Bang bang bang!

A series of knocks sounded at the door.

Qingyuan Caicaizi rubbed her sore eyes and called out softly, "Come in!"

Click!

The door opened, and a woman dressed in martial artist attire walked in from outside.

"Leader, we've received word from the sect forces. The Blood Underworld Assassin group and the three major mercenary corps—Long Yan, Dark Night Angel, and Dragon Soul—all announced, almost simultaneously, that they're abandoning the bounty!" The female martial artist spoke respectfully.

"What!?"

Qingyuan Caicaizi exclaimed in shock, quickly turning to her computer screen. However, the dedicated client panel on her screen did not display any notifications indicating that groups such as Blood Underworld had abandoned the mission.

Her brows furrowed, and just as she was about to scold someone, a thought struck her. She grabbed the mouse and refreshed the webpage.

After the page refreshed, Qingyuan Caicaizi glanced at the client service window, where tasks were being accepted, and saw the green "Abandoned" marked behind the names of the four major forces. She sighed deeply.

"Leader, revenge shouldn't be rushed. You need to take care of your health!"

The female martial artist mistook Qingyuan Caicaizi's sigh to be one of frustration and spoke with concern.

Qingyuan Caicaizi snapped back to attention and quickly put on a furious expression, cursing loudly:

"Damn it! These sect forces are nothing but trash. They can't even deal with one Jiang Chen. What's the point of boasting about being one of the top ten assassin groups, or being part of the top three mercenary corps? All of them are garbage!"

The female martial artist's expression shifted slightly, and she gently shook her head before offering more advice: "Leader, Jiang Chen isn't so easy to deal with. Otherwise, we wouldn't be in this mess... Now, sect forces are scrambling to learn more about Jiang Chen's whereabouts. I fear no one will take up the bounty for the time being. Should we report this situation to the Divine Palace masters?"

"Yes, I need to report this to the Divine Palace. If worse comes to worst, I'll request the masters from the Divine Palace to handle this and kill that bastard! That vile creature killed so many of our people—he doesn't deserve to be captured alive, he should be eliminated immediately!"

Qingyuan Caicaizi nodded vigorously, taking out her phone to make a call.

"Hello, Qingyuan Caicaizi. I know about the bounty situation. Wait and see if anyone accepts the mission. I'm busy right now and don't have time for your matters. Just leave the bounty hanging there for now. Beep, beep, beep..."

The person on the other end answered impatiently, issued a brief command, and hung up without giving Qingyuan Caicaizi a chance to respond.

Qingyuan Caicaizi froze for a moment, staring at the phone's busy signal in disbelief.

Seeing this, the female martial artist scowled and muttered angrily, "This Divine Palace crowd is so self-serving. Now that our Sanzan Association has suffered heavy losses, their attitude toward us has taken a 180-degree turn!"

"Forget it. This world has always been one where the strong rule over the weak."

A trace of defeat crossed Qingyuan Caicaizi's face as she slumped into her chair, closed her eyes, and rubbed her temples.

"Leader, you should get some rest. You haven't slept for three days and three nights!" The female martial artist looked at Qingyuan Caicaizi and advised her again.

Qingyuan Caicaizi nodded lightly with her eyes still closed.

The female martial artist parted her lips as if to say something but ultimately held back. She shook her head slightly and turned to exit the office.

Noticing the female martial artist's departure, Qingyuan Caicaizi opened her eyes, revealing a relaxed look. Her lips curved faintly as she pulled out her phone and sent a message.

Ding!

Not long after, a response arrived. Qingyuan Caicaizi looked at it, her eyes softening with warmth.

"Miss Caicaizi, thank you for your concern. Regarding the bounty, I already have a plan. You don't need to worry about me. Just follow whatever orders the Divine Palace gives you. If I need your assistance, I'll let you know. Above all, you must ensure your own safety. For Ying Zi's sake—she only has you and Mr. Muramasa left as family now. Compared to Mr. Muramasa, she is closer to you. Live well for Ying Zi's sake!"

Reading Jiang Chen's message, Qingyuan Caicaizi nodded silently.

Yes, she had to keep living!

Not for herself, but for Ying Zi.

...

While sect forces were busy investigating Jiang Chen's whereabouts and the Divine Palace occupied with capturing martial artists for the Eight-Headed Serpent, the business world of the Flame Dragon Kingdom was abuzz with activity!

A significant number of pharmaceutical factories across Flame Dragon Kingdom had suddenly added new production lines on the same day. Many factories even cleared out dedicated workshops to accommodate new chains for medicine production.

All Flame Dragon's machinery and lathe plants received an influx of rush orders, prioritizing the construction of specific machines. Factory managers were informed by the Flame Dragon Group and official channels that these machines needed to be top-quality and manufactured at record speed!

In no time, the entire Flame Dragon business circle felt an unsettling shift, as if a powerful tornado was brewing in the commercial sphere. Observant individuals quickly connected this to companies like Yi Chen, which had been aggressively acquiring pharmaceutical firms and production plants. All eyes turned toward the pharma industry!

As Yi Chen and other companies scrambled to build machines, promote their products, and procure herbs, the Flame Dragon Group started publicizing a nationwide fitness campaign through relevant authorities.

Meanwhile, the key figure behind all this commotion—Jiang Chen—was seated on a plane bound for Orchid City in Northwest Gan Province.

This time, Jiang Chen was accompanied by Yan Hu, Spirit You, and Fang Tiancheng.

During his time with Ying Zi, Jiang Chen had handed over the Eight-Spoked Qiong Gouyu to her, intending for Ying Zi to use it to enhance her strength rapidly.

Ying Zi stayed in Dingjing, employing secret family techniques to activate the Eight-Spoked Qiong Gouyu and boost her abilities.

As for the Huangluo Clan and Yue Family, their members had arrived in Orchid City a day earlier.

At the airport's exit in Orchid City, two young men stood beside a stretched Bentley. One of them wore an impatient expression as he stared at the airport exit, grumbling:

"Big bro really exaggerates. It's just the Family Head of the Jiang Family in Jincheng. Do I really need to personally welcome him? Anyone wanting to curry favor with our Zhou Family would swarm in droves. If we gave everyone this grand treatment, wouldn't we be working ourselves to death?"

"Third Young Master, you're absolutely right. The Jiang Family in Jincheng is merely a business family. There's no need to go overboard with this formality. Honestly, the Big Young Master is being far too cautious," the other young man chimed in with flattery.

"Liu Tiancheng, stay here and wait for them. Let them know their place. I'm heading back to the car—it's unbearably hot!" the impatient youth snapped, waving dismissively as he turned to board the Bentley.

Smiling obsequiously, Liu Tiancheng replied, "Third Young Master, don't worry. Leave it to me. I'll make sure they understand the rules!"

Once the third young master closed the car door, Liu Tiancheng straightened his back and turned toward the airport exit, a mocking glint flashing in his eyes.

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