Chapter 955 - 427: Amount of Silk, Opportunity to Prosper, Meeting the Wine Elder Again, Drinking and Seeking Guidance!_3

Chapter 955: Chapter 427: Amount of Silk, Opportunity to Prosper, Meeting the Wine Elder Again, Drinking and Seeking Guidance!_3

"After Brother Wei finally came down the mountain, the other senior brothers were unaware of the situation and thought his madness was acting up. He pretended to be calm and said he had come to an epiphany about a Sword Technique named the Lonely Peak Sword. Previously, he was at the summit practicing sword techniques intently and fell into a trance. He really did fool us; it wasn’t until the announcement board revealed it, that the truth came out. Our Brother Wei gained the title ’Lonely Peak Guest’ because of it."

Wei Qingfeng listened as Yao Yin disclosed his embarrassing story, unable to hide his discomfort while the others laughed heartily. Wei Qingfeng said, "Very well, Sister Yao, you couldn’t wait to reveal your brother’s embarrassing story. Don’t let me catch you, or I’ll spread tales everywhere, and it won’t be pretty for you."

Yao Yin lifted her head proudly and said, "What leverage do you have? Hmph, mere threats, am I supposed to be scared?" Zhou Qingqing said, "Oh? Sister Yao, you may indeed have some leverage on you."

Yao Yin’s face turned red, and she quickly tried to ingratiate herself: "Senior Sister, you...you’re speaking nonsense... we are so close, I’ve never spoken ill of you." She massaged her shoulders and legs.

Silkworm Dream Tower gradually served the dishes, creating such a harmonious atmosphere, with everyone sharing embarrassing stories and talking about amusing incidents during martial arts training. Accompanied by fine wine and food, they ate cheerfully and boisterously.

A dish called ’Rain Dew Blue Dragon’ did not disappoint; it was delicious and had a herbal sweetness and fragrance that was aromatic without being greasy, leaving a long aftertaste. Yao Yin, Zhou Qingqing, Wei Qingfeng, Lu Qingguan, Qiao Qing, and others chatted for a while, becoming curious about Li Xian’s pursuits in catching villains and theft cases, and proceeded to ask about them.

Li Xian narrated many perilous and sinister stories about confronting villains, complex cases, and reasons behind various disputes as if they were tales. Yao Yin and the others listened with rapt interest. Lu Qingguan respectfully said, "Brother Li, your chivalrous spirit and courage are truly admirable! It seems, although the position of Gold Leader is glamorous, it’s also fraught with danger."

Wei Qingfeng suddenly said, "Oh! That’s right, we might have to stay in Jade City for a while longer. Li Xian, if you need manpower, why not let us assist you? It could serve as training and be more interesting than endlessly grinding Martial Arts skills while punishing evil and advocating good."

Zhou Qingqing and Qiao Qing were tempted. Li Xian solemnly said, "This matter... still depends on the situation. Competing with vicious villains, life can hang by a thread. Sometimes, even with superior Martial Arts, in the moment of life and death, it is still uncertain, and there is always a risk of being slain by a villain’s hand! I am not exaggerating. But if I encounter a suitable case, I might request your assistance."

Everyone raised their glasses and celebrated, losing track of time. The waning moon rose, and the sky had long dimmed. Li Xian asked, "So, why have you all come to Jade City? I’m not sure yet. Is it convenient to share?"

Zhou Qingqing said, "Of course, it’s convenient. The elders told us we were coming to Jade City for business. The Natural Sect is located along the Guanlong Dao, nestled amidst the widespread mountains. Though not remote, there are few towns. The surrounding mountains and geology are unique, allowing mastery of some things overlooked by the Jianghu, like ’Cicada Herding’, ’Tea Mountains’, ’Bitter Ginseng’, and ’Treasure Leaves’."

Wei Qingfeng said, "Brother Li might not be clear on the specifics. So-called ’Cicada Herding’ is the raising of ’Enlightenment Cicadas’. These Cicada Beasts can enhance feng shui, their chirping can enhance perception, repel evil spirits, and can be used to make medicine—a highly valuable commodity. Also..."

"Raising Enlightenment Cicadas, as they grow, can produce characters under their wings. By assembling these characters, one can obtain an extremely profound Martial Arts technique! As for the Tea Mountains... they are extensive tea tree mountain ranges, renowned for ’Red Qi Tea’, often called Wooden Gold Tea. Then there’s Bitter Ginseng... a treasured mountain herb with two legs, extremely bitter to taste, but very remarkable when used in a Medicated Bath..."

Li Xian nodded as he listened. Zhou Qingqing said, "These goods are mostly sold in nearby areas, without the need to trek all the way here. Although Jade City is bustling and grand, it is quite far from the Natural Sect and requires crossing mountains and rivers, which is quite arduous. However... the recent situation is chaotic, with foreign forces invading that area, creating inexplicable tensions and war crises. The sect decided to have elders take a portion of the goods and attempt to sell them in Jade City, clearing the route."

Li Xian understood and said, "So, the Natural Sect is collaborating with the Yao Family?" Zhou Qingqing looked at Yao Yin. Yao Yin said, "I am both a member of the Yao Family and a disciple of the Natural Sect. From the perspective of the Yao Family, they naturally hope to be the exclusive recipient of this business, with the Natural Sect supplying the cicadas, tea, ginseng, and leaves, while the Yao Clan handles all sales. But from the perspective of a Natural Sect disciple, Jade City is so expansive, how could such business be confined to just one house?"

Zhou Qingqing nodded and said, "I vaguely heard the elders mention that goods like ’Enlightenment Cicadas’, ’Tea Leaves’, ’Bitter Ginseng’, and ’Treasure Leaves’, when choosing the best of the best, could guarantee a stable supply of thirty percent in quantity to the Yao Family upfront, while the Yao Family determines sales and pricing independent of the Natural Sect. Meanwhile, the sect pursues diverse avenues by cooperating with various shops to supply the remaining seventy percent consisting of top quality, average quality, and inferior goods, even opening branch halls and establishing corresponding shops. If the trade routes, sales, and transportation can be secured, then stable supply to this location can be assured for the future amidst chaos. A stable place to sell goods is incredibly valuable."

"At that point, the cooperation with the Yao Family will continue, and the Natural Sect will have a place in Jade City for long-term development. But the matter is still being explored."

Upon hearing this, Li Xian thought: "The Natural Sect is scheming wisely, looking far ahead. If Great Wu falls into utter chaos, then a relatively stable and prosperous Jade City will inevitably become a priceless treasure land. Entering the city early, securing a firm foothold to establish businesses, industries, and shops would be advantageous without any disadvantages!"

He turned his thoughts to another focus: "Having recently completed major assignments and receiving rewards, I have accumulated some silver. Now, I am not worried about Essence Soup, as my military merits are gradually increasing, but I am anxious about silver. Silver can purchase Martial Arts, can buy medicinal herbs—its importance is no less than Essence Treasure. Coming to Jade City, ultimately, I must find a path to generate income, so that I can stand firm and have abundant resources in the future. When I recall my time at Flower Cage Sect, inheriting the elder’s estate, indeed the money was steadily increasing with several thousand taels monthly. Now arriving at Jade City, how can I simply rely on salary to get by? With insufficient funds, even possessing profound Martial Arts, I may not learn the path."