Chapter 2213 - 2216: Who Is the Top Dog of the Cultivation World

Upon hearing Zhang Shuheng's words, the head of the Zhang Family not only didn't give up, but instead stomped his feet anxiously, saying: "Zhang Shuheng, don't be stupid! Who is Shen Qiang? He's the King of Demons, Medicine King, Dragon Group's Security Advisor, disciple of the War God, and a big shot at Heshenghe!"

"You're treating him like some pampered rich boy who likes nurturing third or fifth-tier female celebrities? Don't forget, he built this status from scratch, and more importantly, he's surrounded by beautiful women. If there aren't other reasons, there's no way he'd engage in a fight over such matters."

Zhang Shuheng frowned, put the phone aside, and said seriously: "The woman Shen Qiang is supporting is called Qian Ning, according to our intelligence, she's a demon. Her cultivation is probably around the Dao Fruit Stage, so this is likely Shen Qiang planning to recruit a new member while Gong Ziyi stirs up trouble."

The head of the Zhang Family pursed his lips: "Tsk, tsk, you even have the nerve to call that nonsense educated superstition. Shen Qiang is the King of Demons; it's normal for him to associate with demons. No matter how much trouble Gong Ziyi stirs up, there's no way the demon would follow him. Has Gong Ziyi lost his mind? He knows he can't benefit from this and still competes with Shen Qiang—is that possible?"

Zhang Shuheng, hearing this, frowned, remained silent for a long time, then said: "Gong Ziyi has an entertainment company under him, with many excellent artists signed on, so he might just want to make that little celebrity famous."

The head of the Zhang Family laughed: "Bullshit, if Gong Ziyi truly wants to make a female celebrity famous, does he need to go to such lengths at local stations? There's definitely something fishy here."

Zhang Shuheng took a deep breath and said: "Alright, even if you're right, there's something fishy—where's the fishiness?"

"How the hell would I know? I'm asking you!" The head of the Zhang Family gritted his teeth.

Zhang Shuheng hesitated for a moment and said: "I've heard the selection method for this show has changed to featuring entirely new songs, and Gong Ziyi's company almost recruits songwriters from the Cultivation World, so he may have manipulated things to try winning against Shen Qiang."

"Gong Ziyi is sure to win; Shen Qiang is the Medicine King, not the King of Songs. If Shen Qiang beats Gong Ziyi, it would be a surprise. But why are these two competing with such intensity over this? If you insist they're fighting over jealousy, I'd never believe it."

Watching the family head being adamantly disbelieving that they're just fighting over jealousy.

Zhang Shuheng hesitated for a moment and said: "You're right, if it's about singing, Shen Qiang's female demon might not lose, but in terms of song creation, Shen Qiang will definitely lose. Given that, it's indeed rather odd these two are fighting so fiercely."

"It's not just odd; it's like seeing two genius demons suddenly return to kindergarten," the head of the Zhang Family said seriously.

Zhang Shuheng frowned, remained silent for a long time, then suddenly said coldly: "Shen Qiang is meticulous, decisive, he's the kind of hero who would never betray the world first. With Qingyun Sword Pavilion merging into Heshenghe and over a hundred alchemists reporting to Heshenghe, anyone with half a brain knows to integrate resources and strive hard. When Shen Qiang suddenly goes to Beijing TV station to argue with Gong Ziyi, do you think he's scheming against Gong Ziyi?"

"Could he?" The head of the Zhang Family's eyes became instantly horrified: "Then Shen Qiang really has some big guts!"

Zhang Shuheng remained silent for awhile, then said: "Stop guessing. Shen Qiang always likes to play unpredictably; I can't guess what he's up to either. Do this, get me a plane ticket. I'll fly to Beijing tonight and see for myself tomorrow; that's more reliable than guessing like this."

The head of the Zhang Family hesitated for a moment, then said: "Alright, but let's get the unpleasant words out first. You can go, but report any findings immediately to me, and don't get into conflict with Gong Ziyi. He is an immortal; one cough, and our Zhang Family would be wiped out."

Zhang Shuheng resignedly nodded.

"There's got to be a demon in something out of the ordinary; be really careful with this matter."

Meanwhile, online, on the Immortal Realm Forum, in the tabloid section, many cultivators were chatting excitedly.

"Do you think Shen Qiang is stupid? In terms of alchemy, Shen Qiang could stomp Gong Ziyi with his toes, but now he's gone to compete in singing with Gong Ziyi? What's the deal? Is Heshenghe planning to enter the music industry?"

"Stop overthinking it; it's impossible. Heshenghe Group does real business. If you say they're opening hospitals and pharmaceutical factories, that's credible. But entering the music industry? Haha... I'd never believe it."

"It's so damn weird. Do you think Shen Qiang, knowing defeat in music is certain, yet he faces it head-on, and though Gong Ziyi is sure to win, what's the point even if he does, trying to act the deep-sea nobility, hanging onto Shen Qiang like a child, showing off his handful of artists—what the hell is going on?"

"What can we figure out by just pondering over this? Won't we know tomorrow by seeing ourselves?"

"Tickets are booked; see you in Beijing."

Meanwhile, several thousand kilometers to the south.

Graceful and languid, with enchanting curves, the Baihua Palace Master was sitting in front of the sea view villa, sipping tea under the garden lights, casting charmingly teasing glances and smiles that made Mirage Qimeng, sitting opposite her, feel uncomfortable.

"I remember the Palace Master, wearing the bridesmaid's dress and taking a photo with Shen Qiang—so why, when Shen Qiang obviously needs some help now, do you, Palace Master Weisheng, run off to Hainan?"

Upon hearing this, Weisheng Zhimei, with a teasing glance at the beautiful face of Mirage Qimeng, laughed and said: "Qimeng, by rights you are also a disciple of our Baihua Palace, so you should know that if you steal something, you should always make a quick escape after getting it."

"What kind of person is Gong Ziyi? Oh, now, all those countless people under him, gathered like thieves in my territory—Shen Qiang, on the other hand, is a ruthless bastard—I don't have such a big say to reconcile things; staying there to wait for them to finish fighting and direct their anger at me?"

Mirage Qimeng's eyebrows shot up: "So you chose the hottest time to come to Hainan for vacation."

Baihua Palace Master Weisheng Zhimei smiled charmingly and said: "Qimeng, why make things hard for other women? If we say Gong Ziyi is the Golden Horned King, then Shen Qiang is the Monkey King. No matter how they fight, there are big figures supporting them from behind, and if it truly escalates into a life-and-death situation, there'll certainly be someone to protect, so you should stop worrying about it."

Upon hearing this, Mirage Qimeng frowned and said: "Fine, just tell me what Shen Qiang and Gong Ziyi are really competing over, and I won't bother you anymore."

Baihua Palace Master Weisheng Zhimei, upon hearing this, laughed until her eyes curved and said: "Silly girl, I always thought you were smart, but now I see that when it comes to matters involving Shen Qiang, you're clueless. Don't you understand? Gong Ziyi is the Cultivation World's top noble son; Shen Qiang is the Unrivaled Medicine King. They fight and struggle, competing over who truly is the top figure in the Cultivation World!"