Chapter 1099 - 917: Bringing Humiliation Upon Oneself (Part 2)

Shi Chun paused for a moment, then changed his tone and said, "How about I find a way to bring back that grand array and sell it to the tribe leader?"

Feng Xi was stunned but couldn't resist asking the price, so he asked flatly, "How do you plan to sell it?"

Shi Chun raised one finger, "Not much, just one trillion sandalwood gold?"

Is this supposed to be "not much"? Feng Xi sneered repeatedly and suddenly said expressionlessly, "You don't even know if it's the 'Beidou Refusal Array'; how dare you ask for such a price? Do you know that grand array is the 'Beidou Refusal Array'?"

Shi Chun waved his hand and said, "That's not important; what's important is, even if it's not the 'Beidou Refusal Array,' as long as the tribe leader gives the money, I can find a way to help you locate the stolen grand array's whereabouts. If not found, I'll return the money to you, and the tribe leader won't lose anything."

Feng Xi: "How can you be so sure you'll find it?"

Shi Chun almost burst into laughter. Does it really matter if it can be found? The important thing is the deal is settled; in the future, one could do things under the name of the Phoenix Clan. Even if the array isn't found, at worst, return the money; I don't lose anything.

Thus, he said earnestly, "Simply because I can sit in this position!"

Feng Xi snorted, words unspoken yet understood.

So Shi Chun rephrased, "Give five hundred billion first, that's fine. After it's found, then give the rest."

Five hundred billion, whether it's there or not, whether it's much or little, is another matter. The key is that this amount of cash isn't something anyone can just pull out. Feng Xi couldn't agree just based on someone's empty words; there aren't many people brimming like Young Master Nan who dare support Shi Chun so vehemently.

He directly shook his head in refusal, "Talk again after you've found it. On the other hand, there is a small matter that needs Master Shi's assistance."

Shi Chun nodded cooperatively, "The tribe leader can speak freely, as long as it's something Shi Chun can do, I would not hesitate to go through fire and water."

The words felt agreeable to hear, Feng Xi calmly said, "The Golden-haired Rat Clan, I want to regain control of them back into the Phoenix Clan; Commander Shi, don't say you can't decide."

In short, he wanted to recapture the Golden-haired Rat Clan.

The reason is simple; as was previously contemplated, the thief capable of taking the 'Beidou Refusal Array' means they can command the array, a method even unknown to the Phoenix Clan, and after thinking, suspicion falls again on the Golden-haired Rat Clan. Preparing to bring them back for proper interrogation.

Given Shi Chun's protective stance over the Golden-haired Rat Clan, it seems there's some secret, also wanting to confirm from another angle whether Shi Chun stole the array.

Feng Chi's eyes were filled with uncertainty, fixed on Shi Chun, not knowing how the Master would handle it, really intending to hand over the Golden-haired Rat Clan?

Shi Chun paused, thoughts swirling, before blinking with a curious look and tentatively asking, "It's rumored that the former Demon Realm master hails from the Golden-haired Rat Clan. Does the Phoenix Clan want to keep them nearby as rumor has it, to find a way to ascend to the position of Demon Realm master from the Golden-haired Rat Clan? If so, we can truly cooperate on this, really talk things over."

His words sounded like rolling thunder overhead, and the two Phoenix Clan attendants at the door felt their hackles rise.

Feng Xi also felt a chill and nearly cursed the other person; forget it, he directly flung his sleeves and left, curtly saying, "Farewell!"

Shi Chun quickly chased after, continuing to negotiate terms, "Here's the thing, the Golden-haired Rat Clan recently invested heavily in 'Yuling Mountain.' Tribe leader compensates me for this expense, and I'll let the Golden-haired Rat Clan go with you, how about it?"

Feng Xi didn't want to chat any more than a word now, for fear of losing control and breaking the rules to harm this Heavenly Court official.

Unable to continue, taking away the Golden-haired Rat Clan implies a plan to usurp the throne, and now how can he take them away?

Some words are more threatening than real weapons; even if the Golden-haired Rat Clan were given for free, he wouldn't want them, let alone being asked to compensate a large sum.

He was mystified how, given his status, he lowered himself to personally come to this shabby place, especially during Xun Gate's busiest time; couldn't they just send a clan elder? Why did he have to come personally?

Dealing with people from a place of exile is impossible, the difference in class makes communication futile, leaving him with a sense of self-disgrace.

Following behind, Feng Chi understood the master's refusal method and suppressed a smile; if not for guests still present, she'd have burst into laughter.

She admired the master more and more, being able to negotiate with the clan leader like this from a lesser position, causing the Phoenix Clan leader to nearly break down, truly impressive!

At this moment, Shi Chun suddenly turned back, giving her a wink.

She immediately nodded with understanding, indicating everything was arranged. She quickly took out a Mother-child Talisman and transmitted an urgent message.

When preparing to meet Feng Xi earlier, Shi Chun had already instructed her on some matters, ready in advance; execution or not depended on his signal.

Ignoring Shi Chun, Feng Xi, with two clansmen, soared directly to the sky, only to hit the defense array, forcing them to land again, walking through the official path with a gloomy face, Shi Chun accompanying.

Outside the official gate, a large number of armored soldiers lined both sides, armor shining distinctively, imposing in appearance.

Seeing them emerge, the lined soldiers responded to a signal, jointly saluting and saying, "Greetings to the Phoenix Clan leader!"

This spectacle caused Feng Xi to pause, unable to retreat, flying swiftly towards Xun Gate.

Landing outside Xun Gate, he found the path already cleared, everyone segregated by armored soldiers, seemingly cleared for his passage.

Guarding near Xun Gate saw the signal, again jointly saluting loudly calling, "Greetings to the Phoenix Clan leader!"

"Is that the Phoenix Clan leader?"

"No wonder the Commander and City Lord accompany personally, looks quite grand."

"Tsk, the Phoenix Clan leader has personally graced Dingnan Prefecture."

Chatter erupted on the streets.

Feng Xi's face looked displeased, having arrived quietly wishing to leave quietly; now everyone knew.

Yet Xun Gate was temporarily sealed by guards, even he dared not force through with all eyes watching, pausing to turn coldly towards Shi Chun.

Shi Chun gestured for Feng Chi and others to retract, including the two Phoenix attendants.

Feng Xi didn't know his intent again, the two Phoenix attendants saw no objection from the leader, hence backed off.

With no one around, Shi Chun, under watchful eyes, approached beside Feng Xi, covering his mouth with hands, whispered, "I know where Jin Zhan is buried, would the tribe leader be so kind as to relocate some assets here as a token?"

Finished speaking, he backed away, signaling guards at Xun Gate to unblock the path.

Feng Xi's eyes suddenly flickered sharply, staring intently at Shi Chun.

Shi Chun smiled, politely gesturing an invitation to enter Xun Gate.

Feng Xi took a deep breath, flung his sleeves, striding into Xun Gate, two Phoenix attendants quickly sidestepping in accompaniment.

This time, with Shi Chun's involvement, moving through Xun Gate was not crowded at all, even becoming their temporary dedicated passage.

Watching the guests disappear, Shi Chun swiftly soared away, Feng Chi followed, the street rapidly returning to normal.

Returning to the official residence rooftop, pacing to the railing overlooking the distance, Shi Chun spoke lightly to the already approaching Feng Chi, before any flattery, "Immediately spread the word saying the Phoenix Clan leader highly appreciates me, supports me to become the Heavenly Domain Domain-Master. Once I am Domain-Master, the Phoenix Clan will relocate entirely to the Heavenly Domain!"