Mythical Scroll Artist: Starting with the God of Wealth, Zhao Gongming

Chapter 189 The Hound Team?
In comparison, Xue Lingling, the scroll painter, is somewhat more normal.

However, as time went on, the expressions on the faces of the bigwigs gradually became serious.

"Wait a minute, Xue's two golden scrolls seem pretty impressive too!"

"To have this level of skill before even entering the Realm of the Dead, he will definitely become even stronger once he enters the Realm of the Dead."

"Brother Xue's family is full of talented people!"

In the surveillance footage at this moment, Xue Lingling is leading the Golden Scroll Soul Devouring Ghost King and the Golden Scroll Aye Ghost Emperor to wreak havoc on all sides.

Meanwhile, Xue Zhengying was with the [Destruction Demon Emperor], who had recently been promoted to the Golden Scroll.

With Xue Zhengying's blessing, the Annihilation Ghost Emperor displayed a powerful dominance far exceeding that of ordinary necromancy scrolls, relying solely on a single Annihilation Ghost Emperor to charge into the current first echelon.

Even more outrageous is that, in the constant battles, the strength of the Destroyer Demon King seems to be steadily increasing.

The bigwigs were deeply moved by this.

The Destruction Ghost Emperor could not possibly improve out of thin air. The improvement it is showing now is entirely due to its soul resonance and Xue Zhengying's abnormal ability to comprehend the laws.

That was true then, and it remains true now.

Seeing the impressive performance of Xue Lingling, Xue Zhengying, Wu Xian, and Huang Lili, the bigwigs were filled with mixed emotions.

The scene shifted to Xue Qingyang's side, which calmed the bigwigs down a bit; at least there was still a normal person among them.

Xue Qingyang possessed the Golden Scroll [Aye Ghost Emperor], which was four and a half stars high, and he had not yet achieved a soul resonance with Aye Ghost Emperor. His spiritual power cultivation had only just reached level five.

In addition, his lack of proficiency in using the power of [Aye Ghost Emperor] made his challenge journey extremely difficult.

In fact, this is the norm for new players in the challenge.

Judging from Xue Qingyang's current position and the state of the battle, it is basically impossible for him to reach the finish line.

……

Challenge mode instance.

Wu Xian and Hu Yanfei joined forces, and the five golden scrolls were virtually invincible.

Although Hu Yanfei's three Golden Scrolls are not as extraordinary as those of Pleiades Star Lord and Pillar Brother, they are definitely considered to be in the upper-middle range among regular Golden Scrolls, and they must have been acquired at a high price.

Near the finish line, the level and strength of the dungeon monsters increase significantly.

Pleiades and Pillar didn't feel much pressure, but Wu Xian was already feeling a significant "mana pressure".

As for Huyan Fei's three golden scrolls, they have begun to show signs of weakness.

If it weren't for Wu Xian's help, they would probably have been left far behind by Wu Xian long ago.

"Brother Gongming, are these two golden scrolls... not yet at their limit?"

The more he read, the more shocked Hu Yanfei became.

It should be noted that even the top-tier gold medalists in Tianfeng Province should feel the pressure when they are nearing the finish line.

However, Pleiades and Pillar remained as powerful as before.

"The limit?" Wu Xian joked, "There should still be some distance to go."

To be honest, if the challenge level 1 is only this difficult, then he should be able to clear the entire level directly.

"Are you sure this is a scroll from your Underworld Club?" Hu Yanfei asked incredulously, "and not something you commissioned from some master?"

Without wasting words, Wu Xian raised his hand and put the Pleiades Star Lord into a scroll form. After Hu Yanfei glanced at it, he immediately summoned it again to continue the battle.

Although it was only a brief display, Hu Yanfei could see it clearly.

"Golden border? No, it's embroidered gold border!" Hu Yanfei exclaimed, his eyes wide with surprise. "The original... the original scroll? Brother Gongming is a scroll artist, and the original artist of these two golden scrolls?!"

"So-so," Wu Xian smiled modestly, "To be honest, I am the vice president of the Underworld Club."

"You, you, you..." Hu Yanfei was so shocked that he couldn't speak.

Who would have thought that these two powerful golden scrolls in front of them were actually [Original Scrolls]? Original Scrolls, of course, have a much higher potential than the dungeon scrolls they possess.

But that's clearly not the point anymore. The point is Wu Xian's identity as a scroll painter—a scroll painter even younger than him, and crucially, his scroll works are so outstanding.

Although he had never seen what other genius scroll painters looked like, Wu Xian in front of him definitely deserved the title of genius.

This guy looks only eighteen or nineteen years old, yet he created a scroll of this caliber. Who would believe it if I told them?

"I wonder if Brother Gongming has the opportunity to petition with these two golden scrolls?"

After the initial shock, Hu Yanfei couldn't hide his excitement and anticipation, and tentatively inquired.

"Not at the moment," Wu Xian chuckled and waved his hand.

The term "petition" is an elegant way of referring to the sale of gold scroll works to the public.

After all, the prestige and cost of gold certificates are undeniable; many gold certificates cannot be bought even with money.

"How about a budget of one billion?" Hu Yanfei asked tentatively in a low voice.

"..."

Good heavens, he just casually mentioned a budget of 1 billion! This young benefactor is truly destined to be with the Four Little Gods of Wealth!
Wu Xian was shocked by the offer; it was a feeling of being overwhelmed by money.

Fortunately, as the spokesperson for the God of Wealth, he still has this much "composure".

Trying hard to calm his trembling heart, he resolutely said, "I'm sorry, we're not considering petitioning outside the club for the time being, since the club itself doesn't have enough money."

How do you say that?

How foolish! After I lured you to the club, didn't all your money become mine?

"Ok."

Hu Yanfei sighed helplessly, still having no intention of joining the club. He was just thinking about going back and seeing if he could get his father to approve more budget.

He was convinced that Wu Xian wouldn't be tempted if the budget allowed.

Throughout the subsequent advance, Hu Yanfei's eyes never left Pleiades Star Lord and Pillar Brother.

Before they knew it, the black tower symbolizing the finish line and the beam of light shooting into the sky were already right in front of them.

"That's all."

Wu Xian gazed at the tower, a triumphant smile playing on his lips.

At this moment, Hu Yanfei frowned and put away the golden scroll of the demonic wolf beneath him.

"Why are you putting them away?" Wu Xian asked, puzzled. "Are you running out of spiritual energy?"

Just when you're about to reach the finish line, suddenly putting away a scroll is just making things harder for yourself.

“Brother Gongming, this is your first time participating in the competition, so you may not know this,” Hu Yanfei sighed helplessly, “Dog-type or dog-shaped scrolls will be targeted by the hunting dog team. Those people are always guarding the area near the finish line, and they will kill any dog-type scroll they see on sight.”

"What hound team?" Wu Xian was completely confused. "I don't understand. Is this an extra test added by the league?"

Hu Yanfei shook his head and explained, "Brother Gongming, have you ever heard of the Divine Dog Club in the provincial capital?"

"The Divine Dog Club?" Wu Xian's eyes flickered, his interest instantly piqued. "Are the hunting dog team members theirs?"

I thought I would only be able to get in touch with the Divine Dog Club after entering the Gold League, but I didn't expect to encounter it so soon.

“That’s right,” Hu Yanfei said through gritted teeth, “The president of the Divine Dog Club once boasted that all dog-type scroll artists and scroll painters in the province would either have to join their Divine Dog Club or never even think about entering the Gold Rank League in their lifetime.”

Even someone like me who infiltrated the league will face relentless targeting from the Divine Dog Club in subsequent league matches and raids, as long as the dog-type scrolls aren't from the Divine Dog Club.

"Hiss~" Wu Xian clicked his tongue inwardly, "Isn't the alliance going to do anything about it?"

"How can we manage things that are allowed by the rules?" Hu Yanfei said helplessly. "Besides, I heard that the Divine Dog Club has a very complicated background, so the league can only turn a blind eye to it."

As Wu Xian pondered, a mischievous smile crept onto his lips. "If that's the case, then I really want to meet these people."

"Huh? Why would Brother Gongming go and provoke them for no reason?" Hu Yanfei asked, puzzled, and then solemnly reminded him, "You should know that those people have already reached the level of advancement."

(End of this chapter)