In the beginning, he was ranked alongside An Shigeng as a spoiled brat.

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In the empty hall, Qin Shi Huang Zheng reviewed memorials while glancing at Meng Yi to one side.

This collaboration with the Zhang family can be described as a massive and long-term partnership.

The creation of mirages was not only for the sake of a new continent; another purpose was to search for the ends of the earth and the legendary fairy islands.

Upon hearing Zhang Xiaoshan's description of the sea, Qin Huangzheng understood.

To conquer the ocean, your ship must be big!

Only colossal ships, as large as cities, can traverse the vast, endless, and treacherous ocean to find the legendary fairy islands.

"His demeanor and magnanimity are comparable to His Majesty's."

Although a businessman, his indifference to fame and fortune is comparable to that of the ancient sage Fan Li!

Upon hearing Meng Yi's words, Qin Huangzheng shook his head and said solemnly:

"You underestimate this young master Zhang!"

what?

Meng Yi thought he had given it the highest possible evaluation, but to his surprise, Qin Huangzheng still said that he had underestimated him.

"Unfortunately, it cannot be used by the empire."

Zhang Xiaoshan is not only indifferent to fame and fortune, but also refuses to submit to others.

Even with just the Mirage Project, the Zhang family and the Empire each hold half of the rights.

In other words, the upper echelons are generally from the Empire, and half of them are from the Zhang family.

However, Qin Shi Huang did not object, because the Zhang family provided important technology and shipbuilding resources, and could be said to have made the greatest contribution.

In addition, Zhang Xiaoshan promised that once the mirage was completed, the Zhang family would arrange for a Grandmaster to serve as the building's master. This meant that a Grandmaster would be there to protect the building, and Qin Huangzheng was well aware of the Zhang family's influence and power.

Chapter 560 Ghost Street Reform: Power Surges

"A miraculous medicine that lasts for millennia?"

Back at her villa on Peach Blossom Island, Huang Rong stared in disbelief at the Empire's return gift.

Inside was a miraculous herb that had existed for ten thousand years—the ten-thousand-year-old Fire Spirit Mushroom!

This divine medicine, with its absolute yang attribute, is not only different in efficacy from the thousand-year-old fire spirit mushroom, but also in its qualitatively transformed medicinal properties.

If this thing is not used properly, it can easily spontaneously combust.

"Ninth Miss, come with me to Xianyang in a month."

To prevent other forces from poisoning Qin Huangzheng, the Zhang family would be unable to extricate themselves from the situation, especially with some hidden poisons; Ninth Miss needs to be particularly careful!

"Understood, young master, please rest assured!"

Having inherited the legacy of the Ghost Doctor, Murong Jiu's strength is beyond doubt.

At least she can guarantee food safety; there will be no mistakes. After all, any hidden toxins or poisons that might produce chemical reactions are nowhere to be found under her inspection!

Moreover, if she handled these things herself, it would be even more impossible for someone to poison her in front of her.

"Alright, I was in a rush this time and didn't bring much."

However, on the snowy mountain, a Buddhist holy site was discovered, where the Buddhist monks were equivalent to masters of the eleventh level of the Nine Yin Divine Skill; and in the Xianyang Palace, there was also a Grandmaster-level expert, whose strength was extremely powerful and no less than that of Xuan Nu.

"450"

These two key locations alone conceal such formidable experts. Girls, you'd better save yourselves some trouble from now on!

"Okay, yay..."

She had seen the Great Snow Mountain with her own eyes. Although she hadn't seen the holy monk inside, Huang Rong knew that Zhang Xiaoshan wouldn't lie to her.

As for Xianyang Palace, that's perfectly normal!

That's the Later Zhou Empire, which even Zhang Xiaoshan fears. It would be strange if it didn't have a Grandmaster in charge.

As for Donghuang Taiyi, she knew from Xuan Nu's introduction that Donghuang Taiyi was not of one mind with the Later Zhou Empire.

After all, Donghuang Taiyi was a direct descendant of the Great Zhou Dynasty a thousand years ago!

"Oh, right, Madam, there's one more thing."

The Net will join Ghost Street, becoming another fixed top three family after the Golden-Faced Buddha and the Zhang Family.

Therefore, the Dongming Sect may have to compromise and be relegated to one of the six middle sects.

"A snare?"

Upon hearing about this terrifying organization, even Lady Dongming's expression turned solemn.

Moreover, retreating from the top three schools to the middle six schools also resulted in a significant loss of interests for the Dongming faction.

As the leader of a faction, Lady Dongming naturally wouldn't easily give up such a huge benefit just because of Zhang Xiaoshan's words.

"Young Master, the Net is a terrifying weapon. Once the Net joins Ghost Street, it won't be easily reconciled..."

“How could I not understand your concerns, Madam?”

However, while the Net is indeed a murder weapon, it is ultimately just that—a murder weapon. The only thing Zhang fears is its ability to infiltrate.

However, Zhang plans to reorganize the Nine Gates of Ghost Street again, expanding their influence and thereby weakening the power of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven)!

"Expand the influence of the Nine Gates of Ghost Street?"

Lady Dongming did not understand Zhang Xiaoshan's meaning, but after Zhang Xiaoshan's explanation, Lady Dongming looked at Zhang Xiaoshan in shock.

Zhang Xiaoshan is getting more and more outrageous; no one expected that he had set a trap for everyone beforehand.

"According to what you're saying, young master, wouldn't the power in Ghost Street be greatly dispersed?"

"Cooperation is the only way to achieve a win-win situation. The Zhang family is not the dominant force, and Ghost Street is just a business."

If Madam thinks the Zhang family needs complete control over Ghost Street, she is mistaken. The Zhang family only needs to control the general trend of Ghost Street.

In this way, the stronger Ghost Street becomes, the greater its profits will be.

If the Zhang family is determined to establish a dictatorship and control, then they will inevitably be unable to maximize their profits and will be subject to numerous restrictions.

Moreover, the power Zhang Xiaoshan had placed within Ghost Street was enough for him to control the entire Ghost Street.

"As for the interests of the Dongming Faction, Madam can rest assured."

Although the Dongming Sect was relegated to the ranks of the Six Middle Gates, the addition of the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) effectively opened the door to the Later Zhou Empire.

The Later Zhou Empire valued martial prowess, leading to a huge demand for weapons, which only increased the interests of the Dongming faction.

With the expansion of Ghost Street's influence, the Dongming Faction, as a weapons supplier, actually saw its status rise rather than fall!

As for the top three companies, strength still reigns supreme!

"Now that the Empire wants to acquire it, does Madam believe the Dongming Faction can hold onto its position among the top three?"

"···"

Lady Dongming pondered for a long time.

She knew Zhang Xiaoshan was right. Since Luo Wang had decided to intervene in Ghost Street, Dongming Sect could no longer hold onto its position among the top three factions.

Even though she had Zhang Xiaoshan backing her up, the Dongming faction did not.

Moreover, the Dongming faction has already made a fortune over the years, far exceeding its current financial interests.

"Another point is that the Dongming Sect only provides weapons and does not participate in operations, which is actually similar to the Faqiu Heavenly Official. Although they receive the lion's share of the profits every year, Madam should have noticed a sense of rejection!"

"Meixian knows!"

In terms of influence, role, and strength, Madam Dongming knew that the Dongming Sect had no choice but to retreat this time.

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Ghost Street!

With the imperial army at the city gates, all forces that were expected to provide support were eliminated from the Nine Gates of Ghost Street.

The reshuffling of Ghost Street has undoubtedly become the most concerning issue in the martial arts world, after all, Ghost Street has transformed from a black market into one of the top forces in Kyushu.

The power that Ghost Street alone has displayed this time is enough to shake the entire martial arts world.

Three unparalleled masters, ten top-tier masters.

And this is even with support from the Third Ghost Street.

Although this is not a true collective, once the collective faces external threats, even the Demonic Sect and Shaolin will have to temporarily retreat from its peak.

At this time, the round table conference room inside the Tianji Tower,

The original three main families were: Ghost Yama, Ding Peng of the Demonic Sect, and Lady Dongming.

The Six Middle Gates – the Celestial Official of the Tomb Raiders, the Eagle King Yin Yewang, and Gongsun Da Niang

The lowest of the low – Lu Guanying, the Dragon Head of Taihu Lake; the Blood-Clad Tower, the Central Plains One Point After the Dragon King; the Snake King of Jiangdong; the Coolie King; the Hundred Young Masters of Jianghu; and the Little Dragon King of the East Sea.

At this moment, no one said much, but there was an inexplicable pressure.

They knew who Ghost Yama and the others were waiting for, their eyes closed and silent.

Long! Long! Long···

Sure enough, as the secret room door opened again, a tall, slender figure and four masked figures emerged.

"Young Master! Master Buddha!"

The tall and handsome scholar was none other than Zhang Xiaoshan, while among the four masked figures, the leader was none other than the Golden-Faced Buddha, who had not appeared for a long time!

Seeing Zhang Xiaoshan and the Golden-Faced Buddha appear, along with three other figures behind them, it was clear that this was the newly joined force in Ghost Street.

"Please sit down, everyone. Today, Buddha and I have come to announce another change to the Nine Gates of Ghost Street."

Please be seated!

"Yes, son!"

The group took their seats in order, and then everyone looked at Zhang Xiaoshan and the 'Golden-Faced Buddha.' They knew that the changes in Ghost Street were bound to be significant...

They also vaguely heard news that the Empire would cooperate with Ghost Street.

"This is the 'Surprising Spirit of the Net,' and she will become one of the three families on Ghost Street!"

A trap! Three families involved!

Everyone's expression changed upon hearing this, as they had not expected that the three upper families that were replaced this time would be the Luo Wang.

As for the replacement of Lady Dongming, no one found it strange.

First, they didn't know the exact strength of Lady Dongming and thought she was at the pinnacle of mastery.

Secondly, although the Dongming Sect's actions were understandable, they still didn't come to support them, so it was perfectly normal for them to be relegated to one of the top three.

On the contrary, the Luo Wang (Net of Heaven) is a notorious and fearsome entity that inspires absolute dread.

"In addition, these two are—the Carefree Marquis and Shangguan Jin Hong!"

boom!

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at the last two masked men in disbelief.

The carefree Marquis, known as the Heavenly Prince, has always been shrouded in mystery.

However, in the battle at the Gates of Hell, Xiaoyao Hou also shone brightly, proving himself to be an unparalleled master.

As for Shangguan Jinghong, he had also entered the peerless realm and reached the level of unity between man and nature!

"Therefore, Zhang has listed the Ghost Street reshuffled in advance, so that anyone with questions can raise them later."

The three most powerful families are: Buddha, the Zhang family, and Luo Wang!

The six main sects are: Lei Laowu, the Heavenly Official of the Tomb Raiders; Lady Dongming; Shangguan Jin Hong of the Money Gang; Ding Peng of the Demonic Sect; and Xiaoyao Hou of the Heavenly Sect. One position is vacant!

The lowest of the low—Gongsun Da Niang, Eagle King Yin Ye Wang, Taihu Dragon Head Lu Guan Ying, Blood-Clad Tower Central Plains Elite, Jiangdong Snake King, Coolie King, Jianghu Hundred Young Masters, East Sea Little Dragon King—one vacancy!

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions changed drastically.

Especially Gongsun Da Niang, who never expected that she, a 'weak woman', would be reduced to the profession of 'going down nine floors'.

"Young master, may I ask why I have retired to a lower-ranking position?"