I create patterns, regardless of your level of expertise.

The reason why Yuan Ye brought Ye Fan here is quite obvious.

Li Hao promised a Heaven-rank weapon, and of course he wouldn't break his word. He immediately took out a wooden sword and handed it to Ye Fan.

But it was this very action that happened the instant Ye Fan obtained the wooden sword.

Many subtle glances fell on Ye Fan.

This is a Heavenly Rank weapon, a treasure that even the Medicine Tower covets. How could they resist its allure?

Noticing these gazes, Li Hao couldn't help but ask, "Ye Fan, this thing might be a huge problem for you. I can give you cash for it. Do you still want it?"

Ye Fan's strength was limited, so he couldn't detect those gazes, but he understood what Li Hao meant.

He said neither humbly nor arrogantly, "Senior, rogue cultivators have to fight for everything. What they have obtained is not so easily taken away by others."

Hearing this, Li Hao praised, "Yes, it's rare to have this kind of mentality. Young people should dare to fight and strive, otherwise, what kind of young people are they?"

"Give it to me, I'll do you a small favor."

Ye Fan did not hesitate and handed the wooden sword back to Li Hao.

Li Hao took it and immediately engraved three large characters on the sword.

Gift from Li Hao!

"From this moment on, this sword is yours, and no one can take it away from you."

It's obvious that Li Hao is using his reputation to support Ye Fan. Just those three words are enough to make it clear that there are probably very few people in the entire human realm who would dare to try and snatch this sword.

It's not just about stealing this sword anymore; wherever Ye Fan goes in the future, just mentioning the name "Chong" will make him a guest of honor!

Ye Fan knew the value of this gift and could no longer contain his excitement.

With a snap! So quick! He kowtowed to Li Hao.

"Thank you, senior!"

Li Hao simply smiled and returned the sword to him, saying, "You earned this yourself; seizing opportunities is a skill in itself."

"Cultivate diligently, and don't let down the name Ye Fan."

Li Hao patted him on the shoulder, said nothing more, and walked past him.

Yuan Ye didn't say anything, just nodded to him, and then silently followed behind Li Hao.

Ye Fan watched Li Hao leave until they disappeared from sight before turning his gaze away.

As I gently stroked the three large characters on the sword, my heart was filled with excitement.

Since he embarked on the path of cultivation, without any background or identity, he had to fight tooth and nail with other rogue cultivators for even a little bit of resources.

Although some were kind to him, most of them had ulterior motives.

Only Li Hao's kindness was so pure. He gave away a Heaven-Rank weapon that so many powerful figures coveted, just because of a promise.

To prevent him from getting into danger because of this sword, he was also given an unconventional life-saving charm.

Just from those three words, "rush," anyone who wants to kill him in the future will have to think twice.

"You're moved by a piece of junk?"

Until an untimely voice rang in his mind, Ye Fan's emotions quickly subsided, and his surging feelings froze again.

"Old man, I'm starting to hate you."

Yu Jin sneered, "Whatever. We're just making a deal anyway. Whether you like it or not, I don't care."

"If you don't finish the job, you won't get anything."

Ye Fan's face returned to its expressionless state, and he left silently without offering any rebuttal.

……

Li Hao returned to the restaurant and, seeing that Yuan Ye still had no intention of leaving, couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion.

"Master Yuan, why are you following me?"

Yuan Ye clasped his hands in a fist and said, "Senior, the selection is over. Next, we will enter the ruins."

Li Hao, confused, asked, "I know, so what?"

Yuan Ye glanced at Xiao Wei: "Senior, aren't you planning to let her in too?"

"Wasn't she eliminated?"

Xiao Wei didn't even cross the finish line; she left voluntarily. According to the rules, this undoubtedly means she was eliminated.

Yuan Ye said, "I was eliminated, but it's just a matter of a senior's word. I'm here for you!"

"Besides, these spots can be bought and sold anyway."

"This selection process has been quite unexpected. None of the four top-tier forces in Fengjue Continent made it in. Six of the current top eight are rogue cultivators, and they will definitely have to buy their way in."

The Trial of Godsfall has been held for countless sessions, with hundreds to thousands of people entering, yet no one has ever been heard of succeeding. The success rate is pitifully small.

For these independent cultivators, it's more practical to sell their spots and get spirit stones instead of gambling for a slim chance of obtaining the Martial God's inheritance.

Li Hao, still puzzled, asked, "If you can buy them, then why hold a competition?"

Yuan Ye patiently explained, "Because it's necessary to win over the masses, and it can also generate revenue, promote exchanges between various forces, and so on. There are many hidden benefits."

"Alright..." Li Hao replied, then looked at Xiao Wei, "What do you say?"

Xiaowei thought for a moment and said, "Okay, let's play around."

Yuan Ye immediately said, "Then I'll prepare one more spot. Senior, please rest. I'll be leaving now."

After he left, it was finally quiet.

……

The following morning.

Jian Yuntong and Chi Man arrived as promised, and even thoughtfully prepared a list outlining the treasures that Fengqi Palace currently possesses and their uses, so that Li Hao could review them.

Li Hao glanced at it and could only say that it was just so-so.

Although the Phoenix Palace has a rich collection, Li Hao's collection is even richer. Most of the items in the Phoenix Palace can be found in Li Hao's collection at a comparable price.

However, he did not stop. He took the opportunity to organize himself and put frequently used items in his backpack for easy access, so as to avoid the situation where he couldn't find his black card after searching for a long time.

With a wave of his hand, countless treasures poured out, piling up like a small mountain in the room!

Among them were many rare and precious elixirs, talismans, and other treasures. There were even some unfamiliar items that emitted black smoke and looked incredibly powerful.

"Nine, nine, nine-grade pills..."

Jian Yuntong's legs went weak. A ninth-grade pill, there are fewer than a handful of people in the human world who can refine it, and the risk of failure is still not low.

It can be said that the cost of each Grade 9 pill is so high that it would make anyone's heart ache.

The Phoenix Palace has one, which has always been passed down as a family heirloom. But Li Hao counts them by the bottle, and there are even more than one type.

Phoenix Palace is a major power in a continent, ranking among the top in the entire human realm.

Compared to Li Hao's private collection, it's like collecting junk now!

"Senior, I... I'll excuse myself for a moment..."

She was afraid that if she didn't control herself, she would be completely ruined.

"What's there to avoid? Do as you please."

"Hey buddy, take Elder Jian out for a stroll. He'll be back in an hour."

Jian Yuntong felt as if she had been granted a pardon. She quickly thanked him and struggled to shift her gaze from the mountain of treasures to the iron golem.

"Um..." Jian Yuntong bit her lip lightly, "Could you... help me up? My legs are weak..."