Our eldest brother never hides good things from us.

After scolding Fairy Biyou, Xue Wuqing looked at Chang Wen and scrutinized him carefully.

She really hadn't expected Chang Wen to hire thugs to participate in the Snow Lotus Peak competition.

Throughout the entire 100,000-year history of the Haoran Immortal Sect, no one has ever done anything like this. It will definitely attract the attention of the entire sect and become a hot topic of discussion in the near future.

Chang Wen, naturally, also became the focus of attention and was pushed to the forefront of public opinion.

"This child doesn't even understand such a simple principle as not flaunting wealth."

Xue Wuqing's eyes showed worry.

The ambitions of the various peaks to divide up Haoran Peak are blatantly obvious. And Chang Wen is still here, strutting around spending money? Does he really think he can cover it up by borrowing money from Han Yaodong?

The peak masters are all shrewd individuals who have lived for tens of thousands of years; they won't be so easily fooled. Once they discover that Haoran Peak still has resources, they will definitely try to nibble them away and divide them up.

"How old are you? You still need your aunt to wipe your bottom."

With a silent sigh, Xue Wuqing took out a communication talisman. She instructed her trusted aide to find an opportunity to quietly spread the news that she had lent Chang Wen the spirit stones.

……

The Snow Lotus Peak Competition is held once every five years. It is a highly popular event in Snow Lotus Peak and even the Haoran Immortal Sect.

Many disciples of Snow Lotus Peak dream of rising to prominence and becoming famous through the Grand Competition.

This time, the disciples' enthusiasm was even higher than before. Why?

Of course, it's because Chang Wen hired thugs to participate in the summit competition. Something like this has never happened before in the Haoran Immortal Sect.

In addition, Chang Wen's three hired henchmen were already prominent figures in the Haoran Immortal Sect. Naturally, they attracted a great deal of attention.

The number of people in Ice Crystal Plaza was more than ten times that of previous years, estimated to be 200,000.

A grand stage often means great opportunities. For the disciples of Snow Lotus Peak, this is undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

If one can perform exceptionally well in such an occasion, their name will surely spread rapidly throughout the Haoran Immortal Sect. They might even find a suitable Daoist partner.

The disciples were eager to try, putting in their best effort, determined to make a name for themselves.

For a time, the atmosphere at the peak was incredibly high. People from other peaks who came to watch the spectacle were thoroughly entertained and exclaimed that their trip had been worthwhile.

"Look, Chang Wen is here."

"Where? Where?"

Someone in the crowd shouted, instantly attracting everyone's attention.

Eight or nine out of ten people in the arena were disciples from the outer peaks. They had all come to watch the spectacle because they heard that Chang Wen had hired thugs to participate in the peak competition. Now that the main character had appeared, they naturally wanted to keep a close eye on the situation and not miss any exciting moments.

"It's really lively. There are at least tens of thousands of people. It seems the battle between the Holy Sons is quite intense."

Chang Wen glanced around and offered a sincere assessment. He was in the last row of the platform, with a panoramic view of the entire venue. His heart was stirred.

"Senior Brother, so many people are watching us..."

Su Xiaoman felt stage fright as many people stared at her.

"That means you're good-looking."

Chang Wen pulled her to his side and covered her eyes with his hands, "That way they won't be able to see."

"whee."

……

As the four disciples, Chang Wen and his brother, took their seats, Lei Yuanwu of Zixiao Peak, Xiao Li of Youming Peak, and Jian Jiuxiao of Tianjian Peak also came into view.

The level of discussion instantly rose several notches.

Although Chang Wen is the client (the employer), the ones who actually fight are the three Holy Sons.

Countless people turned to look at the three, and discussions began around them. Among them, the one being discussed the most was naturally Jian Jiuxiao, who was ranked fifteenth on the Hundred Heroes List.

If the people on the list of 100 outstanding individuals are considered exceptional talents, then the top 15 can definitely be called epoch-making geniuses.

What's most intriguing is that Jian Jiuxiao's ranking has remained unchanged for twenty consecutive years. This is unique on the Hundred Heroes List, making it extremely prestigious.

Chang Wen also looked at Jian Jiuxiao and opened his panel.

[Name: Jian Jiuxiao]

[Age/Height/Weight: 362 years old/175cm/60kg]

[Identity: Holy Son of Heavenly Sword Peak.]

[Realm, First Level of the Integration Realm.]

[Spiritual Root, Top-Grade Lightning Spiritual Root.]

[Physical constitution: None.]

[Favorability, 50/100]

[System evaluation: A drunken swordsman whose life goal is to destroy the Taixu Sword Sect.]

"A Nascent Soul Realm cultivator?"

You wouldn't believe it until you see it! I thought Jian Jiuxiao was at the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, but it turns out he's a Nascent Soul master. It's quite unexpected.

"To annihilate the Taixu Sword Sect?"

After regaining his senses, Chang Wen's attention was drawn to the system's evaluation.

The Taixu Sword Sect, one of the three major powers in the Northern Wilderness, exists on par with the Haoran Immortal Sect. It is undoubtedly a behemoth. Although Jian Jiuxiao possesses extraordinary strength, he is still far from being a threat to the Taixu Sword Sect.

But that's not something he should care about. As long as Jian Jiuxiao becomes the champion of the peak competition, the karmic ties between them will be settled.

With this in mind, he calmed himself down and waited for the peak competition to end.

a few days later.

As the battle at Snow Lotus Peak progressed into its later stages, the number of participants dwindled sharply. However, those who remained were all elites, making the fighting even more spectacular. The audience continued to watch with great interest.

As time went by, the thing that people were most concerned about finally happened.

The top four have emerged.

As expected, they were four holy sons from different peaks.

Those who were tired from watching the game rubbed their eyes vigorously, trying to perk themselves up. They knew the main event was about to begin.

There are fewer than two hundred Holy Sons and Holy Daughters in the entire Haoran Immortal Sect. They represent the top combat power of the younger generation from each peak. They rarely attack each other.

the reason is simple.

The difference between beings of this level is too small; determining a winner cannot be done in just two or three days. A battle will certainly not erupt unless absolutely necessary.

A scene like today's is a once-in-a-decade occurrence. Even many of the top talents on the Hundred Heroes Ranking have come, hoping to gauge the situation by watching the battle.

Countless gazes focused on the four, scrutinizing their every move. As for Chang Wen, he was completely forgotten.

Chang Wen sat there, watching quietly. He had no interest in the fighting and killing; he only wanted to obtain the spark to cure Shen Nianqing's illness, and then invest heavily in becoming stronger.

"I hope Jian Jiuxiao can successfully reach the top."

He had already checked; it was true that the Holy Son of Snow Lotus Peak was at the peak of the Nascent Soul stage, but he was no match for Jian Jiuxiao. If nothing unexpected happened, he would obtain the Fire Seed soon.

……

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Ning Wushuang, the Holy Son of Snow Lotus Peak, was the first to move.

He clasped his hands in a respectful bow to Jian Jiuxiao and the other two, and said loudly, "Gentlemen, we are all Holy Sons, and it will likely take some effort to determine a winner. How about I give each of you two hundred thousand spirit stones, and you may leave now?"

These words, amplified by his inner energy, reached the ears of many present, causing a great uproar.

Ning Wushuang was actually willing to offer 600,000 spirit stones to make Jian Jiuxiao and the other two retreat?

This was unexpected, yet also quite reasonable.

Ning Wushuang possesses the bloodline of the Ice Phoenix, and the Fire Seed is an essential resource for him; he is determined to obtain it. Now that Jian Jiuxiao and his two companions have appeared out of nowhere, he knows he is no match for them, so paying to send them away is undoubtedly the best option.

Chang Wen's eyes flickered slightly, and he became serious, not expecting this.

If Jian Jiuxiao and the other two agree to leave, things will become a bit tricky.

Jian Jiuxiao stepped forward and said gently, "Brother Wushuang, please don't joke. Now that I've accepted the money, I must do this. How can I back out?"

"Indeed, we are all respectable people. If we retreat now, how can we maintain our standing in the Vast Immortal Sect?"

Lei Yuanwu of Zixiao Peak also made his attitude very clear.

Ning Wushuang, the Holy Son of Snow Lotus Peak, was not surprised and looked at Xiao Li, the Holy Son of Netherworld Peak.