Douluo Continent: Starting from Tianshui Academy

Chapter 77 Building a Power

Ye Liangchen's preparation to build up his power was a big deal, and all the academy's high-ranking officials came. Shui Bing'er and her sister, Xue Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and others also came, after all, these girls would be following Ye Liangchen in the future, and they didn't want to miss such a grand occasion.

In addition, fifteen powerful individuals also arrived from the City Lord's Mansion, including three Soul Saints, five Soul Emperors, and seven high-level Soul Kings.

The Lord of Tianshui City is named Shui Xingyun. He is Shui Lingfeng's cousin and is currently 70 years old. His martial soul is a great white shark. He is a level 69 Soul Emperor and a highly respected elder.

This was the first time Ye Liangchen had met the other core members of the Shui family. Before, when he was young, his elders had kept him locked up in the academy and he had no chance to meet these people.

In the Shui family, women usually take charge. This time, there were six men and nine women, clearly showing a strong female presence.

"Xiao Chen, let me introduce you. These are the core members of our Shui family."

"This is the city lord, Mercury Cloud, who is also my cousin."

"And this is...?"

Miss Lan pulled Ye Liangchen aside and introduced him to the people in her clan.

"Hello Grandpa Hsing Yun, hello everyone, uncles and aunts."

Ye Liangchen also greeted these people, after all, they were his elders.

"This is Ye Feng and Liu Ruyan's child. They've grown up so fast."

City Lord Shui Xingyun and the fourteen middle-aged men and women looked at Ye Liangchen, who had grown into an adult, and sighed at how fast time had passed.

"Shui Lanxin, Shui Lanyue, you two sisters are really good at hiding things. It took you so long to let the little one meet us."

The nine middle-aged women also complained to the Shui Lan sisters about how they had kept the little one hidden away.

"We're doing this to protect the little one's safe growth."

The Lan sisters have become stronger and have resumed their original names, Shui Lanxin and Shui Lanyue.

Before long, the banquet was ready, and Shui Lanxin invited everyone to take their seats.

After several rounds of drinks and dishes, Shui Lanxin asked Ye Liangchen to speak: "Xiao Chen, everyone here is family, so tell us your thoughts!"

"Okay, Aunt Lan."

Ye Liangchen stood up and shared his thoughts with everyone.

"I plan to establish the Soaring Dragon Pavilion, then slowly make a lot of money until I reach the top of this world and let everyone live a carefree life."

"Our Tianshui Sect's main gate also needs to be built. Once the time is right, we will announce the establishment of the sect."

After hearing Ye Liangchen's idea, the high-ranking officials were stunned. Starting construction on two forces at the same time was quite a big deal!

"Xiao Chen, undertaking such a huge project all at once, our pockets can't handle it!"

Shui Lanxin initially thought that the little guy was just setting up Tenglong Pavilion, which wasn't a big problem, but now that he's suddenly making such a big deal out of it, where is he going to get so much money?

"Xiao Chen, starting construction on two major forces at the same time will consume a lot of financial and material resources. Once construction begins, it will cost at least a million gold soul coins."

As the city lord, Mercury Cloud knew that undertaking large-scale projects would be extremely costly.

"I think Xiao Chen's plan is very good. As for the money, everyone doesn't need to worry. Xiao Chen once said: 'If money can solve the problem, then it's not a problem.'"

"To tell you the truth, Xiao Chen and I went to the Tian Dou Auction House before. We only sold 80 Soul Power Pills that he had refined, and we already made more than 200 million gold soul coins. This kid's money-making methods are simply unimaginable."

At this point, Dugu Bo spoke up, telling everyone that the money issue was a minor one.

"I wasn't there at the time, but my daughter told me later that everyone at the auction was bidding like crazy." Ye Suling smiled, feeling that her family's wealth couldn't compare to what the little one earned in a day.

"This kid earned more in one go than our Tianshui Academy earns in a whole year."

"Xiao Chen once said that a genius must be proficient in everything, and this kid's ability to make money is terrifying."

Shui Lanxin, Su Lin, Mu Qingxue and the others exchanged smiles, thinking that this guy would definitely become the richest man in the future.

"Little Chen actually earned over 200 million gold soul coins on this trip to Heaven Dou City?"

"They say they're going out to gain experience, but I think little Chen is just going to pick up money."

"I bet with Brother Chen in Soto City for a whole day before, and we only made 16. Compared to the more than 200 million now, it's nothing."

Looking at Ye Liangchen's calm expression, Shui Bing'er and the others felt useless. How could someone so young earn millions of gold soul coins so easily? How could there be such a big difference between people?

Upon hearing that Ye Liangchen possessed such extraordinary money-making skills, Mercury Cloud thought to himself that the annual tax revenue of Tianshui City was only a few million gold soul coins.

"Xiao Chen, do you have any plans to rule the world after establishing the Tenglong Pavilion?" Lord Mercury Cloud City asked Ye Liangchen at this moment.

"Grandpa Xingyun, my purpose in establishing the Tenglong Pavilion is to help everyone get rich together."

"I want ninety-nine percent of the world. As for who will be emperor in the future? That's up to me."

When Ye Liangchen revealed his ideal, he completely stunned everyone.

"Ha...! That's way too arrogant!"

Shui Lanxin and Shui Lanyue grabbed Ye Liangchen's ears and scolded him angrily, "You brat, you think you're so great just because you went to the Heavenly Dou Empire? You dare to talk such nonsense?"

"Hehe...! I think Xiao Chen has ambition, and he will definitely keep his word. Does everyone know what Xiao Chen did in the Heavenly Dou Imperial City this time?"

After spending these days with Ye Liangchen, Dugu Bo knew that what the little guy said would definitely come true.

"Senior Dugu, could this little guy have gotten into some big trouble in Tiandou City?" Shui Lanxin and her sister asked curiously.

"Little Chen accompanied us to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy before, and he beat the Fourth Prince Xue Beng into a pulp. Yu Tianheng, the genius of the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Clan, was also beaten to the ground by Little Chen."

"Afterwards, Xiao Chen and His Highness the Crown Prince Xue Qinghe boasted and chatted, completely fooling the other party."

"I bet Prince Snowstar and Avalanche hate Little Chen to death right now."

Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling talked about the things the little guy had done in Tiandou City. Looking back now, it was both thrilling and exciting.

"You brat! You've got some nerve, daring to hit a prince? That's an insult to the imperial family! Can't you be a little more discreet?"

Shui Lanxin and Shui Lanyue grabbed Ye Liangchen's ears again, feeling a headache coming on. This little guy only went to Tiandou City, how did he become so bold?

"Haha...! This little guy is really bold."

The high-ranking officials of Tianshui City found it quite amusing to see Ye Liangchen, who had previously boasted that he wanted ninety-nine percent of the world, suddenly being pulled by the ear by two elders, looking like a child who had made a mistake.

"Don't worry, everyone! Xiao Chen is very clever. In terms of scheming, even I can't compare. I don't think there's any problem..."

Dugu Bo explained to everyone Ye Liangchen's feat of venturing into Sunset Forest alone and killing more than 20,000 soul beasts, as well as his courage and determination in fighting against the Heavenly Dou Royal Family.

"Master, Xiao Chen is only 12 years old, how did he learn all this?"

After listening to Dugu Bo's account, Mercury Cloud and the others from the Shui family felt that the little guy was a seasoned veteran.

"How do we know? This kid has loved reading since he was little, and he's smart. He learned all the knowledge taught at the academy in just three months, so it's normal for him to come up with these crazy ideas."

The Shui sisters stroked the little guy's head, looking at their child whom they had raised with such care, who was finally able to roam the world. As elders, they were filled with immense joy.

"Little Chen, you took 2 years to get your fourth spirit ring?"

Shui Bing'er and the others were also shocked when they heard Dugu Bo say that this little guy had killed a 20,000-year-old soul beast all by himself.

"Yes! My fourth ring comes from a 23000-year-old golden eagle," Ye Liangchen said calmly.

"Patriarch, now we believe what Xiao Chen said: 'I want ninety-nine percent of the whole world.' He wasn't just bragging; he might actually be able to do it."

After learning about Ye Liangchen's strength, the Lord of Mercury Cloud City and the members of the Shui family felt that he had a bright future. It was unbelievable that he dared to absorb 23000 years at the fourth level.

"In that case, we will do our best to help Xiao Chen reach the pinnacle of this world. Moreover, he has an even stronger force behind him, so we don't need to worry about anything. The Tianshui Sect must also be established, independent of any other power."

As the most respected elder of the Shui family, Shui Lingfeng made the final decision to lead everyone in a major undertaking.

"Young Master Chen, what are your plans now? We will go through fire and water for you."

The 18 members of the Ye family felt that they had eaten and it was time to get to work. Having just joined Ye Liangchen's forces, they had to make a good impression on the young man's elders.

"Chen Shao is a good title. From now on, we'll call Xiao Chen Chen Shao too."

City Lord Shui Xingyun, Xue Wu, Dugu Yan, Yu Hairou, and others echoed this sentiment, since everyone was now focused on Ye Liangchen.

"Isn't this a bit too much?"

Seeing these people all calling him Young Master Chen, Ye Liangchen felt like he really was a young master.

"Xiao Chen, you are now the head of Tenglong Pavilion. From now on, you should be referred to as Young Master Chen. That will make you look more professional," Ye Suling said with a smile.

"Alright! As long as everyone's happy."

"Brother Lingyun and Sister Yexia just broke through to level 30, but they haven't had time to obtain their soul rings yet. Aunt Lan, could you send two powerful individuals to take them to the Star Dou Forest to obtain their third soul rings?"

"No problem. In a few days, I'll have Su Lin and An Qi take them to the Star Dou Forest to help them hunt soul beasts."

Shui Lanxin naturally supported Ye Liangchen's arrangements.

"I have over 120 million gold soul coins here, which can be used as start-up capital. After we choose a location, we can invite the Yu clan to build the sect."

Ye Liangchen took more than 120 million gold soul coins directly from the soul tool and handed them over to Shui Lanxin for overall planning and arrangement.

"I also have 150 million here. Xiao Chen used 100 million as compensation for Yan Yan and Ling Ling to drop out of Tian Dou Royal Academy. I only spent 70 to convince them. I still have 30 left."

At this time, Dugu Bo also directly took out 150 million and invested it in the construction of Tenglong Pavilion. The little guy helped his family change their fate, so he couldn't be stingy.

"I also have 80 here."

Ye Suling then took out a card containing 80 gold soul coins and joined the construction effort.

"Senior Dugu, Ye Suling, how can we use your money?" Shui Lan thought about returning the money to the two of them.

"Xiao Chen is our great benefactor. Besides, we are now members of Tenglong Pavilion. It's like building our own home. We can't let Xiao Chen bear the burden alone."

Now that Dugu Bo and Ye Suling have joined Ye Liangchen's forces, they naturally cannot be stingy.

"Thank you both very much." Shui Lanxin put away the huge sum of more than 300 million yuan and prepared to build a luxurious Tenglong Pavilion for Ye Liangchen.

"Brother Chen, I only have 8 gold soul coins." Zhu Zhuqing took out the money on her body, wanting to invest some, but felt it was too little and a bit embarrassing to give.

"Zhuqing, keep your money for yourself. Making money is just too easy for me."

Ye Liangchen told Zhu Zhuqing to put the money away. "This little kitten is already here, why bother giving her money?"

"That's right, Sister Zhuqing, let's not worry about these things." Shui Bing'er and her sister held the kitten's hand, thinking that since you'll be his person in the future, there's no need for you to take money.

"Master, if the money is not enough, I can get more from the City Lord's Mansion."

Mercury Cloud also expressed his opinion at this time, saying that in order to help Ye Liangchen, he could directly use the money in the city lord's mansion.

"Grandpa Xingyun, don't touch the money in the City Lord's Mansion. I'm going to build Tenglong City next to Tianshui City to connect the two cities. We'll use it then."

Ye Liangchen couldn't just build a Tenglong Pavilion on his own. He planned to use the Tenglong Pavilion as the center to create a large city. That would be the only way to make a real difference.

"You brat, you have such a big plan?" Shui Lingfeng, Shui Lanxin and the others were all stunned.

"This is a good idea. I can almost see the prosperous Tenglong City in the present day."

Dugu Bo trusted Ye Liangchen; the little guy almost always kept his word, as if everything was under his control.

(End of this chapter)