Terran Guardian - Chapter 3537

Chapter 3515 Prepare a Generous Gift

Shen Changqing left.

After handing the fragment of the immortal sword to Fu Tian, he returned to the Xuan Tian Dao Sect to cultivate in seclusion and comprehend the final half-step of the path.

On the other side,

the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, having obtained this treasure, also made a great deal of publicity.

In a short time,

it attracted the attention of many cultivators.

There was no way around it.

A treasure destroyed by the tribulation of a Primordial Emperor Weapon, even if it could not compare to a true Primordial Emperor Weapon, was still more powerful than many Emperor Immortal Artifacts.

After all—

the foundation of such a treasure was there.

Even a fragment possessed considerable power.

For top Immortal Emperors or even half-saint level experts, such a fragment was not very meaningful.

But for ordinary Immortal Emperors,

it was a different story.

Therefore,

when the news of the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce spread, the number of experts in Nanming Immortal City increased significantly, and other chambers of commerce also turned their attention to the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce when they learned of this news.

“Has the origin of the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce still not been clarified?”

Inside the Tianyun Pavilion, Qian Buyi frowned, his expression displeased.

The Zhutian Chamber of Commerce appeared out of nowhere and quickly established a considerable foundation in Nanming Immortal City.

That in itself was one thing.

As a major power in Shenfeng Prefecture, with branches occupying most of the Immortal Prefecture, Tianyun Pavilion naturally wouldn’t take the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce seriously.

After all, with Tianyun Pavilion’s foundation, apart from chambers of commerce of the Tongtian Pavilion level that were hard to match, there were actually very few other chambers of commerce that the former could truly take seriously.

The Zhutian Chamber of Commerce

was naturally not among them.

But now that news had spread that the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce possessed a fragment of a half-step Innate Emperor Weapon, that was a different story.

It wasn’t that such a treasure fragment was particularly important, but rather the meaning behind it.

After all—

Qian Buyi already knew that the treasure destroyed during the tribulation not long ago was the work of the Xuantian Dao Sect.

Now that this treasure fragment was in the hands of the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, that was something to ponder.

You must know…

Previously, Tianyun Pavilion had always cooperated with Xuantian Dao Sect.

Now that Xuantian Dao Sect hadn’t entrusted this treasure to Tianyun Pavilion but instead gave it to the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, how could Qian Buyi not feel threatened?

After all,

he was merely a branch manager.

If Xuantian Dao Sect was backed by the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, things would be different.

Qian Buyi knew very well that Tianyun Pavilion’s rise to power in the Divine Heaven Domain was inextricably linked to Xuantian Dao Sect, and he, as a branch manager, had also benefited from it.

If Xuantian Dao Sect abandoned Tianyun Pavilion and instead supported the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, things would become very complicated.

However, it was difficult for Qian Buyi to personally inquire about these matters.

Given Shen Changqing’s current status, it was not something a mere Tianyun Pavilion manager like himself could question; a misstep could damage relations between the two sides.

Therefore,

for now, Qian Buyi could only secretly search for information about the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce.

As he finished speaking, the Tianyun Pavilion cultivator before him respectfully said…

“The origins of the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce are mysterious. However, as far as I know, this chamber of commerce originated from the Tianxing Domain, and then, in less than one or two hundred thousand years, it gradually established its foundation in other immortal domains.

The origins of the Zhutian Pavilion Master are even more mysterious; all that is known is that he is a Celestial Emperor.

But much more information is unknown!”

“Some forces have secretly captured cultivators from the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, trying to learn their secrets, but many of the middle-level members only have a vague understanding of the chamber’s core secrets.

The upper echelons are incredibly loyal, and no amount of interrogation can sway them!”

Hearing this, Qian Buyi’s expression immediately changed.

Tianxing Domain!

At this moment,

all of Qian Buyi’s suspicions were confirmed.

He was almost 100% certain that the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce was definitely related to the Xuantian Dao Sect, or rather, related to the Xuantian Dao Sect Master.

After all, that person was originally the Heavenly Demon Saint Lord, and is now the Sect Master of the Xuantian Dao Sect. The Zhutian Chamber of Commerce originated from the Tianxing Domain, so it’s impossible for things to be so coincidental.

Sometimes,

too many coincidences

become inevitable.

“Abandon all actions against the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce. Don’t provoke this force for now!”

Qian Buyi said in a deep voice.

Since it’s clear that it’s related to Shen Changqing, then the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce is untouchable.

After all, the current Shentian Domain is under the sole control of the Xuantian Dao Sect. Anyone who dares to oppose them is just asking for trouble.

Don’t be fooled by the Tianyun Pavilion’s powerful strength; it’s impossible for them to break ties with the Xuantian Dao Sect for the sake of a mere branch manager.

If the latter were just an ordinary force, it wouldn’t matter.

But the Xuantian Dao Sect is currently at its zenith, and its Sect Master is a being comparable to an immortal.

As a mere Ancient Immortal Realm manager, death is nothing to the Tianyun Pavilion; they would never break ties with them.

Currently, the Xuantian Dao Sect’s support for the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, while impacting the Tianyun Pavilion, allows the latter to survive.

At this juncture,

Qian Buyi clearly understands the priorities.

Moreover,

he looks at the person before him and says, “Prepare a generous gift for the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce to show goodwill, but avoid any conflict!”

“Yes—”

…

The Tianyun Pavilion acts swiftly.

Looking at the gifts sent by the Tianyun Pavilion, Fu Tian immediately understands.

He knows that

the Tianyun Pavilion wouldn’t show goodwill without reason; there’s a reason behind it.

Considering the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce’s actions in recent days, how could Fu Tian not understand the key point?

Clearly, they’ve guessed the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce’s backing, and their current actions are less directed at the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce and more at the Xuantian Dao Sect.

However,

Fu Tian ignores this matter.

Now that Shen Changqing has assigned him a task, he must complete it with all his might to demonstrate the role of the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce.

The Zhutian Chamber of Commerce has been established for over a million years, and the emperor has demanded very little from it.

Now, a rare opportunity to serve is coming, and Fu Tian naturally doesn’t want to miss it.

A year later   ,

the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce held an auction. Due to the presence of a fragment of a half-step Innate Emperor Weapon, this auction was unprecedentedly grand.

Many cultivators came upon hearing the news, and even powerful figures from other Immortal Realms flocked to the scene.   Therefore, Fu Tian had to personally appear to oversee the situation.   After all, the commotion caused by the half-step Innate Emperor Weapon fragment was considerable; without sufficient power, it would be difficult to control the situation.   As the only Immortal Emperor in the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce, Fu Tian naturally had to step forward to preside over the overall situation.   When an Immortal Emperor appeared, the previously noisy and chaotic scene instantly quieted down considerably.   Moreover,   some observant people noticed that an elder from the Xuantian Dao Sect had arrived, seemingly intending to support the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce.   This scene…   This immediately dispelled any ulterior motives many cultivators harbored.   ”The Xuan Tian Dao Sect has also arrived. Could the Zhu Tian Chamber of Commerce really be related to this force?”   ”It’s rumored that the Zhu Tian Chamber of Commerce originated from the Tianxing Domain; perhaps they really are related—”   Long before the Zhu Tian Chamber of Commerce revealed the news of the half-step Innate Emperor Weapon fragment, many cultivators had already made speculations.   They even secretly investigated the Zhu Tian Chamber of Commerce’s foundation.   Although the information obtained was limited   , connecting seemingly unrelated information—from the fact that this force originated from the Tianxing Domain to the half-step Innate Emperor Weapon fragment—many questions suddenly became clear.   Now,   the appearance of an elder from the Xuan Tian Dao Sect was a gesture of support.   Anyone with a modicum of intelligence could understand the relationship between the two forces.   Although the elder from the Xuan Tian Dao Sect was merely an Ancient Immortal Realm cultivator, no one dared to underestimate him.   An Ancient Immortal might not seem like much   , but the power behind him was not to be ignored.   Having grasped the key point, the other cultivators no longer dared to underestimate the All-Heavens Merchant Guild.   Thus,   the auction proceeded smoothly.   From beginning to end, the auction was conducted without any disturbance.   After the auction ended, some powerful individuals who obtained the treasures left Nanming Immortal City without stopping.   However, moments later,   a powerful aura erupted in the void.   ”Leave behind the fragments of a half-step Innate Emperor Weapon!”   ”Hmph, you dare to steal my things? You’re courting death—”   Angry shouts echoed, and terrifying power swept across the heavens and earth, yet it did not affect Nanming Immortal City in the slightest.   ”Elder, should we intervene?”   Within Nanming Immortal City, a Xuan Tian Dao Sect cultivator stood behind someone and respectfully asked.   Gu Mingfeng shook his head slightly: “No need to pay attention. Let them fight if they want, as long as it doesn’t affect our Nanming Immortal City.   After all, such battles among cultivators are inherently difficult to prevent. Forcibly suppressing them would inevitably backfire!”   Since breaking through to the Immortal Emperor realm, Gu Mingfeng has been responsible for guarding Nanming Immortal City.   He has no intention of interfering in the battles among other Immortal Emperors.   Competition for opportunities   is commonplace in the Nine Heavens Immortal Realm.   It’s impossible to completely eliminate such things.   Besides,   these powerful figures haven’t made a move within Nanming Immortal City, which is giving face to the Xuantian Dao Sect. Gu Mingfeng understands this.   Since they’ve given face to the Xuantian Dao Sect, he can’t refuse.   But most importantly, they haven’t affected Nanming Immortal City or harmed the interests of the Xuantian Dao Sect.   Let these cultivators fight if they want.   The battle started quickly and ended quickly as well.   As the illusory image of the Immortal Emperor’s universe fell, signifying the fall of an Immortal Emperor, all commotion vanished.   Gu Mingfeng flicked his sleeve, and a fragment of the universe fell into his palm.   This item held considerable significance for him.   …   Several days later.   Fu Tian arrived at the Xuan Tian Dao Sect to meet Shen Changqing.   He did not conceal his identity.   After all, given the previous events, the relationship between the Zhutian Chamber of Commerce and Shen Changqing could no longer be hidden, so there was no need to continue concealing it.   Inside Yangxin Residence.   Shen Changqing looked at the newcomer and asked, “Is everything settled?”   ”As per Your Excellency’s request, all the proceeds from the auction of that supreme treasure fragment are here. Please take a look, Your Excellency!” As   Fu Tian spoke, he handed a storage ring to Shen Changqing. The latter scanned it with his divine sense, and everything within the storage ring was clearly seen.