Baihe really understands these people. This price is acceptable to them, but it will also make them feel very uncomfortable.

Xue Tong, Yu Yan, and Zheng Ren all felt a toothache upon hearing this.

Xue Tong was the first to protest, pointing at Bai He and angrily rebuking him: "Bai He, are you crazy for money? You're asking for ten billion spirit stones right off the bat, you're trying to kill me."

Yu Yan chimed in, "Yes, some compensation is fine, but your asking price is too high. This is just asking for the moon."

Zheng Ren chimed in, "That's right, how about we give you a token of our appreciation, a million spirit stones?"

Bai He glared angrily at Zheng Renyuan:

"One million spirit stones? How dare you, Zheng Ren, a King Realm expert, say that? Are you trying to fob me off like a beggar? Here's a billion spirit stones, take it or leave it."

Qin Feng watched this dog-eat-dog scene quietly from the sidelines. He had only offered an idea, and Bai He would automatically fight for it for him. It felt really good.

Zhou Jian also looked at Qin Feng with admiration; this kid was quite interesting.

Zhu Rui saw that they were still haggling, so he coughed twice to draw their attention.

"I'm telling you all to calm down. It's just a billion spirit stones. Compared to the Emperor's possessions, isn't it worth it? If we're lucky, we might break even as soon as we go in."

I think this suggestion is perfectly fine. Let's stop arguing about it and just be straightforward.

Xue Tong complained, "Zhu Rui, it's easy for your Tianjiao Tower to make money, but it's not the same for my Huanhua Sect."

Yu Yan and Zheng Ren quickly chimed in, "That's right. Our sect has huge expenses in all aspects. A billion is too much."

Bai He's temper flared up instantly. "If you don't want to, then forget it. Zhou Jian, Zhu Rui, and I will join forces. The three of you can do whatever you want."

Upon hearing Bai He's words, Xue Tong and the other two became anxious. The clues to the Emperor were all in Bai He and Qin Feng's hands. The initiative was not in their hands.

"No way, don't even think about taking it all for yourself. You have to take us with you."

"Yes, ten billion spirit stones is ten billion. It's not like we can't afford it."

"Okay, it's settled then."

After Baihe said that, the compensation was settled.

Everyone turned their attention to Baihe.

Bai He didn't immediately take out his token but looked at Qin Feng, wondering what kind of trick this kid would come up with this time.

Qin Feng looked at everyone and said with a grin:

"I see that none of you have brought that many spirit stones with you, and everyone needs to go back and prepare."

I think this is a good idea: let's decide on the number of people, and we'll meet here in ten days.

Then Senior Baihe will take out the token and complete the map.

Together, we will explore the Emperor's secrets and share in his legacy.

Bai He had no objections. He held the token in his hand and wasn't afraid of Qin Feng's tricks. As long as the map wasn't completed, no one could obtain the Emperor's secret treasure.

The others, however, were somewhat uneasy.

Xue Tong questioned, "How can we believe you wouldn't team up with Bai He to secretly explore the hidden treasure?"

Yu Yan and Zheng Ren also expressed their doubts, saying, "That's right, the Emperor's secret treasure cannot be taken lightly."

Zhu Rui also looked at Qin Feng with curiosity.

Qin Feng looked at them speechlessly, "You don't believe me? I can understand. Even someone as respected as Senior Baihe can't do that. Sigh, I really can't do anything with you guys."

Everyone rolled their eyes. What a load of rubbish!

Qin Feng continued:

"Is it that simple? Baihe and I will just stay here and not run around."

If you don't trust us, why don't you send someone or even watch over us in person?

"Do you think we, two grown men, can just run away?"

Everyone thought Qin Feng's suggestion was feasible.

Zhu Rui was very decisive. "Then it's settled. The number of people shouldn't be too large. I think thirty places per family is about right. What do you all think?"

Xue Tong nodded. "Okay, it's settled then."

Yu Yan and Zheng Ren agreed, and Bai He had no objections either.

That was settled, and everyone would open the Emperor's Treasure in ten days.

Seeing that the matter had been settled, Zhu Rui said goodbye to everyone.

"See you all here again in ten days. Just a reminder, it's best not to let too many people know about this, to avoid causing unnecessary trouble."

With everyone agreeing, Zhu Rui left gracefully.

Zhu Rui instructed Jiang Yi, the leader of the Huanhua Sect, "You stay here and see if Senior Baihe and young friend Qin Feng need anything, and provide them with any assistance."

Jiang Yi obediently replied, "I will obey the instructions of the Ancestor."

Yu Yan and Zheng Ren made the same arrangements for Tian Zheng and Qian Xuefeng.

Bai He sneered dismissively, "So what if you're monitoring me? Why make it sound so nice?"

Qin Feng smiled and found a quiet place to sit down, as long as he wasn't too far from here.

Those who remained gradually dispersed, seeking temporary shelter.

Zhou Jian found Qin Feng and said, "Sigh, it's my fault for not having the strength to do so, forcing you to compromise."

Qin Feng waved his hand dismissively and said:

"Ancestor, please don't take it to heart. This is also the will of Heaven. It's amazing that a token ended up in Tang Yan's hands. They will find out about this sooner or later."

They're also right; this Emperor's legacy might hold some dangers, and someone needs to scout it out. As for the rewards, that depends on everyone's abilities.

Zhou Jian nodded without saying anything more.

Deng Tianning interjected, "Qin Feng, what are your plans for these spots?"

Just as Qin Feng was about to bring this up with them, he replied frankly, "I need about ten spots. Do you think that's enough?"

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