"how so?"
Jieen's mind was filled with confusion.
The video meticulously recorded every detail of Wu Heng's actions, including placing the jade slip and spreading rumors.
Even though Jie En saw that in the image, Wu Heng had actually concealed his aura and changed his appearance.
Even so, the disguise was still exposed and recorded.
Such methods were unheard of even to someone as knowledgeable as him.
Wu Heng said with a bitter expression, "Master, throughout the whole process, I did not sense any spying and had no idea that my actions were being recorded."
"Sigh! This is not your fault."
Jie En sighed deeply.
He knew that this matter could not be blamed on Wu Heng. Wu Heng was not careless or negligent; on the contrary, he did an excellent job.
If it weren't for someone secretly following and recording this incident, it would never have been discovered that Wu Heng was behind it.
Even if other chambers of commerce might suspect Akabane-do, it's just speculation, without any evidence.
Seeing that the hall master did not blame him, Wu Heng secretly breathed a sigh of relief, and then couldn't help but curse inwardly, "I don't know who recorded this video. It's simply putting my Crimson Feather Hall in an unjust position. Their intentions are sinister!"
"It doesn't matter who recorded it anymore."
Jie En's tone was somewhat grave as he continued, "Now, the main thing is how to appease the anger of the other chambers of commerce."
When this matter was mentioned, Jie En felt a headache coming on.
Buzz!
As the saying goes, what you fear most is what will happen.
More than a dozen terrifying auras enveloped the headquarters of the Crimson Feather Hall, and even the powerful formations of the Crimson Feather Hall could not stop these auras from penetrating.
Boom!
The overwhelming force pressed down, and in an instant, the array at the Crimson Feather Hall headquarters could no longer withstand it and exploded.
This caused Jie En's expression to change drastically, and he hurriedly said, "Please calm down, everyone! Please calm down!"
Such a sight startled Jie En. He rushed out of the room, sweating profusely, and looked at the dozen or so figures floating in mid-air. He couldn't help but twitch at the corner of his mouth.
Without exception, all of these powerful individuals were top-tier experts at the late or perfect stage of the God King realm, with some even reaching the half-step God Emperor level.
They were the founders of the other six chambers of commerce.
They all looked down at Akabane-do with indifferent expressions, their gazes icy and ruthless.
It seems that if they disagree, they could wipe out Akabane-do.
"Holy crap, all the major chambers of commerce are knocking on our door!"
"Oh my god, is Akabane-do going to be wiped out today?"
"Serves them right! Chambers of commerce that maliciously slander other companies should be wiped out!"
"Hahaha, let's fight! This is a battle between top-tier god-kings!"
...
Outside the Crimson Feather Hall, many passing creatures were excited upon witnessing this scene.
A battle between top-tier god-kings is a rare sight indeed.
All living beings gazed expectantly at the sky.
In mid-air, Jie En sensed the discussions among the many beings on the ground and couldn't help but feel angry. However, seeing the indifferent expressions of the dozen or so top experts in front of him, he could only suppress his anger and forcefully say with a smile, "Everyone, it's a misunderstanding, it's all a misunderstanding!"
"There's no misunderstanding!"
Luo Xian, the sect leader of Luo Xian Sect, showed Jie En no respect whatsoever, stating bluntly, "If this matter cannot be resolved satisfactorily, then today, the Crimson Feather Hall shall vanish from the Desolate Region!"
Whoosh...
These words caused an uproar.
Although Sect Leader Luo's voice was soft and her tone was very calm, it was clear that she was serious.
Even Jie En, who was forcing a smile, couldn't help but freeze.
He was shocked and furious at this, but when his gaze fell upon the expressions of the other powerful figures, he realized that this was not a decision made solely by Sect Master Luo.
The other powerful figures also tacitly agreed with Sect Master Luo's words.
Glug!
Instantly, Jie En felt a chill in his heart and subconsciously swallowed.
He knew that today was probably the most critical moment ever for Akabane Hall, and if it was not handled properly, Akabane Hall might become a thing of the past.
He knew very well that the six major chambers of commerce were not only demanding an explanation, but also seeking compensation.
"call……"
Jie En took a deep breath and continued with a forced smile, "Of course, Chi Yu Tang will give you all a satisfactory explanation. Would you please move aside for a talk?"
"We can discuss other matters later. First, hand over Wu Heng!"
The aged-looking Sect Master Luo glanced indifferently at Wu Heng, then turned his gaze to Wu Heng behind Jie En.
The other god-kings remained silent, but all turned their gazes to Wu Heng.
Quack!
Being watched by so many top experts, even with its mid-stage God King cultivation, Wu Heng couldn't help but feel a chill run down its spine and instinctively cried out.
It felt a chill run through its body, and cold sweat poured down its back.
Sensing the killing intent these top god-kings harbored towards it, it trembled and pleaded with Jie En in a low voice, "Hall Master, save me!"
Jie En was also intimidated by the resolute attitude of Lord Luo and the other God Kings. He glanced back at his loyal subordinates and said with a forced smile, "Gentlemen, this was my oversight. Could you spare this lowly slave for my sake?"
"Don't worry, everyone. I know the rules. I'll take care of its life."
Jie En seemed afraid of angering the other god-kings, and with a forced smile, he did not ask them to let Wu Heng go, but instead offered to buy Wu Heng's life with resources.
pity.
Sect Leader Luo said without any mercy, "Today, either it dies, and we'll talk about other things; or you die, and we'll kill it. The choice is yours."
"You... Sect Master Luo, why are you being so aggressive?"
As a powerful being at the peak of the God-King realm, Jie En also had backbone. He was extremely dissatisfied with the domineering attitude of Sect Master Luo, but dared not say anything strong. He could only swallow his anger and say that Sect Master Luo was being aggressive.
"No, I am not being aggressive, I intend to kill it!"
Sect Master Luo shook her head, her attitude extremely assertive, stating that she would kill Wu Heng today. She looked coldly at Jie En and said, "I will give you three breaths to consider. If you cannot make a choice, then let us choose for you."
The other powerful figures remained silent.
It seems that this matter is entirely decided by Master Luo, who is a half-step Divine Emperor.
This left Jieen unsure which merchant guild to choose when he wanted to plead with other god-kings.
It's obvious that he went too far this time.
This caused the six major merchant guilds not only to harbor murderous intent towards Wu Heng, but also to consider annihilating his Crimson Feather Hall.
He must handle this carefully.
"Master, I..."
At this moment, Wu Heng was shrouded in endless fear. Its originally dark face turned pale with fright. It trembled and wanted Jie En to save it, but seeing the Hall Master's constantly changing expression, it knew that it would probably not escape death today.
It couldn't help but feel immense resentment.
The resentment stemmed from the fact that the Hall Master collaborated with the True Dragon Clan to scheme against Lu Tao, which led to the subsequent events.
Three breaths had passed, and Jie En had not made a choice.
"Croak!"
Wu Heng was heartbroken. He immediately transformed back into his true form, and a jet-black crow appeared before he instantly spread his wings and fled.
call out!
Wu Heng was extremely fast; in a single flash, he disappeared from the sky above the Crimson Feather Hall.
But suddenly...
puff!
A soft sound came from the void, and Wu Heng's figure appeared in mid-air dozens of feet away. However, at this moment, his entire head exploded, and his soul was annihilated.
With a gentle wave of his hand, Sect Master Luo collected Wu Heng's corpse.
This scene terrified the other members of Akabane-do, who trembled with fear and dared not utter a sound.
Although Jie En was filled with rage, he dared not show it, and a sense of powerlessness rose up all over his body.
The pressure, or rather the threat, posed by the six major chambers of commerce was simply too great.
He dared not act rashly.
The only option left was to abandon Wu Heng, this powerful subordinate.
"Good, well done! This lowly slave who framed the major merchant guilds deserves to die!"
When Wu Heng was killed, Jie En showed no resentment whatsoever. Instead, he loudly agreed with Sect Master Luo's actions and then said with a smile, "Everyone, please come with me to the Crimson Feather Hall for a chat."
Sect Master Luo nodded silently and flew into the Crimson Feather Hall first.
Other powerful individuals followed closely behind and entered the Crimson Feather Hall.
When Jie En flew into the Crimson Feather Hall, the many creatures on the ground began to laugh at him with disdain.
"Heh, so this is the Crimson Feather Hall. When the branch leader was killed, the hall master didn't dare utter a single word, and even had to praise the killing!"
"Hahaha, after today, the Akabane Hall's reign is over."
"Serves them right. This shameless business guild should be wiped out as soon as possible."
These creatures also love to watch the excitement and make things worse.
However, they only communicate with each other through whispers; very few actually dare to speak aloud.
The other members of the Akabane Hall, witnessing Wu Heng's murder, couldn't help but feel a sense of shared sorrow.
...
"Gentlemen, this matter was due to my oversight and mistake, which has led to the tarnishing of the reputation of the major chambers of commerce. Whatever your requests may be, I will do my best to fulfill them."
Inside the Akabane Hall, Jie En adopted an extremely humble posture.
He knew it very well.
Given the attitude of these top experts today, if the Crimson Feather Hall doesn't prepare to bleed heavily, it will likely be wiped out.
He didn't quite understand.
It was clearly just a rumor, and it was clarified in just one day. It's hard to say that it caused much damage to the six major chambers of commerce.
Why were the six major chambers of commerce so furious? Not only did all their top experts come to their door, but they also decisively killed Wu Heng in one fell swoop.
At this point, he had no choice but to compensate the six major chambers of commerce so that Akabane Hall could continue to survive.
The old sect leader of Luo Sect remained expressionless as she spoke directly, "I don't need much, just 15% of the resources from the Crimson Feather Hall will suffice."
"What?"
Upon hearing this, Jie En couldn't help but glare at him angrily, his face turning red with rage.
Is this what you call not asking for much?
It seems that Luo Xianmen only asked for 15% of the resources from Chi Yutang, which doesn't seem like much, but there are six merchant guilds present.
Six 15% = a full 90%!
You call this not much?
This is outright robbery!
This is outright robbery!
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