Who is the organizer of this Rising Dragon Gate celebration?
Lin Feng did not answer his question directly.
Zhang Haijian immediately replied, "It is jointly organized by Zunxing Chamber of Commerce and Mujiang Chamber of Commerce. In the past, the Rising Dragon Gate was also hosted by these two major chambers of commerce. They are known in the Endless Sea for being rich. Apart from them, no one else has the strength to organize such a large-scale celebration."
Upon hearing Lin Feng's words, he immediately guessed that this person was not a native cultivator of the Endless Sea. However, unlike Ye Lingya, Zhang Haijian cleverly did not point it out. Instead, he gave an explanation about the two major merchant guilds to help Lin Feng understand their strength.
"Gentlemen, may I speak to you in private?"
The two brothers exchanged a glance and went upstairs to the guest room with Lin Feng. Mo Ye set up a barrier to prevent eavesdroppers.
"According to what you just said, Sect Leader Zhang, even if I don't participate in the war representing any faction, I can still receive the final reward, right?"
Zhang Haijian nodded nervously, not understanding what Lin Feng was trying to say.
“I understand what you mean, but I won’t take this, and I won’t represent the Sea Sword Sect at the Rising Dragon Gate Celebration.”
He sighed regretfully, but Lin Feng's decision was not unexpected.
They're young masters from outside, so it's normal for them to look down on these small sects.
Zhang Haijian was only asking out of wishful thinking; he was disappointed, but he didn't dare lie to Lin Feng.
"Sect Leader Zhang, please don't misunderstand. I'm not participating in the battle on behalf of the Sea Sword Sect. In fact, I'm protecting you."
"Um?"
Zhang Haijian was taken aback, then asked in confusion, "Why does Young Master Lin say that?"
"Two idiots!"
Mo Ye frowned and rebuked, "If I'm not mistaken, aren't the ultimate winners of the previous Dragon Ascension Celebrations all inextricably linked to the two major merchant guilds?"
"This...we really don't know."
Zhang Haijian's heart skipped a beat, and he suddenly realized something, his expression turning much uglier.
"You guys are so stupid." Ling Hong curled his lips. "Merchants are only after profit. How could they let the benefits fall into the hands of others? I felt something was wrong when I entered the venue. After hearing what you said, I think most of the vendors in the celebration are related to the two merchant guilds. This Dragon Ascension Celebration is actually a means for them to make money!"
"What do you mean by having abundant financial resources... I can tell you frankly, during the first Dragon Gate Celebration, the two major chambers of commerce may have invested a lot of money, but now, they don't spend much money on holding celebrations, but rather on their own reputation. As long as they mention the names of the two chambers of commerce, countless people will sign up to participate in the celebration."
"The registration fees, as well as the vendors at the venue, can bring countless riches to the two chambers of commerce."
Ling Hong counted on his fingers and said helplessly, "They say there will be a reward for the first place in the celebration, but it's just a gimmick. In the end, how that reward is given out will also be taken back by them."
"Think about it carefully. If a few dark horses suddenly emerge this year and take away most of the rewards from the two major chambers of commerce, how would they react?"
"What will their reaction be when they hear that these people are acting under the name of the Sea Sword Sect?"
Whoosh!
In an instant, cold sweat soaked through Zhang Haijian's clothes. He wiped the sweat from his forehead and said, trembling, "The two presidents will definitely settle scores with us!"
"That's the point, that's why I said I was protecting you."
Lin Feng said with a smile.
"Thank you for your guidance, young master and young lady! I understand now!"
Zhang Haijian solemnly cupped his hands in thanks, and then said, "But I still hope that you gentlemen can accept these things, as an apology for Qin Fei's offense. I hope Young Master Lin will not refuse!"
He's definitely a shrewd person.
Since he had already said so much, Lin Feng naturally couldn't refuse, so he gladly accepted it. There were some treasures inside, which would be perfect for feeding Little White.
“Brother, Young Master Lin has given us a good warning this time, so we won’t do anything foolish. It’s not appropriate for you to just stand here like this, without saying anything or making any gesture.”
Zhang Haijian suddenly said in a sarcastic tone.
Those apologies were priceless; he had painstakingly gathered them from the entire Sea Sword Sect. If he was the only one who gave them, while the Sea Blade Sect made no contribution, Zhang Haijian couldn't help but feel unbalanced.
Zhang Haidao's expression changed, and he quickly said, "Thank you for your advice, Young Master Lin. We came in a hurry this time, but the apology prepared by my Haidao Sect will be delivered to the inn first thing tomorrow morning!"
"You're too kind."
Lin Feng said it, but he did not refuse.
Why wouldn't you want something that's free?
The following day, Zhang Haidao's apology arrived on time.
"Brother Lin, I inquired about it when I went out this morning!"
Ye Lingya returned to the inn reeking of perfume; it goes without saying where he had been gathering information.
However, it must be said that Ye Lingya was very clever. Hongxianglou was a place frequented by countless martial artists every day, and each girl had seen all sorts of martial artists, in countless numbers. Perhaps some customers knew information that outsiders did not, and unintentionally revealed it to the girls. Then, the girl might blurt it out while serving the next customer. Over time, Hongxianglou became a huge intelligence network.
"In the previous Dragon Gate Festival, not only the champion, but even the top ten were inextricably linked to the two major merchant guilds!"
Ye Lingya's face was very ugly.
Lin Feng could understand him. After all, Ye Lingya came here with the idea of leaving the sect. His original plan was to make a name for himself at the celebration, then go to the Chamber of Commerce to get some cultivation resources. Once he got the cultivation resources, he would never return to the sect and would become a rogue cultivator, living a carefree life in the world.
In his original life trajectory, Ye Lingya did indeed do just that. He won first place in the Rising Dragon Gate Celebration with his strength, and was then targeted by the two major merchant guilds. Later, as Ye Lingya grew stronger, he decisively killed the presidents of the two merchant guilds, seized countless resources, and left the territory of the Crossing Water Sect.
These two major chambers of commerce can be considered as mini-bosses that helped Ye Lingya gain experience in the early stages.
"They're a bunch of fucking bastards!"
Ye Lingya was so angry that he gritted his teeth.
"Brother Lin, what do you suggest we do? If you want to disrupt their plans, then I, Ye Lingya, will follow you. I'll do whatever you say without hesitation!"
In order to steal Ye Lingya's opportunity, Lin Feng will inevitably have to deal with these two major chambers of commerce. However, he doesn't need Ye Lingya to do anything; he just needs to participate in the celebration as usual.
"Just participate normally. We'll deal with whatever comes our way. We're not afraid of two businessmen."
"With Brother Lin's words, I can rest assured!"
Ye Lingya clasped his hands in a fist salute, his expression solemn.
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