Then, Zi Xiao smiled and said, "Don't worry, Mr. Qin, I will do what I say. However, these 7,000 spirit stones are not a small amount, so it will take some time.
So, I will definitely prepare everything for Mr. Qin tomorrow morning, so that he can stay at my humble abode for one night."
This makes sense. After all, seven thousand medium-grade spirit stones are indeed not a small number.
Qin Tian nodded slightly and responded, "Okay, I'll do as you say."
Seeing that Qin Tian agreed, Zi Xiao nodded and smiled gently, "Thank you, Mr. Qin, for your understanding."
Afterwards, Zixiao held a grand banquet, which lasted until the night was as dark as ink, and then the banquet ended.
If you were to ask when it’s easiest to feel lonely, it’s probably the moment when the hustle and bustle suddenly turns quiet.
Everyone dispersed, and in Qin Tian's room, Jade Purity Immortal, Jiufeng, and Hun Dun were also there.
"Master, do you really believe what Zixiao said?" asked Jade Purity Immortal.
Qin Tian replied slowly, "What do you think? I'm afraid Zixiao can no longer enter the city. When we get up tomorrow, I guess there will be a heavy siege."
Hearing this, Jiufeng speculated, "My Lord, do you want to see how many troops Zixiao has? Could it be that you want to recruit them for your own use?"
This was the only thing Jiufeng could guess, and of course, it was correct.
Qin Tian smiled slightly and said, "What else? Unifying the Northern Province requires capital. If there is a ready-made foundation, then it is natural to pick it up. It is always faster than accumulating it bit by bit on your own.
I can be patient, but Yuqing must be impatient! With only three years left, everything must be done quickly, but within that speed, stability is also essential.
Do you think I really want 10,000 mid-grade spirit stones from him? It's just a pretext. If I kill him, why would I need them? Won't they all be mine?"
That's quite true! However, it does sound a bit like banditry.
"My lord, you are wise!" Hun Dun said hurriedly at this moment. His flattery was just right!
In this case, it is natural that Jiufeng and Yuqing Zhenren will look down on him.
However, Hun Dun did not feel embarrassed at all. Besides, what he said was true.
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The sky is vast and the east is white, the sun shines and the clouds part.
The next day, at dawn, Qin Tian and the others got up, and Zi Xiao immediately prepared breakfast. At the table, Zi Xiao said with a pleasant face, "Mr. Qin, there is something I want to discuss with you, but I'm not sure if it's appropriate."
"Just say it!" Qin Tian said slowly.
Hearing this, Zi Xiao smiled slightly, "It's nothing, actually. I just hope that Mr. Qin can stay here in the future. I know that a strong man like Mr. Qin doesn't like to be constrained.
I can guarantee that I will not restrict Mr. Qin, and I can give him 5,000 medium-grade spirit stones as a reward every year. How about that?"
Zixiao’s words were the same as Qin Tian expected. Of course, this was only one of his requirements. If Qin Tian did not agree, there would naturally be other demands.
"What if I don't want to?" Qin Tian asked back.
At this moment, Zixiao's expression turned cold, and his voice became serious and cold. "If that's the case, I'm afraid the remaining 7,000 mid-grade spirit stones cannot be given to Mr. Qin. Moreover, Mr. Qin and the others are not allowed to stay in Liangzhou from now on."
How domineering! He is ready to destroy the bridge after crossing it!
Qin Tian's expression remained unchanged as he stared at Zi Xiao with a slightly disdainful smile, "What if you still refuse?"
After saying this, Zi Xiao couldn't help but sigh, and said slowly with a rather sanctimonious look, "Originally, I was able to sit on the position of city lord, all thanks to Mr. Qin, this is a great favor!
"Unless it's absolutely necessary, we will never resort to violence against Mr. Qin. However, if Mr. Qin cannot agree to one of the first two demands, then we will have no choice but to send him on his way."
Hearing Zixiao say this, Jiufeng's face turned terribly cold. Without waiting for Qin Tian to say anything, he shouted angrily, "You are looking for death!"
"Really?" Zixiao looked at Jiufeng with a playful look, "I know your abilities and cultivation levels, but since I dare to say this, I must have made preparations."
After saying that, Zixiao threw the teacup in front of him to the ground. This was a signal!
The moment the cup fell to the ground, a group of burly soldiers in armor rushed into the house, each of them exuding a strong murderous aura.
Zi Xiao smiled triumphantly, "Mr. Qin, what do you think? You can consider what I just said.
Don't even think about resisting. No matter how high your cultivation is, can you defeat an army of 200,000 elite soldiers? "
Two hundred thousand elite soldiers! ?
No wonder Zixiao is so confident. It turns out that he has the support of these 200,000 troops. It is true. Although Qin Tian and others have high cultivation, they are likely to die under the siege of 200,000 elite soldiers.
Qin Tian showed no sign of panic and asked with a smile, "The army is outside, and you and I are only a few steps away from each other in this hall. Killing you is as easy as pie!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Qin Tian released his divine power, and a sword energy pierced directly towards Zixiao.
At this moment, Qin Tian was determined to kill. Everything was clear. The 200,000-strong army was Zixiao's secret.
However, facing Qin Tian's sword, Zixiao did not dodge, nor did he show any fear.
When the sword energy was still two meters away from Zixiao, a layer of light golden spiritual power emerged and actually blocked Qin Tian's sword energy.
Looking at this scene, Qin Tian was not surprised at all. At this moment, Qin Tian and others were wrapped in a semicircular light golden spiritual power and trapped in it.
"Haha~" Zixiao laughed triumphantly, "How about it? This is what I prepared early in the morning, specifically to deal with you.
I understand the principle of capturing the leader first. By the time you break through this aura, two hundred thousand elite soldiers will have completely surrounded you, and you won't be able to escape even if you have wings."
The more he spoke, the more proud Zixiao looked, and he seemed very satisfied with his masterpiece.
In the aura, Jade Purity Immortal frowned slightly, "This aura is very strong. I'm afraid it must have taken a lot of mid-grade spirit stones, but it's not difficult to break it.
As long as we work together, we can break it open, but it will consume a lot of spiritual energy. After that, we will face those 200,000 elite soldiers and I am afraid we won’t even be able to escape.”
Hearing this, Zixiao smiled and said, "Very smart, you are absolutely right."
After a pause, Zixiao turned his gaze to Qin Tian again. "He who knows the current situation is a hero. I'll give you one more chance. Think it over before answering."
In fact, Zixiao really didn't want to kill Qin Tian and others. The best result would be to submit to him, then he would be even more powerful.
Qin Tian did not answer him, but asked, "Raising 200,000 elite soldiers, it seems your father is quite ambitious!
No wonder, you clearly had the opportunity to let others leave the city and recall the army, but you didn't do it. Are you afraid of making things difficult for others?
In such a situation, you still managed to keep your composure. I have to say, you are very cunning and scheming. Your father must have died at your hands!"
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