Chapter 75

So, Xu Deng pretended to be foolish and feigned amnesia, deliberately omitting the conversation just now.

However, the gold bag Xu Deng slipped to Qin Yu contained twice the original bet, and he didn’t mention this either.

Of course, Xu Deng still felt somewhat indebted to Qin Yu, so he finally gave him a Bright Jade Talisman.

This talisman would allow Qin Yu to enjoy a 50% discount on all purchases from the Merchant Family’s shops, even after the Shennong Auction ended.

From this perspective, Qin Yu would earn much more than just a little in the future.

To enhance his strength, he would need various heavenly treasures, secret manuals, and spiritual medicines; to support his army, he would need grain, supplies, weapons, and horses.

The Merchant Family could provide all these at half price.

It could be said that this was more than adequate compensation.

However, the premise was that he had saved Xu Deng’s life!

Qin Yu himself didn’t remember how much everyone had bet, and he underestimated the Cold Ice Snow Ginseng Pills. As for his future relationship with the Merchant Family, he was still quite confused. Therefore, he was easily fooled by Xu Deng.

Ignorance is bliss!

When Qin Yu turned around, Zhao Song had already memorized and digested the spear technique he had taught, and was now smiling at him.

"Do you know you were tricked by Xu Deng?"

"Ah?" Qin Yu was still feeling proud, but hearing Zhao Song’s words, he was taken aback. He weighed the bag of gold in his hand and asked doubtfully, "What... I think Mr. Xu is a generous person and wouldn’t trick a child like me, right?"

Zhao Song nodded: "From another perspective, it can also be considered a fair trade."

He took out two yellow jade bottles from his pocket.

"These are the Nine Flower Perpetual Dan I’m giving you, in exchange for your Seven Stars Reflecting the Moon Spear Technique."

"I can’t accept them!" Qin Yu firmly refused. "Uncle Zhao, that spear technique is a token of gratitude for your help, really, I don’t need them!"

Without Zhao Song, most of the people on Laojun Mountain would probably have met a tragic end today—Mr. Lai De was indeed a despicable grandmaster with no sense of honor.

Qin Yu estimated that even if he could escape, he would at least be injured.

In a sense, Zhao Song had saved his life!

The Seven Stars Reflecting the Moon Spear Technique was worth it.

When Zhang Jin suddenly started chatting with Lai De, trying to form a sinister alliance, Qin Yu immediately realized his dangerous situation.

He promptly recalled the deal between Zhao Song and Xu Deng.

Zhao Song’s request was very high; there were few spear techniques he hadn’t seen. Although the Merchant Family was powerful, it wasn’t certain they could obtain one or two. Even Zhao Song himself probably didn’t expect to get them in a short time.

However, for Qin Yu, this was relatively simple. He had several high-quality spear techniques that could suppress the fortunes of entire sects, and the shortest-lived of these sects had been extinct for fifty years.

The chances of Zhao Song not having seen them were very high.

So, he mustered all his strength and said a few words to Zhao Song: "Seven Stars Reflecting the Moon Spear!" to interrupt Zhang Jin’s conversation.

He kept his words brief, prepared to continue if necessary, naming other spear techniques. These techniques were so distinctive that at least one would interest Zhao Song.

He didn’t expect that these few words would so strongly stimulate Zhao Song, who immediately jumped up and challenged Zhang Jin in a frenzy.

"Otherwise, if I hadn’t acted in time, I wouldn’t have been able to protect myself, let alone my disciple. So, I was saving myself, which doesn’t count. Moreover, this spear technique has greatly inspired me. If I go into seclusion for a year, I might have a chance to advance." Zhao Song wouldn’t accept any refusal and threw the jade bottles to Sima Yin.

Sima Yin understood and grabbed Qin Yu’s sleeve, but seeing he was holding gold, he couldn’t take the bottles. He turned to Xi Zhilan and said, "Xiao Lan, you keep these two bottles of pills for Xiao Yu."

Xi Zhilan laughed, "Sure thing!" and took them without hesitation, storing them away.

"These two bottles of pills are for saving lives; each bottle contains only one pill. One bottle could probably be exchanged for a Snow Treading Beast, and the other, with a little extra, might get you the Ying Bu Divine Spear. Xiao Lan, don’t let anyone trick you again!" Sima Yin reminded her with a smile.

"Are they that valuable?" Xi Zhilan was somewhat surprised.

"Of course, things that can save lives are always a bit more expensive!" Zhao Song was in a good mood and explained a bit.

Qin Yu shrugged, "If I get them, it’s my luck; if I don’t, it’s my fate! I’m not the type to be too calculating."

However, Xu Deng was essentially a big businessman!

Qin Yu remembered this clearly.

He casually handed the leather bag of gold to Xi Zhilan.

"Here, take it."

"Oh!" Xi Zhilan easily caught it, not feeling its weight at all.

Zhao Song stood up and said, "Yin, let’s go!"

Sima Yin waved to Qin Yu and Xi Zhilan, "See you tomorrow."

The master and disciple left.

Zhang Ren walked over with a smile.

Qin Yu noticed something was off; the thing in his hand was clearly Xu Deng’s golden crossbow!

"How did you get that?"

Zhang Ren smiled, "Xiao Die gave it to me secretly before she left, saying it was a gift from Grand Commander Qin."

Qin Yu’s eyes widened.

Oh, my brother-in-law can play the long game!

Looking at Zhang Ren, he was clearly very satisfied and pleased.

X, this little guy even talks about changing girlfriends. Where can you find another such a devoted and wealthy woman? Even if she’s a few years older, I won’t allow him to change.

"Can you use it?" These delicate toys usually require some skill to control, unlike the crude and heavy ones that require less technique.

"Piece of cake!" Zhang Ren skillfully touched the sword scabbard and plucked the crossbow string.

Alright, I forgot this guy is a "bowman."

"Second Master, with this crossbow, I can help you deal with Dark Realm experts, really!" Zhang Ren was a bit hurt; Qin Yu had refused his help earlier, which seriously damaged the young man’s self-esteem. "At least if I hide behind you and aim, Xiao Die won’t stand a chance!"

Ah? Qin Yu gave him a light tap on the head.

"You’re really heartless! How can you speak so harshly about Xiao Die, who treats you so well?"

"Master, that’s not what I meant... I mean, this crossbow can penetrate the protective aura of Dark Realm experts. I can handle one at Xiao Die’s level."

"Under my cover?" Qin Yu mocked, but he couldn’t help looking at the golden crossbow in Zhang Ren’s hand. Was the improvement really that significant just by changing to a small purple outfit?

Zhang Ren’s external skills were excellent, with great flexibility and strength, which formed the foundation of his superb and stable archery. However, he was still at the Bright Realm level and couldn’t withstand the pressure of Dark Realm experts. This trip to Shennongjia had encountered nothing but Dark Realm experts, making Zhang Ren seem weak and vulnerable.

"Let’s try it out." Zhang Ren held the golden crossbow and shook his fist.

"Alright, I get it! I think you’ll have a chance to show your skills soon." Qin Yu smiled mysteriously.

"Yuge! Yuge!" Xi Zhilan suddenly shouted from a distance.

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