Chapter 34

Half a month ago, Wei Changfeng was no different from a beggar on the street in his heart. If he encountered him, he would even disdain to step on him, wishing that this person would never exist.

But now, with the identity of the chief disciple of the library, he couldn't help but feel a bit wary and jealous of Wei Changfeng!

Since trying to get close was useless, he simply pulled a cold smile and said, "Wei Changfeng, do you think you can remain a disciple for much longer? You probably don't know, but many disciples have died at the hands of that master!"

The library certainly hasn't always lacked disciples, but those who died or ran away all had a direct connection to Ouyang Feng. Otherwise, the position of chief disciple wouldn't have fallen to Wei Changfeng.

Wei Changfeng knew that Ouyang Feng had killed many academy disciples, but the reason wasn't the latter's madness; it was because those disciples intended to steal the cultivation techniques and secret manuals from the library, including a few disciples who had betrayed their trust.

Therefore, Wei Changfeng didn't take Wei Yiping's intimidation to heart; instead, he saw through his ill intentions and didn't bother wasting words.

Wei Yiping mistook Wei Changfeng's silence for fear, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes as he continued, "I'll tell you one more thing. Just yesterday, Hao Xiong broke through to the Sixth Level of Body Tempering!"

The Sixth Level of Body Tempering!

This news was truly unknown to Wei Changfeng, and it moved him somewhat.

The Ninth Level of Body Tempering, each level higher than the last, the gap in strength between him and Hao Xiong had widened even further!

But Wei Changfeng's fighting spirit didn't waver in the slightest.

If he didn't have a will as firm as a rock, he wouldn't have become the alchemy god who dominated the Myriad Ancient Continent. Since he had signed the life-and-death contract, there was no turning back.

So what was the point of regret? What was the point of fear?

Wei Yiping looked at Wei Changfeng, a faint sneer curling at the corner of his lips.

He waved his hand, and the two attendants behind him immediately left the room, closing the door tightly.

Wei Changfeng's eyes flashed, and he said in a deep voice, "Just say what you want to say!"

He had no patience to continue playing along with this treacherous and vicious man, so he decided to be straightforward.

Wei Yiping smiled contemptuously and said, "Actually, whether you live or die has nothing to do with me. I'd be happier if you died, but my father wants me to save your life."

Wei Deyou?

Wei Changfeng was a bit surprised, never expecting that his heartless father would still remember him.

Wei Yiping continued, "Blood is thicker than water. Since Father has spoken, I can't be a disobedient son."

Wei Changfeng's expression remained unchanged. "I've already signed the life-and-death contract."

"Contracts are dead things, but people are alive. As long as you pay the price, breaking this contract isn't a problem!"

Wei Yiping said proudly, "If I step in, Hao Xiong will agree!"

Wei Changfeng asked in a deep voice, "What price do I need to pay?"

Wei Yiping lowered his voice. "What you need to do is very simple. Just go to the fifth floor of the library, find a book, and bring it back to me!"

Wei Changfeng couldn't help but laugh. "Wei Yiping, do you think I'm stupid? If I steal a cultivation technique or secret manual from the library, will Elder Ouyang let me off? Will the academy let me off?"

Wei Yiping seemed to have anticipated Wei Changfeng's response and answered without hesitation, "As long as you're careful, it won't be a problem. This matter is known only to heaven, earth, you, and me. If we don't say anything, who else will know?"

"Elder Ouyang won't know. There are tens of thousands of books in the library. Can he remember them all in his madness? If you're worried, you can find an excuse to leave the library after the deed is done."

He paused, emphasizing his words. "Additionally, I'll have my mother allocate a shop to you. This way, your mother won't have to suffer anymore. Isn't that a win-win?"

Hearing this, Wei Changfeng had to admit that Wei Yiping was a skilled speaker. If he were in his predecessor's shoes, he might have been convinced.

But he wasn't the weak and incompetent youth of his predecessor!

"Are you done?"

Wei Changfeng placed the empty teacup on the table and said coolly, "If you're done, please leave!"

Wei Yiping never expected that all his efforts would fail to move Wei Changfeng.

In anger, his face turned fierce. "Wei Changfeng, do you really think I owe you? If it weren't for Father..."

"Do you think I believe your words?"

Wei Changfeng looked at Wei Yiping with pity. "I know you too well. In terms of character, Wei Chengye is a hundred times better than you!"

In the memories left by his predecessor, there were many stories about Wei Yiping. Some things his predecessor might not have understood, but Wei Changfeng could easily see through them.

This man was a venomous snake!

In comparison, although Wei Chengye was a wastrel, he had never maliciously bullied his mother and siblings.

Crack!

Wei Yiping crushed the teacup in his hand, the fine white porcelain powder falling through his fingers.

He growled, "Wei Changfeng, are you really courting death?"

"My fate is in my hands, not in the heavens!"

Wei Changfeng stood up and said firmly, "If you want me dead, come at me!"

At that moment, Wei Changfeng's soul and the memories of his predecessor merged completely. He could clearly feel the predecessor's thoughts, the anger, helplessness, and despair!

"Good! Good! Good!"

Wei Yiping's face turned ashen as he stood up, repeating the word "good" three times, each one heavier than the last.

He stared at Wei Changfeng's face and said in a sinister voice, "My fate is in my hands, not in the heavens. Well said. I hope you can still say that on the life-and-death arena."

"By then, I wonder what your old mother and your two sisters will use to bury you."

"Get out!" Wei Changfeng shouted angrily.

"Master!"

The two attendants outside immediately pushed open the door, glaring at Wei Changfeng.

"Ha ha ha!"

Wei Yiping laughed loudly, turned his head, and said, "It's fine, let's go!"

Bang!

The next moment, the door was slammed shut.

Wei Changfeng sat back down on the stool, his anger and agitation gradually fading.

At this point, more anger and agitation were useless. Only by becoming stronger could he ignore all the evil spirits!

He absolutely didn't regret confronting Wei Yiping, because the latter's seemingly well-intentioned proposal definitely contained ulterior motives and was not worth any trust!

Once he calmed down, Wei Changfeng took the things he had prepared and left his room.

When he walked out of Jingyun Academy, night had just fallen.

The lights of Jingyun City were as bustling and lively as ever, with shops on both sides of the main street doing brisk business, especially the restaurants and taverns, which were filled with people.

Wei Changfeng arrived at the Four Seas Pavilion.

The Four Seas Pavilion was the top merchant in Jingyun City, not owned by any of the five major families of Jingyun, but by the famous Four Seas Chamber of Commerce of the Myriad Ancient Continent.

It was said that in the Myriad Ancient Continent, every decent city had a branch of the Four Seas Pavilion, with business reaching all four seas!

Of course, the Four Seas Pavilion had an excellent reputation. This branch in Jingyun had four floors, dealing in weapons, elixirs, spiritual materials, and jewelry.

However, the items sold inside were all very expensive, and ordinary people dared not easily step inside.

This was Wei Changfeng's first visit to the Four Seas Pavilion, but he wasn't there to buy anything.

"Welcome, honored guest, to the Four Seas Pavilion!"

As he stepped into the Four Seas Pavilion, a bright-eyed and fair-skinned attendant greeted him with a smile. "May I ask what the young master needs?"

Although Wei Changfeng was dressed simply, the attendant showed no contempt, her attitude sincere and warm, making him feel like he was basking in a gentle breeze.

Wei Changfeng said straightforwardly, "I have something to sell. Please have the manager take a look."

The Four Seas Pavilion both sold and bought items, accepting anything of value, except for black market goods of unknown origin.

To be honest, Wei Changfeng was very familiar with the Four Seas Pavilion, but it was the one from a thousand years ago. Back then, he sold many of his elixirs to the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce in exchange for various top-quality materials.

The once powerful sects and major factions had all vanished, but the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce had continued for a thousand years, and its business was clearly even bigger now, making Wei Changfeng feel a sense of nostalgia.

The attendant nodded without hesitation. "Please wait a moment, young master. I'll fetch the manager."

On the first floor of the Four Seas Pavilion, there were dedicated tea seats. As soon as Wei Changfeng sat down with his bundle, someone brought him a fragrant cup of tea, the service very attentive.

Just as Wei Changfeng lifted the teacup, a middle-aged man with a pleasant smile approached.

He clasped his hands and said, "I am Manager Wan Haoming of the Four Seas Pavilion. Nice to meet you, young master!"

Wei Changfeng didn't stand up, putting down the teacup and smiling slightly. "The three surnames of the Four Seas, are you from the Wan family?"

The middle-aged man's face changed, and he asked in a deep voice, "May I ask the young master's esteemed name?"

If his previous attitude was polite but reserved, after Wei Changfeng's question, his tone became more respectful and cautious, and the way he looked at him changed.

Wei Changfeng smiled. "I am surnamed Wei. Manager Wan, please sit down and talk."

The three surnames of the Four Seas referred to the three major families that controlled the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce: the Wan, Long, and Dugu families.

These three families were extremely low-key but had a profound foundation. Outsiders didn't even know they were the true rulers of the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce.

Wei Changfeng only learned about these secrets because of his significant business dealings with the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce in the past.

He didn't know if the Four Seas Chamber of Commerce was still the same after a thousand years, so he probed the other party.

From Wan Haoming's reaction, Wei Changfeng guessed that some secrets were still secrets!

This made him secretly relieved.