NOVEL WEB Chapter 990: A Big Profit
The next day, the events of the Five Mountains Martial Arts Competition spread in all directions, stirring up a storm.
Incredibly, none of the five major families in this region made it into the top ten, not even securing a single spot—a claim many found hard to believe.
Chen Yu arrived at the Chang Family and was settled in a premium cave dwelling, served by servants and maids.
For the past few days, the Chang Family didn't mention anything, allowing Chen Yu to relax.
It seemed they had finally come to a decision.
On this day, the three great elders, led by the White-haired Elder, visited Chen Yu.
"I wonder if Young Friend is comfortable here?"
The White-haired Elder asked with a smile.
"It's much better than the environment at the Yang Family."
Chen Yu replied truthfully.
The three high-ranking members smiled; they had initially thought Chen Yu would act high and mighty, demanding benefits from the Chang Family.
But his attitude was better than expected.
"I've heard that Young Friend Chen comes from another realm. Now that you've left the Yang Family, would you be interested in becoming a member of the Chang Family?"
The White-haired Elder pondered for a moment before proposing.
They didn't dwell much on Chen Yu's origins from a lower realm, fearing it might upset him.
Inviting Chen Yu to join the Chang Family was primarily to secure the quota.
Chen Yu currently had no other place to go, and if they could bring him into the Chang Family, it would greatly aid them in acquiring the quotas.
If Chen Yu became part of the Chang Family, he wouldn't demand excessively, and the Chang Family could maintain some control.
Chen Yu chuckled lightly.
The Chang Family, which had previously opposed him, not only apologized but now wanted him to integrate into their family.
All for the sake of benefits.
Chen Yu chose to come to the Chang Family for his own benefits as well.
So, he wouldn't become a member of the Chang Family, as that would result in greater losses for him while benefiting the Chang Family.
Seeing Chen Yu's lack of interest, the three elders seemed a bit disappointed.
If Chen Yu joined the Chang Family, they wouldn't just get the quota benefits but also acquire a promising young talent.
Unfortunately, the other party wasn't foolish enough to join the Chang Family without a reason.
"How about Young Friend Chen takes on a Guest Elder title at the Chang Family? You could enjoy better resources and benefits."
The White-haired Elder suggested.
A Guest Elder's obligations are minimal and they aren't really considered part of the Chang Family, but the resources and benefits for Guest Elders are better than for all disciples, equivalent to an ordinary elder.
By becoming a Guest Elder of the Chang Family, as long as no contract is signed, Chen Yu could sever ties with them at any time.
"Okay."
Chen Yu thought it wasn't much of a problem and agreed casually.
Seeing Chen Yu agree, the three high-ranking members looked slightly relieved.
Now, with Chen Yu as a Guest Elder, there was at least some relationship between him and the Chang Family.
"Guest Elder Chen's performance in the Five Mountains Martial Arts Competition was extraordinary. Achieving first place, he caught the attention of the high ranks at the Tianhe Sect, securing twenty-two spots—truly a role model for the younger generation of the five major Spiritual Mountains."
A rather young middle-aged elder commented with flattery, his strength being the weakest among the three.
"I wonder how Guest Elder Chen plans to handle those quotas? If there are extras, our Chang Family would like to 'purchase' some."
The White-haired Elder continued.
They had previously been unclear about Chen Yu's stance, taking several days to devise a plan.
They were eager to act on Chen Yu's quotas lest the situation changes later.
"Indeed, I have quite a few extras. I wonder if the Chang Family has the ability to take them all?"
Chen Yu smiled knowingly.
The three elders broke out in a cold sweat, sensing that Chen Yu might demand outrageous terms.
"Guest Elder Chen, feel free to state your price. We'll need to discuss with the Family Head."
The White-haired Elder dared not make the decision alone.
"Fifty thousand top-grade yuan stones per quota."
Chen Yu chuckled.
"Fifty thousand!"
The three elders gasped and remained silent for a long time.
Those were top-grade yuan stones, and even an ordinary mid-stage Star Condensing Realm might not be able to produce that many.
"Guest Elder Chen, isn't fifty thousand top-grade yuan stones per quota a bit too expensive?"
The White-haired Elder furrowed her white brows.
"Is it? I think it's worth the price."
Chen Yu replied earnestly.
"Allow us to discuss with the Family Head and get back to you."
The White-haired Elder said no more.
After the three elders left, Chen Yu couldn't help but laugh aloud.
"Fifty thousand top-grade yuan stones; even with some bargaining, I could at least sell them for forty thousand top-grade yuan stones apiece."
Chen Yu began calculating.
Thinking back in the Great Yu Realm, when Jiuding Palace offended him, he made them compensate him with ten thousand top-grade yuan stones, which nearly caused a fallout with the Palace Master.
At present, Chen Yu had a total of twenty-two quotas. Accounting for himself, three for the King of Fallen Moon, Zou Heng, and Lin Xuefei, there were still eighteen remaining.
"Eighteen quotas, at forty thousand top-grade yuan stones each... Seven hundred and twenty thousand top-grade yuan stones!"
Chen Yu was astonished by the result.
This was quite the windfall.
However, in the main world, with its abundant Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi, the output of yuan stones was high, making the yuan stones in the Great Yu Realm more substantial and valuable.
Even so, this time Chen Yu truly struck it rich.
"The Lin Family's origin is probably extraordinary, giving away quotas of such immense value without concern. It seems a bit too nonchalant."
Of course, this might also be their way of returning a favor.
"It seems the Lin Family is eager to repay their debt."
Chen Yu mused.
He didn't delve too deep.
For now, he waited for the Chang Family's response while staying with them.
He took out a silver crystal stone, gripped it tightly in his palm, and waves of silver ripples expanded layer by layer, sending vibrations into the distant void.
This is precisely the Silver Sky Crystal Stone, a treasure Chen Yu obtained from the Demon Race's trove, which can be used to enhance the understanding of the profound meaning of space.
After a moment of realization.
Chen Yu took out another treasure he acquired from the Demon Race's trove, the Star Origin Pill.
This pill can promote the cultivation of a Condensed Star King, and he had never used it before.
Now that the Five Mountains Martial Meet has passed, whether seeking the Qingyun Emperor or entering the Eight Great Emperor Sects will require formidable strength. With now plenty of free time, Chen Yu plans to take it.
The Star Origin Pill is swallowed, and the efficacy gradually melts away, transforming into threads of starry flows circulating around his body, finally converging into the Primordial Power Star within his dantian.
In his body, besides a complete and dazzling star, there was another slightly dim star cluster.
This is precisely the second Primordial Power Star that Chen Yu is condensing. Once fully successfully condensed, he will be able to step into the Mid-stage Condensed Star.
However, it currently seems a long way off.
Buzz Buzz!
The power of the Star Origin Pill merges into the dim incomplete star cluster.
Chen Yu operates the "Nine Heavens Bright Star Technique," madly absorbing the Heaven and Earth Primordial Qi around him to enhance his cultivation.
Three days later.
The senior members of the Chang Family visited.
Chen Yu ended his seclusion.
He has been advancing in the Condensed Star Realm for some time, advancing steadily, and now taking the Star Origin Pill, the effects are evident in just a few days.
Chen Yu feels that he is not far from the Early-stage Condensed Star Realm Peak.
This time, the visitor was just the White-haired Elder alone.
"Have you thought it over?"
Chen Yu asked with a smile.
"Guest Chen, the price you offered is really a bit high. Even the Chang Family cannot produce that many top-grade yuan stones."
The White-haired Elder wore a troubled expression.
Chen Yu did not take this to heart; if the Chang Family did not seek too much, they could surely produce the Primordial Stones.
"After discussion among the Chang Family's senior members, it is unanimously considered that the price is too high. If it can be reduced to forty thousand, it would be more reasonable."
The White-haired Elder stated their price.
Chen Yu lightly shook his head, saying nothing.
The two talked for a moment.
The White-haired Elder suggested, "Guest Chen holds too many places, and even at forty thousand each, the Chang Family cannot swallow them."
"How about this, the Chang Family will purchase a certain number of places for forty thousand top-grade yuan stones, and for the remaining places, let the Chang Family sell them on behalf of Guest Chen, and guarantee a price above forty-five thousand."
Chen Yu pondered for a while and thought it was not bad.
He had too many places, and the Chang Family couldn't take them all, so he had to distribute some to other families.
If Chen Yu went to negotiate and talk one by one, it would waste a lot of time and also pose certain risks.
Letting the Chang Family handle these matters allowed him to relax a lot and also saved him a labor fee.
Chen Yu agreed.
It was a win-win solution.
"But I have one condition; the Yang Family shouldn't need these places."
As for the other families, Chen Yu had some grudges with the younger generation, which did not affect the cooperation of interests.
"I understand,"
The White-haired Elder nodded.
Next, both parties signed a contract to prevent the Chang Family from privately taking Chen Yu's places.
...
Becoming a guest elder of the Chang Family and having a cooperative interest, the Chang Family had a very good attitude towards Chen Yu.
Chen Yu could feel that the Chang Family had completely let go of their grudges, and even the White-haired Elder's granddaughter, the graceful woman, Chang Yuya, would also calmly chat a few words with Chen Yu when she saw him.
That day, Chang Yuya arrived.
"Guest Chen, here is the information on the Lin Family."
She acted gracefully and poised, placing a booklet down.
In truth, she was a bit puzzled; the Lin Family took such good care of Chen Yu, didn't Chen Yu know about the Lin Family? Why investigate their information?
Chen Yu picked it up and started to browse.
The Lin Family, a peak four-star noble family of the Human Race, a Demigod Family!
Chen Yu's heart couldn't help but be shocked.
The Lin Family was so powerful, even including demigods within!
No wonder the five great families had such respect for the middle-aged man of the Lin Family. Not only was he a senior figure of the Emperor Sect, but the family he belonged to was also so powerful.
"Guest Chen, there are still more than five months until the recruitment time for the disciples of the Eight Great Emperor Sects. Have you decided which sect to choose?"
Chang Yuya asked with a smile.
"I haven't decided yet,"
Chen Yu replied subconsciously.
However, considering the information in front of him, choosing the Tianhe Sect with the protection of the Lin Family is indeed a good choice.
Even if the Tianhe Sect doesn't suit him, his path of cultivation would be much smoother.
"Oh?"
Chang Yuya was somewhat unbelieving, in her view, Chen Yu would definitely choose the Tianhe Sect.
And she herself had made the same choice.
The Tianhe Sect was closer to the Chang Family, and with Chen Yu as a guest elder, protected by the Lin Family, he would definitely find success in entering the Tianhe Sect, and it would also be convenient for him to look after her.
Chen Yu quickly finished browsing the Lin Family information and found there was more content.
"That is the information on the 'Qingyun Emperor' that you wanted."
Chang Yuya watched Chen Yu intently.
Chen Yu ignored her and began reading.
Although the main world had someone called the Qingyun Emperor of the Xuanming Realm, whether it was the one from the Great Yu Realm was still uncertain.
"Qingyun Emperor, colluding with alien races, to atone, guards the 'Chaotic Sea Plain' for a millennium..."
Chen Yu's gaze suddenly changed, becoming solemn.
At the end, it was noted that the Qingyun Emperor originates from a lower plane.
This confirms for Chen Yu that this is indeed the person he is searching for.
"Chaotic Sea Plain..."