Chapter 453

May I have a look at the fourth‑grade advanced Psychic Weapon?

Jiang Cheng looked at the man.

Even though his purse is tight, it doesn't stop him from taking a look and broadening his knowledge.

Sure.

The man was slightly startled, then immediately agreed.

The image on the screen shifted, and more Psychic Weapons appeared in view.

The Psychic Weapons in front appeared one by one, while those behind showed up as a set containing several pieces.

Jiang Cheng scrolled to the back, where the final set of Psychic Weapons, worth 100,000 Contribution Points, comprised ten items, each shaped like a curved blade.

Their size is roughly that of an adult's palm, but each weighs close to two hundred jin—far beyond what an ordinary person could lift. The most impressive part is that these ten throwing knives can be combined into a flying wheel.

They can be combined from two up to three, four, five, all the way to ten.

If all ten throwing knives are combined, they can even bypass levels to kill an opponent!

A flash of heat appeared in Jiang Cheng's eyes.

This is the Psychic Weapon he wants most.

"Director Jiang, are you interested in this set of Psychic Weapons?"

The man asked with genuine interest.

"I am quite interested, but unfortunately, I don't have enough Contribution Points."

Jiang Cheng let out a light sigh, "Could you please switch to the fourth‑grade intermediate Psychic Weapon for me?"

As a Grandmaster, having no weapon on him is indeed problematic.

Since the Contribution Points are insufficient, I'll just buy a comparable set of Psychic Weapons for now.

"Director Jiang, being new here, it's normal to lack Contribution Points, and this set of Psychic Weapons isn't cheap either."

He didn't comply; instead, his smile widened. "Come to think of it, Director Jiang has only been here two months, yet he's already amassed 30,000 Contribution Points. That pace is faster than most of us."

"Considering that, I'm willing to offer Director Jiang an interest‑free loan; we'll front the missing Contribution Points, and you can repay them later."

Jiang Cheng was taken aback, not expecting it, but upon reflection it made sense. However, an 80,000 Contribution Point loan translates to eight hundred million yuan—a far from trivial sum.

"If it were the academy, they probably couldn't provide such a large amount, right?"

"Hahaha."

The man laughed heartily: "No wonder you're Director Jiang; you quickly grasped the key point. Indeed, the academy does offer interest‑free loans, but the limits are tight—at most three years' salary, plus a lot of paperwork. The whole process takes anywhere from ten days to half a month. However, Director Jiang is a special case. In fact, if you agree, the Gao family can outright purchase this set of Psychic Weapons and present it to you."

"Gao family?"

Jiang Cheng's pupils suddenly contracted as he stared at the man before him.

"Indeed, the Gao family."

The man's smile softened: "Our ancestors of the Gao family were also a Supreme strongman who perished in a battle decades ago. We followed the Big Chief, came here, and founded Hope City. The academy's establishment also owes credit to the Gao family, and we have always overseen the Logistics Department."

"However, you needn't overthink it. Though we manage the Logistics Department, in all these years there hasn't been any troublemaker; otherwise, not even the Big Chief, let alone Principal Xu, would have let us stay."

"I see."

Jiang Cheng nodded.

I told you, a lucrative department like Logistics can't escape being claimed by the families of Hope City.

Even behind Principal Xu Juan, there stands a Xu family.

"Yes, so I can offer you a loan of 100,000 Contribution Points; I have full authority, and even the gift we mentioned earlier would be no problem."

Gao Fei paused, then said, "I know your mind must be full of doubts right now—why are we doing this?" "Indeed."

Jiang Cheng nodded.

"It's simple. The first and most important reason is that we see great potential in you. Your Alchemy Technique level is known throughout the academy; even if we give you a large loan, we are confident you can repay it."

"The second reason is that I personally admire you."

"Admire… admire me?"

Jiang Cheng's hair stood on end.

"Don't misunderstand; I have no other intention."

Gao Fei, unable to laugh or cry, said, "It's just the literal meaning. Everyone in the academy knows about your confrontation with Sun Bo in the Conference Room; many think it's your fault, but I disagree. I think you have personality and principles. If anyone tries to break your principles—even a Vice‑Principal—they shouldn't be allowed. That makes me feel that cultivating a good relationship with someone like you has no downside."

"Of course, there's another point—you could find out if you investigate."

Gao Fei shrugged, "Our Gao family has had some unpleasant incidents with the Sun family, so the conflict you had with Sun Bo makes you a target for us to win over."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Cheng understood everything.

Indeed, wherever there are people, there are conflicts—even Hope City is no exception.

However, he didn't want to take a loan just for a single fourth‑grade advanced Psychic Weapon and end up owing a favor.

Let alone accepting a gratuitous gift from others.

"Thank you for the kindness, but I'll just purchase a fourth‑grade intermediate Psychic Weapon set. When my Contribution Points are sufficient, I'll later buy a higher‑grade Psychic Weapon."

"Alright."

A hint of disappointment flashed in Gao Fei's eyes.

He had originally thought that if Jiang Cheng agreed, he could also give him the first two or three layers of the Pagoda Visualization Method, after all, doing good deeds to the end, sending blessings far and wide.

In that case, Jiang Cheng would surely become even more grateful in his heart.

Unfortunately, Jiang Cheng truly is quite individualistic.

In the end, Jiang Cheng chose a set of fourth‑grade intermediate Flying Shuttles, three in number, priced exactly at 20,000 Contribution Points.

After swiping the card, the remaining balance was only 400 Contribution Points.

That's his salary—200 Contribution Points per month.

"Director Jiang."

Watching Jiang Cheng turn and leave, Gao Fei shouted from behind: "If you change your mind, you can come find me here anytime; even if I'm not here, you can have someone get in touch with me."

"I understand."

Jiang Cheng replied with a sentence.

Although he had no such intention in his heart, after all, free things are the most expensive.

But since it's something that ought to be said, the other person also meant well; outright refusing would also be not good.

"He's really an interesting fellow."

Watching Jiang Cheng go, Gao Fei's mouth curled up slightly.

He could be sure that in just a few days, Jiang Cheng would definitely come back to find him, because if having a Visualization Diagram alone allowed cultivation, what would be the point of the Visualization Method? "Young man, you're still too young."

Thinking of this, he shook his head.

(End of chapter)