Chapter 70

Many guests had obtained the auction exhibits, some came empty-handed, and they left one after another.

"I didn't expect the All Gods to forfeit, making it a bargain for the world, the third throne..." Zhang Fan sighed.

Because of Xiao Feng, they also felt no fondness for the World Guild.

Li Li shook his head, saying, "I don't think it's that simple. Shen Di is an extremely forceful person; with so much money, he wouldn't just give up easily."

Xiao Feng and Zhang Fan weren't very familiar with the leaders of the major forces, but Li Li was different; his lifelong hobby was "wandering the martial world," and he knew all the various factions and experts in this online game's martial world like the back of his hand.

He even had his own little intelligence network!

Hearing this, Xiao Feng couldn't help but think, "Could it be... the All Gods' people have already issued a garrison order, Shen Di suddenly received news just now, and then gave up the bidding?"

"Possible!" Zhang Fan and Li Li nodded at the same time.

As the three were discussing, someone walked over to him.

"Li Ergou, you're doing not bad, climbing up to the high branch of the number one god?"

The person who came was Zhu Long, the Guild President of the Dragon Soul Guild.

The "Li Ergou" he called was Li Li's former name; among the three, only Li Li was fairly familiar with him.

Hearing this, Li Li let out a light hum and said, "What do you mean by climbing a high branch? Lao Xiao is naturally my brother; if it weren't for him being unavailable last time, I would have beaten you to death!"

Zhu Long laughed, saying, "Then I really regret missing the chance to be beaten to death."

"No need to regret; I can beat you to death now!" Li Li said angrily.

Xiao Feng felt helpless.

Lao Li this guy is also vengeful; although the previous grudges have been settled, he still can't help arguing when they meet.

"Guild President Zhu Long, nice to meet you." He took the initiative to greet.

Zhu Long shook hands with him, showing an appreciative expression, and said, "Xiao Dashen, I've heard of your deeds; the Invincible Under Heaven guild has over twenty thousand members, all educated by you alone—just thinking about it is unbelievable. Hearing the announcement that you defeated a level 200 mythic boss just now scared us all."

"Hah, just luck; actually there's not much technical skill." Xiao Feng said modestly.

"Luck is also part of strength. Xiao Dashen, I see you three haven't joined a guild yet; have you considered finding a place to settle down?"

Zhu Long suddenly extended an invitation, setting the conditions: "Our Dragon Soul Guild also has some reputation domestically. Given that you three are hidden-class professionals, if you join, I can decide to pay you a monthly salary of 100,000, without restricting your freedom, as long as you show up for large-scale team battles."

Upon hearing this, the phrase "wealthy and imposing" instantly appeared in the minds of Xiao Feng and the other two.

You don't have to do anything; just be present during large-scale battles, and you'll earn 100,000 each month!

This is just like a pie falling from the sky.

After all, large-scale team battles in the game don't happen often—maybe only once or twice a month.

Who would refuse to earn that much money from just one or two fights?

No normal person would!

But… the people he sought out were Xiao Feng and Li Li.

Xiao Feng apologetically said, "President Chulong's warm invitation moves us, but I personally have no intention of joining any force for now; we can talk later if the chance arises."

Li Li directly refused: "What are you thinking? My goal is to kill you, this big hedgehog, with a single mouthful of poisonous milk—how could I possibly become your subordinate?"

Seeing both partners refuse, Zhang Fan naturally shook his head and politely declined.

A salary of 100,000 would have made their hearts race and had them eagerly joining Dragon Soul before.

But times have changed; Xiao Feng is no longer short of money, and the value of the items Li Li and Zhang Fan have received from him already exceeds millions.

Even if this salary is very tempting, they would not lightly choose it.

Not joining a big guild, playing freely, has always been their consensus!

For three years of college, it's always been this way!

"'Well, what a pity.' Chulong sighed."

"'But if there's a chance later, I still hope we can cooperate. Xiao Feng, the great god's charm fills me with immense admiration~'"

Xiao Feng humbly said: "President Chulong flatters me."

"'Add me as a friend!'"

The two added each other as friends, after which Chulong led his people away.

Most people had left the auction hall; when Xiao Feng and his two companions were leaving, the God of Wealth personally came to see them off.

This auction earned the Treasure Merchant Association a tidy sum; as a supplier, Xiao Feng naturally received full hospitality.

After a round of pleasantries, the game time had passed nearly 30 minutes.

Xiao Feng and his two companions left the Treasure Merchant Association, preparing to log off.

"'Old Xiao, you've struck it rich this time—you gotta treat us to a good meal!' Li Li chuckled, not missing the chance to fleece a rich man."

Xiao Feng boldly said: "No problem! But to avoid wasting too much time offline for game progress, let's eat near the school instead of going to some big hotel."

Zhang Fan suggested: "Isn't there a seafood buffet off-campus? 158 per person—I think that's pretty good."

"'158? For three people that's just over four hundred—too cheap for Old Xiao! No way, we gotta invite more, bring the classmates and Dun Dun too!' Li Li declared, determined not to let Xiao Feng off the hook for a meal."

Hearing this, Xiao Feng quickly shook his head: "We shouldn't go around bragging about getting rich in the game, lest the news leak and draw envy. Besides, there are many enemies in the game; if someone seeks revenge offline, it could be dangerous. As for Dun Dun… if you want to invite her, go ahead—I don't mind treating an extra person. But let me say this upfront: we eat, we don't drink, and we won't bully the little girl."

"'Damn, am I that kind of person? I just wanted to meet up with my game teammates face-to-face!' Li Li said resentfully, feeling his personality insulted."

The three agreed, and Li Li asked Dun Dun if she wanted to join them for a meal.

The result was a cold refusal; the underclassman said she's shy, and maybe later if the chance arises.

Left with no choice, the three dorm brothers ended up eating by themselves.

Just as the three were about to log off, a broadcast announcement suddenly sounded.

"'Warzone Announcement: Guild 【All Gods】 successfully completed the garrison construction application task, receiving special approval from the Lord of Long Xue Cheng to build! As the third guild in this warzone to construct a garrison, all members receive double experience on garrison tasks for three days (game time), and the difficulty of the first garrison defense battle is reduced to 75%."

"'Warzone Announcement…'"

"'Warzone Announcement…'"

Upon this news, many players in the game erupted in excitement.

Third one, third one!

It's actually from Dragon Country again! Dragon Country players are absolutely crazy!

Conquest, Dragon Soul, and Gods—these are probably the three major guilds of the future in 'All Heavens'!

Domestically and abroad, countless players were shocked by the announcement.

Just as Xiao Feng and the three were about to log off, hearing this, they all burst out laughing.

Awesome, awesome, Shen Di truly lives up to his name—he actually snatched the application ahead of Invincible Under Heaven!

Invincible Under Heaven spent 50 million, yet couldn't even snatch an announcement—this round they're probably so angry they'll vomit blood.

Tragic, really tragic. If I were Invincible Under Heaven, I'd have an undying feud with Shen Di for life!

Hahaha~

The three laughed nonstop.

Meanwhile, at another location, the Cheng Zhu Fu of Stormwind City, Invincible Under Heaven and a few companions rushed in a panic to the city lord, preparing to submit the final mission item.

Suddenly struck by this announcement, they all went dumbfounded.

What's going on? Gods???

Impossible, this is impossible!

Why, why is this like this? Shen Di was just bidding, how could he establish a stronghold so fast?

Could… could his withdrawal be because…

Damn, it pisses me off! Damned Gods, I'll never let them off!

Fuck! Pull enemies, directly pull enemies! From now on, when we meet Gods in the wild, see one, kill one!

A group of people were furious beyond control.

Invincible Under Heaven's face changed drastically, from shock to anger, then from anger to helplessness, finally turning livid and shifting into deep silence.

He submitted the mission item, and the stronghold construction application succeeded.

The 100,000 guild members all received news of the stronghold's successful construction and the coordinates.

The city lord will send artisans to the designated spot to help with construction, which can be completed within 24 hours.

But……

No battle zone announcement, no extra rewards, and no benefits whatsoever.

Nothing at all.

Even the difficulty of the stronghold defense battle is 100% full strength!

Sigh……

Many people sighed silently.

Originally, they should have been the first guild to establish a stronghold.

But now……