[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-secret-buyer":3,"chapter-secret-buyer-secret-buyer-chapter-176":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Secret Buyer",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1758851,2324,"Chapter 176 - 140: Borrowing Power and Influence, Trapped in a Bind!","secret-buyer-chapter-176",176,"\u003Cp>He nodded as usual:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Sister Shen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kong Dongyan spoke with a smile:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Meeting by chance is fate. Our place isn’t far from here. If Brother Zhang doesn’t mind, why not come to our place for a chat?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng appeared thoughtful, quickly nodding:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As I wish.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was indeed his intention to start the conversation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The words of the elder upon leaving seemed to hint at some action tonight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being by the side of a Grandmaster naturally ensured much more safety.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If anything were to happen, with Shen Baobao as backup, it could hold out until Hu Zhongli arrives!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao didn’t object either, feeling a bit curious about this young man Kong Dongyan praised without end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other seemed to have a deep connection with the Western Sect...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three of them smiled knowingly at one another and walked out of the Governance Building side by side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, it was late at night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Distinguished guests had already left by hovercar, leaving the streets not dark.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Temporary dispatched enforcement teams were spread around various locations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked up and glanced at the moon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moon curving again and again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not far now,\" Kong Dongyan spoke timely, pointing at a large hotel nearby. It’s just two streets ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Very close.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng felt slightly relieved, following Kong Dongyan and Shen Baobao casually:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Sister Shen, Brother Kong, why have you two come to Chongyang this time?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kong Dongyan answered offhandedly:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh, this? Our master received an invitation from an old friend but couldn’t attend, so we are here on his behalf.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused and then lowered his voice to add:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Also, there’s a rumor going around the sects saying the Sea-Stabilizing Divine Needle Iron is in this city, though its truth is unknown.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng pondered; there’s over an eighty percent chance his ancestor aims for Ascension to God,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The so-called Dimensional Overlap Point might have been manufactured by them using the Sea-Stabilizing Divine Needle Iron.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng suspected this rumor circulating among various sects might have been released by his ancestor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Western Sect couldn’t have done such a stupid thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wouldn’t it only be his ancestor?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Of course, it could also be an enemy of his ancestor—but if that were the case, they could have simply stated the Sea-Stabilizing Divine Needle Iron is with Yuan Feidao!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While considering, Zhang Fusheng outright said:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This matter is indeed quite possible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao looked at him, raising her eyebrows:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Friend Zhang, what makes you say that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng pondered for a moment, accompanying them along the long street:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Currently, I am the Assistant Commissioner at the Chongyang Public Security Headquarters. The day before yesterday, I happened to assist with Elder Yu’s security at the Research Institute.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I heard Elder Yu say there’s suspicion someone is creating ’Dimensional Overlap Points’ within Chongyang City.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She paused, observing Shen Baobao’s solemn expression:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From what I know, creating artificial Dimensional Overlap Points requires some special Supreme Treasures, like... Sea-Stabilizing Divine Needle Iron?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kong Dongyan was shocked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone intends to ascend to God??\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao nodded seriously:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Quite possible; the possibility isn’t small. For a Sixth Realm Celestial Human wishing ascent to God, a Dimensional Overlap Point is indispensable, yet merely one part.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She squinted:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Besides the Dimensional Overlap Point, executing a grand ritual to connect to heaven and earth, to communicate with Different Dimensions is necessary...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Among these, the simplest ritual is nothing more than sacrificing several Innate People, or perhaps the life and soul of some Celestial Human.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng listened fascinated, is there such an explanation?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grand ritual, plainly put, can be understood as a grand ceremony...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To ascend to God requires a ritual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He silently noted this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In this case, the Sea-Stabilizing Divine Needle Iron probably is in Chongyang, held by a Celestial Human of the Ling Mountain lineage aiming for Ascension to God.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Perhaps this individual disseminated the news to attract sects’ attention... possibly intending to borrow individuals from various sects to complete a grand ritual.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She paused, looking seriously at Zhang Fusheng:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This information to me, and to the Ancient Saint Sect, is tremendously important. I am willing to owe Little Friend Zhang a favor on behalf of the Ancient Saint Sect.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng smiled and waved it off:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Sister Shen need not...\" He tentatively asked, \"Are you planning to thwart the mastermind’s scheme?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao shook her head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why? We, the Ancient Saint Sect, have no enmity with the Ling Mountain lineage. Their rise isn’t detrimental, and if other sects are weakened slightly...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smiled gently, without hiding intentions from the young man before her as the information came from him; she intended to foster goodwill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Ancient Saint Sect, prioritizing ’benevolence, righteousness, ritual, and law,’ follows the path of favor and relationships,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among sects, it stands out uniquely, forming widespread friendships and believing strongly that ’achieving the Tao garners support.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng understood, continuing to chat with them idly, the hotel almost visible now, the moon still curved above.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After crossing this alley, they’d arrive at the hotel rear entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Walking into the alley.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Friend Zhang, you said...\" Shen Baobao and Kong Dongyan suddenly halted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They looked around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Where’s the person?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A large Zhang Fusheng had vanished just like that?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao’s pupils contracted sharply:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Something’s wrong.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She grabbed Kong Dongyan and leaped, flashing outside the hotel, then turned back to look at the alley.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Nothing unusual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But no sight of Little Friend Zhang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Where’s Brother Zhang??\" Kong Dongyan’s expression was grave, somewhat horrified—a living person vanished into thin air, especially under his sister’s watch!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao squinted, hesitating:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Supreme Treasure.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone used a Supreme Treasure from a Different Dimension.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sighed:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Little Friend Zhang likely got caught in some mire, hoping to leverage us for respite, but unexpectedly...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Baobao pondered briefly, finally shaking her head:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t even locate him, wishing to repay favors, to save him; I lack the capacity.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whether he navigates this peril hinges on Little Friend Zhang’s destiny.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kong Dongyan parted his lips, ultimately saying nothing, only sighing softly, a residual pulse of shock still in his expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Supreme Treasure indeed...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How many Supreme Treasures exist in this world??\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They gazed at that empty alley, showing no abnormalities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>......\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Senior Sister Shen?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Brother Dongyan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng called, sweat trickling down his forehead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two living beings had just vanished into thin air!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stood in the middle of the alley, cautiously looking around; nothing, quietly calm, even eerily calm,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hotel ahead and Governance Building behind brightly lit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng used Spiritual Thoughts to notify Zhou Muniu, while he quickly turned and retraced his path back to the Governance Building.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Arriving at the alley’s entrance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing in the alley.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng used Spiritual Thoughts to notify Zhou Muniu, while he... huh?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His scalp tingled; this scenario felt incredibly familiar—no, not familiar, just experienced once!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unwilling to yield, Zhang Fusheng turned, sped, and reached the alley’s entrance, yet returned again to the alley.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Heading towards the alley’s end, the result mirrored.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trapped...??\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Divine Realm?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No, not Divine Realm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Fusheng instinctively raised his head, looking at the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moon above, round and bright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rubbed his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Didn’t see wrongly; indeed a ’full moon.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This place, not the Divine Realm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yet not the human world either.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He muttered, a chill gradually crawling over his entire being.\u003C\u002Fp>",1232,"2026-06-08T09:33:25.352Z",1,"novelbin.me","b96a77fa7d6d9bc6697296f9585a66d9d3b5c7cacd9c51cca96aac9ac5352088","secret-buyer-chapter-377","secret-buyer-chapter-376",547,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsecret-buyer-cover.jpg"]