Chapter 368: Transfer of Cost

Hua Changxi did not go to see the Marquis of Liang, but instead had Hua Sanlang go to negotiate with him.

Carrying the Cocoon Pill, Hua Sanlang followed Pharmacist Xu back to the Personnel Department at the foot of Danyuan Peak with a grave expression.

Nowadays, the Personnel Department was not only responsible for recruiting apprentices but also served as the reception for outside guests.

In the reception hall, Wan Feng had already accompanied the Marquis of Liang and Chu Junhao through several cups of spirit tea. Just as he was about to pour another, Hua Sanlang and Pharmacist Xu returned.

Seeing that Hua Changxi was not with them, the gazes of Wan Feng, the Marquis of Liang, and Chu Junhao all flickered simultaneously.

Hua Sanlang looked at the Marquis of Liang and, at Pharmacist Xu's signal, took out the Cocoon Pill and handed it to him: "This is the Cocoon Pill. After taking it, you will feel as if your physical body is restricted and bound. The effect lasts for three years."

"The pill will not cause any other damage to you, Marquis. As long as you take it, the grudge between you and Jiuniang will be wiped clean."

The Marquis of Liang looked at the pill before him, his anger unable to be contained.

As a dignified Marquis, he had personally come to apologize. Not only did Hua Changxi not show her face, but she even forced him to take some "Cocoon Pill." It was simply too bullying.

Chu Junhao had guessed that Hua Changxi would not let the matter rest, but he had not expected such a counterattack.

The Marquis of Liang looked at Chu Junhao. Attacking Hua Changxi back then had been under the orders of the royal clan elder Chu Tianxun. Now that Hua Changxi was humiliating him like this, how could the royal family sit idly by?

Unfortunately, Chu Junhao showed no reaction to the gaze cast by the Marquis of Liang.

Seeing this, the Marquis of Liang immediately understood the royal family's stance. Being able to have the Seventh Prince accompany him to Danyuan Peak was likely the greatest favor the royal family would grant him.

The Marquis of Liang felt both grief and shame. He dared not question Chu Junhao, so he could only look coldly at Hua Sanlang: "What if I refuse to take this pill?"

Hua Sanlang was stunned by the hostility radiating from the Marquis of Liang and did not know how to respond for a moment.

Seeing this, Wan Feng frowned and couldn't help but speak up: "Marquis of Liang, the Peak Master has already made concessions. I think you should know when to stop."

Hearing this, the Marquis of Liang became even angrier. Subconsciously, he released his spiritual pressure, wanting to intimidate Wan Feng, who dared to speak rudely to him. Who knew that as soon as the pressure was released, it was forced back by a terrifying power.

A mountain-like pressure descended suddenly and then vanished just as suddenly, leaving everyone in the hall pale with shock.

Chu Junhao felt his heart nearly stop and really wanted to stand up and curse the Marquis of Liang. Did this man have no brain? Daring to make a move on Danyuan Peak? Did he really think Hua Changxi was dead?

The Marquis of Liang, who had been furious, was now as pale as paper, but he still stiffened his neck and shouted: "I have already personally come to the door with full sincerity. Who is it that should know when to stop?"

Wan Feng knew that the Marquis of Liang was not speaking to him, but to the Peak Master; he also knew that the Peak Master had forced the Marquis back just now when he tried to make a move.

The Peak Master was watching the Personnel Department but refused to show herself to meet the Marquis of Liang, which was undoubtedly a form of contempt for him.

Wan Feng steadied his pounding heart and looked at the Marquis of Liang: "Marquis of Liang, the grudge between you and the Peak Master can be said to be very clear."

"Back then, you failed to hunt down the Peak Master and were instead severely injured by her. Originally, this was a matter between the two of you, but afterwards, you implicated the Peak Master's family and used the power of the Marquis of Liang's estate to besiege the Hua family for three years."

"The Peak Master did not implicate others in the Marquis of Liang's estate because of you. How can that not be considered a concession?"

"If you are unwilling to let this matter rest, are you trying to force the Peak Master to treat you as you treated her?"

Wan Feng's words were quite blunt: "If I were you, I would obediently take the Cocoon Pill. I think you wouldn't want the people of the Marquis of Liang's estate to be forced to cower inside, not daring to step out even a single step, would you?"

The Marquis of Liang was furious, angry enough to die, but he dared not do anything.

Hua Changxi was even stronger than she had been three years ago!

That pressure just now had made his heart palpitate uncontrollably.

Even if his physical body was weak, his cultivation realm was a genuine Spirit Platform Realm! He had actually felt a threat to his life!

The Marquis of Liang looked at the pill on the table, feeling desolate. If Hua Changxi really wanted to make a move on the Yin family, he would be unable to stop her, and the royal family he served as his master would likely not stand up for him.

"Fine, I will eat it. I hope Peak Master Hua keeps her word."

Having said that, the Marquis of Liang took the Cocoon Pill as if a brave warrior were cutting off his own wrist.

Watching the Marquis of Liang like this, Chu Junhao felt very uncomfortable. He had not expected Hua Changxi to be even more ruthless than he had imagined.

Hua Changxi's counterattack was a naked humiliation!

Seeing that the Marquis of Liang had taken the pill, Hua Sanlang breathed a sigh of relief: "Don't worry, Marquis. As long as you don't provoke the Hua family again, the Hua family will definitely stay far away from you."

Chu Junhao glanced at Hua Sanlang, knowing that the Marquis of Liang was feeling deeply ashamed and angry, so he looked at Wan Feng: "The matter is settled. Can the Marquis of Liang leave now?"

Wan Feng nodded: "Of course, Marquis of Liang, please feel free."

Afterwards, the Marquis of Liang left Danyuan Peak without looking back.

Chu Junhao hesitated for a moment but followed him. Regardless of anything else, the Marquis of Liang was a member of the royal family, so he still needed to be appeased a little.

After catching up with the Marquis of Liang, Chu Junhao asked with a concerned expression: "After taking the pill, do you feel any discomfort?"

The Marquis of Liang originally didn't want to bother with Chu Junhao, but he was also concerned about the efficacy of the Cocoon Pill, so he carefully felt his body's condition. Soon, his face turned dark.

Seeing this, Chu Junhao asked urgently: "What is it? Is the pill harmful to you?"

The Marquis of Liang sneered: "How could it not be harmful?"

As long as he used his spiritual power, the spiritual power would bind and wrap him up like a cicada cocoon.

Hua Changxi, how ruthless. It was truly difficult for her to refine such a tricky pill to deal with him.

Chu Junhao wanted to say something, but the Marquis of Liang was already too lazy to listen to his nonsense and flashed away from the Medical Department.

The arrival and departure of the Marquis of Liang did not cause any ripples on Danyuan Peak. Not long after he left, Yu Fu returned with Dugu Lie.

"Master, this is the 'One-Thought Connection' specifically for you from Tool Master Tong. He said it requires a dual imprint of divine sense and essence blood to activate."

Hua Changxi looked at the exclusive 'mobile phone' in her hand and then at the other general-purpose ones: "There's no difference, is there?"

Yu Fu: "There is no difference in appearance, but the functions are different. Tool Master Tong said that the 'One-Thought Connection' in your hand can transmit messages even if you go down to the Nine Netherworlds, as long as you are within the range of the Nine Passes."

"But the other One-Thought Connections cannot be used once you go down to the Nine Netherworlds; they can only be used within the territory of the Great Jin."

Hua Changxi looked surprised: "The Tool Saint Palace is impressive. They can actually cover the signal to the Nine Netherworlds. Remarkable." She paused, "By the way, how many spirit stones does this kind of 'One-Thought Connection' sell for?"

Yu Fu sighed: "Tool Master Tong said that the materials for refining this kind of 'One-Thought Connection' are relatively scarce, so the Tool Saint Palace is not selling them to the public for now. This one in your hand was specifically reserved for you by Tool Master Tong."

Hua Changxi laughed: "Tong Yao has a conscience, not forgetting me, the provider of inspiration. Alright, I'm done here. You go and get busy."

Afterwards, Yu Fu returned to the Logistics Department. Not long after, the managers of Danyuan Peak and the outstanding disciples all received the 'One-Thought Connection' as a reward.

At the same time, the 'One-Thought Connection' option was added to the exchange catalog of the Logistics Department.

The stir caused by this was much greater than the arrival of the Marquis of Liang.

Just as Hua Changxi activated the 'One-Thought Connection' with her divine sense and essence blood and was familiarizing herself with the functions of this cultivation-style mobile phone, Hua Sanlang walked into her bamboo house in a huff.

Regarding this behavior of barging in without knocking, even though it was family, Hua Changxi was very repulsed: "Third Brother, next time you come to find me, let me know before entering."

Hua Sanlang was angry and snorted: "What? Are you really going to put on your Peak Master airs in front of me, your older brother?"

Hua Changxi's face sank directly: "What do you want with me?"

Hua Sanlang was silent for a while before saying: "In the three years you were away, I drew a batch of pills from the Logistics Department for the family to use for their cultivation."

Hua Changxi: "Yu Fu told me about this. So what?"

Hua Sanlang said hurriedly: "The pills were for the family. Why did you have Yu Fu deduct it from my monthly allowance?"

Hua Changxi looked at him: "You want to help the family; that is your intention, so of course you need to pay for it." As she spoke, she sneered, "You come to find me in such a huff. What, in your heart, do you feel that your intention requires me to pay the price for it?"

Hua Sanlang was choked: "I... Yes, it is my intention, but they are also your family. Are you going to be so stingy? Besides, those few pills are nothing to you. Why must you be so calculating with me?"

Hua Changxi looked at Hua Sanlang, feeling indescribably disappointed.

Three years later, her older brother had not grown at all.

"Third Brother, you must remember one thing. On Danyuan Peak, I am the Peak Master, and you are a disciple. As a disciple, you just need to follow orders."

"You do not have the right to question me."

"I still have things to attend to; you may leave."

Hua Sanlang looked at Hua Changxi in a daze, never expecting her to say such things to him. Then, his vision blurred, and when his sight cleared again, he found himself standing halfway up the mountain.

He had been directly kicked out by his own sister!

After realizing this, Hua Sanlang was so angry that his face turned red and his neck thick.

"Senior Brother Hua."

Zhu Qinghuan happened to pass by: "Senior Brother Hua, what's wrong?"

Seeing that it was Zhu Qinghuan, Hua Sanlang felt as if he had seen a relative and immediately poured out his grievances to her.

"My Jiuniang is now incredible. She has become a Peak Master and doesn't even recognize me, her older brother."

"For the sake of a few pills, she actually kicked me out directly."

"Jiuniang's heart is really so hard and cold."

After hearing this, Zhu Qinghuan was silent for a while and suddenly asked: "Has the Peak Master's injury fully recovered?"

Hua Sanlang was stunned. Since Jiuniang returned, he seemed not to have asked about her injuries.

Seeing his reaction, Zhu Qinghuan sighed helplessly: "The Peak Master has not returned for three years. I imagine her injuries were not light. You should care more about her."

Hua Sanlang couldn't save face and didn't want to admit he was wrong, so he said stubbornly: "Jiuniang is fine. She doesn't look like someone who has been seriously injured at all."

Zhu Qinghuan smiled: "That's good. In the three years the Peak Master was away, the hearts of the Danyuan Peak disciples were all uneasy."

Hua Sanlang: "It's not as serious as you say. Even if she wasn't here, Danyuan Peak operated as usual."

Zhu Qinghuan did not dwell on this issue with Hua Sanlang but talked about Yu Fu deducting his monthly allowance.

"Without rules, there is no order. I think the Peak Master feels that if you are allowed to draw Danyuan Peak's resources at will, then every time the Hua family has an issue, you will draw them like this. Wouldn't Danyuan Peak become your warehouse? This would make others talk."

"The Peak Master considers problems from the big picture. As an older brother, you should be considerate of her."

Hua Sanlang looked at Zhu Qinghuan: "Whose side are you on?"

Zhu Qinghuan laughed: "I am naturally on your side." Then, she restrained her smile and said seriously, "Senior Brother Hua, you might feel uncomfortable hearing this, but on Danyuan Peak, only when the Peak Master is well can you be well too."

Hearing this, Hua Sanlang was even angrier: "Without her, can't I live?" After saying this, he left without looking back.

Zhu Qinghuan looked at his back and did not chase after him.

Sigh...

Only seeing small profits while turning a blind eye to the Peak Master's heavy reliance on Ye Lingxuan and others. Truly, he cannot distinguish between big and small matters. ===== CHAPTER 369 =====