Chapter 770: Blue Fox People

Yan Buji saw several demon‑race cultivators showing strong interest, and he breathed a sigh of relief inwardly.

He knew that, although this business model seemed simple, its actual operation required extensive preparation and coordination. Only with all parties' joint participation could the model run smoothly and the risk be minimized.

"Since everyone is willing to join, let's discuss the concrete cooperation details," Yan Buji said with a smile.

In the following time, Yan Buji and the demon‑race cultivators discussed in detail the membership system, product categories and pricing, as well as the selection and supply of ancillary goods. After a round of talks, they reached a unanimous agreement.

"Alright, that's settled," Xiong Ba Tian declared, "We each return to prepare and push this model forward as soon as possible."

The demon‑race cultivators nodded in agreement. Yan Buji also exhaled a sigh of relief, knowing the model had taken a crucial step forward.

After leaving the Mushroom Restaurant, Yan Buji and Xiong Ba Tian returned to the sect together. Yan Buji reported the discussion results to Yuan Zhen.

Yuan Zhen listened, then nodded satisfactorily: "Hall Master, it was thanks to you that we could smoothly reach cooperation with the demon race. Having a disciple like you in the sect is truly a blessing."

Yan Buji clasped his hands and said: "Elder Yuan, you flatter me; I merely did my duty."

The sect's cooperation with the demon race gradually unfolded, with both sides exchanging resources, intelligence, and strategy deeply. Although news of Time Sand still circulated in the cultivation world, the demon race's support eased the sect's pressure considerably.

Several months later, the new business model began to spread across Luohuang Zhou. Trade volume between the sect and the demon race surged, and sales of ancillary goods performed well. Yan Buji's name spread through the cultivator circles of Luohuang Zhou, becoming a focal point of attention.

Yet, just as everything seemed smooth, an unexpected piece of news shattered the calm.

"Hall Master, something's wrong!" Zhou Wan'an rushed into Yan Buji's residence, his face heavy.

Yan Buji furrowed his brows: "What happened?"

Zhou Wan'an, panting, said: "We just received word that the Blue Fox Clan suddenly announced a cut‑off of trade with us and has allied with several demon‑race tribes to boycott our goods!"

Yan Buji's heart sank, sensing trouble. Although the Blue Fox Clan belongs to the Otherworldly Race, it might be the fox faction of the demon race pulling the strings; the fox faction wields considerable influence, and their boycott could trigger a chain reaction, drawing more demon‑race tribes into the protest.

"It seems the Blue Fox Clan can no longer hold back," Yan Buji murmured.

Zhou Wan'an anxiously asked: "Hall Master, what should we do?"

Yan Buji thought for a moment, then said: "Don't panic. Go notify Elder Yuan and the other Hall Masters immediately; we'll convene an emergency meeting at once."

Zhou Wan'an nodded and left quickly.

Yan Buji stood by the window, gazing at the distant sky, pondering silently. He knew this crisis was far more serious than any before. The Blue Fox Clan's boycott was likely aimed at the Time Sand.

"Looks like I'll have to go to the Blue Fox Clan myself and see if I can find a solution," Yan Buji decided inwardly.

Before long, senior members of the sect arrived, gathering in a spacious, bright hall. Everyone sat together, solemnly beginning to discuss strategies for the current situation.

Yuan Zhen sat quietly at the head, listening as Yan Buji reported in detail the recent abnormal actions of the Blue Fox Clan and the pressure they were exerting on the sect. His previously calm expression grew increasingly grave. He slightly furrowed his brows and said in a deep voice: "From the intelligence we have, the Blue Fox Clan's flamboyant boycott is very likely targeting the Time Sand we cherish. If we cannot resolve this crisis promptly and effectively, our long‑standing trade routes will suffer a severe blow, with unimaginable consequences!"

Hearing this, the other senior officials also wore worried looks, murmuring among themselves. At that moment, Yan Buji, who had been standing silently, stepped forward, clasped his fists, and loudly declared: "Elder Yuan, I am willing to go personally to the Blue Fox Clan to negotiate, seeking a way to resolve the problem."

Yuan Zhen, hearing the words, stared at Yan Buji's determined and confident face, paused briefly, then slowly nodded and said: "Very well. Since you have such resolve and courage, the matter is yours to handle. But remember, the Blue Fox Clan is famed for its cunning and treachery; this negotiation will be fraught with difficulties, so you must be extremely cautious and never careless."

Yan Buji solemnly bowed again to Yuan Zhen and replied: "Thank you, Elder Yuan, for your trust. I understand the great responsibility of this mission and will act with utmost caution, not disgracing the task!" With that, he turned and strode out of the hall without hesitation, setting off toward the land of the Blue Fox Clan.

The reason Yan Buji is so responsible is all because of the Rabbit Tribe.

The attack on Tu Nuo Duo was very likely ordered by the fox faction; the Blue Fox people could not be the key figures.

Yan Buji's journey this time is naturally fraught with danger, but if we make a grand display, we won't fear their ambushes.

"Moreover, this matter probably also involves the fox‑rabbit conflict, and it's affecting my profit line," Yan Buji said, his face darkening.

Cutting off someone's profit line is like killing a parent; Yan Buji originally didn't want to meddle in this mess. Even if the Rabbit Tribe truly has a method to locate the Time Sand, a lone human could not obtain it, so there's no need to care.

Yet this could also be an opportunity; if the Blue Fox issue is handled well, the Rabbit Tribe might be grateful to him.

In that case, the secret method to find the Time Sand would have a foothold.

Thinking of this, Yan Buji consulted a few elders in the sect; Wu Yuan was even assigned to lead a team, planning to go together to the Blue Fox people's location on the Otherworldly Race continent!

"This trip may not return within a year or two, Hall Master, do you have any matters to attend to here?"

Yan Buji thought briefly: "I'll draft a letter to inform those fellow cultivators."

"Is it about Tu Nuo Duo?" Wu Yuan laughed.

Yan Buji smiled: "Elder Wu, stop teasing me."

"Hahaha."

The purpose of the letter is to let Tu Nuo Duo know that he is heading to the Blue Fox people's side to handle matters; if she sees it, she'll naturally have some expectations.

If he can truly resolve the issue and also inquire whether the Blue Fox people were the ones who attacked them before, that would be even better.

In that case, even if the Rabbit Tribe does not dare to act lightly, they are strategically aligned with them.