[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-urban-romantic-divine-doctor":3,"chapter-urban-romantic-divine-doctor-urban-romantic-divine-doctor-chapter-1177":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Urban Romantic Divine Doctor",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},391001,651,"Chapter 1177 - 1174: Are You Crazy About Money?","urban-romantic-divine-doctor-chapter-1177",1177,"\u003Cp>Xu Wendong suddenly looked up at Fan Qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He never expected that this high-ranking Prince.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Would take an interest in such an unremarkable fishing ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s well known that Fan Qi is highly favored by Fan Liang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Many people predict he’s very likely to become the next Crown Prince.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even if he’s not the Crown Prince.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Fan Liang’s fondness for him, he would at least be given a territory and title.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For such a prominent figure to value his fishing grounds, how could it not seem absurd?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s like on Earth, the richest billionaire deciding to buy a breakfast stand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just because the food tastes good, and anyone hearing it would find it incredible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong sharply perceived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That Fan Qi’s visit to Carefree City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Was not for leisure, but his real purpose was the Western Sea Fishing Grounds!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for why he set his sights on this fishing ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason is obvious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It definitely has something to do with the King of Nanhuang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After regaining his composure, Xu Wendong smiled and said, \"Fifth Prince, saying so puts me in a difficult position!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although this fishing ground was developed by me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It belongs to Blackwater Kingdom, it’s the property of Carefree City’s citizens.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moreover, as the magistrate of Carefree City, I cannot take matters into my own hands. How could I just hand over Carefree City’s property to someone else?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi nodded slightly: \"Lord Xu’s words are not without reason, it was rude of me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How about this, you name a price, and I, as the contractor, will take over, so you won’t have to be troubled!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong contemplated for a moment and said, \"If the Fifth Prince indeed fancies this place, contracting it to you is feasible. Let’s say, one hundred thousand Superior Spirit Stones annually.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Spit!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi spat out the piece of fish he hadn’t yet swallowed, his previously handsome face showing a look of shock: \"How much?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong replied: \"One hundred thousand Superior Spirit Stones annually!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi’s face showed a hint of anger: \"Are you money-crazed?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong sighed: \"I don’t want to be like this either, but Carefree City is really too poor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Everywhere needs money, this is done out of necessity, I hope the Fifth Prince understands.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi suppressed his anger and said: \"Ten thousand Superior Spirit Stones a year.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong was resolute: \"One hundred thousand, not even one less.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Are you sure?\" Fan Qi’s face turned grim.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, alright!\" Fan Qi’s face turned pale with anger, he never expected Xu Wendong to be so intractable, but after all, he is the Fifth Prince of Blackwater Kingdom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, Xu Wendong’s intention is also for the benefit of Carefree City’s citizens, he simply couldn’t utter any harsh words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This Prince has already finished eating, I’ll return to the Capital City now, goodbye!\" After leaving a sentence, Fan Qi angrily led his people away towards the seaside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Fan Qi left, Xu Wendong acted as though nothing had happened and looked towards Chu Ye, Liu Zhengtong, and those yamen runners, smiling as he said: \"None of you have ever tasted sashimi, have you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come, try it, this sashimi with wasabi sauce is definitely a delicacy in the mortal world!\" With that, he busied himself, slicing fish, shrimp, and shellfish to distribute to everyone for tasting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Yunxiao sighed: \"Lord Xu, you seem to fear nothing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong shook his head: \"How is that possible, I too have fears.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Yunxiao couldn’t help but ask: \"What do you fear then?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xu Wendong looked towards those busy figures in the distance and murmured: \"I fear they’ll go hungry, I fear they’ll have no home, I fear they’ll be left without support in old age!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi returned to the Blackwater Country Capital through the Teleportation Array.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first thing he did upon returning was head to the Imperial Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The reason for visiting the Imperial Palace was simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He desired the Western Sea Fishing Grounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Xu Wendong asked for one hundred thousand Superior Spirit Stones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he knew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the Monarch spoke, Xu Wendong would certainly hand over the Western Sea Fishing Grounds to him obediently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing his beloved son arriving, Fan Liang also displayed a doting smile: \"What brings you to the palace today, my boy?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi said earnestly: \"As a son and a subject, coming to visit my father isn’t the most natural thing to do?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Liang burst into hearty laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he knew his son said this to please him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He couldn’t help but feel pleased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi also showed a hint of a flattering smile, he walked behind Fan Liang, gently massaging his shoulders, and softly said: \"Father, do you know where I went earlier?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Liang, with his eyes closed, enjoying his son’s massage: \"The world is vast, how would I know where you went?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He has many sons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But he only referred to himself as ’father’ in front of Fan Qi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because there is a certain innocence in him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And that innocence was something he himself lacked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi said: \"I went to Carefree City earlier.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Liang murmured: \"What’s that place like?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi replied: \"I hadn’t been to Carefree City before, so I didn’t know how it was before, but now, it indeed presents a vibrant picture!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although the people’s lives are still very poor, there is a light in their eyes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Fan Liang had his eyes closed, a faint smile appeared on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a Monarch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There’s nothing more comforting than hearing the words ’there is a light in their eyes.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi continued: \"Father, I also visited the fishing grounds Lord Xu built. The scale of that fishing ground is truly immense, and it has many brightly colored fish.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The taste is also extremely fresh, especially when paired with wasabi, it’s truly astonishing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing his son say this made Fan Liang somewhat tempted: \"Perhaps sometime later, I should go visit that immense fishing ground, and sample the seafood of the Western Sea.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi continued: \"Father, you know I love eating fish, and I was thinking of contracting the Western Sea Fishing Grounds.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Lord Xu is being too unreasonable, asking for one hundred thousand Superior Spirit Stones right off the bat.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And, that’s just for one year’s lease.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I had no choice but to come to you, hoping you could help me think of a way!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After all, I truly love eating fish!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Liang slowly opened his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes were no longer filled with affection and fondness, instead cold as knives, which made Fan Qi involuntarily shiver, a sense of unease rising in his heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Eunuch Liu by the side, who had remained silent, shivered, knowing Fan Liang’s temperament, and realizing he was already angry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Liang said coldly: \"Just because you like eating fish, Xu Wendong should hand over the Western Sea Fishing Grounds and let a million people in Carefree City go hungry?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi didn’t understand why his father was so furious and hurriedly said: \"Father, that wasn’t my intention, I just thought maybe the lease could be made cheaper.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Liang shouted angrily: \"Begone!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, immediately, at once!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I sentence you to not leave the palace for ten years, if you dare violate it, I will not spare you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fan Qi’s scalp tingled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He never imagined his usually doting father would suddenly fly into a rage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Had he made a mistake?\u003C\u002Fp>",1260,"2026-05-30T06:35:41.522Z","2026-06-01T04:30:33.480Z",1,"novelbin.me","ba829bf9bc7657b9b84d4f9903733d12a8ac695a7db8fa46a2543f088490473c","urban-romantic-divine-doctor-chapter-1178","urban-romantic-divine-doctor-chapter-1176",1693,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Furban-romantic-divine-doctor-cover.jpg"]