PDLP Chapter 58: Meeting Zhao Qianyuan
Chapter 58: Meeting Zhao Qianyuan
After leaving the Beast Taming Sect, Li Wu headed straight towards the Sanlukou Market.
He already knew Zhao Qianyuan was here before he came to Guang'an County.
So he found a merchant caravan from Youyang County, and after making many inquiries, he quickly located Zhao Qianyuan.
"Brother Li, you've emerged from seclusion!"
Seeing Li Wu again after so long, Zhao Qianyuan was naturally overjoyed.
Li Wu smiled and hugged Zhao Qianyuan, then said:
"I heard you're planning to establish a chamber of commerce here? What's going on?"
Zhao Qianyuan ushered Li Wu into the house, and then explained:
"Brother Li, you are unaware of this. As our business here has grown, we have gradually begun to squeeze out the original shops of the local forces, which has led to their extreme hatred towards us."
"In just a few years, more than ten cultivators have been brutally murdered by robbers while traveling as merchants, and a lot of their goods have also been stolen."
"Therefore, I thought of establishing a chamber of commerce to bring everyone together. Firstly, it would make us safer in the future, and secondly, it would allow us to negotiate with the forces here."
After listening, Li Wuwei nodded slightly, and then asked:
"How many people are willing to form this chamber of commerce now?"
Zhao Qianyuan smiled wryly:
"Sigh, those Qi Refining forces that follow my Zhao family need no further explanation, and most of the other Qi Refining forces agree with this matter, but for some reason, the other Foundation Establishment forces have all rejected it."
"Even the Dayan Sect is unwilling?" Li Wu frowned slightly.
Among all the forces in Youyang County, the Dayan Sect holds the most influence.
After all, the other side not only had two Foundation Establishment cultivators, but one of them was in the late Foundation Establishment stage.
Zhao Qianyuan shook his head and said:
"The Dayan Sect has never really traded here. I've heard that the Dayan Sect seems to be in contact with a Core Formation power in another continent."
Another Core Formation power on another continent?
Upon hearing this, Li Wu's expression immediately changed, and he pondered the plans of the Dayan Sect.
"Core Formation power..."
"If I can obtain a few Core Formation level spiritual items, I will have a better chance of success in the [Tai Xu] Secret Realm later on."
However, we'll discuss this matter again when we return to Youyang County.
Li Wu turned his attention back to the question and asked again:
"Brother Zhao, have you spoken with the forces here?"
Zhao Qianyuan pondered for a moment and said:
Elder Gu of Changxi Sect did meet with me once, but his conversation was not very warm.
"He only said that the rules of Guang'an County's market were established a hundred years ago. If outside forces want to operate here for a long time, they must either join the local chamber of commerce or pay 30% of their profits as tax."
"Thirty percent?" Li Wu frowned.
Upon hearing this, Li Wu immediately realized that the matter of the Chamber of Commerce would be difficult to resolve, but he did not refuse, instead saying:
"Okay, then I'll wait for your news."
"If this matter succeeds, Qing Shi Men will certainly stand behind Brother Zhao."
"By the way, Brother Li, you've been in seclusion for so long, you must have reached the late stage of Qi Refining by now, right?"
After discussing business, Zhao Qianyuan inquired about other matters.
At this point, an envious look appeared on his face.
Zhao Qianyuan, born into a Foundation Establishment family and the eldest son, unfortunately has only average talent in cultivation. Even with the help of many resources, he is only at the sixth level of Qi Refining.
I fear I have no hope of ever reaching the Foundation Establishment stage in this lifetime.
Upon hearing this, a smile immediately appeared on Li Wu's face.
You asked this question yourself.
Then, Li Wu revealed his aura, and the frenzied power of thunder startled Zhao Qianyuan, causing his mouth to gape open:
"Foundation... Foundation Establishment Realm!"
"Brother Li, you've broken through to the Foundation Establishment stage!"
Zhao Qianyuan couldn't believe it; Li Wu had actually broken through to the Foundation Establishment stage!
When they first met, Li Wu was only at the second level of Qi Refining, while he was at the fourth level.
Now, Li Wu is already at the Foundation Establishment stage, but he hasn't even broken through to the late stage of Qi Refining.
"It was just a lucky coincidence," Li Wuqing said with a light laugh.
The reason he revealed his Foundation Establishment power was that he hoped to pass the word from Zhao Qianyuan to the Zhao family and even to many other forces in Youyang County.
From now on, Qing Shimen will be the sixth Foundation Establishment power in Youyang County.
In this way, when he later settles scores with Chongmingmen, Changhemen will not encounter unnecessary obstacles.
Therefore, Li Wu directly said to Zhao Qianyuan:
"Brother Zhao, my Qing Shi Sect will be expanding its territory in the future. I hope the Zhao family will not obstruct us then."
Upon hearing this, Zhao Qianyuan immediately composed himself and said seriously:
"I will tell my father."
The relationship between Qingshimen and the Zhao family has always been very close. The stronger Qingshimen becomes, the better it is for the Zhao family.
"I'm leaving now."
Li Wuwei nodded slightly and did not linger, as he still had many things to deal with.
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After returning to Qingshimen.
Li Wu then summoned He Yu.
"Tomorrow I will wipe out Xiaoximen, Changhemen, Chongmingmen, and Zhuwanguan. You'd better be prepared to take over their spiritual mountain when the time comes."
Upon hearing this, He Yu's pupils contracted sharply, and an expression of disbelief appeared on her face.
"Sect Leader, are you saying... the entire sect will be wiped out?"
He Yu's voice trembled slightly.
She was well aware that Qing Shi Men had grudges against these sects, but wiping out four sects in one fell swoop was a major event that could shake the entire Youyang County.
Li Wu remained calm and said indifferently:
"That's right. Now that I've reached the Foundation Establishment stage, if Qing Shi Sect still only has one spiritual mountain, it wouldn't look like a Foundation Establishment sect."
Upon hearing this, He Yu pursed her lips and said:
"Sect Leader, the Zhuwan Temple did not humiliate us back then, could you...?"
Li Wu waved his hand, interrupting:
"If they willingly give up their struggle, I can spare their lives and give them the opportunity to join the Qing Shi Sect. But if they choose to fight to the death, then they cannot blame me."
"Understood."
He Yu nodded.
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The next day, as dawn broke and the sky began to lighten, the first hint of white appeared on the horizon.
Changhe Gate is located on the banks of a spiritual stream. The gate is small, with only a dozen or so rooms.
When Li Wu appeared above the Changhe Sect, most of the disciples were still asleep, with only a few meditating and cultivating.
This shows that most of the disciples of the Changhe Sect are pleasure-seeking individuals.
"Who dares to trespass on my Changhe Gate!"
At this moment, a disciple spotted Li Wu and shouted loudly.
Li Wu looked down at him and said calmly:
"Qingshimen, Li Wu."
The middle-aged cultivator looked puzzled, as he had never heard of this name before.
After all, after the establishment of Qing Shi Men, He Yu handled almost all external affairs, and he rarely appeared in public.
However, seeing Li Wu's demeanor, the middle-aged cultivator suspected he was up to no good and inquired:
"May I ask what brings you to my Changhe Sect, senior?"
"Exterminate the entire family."
As soon as he finished speaking, Li Wu raised his hand and unleashed a bolt of lightning that instantly engulfed his opponent.
The thunderclap also woke up the others who were still asleep.
"Who? Who's disturbing my sleep?!"
On the bed, the old Taoist priest Zhao Ziming, who was holding two beauties, suddenly woke up with a start.
He climbed out of bed, furious.