Chapter 730: Chapter 730

Cui Ji had lorded over the Five-Elemental Islands for many years. His background had already been thoroughly investigated, unless he was deliberately concealing his strength, he had no more cards to play.

After confirming that Cui Ji had also broken through by consuming a Malevolent Demonic Pill, and that the Malevolent Demonic Qi in his body had not been completely expelled, Qin Sang already had a rough understanding of his condition.

After fifteen years of demonic beast hunting, Qin Sang had ceased to fear middle-stage Core Formation cultivators, even before subduing the Two-Headed Hou. Let alone now, when the enemy's strength was weakened by the presence of demonic qi.

Now with the Two-Headed Hou assisting him, defeating this man would be effortless.

However, since he had sent the beast to lure away the black-armored man and steal the Dongming Cold Flame, not much time had passed. If word reached Huntian Island, it might attract the attention of those with ulterior motives. He would need to use the beast with caution.

"Let’s go. Take me to see Cui Ji," Qin Sang said as he rose to his feet.

As a manager, his income was closely tied to the business of the merchant guild. No matter how small the profit, it was still money. In exchange for the qualification to enter Seven-Kill Hall, he had already spent everything and was now penniless and in debt.

If the other party had chosen to conduct business peacefully, Qin Sang might have let it go. But Cui Ji’s aggressive actions made it clear he had no intention of negotiating.

Humiliating the Wang Sisters and suppressing the Qiongyu Merchant Guild. Was he trying to make an example out of them?

Unfortunately for him, Cui Ji had not realized that he was not the one holding the knife. Since he had offered himself up so readily, letting him go would be a waste.

The group of four exited the shop. The elderly man looked deeply worried but dared not intervene. All he could do was silently pray that Qin Sang’s strength would be enough to handle what came next.

Qin Sang sent a voice transmission to the Wang Sisters to explain a few things and ask for their opinion.

Wang Shi blushed upon hearing it, while Wang Xiang looked visibly excited, as though wishing chaos upon the world. In the end, both nodded in agreement.

"The new managers of the Qiongyu Merchant Guild are truly a rare sight. The sisters look nearly identical, but their temperaments are completely different, each shining in her own way. A rare combination indeed."

In the main hall, a group of people were seated, seemingly in the middle of a discussion, when one man suddenly made this remark.

"They're just too arrogant for their own good."

From the head seat, a pale and gloomy-faced young man snorted coldly. "I heard the two of them were originally rogue cultivators, with no foundation in the Qiongyu Merchant Guild. No idea who they offended to get thrown here by Elder Zhou. I tried to reason with them kindly, but not only did they show no gratitude, they even dared glare at me with hostility."

This man was none other than Cui Ji.

"A pair of such lovely sisters, and both top talents. The elder is already at the Core Formation Realm, and the younger surely won't be far behind. They're practically the perfect companions. As the saying goes, beauties are drawn to heroes, and proximity leads to opportunity. Manager Cui, if you just make a few moves, do you really think they could escape your grasp? Let me congratulate you in advance..."

A man with a goatee gave a strange chuckle, waggling his eyebrows as he cupped his fists toward Cui Ji.

Laughter filled with lewd undertones echoed through the hall.

A few among them looked uncomfortable. They did not want to participate, but were too afraid to contradict Cui Ji openly. All they could do was force bitter smiles and pretend to agree.

A muffled thud suddenly came from outside the hall.

The laughter stopped abruptly. Everyone exchanged glances, just about to get up and investigate, when a miserable scream rang out from beyond the doors.

Then came a series of screams and dull impacts from outside. It was clear that the Nine-Star Guild’s guards were being dispatched with ease by someone.

Cui Ji slammed his hand on the table and shot to his feet, roaring in fury, "Who dares cause trouble in my Nine-Star Guild!"

Before his voice had even faded, two powerful auras were already approaching the hall. The others’ expressions changed slightly. They exchanged glances in secret, quietly readying themselves, though none made any rash moves.

Cui Ji and the other Nine-Star Guild cultivators flew out of the hall and were greeted by the sight of their guards sprawled all over the ground. The Core Formation Realm captain of the guard was nowhere to be seen.

Cui Ji’s pupils contracted slightly at the sight.

Two streaks of evasion light landed before them, revealing the Wang Sisters. Thıs text ıs hosted at novel·fıre·net

Cui Ji, so enraged that he laughed, sneered and said, "So, the two of you have come back after thinking things through? Ready to accept my conditions and throw yourselves into my arms?"

His words were filthy. As his eyes swept around, he found none of his reliable subordinates. There were not even signs of battle. This unsettled him deeply.

"Bah! You shameless pervert..."

Wang Xiang glared furiously, finally letting loose the string of curses she had been holding back. Pointing at Cui Ji’s nose, she cursed him with satisfaction. Though she felt a bit guilty for scolding a middle-stage Core Formation cultivator, she also found it immensely satisfying.

Cui Ji acted as if he had not heard her. His eyes were fixed on a shadowy corner.

The others in the hall also filed out one after another. Upon seeing the scene outside, all of them looked unsettled.

If it was merely a personal enemy of Cui Ji coming to settle a score, they naturally wouldn’t get involved in such muddy waters. What they feared was that someone might be targeting the entire Dongji Alliance. If that were the case, then no matter how much they disliked Cui Ji, they would have to stand with him.

Just then, a figure slowly emerged from the shadows. It was Qin Sang.

In his hand, Qin Sang was dragging a man, who turned out to be none other than the captain of the Nine-Star Guild’s guards.

They had entered under the identity of the Qiongyu Merchant Guild. Catching the Nine-Star Guild off guard, they launched a sudden assault and easily dealt with the guards outside. Although the guard captain was a Core Formation cultivator, he was nothing in front of Qin Sang and had been effortlessly subdued, with his cultivation sealed.

Qin Sang threw the unconscious guard captain to the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust.

Cui Ji’s eye twitched, and he shouted angrily, "Who are you? You dare injure someone at the Nine-Star Guild's headquarters. Do you intend to become an enemy of the Dongji Alliance?"

"I am Daoist Qingfeng, sent by Elder Zhou as the newly appointed manager of the Qiongyu Merchant Guild. I am a member of the Dongji Alliance myself. How could I possibly be its enemy?"

Qin Sang let out a cold snort, then turned to the Wang sisters and asked, "Was it this man who publicly insulted you and tried to take you as his concubines?"

"It was him!" Wang Xiang responded crisply.

Wang Shi also gave a gentle nod.

"You dared covet my women? You have some nerve!"

Qin Sang pretended to fly into a rage.

Wang Shi blushed slightly, while Wang Xiang looked even more thrilled.

"I will let the rest of you off, since you were only accomplices and are also fellow merchants of the same alliance. But this man’s actions were outrageous. Both publicly and privately, I cannot forgive him so lightly. Today is just the beginning. In time, I will formally report this to the alliance and demand justice. If you choose to stay here now, does that mean you plan to side with him?"

Qin Sang's eyes turned icy as they swept across the group.

Even through the veil of his bamboo hat, they felt as though two sharp blades were cutting across their skin. None dared meet his gaze and instinctively stepped aside.

What struck them most was that Qin Sang had silently captured the Nine-Star Guild's guard captain. It was utterly shocking. So many of them had been present, yet none had noticed how he accomplished it.

Moreover, they were all members of the Dongji Alliance. Why should they step forward to help Cui Ji settle a personal grudge?

As expected, they were all fence-sitters. The moment they were given an excuse, they backed off faster than anyone.

Qin Sang sneered inwardly and turned his gaze back to Cui Ji.

Cui Ji’s expression had darkened considerably. He tried to see through the bamboo veil and catch a glimpse of Qin Sang’s true face. "A back-alley Daoist hiding behind a hat dares to speak so brazenly in front of me? Careful you don’t bite off your own tongue."