Beiyin Great Sage

Time flies by like a fleeting moment.

Two years have passed.

For most people, the difficult days have been over. Those who have not been through have turned into ice and bones.

According to rough statistics from the Ghost Control Sect, in just over two years since the Fragment World fell to the Ruin Realm, three to four out of ten people within its sphere of influence have died.

That is to say.

At least 700,000 people did not survive!

Among them, there are many ordinary levels, but there are also black iron and silver that were killed.

As they gradually adapt to this world, most of the survivors have found a way to survive, at least not to starve to death.

The price of exotic animal meat has also plummeted rapidly.

When the fluctuations are the most violent, the price almost changes every day. If a merchant who sells exotic animal meat cannot process the goods on hand in time, there is a high probability that the price will be ruined.

"I think back then, you only needed 2,000 pieces of silver to buy exotic animal meat, but now the price has increased more than ten times."

After two years of self-cultivation, Qian Xiang's complexion became more rosy and full of energy. When talking about the events of that year, he could not help but sigh with emotion:

"Senior Brother Hong was not here at the time, otherwise we would not be able to get a position. Now that the store location is already owned, I am afraid it will not be easy."

"Junior brother." Hong Chengtao pushed a heavy storage bag and said in a low voice:

"I know what you are capable of. I was busy hunting exotic beasts back then, and I did neglect my business operations. Fortunately, I still have you to help me."

"It's just a shop, how can I hardly accommodate you?"

"Senior brother is joking." Qian Xiang weighed the storage bag with a smile on his face:

"A few months ago, the sect proposed to expand the number of stores in the core area. If there are no exceptions, it will be finalized within a few years."

"This time I can at least add a hundred positions, and I will definitely keep them for my senior brother!"

"How many years?" Hong Chengtao frowned:

"Junior brother, it's better to start business sooner rather than later. It's best to occupy a position before the market expands. I'm afraid it will be too late in a few years."

"Can you think of a way?"

His voice paused slightly and he said:

"Junior brother, I am working for Junior Uncle Yang now."

"Uncle Yang." Qian Xiang's face moved slightly, he slowly sat upright, and said in deep thought:

"It's not impossible."

"Oh!" Hong Chengtao's eyes lit up:

"I know that junior brother you have many means."

"There are ways, but they are a bit unreasonable." Qian Xiang shook his head:

"The number of stores is personally determined by the sect leader, and there must be no mistakes. However, if someone is not doing well and is willing to sell the store, that is another matter."

"Change hands?" Hong Chengtao nodded:

"Is there any shop owner interested?"

"There are a few companies that do not do well in business and often complain, which makes people unhappy." Qian Xiang squinted his eyes, his face gloomy:

"If they use some means, they may not be able to transfer it."

"good!"

Hong Chengtao’s voice mentioned:

"If this matter comes to pass, I will definitely thank Hong very much. Junior brother, please!"

"Brothers, why are you so polite?" Qian Xiang waved his hands repeatedly, and at the same time called someone from outside the door:

"Go and ask Qian to come over. I'll ask about the situation at Taobao Residence."

"yes."

The person who came should be bowing and retreating.

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"My lord."

Li He handed over:

"My subordinates investigated according to your instructions and found that Ren Zhai was indeed with Old Monster Weng. If what Miss Cai said is true..."

"Then this person has ulterior motives!"

Today, Zhou Jia rarely went into retreat. He changed into regular clothes and appeared in the back garden, twisting ice crystal flowers and placing them in front of his eyes to admire.

"Um."

He nodded and said calmly:

"Did Ren Zhai come to your door?"

"good."

Li He sighed, nodded and said:

"The three of us, brother and sister, were careless and didn't realize that someone was watching. Ren Sai followed the clues and found this place, and already knew where the Lord was."

"He's not determined to give up." Zhou Jia shook his head and looked sideways at Tianhe:

"How's the situation at the store?"

"It's very bad!" Tianhe looked gloomy:

"Qian Kai deliberately made things difficult for us. He said that the price of elixirs sold using the energy of gold and iron needs to be re-priced, and he asked to make up for the two-year arrears."

"This guy is just a black man, but he is extremely arrogant in front of us. I really want to kill him with a sword!"

It was obvious that she was really angry.

The pretty face was filled with anger and his eyes were evil. If he hadn't been concerned about the Ghost Control Sect behind Qian Kai, he would have secretly made a move.

"There is no use in killing Qian Kai." Li He said:

"He is also acting under orders. As long as Qian Xiang is still there, he will still be the manager in charge of the store. If Qian Kai is gone, money will come."

"Besides, it's better for people from the Ghost Control Sect to stay still if they can."

He said with a slight sigh.

In the past two years, although he tried his best to support them, he failed to improve everyone's situation. On the contrary, the situation became worse and worse.

It can be said that there are both internal and external troubles.

Internal worries.

Qian Xiang repeatedly pressured him, making the store business difficult and profits falling again and again. Now he can only maintain Zhou Jia's normal practice.

foreign aggression.

Strong enemies were everywhere. Although Old Monster Weng didn't take action and Ren Zhai showed kindness, how could he be careless with Cai Yuzhen's reminder?

"Owner."

Tianhe said crisply:

"I heard that someone wanted to seize our shop and put it on Qian Xiang's head, so he did everything possible to target us."

"It's probably because they want us to be unable to hold on and voluntarily give up the location of the store."

This was the news, and she didn't know whether it was true or false.

"Ah……"

Zhou Jiaqinghe:

"I have been in seclusion for two years, and I am so happy and peaceful. It seems that I have worked hard for you?"

"I don't dare!"

"It's because the subordinates are incompetent and fail to share the Lord's worries."

Tianhe and Li He both bowed their heads.

"That's all."

Zhou Jia waved:

"This is the way the world is. The weak eat the strong. Since we haven't shown our edge, it is natural for others to feel easy to bully."

"Li He!"

"My subordinate is here."

"Make an appointment with Ren Zhai for me and tell him that Zhou misses his old friend and find a time to get together."

"..." Li He looked up, a trace of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then nodded:

"yes."

"Master." Tianhe hurriedly took a step forward:

"Where's Qian Xiang?"

"No hurry." Zhou Jia waved:

"Let's meet Ren Zhai first."

"yes."

Hearing this, Tianhe could only suppress the frustration in his heart.

…………

A few days later.

Restaurant.

Zhou Jia took the main seat and invited Ren Zhai to a banquet.

"Two years have passed in a flash."

Looking at the bustling crowd on the street, he sighed:

"Time flies so fast, and the changes here are even more amazing. Two years ago there were only a few people walking around, but now it's overcrowded."

"It is said that……"

"There will be more shops here."

"Yes." Ren Zhai nodded:

"Everyone who has opened a shop in the past two years has made a lot of money every day. I think Brother Zhou is like this too. It's really enviable!"

"Just kidding." Zhou Jia shook his head and smiled bitterly:

"Brother Ren may not believe it when I tell him. Life is difficult for Frown, and there are villains at work. He has been busy for two years and is just making ends meet."

Ren Zhai chuckled.

Although he didn't answer, disbelief was clearly written on his face.

"The income is not much, so it doesn't matter." Zhou Jia said:

"Zhou is content to be able to survive here, and he doesn't want to have grudges with others. It's best to live peacefully."

"Brother Ren, do you think so?"

"..." Ren Zhai paused slightly in his hand movements, and a complicated look flashed in his eyes:

"That's what Brother Zhou said."

"It's a pity that people can't help themselves in the world. Sometimes, even if you want to live a stable life, others may not be able to tolerate you."

Zhou Jia put down his wine glass and smiled without saying a word.

"So, strength is the foundation." Ren Zhai turned around and looked seriously:

"I know that Brother Zhou is very powerful and has the ability to refine animal luring drugs. Some time ago, several colleagues and I discovered a nest of strange beasts. I wonder if Brother Zhou is interested in going to explore?"

"This..." Zhou Jia hesitated:

"Forget it."

"pity!"

Ren Zhai looked regretful.

After three rounds of wine and five tastes of food, there was no more food and wine. Ren Zhai stood up and said goodbye in a sensible manner and walked into the vast white snow.

"My lord."

Li He came closer and spoke in a low voice:

"The person surnamed Ren wants to lure you out. This is just a test, and it will definitely happen again in the future. I have seen this kind of thing a lot."

"Um."

Zhou Jia nodded and sat still, but his head was tilted and his ears were shaking.

Time passes little by little.

Li He moved, as if he wanted to ask for instructions on what to do next, but Tianhe stretched out his hand to grab him and shook his head:

"Don't disturb the master."

disturb?

Li He was stunned.

Isn't the Lord in a daze?