Chapter 342: Turbulences on the Wealth List

The impact of the third-tier legendary sword, “Qingming Sword,” did not fade immediately. On the contrary, ten billionaires with fortunes exceeding 100 million appeared on the wealth list, their net worths soaring from 30 million to over 100 million overnight. Many linked this to the “Qingming Sword,” priced at “99.99 million.”
Needless to say…
Many were waiting for the miracle of the “third-tier Qingming Sword” to happen again!
Unfortunately, the pawnshop never reappeared with that sword, radiating colorful light and brilliance!
Yet, the emergence of billionaires due to the “third-tier Qingming Sword” awakened countless merchants, making them realize the astonishing profits hidden within the forging system!
An ordinary second-tier legendary weapon, worth only millions, could reach an astonishing price of hundreds of millions of silver after three forging processes—its profit multiplying by dozens. It was truly insane.
Turbulence swept through the martial world!
Many turned their attention to the forging system and blacksmiths…
“Large gangs seeking skilled blacksmiths above intermediate level; interested parties, come directly…”
“3,000 taels of silver for ‘Ronghua Su’; 20,000 taels for ‘Jinyu Ye’; 200,000 taels for ‘Ningyu Fen’.”
“Recruiting pharmacists above fifth level!!”
The market was filled with calls for goods that were rarely seen before, mostly from gangs.
“Buying ‘Water-Sucking Stones’! Price negotiable!”
“Buying ‘Explosive Crystal Stones’—must be at a good price; blacks, stay away!”
“Buying various high-grade metal ores!”
Even in Baokang County, similar scenes emerged. Miners and blacksmiths, who usually went unnoticed in blacksmith shops, were frequently asked about their levels and status. Those with valuable items acted arrogantly like bosses, followed by crowds, including gang leaders.
“Do you have enough materials to level up?”
“Let’s go!”
“Go for level 2!!”
Xiaokai and Leizhan, along with a group of miners from the Colorful Gate, hurried through the streets, often hearing conversations about leveling up.
Faced with these people blinded by profit, Xiaokai could only be speechless. Leizhan frowned deeply. “These people… it’s not that easy to level up. If lucky, they might succeed, but if unlucky, their weapons and materials will be lost—losing at least 1 million just to stay at level 1.”
“…”
The group nodded in agreement.

Caiyi Gate had also attempted to advance in rank before. The materials needed for Rank 1 were relatively cheap, so there were many attempts at it. Unfortunately, with a group of blacksmiths of low skill level, the success rate was extremely low—over 50% of the masterpieces were damaged. After forging a few, Happy, who had heard about it, immediately ordered them to stop. From then on, no one rushed to advance in rank casually anymore! Most of these gangs were driven crazy by the exorbitant price of the Rank 3 Qingming Sword and tried to take a chance, but with a 30% success rate and the dangers involved in the early stages, it was inevitable that most of them would end up in despair. When they arrived at the city gate, over forty charming young girls appeared before Happy. “Jade Coral,” whom he had met before, stood together with another more composed beauty, observing him with interest. Without any introduction from Lei Zhan, Happy already figured out that the beauty beside Jade Coral must be the head of the Black Rose Family, and the rest of these female players were all members of the Black Rose Family. “It’s quite a nice sight,” Happy thought to himself, touching his nose. “It’s great to see you again, Happy,” Jade Coral said with a sweet smile as she walked over. “Let me introduce her—this is the head of our Black Rose Family, Sister Black Rose. We’re all your fans!” “Pleasure to meet you!” Black Rose looked at Happy and bowed heroically, full of chivalrous spirit. “The same here,” Happy replied with a smile, bowing back. “I heard that your entire family joined the Mu Family, which completely changed the imbalance in our Mu Family, with too many males and few females. Thank you all for respecting us.” “Actually, it’s a mutual benefit,” Jade Coral said seriously. She couldn’t forget Happy’s unrestrained and domineering side in the ancient tomb, nor his decisive actions in the Reeds Marsh battle. With Happy’s sharp mind, any hidden intentions would be exposed, so it was better to be honest from the start and explain everything openly: “Happy, actually, our Black Rose Family originally planned to form a gang. As you know, more and more gangs are fiercely competing for resources, with constant battles. Without sufficient strength and reputation, it’s impossible to protect one’s interests. To continue developing and growing stronger, forming a gang is an inevitable choice!” “…” Happy nodded. “It’s a pity that we’re just semi-professional game guilds, and since we’re girls, there are many limitations. We can’t attract skilled experts to join, nor do we want to join some ordinary gangs and become vassals…” “Then why choose the Mu Family? Compared to many gangs, the Mu Family, which is just starting out, has no advantages at all,” Happy said with a smile, spreading his hands. “It should be said that we chose you.”

Yu Shanshu looked resolute and spoke bluntly, “If you tried to build a gang and dominate like an ordinary person, the Black Rose Family would definitely not join rashly. We don’t want to get involved. My sister and I need to be responsible for our sisters. We don’t want endless conflicts.” After a pause, a strange fervor flashed in Yu Shanshu’s eyes. “But you calmed down the two biggest problems—Lei Zhan and Baokang County—in just one day. Not only did you integrate yourself into Baokang’s upper echelons, but you even improved the local conditions! I can’t think of anyone who could shake your Five-Faction Alliance in such a short time.”
“Smart.”
Kai Xin smiled.
“So, do you plan to develop quietly under the protection of the Mu Family?”
“Yes.” Yu Shanshu looked at Kai Xin with concern and pleading. “Although this answer might not be entirely correct, that’s indeed what I think. Rest assured, as a reward, all the resources my thirty-some sisters have obtained during this time will be donated to the gang’s warehouse without charge.”
“Without charge?”
Kai Xin was intrigued.
He glanced at the group of female players behind Yu Shanshu. Their expressions were very serious, as if they had already discussed this beforehand.
“That’s right, without charge. Our Black Rose Family has over two hundred people in total. These are the sisters from our logistics department—the ones with the highest professional standards in our family. It’s a way for us to repay the Mu Family for allowing us to use their resources in Shenlongjia.”
“Agreed!”
Kai Xin nodded. Right now, the gang still needed a lot of resources because it would soon enter a period of intense growth. To avoid being left behind in this wave, they had to accumulate enough resources.
It was really timely that these sisters from the Black Rose Family showed up!