Chapter 10: Allocation of Shares (Part 2)

Li Ran couldn’t help but smile and said, “There aren’t two souls. But his soul is inherently strong, so there’s no bottleneck for him to advance.”
Zhen Wuji was surprised and said, “No bottleneck… That’s… terrifying.” He knew well how abnormal those without any cultivation bottlenecks were. After a while, he shook his head and said, “Fortunately, I’ve already reached the ninth-tier altar. Otherwise, I would really be devastated.”
Li Ran smiled and said, “People are different, and their opportunities vary. He’s just been lucky.”
Although Zhen Wuji didn’t understand the mystery behind it, he knew that luck was also a form of strength. He said, “Heh, I’m quite fortunate too. Maybe I won’t come out again after returning this time, unless I reach a level beyond the ninth-tier altar.” He was also among the top professionals. In this life, nothing else mattered except reaching a level beyond the ninth-tier altar.
Li Ran asked, “Twelve, you don’t need to go to the Yaobi Damiitian. Where do you plan to go?”
Guo Shieru fell silent for a moment. He felt that time was running out, which was affecting his advancement, but he still needed to find Master Kumu and Masteress Monier. So far, he hadn’t found any clues. With a bitter smile, he said, “I’d better return to the Gu Miluo Continent first. Brother Li Ran, I need to find my master and masteress.”
Li Ran nodded and said, “It’s okay. I’ll go with you. Well, do you need my help?”
Guo Shieru replied, “That would be great. There are countless continents in this world, and it’s really hard to find people.”
The collapse of Bone Mountain caused significant losses to the three families. Most professionals managed to escape and were flying around in the sky. With many high-level Great Sage Masters arriving, many altar-level experts were busy rescuing people.
Taking advantage of the chaos, countless professionals rushed in from the periphery, and alarm signals flew everywhere, turning the sky into a fireworks display. Guo Shieru wondered, “Who dares to come here? It seems like many professionals are here to attack?”
Li Ran said, “I don’t know. There seem to be many professionals. Look… alarm signals are rising from all directions.”
Guo Shieru said, “I knew it. Those professionals who were driven away wouldn’t give up easily.”
Zhen Wuji said, “Heh, we’re already out of it. Let’s leave here first. Soon, this place will become a battlefield.”

Guo Shier said, “Don’t rush to leave. Come and watch the excitement.” He knew Li Ran still wanted to find a master who surpassed the ninth-tier altar. In a battle of this scale, there would surely be experts, and perhaps he could find a professional at the same level as himself.

Li Ran also smiled and said, “Yeah, it’s good to watch. I believe no one will dare attack us, hehe.”

Zhen Wuji felt a bit helpless. He had seen too many wars among professionals and didn’t really want to stay here. But since Li Ran and Guo Shier wanted to stay, he didn’t feel right leaving alone. He said, “Alright, then let’s watch. Come over here.” The three of them flew to the side and sat on the altar, observing quietly.

Many professionals came in, overwhelming in number. With just one glance, Guo Shier estimated that in his direction alone, there were seven or eighty thousand professionals, divided into countless small teams. Each team ranged from twenty to thirty people to a hundred or so. It was obvious they were united by various ancient clans.

Li Ran said, “If we add up all four directions… there are over three hundred thousand professionals. I wonder who’s leading them and coordinating them. What a bold move, hehe.”

Guo Shier said with a wry smile, “It’s not just bold. The people who organized this… must be extremely powerful. They were able to unite so many ancient clans. Even if they’re scattered, they can still win by sheer numbers. If there are a few professionals at the ninth-tier altar, hehe, the Yuanke Alliance, the Red Flag Merchant Alliance, and the Dayang Sect will be in trouble. Even if they win, it will be a narrow victory, let alone if they can win at all.”

Li Ran laughed and said, “You’re really smart. You sold our share from the start, hehe. Those three factions must be in extreme distress now. They can’t handle either fighting or negotiation.”

Zhen Wuji said, “Negotiation is no longer possible. Those three factions have already paid a heavy price. Making them give up what they’ve got is extremely difficult. Only strength can speak now. This war is bound to break out.”

Guo Shier rubbed his chin and said, “You know… this is a battle involving seven or eighty thousand professionals. How many people will die?”

Zhen Wuji said, “I think those three factions are still a bit stronger.”

Guo Shier laughed and said, “It’s a pity those three factions aren’t united. If they were, maybe they could still win. Now it’s hard to say.”

Li Ran said, “Hehe, right. They even know to set up defensive talisman arrays.”

The professionals from the three families got to work, with a large number of high-ranking grand masters participating to quickly set up three defensive talisman arrays. After all, there were many people involved, and everything needed for the arrays had already been prepared. Once arranged and blessed with virtual talismans, the arrays could be activated immediately. In this way, the forces of the three families united as one. Guo Shier said, “Not bad, not bad… With this, our chances of winning increase a bit.”

At that moment, Ruowang Tian, Yi Jumaru, and Hua Wulang flew over. All three looked displeased. As they approached, they bowed simultaneously. After all, they were top-tier professionals, so Li Ran, Zhen Wuji, and Guo Shier wouldn’t turn them away. After returning the bow, Li Ran smiled and said, “Everyone, since you’re not holding back in your own teams, what brings you here?”

Ruowang Tian said, “We can’t start fighting anytime soon. I came… to ask the three of you for help. As for the reward, we can discuss it… Whatever our Yuanke Alliance has, we’ll provide it. If not, we’ll find a way to get it. I believe there’s nothing our Yuanke Alliance can’t find.”

Yi Jumaru snapped, “Does our Red Flag Merchant Alliance not have more than what you have? Please come to our Red Flag Merchant Alliance. The reward we offer will be higher, not lower!”

Hua Wulang from the Dayang Sect looked gloomy and said, “Hey, you’re going too far. The three families… no one should try to dominate alone!”

Guo Shier, Li Ran, and Zhen Wuji all remained expressionless. They had no desire to get involved in this mess; watching from the sidelines was the right choice.

Ruowang Tian, Yi Jumaru, and Hua Wulang continued to argue. Guo Shier raised his hand and said, “The three of you… the three senior experts, it seems we haven’t agreed to anything… Why are you arguing?” He acted innocent.

The three were stunned. It made sense—after all, the other three hadn’t agreed to help them yet.

Ruowang Tian said, “I’m asking for Guo Shier! If you’re capable, ask the other two.” He knew Guo Shier’s sacrificial treasure was a super powerful weapon—one person could rival hundreds of thousands. It would be foolish not to invite someone like him.

Yi Jumaru and Hua Wulang sensed something was off intuitively, but they had never seen Guo Shier unleash his spirit beast. Since Ruowang Tian had chosen Guo Shier, they were also happy and immediately extended invitations to Li Ran and Zhen Wuji. It was a sincere invitation—any conditions could be discussed, any requests could be met. They all understood what a ninth-tier altar professional meant, not to mention Li Ran, who was beyond the ninth tier.

The handsome old man appeared again and said, “I’m already swamped with work. Why are you all making noise?”
Guo Shier decided not to get involved and explained a few things with a smile. The handsome old man said nonchalantly, “Oh, then you decide. I’ll go back to working.”
Ruo Wangtian said, “Guo Shier, as long as you agree, just make a list of whatever you need, and we’ll give it to you…” He appeared to be very wealthy.
Guo Shier spread his hands and said, “Sorry, I no longer need anything. I already have everything I want.”
The attempts to recruit them also failed completely. Li Ran and Zhen Wuji refused outright—they certainly wouldn’t go help fight. Those who came to besiege them were high-ranking rulers from various continents, and since there was no conflict of interest, they didn’t want to offend so many families and professionals.
Without the three’s promise, Ruo Wangtian and the others looked disappointed. After discussing quietly for a while, Ruo Wangtian stepped forward and said, “If you refuse to help us… then it’s fine, but we need your promise.”
Li Ran’s expression changed immediately. He said, “I won’t let others dictate what I have to do!”
Ruo Wangtian was shocked and quickly said, “No, that’s not what I meant.”
Li Ran asked coldly, “Then what do you mean?”
Yi Jumaru realized the situation was bad. Provoking Li Ran now wasn’t a wise move. These three were extremely powerful, and he definitely couldn’t afford to offend them. He forced a smile and said, “This promise… we can exchange it for something, hehe.”
Guo Shier immediately became interested. The reason he hadn’t agreed to help was twofold: first, he already had enough materials, and second, he didn’t want to get involved in war—killing was never a pleasant thing. He said, “Oh, what kind of promise… that would make you willing to pay a price…” As soon as he finished speaking, he realized what he meant.
“Is it to prevent us from helping those professionals?”
Ruo Wangtian hurriedly said, “Yes, that’s exactly it!”
With Li Ran and the others’ strength, no matter which side they joined, the other side would find it hard to resist. Especially since Ruo Wangtian knew better—that it was Guo Shier who truly balanced the scales. His sacrificial treasure was absolutely monstrous; it could control hundreds of thousands of spirit beasts. Just thinking about unleashing it on the battlefield made him shudder.
Guo Shier wouldn’t miss such an easy opportunity. His eyes darted around frantically. Ruo Wangtian and the others watched anxiously, fearing he would demand too much.
The handsome old man appeared again, and Guo Shier quickly asked, “Handsome old man, what else do we lack?”

Ruo Wangtian, Yi Jumaru, and Hua Wulang stared at the handsome old man as if they wanted to kill him; they knew he was a spirit sacrificer. With Guo Shier’s support and Li Ran and Zhen Wuji by his side, the handsome old man wasn’t afraid of these three. He blinked and said, “Of course, there are shortages… many…” Ruo Wangtian and the others were filled with rage. Just moments ago, Guo Shier had said there were no shortages, but now that a spirit sacrificer had appeared, he claimed there were many shortages—how infuriating! Though they inwardly lamented, they still forced smiles on their faces, but thesymbolic lights lights flashing in their eyes revealed their true feelings. Guo Shier held back his laughter and said, “Oh, fine. Then you go ahead and explain.” With just one sentence, the handsome old man left Ruo Wangtian and the others frozen in midair. Book 37: Golden Flame Well