Chapter 421: Chapter 399: Peace and Prosperity

“Not bad!”

Wang Wu was not surprised; it was impossible for him to oust that new Chief. The realm of a Taiyi True Immortal was a hard standard, one that he couldn’t reach, and thus, he couldn’t independently manage everything.

And the Hidden Origin Association, being a massive neutral camp for over five million years, wouldn’t make an exception for him in its internal rules and regulations.

However, this new Chief arrived quite quickly, didn’t he? Wasn’t it supposed to be six months?

Now he couldn’t sit still and came running to reap the benefits!

Wang Wu smiled silently.

There was no more to say; he urgently had to get Xiong Shiliu, Yuan Bupu, General Xuelang, and Madam Yu to return quickly, complete Hidden Element Tasks, and swiftly improve their Hidden Element Steward Level.

Because as long as they reach Second-Grade Steward, they would have voting rights.

If he didn’t want to be marginalized by this new Chief in the future, he had to engage in some magical combat on this front.

After all, this sub-altar, upgraded at Wang Wu’s own expense without sparing any cost, was now showing some promise and was about to become a coveted asset.

Otherwise, the newly appointed Chief wouldn’t be rushing over so hastily.

Of course, before this, there was one more thing to do: the 1.5 billion points of Demonic Qi outside the city had to be retrieved quickly, before the news reached the Jade Cauldron Immortal Alliance, and before the new Chief arrived.

Power is something that, if not used now, will become obsolete.

At this thought, Wang Wu already appeared in that terrifying demonic energy storm outside the city. Even here, he sensed danger, feeling that his foundation could be destroyed, twisted, and torn apart.

That is to say, with his current strength, he couldn’t hold out long in this demonic energy storm.

Demonic Qi, demonic Qi, how could it be so simple?

However, sorry, face the Dimensional Strike.

One thought from Wang Wu, and the Hidden Origin Bell thunderously activated; beams of divine light soared into the sky, transforming into a giant phantom of the Hidden Origin Bell above, then falling down to envelop Wang Wu—

Hmm, he temporarily changed his mind. Initially intending to retrieve all the demonic energy at once, he opted for a slightly cautious approach, because at that moment, at least ten spirit talismans sealed with spiritual energy were thrown in from all directions, directly increasing the amount of demonic energy to 1.6 billion points.

The other party wanted to use this method to kill him, or if not, at least further destroy the Hidden Origin Bell.

Pretty bold!

At this moment, the demonic energy boiled and began frenziedly targeting Wang Wu for assault.

This had nothing to do with Wang Wu’s Passive Concealment Level; the vitality on him became the best vent for the demonic energy.

The demonic energy would be involuntarily attracted to him, entangling him. Either he purified and refined the demonic energy, or he sunk along with it, joined the demonic energy, understood the demonic energy, becoming the demonic energy!

But this was 1.6 billion points of demonic energy, and its impact was already comparable to a full-force strike of an Immortal Artifact.

In the past, although it could be withstood, the cost would not have been cheap.

Remember when Wang Wu blocked Gui Taizhen’s bizarre finger chase, it directly consumed ten thousand strands of the Five Qi of the Human World.

But at this moment, with only twenty Heaven-Supporting Pillars upgraded in the Hidden Origin Bell’s base, its power drastically increased, forming an exponential suppression.

That is, consuming only five hundred strands of the Five Qi of the Human World per second could firmly suppress the demonic energy.

After holding out for a few seconds, seeing no movement from the opponent, Wang Wu was quite helpless.

He’s been exposed!

The effect was too impressive, scaring the opponent away, leading them to flee.

“Pack it up! I’m not greedy.”

Wang Wu decisively decided, using the Deputy Chief’s authority, fully activated the Hidden Origin Bell. In that instant, boundless divine light surged from Dragon Head City, covering tens of thousands of miles, directly forming an unprecedented Hidden Origin Bell phantom, pressing down towards the center of the demonic energy mass.

With just this, those lurking in the shadows, eager to act, panicked, over twenty figures appeared, wanting to stop it, but who could stop an Immortal Artifact?

Wanted to complain, where to lodge a complaint?

Wanted to double down, re-enter heavily, that would be a one-way ticket!

Wanted to curse out loud, well that’s feasible, the Hidden Origin Association wouldn’t respond to insults!

The power of the Hidden Origin Bell had only released less than 25%, its total power only at 75%, yet it already left the opponents in despair.

This was beyond the help even if a Taiyi True Immortal or Gui Taizhen came.

Furthermore, this time it wasn’t Wang Wu’s personal issue anymore, but rather, he was using his role as Deputy Chief to employ the Hidden Origin Bell to subdue the demonic energy.

He wouldn’t need to pay in the form of the Five Qi of the Human World, but instead, he would receive rewards.

Although he also couldn’t harvest this 1.6 billion demonic energy, all of it would become property of the Hidden Origin Association.

But, he would get dividends.

Altogether, within only three seconds, accompanied by a grand and commanding chime, the Hidden Origin Bell shrank from a coverage area of tens of thousands of miles to just a few dozen kilometers, almost becoming tangible.

And the 1.6 billion demonic energy inside submitted instantly, transformed into 1.6 billion points of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi.

“Collect!”

With a loud cry, Wang Wu declared peace in the lands and serenity in the rivers.

Meanwhile, there was a vibration of information on his Jade Talisman.

“You have exercised the authority of the Deputy Chief; you have mobilized the Hidden Origin Bell to launch an eradication war against the demonic Qi mass enveloping Dragon Head City. The Dragon Head City branch of the Hidden Origin Association has harvested 1.6 billion Dou of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi, and this income will be included in the branch’s annual revenue.”

“You have received a reward of ten thousand strands of the Five Qi of the Human World; you have obtained ten thousand Hidden Origin Contribution Points, and you have gained the annual dividend, allowing you to allocate fifty million Dou of Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi.”

“Friendly reminder, due to your status as Deputy Chief, the new Chief has not yet taken office, and there are no Second-Grade or higher Stewards in the branch to vote, you will have the right to plan the branch’s annual revenue.”

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Great news!

Wang Wu laughed heartily, not daring to delay, and immediately returned to the Hidden Origin Bell, where the 1.6 billion points of Spiritual Qi were indeed waiting for his allocation.

No, it was already Spiritual Qi that had completed the initial allocation.

Among them, he obtained fifty million points of Spiritual Qi as the annual dividend.

Meanwhile, ten billion points of Spiritual Qi need to be handed over to the headquarters of the Hidden Origin Association. That’s right; as a branch, the annual task is ten billion points of Spiritual Qi. Less than ten billion points is a small loss, less than eight billion points is a moderate loss, and less than five billion points is a severe loss.

At this moment, the remaining five hundred and fifty million points of Spiritual Qi is the annual revenue of the Dragon Head City branch, which can be planned.

Normally, this would require a proposal by the newly appointed Lord Chief Steward, with Wang Wu, as the Second Chief Steward, and all Second-Grade or higher Stewards in the branch voting.

Now, Wang Wu alone can decide.

If you don’t use the power, it will expire!

Laughing thrice in his heart, Wang Wu pondered slightly and used the Jade Talisman to open the Common Vault of the Hidden Origin Association, which is relative to the Secret Vault.

The materials in the Common Vault are certainly not as good as those in the Secret Vault, but they have their own advantages.

Wang Wu immediately clicked on materials like Profound Iron.

At this time, the Jade Talisman automatically prompted whether to purchase in his personal name or in the name of the Deputy Chief. The former requires using his own pocket, while the latter is a public purchase.

It is certainly the latter.

In the next second, a message appeared.

“The Hidden Origin Bell is under full supervision. Any embezzlement or malpractice will receive a warning, and persistent offenders will be punished!”

“Please state the purpose of purchasing Profound Iron.”

“Repair and upgrade the base of the Hidden Origin Bell.” Wang Wu calmly replied. He was not a corrupt official and would not be corrupt.

“Statement approved; the purchase can proceed. Based on the past three thousand years of profitability of the Dragon Head City branch, the current status of the branch, and changes in the surrounding situation, this purchase will enjoy a sixty percent subsidy. Please choose the type of Profound Iron materials to purchase.”

“1: Fifth-Level Refined Profound Iron, equivalent to a Celestial Fifth Grade Lifebound Flying Sword, priced at ten billion Dou of Spiritual Qi per piece, and with subsidy, the price is four billion Dou of Spiritual Qi.”

“2: Sixth-Level Refined Profound Iron, equivalent to a Celestial Sixth Grade Lifebound Flying Sword, priced at one billion Dou of Spiritual Qi per piece, and with subsidy, the price is forty million Dou of Spiritual Qi.”

“3: Seventh-Level Refined Profound Iron, equivalent to a Celestial Seventh Grade Lifebound Flying Sword, priced at ten million Dou of Spiritual Qi per piece, and with subsidy, the price is four million Dou of Spiritual Qi.”

“4: Eighth-Level Refined Profound Iron, equivalent to a Celestial Eighth Grade Lifebound Flying Sword, priced at one million Dou of Spiritual Qi per piece, and with subsidy, the price is four hundred thousand Dou of Spiritual Qi.”

“5: Ninth-Level Refined Profound Iron, equivalent to a Celestial Ninth Grade Lifebound Flying Sword, priced at one hundred thousand Dou of Spiritual Qi per piece, and with subsidy, the price is forty thousand Dou of Spiritual Qi.”

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Goodness, this is too favorable!

Wang Wu’s eyes lit up once again, feeling that the Hidden Origin Association truly offers great benefits. He thought for a moment and chose the Ninth-Level Refined Profound Iron, not because it’s cheap, but because he had the Companion Iron Essence.

His good brother, his big brother, is the real king. Eating Ninth-Level Refined Profound Iron and excreting all Eighth-Level Refined Profound Iron, the whole process just takes some time and costs almost nothing.

“Purchase Ninth-Level Refined Profound Iron; I want ten thousand pieces!”

With a wave of his hand, the four hundred million points of Spiritual Qi in the Dragon Head City branch’s account were instantly transferred, and the transaction was successful. Almost simultaneously, the corresponding ten thousand pieces of Ninth-Level Refined Profound Iron were stocked.

The delivery fee was even saved.

Wang Wu used his Divine Thought to scan and was almost startled because these ten thousand pieces of Profound Iron weren’t like ten thousand pieces of toffee, but those of considerable volume, enough to upgrade another twenty Heaven-Supporting Pillars.

Profited, profited, big profit indeed.

The Hidden Origin Bell becomes stronger, doesn’t that mean he becomes stronger!

Hmm, there’s still one hundred and fifty million points of Spiritual Qi left; it needs to be spent quickly.

Otherwise, when the new Chief comes, it might be troublesome.

Next, Wang Wu desperately swept through the Common Vault, acquiring ten Mountain Moving Talismans to fill the big pits outside Dragon Head City, right?

Ten River-Transportation Talismans, to ensure favorable weather and the happiness of life within the borders, these conditions cannot be missing.

And various Spirit Grass Seeds, these are useful to plant in the mountains and forests, which can also effectively convert Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi…

Anyway, a burst of crazy buying until every last bit of Spiritual Qi was spent.

Really satisfying!

Exiting the Common Vault, Wang Wu didn’t delay for a moment. Taking advantage of the Hidden Origin Bell, he carried out Instant Teleportation, crossing one hundred and fifty thousand miles in an instant, and appeared at the edge of an endless desert.

This is where the Vermilion Bird Immortal Monarch arranged the base for the Sin Prison Legion.

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