"Guess."

Luo Feng did not answer directly, smiling as he looked at Yang Wan’er.

"So mysterious."

Yang Wan’er pouted her alluring red lips, opened the bottle stopper with her jade fingers, gently sniffed the bottle mouth with her delicate nose, and raised her beautiful Daimei eyebrows with a rather surprised expression.

"Miss, what kind of wine is this?"

Elder Qian stood five steps away and still caught a strong whiff of the wine. As someone knowledgeable in wine, he couldn’t immediately identify it. Seeing Yang Wan’er’s surprised expression, he couldn’t help asking.

Yang Wan’er gently inhaled, sealed the bottle stopper, and softly spoke:

"The wine fragrance is thick and dominant; a mere whiff makes one feel slightly intoxicated. Moreover, the aroma contains a trace of evil Qi, as if countless ferocious beasts are hidden within. If I’m not mistaken, this should be the renowned Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor of the Southern Forest Wild Tribe?"

With slightly lifted eyes, Yang Wan’er glanced at Luo Feng.

"Correct."

Luo Feng nodded, inwardly admiring Yang Wan’er’s vast knowledge. When he first saw Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor, he had been pointed out by Yingkui to recognize its true nature, yet she deduced it from just the scent, truly impressive.

"Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor of the Wild Tribe!"

Upon hearing this, Elder Qian gasped, his eyes nearly popping out.

"The spiritual efficacy of ten drops of Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor equals a sixth-grade Spirit Pill, a dream treasure for Tempering Body martial artists. However, this wine is only produced in Southern Forest and rarely flows into the Hundred Nation territories. How do you have so much of this liquor?" Yang Wan’er was somewhat surprised, looking at Luo Feng with curiosity.

The wine jar contained almost half a jar of Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor, an astonishing amount. With ten drops equaling a sixth-grade Spirit Pill, it amounted to five or six pills, worth a fortune.

Yang Wan’er did not know that the jar was initially full, most of it already consumed by Luo Feng.

Luo Feng recalled the Azure Sky City’s South Mountain Restaurant shopkeeper, saying: "It was given to me by an old acquaintance."

Yang Wan’er blinked; anyone capable of giving away so much Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor couldn’t be a simple character. Even True Yuan Realm martial artists wouldn’t have such largess. But she didn’t delve deeper, feeling that being appreciated by such an influential figure was an opportunity for Luo Feng.

Luo Feng said, "I’ve already cultivated Spirit and Flesh Unity, so the liquor’s spiritual efficacy isn’t of much use to me. Using it for the Business Alliance Conference is putting it to good use."

For Tempering Body martial artists, Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor is indeed a coveted treasure. But it only holds true for those who haven’t cultivated Spirit and Flesh Unity. With Luo Feng’s Spirit and Flesh Unity realm stabilized, the liquor’s efficacy can only utilize about fifty percent.

"In that case, I won’t hold back."

Yang Wan’er nodded without hesitation, saying, "At the Business Alliance Conference, the competition is about the quality of treasures. We won’t need so much of the liquor; I’ll take ten drops."

Then, Yang Wan’er retrieved a transparent porcelain bottle and, with a flick of her finger, a stream of wine emitting faint blood light rose from the jar and poured into the porcelain bottle.

Returning the wine jar to Luo Feng, Yang Wan’er said, "After the conference, I will auction these ten drops of Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor for Yuan Stones and give them to you."

"All right." Luo Feng put away the wine jar.

"With this Thousand Fierce Ten Thousand Poison Liquor, in tomorrow’s first match at the Business Alliance Conference, our Dayang Commerce Alliance has a Profound Level top-grade cultivation technique and a sixth-grade Spirit Pill, with a winning chance of over sixty percent! If we win the first round, our Dayang Commerce Alliance is likely to ascend to the throne as the top alliance. I can’t wait to see Zhouyan’s face at that time."

Elder Qian looked excited.

Yang Wan’er also had a slight smile on her face, looking at Luo Feng: "I owe you another favor."

Luo Feng smiled softly, saying nothing in reply.

"Miss, I’ll rearrange a courtyard for you."

Elder Qian said, as there was a fierce battle earlier, Yang Wan’er’s residence was completely ravaged, its original beauty turned into ruins full of alarming cracks.

Yang Wan’er shook her head: "No need, in two hours it will be daylight, and I’m not sleepy."

"Alright, I shall take my leave then." Elder Qian gave Luo Feng and Yang Wan’er a look and, with a trace of amusement in his eyes, said farewell and turned to leave.

"Waner, come with me to the Purple Sun Garden. I’m not sleepy either; we can spar for the remaining time, keeping us entertained." Luo Feng said.

This failed action from the Heavenly Position Business Line might not be their last attempt to assassinate Yang Wan’er; the two together are much safer.

Hearing this, Yang Wan’er showed a hint of panic on her face, biting her red lip with pearl-white teeth, she gazed at Luo Feng with uncertainty: "The moon’s dark, the wind is high, and it’s just the two of us in a room, are you intending to..."

Upon this, Yang Wan’er frowned slightly, seeming to be struggling with something internally, finally showing a decisive look on her pretty face, as if making some decision and said:

"You’re stronger than me, I’m not your opponent. For the sake of survival, I, the young lady, can only, can only..."

"Forget it then."

Luo Feng smiled bitterly inwardly; Yang Wan’er’s teasing character had not changed one bit.

After saying this, Luo Feng turned and left.

"Such a blockhead..."

Yang Wan’er pouted her enticing red lips and quickly caught up to Luo Feng, noticing his pale complexion, she frowned: "Are your injuries serious? Perhaps you shouldn’t train tonight."

"No major issue."

Luo Feng shook his head, glancing at Yang Wan’er: "The Heavenly Position Business Line is so rampant; this Business Alliance Conference drama might not end easily. Their target is you; we must be fully prepared."

"Okay."

Yang Wan’er recalled Luo Feng risking his life to block Elder Qi’s strike, a warmth surged in her heart, and with flowing eyes, she said: "You must be careful as well, breaking his plans like that. Elder Qi seemed to really resent you and might not let you off easily."

Luo Feng coldly smiled: "I’m indeed currently no match for him, but since he’s injured, killing me will come at a price."

Had anyone else said this, Yang Wan’er would surely have sneered. But hearing Luo Feng, she found nothing wrong with it. Not to mention, blocking two moves from a mid-stage Four Spirit Rotations cultivator with his late-stage cultivation level, it was already extraordinary.

"However, don’t try to show off like this next time. I don’t want anything happening to you."

Yang Wanyi, speaking without thinking, realized her words showed too much concern, a blush appearing on her delicate face. She added, "You are now highly valued by the Second Hall Master. If something were to happen, I couldn’t bear the responsibility. My father wouldn’t be able to accept it either."

Luo Feng found it strange; Yang Wanyi’s conversation seemed a bit different from usual.

Without thinking too much, Luo Feng smiled and said, "Thank you for your concern. I will be careful."

Heavenly Position Business Line.

Within a grand hall, Zhouyan sat on the chair, his expression extremely grim, as if it could wring water.

He had been eager to meet the beauty, yet what arrived was Elder Qi, covered in blood.

After a long pause, Zhouyan let out a deep sigh and said, "Elder Qi, are you saying that the person who ambushed you and caused your mission to fail was that Luo Feng by Yang Wanyi’s side?"

In the hall stood an old man in a black robe, his face displaying a sickly pallor.

Hearing Zhouyan’s question, a trace of sinister flashed in the eyes of the old man in the black robe, and he nodded:

"Precisely. I don’t know why, but it was as if he knew I was going to the Dayang Commerce Alliance’s base, hiding in the dark to ambush me. Caught off guard, I failed. Then Elder Qian and others were alerted. If it weren’t for him, I would have captured Yang Wanyi."

The old man in the black robe glossed over the incident in a few words. He naturally wouldn’t admit that he had clashed with Luo Feng and was even stopped twice. That would be a great humiliation for him.

"That detestable brat!" 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

A ferocious look flashed across Zhouyan’s face, the anger in his eyes almost becoming tangible.

"Family Head, don’t worry."

A sinister gleam flickered in the eyes of the old man in the black robe, and he said, "That brat can’t stay in Big Market City forever. Once the Business Alliance Conference ends and he leaves Big Market City, that will be the day of his death."

"Good. I’ll leave this matter to you then. This man must not be left alive!"

The old man in the black robe nodded slightly. The battle tonight was the greatest humiliation of his life. If possible, he would like to kill Luo Feng now, but he’s injured, and the Dayang Commerce Alliance’s base will surely tighten security after this incident; he can only wait for another opportunity.

"Family Head, Yang Wanyi is safe and sound; tomorrow’s Business Alliance Conference..." The old man in the black robe raised his head, a grave expression on his face.

Zhouyan stood up, took a few steps, and laughed coldly: "No need to worry. The Crown Prince had everything arranged well in advance. Even if Yang Wanyi participates in the Business Alliance Conference, it won’t change a thing. The first position belongs to our Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance. Let them enjoy for a few days more. Once we secure the first alliance seat, I will erase the entire Dayang Commerce Alliance from existence!"

A ferocious grin appeared on Zhouyan’s face, and then he waved his hand: "Alright, Elder Qi, you’ve been busy all night and must be tired. Go and rest."

After speaking, Zhouyan clapped his hands, and immediately, four graceful and stunning maids walked out from behind the hall, each with sylphlike figures and only wearing thin gauzy clothing, their alluring forms faintly discernible, making one’s blood boil.

Gazing at the four beautiful maids, Zhouyan exhaled, his eyes gleaming with dark intentions. Encountering Yang Wanyi last night, her enchantingly natural beauty had stirred an endless fire in him. Since acquiring that unparalleled beauty tonight was impossible, he could only seek solace among these charming maids.

Watching the four maids appear in the hall, the old man in the black robe frowned and said, "Family Head, the Business Alliance Conference will begin in two hours."

"I know, now get out!"

Pinching one of the maid’s round buttocks, Zhouyan, seeing that the old man was still lingering in the hall, displayed an unsatisfied look and coldly reprimanded him.

"Yes..."

The old man in the black robe, helpless, turned and left the hall.

Standing outside the hall, listening to the decadent sounds emanating from within, the corners of the old man’s mouth twitched. Gazing at the vast starry sky, he finally let out a helpless sigh and said quietly:

"Old Family Head, if you were here, our Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance wouldn’t have fallen to such a state. Alas... alas..."

Shaking his head, the old man suddenly recalled the young man with a knife he encountered at night. His composure in chaotic situations was truly admirable. If this family successor had even half of that calmness, the Heavenly Position Business Line’s quest for the first alliance spot would require no such underhanded tactics.

...

Time passed, and before they knew it, night had turned into day.

On the morning of the second day, the eastern sky, the fiery morning sun pierced through the early mist, shining over Dayang City, gilding the tall buildings with brilliant golden light.

The previously quiet Big Market City gradually became bustling, a cacophony of voices, as people gathered from various quarters, all heading in the same direction.

Among these people were disciples of noble families in luxurious attire, along with business leaders, renowned experts from the martial world.

"Brother Zhan, I didn’t expect to see you in Big Market City. Wow, you’ve reached the eighth level of the Spiritual Rotation Realm after three years! Congratulations!"

"Brother Han, don’t make fun of me. It took me five years to break through from the peak of the seventh level of the Spiritual Rotation Realm to the eighth. What’s there to congratulate? Some geniuses in the Golden Palace can break through in just three or five months."

"How can you compare yourself to them? Leaving aside talent, the cultivation techniques, pills, and other resources available to Golden Palace geniuses are far superior to ours..."

"Hahaha... You’re right, comparison only breeds frustration. Over the years, I’ve earned some Yuan Stones wandering the martial world, hoping to exchange for a cultivation technique in Big Market City. The higher my cultivation, the more vital the cultivation technique becomes. Continuing with a yellow-grade high-level technique, there’s no chance I could reach the ninth level of the Spiritual Rotation Realm even after a hundred years."

"Hehe, seems we have the same goal. I too want to see if there’s a suitable technique for me. The biennial Business Alliance Conference gathers wealth from all quarters; many precious treasures emerge. I hope it won’t disappoint me."

"Speaking of the Business Alliance Conference, the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance has held the first alliance spot for four consecutive terms. I wonder if this year will be the same."

"It’s hard to say. I’ve been in Big Market City for a while and heard many rumors. Ever since the old Family Head of the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance passed away, the new Family Head, Zhouyan, indulges in pleasure every night and neglects duties. The Heavenly Position Business Line’s day-to-day decline suggests there may be changes for the first alliance spot this time."

"Oh? There’s such a thing? I’ve been venturing in other empires these past years and didn’t know. So, among the four major alliances, who do you think is qualified to replace the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance?"

"Originally, the second-ranked Massive Cauldron Commerce Alliance had the best chance. However, I heard that their young master, Han Xuan, was ambushed on his way to Big Market City and is now seriously injured. Competing for the first alliance seat seems extremely difficult. I now have my eyes on the third-ranked Dayang Commerce Alliance. Their Family Head, Yang Dingtian, has reached the True Yuan Realm, and now he is flourishing. His daughter, the radiant Yang Wanyi, is an extraordinary talent not to be underestimated."

"Linglong Hall’s Fire Proud Sun, Yang Wanyi, I’ve heard of her. By the way, Han Xuan being ambushed en route to Big Market City, could it have been the doing of the Heavenly Position Commerce Alliance?"

"Disaster comes from careless words. It’s better not to make baseless speculations about such matters."

"Indeed. Let’s hurry to the Business Alliance Hall and secure a good spot."

On the avenue, acquaintances chatted with each other, and the topic was none other than the much-anticipated Business Alliance Conference...