The Ambitions to Conquer the Official Career-Chapter 727: The Battle for Interests

"Why did you give up the power over that place?" Ji Yang had just gotten home when he received a call from Chu Shuyuan.

Ever since Ji Yang had indicated his intention to cede the responsibility for Shisong County, the local leaders naturally divvied up the interests right away, and now almost everyone had flocked to Shisong County. Ironically, it was Ji Yang who ended up doing more of the work back in the city.

Chu Shuyuan obviously knew about the situation and was quite puzzled.

When Chu Shuyuan asked him this, Ji Yang said, "You all should know the situation in Shisong County by now, right? That place, because of the ancient cultivator’s Blessed Lands and Caves and the Formation, has attracted a lot of forces. Qian Huifang and the others can only transfer their projects now."

"I’ve heard Huifang mention this. They said it was your idea. Tell me, what exactly do you know?"

Ji Yang didn’t hide anything from Chu Shuyuan, saying, "Do you know about the Tenth Bureau?"

"I know a little. It’s a special bureau, but I’m not sure about the details. They say their office is in Capital City, yet it’s really just a branch."

Ji Yang said, "I’ve only recently found out that the Tenth Bureau is responsible for cultivators. Its members are from various cultivator families, and normally, these powers are hidden within the Blessed Lands and Caves."

"I’ve also vaguely heard some things, but I’m not very clear on the details. Are there really cultivators? Are they like those you read about in novels, flying around all over the place?" Chu Shuyuan was clearly not very knowledgeable on the matter and was curious.

Ji Yang said, "I haven’t seen anything like you mentioned, but some of them have indeed cultivated True Yuan..." Ji Yang briefly relayed to Chu Shuyuan what he knew about these people.

Chu Shuyuan exclaimed in surprise, "So, the incidents occurring in Shisong County could very well be related to cultivators. No wonder so many people are heading to Shisong County. Our Chu Family is also discussing whether to go there or not. Many within the family see it as an opportunity."

Ji Yang asked, "What’s your opinion?"

"I’d like to hear your opinion first. After all, you are the one who knows the place best. Do you think it would be profitable for the Chu Family to go there?"

For large families, interests are what matter most.

Ji Yang said, "First, the ancient cultivator’s cave does exist. However, I suspect that the ancient cultivator may not have left anything behind. Then there’s the search for a Feng Shui Master named Dimanxi from Nanyang who has gone missing. The people from the Tenth Bureau suspect that this person has obtained the legacy. Which means, even if a family were to control Shisong County now, they might not necessarily obtain the legacy."

"Isn’t there a Fengshui Formation?"

"That Formation is said to be a Fengshui Formation that contains Spiritual Energy in the air. I refer to that special substance as Spiritual Energy, which I know from novels. However, the place where Spiritual Energy appears is contended over by various major powers. It’s because Qian Huifang and the others occupied a position rich in Spiritual Energy, that’s why the transfer of their projects was so valuable. What do you think about the Chu Family’s chances of benefiting once they arrive here?"

Chu Shuyuan fell silent; the Chu Family saw only profit and did not consider the competition they would face there.

"I understand the situation too. It’s just that the benefits there are too tempting. Qian Huifang and his crew just owned some real estate, and after transferring it, they reaped tens to hundreds of billions in profits. Everyone believes that, even without a cultivation legacy, by managing those places well, they can still reap huge benefits."

"It’s just the Fengshui Formation, after all. I’m thinking of inspecting the other three counties. I suspect that the same kind of Fengshui Formation might exist in other places too. If the same situation applies elsewhere, then the profitability of Shisong County might not be as significant."

Chu Shuyuan was silent for a while before speaking again, "You’re right. Shisong County has now become a battleground for interests. Staying there might not allow you to achieve much; yielding the benefits, on the other hand, might earn more goodwill from others."

Ji Yang said, "Currently, masters both domestic and international, along with significant powers, have arrived in Shisong County. One mistake could lead to a major upheaval. If I stayed there refusing to relinquish the benefits, I would be responsible should anything happen."

Chu Shuyuan chuckled, "Now that you put it that way, I understand. Since that’s the case, stay away from that place. You should let your superiors know about your decision."

"Don’t worry, even if I say nothing, Zhang Chaoping and the others will promote what I did. Now there isn’t a single person who doesn’t know about it."

"Take care of your own safety too, don’t get into conflicts with them," urged Chu Shuyuan, her concern evident at the mention of danger.

"Rest assured, I’m fine. Besides, I’ve handed over the assistance rights to Zhang Chaoping. He’s in Shisong County Town every day now, making contact with various forces."

Chu Shuyuan sighed, "For Zhang Chaoping and the others, it’s an opportunity. As long as they maintain good relations with those major powers, it could turn into their chance."

Ji Yang said, "Let’s not worry about them. Do you miss me?"

Upon hearing this, Chu Shuyuan responded softly, "Yes."

"Where do you miss me?"

The two of them started exchanging some flirtatious banter.

"I’ve heard from Huifang that you’ve gotten stronger and can even produce electricity during certain activities. What’s that all about?"

When Chu Shuyuan asked this, her voice had a special undertone to it.

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"I’d love to, but there’s just too much going on right now." The conversation then shifted back to Chu Shuyuan’s work as she led a team in a certain province, busy with their tasks.