Cosmic-Level Demon God
Chapter 222 - 152: The Fourth Senior Brother of Nanhuang Daoist School, The Unparalleled Second Junior Brother in the World

Chapter 222: Chapter 152: The Fourth Senior Brother of Nanhuang Daoist School, The Unparalleled Second Junior Brother in the World

Lin Yunqing was worried about finding the next angel investor. The top financial conglomerates and Star Sea giant corporations, due to their long-term involvement in Dongxia’s large-scale expansion campaigns, had access to a vast array of resource worlds.

For instance, United Pharmaceutical’s most famous head products, various grades of energy liquids, were sourced from the two resource stars of Wanxia and Changhai, which were rich in crystalline minerals and easy to extract.

Back in the day, United Pharmaceutical invested in the Great Expeditionary Corps, providing free supplies for nearly four hundred years, and reaped abundant rewards from ten resource stars as a result.

This business deal was seen as a classic case of collaboration between Star Sea giant corporations and Dongxia, leading to a slew of imitators.

But none of the results were too successful. A military operation of the scale of the Great Expedition, which was almost unprecedented, consumed resources at an unimaginable rate daily.

Even financial conglomerates, compared to the war machine roaring across the entire Galaxy, could only offer a drop in the ocean in terms of help.

Take the Fourth Battle Group, stationed at the Hellfront on the borders. Many opportunists eager to serve the country tried to cooperate with capital, but lost one-tenth of their assets in just one day, suffering massive losses.

"Eighty to one hundred points of life force; to transition smoothly and not be halted by the bottlenecks of rapid growth, you must experience a Cosmic Daylight refinement of the Mortal Body."

Lin Yunqing rolled back and forth on the couch, her connections only extended to the Imperial Capital and Hai Province, as well as academic circles. She was indeed not familiar with those super forces who were all about profit.

"Ms. Lin, are you having leg cramps?"

Qin Shi had just finished his cultivation course and saw Lin Yunqing wriggling like a maggot. He couldn’t help but ready his fists, eager to showcase his skills as a technician.

"Yes, yes, I’m so poor it’s causing cramps!"

Lin Yunqing said irritably.

"With such unstable emotions, it looks like it’s that time of the month."

Qin Shi grabbed Lin Yunqing’s flailing legs and seriously said:

"Ms. Lin, please trust my technique; it can definitely relieve your physical pain."

This brat wants to take advantage of me!

The touch of the opposite sex made Lin Yunqing’s body instinctively tense, but as his ten fingers lightly pressed, stroking her fair, smooth skin, a warm current seemed to gather, soothing her inner agitation.

Hey! It seems to actually work!

Unconsciously, Lin Yunqing relaxed, her whole body sinking into the couch like she was soaking in a hot spring, so comfortable she nearly let out an involuntary moan.

"This bitch’s constitution is indeed below average. Her life force gathers very slowly and her absorption is poor. Increasing the resources won’t solve the problem. No wonder they say she has no talent."

Qin Shi’s spiritual power slowly spread through his palms, permeating Lin Yunqing’s flesh and blood, scanning the situation.

In the Martial Arts path, it’s generally accepted that the physique should be strong, with either endurance or strength surpassing the standard.

If the absorption and conversion rate of resources is above fifty percent, it’s already outstanding.

Based on Qin Shi’s preliminary assessment, Lin Yunqing’s rate was below thirty percent, categorizing her as a "low-grade spiritual root," almost devoid of potential to become a martial artist.

"Ms. Lin, how does it feel?"

Qin Shi turned the woman over and started massaging her back.

As the saying goes, when someone gives you a hand, you treat them with respect. Lin Yunqing had helped him a lot, getting those cultivation resources.

Using his skills to thank her didn’t seem inappropriate.

"Assistant Qin, have you interned on a ship? Your technique... using old Imperial Capital slang, is simply authentic!"

Lin Yunqing felt thoroughly relaxed, too lazy even to speak energetically.

"Ms. Lin, your blood flow isn’t smooth, which naturally slows your training progress. Let’s do this; from now on, I will give you a weekly blood-pushing treatment. This is a specialty of the Old Martial Sect and can help improve your condition."

Qin Shi had inherited Hong Sheng’s true teachings from Old Liang and studied his master’s health manuscripts, gaining ample knowledge that he could practice on the woman.

"I think I need this service too."

Chen Yun had arrived at the villa unnoticed, looking at the man and woman on the couch:

"I haven’t slept well recently. Qin, come and give me a massage too."

Lin Yunqing, unwilling, quickly protested:

"I’m requesting extended time!"

Chen Yun flicked her short, freshly washed hair and frowned:

"Yunqing, this is greedy behavior. We agreed you’d be the first to enjoy, bringing the others later. After you’re satisfied, it’s my turn!"

Lin Yunqing proudly and justifiably said:

"I’ve made countless phone calls, ran multiple departments, communicated with customs, and got the necessary approvals. I barely managed to gather the right cultivation resources! What’s wrong with enjoying Assistant Qin’s services?"

Chen Yun raised an eyebrow, seemingly full of competitive spirit:

"Anyone can spend money! Yunqing, our Inspection Department sacrificed a lot of resource quotas, including a few bottles of Minerals! Senior inspectors on the front line of the Operations Department receive only a handful a year."

Lin Yunqing countered proudly, showing off her merit:

"Minerals are indeed important, but Assistant Qin is already listed in the Heng Province Martial Arts Association. With his talent and performance, he won’t lack martial arts resources.

However, resources for enhancing spiritual power are not easy to find. I almost used up all my pocket money to gather them!"

Chen Yun glared at Lin Yunqing, grinding her teeth:

"Who doesn’t have some reserves? If I just ask Old Chen..."

Sandwiched between the feuding women, Qin Shi had complicated feelings; he was just a technician, not a gigolo.

The way you objectify men is quite cheesy!

"Stop, stop!"

Qin Shi stopped Chen Yun, who was ready to swipe her card, and quickly said:

"The funding provided by the Martial Arts Association is used up, but Ms. Ren from Nanhuang Daoist School assured me I didn’t need to worry about that. She said Fourth Senior Brother from Nanhuang Daoist School has extraordinary connections and is a master at securing investments, highly respected in Hai Province. Ms. Ren guaranteed that if we need money, we should just ask!"

Chen Yun and Lin Yunqing were stunned; they had never heard that Nanhuang Daoist School had such an expert, and asked simultaneously:

"Who exactly is the Fourth Senior Brother of Nanhuang Daoist School?"

Qin Shi scratched his head, trying to recall:

"I think his name is Nie Zongwen, known in Jianghu as the ’Night King of Hai Province,’ a very commanding title, seems like a top-tier expert."

...

...

"Ah Wen, you’re finally back."

At the temporary quarters of Nanhuang Daoist School, Senior Sister Yu Weiwei carried steaming hot food, smiling warmly:

"Would you like to taste my homemade nutritious meal?"

The tall man wearing sunglasses and a red jacket, who had just stepped in the door, almost turned around to run.

He glared at Ren You, who was ranked ninth and was very obvious in his eyes.

Didn’t you say Third Senior Sister was in Central City?

Ren You looked innocent.

How would he know Yu Weiwei’s whereabouts?

Even Xuanming, the active consciousness body maintaining the operation of Nanhuang Daoist School, acted like a quail when seeing Third Senior Sister, wishing to hide away.

After all, she was the fearsome entity known as the Spiritual Witch!

"I already ate when I got off the car."

The tall man in sunglasses laughed awkwardly, exuding resistance all over.

"Senior Sister, I’ve recently accepted a major job; I can’t afford to mess up my image. Please, spare me."

He clasped his hands, eyes full of fear, dreading that Yu Weiwei might force-feed him those indescribable foods.

Compared to Ren You breaking through to the specialized level, then being sent to the hospital by a love meal from Senior Sister,

his experience was even worse. His proud and handsome face almost swelled and ruined his career.

"I’ll wait for Qin to come back then."

Yu Weiwei sighed, clearly distressed that her meticulously prepared dishes weren’t appreciated.

Among the many junior brothers and sisters who treated her like a plague, only little Qin was willing to accept her meals, truly a rare gem.

"I heard Master accepted a new closed-door disciple, so I thought to come back and congratulate him, and meet the new junior brother."

The tall man removed his sunglasses, revealing his charming eyes. Standing next to Fourth Senior Brother, Ren You, who was already plain, appeared even more like a generic bystander.

This fourth-ranked disciple of Nanhuang Daoist School, though not very famous, exuded a "charming" aura.

His limpid eyes seemed capable of intimately looking at a dog, his face fair and alluring, surpassing a "handsome" man to an "exquisite" beauty.

"Senior Brother Nie, you’re so flashy; if the Master sees you, he’ll definitely beat you. The old man despises this look of yours the most."

Ren You sighed heavily; any male in the presence of Fourth Senior Brother would feel immense pressure.

It was like transforming from a normal human into a grotesque goblin, looking repulsive.

The experience was unpleasant.

...

...

"This is Senior Brother Nie."

As the sun set, stepping into Nanhuang Daoist School’s gates, Qin Shi was introduced by Ren You.

He looked at the most mysterious Fourth Senior Brother, Nie Zongwen, in astonishment.

Senior Brother Nie was indeed extraordinary!

The tall man in the red jacket sitting in the hall looked like he was in his thirties but had an unrestrained and bold demeanor of a wanderer.

"Hello, Senior Brother Nie."

Qin Shi took the initiative to greet him.

He remembered Old Ren saying that all the funding and investments over the years for Nanhuang Daoist School were sourced by Nie Zongwen, spanning various industries, including Star Sea giant corporations.

"Junior Brother’s foundation is quite good."

Nie Zongwen stood up warmly, walking around Qin Shi and scrutinizing him:

"Appearance, eighty-eight points. Physique, ninety-five points. Temperament... a little immature, lacks a bit of seasoning, eighty points... Sorry, Junior Brother, it’s an old habit. My name is Nie Zongwen, you can call me Fourth Senior Brother or Wen Ge, like Ren You does."

Qin Shi felt uneasy under his gaze and blurted out:

"Senior Brother Nie, I heard you have a business in Hai Province, what kind of business is it?"

Nie Zongwen humbly smiled:

"Mainly one-on-one or one-to-many, providing clients emotional value and psychological satisfaction. Here’s my business card, Junior Brother. If you have time to visit Hai Province, I’ll certainly entertain you well."

Qin Shi took the luxurious gilded card, reading "Tianma Club."

"My job is dull, mostly night shifts. I usually start by cleaning the workspace, then exercising and doing chores, sometimes cooking. My work mainly starts after ten at night, possibly working all night..."

Nie Zongwen shared passionately, likely wanting to show his connections and influence, pulling out his terminal to show Qin Shi:

"I heard from Ren that you’re an Old Martial genius with the potential to inherit Master’s legacy. I was in a rush and didn’t bring a gift. But martial arts consume resources, inevitably involving big companies. Junior Brother, I’m quite familiar with this; let me find something suitable for you..."

Qin Shi looked at the terminal in his hands, noticing the contacts.

[Wealthy Flower (Imperial Capital, Dongxia Bank)]

[Queen Bee (Hai Province, Huarui Group Executive)]

[Twinkling Star (Yuezhou, Tomorrow Media Editor-in-Chief)]

[...]

"So, Senior Brother’s talent lies not in cultivation or networking... but in dominating the social scene?"

Qin Shi scanned through the names, over a hundred contacts, meticulously annotated and tagged.

Each person’s location, occupation, and even birthdates and cycles were clearly noted.

"Senior Brother Nie, known as the Night King of Hai Province? Turns out it’s because of the night shifts!"