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Not only did he change, but he also had an imposing aura. It could be said that he was confident. He could even say that it was nothing to do with the Spiritual Island's destruction. He was truly different from the old Daoist De Ming. Miao Yi could see his determination. Even Sect Master Yuling and the others couldn't do anything to him.
He tried asking, "Aren't you afraid that Sect Master Yuling will remove you from your position as shopkeeper and transfer you back to the Vitality Sect if things get out of hand?"
De Ming replied, "It's not that the Sect Master hasn't thought about it. He already had the intention to transfer me back, but I'm the one who manages the store. The suppliers and connections are all handled by me. If I'm gone, the store's operations will definitely be in trouble. The Sect Master and the others will have to think twice. So what if I'm forcibly transferred back? It's the same for everyone, unless the Sect Master and the two Senior Aunts personally handle it. I'd love for them to do so. They'll understand if I'm right or wrong once they come into contact with me. If the Vitality Sect wants to prosper, it needs the support of an enormous amount of wealth. Why isn't Ancestral Master Qi Wu Zhenren important in the Celestial Court? It's the same logic. Now that the Vitality Sect's development is right in front of us, we can't miss it! "
As expected, this guy had the ability to control Yuling and the others. Even if Miao Yi didn't do anything, the three of them wouldn't be able to suppress him. If they really caused a ruckus, the Vitality Sect wouldn't listen to them anymore. The reason was simple. This guy could provide a better future for everyone in the Vitality Sect. If they were to use force, Sect Master Yuling and the others wouldn't be able to win against this guy with Xiahou and Longcheng supporting him.
"Actually, Sect Master Yuling and the others' worries aren't unfounded. The destructive power of profit is simply too great. Once the Vital Energy Sect fully gets involved, there's a possibility that they might betray the Vital Energy Sect's founding principles!"
De Ming said, "It's better than being oppressed. If we don't have the ability to protect ourselves, we might be destroyed at any time. If the Vitality Sect is gone, how can we keep our founding principles? Besides, we don't have to get the entire Vitality Sect involved. If the Sect Master and the others want to stick to their founding principles, then they can continue to do so. A portion of the people will stick to their roots and focus on business to provide the Vitality Sect with sufficient financial support. This isn't contradictory. We can kill two birds with one stone. Why not? "
Miao Yi asked, "Do you really want to do this? You should know that Sect Master Yuling is your father. If nothing goes wrong, you'll take over the Vitality Gate sooner or later. Have you thought this through? "
De Ming sighed and said, "This is no longer a question of whether I want to consider it clearly or not. I can't go back. The Sundry Goods Store has developed to this stage. Now that the Vitality Sect had tasted the sweetness of success, everyone's thoughts were running wild. Who would be willing to go back to the past? This is the will of the people. If the Sect Leader and the others really do this, they will become the sinners who hinder the Vitality Sect's development in the eyes of the people. If everyone really stands up against the Sect Leader, how can my father continue to be the Sect Leader? Could they kill all the disciples of the Vitality Sect? I can't go back. Sir, I really can't go back! "
Miao Yi could only sigh at her words. He really didn't expect things to turn out this way. A sect might have money, but the people's hearts would change.
De Ming had already made it this far without hiding anything. There was no turning back. From Miao Yi's personal standpoint, or perhaps from his own interests, it would be beneficial for him if the Vitality Sundry Goods Store developed well. There was no need for him to stop anything. Thus, he agreed to mediate between the father and son so that they wouldn't fall out.
De Ming was obviously confident in Miao Yi's ability. Seeing that Miao Yi had agreed, his mood improved. He asked, "Sir, are you going to visit Madam Bi Yue to give her some jewelry?"
Miao Yi nodded. "Yes! I will also explain the incident of the Spiritual Island being attacked. I was trapped in the Blood Demon Array for hundreds of years. I have nothing to do with this matter. The people from Skytraversing Palace can testify. "
"Sir, please leave this matter to me. I will definitely make sure that you don't have to worry about anything." De Ming promised.
Since he could save himself some trouble, Miao Yi naturally didn't want to cause trouble. He took out the jewelry set and handed it over to De Ming to pass to Madam Bi Yue.
After looking at the jewelry set, De Ming asked again, "Sir, you said that you were going to make the jewelry high-end. Do you have any plans now? "
Miao Yi originally wanted to take out all the jewelry he had brought, but the previous conversation made Miao Yi apprehensive. Besides, the Morality and Miscellaneous Goods Store had already developed to this stage. There was no need to rely on jewelry to make it better. The jewelry sold by the Morality and Miscellaneous Goods Store was a little unsuitable, so it was better to think of another plan. He then said, "The person who refined the jewelry saw that our jewelry was selling well, so they no longer intend to give us the jewelry. They are preparing to open their own store to sell it."
De Ming asked suspiciously, "Sir, didn't you say that the person who refined the jewelry did it for their own enjoyment and not for sale?"
Miao Yi sneered. "You actually believe such words? If you didn't say that, how could you sell the jewelry at such a high price? "
De Ming suddenly realized something. He slapped his forehead and laughed. "Sir, you are right. This humble Taoist was confused. This is just like how the Morality and Miscellaneous Goods Store doubled the number of goods they had. The huge stock of goods shocked everyone, and it could be said that it established the Morality and Miscellaneous Goods Store's reputation in one fell swoop. After that, Huangfu Jun? After Y found out about it, he also praised you for using such a good bluff. He praised you many times for being a rare talent. "
Miao Yi suddenly felt a surge of anger. He had done all he could to help the Morality Sect, but this idiot actually told an outsider that Miao Yi was lying. He really thought that Miao Yi was shameless. He said in a low voice, "You even told this to Huangfu Jun? Y？”
De Ming seemed to realize that he had said the wrong thing. He immediately felt awkward and explained, "She has always been suspicious of where we got the financial resources to gather such a huge amount of goods. She asked about it after helping us many times. In order to show our sincerity in working together, I revealed a little."
Miao Yi sneered at him. He wanted to kick him to death. "It was Huangfu Jun who instigated the Morality Sect to force Sect Master Yuling to abdicate? Y's idea, right? "
De Ming quickly waved his hand. "No, no. No outsider interfered with the Morality Sect's affairs."
Miao Yi would not have thought about the false declaration of goods. Now, he was certain that it was not De Ming's idea. It would be strange if there was no outsider instigated such a despicable method to force his own father to abdicate. Recruiting thousands of disciples was not something that could be done in a short period of time. It was even more impossible for De Ming to force his father to abdicate, which further proved that it was an outsider's idea. Xiahou Longcheng did not have the brains, so it was most likely Huangfu Jun? Y's rotten idea. Him and Huangfu Jun? Y had crossed swords before. It seemed like that bitch's despicable methods.
Especially when he even told such a secret to Huangfu Jun? Y meant that De Ming and Huangfu Jun were close? Y was very close. Did he not suspect Huangfu Jun? Who did Y suspect?
However, he did not say much. He only reminded, "Sir, it's better not to let outsiders know too much about some things. Be careful that Huangfu Jun ate Y without leaving any scraps. That woman is not a good person. If she and Xiahou Longcheng work together, they can take you down! "
De Ming was rather embarrassed. He did not say much. After feigning civility, he took his leave.
On the other hand, Miao Yi stood alone in the room and sneered. "I've tried my best to help you guys earn money, and now you're selling me out! Your mouth is so unreliable. My 20% will be destroyed in your hands sooner or later. Bastard, you've become so arrogant after earning some money. You really think you're someone important. If I can help you up, I can beat you back to your original state. Just wait and see how I'll deal with you later. You really think you're invincible! "
He did not have a good impression of the people who forced his father to abdicate. Now that they had sold him out, how could he not be furious?
When De Ming returned, he came back with Zhongli Kuai. De Ming told him that he had already helped him settle the matter. The jewelry was also delivered to Lady Biyue, who was very satisfied with the jewelry. The 100 million Red Crystals she brought was also transferred to Miao Yi.
Zhongli Kuai took his leave. Apart from escorting Miao Yi back, he had also come to verify whether Miao Yi was telling the truth. If he was lying, he would naturally turn against him. If he was telling the truth, then they would be friends.
Miao Yi could not persuade him to stay. Zhongli Kuai had to return to his sect to report. Miao Yi had to personally send him out of the city.
Before they parted, Zhongli Kuai warmly invited, "Come to Skytraversing Palace when you're free."
"Definitely!" Miao Yi agreed. He did not forget to remind him, "Don't forget about my share of the treasure map."
Zhongli Kuai rolled his eyes.
In the end, the two of them left the Star Bells behind as a way to keep in touch.
Zhongli Kuai took to the skies and left. Miao Yi watched as Zhongli Kuai disappeared and returned to the city. Unexpectedly, just as he reached the general store, someone threw a pear at his head.
He brushed it aside and looked up, only to see Mother Xu waving her handkerchief at one of the windows of the Heavenly Fragrance Restaurant, gesturing for him to come up.
Naturally, he could not refuse an invitation from an old friend. Someone was already waiting at the entrance of the Heavenly Fragrance Restaurant, and brought him to the guest area upstairs.
Inside, a table full of food and wine was already prepared. Mother Xu gestured for him to take a seat.
Miao Yi swept his gaze across the table full of food and wine, then happily sat down. "Are these all for me?"
"What do you think?" Mother Xu giggled.
"How did you know I was back?" Miao Yi asked curiously.
"I told him," Huangfu Jun replied. Y's voice came from outside. Soon, he walked in with Xue Linglong.
A pair of beauties was very pleasing to the eye! Miao Yi was instantly amused. He said in an ambiguous tone, "De Ming must have told you, right?"
"Why? I haven't seen my old friend for so many years. I've specially prepared good food and wine to welcome you. You don't have to be so rude, do you? " Y smiled and sat to the side.
Miao Yi immediately put on a smile, his eyes staring at her face and figure without the slightest scruple as he said, "Manager Huangfu is really getting more and more beautiful. Every time I look at you, my heart beats rapidly. I realize that I can't help but like you. It just so happens that Manager Huangfu is still unmarried, and neither am I. If Manager Huangfu doesn't mind, why don't you become my woman?"
Mother Xu and Xue Linglong couldn't tell that he liked her at all. They both pursed their lips to stifle their laughter.
'Huangfu Jun?' Y immediately gritted his teeth. "If you're so capable, you should first get past Xiahou Longcheng and Kou Wenlan!"
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