Chapter 223 Deceiving the Spiritual Contract

This trade fair is more like a place for communication.

For example, Prince Wang had an amazingly powerful background and commanded channels and resources. Businessmen from the Jing Kingdom rushed to make friends with him.

"Fellow Daoist Wu! Fang just heard that the prince is planning to recruit two bodyguard servants. The monks from the Liang Kingdom will be given priority so that they can have someone to dispatch when they arrive in the Jing Kingdom."

The purple-faced brawny man sounded slightly excited.

"Oh? If so, Fellow Daoist Fang can give it a try."

Lu Changan followed the trend.

The purple-faced brawny man was a relatively small number of late-stage foundation-building monks among the Liang Kingdom monks on the ship.

When applying for a job as a guard servant, your cultivation level has certain advantages.

If you can climb up to such a powerful person, you can reach Jing Kingdom safely, and you may have an opportunity to take advantage of the situation in the future.

"Won't you give it a try, fellow Daoist Wu?"

"I am mediocre in strength and dull in character. I may not be able to serve you well."

Lu Changan shook his head.

He has little interest in various contracts that restrict freedom.

During the trade fair, some monks from the Liang Kingdom signed a contract of betrayal with the Jing Kingdom Chamber of Commerce.

Although he was exploited by the Jing Kingdom Chamber of Commerce and sold as cheap coolies, it was still better than dying in Liang Kingdom or being forcibly recruited to the battlefield of cultivating immortals.

For example, the purple-faced brawny man was wanted by his sect as a deserter on the battlefield. If he stayed in the Liang Kingdom, he would definitely die.

Lu Changan guessed that these chambers of commerce signed contracts with quota restrictions and had to pay a certain price to the Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce.

Therefore, they will try to maximize their interests when signing a contract.

At the trade fair, Lu Changan noticed Miss Wei's behavior.

Miss Wei negotiated with several foundation-building monks who were very skilled.

These foundation-building monks meet the "consecration" conditions mentioned by the Crescent Chamber of Commerce just now, and have second-level and upper-level skills.

For such skilled talents, the contract conditions given by major chambers of commerce should be more relaxed.

This woman's behavior made Lu Changan think deeply and make some associations.

…

In the afternoon of the next day, the purple-faced man returned to the room with a disappointed expression.

Lu Changan later learned that the purple-faced brawny man failed to become the prince's bodyguard, and even failed to pass the primary election.

Lu Changan thought for a moment and understood the reason.

The hunchbacked old servant next to the prince could not tell the truth from the truth, at least he was a fake Danzhenren, with a vicious look.

The purple-faced man is murderous. As a deserter on the battlefield, his identity is unclear and he has no loyalty at all.

The purple-faced man quickly gave up his thoughts.

The next day, he joined the Crescent Chamber of Commerce, signed a contract of betrayal, and became a bodyguard of the chamber of commerce.

"Fellow Daoist Wu, if you sign a contract with the Chamber of Commerce, although you will lose your freedom for a period of time, it is better than losing your life."

After the purple-faced brawny man joined the Chamber of Commerce, he tried to persuade Lu Changan.

"Besides, it's easy to enjoy the shade under the big tree, and the Chamber of Commerce will also provide a spiritual vein dojo and supplies."

"I heard from Manager Jia: More than ten years ago, there was a monk from the Liang Kingdom who performed well during the contract and married the eldest lady of the Chamber of Commerce. Later, he became one of the principals of the Chamber of Commerce. Those days were much more nourishing than those in the Liang Kingdom. "

Lu Changan smiled and said nothing. This story may indeed have a prototype, but it is definitely an exception among cases.

If you don't draw a big cake for you, there is no hope at all. How can the monk who signed the contract be willing to work hard for the Chamber of Commerce?

"Fellow Daoist Fang, can the spiritual contract you signed be shown to Wu?"

Lu Changan felt moved and suggested.

"What do you mean, Fellow Daoist Wu?" The purple-faced man raised his eyebrows slightly and asked hesitantly.

"There is a saying in the secular world that there is no business without treachery. Wu wanted to see if there was any manipulation in the signed spiritual contract."

Lu Changan said cautiously.

The purple-faced man laughed and said, "Fang is not an ignorant person. There is no problem with the content of the spiritual contract."

After that, he took out a spiritual contract scroll made of yellow leather and let Lu Changan look at it.

"Second level spiritual contract...Fang Zhong...Crescent Chamber of Commerce..."

Lu Changan checked the formal terms and the responsibilities of both parties and found nothing wrong.

Through this spiritual contract, Lu Changan learned the full name of the purple-faced brawny man: Fang Zhong.

The name Fang Zhong may also be a pseudonym.

But it does not affect the binding force of the spiritual contract.

As long as you leave your own magic mark on the spiritual contract, it will take effect.

This kind of mana brand has the unique spiritual aura of a monk.

Its binding force is close to that of the inner demon's oath, which adds the effects of mana backlash and position sensing within a certain range.

Even if he was lucky enough to escape, he would be unable to move within the Jing Kingdom and he would become a wanted criminal.

This second-level spiritual contract book is worth one thousand to two thousand spiritual stones each depending on the effect, and is protected by the Jing Kingdom Merchant Alliance.

"Yeah, no problem."

Lu Changan nodded and returned the spiritual contract scroll to Fang Zhong.

After Fang Zhong left, a smile appeared on Lu Changan's lips.

The binding force of this second-level spiritual contract is mainly aimed at monks at the foundation-building stage and below.

If the fake Dan is a real person, signing it is almost equivalent to signing it in vain, and the price of breach of contract is very small.

Lu Changan's spiritual consciousness and physical training have reached the level of fake elixir real person, so he is naturally not afraid of signing this spiritual contract.

In addition, the mana breath simulated by his Hundred Fantasy Mask can even try to deceive the spiritual contract.

After all, it is only a second-level spiritual contract, and there are loopholes to exploit.

Lu Changan made up his mind to find a good chamber of commerce and sign a spiritual contract.

…

After several days of private contact, Lu Changan found a relatively suitable target.

A guest room on the second floor of the Spirit Ship.

"Fellow Daoist Wu claims to be a second-level alchemist. Let's verify whether he can make alchemy."

At the main seat, a handsome young man dressed in silk and a jade crown said bluntly.

The handsome young master is the representative of the "Five Blessings Chamber of Commerce", and the accompanying monks from the chamber of commerce call him Young Master Xia.

"Wu is not talented. He can refine a second-level elixir that can be quickly converted into an elixir."

Lu Changan couldn't let the other party ask questions, mainly because he, a second-level alchemist, was relatively weak.

The reason why the skills of the Talisman Master and the Puppet Master are not revealed is because they are worried about their identity being revealed.

The ancient ruins and the hidden danger of killing the Jinyang Sect monks are still unknown.

We are going to Jing Country now and we are not familiar with the place, so it would be safer to take it easy.

In the world of immortal cultivation in the Liang Kingdom, the outside world only knew that Lu Changan was a Talisman Master. Only the monks who were close to him knew that he also practiced puppetry skills.

As for the attainments of the second-level alchemy master, no one outside knows.

"Master Xia, please take a look."

A few days later, Lu Changan successfully opened the furnace and refined three second-level low-grade Huiyuan Pills.

Mr. Xia had no expression on his face after checking the quality of the elixir.

He handed the elixir to the old man with a mustache beside him.

The old man with a mustache carefully identified the elixir, sniffed it with his nose, and frowned slightly.

"Sir, Wu Fan is indeed a second-level low-grade alchemist, but his techniques are relatively mediocre. I'm afraid he doesn't have any special skills."

The old man with a mustache built his foundation and cultivated in the later stage, and transmitted the message to Mr. Xia.

"After all, he is a second-level alchemy master who will be beneficial to the clan and the Chamber of Commerce. No matter how advanced his skills are, he will not be able to reach our Wufu Chamber of Commerce."

Mr. Xia sighed secretly and said in a message.

After confirming Lu Changan's skills.

Mr. Xia asked some more questions and made insinuations to test Lu Changan's background.

The Chamber of Commerce must vouch for the identity of the Liang Guo monk who signed the contract.

In the event of an enemy's mischief, or an extremely evil person committing crimes in Jing Kingdom, the guarantor's chamber of commerce will also be jointly and severally liable.

"Mr. Xia, is this twenty-year contract too long?"

Lu Changan said unsatisfied.

Mr. Xia explained: "The monks from your country who signed the contract on the spiritual ship basically started twenty years ago, and this cannot be changed."

"What's more, we provide Fellow Daoist Wu with a beautiful second-level spiritual dojo, the basic spiritual stones and supplies needed for cultivation, including the service of a beautiful concubine..."

"The annual amount of alchemy will be reduced by another 30%. For the excess, normal remuneration will be charged."

Lu Changan bargained symbolically.

Mr. Xia discussed with the old man with a mustache for a while, and finally agreed to Lu Changan's request.

Lu Changan secretly thought that although this condition was not as good as enshrinement, it was still considered a reasonable employment relationship.

The only criticism is that the basic salary is low and the tenure is relatively long.

However, Wufu Chamber of Commerce needs a guarantee to sign a monk, and a sum of spiritual stones must be paid to Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce.

Purchasing the second-level spiritual contract of the Merchant Alliance is also a cost.

Therefore, the conditions of the Wufu Chamber of Commerce are relatively loose among the chambers of commerce that Lu Changan negotiated with.

Of course, this is because the Wufu Chamber of Commerce is not strong and has a demand for second-level alchemists.

In comparison, other large chambers of commerce have more stringent conditions.

…

A quarter of an hour later.

Lu Changan signed a second-level spiritual contract with the chamber of commerce represented by Mr. Xia.

The constraints of the spiritual contract are much looser than Fang Zhong's.

Lu Changan used the "Hundred Fantasy Mask" to simulate other people's magical aura, leaving a mark on the second-level spiritual contract.

In this way, when he arrives in Jing Kingdom's world of immortality, whether he fulfills his contractual obligations depends entirely on Lu Changan's mood.

"Mr. Xia, Wu is now an external monk signed by your Chamber of Commerce. Can you ensure his safe arrival in Jing Country?"

Lu Changan asked.

"As long as you don't encounter the Demon Cult, our Chamber of Commerce can ensure that you arrive in Jing Country safely. Once you enter the country, you will undergo a final identity check, and you can easily pass if you have the spirit contract book."

Mr. Xia's tone was much gentler and he answered patiently.

"Dare I ask, how likely is it to encounter the Demon Cult?"

Lu Changan had inquired on the ship before that encountering the Demon Cult was the biggest threat.

The Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce has greater energy and can avoid disasters.

"It's about a 10 to 20 chance."

Mr. Xia was very calm.

"In case of an unfortunate encounter, you don't need to panic. As long as you are not a hostile target that the Demon Cult will kill, you can just pay the ransom."

"Two out of ten?"

Lu Changan thought of Miss Wei on the spirit ship and felt that the possibility had more than doubled.

…

Unknowingly, the Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce's spiritual ship flew in the deserted land between the two countries for a month.

The journey is already over halfway.

Lu Changan felt reassured: with less than half of the journey left, even if something unexpected happened and he had to go to Jing Country alone, the pressure would be much less.

Because the area close to the Jing Kingdom was less affected by the war to cultivate immortals, and the risk was not as great as that of the Liang Kingdom.

"Fellow Daoist Wu, you actually joined the 'Wufu Chamber of Commerce'?"

"The situation of this chamber of commerce is not optimistic. The industries under its business name have been suppressed by the 'Crescent Chamber of Commerce'. They have been losing money in recent years and are almost unsustainable."

Fang Zhong got the news from nowhere and felt unworthy of Lu Changan's choice.

He originally invited Lu Changan to join the Crescent Chamber of Commerce, but the latter did not agree and instead joined the weaker Wufu Chamber of Commerce.

Only then did Lu Changan know the true inside story of the Wufu Chamber of Commerce, and that they were actually enemies of the Crescent Chamber of Commerce?

Lu Changan chose the Wufu Chamber of Commerce because he felt that the Chamber of Commerce was easier to talk to and had more relaxed conditions, nothing more.

Even if the conditions of the Crescent Chamber of Commerce are not harsh, Lu Changan does not want to join.

Because Li Congren obtained his ferry ticket through the Crescent Chamber of Commerce.

If Lu Changan joined the Crescent Chamber of Commerce, the latter would most likely investigate his situation. If the investigation was in-depth, there was a certain chance that his identity would be associated.

"Friend Wu, I toast you! No matter what the future holds, before landing in Jing State, Fang will recognize you as a friend."

Fang Zhong drank a glass of spirit wine, his tone was bold, and his face with accumulated flesh was flushed with purple and red wine.

Lu Changan heard the implication and drank a glass with a smile.

At the same time.

On the deck of the head of the spirit ship.

The elegant young man in a golden robe and the long-haired woman with a veil covering their faces stood side by side, overlooking the sea of ​​clouds below.

"Prince Wang, we will arrive in Jing State in a dozen days. Do you think the monks of the Demon Cult will rob and kill us?"

Miss Wei lifted her hair, her black eyes, smooth forehead, and straight nose were dimly visible under the veil, outlining her cold and three-dimensional facial features.

"Miss Wei, don't worry."

Young Master Wang was calm and said in a sonorous tone:

"With me here, even if the demon monk comes, what's the harm?"

Bang!

A dull roar that shook the mountains came from the distant sky.

Young Master Wang's heart trembled violently, his face turned pale instantly, and he felt a sense of fear.

At this moment, the monks on the entire spirit ship were restless and their ears were ringing.

"Not good!"

The hunchbacked old man who closed his eyes and rested not far away suddenly changed his expression.

Swish!

He quickly got up and, together with the beautiful girl next door, escorted Young Master Wang back to the superior guest room.

"Ah..."

Miss Wei covered her face with her hands, looking panicked.

No one noticed that the corners of her lips under the veil were raised with a hint of sarcasm.

...

In the guest room on the first floor, Lu Changan and Fang Zhong were also startled.

"What's the sound?"

Fang Zhong ran out of the room anxiously and looked into the distance.

"A third-level monster? Accompanied by a strong demonic energy?"

Lu Chang'an closed his eyes and sensed it, and was moved.

Buzz!

The Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce's spirit ship, with its formation fully activated, slowed down and maintained order inside the spirit ship.

Moo~

In the sky six or seven miles away, black wind and strange fog were whistling, and a terrifying roar was heard.

The cultivators used spiritual eye spells to look around and investigate, and their hearts were pounding.

At the scene of the incident, there was a huge black iron bull, as tall as a tower, with hooves like pillars, stepping on the black wind and angry flames, and the flying sand and rocks swept for a mile or two.

Bang! Crack!

Under its four hooves, a more than 30-foot-long Chamber of Commerce spirit ship had its hull cracked, and a tearing sound came from it that it could not bear the heavy load.

In the spirit ship, black wind and angry flames were rolling, and waves of shrill wails were gradually swallowed up.

"Black Wind Bull! The sacred beast of the Xuanyin Demon Cult!"

On the spirit ship, some knowledgeable Chamber of Commerce cultivators were pale and their voices trembled.

Black Wind Barbarian Bull, with the upper bloodline of the Earth Grade, has a body like a diamond, is extremely powerful, is good at black wind magic, and has extremely strong lethality.

Near the Black Wind Barbarian Bull, there are two teams of monks in dark robes, slaughtering the injured monks who escaped from the spirit ship.

"Xiang Jinglong! You joined the Demon Sect and helped the tyrant to do evil. The Liang State Sect will kill you sooner or later."

A green-shirted beautiful woman with fake Dan cultivation, with blood oozing from the corner of her mouth, her spiritual light dimmed, her skirt burnt black, and she fell to the ground powerlessly.

"Bah! Old woman, how majestic were you when you were chasing a certain family back then?"

Xiang Jinglong, with a wheat-yellow complexion, was wearing a gold-plated wide robe, and stepped on the fake Dan female cultivator of the Lihuo Palace from top to bottom.

The green-shirted beautiful woman's ribs were broken, and she said miserably: "Xiang Jinglong... killed the descendants of the elders... you can't escape the catastrophe..."

"What descendants of the elders, explain clearly?"

Xiang Jinglong's face sank, and his eyes were gloomy.

Back then, he committed a crime in the market of the Mo family and was suspected of revealing his identity. It was a trivial matter and there was insufficient evidence. He was then wanted by the Lihuo Palace for no reason.

In recent years, he has established a firm foothold in the Demon Cult and tried to investigate the cause, but found no clues.

At this moment, listening to the words of the green-shirted beautiful woman, he vaguely touched the truth.

Xiang Jinglong picked up the green-shirted beautiful woman and wanted to ask more questions.

It turned out that the woman had become a slightly warm corpse.

In order to avoid humiliation and torture, the other party used the last bit of remaining magic power to destroy her heart veins and died.

"Bad luck!"

Xiang Jinglong's face was gloomy, and his eyes were cast at the spirit ship that was twice the size in the sky several miles away.

"Master Xiang, it is the spirit ship of Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce."

The middle-aged leader of the fake dan of another team of dark-robed monks showed a tacit smile.

...

The spirit ship of Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce was on full alert and tried to bypass the scene of the incident.

However, the spirit ship was huge and its speed was far inferior to that of the fake elixir cultivators, nor could it be compared to the small spirit boats of the same grade.

Moo~

The black wind bull of the third-level great demon was so fast that it caught up with him in a dozen breaths.

Xiang Jinglong and another fake elixir of the demon sect led two teams of cultivators to outflank him.

With Lu Changan's rich experience in running away, he should not act rashly at this time, otherwise he might attract the attention of the third-level great demons and the fake elixir of the demon sect.

Anyway, there were two or three fake elixir on the spirit ship, either openly or secretly.

The best time was to attract the attention of important figures and make the situation chaotic.

Moreover, as long as Miss Wei was on the spirit ship, Lu Changan did not have to worry about his own safety for the time being.

The other cultivators on the spirit ship were in a panic.

Unlike Lu Changan, they had insight into more of the inside story.

There was only one fake elixir real person in the Jiuchen Chamber of Commerce.

That was the middle-aged man in Confucian clothes who was in charge.

"Master Xiang, we are legitimate merchants from the State of Jing, and we have always paid the tolls without fail. Can we…"

The middle-aged man in Confucian robes came out with a smile.

He glanced at the Black Wind Bull above his head, which cast a huge shadow, and his eyelids twitched.

"Stop talking nonsense, let go of the formation! I only arrest suspicious cultivators from the Liang Kingdom Sect!"

Xiang Jinglong said impatiently.

The middle-aged man in Confucian robes smiled bitterly, exchanged a few words with the managers of several large chambers of commerce, and finally ordered to open the formation of the spirit ship.

"Everyone stay in the spirit ship, and those who dare to come out will be killed without mercy!"

Xiang Jinglong and the middle-aged fake Dan boarded the spirit ship from the front and back, respectively, and checked each room one by one.

This search was much stricter than the Liang Kingdom Sect.

Whether it was an ordinary room or a superior room, every corner was checked without exception.

The third-level demon Black Wind Bull was wandering in the sky, and the terrifying and cold black wind demon power made the cultivators feel suffocated.

The two fake Dan real people of the Demon Sect monitored the inspection of each room throughout the process.