Chapter 946 Free Trade State

Li Fan, whose appearance changed quietly, sat in a corner and listened attentively to the conversation of the monks in the fortress.

"Have you heard that the Immortal Alliance does not seem to plan to build a floating city in Jiushanzhou."

"Oh? What do you mean?"

"It's because the space here is unstable. Although Tianzun Dharma Image has thoroughly plowed Jiushanzhou, it has not changed the characteristics of the space. The teleportation array still cannot be used stably."

As soon as these words came out, the monks suddenly realized.

"If we don't build a floating sky city... then the Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance can't just ignore such a large piece of land, right?"

"It's hard to say. Before, we could rely on the geographical advantages of the Nine Mountains to build a city on the mountain. Now this place is flat and there is no place to defend. The most important thing is that the teleportation array cannot be used. Once surrounded, we can't get quick support. Both the defense cost and the effect are too poor."

"You know shit! The Five Elders Association was beaten by our Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance and came to ask for peace in person. Do they dare to take the initiative to invade? What danger can there be?"

"This fellow Taoist is so naive. Haven't you heard that there is no fixed rule for the strength and weakness in ancient times? How can a hero be determined by a temporary victory or defeat? The last time we were able to win, it was only because our Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance attacked them unexpectedly. In my opinion, if the two sides fight again, the outcome is still unknown!"

"You didn't say that when our Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance was defeated before."

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The monks in the fortress are very keen on discussing the situation in the Xuanhuang Realm.

Each of them held their own opinion and argued endlessly, and no one would give in to the other. It was so lively.

Li Fan looked around and found that besides himself, there was another monk who just listened attentively and did not participate in the discussion.

This person looked to be only in his thirties, wearing a black long gown and silver-white hair. Listening to the discussion of the crowd, a trace of disdain appeared in his eyes.

Obviously, he did not agree with the views of the monks present.

Li Fan smiled slightly, bought a pot of the best spirit wine, and sat in front of him.

"What is your name, fellow Taoist?" Li Fan smiled and poured a glass for the silver-haired monk and asked.

"Hmm?" The silver-haired monk was still wary of Li Fan's unprovoked courtesy.

He did not answer Li Fan's question, but narrowed his eyes and kept looking at the familiar monk in front of him.

"Haha, Daoyou, don't be suspicious. I can see at a glance that Daoyou is dignified and not like an ordinary person, and has his own ideas. I am also very curious about the future situation of Jiushanzhou, so I want to ask Daoyou for your opinion."

The silver-haired monk looked at Li Fan's sincere face, hesitated for a long time, and finally let go of his vigilance.

After drinking the spiritual wine, the silver-haired monk said in a voice transmission: "Haha, you asked the right person!"

"My name is Xin Hongzhang. If we talk about the level of information, these people here can't compare with me at all!"

Hearing this, Li Fan hurriedly poured another glass for Xin Hongzhang.

Xin Hongzhang was very satisfied with Li Fan's attitude, and said in a voice transmission: "Since we are destined to be together, I will reveal a little to you. Remember not to spread it."

Li Fan nodded repeatedly.

"Actually, what those people said is right. The Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance does not plan to build a floating city in Jiushan Province. But this does not mean that the Immortal Alliance will give up here."

"On the contrary, the Immortal Alliance decided to establish the first free trade state in history here."

"Oh? Free trade state?" Seeing the other party's serious look, Li Fan couldn't help but be really interested, "What is this saying?"

Xin Hongzhang said proudly: "The Wanfa Chamber of Commerce knows it, right? The Five Elders of the Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance have been in opposition for many years, and have banned the circulation of their respective goods. The Wanfa Chamber of Commerce in Jiushan Province is located in the buffer zone between the two. Neither the Ten Thousand Immortals Alliance nor the Five Elders can control it. So the Wanfa Chamber of Commerce can openly sell all kinds of precious treasures. Although the price is raised, there is still an endless stream of cultivators who come from afar to buy."

"But these are all old news. The Tianzun Dharma showed its power, and the entire Jiushan Province was razed to the ground. Although the Wanfa Chamber of Commerce did not completely die out, it also suffered heavy losses. It's hard to be like before..." Xin Hongzhang shook his head.

"But the leader of the Wanfa Chamber of Commerce is indeed a man of character. He actually persuaded the Wanxian League to lift trade restrictions in Jiushan Province. The monks of the Wanxian League and the Five Elders can come here to freely trade the materials they need. They only need to pay a small amount of tax."

"The Immortal League is in charge, assisted by the experienced Wanfa Chamber of Commerce. It is said that they have secretly reached an agreement with the Five Elders to ensure that even if a war breaks out in the future, neither side will choose to start a war in Jiushan Province..."

"By the way, do you know what it means to be able to confirm safe free trade?" Xin Hongzhang stared at Li Fan.

Li Fan nodded, his eyes showing excitement.

"It is conceivable that Jiushan Province, which is still a desolate place now, will become extremely prosperous soon. It may even surpass the four major states in the hinterland. If you can seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, you will definitely be able to change your fate..." Xin Hongzhang also drank another glass of spirit wine, venting his inner excitement.

"If it weren't for this reason, I would have come all the way to this remote border."

Li Fan lowered his head and remained silent for a long time, as if he was digesting this shocking news.

Then he raised his head and said to Xin Hongzhang with gratitude: "Such important inside information, fellow Taoist actually told me a stranger who met by chance..."

Xin Hongzhang waved his hand: "Haha, if you hadn't taken the initiative to come forward and talk to me, and ordered a pot of good wine. I wouldn't have told you this."

"Actually, this matter is not a top secret. The announcement of the Immortal Alliance should be released soon. You and I can only take advantage of it."

"By the way, if you have enough contribution points, you might as well keep an eye on the cave purchase qualifications in Jiushanzhou."

"I bet that within ten years, the price of caves here will at least double! Even a three- or four-fold increase is not a problem. If you can buy a few caves at the beginning and sell them soon after..."

"It's simply a business with no investment and huge profits!"

Xin Hongzhang whispered again.

"Xin Daoyou is so far-sighted!" Li Fan looked like he had just woken up from a dream and patted his head, "Why didn't I think of it?"

He kept flattering him.

Having drunk too much spirit wine, Xin Hongzhang couldn't help feeling a little flattered listening to Li Fan's flattery.

Suddenly, he saw that Li Fan seemed to be hesitating about something.

Finally, as if he had made up his mind, he said mysteriously: "Since Daoyou Xin treats me so well, I can't be stingy."

"To be honest, I have a secret method called [God's Presence]. If Daoyou doesn't mind, I can teach it to you."

Seeing Li Fan being so cautious, Xin Hongzhang smiled and didn't take it seriously.