However, Wang Tielin ignored them, trembling as he whispered, "Control over the forces of heaven and earth... a Great Grandmaster of the Fusion Realm!"

Mastery over the forces of heaven and earth! This was the mysterious power that ancient Martial Artists could wield after stepping into the Fusion Realm. They could harness the energy of nature itself, manifesting as ethereal flames or frost condensed from pure will. Such power was utterly incomparable to any technique cultivated by someone at the Grandmaster Stage.

However, they didn't know that the terrifying power Chen Zheng possessed was all thanks to his incredible system. In reality, his cultivation was still only at the peak of the Grandmaster Stage.

"Now do you understand why I said I came to save you?" Wu's voice echoed.

"A Great Grandmaster of the Fusion Realm! Not even a missile could harm him!"

"Your Wang Family has provoked a terrible disaster!"

Wang Tielin's body trembled violently. Yes, we've brought a catastrophe upon ourselves! He had never imagined he would make an enemy of a Great Grandmaster of the Fusion Realm. If this expert were to become enraged and slaughter the Wang Family, the government would likely choose to appease him rather than intervene. After all, the power of a Fusion Realm master was a thorny issue even for the nation to handle.

In that instant, Wang Tielin moved like a cheetah, rushing before Wu and dropping to one knee. "Wu! Please, you have to save me!"

Wu was not surprised. He gently helped Wang Tielin to his feet, his voice filled with authority. "My presence here represents the will of the nation. Tomorrow, I will take you to him. I believe he will show me some respect."

"Good! That's good!" A wave of relief washed over Wang Tielin.

"I will return tomorrow. Handle the aftermath yourself, and make sure you do not provoke that expert again." After speaking, Wu turned and departed, leaving Wang Tielin to see him off in a flurry.

Everything that had transpired with the Wang Family, however, remained a complete mystery to Chen Zheng and his group.

As night fell, Guo Xiancheng led the members of the Guo Family to appear before Chen Zheng once more.

After a night of cultivation, Chen Zheng's True Qi had gathered like a trickling stream, growing slightly stronger. At the same time, practicing the Nine Suns Divine Art seemed to have intensified certain desires within him, making them burn as fiercely as a roaring fire.

"So, what were the results?" Chen Zheng asked softly, his gaze sweeping over the group.

"Grandmaster, the Spirit Jade Elixir had no significant effect on me," Guo Xiancheng confessed first.

Chen Zheng smiled faintly; this was exactly what he had expected.

"Grandmaster Chen, I used one drop of the Spirit Jade Elixir, and a single night of cultivation was more effective than the past five days combined!" Guo Yunjing exclaimed.

"Same here," Guo Hujing chimed in.

Guo Longjing added, "I did even better than them. It was like six days of progress!"

"And what about you?" Chen Zheng asked Guo Fu curiously. Does the effect really vary from person to person? Could it be related to one's innate cultivation talent?

"Mentor, my progress from last night surpassed eight full days of my hardest effort!" Guo Fu's voice was brimming with joy. This rate of improvement was like a caterpillar emerging from its cocoon as a butterfly, a sign that she would soon soar into the realm of the Grandmasters. Her eyes sparkled with hope and anticipation for the future.

Chen Zheng raised an eyebrow, genuinely surprised by her progress. He nodded in praise. "Excellent. Your hard work has paid off."

Hearing her master's commendation, the smile on Guo Fu's face grew even more brilliant.

Meanwhile, Guo Yunjing felt a pang of emotion as he watched Guo Fu. He felt as though the apple of his eye was about to be snatched away by someone else, and a sense of loss washed over him.

"It seems the effectiveness of the Spirit Jade Elixir is directly related to a cultivator's innate talent. Even so, a minimum fivefold boost to cultivation speed is exceptionally rare," Chen Zheng said with a smile.

"Grandmaster Chen, I have a brilliant idea!" Guo Xiancheng interjected eagerly, the moment Chen Zheng finished speaking.

"Oh? Do tell." Although Chen Zheng had already guessed Guo Xiancheng's intentions, he gestured for him to continue.

Guo Xiancheng clasped his hands respectfully. "Grandmaster Chen, the effects of the Spirit Jade Elixir are nothing short of miraculous. If we were to sell it, the profits would be astronomical! Wouldn't it be a terrible waste not to use such a treasure to generate wealth?"

Guo Xiancheng had already resolved to follow Chen Zheng closely, so it was only natural that he would try to secure the greatest possible benefits for him. After a full night of consideration, he had devised a comprehensive plan.

"Oh? And you're not afraid of attracting unwanted attention from our enemies?" Chen Zheng regarded Guo Xiancheng with a faint, knowing smile.

In the world of finance, Chen Zheng was completely at ease. With the system and numerous powerful corporations at his back, wealth flowed to him like an endless waterfall.

Guo Xiancheng's plan involved diluting the Spirit Jade Elixir to guarantee a consistent fivefold boost, allowing it to be sold to a wider audience. After a moment of thought, Chen Zheng decided to give the Guo Family full authority over the matter. They could handle all the affairs and distribute the profits as they saw fit; he wouldn't involve himself further.

Chen Zheng's words were like a spring breeze, reviving the tree of hope in Guo Xiancheng's heart. His pulse quickened instantly. This was the exact outcome he had been hoping for.

Without a moment's hesitation, he declared, "Grandmaster Chen, the Guo Family is willing to give its all to manage these affairs. We will follow your wishes completely regarding the distribution of profits. The Guo Family will not take a single cent!

"Even if our own family members use the elixir, we will pay the full market price!"

Chen Zheng's eyes flickered as he looked deeply at Guo Xiancheng. The older man met his gaze without flinching, his own eyes conveying his unshakeable resolve.

Just then, the system's voice suddenly rang out in his mind.

[Ding! Congratulations, Host, for successfully triggering a choice-based mission.]

[Option 1: Agree to Guo Xiancheng's proposal. Reward: Guo Xiancheng's absolute loyalty.]

[Option 2: Politely decline Guo Xiancheng's proposal. Reward: None.]

Hearing the prompt, Chen Zheng immediately chose the first option. Then, a slight smile touched his lips as he said, "The Guo Family can be responsible for the Spirit Jade Elixir, but you won't be working for free. How about this: you'll receive a twenty-percent share of the profits."

An ecstatic expression lit up Guo Xiancheng's face. He felt immensely honored and grateful. "Grandmaster Chen, I don't know how I can ever repay your kindness!"

He knew the Spirit Jade Elixir was a priceless, immeasurable treasure. He had originally only hoped to secure the distribution rights so that the Guo Family could have access to its miraculous effects.

"Alright, it's settled then." Chen Zheng stood up. "You can handle the remaining details. Just bring me a bottle of the Spirit Jade Elixir. Guo Fu, you can drive me home."

[Ding! Congratulations, Host, for successfully completing the mission choice. Reward gained: Guo Xiancheng's absolute loyalty.]

"Yes, Master," Guo Fu replied respectfully.

"We bid you farewell, Grandmaster Chen!" Guo Xiancheng and the others said in unison.

Guo Fu drove Chen Zheng back to his villa. The moment he stepped inside, Wei Zixuan's voice greeted him. "Well, well! Look who decided to finally come home."

"You didn't go to Second Uncle's place?" Chen Zheng asked, a flicker of surprise in his eyes.

"I was waiting for you to get back," Wei Zixuan said, playfully rolling her eyes. Her tone was laced with teasing. "So? Did my little protégée fall for your charms?"

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