The Fourth Financial Crisis

Even Lin Dong, who was as strong as the sixth level of Qi Refining, would be seriously injured when faced with a gunpowder explosion at close range.

Although the gunpowder loaded on this self-destructing ship is far inferior to the gunpowder positions carefully arranged by Tian Beixi in terms of power and total amount, and the high winds and rough seas also limit the power of the gunpowder explosion, Zhu Ziming is not a refiner like Lin Dong. The monk on the sixth level of Qi was blasted out of his body-protecting Qi on the spot, and fell into the sea like a weight.

And cultivators without the body-protecting Gang Qi are as fragile as mortals in the sea!

After a long time, the fireball and smoke on the sea gradually dissipated. When everyone looked at the place where the explosion occurred again, the merchant ship loaded with gunpowder had been blasted into three sections, and there were a lot of broken and burnt pieces. The hull structure is sparsely scattered on the nearby sea.

Xu Tong, the lord of Yanbo Island who was watching the battle from the rear flagship deck, slowly put down the optical telescope specially made for mortals by the cultivation mathematicians of the Golden Knife Sect, and said to a Chinese-clothed steward of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce standing next to him: "Manager Han, now our Yanbo Island has successfully completed the task assigned by the Haiya Chamber of Commerce!"

Han Fulai, who personally came to the outlying island to supervise the battle, nodded and said: "We also want to thank Island Master Xu for his strong support!"

Xu Tong waved his hands pretending to be heroic and said: "We just dispatched a few ships. If the Haiya Chamber of Commerce hadn't provided this exploding demon ship, it would have been really not that easy to get rid of Zhu Ziming."

However, Han Fulai denied: "This ship was provided by the Qingning Chamber of Commerce. Even the sailors are employees of the Qingning Chamber of Commerce. We, the Haiya Chamber of Commerce, were not involved."

Hearing Han Fulai's explanation, Xu Tong couldn't help but take a deep breath and said, "Qingning Chamber of Commerce? Could it be that...that consultant Yang Lu has really understood the evil magic that Tian Beixi used on the outlying islands?"

Han Fulai nodded, acquiescing to Xu Tong's statement.

After receiving Han Fulai's reply, even a cunning and cunning person like Xu Tong couldn't help but change his expression slightly.

While he signaled to the flag bearer of the Flagship Division to order the ships on Yanbo Island to immediately rescue the drowned sailors from the Qingning Chamber of Commerce, he also took the opportunity to silently digest the breaking news brought by Han Fulai.

The remote island can become an independent kingdom because the magic of the cultivation world cannot be used here.

But if the Qingning Chamber of Commerce (Haiya Chamber of Commerce) had Tian Beixi's magic that could be activated without spiritual energy, it would have the ability to completely change the situation on the outlying island.

No wonder Han Fulai was willing to relent and sell him the ship's ballista, which was previously regarded as a strategic weapon by the Haiya faction. It turned out that they had already mastered a more powerful method!

In fact, if you want to kill Zhu Ziming, there is no need to use a powerful weapon like gunpowder. In order to deal with the few low-level cultivators who sneaked into the outlying islands, the lords of the outlying islands had long summarized effective tactics. Even if Zhu Ziming fought to the death, the probability of success would be very slim.

And Han Fulai personally rushed to the outlying island to participate in the operation to kill Zhu Ziming, clearly with the intention of demonstrating to Xu Tong!

Xu Tong did not think that Han Fulai was simply trying to scare him.

He came to show off his muscles on behalf of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce. This shows that the Haiya faction has already had the idea of ​​​​intervening in the situation on the outlying islands with the help of magic. However, it is not clear whether the Haiya Chamber of Commerce and the Qingning Chamber of Commerce intend to simply intimidate the outlying islands with force, or whether they intend to completely conquer the outlying islands. .

If they can use this kind of magic at will, it is not impossible to rule the outlying islands by force!

No wonder he heard rumors recently that the Qingning Chamber of Commerce is getting higher and higher in the Haiya Department, and even has the title of the fifth largest family in the Haiya Department. If Consultant Yang really masters this magical method of ruling outlying islands, , and then use this as capital to join the Haiya family, then I am afraid that it will really become the fifth largest family in the Haiya family!

This is not an exaggeration by Xu Tong.

The benefits of outlying island trade are extremely huge. Overseas cultivation forces such as the Seven Major Sects of Kyushu, Haiyuan Island, and Haiya Chamber of Commerce all want a share of the pie. If the Qingning Chamber of Commerce can turn outlying islands into its own base, it will have a strong influence on the sea. The internal foundation of the Yaya family can even directly surpass the Haiya City Han family, the weakest among the four major families, and become the fourth largest force in the Haiya family.

Secretly glancing at the smiling Han Fulai, Xu Tong felt that he had conspired with the Haiya Chamber of Commerce to do this big deal, which was probably the wisest decision he had ever made in his life.

If the Haiya Chamber of Commerce (Qingning Chamber of Commerce) is really planning to intervene in the outlying islands on a large scale, I may not have the opportunity to become the spokesperson for Haiya Department’s interests in the outlying islands!

After all the search and rescue matters were arranged, Xu Tong straightened out his thoughts. He pretended to be nonchalant and made a gesture of counting money to Han Fulai. The reputation of our Yanbo Island is just like what Zhu Ziming said before he died. I am afraid that our Yanbo Island will not be able to do fugitive business for a long time. The losses caused during this period may not be able to stop millions of spiritual stone coins. ah!"

Hearing this, Han Fulai didn't know that the other party wanted to discuss the price with him, but his expression did not change at all, but he still said with a smile: "Conspiracy to secretly murder the guests who came to the island to seek refuge? Why don't I do this?" Do you know? Didn’t Zhu Ziming arrive at Yanbo Island safely? "

Xu Tong didn't know what Han Fulai meant, and asked doubtfully: "Manager Han, what do you mean..."

Han Fulai did not continue to play riddles with him, but clapped his hands gently.

Then I saw a staff member of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce, pushing and shoving someone out of the cabin of the flagship.

If you have any acquaintances of Zhu Ziming, you will find that this person is eighty-nine times similar to Zhu Ziming. If he had not seen Zhu Ziming sinking into the sea with his own eyes just now through a telescope, Xu Tong would have even thought that this was the reincarnation of Zhu Ziming. Got it!

Seeing "Zhu Ziming" appear, Han Fulai explained softly: "This guy is Zhu Ziming's cousin. When he failed to compete with Zhu Ziming for the head of the Zhu family, this person contacted our Haiya Sect Law Enforcement Hall. His appearance is somewhat similar to that of Zhu Ziming, and my uncle even used permanent disguise to give him a facelift. From now on, this guy is the Zhu family who came to the outlying island to take refuge. Zhu Ziming, the president of the Chamber of Commerce. And the guy we just killed together was just a spy from the Wuliang Sword Sect who was trying to sneak into the outlying island area to cause damage."

Xu Tong understood it instantly.

Han Fulai is planning to play "civet cat for prince"!

Looking at the counterfeit Zhu Ziming in front of him again, Xu Tong said in shock: "I have heard about the recent events in Zhongzhou from the merchants. This Zhu Ziming plays a very important role, and there will definitely be many people involved. The young spy came to the outlying island to inquire about information, are you sure this person will not be a gangster?"

Han Fulai waved his hand nonchalantly and said: "This person has joined our Haiya Chamber of Commerce a long time ago. He has been trained by us to be honest and will definitely cooperate with our actions. Island Master Xu only needs to grasp the balance and try his best. Let him have less contact with suspicious people from the outside world, and naturally there will be no chance of getting involved."

Xu Tong glanced at the staff of the Hague Chamber of Commerce who were responsible for escorting the fake Zhu Ziming, and said with some worry: "Let's not mention the outlying island for the moment. When you Haiya Chamber of Commerce sends him here, will there be any mistakes..."

Han Fulai knew that the other party was worried about something going wrong on the Haiya Chamber of Commerce.

But he smiled nonchalantly and said: "Island Master Xu is overly worried. Only the two of us knew about this operation to kill Zhu Ziming. Even the other people involved in the operation did not know what we had sunk this time." As long as the two of us don't tell who the smuggling boat is, and then find a place to put this person under house arrest, and then let him show up occasionally, who can see the flaw? I believe Island Master Xu is definitely capable of letting him He will never leave the island!"

Are we the only two who know?

Xu Tong was thinking about what Han Fulai meant when he saw Han Fulai suddenly pull out the sword from his waist and stabbed the staff member of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce who was responsible for escorting the fake Zhu Ziming.

Under Xu Tong's astonished gaze, Han Fulai said calmly: "You have completed your mission very well. We will take good care of your family. Your child will also receive our key training in the Haiya Sect, even if he only has a low-grade spirit." If you have the right qualifications, you will receive the same treatment as an inner disciple of the Haiya Sect, and you can even hold an important position in the City Lord's Mansion."

"Thank you... Manager Han... for your... cultivation!"

The employee of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce who was responsible for escorting the fake Zhu Ziming seemed to have known for a long time that Han Fulai would kill people and silence him. After hearing Han Fulai's guarantee, not only did he not show the slightest expression of panic, he even forced a smile in spite of the pain. It seemed that Han Fulai was very pleased to make such a promise before he fell heavily on the deck.

"This person is a confidant we specially arranged to take care of the fake Zhu Ziming, and he is also the only person who knows about this matter. Now that he is dead, the identity of the fake Zhu Ziming is only known to God and earth, even if it is infinite The Sword Sect can't come to the remote island to investigate the case!" Han Fulai explained expressionlessly.

Xu Tong's pupils shrank slightly: "Manager Han, you are really good at it!"

Han Fulai did not say anything else to Xu Tong, but gently wiped the blood on his sword, then patted the fake Zhu Ziming on the shoulder with his bloody right hand and said: "Our Haiya Chamber of Commerce will not treat any partner badly. , even if we sell our lives for the Haiya Chamber of Commerce, we will abide by the principle of voluntariness, do you understand what I mean?"

There is no need for Han Fu to say more. The bloody sword in his hand is the best explanation for this declaration.

When the fake Zhu Ziming saw that the employee of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce who had been responsible for guarding him for a long time was "voluntarily silenced" by Han Fulai on the spot, he was so frightened that he could not even speak clearly. He stammered and replied: "Yes... yes! I will never do it." Betray the Haiya Chamber of Commerce!"

Han Fulai gave a noncommittal "hmm" and said: "From now on, you are Zhu Ziming, the president of the Zhujia Chamber of Commerce. From now on, you can enjoy life and drink on Yanbo Island! If you have any needs, just ask the Haiya Chamber of Commerce. Even if you want to marry the eighteenth-century concubine, it’s no problem. Ordinary mortals can’t get this kind of treatment in their dreams!”

"Many...many thanks to Manager Han for your cultivation!"

Seeing the timid appearance of the other party, Han Fulai couldn't help but frown slightly.

Although this person's appearance was made exactly the same as Zhu Ziming's through the disguise spell, he could not imitate Zhu Ziming's fierceness. As long as he was a familiar person, it was easy to spot the difference in temperament between the two, but Han Fulai hesitated. After a moment, he finally patted the other person's shoulder again to encourage him without saying anything more.

With Xu Tong, the native emperor of Yanbo Island, personally helping to keep an eye on him, others probably wouldn't have the opportunity to get up close to "Zhu Ziming".

Xu Tong now fully understood the meaning of what had just happened. He knew that Han Fulai killed the staff of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce in front of him, not just to scare the fake Zhu Ziming, so he shook his head and said bitterly: "Look Come on, I'm going to hold a huge reception banquet for 'Zhu Ziming' soon!"

Han Fulai laughed loudly and said: "We will never let Master Xu Island do this reception banquet in vain. These ballistae are just a deposit from our Haiya Chamber of Commerce to give to you Yanbo Island. In addition, we will also pay an additional 10,000 yuan." The Yuanling Stone Coin should be used as alimony for this 'Mr. Zhu Ziming', and the price should be fairly reasonable!"

Xu Tongpai said with a smile: "In the East Ocean, the credibility of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce is much stronger than that of the seven major sects. Although the price is not high, it is worth it as long as we can strengthen cooperation with the Haiya Chamber of Commerce!"

Although Xu Tong didn't say it explicitly, Han Fulai also understood the other party's subtext.

The Haiya Chamber of Commerce handed the counterfeit Zhu Ziming to Yanbo Island for custody, which was actually equivalent to giving Xu Tong himself a huge handle. As for the ballistae and alimony, they were just tacks on the handle at most.

After the two parties worked together on this major case, they have formed an unbreakable alliance. For Xu Tong, who is very optimistic about the prospects of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce, no reward is more important than this.

Han Xinhe said without changing his expression: "As I said before, our Haiya Chamber of Commerce likes to make friends the most, and we will never treat our friends badly. Even if our friends die for us, we will pay a price that satisfies them, but if anyone Having become the enemy of the Haiya Chamber of Commerce, even the leader of the Wuliang Sword Sect, we will make him pay the price!"

Looking at the calm sea, Xu Tong said with deep understanding: "There are no permanent friends, only eternal interests. Although Xu is not a man of high moral integrity, after the Haiya Chamber of Commerce has the invincible magic, he looks at the entire East. Dayang, I'm afraid no one can offer me a heavier bargaining chip than you."

Han Fulai laughed dumbly and said: "No wonder Lord Xu has been so successful in the outlying island area in recent years. This theory of making friends is really similar to our Haiya Chamber of Commerce."

"It's just some small tricks to stand in line and make Manager Han laugh!" Xu Tong also smiled, and then seemingly casually extended the invitation, "By the way, Manager Han, are you interested in coming to our Yanbo Island?"

Han Fulai waved his hand and declined politely: "No, I have to visit the great lord Huang Xuan next. The Qingning Chamber of Commerce has prepared two demon ships for us that have performed demonic magic. I think we should also open his eyes. I I heard that Lord Huang happened to be presiding over a plenary meeting of the outlying island lords, which would save me the need to give a roadshow to every lord."

Although Han Fulai didn't say it explicitly, he actually confirmed Xu Tong's deepest guess:

He came to the outlying island in person this time, just to show off his force to the outlying island lords, and let the outlying island lords know that the Haiya Department is not an ordinary cultivation chamber of commerce, and already has the ability to completely change the pattern of the outlying islands!

Xu Tong was silent for a moment, and finally said with emotion: "It seems that the outlying island is about to usher in troubled times again!"

Han Fulai smiled and replied: "Troublesome times are also opportunities. Haiya City has no ambition to invade the outlying islands. It just wants to improve our Haiya Department's trade status on the outlying islands... But these are things for later. As for Zhu Ziming and Yanbo Island I asked Island Master Xu Tong to help keep the matter here confidential."

Xu Tong laughed loudly and said: "Don't worry, Manager Han, I have been old friends with your Haiya Department for many years. If you have any request, I, Xu Tong, am willing to be your pawn."