Martial Ascent to Divinity

Xue Tongming smiled and nodded.

Xue Chengsong instantly understood why those Vitality Stage Martial Artists, who usually looked down on him, were so amiable and friendly.

For people like them, who could kill Tian Wenhua was important, but no more important than the people sent personally by Chen Shouhu to save them.

Xue Tongming sighed and said, "This Zhou Leng really hid well; such a terrifying background and not a hint was revealed. Fortunately, I was polite to him at that time, otherwise, it would have been difficult to deal with."

Xue Chengsong suddenly sighed deeply, lowered his head, and said nothing.

Xue Tongming was stunned, his face turning red and white, and defended, "It wasn't that I disagreed at the time; it was just that our family really couldn't come up with that much money. If I had tens of billions, I would have signed him outright."

"What a pity, but it's all in the past now; just try to make amends," Xue Chengsong forced a smile, not wanting his father to lose face.

Xue Tongming smiled reassuredly and said, "On the way, I gathered some old brothers and brainstormed. We really came up with a remedy…"

After speaking for a while, the father and son left.

Xue Tongming first took a cardboard box from his office, inside were High-Energy Shells, and he walked out holding the box.

In the corridor, he poured out dozens of High-Energy Shells from the Magic Spirit Bag.

Xue Chengsong took his father to the room where three people had previously played poker.

Entering the room, Xue Tongming placed the open cardboard box on the table; inside, the High-Energy Shells gently collided, making a pleasant jade-like sound.

Rao Mingxian glanced at the half box of High-Energy Shells and secretly admired the boldness.

Xue Tongming smiled and said, "Our convoy first went to the valley, then to Tian Wenhua's mine, spilled some blood, and cleared that mine. However…"

Xue Tongming glanced at Zhou Leng and continued, "…no matter who killed Tian Wenhua, one thing is certain. The two Innate Masters came looking for you, which indirectly helped us."

"Did they say why they were looking for me?" Zhou Leng asked.

Xue Tongming said, "They didn't say, only that they were sent by Grandmaster Chen Shouhu. Since you are safe, they left. They said when you return to the Huishui Continent base, just report to the Martial Arts Brigade for peace of mind."

Zhou Leng nodded, roughly guessing it was related to Wang Boxiong and the Martial Guard Department's intelligence.

Xue Tongming said, "This mine can also be considered your achievement. Without you, I couldn't have taken even a stone from here. If this mine were ordinary, I wouldn't say anything, but unexpectedly, we were lucky enough that it turned out to be a rich mine."

Zhou Leng vaguely sensed Xue Tongming's intentions and glanced at Xue Chengsong.

Xue Chengsong said earnestly, "It's true, this mine is indeed a wealthy mine. The monthly income is no less than five million, with the highest record being ten million. Net profit."

"That's quite a lot indeed." Zhou Leng nodded, a net income of at least sixty million a year, a gross of at least 300 million, which is no small amount, even for larger forces.

Xue Tongming said, "I originally wanted to talk to you about this, but was always delayed by Tian Wenhua. Today, indirectly because of you, we took care of Tian Wenhua. If we cannot provide you with proper compensation, it would be too inappropriate."

"I calculated, and this is how it is: I will transfer 20% of Xue's shares to you."

Rao Mingxian held his breath, surprised at Xue Tongming.

The assets of the Xue Family surpass those of the Rao Family.

Xue Chengsong secretly sighed. The Xue Family actually only holds a bit more than 50% of Xue's shares, and this 20% share can be said to be dividing a third of the Xue Family.

This time the expense far exceeds hiring a Martial Arts Director, as hiring a Martial Arts Director only requires money; this time it's real shares.

However, better late than never, as long as they can bind Zhou Leng together, this share is not a loss.

Zhou Leng smiled blandly, saying, "Uncle Xue, you are too polite. I won't decline what should be taken, but this share, I won't take."

Xue Tongming hastily said, "I only have 50% of the shares in my hand. Although it's said this company is mine alone, one person really can't operate it. You should understand, the Pioneer Company is just a piece of meat, anyone can come and take a bite."

Zhou Leng said, "Uncle Xue, you misunderstood. It's not that it's too little, it's that I don't like taking shares."

The Xue father and son exchanged glances, helplessness flashing in their eyes.

The best opportunity was lost, truly lost.

Both realized that although Zhou Leng lacked social experience, his perspective was clear. How could he be deeply tied to Xue's for money?

Once taking Xue's shares, it entails connections with Xue's past and future.

The implication in the words is obvious, cooperation is possible, but it cannot be tied this deeply.

Xue Tongming said, "What about the Martial Arts Director?"

Zhou Leng shook his head.

Xue Tongming helplessly said, "If that's the case, there is only one way: to set up a company under Chengsong's name and take over part of the mine. Then, you set up a company and have your company invest in Chengsong's company. This way, responsibilities and rights are clear, and there's no deep binding, it's just a commercial transaction."

Xue Chengsong said, "This should be the most suitable way; otherwise, such large account transactions are very troublesome."

Rao Mingxian said, "You can have a relative or friend act as the legal representative, and as for managing the company, just hire someone, it's very simple."

"Right." Xue Tongming said.

Zhou Leng thought for a while, monthly pure income of several million is indeed a lot.

"Deal."

The Xue father and son's faces were full of smiles. Although they couldn't bind deeply, as long as there is a layer of long-term cooperation, it is sufficient.

Seeing Zhou Leng accept, Xue Tongming and Xue Chengsong breathed a sigh of relief.

If Zhou Leng didn't accept, there would be many things they couldn't proceed with.

Acceptance implies Zhou Leng tacitly agrees he is qualified for these rewards, implicitly acknowledging he was the one responsible.

At the same time, everyone will know that this operation is clearly linked to Chen Shouhu and the Martial Arts Brigade.

With two Innate Masters from the Martial Arts Brigade taking action, any force in Rucheng must weigh this accordingly.

Chen Shouhu is qualified to take over the Seventh Division.

And all human forces in the Shuizhou Demon City are governed by the Seventh Division.

If Zhou Leng didn't accept, the Xue Family could at most take over one or two mines.

If Zhou Leng accepts, the Xue Family and its backing force can take over all resources of the Five Tigers of Shuizhou.

Xue Tongming patted the cardboard box and said, "The High-Energy Shells inside are partly from our mine, partly from Tian Wenhua's mine. This is just part of it, next, we will sweep Tian Wenhua and Yan Fenggang's resource sites. As for their properties in Rucheng, we won't touch them, their backers will take over; it's best not to tear face."

The three understood implicitly that, among various powers, fighting without breaking; if Xue Tongming gobbles up too much, he would inevitably find an excuse to be besieged by major forces.

"Then, thank you, Uncle Xue." Zhou Leng unceremoniously accepted the High-Energy Shells.

Xue Tongming smiled and said, "My friend should have quite a few low-cost high-energy shells in his hands, probably two or three hundred. Any more, and it might be difficult. As businessmen, I'll sell them to you at cost price."

"Alright," Zhou Leng said.

Xue Tongming chatted for a bit, then hurriedly headed out, ready to sweep and take over the resource sites and power of the Five Tigers of Shuizhou nearby.

"Wait..." Zhou Leng suddenly said.

Xue Tongming turned to look at Zhou Leng.

Zhou Leng said slowly, "Chang Luan and his father Chang Yuanzhong had a conflict with your Xue Family?"

"Very conflicted," Xue Tongming laughed.

"Hmm, you can also take over his family's resource sites now," Zhou Leng said.

Xue Tongming, Xue Chengsong, and Rao Mingxian were stunned.

The power of the Chang Family is not weaker than the Xue Family or Tian Wenhua.

And just like that, it's gone.

Rao Mingxian shook his head with a smile, knowing that Zhou Leng had a conflict with Chang Luan, and unexpectedly, it was gone.

Xue Chengsong also glanced at Rao Mingxian, who just said Zhou Leng was soft-hearted?

Xue Tongming smiled and said, "Your two companies' assets have grown stronger again."

Xue Tongming turned and once again hurried out.

The three sat and chatted about everything, finally getting up.

"Are you going to recuperate here or go home?" Xue Chengsong asked.

Zhou Leng glanced at the time and said, "I'll head back to recuperate as soon as possible."

"I can't leave now, you and Rao Mingxian go back together, I'll arrange a car for you."

The three headed to the parking lot.

Suddenly, explosive sounds came from outside the mine, getting closer and closer.

The three stopped simultaneously, looking serious.

It was the sound of experts running fast, the sound indicated at least the Late Stage of Vitality.

Xue Chengsong ran to the watchtower, raising his head and shouting, "What did you see?"

"By the speed, it looks like a Vitality Stage expert is escaping to the west, with five Vitality Stages in pursuit, and further behind, a dozen Body Refining Stages are chasing."

"Sound the alert and be ready, signal that we won't interfere!" Xue Chengsong shouted.

"Yes."

The entire mine resounded with bells.

A crowd ran from all directions, gathering at the open field plaza.

There are two Vitality Stages and ten Body Refining Stages left to guard, all running out to inquire about the situation.

After learning about the situation, everyone looked toward the distant forest.

A person rushed out from the right front, running to the left front.

Suddenly, that person stumbled, fell to the ground, and a package in his hand flew out.

"It could be a treasure," a Vitality Stage said.

Some people had flickering eyes, looking at each other, but no one took action.

Xue Chengsong loudly said, "During this special period, stability is the priority, let's try not to get involved."

Everyone nodded silently, now that Xue Tongming is out, if they encounter enemies, it could be troublesome.

The person flipped over, picked up the package, and ran quickly, but his speed was noticeably slower.

The pursuing Vitality Stages were getting closer.

The escapee glanced at the mine and the people, then turned to shout at those behind.

"Trying to snatch my Headless God's left hand? Don't even think about it!"

"This..."

The crowd became restless.

Zhou Leng exchanged looks with the others, instantly understanding that the escapee, seeing that he couldn't get away, was deliberately involving people from the mine, driving a tiger to swallow a wolf.

Everyone knew what he was thinking.

But, no one could resist.

That was the Headless God after all.

"If you don't go, I might as well give it a try," a Vitality Stage in the mine said.

"Give it a try?" Rao Mingxian looked at Zhou Leng, itching to move.

Zhou Leng's heart was racing.

Ever since last year, he heard that the Headless God had appeared in Rucheng and Demon City of Shuizhou.

Encountered it before in this very mine.

It even alarmed the third son of the Zhao Family, Zhao Tong.

This time, it appeared again.

Previously lacked the strength, didn't dare to think about it.

But now, my strength is already top-tier Late Stage Vitality, I can participate in this level of competition.

Although he has a leg injury, it's not serious, just need to drink more water from the Tiger-striped Bamboo.

"It's already under our noses, how can we let it go? You two, join forces?" Zhou Leng looked at the two Vitality Stages.

Both nodded simultaneously.