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Chapter 1502: Chapter 797: Deal (Part 2)

Liu Ziyun drew increasingly closer to the Long-distance Caravan, his expression becoming more tense.

In his perception, although the caravan had the aura of two Great Cultivators, these auras did not belong to any Great Cultivators from Central State Commerce.

This meant that the Long-distance Caravan had been robbed by two Great Cultivators, and yet the escort of five Long-distance Flying Boats was supposed to be done by two Great Cultivators.

Whether it was Great Cultivator Qian Yi or Cultivator Lu, their combat abilities were considered above average among Great Cultivators, certainly not weaker than Liu Ziyun.

If the goal of the five Long-distance Flying Boats hadn’t been so clear — Dongqi Continent — Liu Ziyun might have turned around and fled.

He was stationed at Dongqi Continent, so since the five flying boats had arrived there, he needed to know who had robbed the Central State Commerce’s caravan.

He fortified himself with several layers of defense and prepared himself for a quick escape.

"Mr. Liu, long time no see!" Liu Ziyun heard a familiar voice coming from the first Long-distance Flying Boat.

When he clearly saw Li Shiming standing on the deck, his expression was filled with surprise.

"Li Shizhen, so it’s you!" Liu Ziyun shook his head with a bitter smile and replied.

Even though he had considered Li Shizhen as a genius back then, he never expected Li Shizhen would return before him in such a manner after decades.

"Being betrayed by the headquarters’ upper echelon in Central State Continent, I secluded myself for decades until I dared to emerge after advancing to Great Cultivator!" Li Shiming said, sounding slightly resentful.

"Central State Commerce is too vast, with so many factions; there will always be shortsighted people!" Not knowing what to say, Liu Ziyun could only explain helplessly.

He had no intention of battling Li Shiming, not to mention he could sense another Great Cultivator’s aura, besides the presence of this caravan.

The fact that this caravan had fallen into Li Shiming’s hands intact indicated that Li Shiming had the strength to defeat ordinary Great Cultivators.

"What are your plans?" Liu Ziyun continued to ask.

Intentionally avoiding mentioning the caravan, even though the five Long-distance Flying Boats were right there, bearing the insignia of Central State Commerce.

"I plan to visit the Ten Thousand Beast Sect, then travel for a period!" Li Shiming replied half-truthfully.

"The situation at Ten Thousand Beast Sect is not good; Luanyang Palace can’t spare manpower, and the other three sects supported by Yuqing Sect and White Emperor Sect are heavily suppressing Ten Thousand Beast Sect!" When Liu Ziyun heard Ten Thousand Beast Sect being brought up, he mentioned the current situation.

"Seems I’ve burdened the sect!" Li Shiming said lightly.

As he spoke, a hint of killing intent flickered in his eyes.

Facing Li Shiming, Liu Ziyun felt cold chills throughout his body, as if confronting an incredibly terrifying being, reminiscent of when he first met Master Wang He and Yan Gao Great Cultivator.

But Wang He and Yan Gao Great Cultivator were Great Cultivator Peak existences, the most outstanding combat power of the Nascent Soul Stage.

"Thank you, Mr. Liu. On my way back, the two Great Cultivators from Central State Commerce attempted a robbery, but I killed them, thus acquiring these five Long-distance Flying Boats. I believe what I did was within reason, and you can inform them of my actions, Mr. Liu!" Li Shiming nodded toward Liu Ziyun, expressing gratitude as he explained how he obtained the flying boats.

Whether Central State Commerce believed it or not was none of his concern.

He was indifferent to the possible attitude Central State Commerce would adopt afterward.

For a long period ahead, he planned to broaden his horizons through travel, instead of staying in a Grotto Heaven for secluded cultivation.

"I will report the situation back to headquarters; I hope they choose to coexist peacefully with you!" Liu Ziyun said with a wry smile.

He knew it was most unlikely; the death of two Great Cultivators was a cost Central State Commerce wouldn’t easily overlook.

"Let’s hope so!" Li Shiming smiled faintly and said.

"How do you plan to deal with the five Long-distance Flying Boats?" Liu Ziyun thought for a moment and asked.

"I plan to sell all the cargo; as for the flying boats, I’m still considering!" Li Shiming replied honestly without any intention of hiding.

Liu Ziyun was certainly a well-connected figure on Dongqi Continent, especially within the commercial circle — dealing with such a massive batch of goods wouldn’t escape his notice, so speaking openly was better.

"Selling the cargo wouldn’t be an issue; many commerces would accept it. However, the Long-distance Flying Boats with that distinct Central State Commerce style — no force would dare purchase them!" Liu Ziyun shook his head and said.

"Do you have any ideas, Mr. Liu?" Li Shiming looked at Liu Ziyun, perceiving his implication, and asked with a smile.

"I can buy these five Long-distance Flying Boats!" Liu Ziyun revealed his thoughts.

Li Shiming was quite taken aback; he seriously regarded Liu Ziyun as if meeting him for the first time.

The value of these five Long-distance Flying Boats was immense; they were super-large flying boats, even Central State Commerce, a superpower, didn’t possess many.

Flying boats of this level were accumulated over long periods; alone, crafting a super-large flying boat took over fifty years, plus only master boat makers could craft them.

Even if a master boat maker agreed to craft super-large flying boats, if materials for five boats were complete, the making process was over two hundred years.

"It’s not me purchasing; it’s my faction buying them. Having these five flying boats will considerably improve our faction’s standing within Central State Commerce, beneficial both for me and the faction!" Liu Ziyun explained further.

Li Shiming understood; back at Central State Commerce headquarters, his status was not high, limiting high-level interactions. But he had heard of extensive factionalism within Central State Commerce.

It wasn’t unique to Central State Commerce; nearly all long-established forces faced similar issues.

"Fine, how do you plan to make the purchase?" Li Shiming agreed, without much hesitation.

"What do you need, Mr. Li? I’ll transfer it from within the commerce, as long as it matches the value of five flying boats!" Liu Ziyun didn’t mention Spirit Stones, directly asking in return.

Having interacted with Li Shiming before, Liu Ziyun knew a master of such high alchemical skill like Li Shiming lacked few Spiritual Objects.

Not to mention cultivation resources — Spirit Pills kept by an Alchemy Master fulfilled their own consumption.

Regarding other Spiritual Objects, every alchemy attempt earned fees, ensuring Alchemy Seekers would procure any needed materials.

So allowing Li Shiming to state his own requirements was optimal, given Central State Commerce operated throughout the Cultivation World; if it existed, Central State Commerce could obtain it.

Li Shiming thought for a moment, realizing he seemed not lacking anything.

His taking of five Long-distance Flying Boats wasn’t to waste such valuable goods, just casually gaining substantial wealth.

"I need a batch of Late Stage Fourth Grade resources from the Phoenix Clan and Dragon Clan, as much as possible; if five flying boats aren’t enough, the cargo inside counts too!" Li Shiming finally thought of the Spiritual Objects he lacked, stating his request.

Upon hearing this, Liu Ziyun understood who the resources were intended for.

Li Shiming had obtained a Red Gold Phoenix Spirit Pet at Ten Thousand Beast Sect, and it seemed he had another dragon-type spirit pet. Clearly, he intended these resources for his two Spirit Pets to reach Late Stage Fourth Grade.

Feeling a bit envious towards the two Spirit Pets, Liu Ziyun noted even other Great Cultivators owning such pets wouldn’t produce substantial costs just for Spirit Pets’ resource exchange.

Typically, Great Cultivators’ own cultivation resources were insufficient — prioritizing their cultivation was natural.

"No problem, but it will require at least eight months; ideally, a year!" Liu Ziyun thought and replied.

"Let’s sign a contract; the five flying boats and cargo can be transferred to you now!" Li Shiming, tiring of lugging five flying boats, suggested.