?Mobile reading Ling'er folded the lotus platform into her nianjie and skipped down. Eight Zero E-book (txt02.com) Qin Feng felt a bit disappointed—how come this girl hadn't warmed up to him as a close friend? Well, he had underestimated her. As a young woman unfamiliar with social nuances, she simply wouldn't have many subtle instincts. If only he had asked Lin Caivie and He Muqing to mentor her. Even a simple, pure friendship gesture—something as simple as a friendly kiss—should have been given. Dong Guankun noticed his slight disappointment and smiled, saying, "Qin Feng, you truly are a charming young man—old servant hereby admires you!" At first, it sounded like praise, but in truth, it was more of a gentle jab. For a cultivator, failing to remain emotionally pure was a serious shortcoming—many couldn't manage it. Even if they couldn't, a little effort to conceal it would have been acceptable. Yet, to go so far as to show no effort at all—this was simply self-assurance gone a bit overboard. The飘渺 True Person agreed, saying, "Indeed, young people are so carefree. We would never have the courage to do something like this. By the way, Qin Feng, are you truly giving away the lotus platform without any intention of retrieving it later?" As soon as these words were spoken, several people's expressions changed. The one who reacted most noticeably was the Master of the Tongling Sect, as he had already anticipated this very point earlier and had therefore been listening intently. In his heart, he thought: If you dare to do this, I'll fight to the very end to prevent it from succeeding. The just-descended Ling'er also heard this, and her immediate reaction was to gaze at Qin Feng with a questioning look. How could Qin Da Shao possibly fail to see that this was a deliberate attempt at creating discord? With a smile, he said, "You two are overthinking it. The things I have sent out have never been intended to be retrieved. I hereby formally announce that since the Lotus Platform has been given to my little sister, it is now entirely under her control. Even if she were to immediately transfer it to either of you, I would have no objection at all!" His words were firm and resolute, instantly shattering the duo's scheme. They had hoped merely with a few well-chosen remarks to stir up tension between Qin Feng and the commanders, thereby creating some difficulties for him. Upon hearing this, the Master of the Spirit-Communicating Sect felt a great weight lifted from his heart, and stood up to say politely, "Thank you, young Qin Feng, for your great kindness toward my disciple—your generosity speaks volumes." "Then let me have a roast meat meal with you," Qin Feng interrupted. "I'll bring my wine." On hearing that there would be fine wine to drink, the old man nearly had nasal mucus bubbling out, beaming with a smile and saying, "Excellent! I'll have my disciples prepare everything—we won't leave until we're completely drunk!" Their strategy to ignite enthusiasm fell short, and Dong Qinkuan and Pi Miao Zhiren exchanged a glance, both expressing disappointment. Yet they didn't dwell too much on this setback, for deep down they believed Qin Feng was a person with flaws, not a serious threat. As the competition for the Lotus Platform drew to a close, without this favorable event, several sects began to consider leaving—even though the location was exceptionally scenic and the host was notably enthusiastic. As the old saying goes, "No matter how golden or silver the nest, nothing compares to one's own dog's den." At that moment, Dong Qinkuan announced that even greater matters lay ahead, urging everyone to stay and keep their interest piqued. Soon, a blend of meat and wine aromas seeped out from the Tongling sect's camp, stirring the appetites of many. Some people, embarrassed to ask, came to request a cup of wine, only to be served X Liquor by Qin Dashi—his friends weren't even close to being familiar, so why should they drink the Immortal Wine and get tipsy? As for the Tongling Abbot, he wasn't at all impressed; he simply didn't know how much Immortal Wine remained, and instinctively assumed it was limited—each time someone else drank, he had to drink less. By the third round, the old man was slightly tipsy. "董乾坤 said he has something more important tomorrow," he casually asked. The old man replied without hesitation: "What else could it be? Winning over people's hearts—he wants to become the leader of the cultivation world!" Qin Feng smiled. To be honest, he had first brought this up. Initially, the Tongling Abbot didn't believe it. Now, even someone known for his integrity like him has come to believe it—let alone others. Since it's no longer a secret, what can you, Dong Qinkuan, do but jump up and down in frantic activity? On the other side, He Muqing, Lin Caiwei, and Ling'er were enjoying a light drink. Zui Xian wine is truly a universal favorite, appealing to both the young and the old—each of the three women was thoroughly enjoying themselves. Their existing rapport had naturally deepened, further enhanced by the effects of the alcohol. In the main hall of the Xiao Yao Sect, in the study. Chao Miao, reclining on his legs with a relaxed posture, hummed, "Dong Qinkuan, what's there to hide? Why can't you just bring me in and speak plainly in front of everyone? People were beginning to think I was joining you in some secret plot!" Dong Qinkuan smiled, "Chao Brother, let's cut to the chase. I'd like to be the Grand Master—I need your support!" Chao Miao blinked, taken aback—unprepared for such directness, with not even the customary courtesies. After a brief adjustment, he hummed, "Why should I help you? What benefit do I gain? Master Dong, it seems the rumors outside are true—your ambition is indeed evident. The cultivation world has long adhered to the principle of autonomous management by each sect. What qualifications do you have that would make everyone listen to you?" Master Dong Qinkuan smiled mysteriously and extended three fingers. "As long as you support me, the缥缈 Sect will no longer be required to make annual tribute to the Grand Marshal, and you'll receive a third of the benefits." It must be admitted, the缥缈 True Master was moved. Yet he immediately added, "If I compete with you for the position of Grand Marshal, won't I gain even more?" "It's a case of the cranes and the river mussels fighting fiercely, while the fisherman reaps the benefits," said Master Dong Qinkuan calmly and deliberately. "Just as with the Lotus Platform—when you and I clashed, Qin Feng ended up benefiting. Wouldn't you rather see such a scenario repeat itself?" The缥缈 True Master was taken aback. Indeed, this was a serious matter. Dong Guanqin added, "The Fire Immortal quietly slipped away—this is good news for us. As long as you and I work together, nothing is impossible. You said three parts were lacking, right? Then let's make it four. That's the maximum benefit I can offer. Besides your four parts, I still need to allocate several more to appease others. At that point, it's not guaranteed that you'll receive as much value. And, most importantly, you won't have to do anything at all—just receive these benefits!" For anyone, this kind of substantial reward without effort is a strong incentive, and the Piangmiao True Person was no exception. After thinking it over, he said, "Very well. But I'd like our cooperation to be formally documented, not just an oral agreement!" "Done," Dong Guanqin agreed immediately. Piangmiao True Person smiled, "Rest assured—during the upcoming grand assembly, I will fully support you. Anyone who dares to oppose is simply making it difficult for me and my Piangmiao Sect!"