Chapter 640

Chapter 640: Like the Beginning of Chaos

Year 6082 in the Xia calendar

"Dear family, if you pay a little attention, the streamer won’t get lost. If you send ten more sports cars, the streamer will perform sword flying for you……"

"Dear family, you don’t need a million or nine hundred and ninety thousand, just ninety-nine thousand. With that, you can receive a martial arts manual. After practicing it, you will be as powerful as the streamer, capable of flying and doing anything……"

"Come on, let’s give our families some benefits, you can get 500 spiritual talismans for only $8.99, hop on the train…"

Inside Yunshan Villa, Lin Jiang was watching a video sent by his secretary. Lin Jiang has a controlling stake in the world’s most downloaded video website. Following Lin Jiang’s instructions, similar videos were restricted and removed.

However, some small companies’ video websites are causing chaos. These small companies are all based overseas. Even if Lin Jiang or Huaxia take action, they can’t shut them down completely.

The number of active users on these websites is rapidly increasing, making Lin Jiang’s short video platforms uneasy. They are requesting Lin Jiang to lift these restrictions, or they might face strong competitors.

Lin Jiang is starting to reconsider. Short video platforms are one of his sources of income. Without the support of these platforms, it won’t be easy for him.

"Facing some issues?"

Cao Ying walked over and softly asked Lin Jiang.

"I’m feeling unsure. The world is chaotic right now. If I make a wrong move, all the plans made before will be in vain. So, I dare not make a mistake."

"Uncle, I think you’re worrying too much. Our presence is already the biggest advantage. With such an advantage, there’s no doubt we can succeed."

"Little Ying, you don’t understand, maybe I asked for too much."

"Then don’t ask for so much, cut to the chase, if there’s a problem, I’ll be there, don’t worry."

Cao Ying said confidently, she had strong power, not afraid of anything.

"I understand, but Little Ying, do you think it’s possible for me to integrate the cultivation system and the technology system?"

"Do it however you want, but those in power can’t be ordinary people."

"I know, how to smoothly transition this process is giving me a headache."

"Uncle, why are you being so indecisive, you weren’t like this before."

Cao Ying looked at Lin Jiang, who looked conflicted. She was surprised, she remembered Lin Jiang used to be decisive, how did he become like this? Could it be the result of aging?

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Zhou Liao, Jingdu City.

A young man was laughing loudly in the busy city, with countless police officers chasing after him, but he didn’t care at all. He was flying on a sword, weaving through the tall buildings.

In the past, seemingly powerful drones were easily knocked down by him, and even bullet attacks could not penetrate his protective shield. Zhou Liao naturally had powerful weapons, but could he use them now? Surrounded by crowds and tall buildings, they hesitated to take action as they had no way to deal with this man.

"Goodbye, everyone."

After teasing everyone, the man waved goodbye to the crowd, about to disappear from view. But at that moment, a flying sword appeared, cutting him down directly. Then the sword vanished without a trace, leaving a group of puzzled onlookers.

The disappearing sword turned into a streak of light, returning to Zhou Bang’s hand. The Zhou family members witnessed this scene, feeling overwhelmed. This was their Zhou family leader, a divine being among men.

"Senior Zhou still cares about these mortals."

Li Cheng stood beside Zhou Bang and said. When we first woke up with our powers not yet restored, he was still arrogant, regarding mortals as insignificant. Now that our spiritual energy has recovered and he has regained his Building Foundation Period cultivation, he is even more arrogant.

"Senior Li, this bustling world is now created by mortals. It is not the incompetent mortals of the immortal cultivation era."

"Brother Zhou is right, but he shouldn’t forget that humans are just humans."

Li Cheng shook his head, thinking, "What’s wrong with ordinary people creating this bustling world? But it’s not right to treat them poorly. Cultivators should still carry themselves with dignity."

"Forget about that, let’s go inside since the other brothers are almost there."

Zhou Bang said, then turned and walked into the meeting room.

In the meeting room, there were sixteen people, all former disciples of the Wangxian Sect. They were all those whom Zhou Bang could find, but they still hadn’t found their Grand Elder, Li Qing.

"Fellow brothers, it’s a joyous occasion that we are gathered in this era. However, we also bear the responsibility of this age. Today is the time to discuss important matters."

"Brother Zhou, get to the point and skip the chit-chat."

"Alright, I’ll be direct. Currently, the world is experiencing a resurgence of spiritual energy, and it seems like we are returning to the age of cultivation. However, it’s not the same as our previous cultivation era. It feels more like the world is in a state of chaos."

"In Zhou Liao, I have found many people who, through their research, have discovered that the spiritual medicines born now are stronger than those in our era. Additionally, many spiritual medicines that had disappeared in our time have reappeared. Therefore, I believe that this world is like the chaotic beginnings, where the birth of innate spiritual treasures is not impossible."

"What does this represent? It means we can go further, maybe even have a chance to become immortal. We all have the potential to become Nascent Soul or Soul Changing cultivators. Although our lifespans are short, as long as we restore our spiritual energy to a certain level and have enough resources, it’s normal for us to progress further."

Zhou Bang spoke to his fellow disciples, igniting curiosity among many as they had no idea. Just hearing the words ‘primordial spiritual treasure’ and ‘chaos opening’ got them excited.

"Brother Zhou means we should negotiate with the people from Yun State and cooperate to share this world with each other, right?"

"Yes, no matter how vast the world is, resources are limited. I’ve already reached out to the people from Yun State and filed for a chance to collaborate. We aim to monopolize the qualifications for cultivation, share resources. Imagine if the resources in the world were only enough for hundreds or thousands of cultivators, how would that feel?"

"A chance to dominate all beings."

"Brother Zhou, what if they refuse to cooperate?"

"Explain with reason, persuade with benefits. If that doesn’t work, we might have to take risks."

Zhou Bang said coldly. Initially, he had given up hope, thinking he was destined to live an ordinary mortal life, but then he encountered spiritual energy recovery.

Moreover, the situation of spiritual energy recovery exceeded his expectations by far. This time, spiritual energy recovery seemed to rejuvenate the world, revealing treasures from ancient times. This excited Zhou Bang because he still had decades of life left. If he could control numerous resources in these decades, perhaps he could break through before his lifespan ended. Once he broke through, he could potentially live for thousands of years, with a chance for eternal life.

Li Cheng and the others didn’t directly answer, but no one objected, so they all agreed. In the cultivation era, they didn’t dare to have such thoughts at all. The gap in realms is like a huge pit. But now, most people are only at the Building Foundation Period level. Who’s afraid of whom?

"Brother Zhou, what should we do?"

"If the other party agrees to meet, then arrange the meeting place in a neutral location, like Qingyun or another country. A few of us will go to meet them, while the others should prepare in secret."

"It’s best if they agree to cooperate. That way, it benefits us all. We can divide the world’s resources. What do you think?"

"Okay, but to be safe, we need to quickly locate the Grand Elder and the other elders."

Li Cheng said. Grand Elder Li Qing and several other elders are professional assassins and very powerful in battle. If we can get them on our side, even if the other party is at the same Building Foundation Period, we might have a chance.

"Brother Li is right. I’ll arrange for someone to find them soon. Also, we need to prepare for the worst. If things don’t work out, we’ll retreat to the Ying Continent. Is Brother Li prepared?"

"The Ying Continent is completely under my control."

Li Cheng nodded. They have been running their business in Ying Continent for many years, having money, people, and skills. If they still can’t succeed, then they are just too worthless.