Free Web NovelChapter 702: Chapter 294: Opening an Account at the Adventurer Association
The lowered gaze harbored so much; if that person were him, how wonderful it would be, he could wake up from a dream laughing.
Many people hadn’t seen Li Xin able to summon the Immortal; last time, only a small group had happened upon it by chance. However, today, after Li Xin appeared, everyone who could enter the Silver Market came. As soon as he stepped into the bar, the news spread quickly, and many more people gathered in the Black Market.
There were those probing for information, members of secret sects, and others with different purposes, some even targeting the Secret Castle.
Li Xin’s image in the Black Market was repositioned. Everyone knew this man appeared friendly and reasonable, but in reality, he was ruthless once offended.
The Adventurer Association had a prime location at the end of the Silver Market, closest to the Gold Market. In the secret world, among the Seven Great Churches, the Five Great Sanctuaries, the Four Major Secret Organizations, and the Three Major Travel Groups, the Adventurer Association, as one of the Four Major Secret Organizations, held a significant position, not fearing any organization. However, that was not the Duke’s strength; in front of truly big figures, he represented nothing.
The Duke was very grateful, although he had misjudged a bit, he hadn’t messed up.
Initially, upon facing Li Xin’s management fee, his first reaction was anger because a cut from the Hundred Martial Hall’s commission... they also had a share in the Adventurer Association, or to be precise, he had a vested interest, which is why he supported it and exchanged information. The first meeting was actually a trial, also meant as a warning. Fortunately, the Adventurer Association had intelligence on Li Xin, giving him a high evaluation, but that evaluation was incredibly inaccurate compared to the power Li Xin displayed.
The evaluation focused on potential and personal strength; wasn’t this deceiving? Lucky, thankfully, he hadn’t supported the Night Patrol, nor acted unreasonably, so the impression should still be decent.
Of course, compared to Lan Yue, he was lacking. Lan Yue definitely knew more inside information, otherwise, how could she so firmly stand by the Night Patrol when the situation was not clear, leading to the Gourmet Association’s rise in the Black Market?
Vision represented strength and information ability, even overshadowing their Adventurer Association.
Hua Qianzhan was dead, confirmed early by the Adventurer Association and already reported. Duke felt he couldn’t just sit and wait anymore; he needed to take initiative. If he couldn’t connect in the early stages of the Secret Castle Prince’s growth, he might not even have the chance to meet him in the future.
"Captain Li, sorry to disturb you, Captain Li, I wonder if you have time for a chat?" When Li Xin was about to pass by after finishing his business, the Duke approached with a big smile.
Upon meeting, the Black Market’s most famous steel-backed beast immediately bowed down.
Seeing the Duke, Li Xin also smiled, "Chairman Duke invites, I must find time regardless of my schedule."
Actually, Duke had prepared to face cold shoulders, but unexpectedly, Li Xin was so accommodating. Although Duke was an experienced man of society, hearing this made his face glow, "Captain Li, please come inside."
Seeing Li Xin really coming, everyone in the Adventurer Association came to the door to welcome him, as they were the most aware of the terror of the man in front of them.
He rose suddenly and soared, and this was certainly not all he had, because feedback from Dragon Capital made the Hedan Adventurer Association verify some uncertain information, which was the reason for the previous misjudgment, truly unbelievable!
Regarding re-involvement, Duke didn’t know some content; it seemed directly related to the earth-shaking upheaval in Hedan, also corroborating another speculation of Duke’s. At that time, Li Xin gave the Immortal a gold coin, seen clearly from where he stood; this was definitely not a meaningless act. A bold guess fitting this behavior was that he was the Messenger.
Reason told him it was ridiculous, but when all information was linked together, it was most likely true.
Song of Hell, Earth Temple, Ola Royal Family, Withered Wood Monastery, Holy City, Gourmet Association, and now adding the Secret Castle Prince.
The Adventurer Association was built very grand and spacious, not opulent, but with a strong guild feel, making Li Xin feel very at home.
Duke keenly noticed this, "Your Highness, our Adventurer Association aims to serve the hidden travelers of the Dao Yuan Continent, with a long history from organization to individuals, though relatively shallow compared to your place, merely a product of the new era."
As soon as Li Xin stepped into the Adventurer Association, Duke’s address changed. Outside, he was the Captain of the Night Patrol, but here he was the Prince of the Secret Castle, and his treatment needed an upgrade.
"I’d like to open an account here; I seem not to have registered with you yet," Li Xin said.
Duke’s face beamed with joy. One of his objectives was to have Li Xin open an account here. The Adventurer Association’s professionalism and credibility across the continent were due to this, accommodating everyone from princes to pirates, even travel groups.
"Thank you, Your Highness Li Xin, for supporting our Adventurer Association. Let me introduce you."
Smiling, Duke brought Li Xin to the VIP room.
"Our adventurer levels are divided into ordinary member, bronze member, silver member, and gold member, four regular tiers. Adventurers need to complete tasks in the association, provide information, and accumulate points for level upgrade. Different levels have different privileges and can receive related support at any Adventurer Association in Dao Yuan Continent." Duke said, "Many gold members are strongmen of noble families and secret organizations."
"Oh."
Li Xin said lightly, knowing more than Duke about this. However, they were all paid, even with discounts, it was very expensive. Such high-level members meant access to more confidential information, but the prices were exorbitant too.
Seeing Li Xin’s indifferent look, Duke knew this level couldn’t impress him. Fortunately, he had prepared early, putting effort into winning Li Xin over, knowing he couldn’t neglect Li Xin’s initiative; this was an opportunity.
"Of course, such a level doesn’t suit Your Highness. We have specially prepared rare Treasure Cards for extremely special groups, which can be used at all Adventurer Associations across Dao Yuan Continent, with a 30% discount on all fees, no service fee, no queueing, top priority, as our VIP among VIPs in the Adventurer Association."
For the Adventurer Association, worldly power and influence were important. Some top figures were VIPs, but truly high-status ones were those with terrifying powers, the apex existence.
As he spoke, a server brought a tray covered with red cloth trimmed in gold, on which lay a gold-inlaid jade box with exquisite engravings.
Duke carefully placed the box on the table, turning it towards Li Xin, and opened it. Inside lay an unremarkable wooden plaque, about half a palm in size, ordinary except for a dragon pattern in the bottom right corner.
Li Xin picked it up, feeling it in his hand, while a proud look appeared on Duke’s face. The higher the membership, the rarer the material, emphasizing the Adventurer Association’s power—a very important aspect. Treasure Cards, also known as Wood Cards, were not of ordinary wood, but a rare legendary existence, signifying status.
"Inject Spiritual Ability to mark it." Duke said mysteriously.
Li Xin injected his Spiritual Ability, his expression changed slightly; something was wrong!
Duke’s smile grew wider, "This is the legendary..."
Before he could finish, Li Xin flicked his hand, a harp appearing in his grip, comparing it with the wooden plaque; it really was the Wood of Life. He frowned, "Where did you get this junk?"
Duke’s mouth opened slowly, eyes widened, staring at the harp in Li Xin’s hand in disbelief, crookedly glancing between Li Xin and the harp.
With a richer smile, his bow grew deeper; as expected of the Prince of Secret Castle, the legendary Wood of Life, a small piece was invaluable, a treasure beyond the market. It could ward off evil spirits, enter high-level Magic Potions, or be rare materials for some Spell Arrays. ... And such a large piece, he used it as a musical instrument.
Even as the branch president of the Adventurer Association, he had never seen an entire piece of Wood of Life.
"Your Highness, it’s said to be from the Black Meteor Empire, can’t compare to your quality; ours is just scraps. The Adventurer Association excels in providing intelligence and logistical services."
At this moment, Duke was very confident; Li Xin was definitely not becoming the Night Patrol just to be the Night Patrol, but as a worldly practice of the Secret Castle Prince. He subconsciously viewed him as the Night Patrol, an utterly mistaken approach—his attitude needed to be correct.
"Black Meteor Empire?" Li Xin moved slightly, comparing the two pieces of Wood of Life... not only in color difference, but the feel and texture too. Most importantly, this piece felt heavy and cold.
Could it be there is more than one Golden Tree...
