"A mere Earth Realm third-layer cultivator, who hasn't even stepped onto the path of divine abilities, dares to confront me. Truly suicidal!"
"Who is suicidal will be known when we try!"
Just as the two were at each other's throats, Liu Hanguang, the chief constable of the Six Doors in Ziyang County, rushed over, accompanied by a warrior clad in black feather armor, exuding an intense aura.
Liu Hanguang, sweating profusely, cupped his fists respectfully towards Gong Liexian, "Greetings, Sword Holder Lord!"
The warrior in black feather armor, radiating a potent killing intent, addressed Gong Liexian, "Miss, the strategist has sent word that Marquis Xuanyang's medical skills are profound and might be able to treat the Prince's injuries!"
"Oh?" Gong Liexian's brow furrowed, "Is that so?"
The black feather armored warrior quickly produced a letter and handed it to Gong Liexian.
Gong Liexian opened the envelope and read it. Her brow furrowed for a moment, then relaxed. Her voice turned cold, "Marquis Xuanyang, if you dare to obstruct me again, I won't kill you, but I will cripple your martial path."
With that, Gong Liexian's figure shot off in the direction Ming Huatong had fled, her speed astonishing.
Chen Jiuyang's expression turned grim. Gong Liexian, as a Sword Holder, did not abide by the rules, which he found displeasing. However, her formidable strength was undeniable. Judging by her speed alone, her current power was likely superior to his, though he couldn't ascertain by how much or to what level.
"Marquis Xuanyang, my lady has a fiery temper. We trouble you to bear with it." The black feather armored warrior referred to Gong Liexian as "Miss," suggesting he was a personal guard of the Zhenxi King of the Dragon Kingdom.
Chen Jiuyang slowly retracted his imposing aura and cupped his fists, "You are too kind."
The black feather armored warrior then pursued in the direction Gong Liexian had gone.
Liu Hanguang gazed at the golden spear in Gong Liexian's hand with reverence, sighing in admiration, "This young county princess is truly remarkable. Having received the true inheritance of our Dragon Kingdom's Second King, Tianlong Pocheng, at such a young age, it's possible our Dragon Kingdom will see a female Martial King in the future."
Chen Jiuyang inquired, "Gong Liexian is the daughter of our Dragon Kingdom's First King, yet she received the true inheritance from the Second King?"
Liu Hanguang chuckled, "Marquis Xuanyang, do you know which of our Dragon Kingdom's Five Kings possesses the highest combat power?"
Chen Jiuyang slowly shook his head.
Liu Hanguang continued, "The Second King. Sixty years ago, during the War of National Destiny, our Second King, with his Tianlong Pocheng Spear, routed the enemy forces and established a formidable reputation. The techniques of the Tianlong Pocheng Spear were not even fully passed down to the Second King's heir, but they were given to this young county princess. Truly, everyone's fortune and opportunities are different."
Chen Jiuyang said, "Continue."
Liu Hanguang glanced at Chen Jiuyang, "Marquis Xuanyang, do you truly not know that our Dragon Kingdom's First King and Second King are cousins? And their consorts are sisters, from the same family?"
Chen Jiuyang's expression showed a hint of surprise, "So that's how it is."
From a purely status perspective, Gong Liexian was indeed extraordinary. Her martial talent was high, and her combat power was immense. It was entirely possible for her to be enfeoffed as a King in the future.
Liu Hanguang added, "It's fortunate you didn't engage in a direct confrontation with this young county princess. The consequences would have been dire."
Chen Jiuyang's brow furrowed slightly. The Sword Holder of Feng Province, Nantung, had summoned him today, likely with this very intention – to warn him against confronting Gong Liexian if they met in Feng Province, as the repercussions would be difficult to manage.
However, who could have predicted that Chen Jiuyang would encounter her so soon after receiving the warning?
Liu Hanguang said, "Marquis Xuanyang, let's go. Ziyang County is quite lively now. Magistrate Hong is waiting for you."
"Why is Magistrate Hong waiting for me?" Chen Jiuyang asked.
Liu Hanguang looked astonished, "Marquis Xuanyang, all forty-six Marquises of Feng Province are gathered in Ziyang County. They say you intend to invest in building factories and establishing companies that will benefit the people."
"Oh, that matter," Chen Jiuyang replied, "Then let's go."
On the way, Chen Jiuyang also called Yao Zixuan. When it came to business investments, Chen Jiuyang still felt Yao Zixuan was more knowledgeable.
After all, Yao Zixuan had chosen him at first sight among potential suitors, and Yao Qianhe had also provided strong support for Chen Jiuyang. The Yao family generally had a good business acumen.
The venue was in the park outside the Ziyang County Government building. The forty-six Marquises of Feng Province not only came themselves but also brought their retinues, such as those managing their household finances and families dependent on them.
Hundreds of people were densely packed at the scene. Upon seeing Chen Jiuyang arrive, hundreds of voices chorused, cupping their fists towards him, "Marquis Xuanyang (Brother Xuanyang), Lord Marquis Xuanyang."
The way people addressed Chen Jiuyang varied.
"Marquis Xuanyang, you are truly bringing fortune to the hundreds of thousands of people in our Ziyang County this time," Magistrate Hong Baichuan said enthusiastically to Chen Jiuyang.
"As a fellow villager, I will do my part..."
Yao Zixuan stood beside Chen Jiuyang. Chen Jiuyang said to her, "Zixuan, you handle the company shares, funds, factory locations, and employee management. I will discuss the tangible aspects with them."
"Alright." Yao Zixuan was wearing a qipao today, with high heels and her hair styled up, adorned with a jade hairpin. She looked stunningly beautiful, but as Chen Jiuyang's woman, no one dared to look at her disrespectfully.
Yao Zixuan announced, "All the accountants and bank staff from various families, as well as those who have volunteered for company management positions, please come to me for sequential handover."
"Magistrate Hong, please also come here to draft the contract and serve as a witness."
Hong Baichuan, with a ruddy complexion, replied, "Certainly."
This was an investment of nearly a hundred billion. Once this capital flowed into Ziyang County, the county's economy would immediately experience rapid development.
Chen Jiuyang instructed Deng Zun, "Deng Zun, bring out the three types of medicinal pills."
"Yes, Marquis." Deng Zun nodded, opening the portable briefcase he carried, which contained three different pills.
Chen Jiuyang introduced them one by one, "The first type of pill is the Longevity Pill, priced at three hundred yuan per pill. Regular consumption can enhance resistance and immunity, prevent illness, and strengthen the body. This is for ordinary people. The patent has been applied for. You can examine the research data yourselves. Fang Bo, distribute the information."
Fang Bahua nodded, "Yes, Young Master."
As the recipients took the information, their breathing quickened slightly. The Longevity Pill was so effective, but the material cost was a bit high, resulting in a profit margin of only about five percent, which meant even less would be distributed to them.
However, this could serve as a family heirloom, ensuring their descendants would not starve and could live a decent life.
"The second type is Longevity Fluid."
Chen Jiuyang pointed to the small bottles, "This is a medical treatment for ordinary people who sustain injuries. You can see the effects on the second page."
After reviewing the information on the second page, everyone's faces flushed slightly.
Following that, Chen Jiuyang dropped a bombshell for martial artists:
"The third type is the Second-Turn Golden Qi Nourishing Minor Elixir, which can treat internal injuries and hidden ailments for martial artists below the Heaven Realm."
Upon reading the description of this elixir on the third page, the martial artists, and even the Great Grandmasters who had been enfeoffed as Marquises, had their faces completely flushed, their eyes filled with excitement.
"Boom!"
The martial artists and Great Grandmasters present erupted. Good heavens, this twenty billion yuan investment was absolutely worth it!