The Qingfeng Sect was indeed a major sect, and they truly kept their word.

The promise was made in the morning, and the people arrived by the afternoon.

At the new location of the sect, Li Yingling watched in confusion as many people were cutting down trees and clearing a path to transport materials.

Li Yingling couldn't help but ask Chu Xingchen beside her, "Master, are you really this rich? Were you pretending to be poor before?"

Chu Xingchen sighed, feeling the loneliness of being at the top, and said, "If intelligence could be converted into money, I could probably rival a nation in wealth."

Li Yingling didn't argue upon hearing this, but silently covered Chen Baiqing's ears in front of her.

When Master said such things, it meant there was another resentful person in the world.

This little junior sister was obedient and well-behaved, though a bit slow at memorizing texts, she was diligent. She mustn't be led astray by their master.

Li Xingtian, who was nearby, asked, "Master, what are we here to do?"

Chu Xingchen took out the blueprints for the True Martial Hall from the system space and handed them to Li Xingtian, instructing:

"Everything should be built according to these blueprints. First, construct two cheap houses, but remember to buy some expensive materials as well, and have them call more people. Try to build as much as possible before they tally the materials."

Li Xingtian took the blueprints, carefully examining them, and immediately felt that the design was incredibly ingenious and full of charm, but... damn, it was expensive.

What kind of material standards were these?

"Remember to mix expensive and cheap materials, just a bit at first, and build a few residential houses. If anyone asks why it's so expensive..."

Chu Xingchen paused and said, "Just use your current expression and tell them to discuss any issues with me."

Li Xingtian was taken aback by this. My current expression?

Master, wouldn't this count as a personal attack?

Without waiting for Master's arrangement, Li Yingling asked, "Then Master, what about me and Junior Sister?"

"You stay here for now as a supervisor to ensure quality control."

Chu Xingchen casually assigned the task, then reached out to hold Chen Baiqing's small hand:

"I'll take the little junior sister out to see the world and boost her courage."

Li Yingling looked suspicious, but felt that her master wouldn't be so unscrupulous, so she nodded lightly, accepting her master's arrangement.

Chen Baiqing raised her little head, looking at her master holding her hand, not asking where they were going, just gripping her master's hand tightly.

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Inside the side hall of Qingfeng Sect.

The Sect Master of Qingfeng Sect sat in a high position, looking sternly at a slightly young inner disciple standing below.

"Sect Master? Me?!"

The inner disciple was surprised, but couldn't hide his excitement. He was currently only a mid Foundation Establishment cultivator.

His talent within the sect wasn't considered top-notch, and the resources allocated to him by the sect were barely enough.

Today, everything might change drastically.

Because today, the Sect Master suddenly summoned him and entrusted him with the important position of Reception Elder!

Everyone knew that even the lowest position of Reception Elder in Qingfeng Sect required a Golden Core cultivation level and came with elder offerings!

This was essentially a meteoric rise!

The Sect Master of Qingfeng Sect nodded with satisfaction, then remembered something and sternly reminded:

"Good, but don't follow in the footsteps of that traitor Zheng Xiaofeng. You must see the path ahead clearly!"

Regarding Zheng Xiaofeng, this inner disciple understood the situation. After all, choosing to be a janitor at Tianyan Sect rather than an elder at Qingfeng Sect was a disgraceful matter for Qingfeng Sect.

Their own disgrace became the talk of others.

Not only did everyone in Qingfeng Sect know, but other sects also mocked and ridiculed them.

Especially the incident where Zheng Xiaofeng cursed the Sect Master for days before leaving, which other sects found hilarious.

This newly appointed Reception Elder, chosen by the Sect Master, was naturally a shrewd person.

He quickly cupped his hands and solemnly replied, "I have trained in Qingfeng Sect since childhood, and reaching this level is thanks to the sect's nurturing. I would never be like Zheng Xiaofeng!"

"Being recognized and entrusted with such a responsibility by the Sect Master, I will surely dedicate myself to the sect!"

The Sect Master of Qingfeng Sect said with a strange expression:

"I am pleased with your attitude, but avoid using the phrase 'dedicate yourself' in the future, it makes me uncomfortable."

After speaking, the Sect Master swiftly turned and left without waiting for a response.

In the side hall, only the newly appointed Reception Elder, trembling with excitement, remained. He shakily put on the brand-new elder robe beside him.

His face couldn't hide his joy.

But the joy didn't last long.

Outside the door, a disciple who had been reprimanded earlier hurried over, and upon seeing the inner disciple wearing the Reception Elder's attire, quickly said:

"Elder! That Tianyan Sect disciple is here again, holding a little girl."

The Reception Elder waved his long sleeves, confidently saying:

"No matter, I will go welcome them."

"No need, I'm quite familiar with Qingfeng Sect, I'll just walk in myself, no need for formalities."

Chu Xingchen entered the side hall with Chen Baiqing, his expression relaxed, and his gaze quickly locked onto the Reception Elder.

The system interface swiftly scanned.

[Target: Jiang Zhiming]

[Cultivation Level: Mid Foundation Establishment]

[Blue Trait: Skilled in Socializing]

[White Trait: Art of Flattery]

[Black Trait: Arrogant and Conceited]

After reading the traits, Chu Xingchen's gaze softened.

The primary purpose of bringing Chen Baiqing to see the world was secondary; the main goal was to find a way to fool Qingfeng Sect.

At least, before they realized the discrepancy in material usage, he could build more structures.

If Qingfeng Sect were to conduct a simple audit, the True Martial Hall might end up as just a gate.

The more he could build now, the more he would profit, and he could worry less about spirit stones in the future.

If he continued to confront the Sect Master of Qingfeng Sect, Chu Xingchen estimated he wouldn't be able to hide for long.

But if it was this young guy, there was much more room for maneuver.

Chu Xingchen, with a spring-like smile, cupped his hands and said, "This young friend, to become an elder of Qingfeng Sect at such a young age, your future is indeed promising."

Jiang Zhiming was taken aback, quickly returning the gesture, and humbly said:

"Senior, you flatter me. In your presence, I am far from having a promising future, mostly benefiting from your favor."

Although Jiang Zhiming spoke humbly, his heart was already filled with excitement.

He had heard about the morning's events.

Even the Sect Master had to address this Tianyan Sect disciple as a senior, and it was said the tone was quite harsh.

Yet this esteemed person, at this moment, addressed him as a friend!

Jiang Zhiming maintained a calm exterior, but inside, his emotions were soaring.

Who said this Tianyan Sect disciple was difficult to approach? He seemed quite easy to talk to!