Chapter 142: Jiang Star Stone

The middle-aged woman had been around for many years, and this unusual situation left her feeling uncertain.

Especially since she couldn’t see through the person before her.

She glanced at Uncle De, who shook his head slightly.

This was far too abnormal!

“So it’s President Jiang.”

The middle-aged woman forced a smile: “I wonder if President Jiang could do us a favor? I will certainly remember this kindness.”

“Leave the Star Stele, and everything can be discussed,” Jiang Changkong said calmly.

The middle-aged woman’s expression darkened: “President Jiang, if you accommodate us, a minor commander position in the Major Province will surely be yours.”

Jiang Changkong replied indifferently: “Let strength do the talking.”

“President Jiang, think carefully. The position of minor commander in a Major Province is already quite high,” the middle-aged woman said in a low voice.

“Trouble you people from the Major Province to investigate how I became this president!”

Jiang Changkong grew impatient. With a raise of his palm, the power of the blazing sun illuminated the night sky.

A rolling sun formed into a massive blade of light.

A terrifying high temperature surged, turning the surroundings into daylight.

The blazing sun blade descended with a thunderous crash.

The middle-aged woman’s expression changed drastically. Blue Star Power surged forth, transforming into a torrential flood to meet the blade head-on.

Boom!

The blade fell, and violent Star Power surged, directly cleaving through the torrential flood.

The blade suppressed everything, striking down with a single slash.

Splat!

Blood sprayed as the middle-aged woman was sent flying backward.

Star Power surged wildly. The crowd watched the scene with pity, not daring to make a sound.

The middle-aged woman continuously vomited blood, her body covered in blade marks. Her backward flight suddenly halted.

A hand gripped her neck, forcibly stopping her mid-air.

The middle-aged woman’s face turned deathly pale: “You…”

“The Star Stele,” Jiang Changkong said coldly.

“Take it.”

A blood-stained arm extended a golden ring toward him.

Jiang Changkong took the ring and inspected it. Inside were two glass containers holding two broken stone steles.

Releasing the woman, Jiang Changkong took the ring and walked over to Jiang Haibo: “This Star Stele is entrusted to you.”

Although it could fetch a good price, he knew it wasn’t something he could keep.

It was enough to seize the opportunity to gain some Essence.

“Thank you for your trouble,” Jiang Haibo quickly stored the ring and said gratefully.

Jiang Changkong checked the time—it was past four in the morning: “Everyone, take a seat and wait until dawn.”

Once dawn arrived, the Federation’s people would come, and he could then retire with his mission accomplished.

“Please go over there and squat.”

Several soldiers, holding long spears, approached the middle-aged woman. Though polite, their faces couldn’t hide their excitement.

When had they ever been able to make a Star Spirit expert squat in place?

A Star Spirit—not a single one could be found in all of Jianghai Province!

Old Master Chu, hailed as the overlord of Jianghai, was only at the peak of Star Vault.

And here, there were more than just one Star Vault peak expert squatting!

Even Star Spirits—three of them were squatting!

“Thank you, President Jiang. I am Jiang Haishan, the minor commander of Jiangshui City. I’ve often heard Haichuan mention you.”

Jiang Haishan said with a smile.

“So it’s Brother Haishan.”

Jiang Changkong smiled: “As the president of the Martial Arts Association, it’s my responsibility to cooperate with the Federation’s actions.”

“Well done. The Federation is in need of talents like you.”

Jiang Haishan patted his shoulder excitedly: “Jianghai has finally produced an extraordinary talent. This time, I will definitely recommend you for merit.”

“Then thank you,” Jiang Changkong said with a smile. A free merit—not bad.

Jiang Haibo laughed: “Come, let’s have a few drinks together. Once dawn comes, it’ll all be over.”

He took out a table from his spatial equipment, then produced some wine and dishes.

Jiang Changkong smiled inwardly—this guy really knew how to live well, carrying food and drink with him wherever he went.

The three of them sat down to eat and drink, while Nantian Wang pulled Luo Yunchen over to join them.

Uncle De stood to the side without taking a seat.

“Changkong, let’s discuss the matter of the Yang Stones properly,” Nantian Wang said.

Jiang Changkong took a bite of food and replied coldly, “Don’t try to lowball me this time, or next time we meet, I’ll beat you half to death.”

Nantian Wang sighed helplessly. “You really drive a hard bargain—no chance for a good deal. As for Star Stones, I can’t offer too many.”

“Name your price,” Jiang Changkong said calmly.

After thinking for a moment, Nantian Wang said, “Ten thousand Fifth Rank High-Grade stones, and two thousand Fifth Rank top-grade ones.”

Jiang Changkong frowned. “Raise it a bit more.”

“That’s already the highest price, as Commander Jiang knows,” Nantian Wang shook his head.

Jiang Haishan nodded slightly. “No problem.”

Satisfied, Jiang Changkong nodded. “And what about the remaining weapons and potions? How much will you offer?”

“That depends on the grade of those potions, and there might be a discount,” Nantian Wang said thoughtfully. Seeing Jiang Changkong’s displeasure, he quickly explained, “No business runs without making a profit. Besides, it’s not me buying—it’s Uncle De.”

Uncle De, standing nearby, nodded slightly. “Taking in this much at once can’t be done at normal prices. We need to make a profit too, especially since we’ll be transporting them to other provinces.”

Jianghai Province couldn’t absorb all these goods; only the Yaoguang Merchant Guild could afford them.

Jiang Changkong also knew that the other party wouldn’t pay full market price for everything.

Purchasing goods always involved making a profit, and on top of that, the origins of these items weren’t exactly legitimate.

“Everything’s here. Give me an estimate,” Jiang Changkong said, taking out a jade pendant and handing it to Uncle De.

He had kept some potions and weapons aside, intending to give them to Yu Beilin and his two senior sisters.

They had done a lot for him during his time at the school, so he felt he should think of them.

“Your weapon seemed to shatter earlier,” Uncle De remarked calmly. “Do you want a Sixth Rank weapon?”

Jiang Changkong hesitated. Of course he wanted a Sixth Rank weapon, but that would mean losing out on a significant amount of Star Stones.

After a moment’s thought, he tentatively asked, “Could you just give it to me?”

Uncle De: “…”

Wishful thinking. A Sixth Rank weapon, and you expect me to give it to you?

Jiang Haishan and the others shook their heads. “Sixth Rank weapons aren’t easy to come by, and they’d greatly enhance your strength. You should exchange for one.”

“Fine, I’ll exchange,” Jiang Changkong gritted his teeth. “If I’m exchanging, I want a good one. Don’t bring me any low or mid-grade Sixth Rank weapons.”

Uncle De nodded. “Then these items of yours won’t fetch many Star Stones.”

“I also have two drops of blood and a Special Starstone. I’ll sell them to you as well,” Jiang Changkong said, taking out two drops of golden blood and the Special Starstone and handing them over.

Uncle De accepted the items and said calmly, “After I return, I’ll calculate their value and notify you.”

With the business concluded, all that remained was eating, drinking, and chatting.

As for those from the major provinces, they were all squatting obediently, not daring to cause trouble.

By six o’clock, Jiang Changkong stood up to leave. The Federation personnel had already arrived in Jiangshui City.

There was nothing left for him to do here, so it was time to go.

“Convert my share of the credit into Martial Arts Association points, or let me level up in the Martial Arts Association,” he instructed before slipping away.

After a busy night, he needed to go back and catch up on sleep.

Nantian Wang and Luo Yunchen also made their escape. Although they hadn’t taken action, they had come here, and being caught by the Federation would still mean trouble for them.

As for the others, it wasn’t their concern. They wouldn’t die anyway, though they’d suffer a bit.

Returning to the hotel, Li Changtian and the other three had already left—those four disloyal friends.

Not only did they not accompany him, but they actually ran off.

Forget it, better to go back to school and sleep.

The two senior sisters and the principal were still asleep, so he didn’t disturb them and rested directly.

He didn’t know how long he slept before Jiang Changkong was awakened again by the ringing of his phone.

Answering the call, he sounded somewhat displeased: “Who is it?”

“Jiang Star Stone.”

A gentle voice came through.

Jiang Changkong: “…”

Who are you calling? Who are you calling Jiang Star Stone?

Your whole family is named Star Stone!