I Can Extract Divine Power

Chapter 468: Chapter 173: Destroying Feige Building (2)

When Shen Bai opened the door, Fang Tong’s eyes lit up.

"Lord Shen, your power seems to have grown again."

Fang Tong certainly had a sharp eye. Since Shen Bai wasn’t concealing his Qi, Fang Tong noticed the change at a glance.

’He couldn’t understand how Lord Shen’s power could increase so rapidly, but Fang Tong felt there was no need to dwell on it.’

’The stronger Lord Shen became, the better it was for the Observatory in Nanxing Prefecture.’

"Are there any leads on the case?" Shen Bai asked.

Fang Tong was brought back to the purpose of his visit. He quickly said, "Lord Shen, this is the location of the Feige Building’s dealings. Please, take a look."

Fang Tong handed him a sealed letter.

Shen Bai took it and examined it for a moment. The corners of his lips curved up slightly.

"Not bad. Clever, indeed."

Shen Bai said, "The most dangerous place is the safest place. To think they’d set up shop in such a bustling area... How interesting."

Fang Tong nodded. "It’s the darkest place right under the lamp. We never expected them to be so bold as to operate right in the middle of a busy district."

Shen Bai mulled it over for a moment, then said, "Find the best disguise artist and bring him here. I’m going to need a disguise. I’ll check this out alone."

Fang Tong was taken aback for a second. He hadn’t expected Lord Shen to act alone.

But an order from the Observatory had to be carried out. Without another thought, he hurried off to find the disguise artist.

As for where to find one, the Observatory naturally had its channels.

After Fang Tong left, Shen Bai gazed at the sealed letter in his hand, a look of keen interest on his face.

’This trip isn’t just about helping Dongfang Li; it’s also about the mine.’

’The divination results showed a great opportunity awaits me there.’

’And if there’s a great opportunity, I might as well go and test the waters.’

’As for why I’m going alone, it’s simply more convenient.’

’The Feige Building hasn’t survived this long by being foolish. Too many people would arouse suspicion.’

With that, Shen Bai made up his mind.

Just then, Fang Tong returned with the disguise artist.

The disguise artist asked, trembling, "Lord Shen, what sort of appearance do you require?"

Shen Bai said, "Something ordinary will do."

The artist quickly agreed and began preparing the disguise for Shen Bai.

"By the way, Amber, you can just stay inside me for the time being," Shen Bai added.

"MEOW!"

Amber, hugging Shen Bai’s arm, let out a cry of agreement.

...

「Yunxi Street.」

This was one of the liveliest streets in Nanxing Prefecture.

Due to its proximity to the city center, many people still lingered here even late at night.

At this moment, inside an apothecary, the Shopkeeper was dozing off.

The sound of footsteps startled the dozing Shopkeeper awake. He looked up, his gaze wary.

A plainly dressed young man approached and said, "High mountains, green water."

The Shopkeeper frowned. "Flower fields, by the fence."

"I have business to discuss with the Feige Building," Shen Bai said with a nod.

The Shopkeeper gestured with his hand. "Please, follow me."

The Shopkeeper then led Shen Bai into a back room and shut the door.

"What does our guest require of the Feige Building?" the Shopkeeper asked.

Shen Bai didn’t hesitate. "I heard the Feige Building recently captured a Surveyor. My purpose is simple: give me the Surveyor. Whatever price someone else is offering, I’ll pay triple."

At his words, the room fell so silent you could hear a pin drop.

The Shopkeeper frowned. "That is not our way."

"There are only appropriate prices, not appropriate requests."

Shen Bai said, "You open your doors for business. There’s no need for unnecessary ceremony. If the price is right, anything is negotiable."

The Shopkeeper remained silent.

Shen Bai continued, "You can check with your superiors. If they’re willing, we have a deal. If not, I’ll be on my way."

’He could tell this man was just a messenger,’ Shen Bai thought. ’Someone with real authority would have to handle this.’

Hearing this, the Shopkeeper nodded. "Then please return in two days, guest."

Shen Bai considered this for a moment.

’The process is complicated, but that’s just how it is.’

’Two days isn’t long. It also means Fan Kai is still alive.’

’In that case, there’s no need to rush.’

With this in mind, Shen Bai prepared to turn and leave.

But just then, a voice rang out.

"This deal can be made."

Ma San, the right-hand man of the Feige Building’s master, stepped out from the shadows.

Ma San said, "It’s just that the price will likely be very high. I’m afraid you won’t be able to accept it."

"Why is that?" Shen Bai asked.

’This man may look shifty and rat-like, but he’s a genuine Void Realm expert,’ Shen Bai noted. ’He should have some real say in the Feige Building.’

Ma San looked Shen Bai up and down. "He knows the location of a mine. Since a mine is involved, the price naturally goes up. Don’t blame us for jacking up the price—we’re not good people to begin with."

Shen Bai contemplated for a moment. "The price is not an issue."

Ma San frowned. "You’re not even going to think about it or try to haggle?"

Shen Bai shook his head. "You don’t deal in mines, so you have no idea of the profits involved. My offer stands: whatever others are paying you, I’ll pay triple."

Hearing this, Ma San fell into thought.

He often came by to check on recent business.

As the master’s right-hand man, Ma San was extremely cautious.

This whole business was about making a profit, one way or another.

If this man could offer triple the price, it was a better choice for the Feige Building.

Just as the man had said, the Feige Building wouldn’t get involved with the mine itself. But selling the information to someone else... the profit was indeed immense. It was perfectly reasonable for someone to be willing to pay triple for it.