Chapter 1220: Amassing Wealth

The middle-aged man's move startled everyone.

Until now, some had doubted the fake Ye Yuan's identity, but no one had dared to challenge him openly.

After all, Ye Yuan's prestige was at its peak.

Such a challenge, if mishandled, could bring death upon oneself.

Everyone looked at 'Ye Yuan,' waiting to see how he would respond.

Unexpectedly, 'Ye Yuan' smiled calmly and said, 'As everyone knows, my strongest martial technique is the Dragon-Shattering Roar. But if I used that move, I'm afraid no one present would survive. Friend, if you doubt my identity, feel free to strike at me—I won't fight back.'

Regardless, this calm composure convinced many of his identity.

This was the demeanor of a true expert.

'Hey, there's a limit to boasting! If you won't fight back, I'll see just how capable you are.'

The middle-aged martial artist sneered and suddenly slashed with his blade, the momentum terrifying.

Seeing this move, everyone's expression changed drastically.

If that slash landed, even a Void Xuan expert would be cut in two!

Yet, an even more astonishing scene unfolded.

The blade stopped two zhang away from 'Ye Yuan,' unable to advance further.

'S-so strong!'

Gasps of amazement came from the crowd, all stunned by the sight.

Bai Guang saw this, curled his lips, and said disdainfully, 'Pretentious, shameless!'

Ye Yuan smiled and said, 'Too few in the Divine Realm understand the laws of divinity, even among Void Xuan experts. This man's strength is quite good. But this act is far too fake.'

Ye Yuan's perception was extremely sharp.

'Boom!'

'Ye Yuan' shook his whole body, directly sending the middle-aged man flying.

The middle-aged man now wore an expression of admiration, bowing to 'Ye Yuan' and saying, 'Thank you, Divine King Lingtian, for your mercy! I was blind and offended you, please forgive me. Legend says Divine King Lingtian's domain power is unmatched, able to withstand attacks from demons without injury! With such strength, if you are not Divine King Lingtian, who in the world would dare claim that title?'

The middle-aged man's words completely dispelled everyone's doubts.

This 'Ye Yuan' was almost exactly as the rumors described!

Not only was his strength terrifying, but he also had his good brother Bai Guang and a confidante by his side.

'Ye Yuan' smiled faintly and said, 'No matter, I am not so petty. I was originally cultivating in seclusion in the Divine Fall Mountains, but upon hearing that many human martial artists had entered, I came out specially. Now our human race faces extinction, and every martial artist's life is precious. The Divine Fall Mountains are extremely dangerous; I barely survived myself. However, during this time, I have mapped out the terrain within the Void Forbidden Zone and marked the dangerous places.'

At 'Ye Yuan's' words, the martial artists' faces lit up with joy.

The Divine Fall Mountains were perilous; if not for necessity, they wouldn't dare seek opportunities here.

Only those at least at the Divine King realm dared enter the Divine Fall Mountains.

Otherwise, they wouldn't even know how they died.

A map of the Divine Fall Mountains would change everything.

At the very least, it would greatly increase their chances of survival.

'Divine King Lingtian is truly worthy of being our human race's leader! Such a precious item, he's willing to share with everyone.'

'I came to the Divine Fall Mountains determined to succeed or die. Divine King Lingtian's map will definitely increase my odds!'

'Such good fortune! Divine King Lingtian's magnanimity is truly unmatched!'

…

The crowd guessed what 'Ye Yuan' was about to do, their faces excited.

No one would refuse such a good deal.

Unexpectedly, 'Ye Yuan' sighed and said, 'Ordinarily, I would give the map to you all for free. But... as you know, my Xuan Sect is now confined to a corner, with war pressing and resources scarce. Especially medicinal herbs! You come to the Divine Fall Mountains seeking a chance, contributing to the human race, which comforts me. But other warriors fighting on the front lines need your support even more. I hope you can generously aid our human heroes! Of course, I won't force you to give a set amount—just your heartfelt contribution, how about that?'

Hearing this, Ye Yuan couldn't help but smile, immediately understanding the fake Ye Yuan's purpose.

All this talk was just using his name to amass wealth.

But this guy's words were beautifully spoken, making people want to applaud.

He said he wouldn't force them, but with four or five hundred martial artists present, who would dare offer something worthless?

After all, he stood on the moral high ground of the human race.

As soon as 'Ye Yuan' finished, the middle-aged martial artist who had challenged him was the first to respond.

'You have worked tirelessly for our race; how could we be stingy? Moreover, this map is vital to us—a life-saver! I am willing to offer three ninth-grade medicinal herbs and five thousand high-grade celestial crystals for one map!' said the middle-aged martial artist.

At his words, everyone's expression changed.

This middle-aged man had set the price!

If they offered too little, wouldn't they be looked down upon?

Without hesitation, the middle-aged man handed over three ninth-grade herbs and five thousand high-grade celestial crystals to 'Bai Guang' in exchange for a map.

The others hesitated.

But the map's allure was too great; none wanted to leave.

The middle-aged man snorted disdainfully, 'You all are truly tight-fisted! Our comrades are dying on the front lines, urgently needing our resources. Yet you are so miserly—it's chilling!'

At these words, they could no longer hold back and generously contributed.

'Give me a map—I offer four ninth-grade herbs!'

'One for me too! I don't have ninth-grade herbs, so I'll pay with high-grade celestial crystals!'

…

Ordinarily, they wouldn't have done so.

But under the threat of extinction, they still had some pride, and the map's temptation pushed them to reluctantly comply.

Ye Yuan smiled faintly and said, 'Let's go.'

Seeing that Ye Yuan didn't intend to intervene, Bai Guang and the others followed him away.

Unexpectedly, that 'Ye Yuan' had sharp eyes and spotted their departure. He sneered, 'These few... have quite the thick skin! Our warriors bleed on the front lines, yet you give nothing, heh...'