Xiuxian: But It's Not a Game

Chapter 65 Ding Hao's Deal, The Earth Immortal's Secret
Two minutes later, after listening to Ding Hao's introduction, Ding Qing pondered for a moment and then said:

"The True Immortal's Handbook is extremely important. The longer you use it, the better the effect. Ling Yu only has one share, so it's best to wait until he reaches the 90th level of the Heavenly God Incarnation Technique before using it."

Ding Hao said urgently:

“But Ling Yu must get first place now, otherwise how can he compete with others for that opportunity?”

Ding Qing frowned:

"Look at you, so anxious. What's the use of being anxious?"

"Here's what you do: first contact the Chu family girl and talk to her about whether Su Yu can avoid the battle."

"At the same time, contact Su Yu and make a deal with him. In exchange for a seventh-tier flying sword, he will throw the fight and lose to Ling Yu on the arena."

"If none of these work, then contact me."

Ding Hao nodded quickly:

"I'll do it right away."

The changes outside had no effect on Su Yu at all; he was still happily leading his team-building activities until he suddenly received a message from Chu Xinyue on the eighth day:

"Come to Chensha Town."

"right away."

Turning to arrange for Gu Zhiqi to temporarily take command, Su Yu took to the air and flew straight to Chensha Town on her sword.

Upon arriving at the camp, they found Chu Xinyue making tea.

"Commander, what can I do for you?"

"sit."

Chu Xinyue pushed a cup of tea in front of him and asked:

"How have you been feeling these past few days as the brigade leader?"

He smiled and said:
"It's not difficult at all, and now everyone respects me."

"It's good that there are no problems. Just run the business well. Be willing to invest in the early stages. Once you have full control of the team, the rewards will far exceed the current investment."

"Ah."

Chu Xinyue picked up her teacup, took a sip, and changed the subject, saying:
"This morning, Vice President Ding Hao came to talk to me about something that concerns you."

"related to me?"

"Yes, Vice President Ding Hao wants to make a deal with you by paying a high price in exchange for you throwing the year-end exam and losing to Ding Lingyu."

"???"

Su Yu was quite surprised and subconsciously asked:

"You want me to go easy on them? Surely not? Don't they have a lot of confidence in Ding Lingyu?"

He burst into laughter as he spoke:
"It seems he's not very confident either. If he says that, I'm even more confident."

Although Chu Xinyue didn't smile, the corners of her mouth curled up slightly as she said:

"How's it going? Are you interested?"

Su Yu shrugged:

"Not interested."

"Not even interested in a seventh-tier flying sword?"

Su Yu was taken aback, a look of surprise appearing on her face:

"A seventh-tier flying sword? Are they crazy? It's just an internal guild assessment, how could it be worth a seventh-tier flying sword?"

"Do you want to change it?"

Su Yu paused, a hint of hesitation appearing on her face.

It's not that he lacks resolve, it's just that he's given too much.

In the other shore, the seventh rank already belongs to the category of high-level flying sword magic weapons. Compared with the sixth rank and below, its attributes have undergone a qualitative change and become much stronger. Its quantity is also exponentially rarer.

There are many sources of sixth-tier flying sword magic items. Theoretically, monsters above level 100 have a chance to drop sixth-tier flying sword magic items. If the monster is above level 150, especially a humanoid monster, the probability of dropping a finished sixth-tier flying sword increases dramatically.

However, seventh-tier flying sword magic weapons are rare.

Normally, only monsters at least level 200 or higher can drop a finished seventh-tier flying sword magic weapon. Monsters below level 100 must have a template of peerless or higher to have a chance of dropping one.

Both of these are extremely rare, and most guilds are not capable of dealing with such a powerful boss.

This has led to the extreme rarity and high value of flying swords and magical artifacts of the seventh rank or higher in the Other Shore.

Even sect disciples rarely see them, let alone independent cultivators.

To actually bring out a seventh-tier flying sword just for first place, that's...
"Guild leader, is it worth paying such a high price for a mere first place in the guild assessment?"

Chu Xinyue shook her head and said:

“Normally speaking, this is certainly not worth it.”

Su Yu keenly sensed the hidden meaning in her words and immediately asked:

"Normally it's not worth it, so does that mean this big exam is abnormal? What's abnormal about it? Is it like the rumors say, that Ding Lingyu is hoping this first place will give him momentum for his future competition for guild leader?"

"It's not that bad. When he needs to compete for the position of president, it will be at least a decade or more away. By then, he won't need this title at all, right?"

"It would be unreasonable for them to be afraid of me competing with them. I have virtually no chance of qualifying for the presidency, and I have no interest in being the presidency."

This is Su Yu's honest opinion. If you're a captain, you can have two trusted subordinates to manage and be a hands-off manager, but a guild leader can't operate like that.

Above the brigade are teams; as long as the team leader supports them, no one can take them away.

If the chairman ignores the issue for a long time, any trusted subordinates who have ulterior motives can easily take advantage of the chairman's long absence to win over the people and then undermine the chairman's authority.

There's no higher-ranking person above the president who can help you keep this position.

He looked at Chu Xinyue with a puzzled expression; she must know the reason.

Chu Xinyue nodded under his gaze and said:
"There are indeed other factors."

"The competition for the presidency is just a smokescreen; they deliberately released it as a diversion. The real reason is that the first place is related to an opportunity."

"In the Xuanzhen Immortal Sect, there is a True Immortal Lord whose lifespan is coming to an end. Not long ago, he announced that he would select a group of disciples to join his sect. The competition would last for ten years, and the 1-3 most outstanding disciples would be selected as the final winners, who would become his personal disciples and inherit all his legacy."

"???"

Su Yu's eyes widened in disbelief, her mouth gaped open, and her face was filled with astonishment.

"A True Immortal Lord accepting personal disciples?"

"No, how does the Earth Immortal True Monarch accepting a personal disciple have anything to do with our Thousand Feathers Society's assessment?"

"Could it be that our Qianyu is a force under that powerful Earth Immortal?"

Chu Xinyue looked at him with considerable surprise, then nodded and said:
"That's true."

"The founder of our Thousand Feather Society was one of the disciples of that True Lord."

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Chu Xinyue smiled slightly and said:

"However, there are many guilds with such a background. That True Lord has taken in many disciples in the past. Many disciples find it difficult to make progress in their cultivation later on, and most of them go out to start their own businesses, establishing guilds or families. These guilds and families have some connection with the True Lord, and thus this opportunity arises."

“Starting this year, each family or force will have one spot next year and the year after, selected by the True Lord. The winner of the internal martial arts competition will automatically receive the spot.”

"If you can get first place in the major exam this year, you won't need the formal disciple spot I prepared for you at Qionghua Peak. You can directly become a disciple of the True Lord after you enter the sect."

"Oh"

Su Yu was still in shock; this inside information was truly astonishing.

"So, do you still want to make the deal?"

"No more trading." He said with a grin.
"Of course I can't change it. It's a chance to become a disciple of a True Immortal. I'd be stupid to change it."

"But you have twenty or thirty competitors, each with outstanding talent and the full support of their families. Are you confident that you can defeat all your competitors and become their protégé?"

Ding Hao held up two fingers and said in a deep voice:
"If you just give up and admit defeat in the big exam, you'll get a seventh-tier flying sword and 300 taels of gold."

Su Yu had just left Chu Xinyue's place and returned to Lishui Town when Ding Hao blocked her way.

To be honest, if he hadn't learned the truth from Chu Xinyue, he would have agreed immediately.

These conditions are too tempting, even more generous than what Chu Xinyue mentioned.

He didn't suspect that Chu Xinyue wanted to embezzle the money; it was obvious that Ding Hao had added conditions after Chu Xinyue conveyed his refusal.

Unfortunately, no matter how tempting his offer was, Su Yu would never agree.

He's a disciple personally taught by the Earth Immortal True Lord, and he inherits the legacy of the Earth Immortal True Lord. There's a possibility that he possesses a ninth or even tenth-tier supreme treasure. Only a fool wouldn't fight for it.

If he were just an ordinary person, it would indeed be difficult for him to compete with dozens of opponents whose level was similar to or even stronger than Ding Lingyu, as Ding Hao said. But unfortunately, he is not an ordinary person.

If a player with extraordinary abilities doesn't have the courage to compete and challenge, then their abilities are wasted.

With his innate talent and cheat-like abilities, he even dared to challenge a reincarnated immortal.

Therefore, he very clearly and firmly expressed his refusal:
"Let's not beat around the bush. I really want to become a disciple of the Earth Immortal True Monarch. I'm determined to get this spot. Let's settle this on the arena."

Ding Hao remained silent for a while, then turned and left.

"call!"

"We need to work even harder."

Su Yu turned around and continued to lead the team building activities.

Three days later, on the tenth day of the team building activity, Su Yu ordered Gu Zhiqi, who had been appointed as the captain of the first squad of the first company, to preside over the team building activities on her behalf, so that she could free up her hands and prepare to make one last effort in the remaining half month.

These past few days, he has been supporting Gu Zhi Qiu, letting him demonstrate his abilities, openly telling everyone that this is his confidant and the future captain of the First Squadron, believing that with his strength, he can keep everyone in line.

During the ten-day team building activity, under Ao Run's encouragement, more than two hundred bosses of various levels over one hundred were killed. The total loot exceeded one thousand, most of which was left in the team's treasury for members to exchange using their contribution points.

Another small portion was sold, bringing the total to a staggering 1652 gold coins.

It's like using money to win people's hearts. Such a huge benefit has already firmly won over the team. At this moment, all members of the first, second, and third squadrons are completely convinced of his abilities.

Some might ask, is an investment of over three thousand gold worthwhile?

Wouldn't it be better to use it all for myself?

Su Yu felt it was worth it.

First, after winning people's hearts, he can then command hundreds of people to work for him.

Furthermore, once he secures his position as brigade leader, even if he does nothing, he will still receive 20% of the brigade's monthly income.

If you're lucky, you can recoup your investment in just one or two years, and the rest of the time you'll make pure profit.

The position of captain is not elected, but is held for life. With his current potential, he will only become stronger in the future. He will live a long time. If he can overcome the heavenly tribulation and advance to become a loose immortal, he can live for hundreds of years. The return on investment will be incredibly high.

Of the 1652 gold in revenue, 50% was distributed among the three squadrons as a reserve for the treasury.

Although neither of the two squadrons has a squadron leader yet, they are required to have one according to regulations.

Both squadrons contributed to these profits, so naturally they were entitled to a share.

The remaining 50%, totaling 826 gold, needs to be handed over to the regimental headquarters. Of the remaining 413 gold, he, as the battalion commander, can receive 20% of it as a bonus, approximately 82.6 gold.

The team currently has no deputy captain, and the remaining 80% will be used as the team's basic reserve fund.

The team fund has many uses, mostly for building and upgrading the base, constructing resource points, purchasing various materials for team building activities, and providing loans to team members in urgent need of funds. In principle, it can only be used for the team.

Of course, one could also skirt the rules and use the money for personal purposes under the guise of a team.

For example, if Su Yu wanted to get a better flying boat, he would buy a Spirit Wing flying boat under the name of the team, and then register the flying boat under the team's name while he used it privately.

In addition, team leaders or members can temporarily borrow team funds when they urgently need money, as long as they return it afterward.

In addition to dividends, Su Yu also received a large amount of guild contributions.

Excluding the twelve bosses of varying sizes on the first day, a total of 188 bosses of varying sizes were defeated in the following nine days. He gave himself 100 contribution points for each one, which added up to 18800 guild contribution points.

He has used up most of his contributions in the past few days, exchanging them all for spoils of war.

Although ordinary level 100 bosses don't drop good items, with such a large number of them, there are bound to be some top-tier items. He can use his contribution points to exchange for them as long as he sees something he likes.

By now, he has been completely upgraded, with all his equipment fully upgraded.

Headpiece: Wind and Fire Crown (Rank 6), attributes omitted.

Necklace, Five Elements Stone (Rank 6): A gemstone containing the power of the five elements.

Attributes: Maximum Mana +500, Mana Regeneration +5.

Attributes: Five Elements Resistance +100, Five Elements Damage +100.

The body is still wearing the Spirit Gathering Robe. It's not that there aren't any sixth-grade robes, but the Spirit Gathering Robe has such good attributes: it avoids water, fire, wind, dust, and poison, and the defensive aura automatically triggers, making it very comprehensive.

Unless you can get another robe with the same complete set, you don't need to change it.

The belt was still the same fifth-grade spirit cage belt, and the reason was self-evident: without the spirit cage space, Ao Run had nowhere to stay temporarily.

Footwear: Silk cloud-patterned shoes (sixth rank).

Silkworm Cloud Boots (Rank 6): Boots made from the silk of thousand-year-old spiritual silkworms, which can greatly enhance foot strength.

Attributes: Air-based flight speed +300, sword-based flight speed +300, flight mana consumption -20%.

Attribute: Lingbo Weibu (Light Steps on Water), able to walk on water and move freely on any terrain.

Gloves, Mystic Ice Gloves (Rank 6).

Mystic Ice Gloves (Rank 6): Gloves made from millennia-old ice silkworm silk refined with mysterious Yin energy.

Attribute: Ice Resistance +300.

Attribute: Deep Frost. Sword attacks deal 100 points of ice damage and reduce attack speed and flight speed by 20%. After accumulating 100 hits on a target, the target will be frozen for 3 seconds.

Rings: Golden Turtle Ring (Tier 7), Hollow Ring (Tier 6).

Hollow Ring (Tier 6): Ring with 40 storage slots.

Golden Turtle Ring (Tier 7): Attributes omitted.

Accessories: Black Water Pearl (Tier 6), Demon Blood Stone (Tier 6).

Blackwater Mystic Pearl (Tier 6): Attributes omitted.

Demon Bloodstone (Tier 6): A gemstone formed from the essence of a great demon's blood and qi.

Attributes: Maximum Health +1000, Health Regeneration +10.

Attribute: Draws upon the life essence of a great demon within the gem, increasing maximum health by 30000 for 15 seconds, with a 3-hour cooldown.

In addition to equipment, the magic weapon also gained two new Tier 6 magic weapons, filling up the magic weapon slots.

Mystic Mirror (Sixth-Order Magic Treasure): Emits a beam of white light, immobilizing the target.

Attributes: Immobilizes the target for 1-5 seconds depending on their strength, consumes 500 mana points, and has a cooldown of 15 seconds.

Floating Light Blade (Tier 6): A high-quality flying knife forged from rare extraterrestrial gold. Once activated, it will surely take a life.

Attributes: Three-second charge, deals 5000 points of physical damage to the target, ignores defense, 50% magic damage bonus, +5 armor penetration, 500 mana cost, 10-second cooldown.

To deal with a target like Ding Lingyu who has high health and high defense, you need a magic weapon with high burst damage.

One of these is a burst damage dealer, and the other is a root, both of which can effectively target Ding Lingyu.

After changing all the equipment and magic items, there's basically no need to change the flying sword and magic items before the big exam, unless you can get a seventh-tier flying sword or magic item. The only thing you can improve after that is your swordsmanship.

(End of this chapter)