Investment Expert Chen Chang'an

Da Huang gave Chen Chang'an a strange look, somewhat puzzled. Was Chen Chang'an not planning to enter the Tower of Heavenly Pride?

Da Huang's words also startled Yun Zhilan, who looked at Chen Chang'an in disbelief. Was he really going to enter the tower?

If so, then what was the point for Yun Zhilan? Even if he surpassed Meng Xiaohui, he’d still be second best!

"Master, aren’t you coming with us?" Qingluan asked curiously.

"No, you go ahead first. I’ll wait outside," Chen Chang'an replied with a faint smile.

"Alright."

Though she didn’t understand why Chen Chang'an wasn’t entering, Qingluan didn’t press further and turned to walk toward the Tower of Heavenly Pride.

"Brother Chen, I’ll go ahead then. Wait for my good news," Shen Yunfei said excitedly.

"Sure."

After Shen Yunfei and the other two had left, Da Huang couldn’t help but ask, "Bro, why aren’t you going? I’ve been waiting so long—can’t you let me witness something amazing?"

"Let them go first. Otherwise, the pressure might be too much for them. Besides, I still have something to take care of," Chen Chang'an said casually.

Something to take care of?

What was it?

Da Huang looked utterly confused, unaware of any unfinished business Chen Chang'an had.

Chen Chang'an glanced at Da Huang and smiled before suddenly pulling out a banner.

The moment Da Huang saw it, his eyes lit up.

Damn!

Only his big bro could pull something like this!

"Huh? What does that mean?"

"Qingluan, Yun Zhilan, Shen Yunfei—seeking investments?"

"No way… is this for real?"

"Since when do people do this? Usually, they wait passively for others to approach them. Now they’re taking the initiative?"

"Shen Yunfei is one thing—he has no backing. But Yun Zhilan and Qingluan are from the Yun family. Do they even need this?"

"Wait, who is this guy? Can he really represent Yun Zhilan and the others?"

"I saw him with them earlier. They seemed close, so maybe?"

Chen Chang'an’s banner instantly drew attention, especially since many factions had scouts lurking near the Tower of Heavenly Pride.

Admittedly, the banner stirred excitement. After all, figures like Yun Zhilan and Qingluan were usually beyond the reach of ordinary people—no one dared approach them unless they were of equal standing.

But now that they were openly inviting investments, it was a different story.

"Bro, you’re truly something else."

"But… does Yun Zhilan know about this?" Da Huang asked curiously.

"Of course not. That’s why I waited until he went inside before bringing it out."

"Yun Zhilan’s reputation is too useful—it’ll help us gather plenty of resources."

"No harm in using it. We’ll give him a cut later. He won’t lose out," Chen Chang'an said with a grin.

"Bro, you’re brilliant."

"And shameless."

"But won’t the Yun family have something to say about this?"

No sooner had Da Huang spoken than members of the Yun family approached, frowning at Chen Chang'an.

From Yun Zhilan, they already knew Chen Chang'an was no ordinary man, so they refrained from acting rashly.

"Master Chen, may I ask what this banner means?"

"Why is Yun Zhilan’s name on it?" the Yun family member questioned.

"Oh, this? Maybe you should ask Yun Zhilan himself," Chen Chang'an replied with a smile.

Ask Yun Zhilan?

He’s already inside the damn tower—how are we supposed to ask him?

"So… Yun Zhilan agreed to this?"

"Of course. Yesterday, he lamented missing out on too many resources and asked me to think of a solution."

"Well, this is my solution."

"Don’t worry, Yun Zhilan knows what he’s doing. No need for you to interfere."

Seeing Chen Chang'an’s confidence, the Yun family member had no choice but to back off. Their tacit approval effectively legitimized Chen Chang'an’s actions, convincing onlookers that this wasn’t some reckless scheme.

Before long, a crowd had gathered around Chen Chang'an.

"Can we all invest? I want to invest in Shen Yunfei."

"Same here! I heard Shen Yunfei performed well in the tests. I’d like to invest too."

"Me too—Shen Yunfei for me."

"I—"

Chen Chang'an, Da Huang, and Xiao Yao were surprised. Of the three, Shen Yunfei was the most popular?

But on second thought, it made sense. Investing in Qingluan or Yun Zhilan was beyond most people’s means. Shen Yunfei offered the best value.

"Sure, sure. Which faction do you represent?"

"How much are you investing?"

"Even for Shen Yunfei, there are standards. If the investment is too small, we won’t accept it."

"Keep that in mind."

"If everything’s in order, register here."

"Oh, and one more thing—deliver the resources as soon as possible."

"The faster you invest, the sooner you’ll see returns. You understand, right?"

The crowd nodded in agreement. That was only logical.

Soon, people were eagerly joining the investment frenzy, a sight that left many envious—and enlightened.

Who knew that pride and pretense were so pointless? Just by taking the initiative, resources came pouring in.

"Pathetic. What a clown."

"Hmph, what difference will these petty investments make?"

"Truly laughable. Who would’ve thought the Yun family had fallen so low?"

The Meng family sneered at Chen Chang'an’s antics, but what happened next left them stunned.

"What… what are they doing?"

Just as the Meng family was mocking the scene, members of the City Lord’s Mansion suddenly appeared—and headed straight for Chen Chang'an.

"They must be disgusted by this behavior and are here to kick him out."

"Exactly. Even the City Lord’s Mansion can’t stand it."

"Hah, the Yun family is about to become a joke."

"So what? No matter how powerful the Yun family is, would they dare oppose the City Lord’s Mansion?"

"Don’t forget—the City Lord of Heavenly Pride City isn’t even from the Xuantian Domain."

The arrival of the City Lord’s Mansion officials drew widespread attention. Everyone wondered—what did they want?

"You’re Chen Chang'an?" one of them asked with a smile.

"That’s me."

"We’re from the City Lord’s Mansion. Mind if we join the investment?"

What?

The City Lord’s Mansion… wanted to invest?

Holy crap!

This had to be a first in the history of Heavenly Pride City.

Who were they investing in? Qingluan?

It had to be. The City Lord’s Mansion must have recognized her monstrous talent!

"Of course, who are you looking to invest in?"

"You!"