"This is the fifteenth wave..."
Qin Feng sat on the city wall, resting his hands on the Qing Ji Sword, watching his citizens clean up the battlefield below. A hint of weariness showed in his expression.
And it was no wonder... For fifteen consecutive days, there was one battle a day, and each battle was more intense than the last.
Such high intensity continuous combat would exhaust even real soldiers, let alone a young man like Qin Feng, who had just turned 18.
However, besides the fatigue, Qin Feng's face mostly showed a look of resolute determination.
A determination that was out of place for his age!
Perhaps this was the greatest change for the Lord Trial had brought to Qin Feng.
Of course, besides this, Qin Feng also had other changes and gained a lot.
For example, this Lord Trial had made Qin Feng even more determined about his goal.
A... grand, but perhaps ridiculed by countless people, goal... "Qin Feng, your magical beast farm seems to be out of the question. How about... I compensate you 2000 soul crystals at market price?"
Hu Ling, looking travel-worn, ran back to her territory and suggested to Qin Feng.
"Compensate me 2000 soul crystals?"
Hearing Hu Ling's suggestion, Qin Feng frowned slightly.
Not being able to unlock the [magical beast farm] was expected.
After all, Hu Ling had been swamped with her hidden quest, so where would she find the time to hunt magical beasts?
And by the time she finished her hidden quest and went to hunt magical beasts, it was estimated that... the magical beasts in the forest would have already been mostly eaten by the monsters.
Therefore, Qin Feng had not held out much hope from the beginning. He only proposed this condition to make Hu Ling pay more attention.
It was Hu Ling's offer to compensate 2000 soul crystals that surprised Qin Feng.
The [magical beast farm] itself was a basic building and not particularly valuable.
So, according to market price, 2000 soul crystals be given?
You see, the [magical beast farm] was one of the agreements, but wasn't "all soul crystal income within the Lord Trial belongs to Qin Feng" also one of the agreements?
Under this premise, how could Hu Ling still some up with 2000 soul crystals?
Did she intend to break one agreement to fulfill another?
No, if she wanted to break an agreement, why not break it completely?
After all, Qin Feng and Hu Ling only had a verbal agreement, which was not legally binding.
Moreover, hadn't Hu Ling already her goal?
Thinking about it this way... there was only one possibility... "So... are you planning to use the channel, or..."
Qin Feng looked at Hu Ling and asked tentatively.
But before he could finish, Hu Ling interrupted him.
"It's only 2000 soul crystals, it's not worth bothering those important figures, we just need to sign an alliance contract!"
Hu Ling said with a relaxed expression, as if it were no big deal.
On the Boundless Continent, although ten thousand races vied for supremacy, there were also cultural exchanges and trade between different races.
However, Qin Feng and Hu Ling were merely beginner Lords; it was impossible for them to participate in such inter racial transactions.
unless... they asked a powerful figure for help.
But to bother a powerful figure for a mere 2000 soul crystals, wouldn't that be foolish!
Thus, only one method remained, Alliance Trade.
Alliance Trade was actually a special clause attached when two or more Lords signed an alliance contract.
Simply put, no matter the distance or racial alignment, Lords who formed an alliance could exchange goods through the Alliance Trade.
This was a good thing.
But the problem was, the alliance contract not only included a trade clause but also many other clauses!
What's more, the alliance contract was a permanent contract.
Unless both Lords jointly declared the contract invalid, otherwise, any party wishing to break the contract would have to pay a heavy price!
If this were to be exploited by someone with ill intentions, the consequences would be unimaginable!
"It really id for this..."
Qin Feng did not speak, but he secretly became wary.
Seeing this, Hu Ling, who was beside him, seemed to have seen through Qin Feng's thoughts and immediately cried out in dissatisfaction.
"Hey, hey, hey! How can you be like this!"
"These past few days, we've been through battles together, experienced difficulties together, and can be said to have shared weal and woe, right?"
"You're actually still worried that I'll harm you?"
Hu Ling put her hands on her lips and said angrily, but Qin Feng seemed indifferent.
This made Hu Ling both angry and annoyed.
But soon, her eyes darted around, and she suddenly revealed a mysterious smile.
"Qin Feng, do you know what hidden quest I completed?"
"Hehe, anyway, I've already completed it, so I'm not afraid to tell you."
"Although your human race doesn't have detailed information, you should know about the 'Legendary Tycoon' profession, right?"
"Legendary Tycoon?"
Hearing this term, Qin Feng's heart trembled slightly, and a hint of shock appeared on his face.
Qin Feng had naturally heard of the "Legendary Tycoon" profession.
It was said that it was not only a profession but also a title.
But more importantly, those with the "Legendary Tycoon" profession would gain some special "procurement channels."
These "procurement channels" had significant effects, whether in the early, middle, or late stages of territory development.
Of course, it could also quickly and greatly enhance the territory's strength!
Unfortunately, the specific unlocking method for "Legendary Tycoon" was only known to a few races and a few individuals, and humans had no way of knowing... "Hehe, Hu Ling, what are you talking about? Aren't we friends?"
With a brilliant smile and a friendly tone, Qin Feng spoke as if to an old friend.
This sudden change immediately caught Hu Ling off guard, and the corner of her mouth twitched fiercely.
"Heh, they say women change their minds faster than flipping a book, but you, a man, aren't far behind!"
Hu Ling said sarcastically, looking at Qin Feng.
But Qin Feng didn't mind at all.
A true man knows when to yield and when to stand firm, what is there to fear!
Besides, wasn't he asking for a favor?
"Hehe, when shall we sign the alliance contract? Oh, right, after signing the contract, can you tell me more about the 'Legendary Tycoon' profession?"
"Get lost! This is a vital secret of my Fox Clan! If I dare tell you, His Majesty the Fox King will turn me into a fox fur coat!"
Seeing Qin Feng shamelessly and completely without dignity eyeing the "Legendary Tycoon," Hu Ling immediately refused like a cat whose fur had bristled.
However, even though he was rejected, Qin Feng still didn't mind.
After all, Hu Ling was also asking for a favor from him by going to great lengths to establish an alliance with him, wasn't she?
As long as she needed something from him, there was still a chance to get detailed information about the "Legendary Tycoon"!
Thinking this, Qin Feng immediately urged Hu Ling to sign the alliance contract quickly.
He even generously offered to pay for the alliance contract himself.
This left Hu Ling unsure whether to accept or refuse.
Why did she always feel a little scared?