Thinking of this, Albert Martin was completely stunned. This was simply a bottomless pit. The Martin family founded by his father and mother probably couldn't afford to support a spendthrift like him.
It seemed that his father and mother had foreseen this; otherwise, the Martin family would really be bankrupted by him.
Upgrading from Five-Star to Six-Star was still bearable. Don't think about the later upgrades for now. Just focus on the current task first.
Albert Martin then began to concentrate on his cultivation. During the day, he practiced the Myriad Spirits Transformation to temper his soul power, and at night, he absorbed the Soul Liquid to increase the star level until the Soul Liquid was used up.
In the accounting room, Cherry was wearing a figure-hugging black long dress. The dress was as smooth as silk, tightly wrapping around her curvaceous body. She was sitting slightly sideways, with a slender waist that was so tiny it seemed one could hold it with just one hand.
The hem of the dress fell gracefully on her long, slender legs. With her slightest movements, it would occasionally sway into an enchanting curve. Her legs were straight and well-proportioned, looking even fairer than snow against the black dress.
Cherry's top was designed with a low neckline, revealing a patch of delicate porcelain-like skin and an alluring cleavage that was faintly visible, exuding an irresistible sexy charm.
Her long hair cascaded down like a waterfall, adding a touch of laziness and charm.
Cherry looked away from the account book and turned to Steward Lee. "The business of the Martin family in Navia City has decreased significantly this year."
Steward Lee said with a wry smile, "Yes, Chief Steward. There are three local families in Navia City: the Mill family, the Gunter family, and the Green family. Although they can't compare with the entire Martin family, they have deep roots in Navia City. They have been encroaching on us quite severely. Among them, the Mill family is the most aggressive. Recently, two of our chambers of commerce were suppressed by them in various ways and then annexed."
Cherry sighed. "Alas, when the two heads of the family were still around, the heads of these families would visit us with gifts every year. Things are really different now."
Cherry was extremely intelligent. The Martin family had originally squeezed the interests of the three major families in Navia City. Now that the Martin family was facing both internal and external troubles, it was no wonder they would take advantage of the situation.
At present, the Martin family really couldn't spare anyone to come to support in Navia City.
After thinking for a moment, Cherry said, "Close down some of the shops that are not making a profit for the time being. There's no need to get entangled with them. Allocate the staff to other shops instead."
Temporary forbearance is necessary. When the Martin family stabilizes, these families will have to spit out however many shops they have swallowed.
The other stewards nodded and left one by one.
At this time, Cherry, who was wearing a figure-hugging black long dress, was about to go out when she saw Young Master Albert Martin running over in a hurry. Cherry slightly raised her delicate eyebrows and said with her red lips slightly parted, "Young Master, what's the rush?"
Albert Martin stopped, panting slightly. "It's not a big deal. It's just that the fifty portions of Soul Liquid I purchased a few days ago have been used up. I'd like to ask Sister Cherry to purchase another hundred portions of Four-Star Soul Liquid."
Hearing this, Cherry's beautiful eyes widened, and she slapped the table with her jade-like hand, shouting angrily, "Albert Martin, do you want me to lose my job?"
Cherry's sudden reaction really startled Albert Martin. Looking at the anger on Cherry's face, he felt a flurry of panic in his heart and quickly explained, "Sister Cherry, everyone can see your ability. How could I want you to lose your job?"
After a while, Cherry's emotions gradually calmed down, and she said with a hint of apology, "Young Master, I'm sorry. I was a bit too outspoken just now." Then, she slightly narrowed her eyes, and her gaze became sharp as she added, "Could it be that someone is deceiving you, Young Master, trying to obtain Soul Liquid by using your identity?"
Albert Martin shook his head firmly and replied, "Sister Cherry, I really do need the Soul Liquid. No one is deceiving me."
"Don't blame me for being nosy, Young Master. What on earth are you going to do with so much Soul Liquid? I'm also worried that you might believe someone's lies and do something harmful to yourself. I'm even more afraid that Emily will blame me for not taking good care of you." Cherry said worriedly.
Albert Martin was silent for a moment, thinking that the awakening of his soul would be made public sooner or later. He would still need Sister Cherry's help to purchase Soul Liquid in the future. Then he said, "Sister Cherry, my parents left me a secret technique that can awaken my soul, and the Soul Liquid is an essential thing."
After hearing this, Cherry nodded slightly and said, "In that case, indeed, nothing is more important than the awakening of your soul, Young Master. I'll go and make the arrangements right away. It's just that this will cost more than a hundred thousand gold coins again, and half of the gold reserve will be gone. This will make the already precarious Navia City branch of the Martin family even worse."
Albert Martin asked with some concern, "Sister Cherry, is it very difficult for you?"
"Don't worry, Young Master. I'll handle it." Cherry said firmly.
Albert Martin and Cherry talked for a while longer, and then Cherry turned and left
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Pas looked dejected and said, It seems that among the prodigies of our Langman Supreme Clan across these two generations, only you, Elder Brother, hold the greatest hope of attaining Nine-Star rank.Karl did not deny this. With his talent of a Lower Nine-Star Soul, his foundation and potential were indeed far superior to Ian’s.It matters little that Clan Brother Ian failed in his condensation. He has prepared the Intermediate Heavenly Spirit Pill. He can seize the lingering momentum from this baptism to directly breakthrough to the Intermediate Heavenly Spirit Realm. Though the secret realm is bound by restrictive laws, his strength will still surge by a great margin, far outstripping all other cultivators in the Elementary Heavenly Spirit Realm.When the time comes, we may even take the chance to slaughter a few members of the Martin Supreme Clan. A ruthless glint flashed in his eyes as he finished speaking.At that moment, Ian opened his eyes with a dark, somber expression. Sensing
Chapter 1146
In that instant, a sudden revelation dawned upon Albert. With a shift of his mind, he slowly set the Nether Divine Forging Art circulating within his body.The very moment Albert activated the forbidden art, an abrupt transformation unfolded.Upon the Golden Terrace towering atop the mountain peak, waves of profound, mystifying golden light rippled forth without warning. The sudden commotion left every cultivator present stunned and bewildered.In the next breath, they watched as streams of golden light surged toward the heavens, weaving together high above the mountain to form a colossal and extraordinary golden formation.The ancient, boundless aura emanated from the grand array. At its center loomed a majestic golden eye, brimming with overwhelming authority.Golden rays streamed forth from the pupil, sweeping slowly over every figure upon the Golden Terrace.Those with sharp senses soon noticed that within this radiant glow lingered the same divine golden mist that had nourished a
Chapter 1145
Countless eyes turned toward them, filled with undisguised envy. Even so, none felt disappointed with their own gains. Though they had not achieved an evolution of their soul rank, they could clearly sense that this baptism had shaved off half a year’s worth of soul tempering. Those six months entailed far more than mere time; the soul essence consumed over that period amounted to an enormous fortune. For many rogue cultivators, and even outstanding talents from major factions, such a cost was anything but trivial.One only needed to look at Albert, a direct descendant of the Dragon Vein Bloodline. Even faced with immensely valuable Eight-Star soul essence, he still lived in constant scarcity. Most cultivators exercised great restraint when absorbing and refining such consumables, fearing the buildup of impurities that would eventually solidify their souls and trap their growth. Yet Albert’s unique constitution allowed him to indulge without restraint—turning him into a veritable gold
Chapter 1144
With the seats fully divided, Albert stirred, his figure shifting in an instant to land atop one of the golden lotus thrones. He settled into a cross-legged meditation posture, and immediately, a wondrous, refreshing stream of cold qi flowed into his body. The lingering wounds he had sustained from the brutal battle began to heal faintly.Most importantly, Albert sensed ripples stirring within his three souls, which grew increasingly vibrant and active.A thought crossed his mind. It seemed the baptism bestowed upon the Golden Terrace truly offered tremendous benefits for soul refinement. He could not help but wonder just how much he would gain from this opportunity.He thought with quiet anticipation, I hope my Wood-Earth Element Souls or Dragon-Thunder Element Souls can advance to a higher level this time.Come to think of it, there is also the ritual spoken of by the Lantern Bearer… He said it would take place upon the Golden Terrace, yet I have no idea how it is to be performed.F
Chapter 1143
He glanced inside the defensive formation set up by their group. Layer upon layer of protective artifacts hovered in midair, emanating solid barriers of defense. Once fully deployed, even an Eight-Star Elementary Heavenly Spirit Realm expert would struggle to break through them in a short time.Albert sent the golden lotus throne into their secured perimeter. At that moment, Nitia and Pierce also darted over, two jade meditation mats shimmering with profound dark light beneath their feet.Well done, Cousin Albert. Karl stands as the foremost prodigy of the Langman Supreme Clan’s younger generation. Your victory over him has greatly restored the prestige of our Martin Supreme Clan. There was clear delight in Nitia’s gaze as she looked at him. She had once harbored doubts toward Albert as their newly appointed Dragon Chief, for his status as an Iridescent Soul Body had always seemed underwhelming. Yet his fierce battle against Karl today had swept away every last trace of skepticism.Ka
Chapter 1142
A chill surged through Inman’s heart. The one who had struck was devastatingly ruthless.Inman, fall back at once! Ian’s sharp shout rang out from afar.Pale-faced, Inman retreated without the slightest hesitation. He now saw clearly that his assailant was none other than Euphemia of the Martin Supreme Clan. An Eight‑Star Elementary Heavenly Spirit Realm expert, she was far beyond his ability to contend with.As he fled, Inman swiftly wove a mystic seal and detonated his Dark Tortoise Shell without mercy. The artifact shattered instantly, releasing countless ghastly white bone needles that shot forth like lightning, targeting every vital point around Euphemia.His plan was to stall her assault. A brief moment of obstruction would let him escape, and with Ian rushing to provide cover, they could hold back this deadly foe.Yet well‑laid as his scheme was, Euphemia’s gaze behind the cyan staff shadow turned icy, cold to the point of bleak malice.It is you who cannot be left alive.She m
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