"Face the Great Calamity?"

The moment those words fell, the Yin Spirits grew solemn. The Great Calamity was akin to a suspended blade hanging over their heads. Once it fell, not a single Yin Spirit believed they could emerge unscathed.

Wujun's expression tightened as he looked at Qi Yuan. "Senior, please elaborate!"

If he hadn’t witnessed Qi Yuan’s true strength, he would’ve dismissed it outright. As a Mythic who stood at the absolute pinnacle of the world, Qi Yuan had the qualifications to speak of the Great Calamity.

Qi Yuan began. "In truth, the cultivation methods we practice are tainted..."

He explained the matter of the tainted techniques and revealed the founding purpose of the Yuan God Sharing Society.

The Yin Spirits exchanged glances. Their expressions varied, yet none responded immediately.

Having witnessed Qi Yuan's strength, Wujun believed his words somewhat. His expression shifted slightly. "Such a thing actually exists..."

Qi Yuan addressed the six Yin Spirits, "Don’t you have anything to say?"

"This matter is of great importance. I must return and verify it," one Yin Spirit replied. "After verification, I will certainly give you a reply, Senior."

Clearly, he did not believe Qi Yuan's words, nor was he willing to hand over his techniques. Verification was merely an excuse. Even if he vanished for ten thousand years under that pretext, would it still be considered valid? The others gave similar responses.

Qi Yuan turned toward Jasmine, full of expectation. "Since you love me so much, how about using the Mythic Secret Treasury to support my startup? When I succeed, I certainly won't mistreat you!"

He began drawing her a grand promise.

Jasmine smiled gracefully. "This matter is too significant. I cannot decide alone. I'll return and consult the others before replying."

Qi Yuan seemed disappointed. "Seems like you still don't love me enough."

Despite constantly claiming to love him, she wasn’t willing to part with even a single coin.

Ha! A scheming, stingy woman!

At this moment, Seven-Scar Elder narrowed his eyes, saying softly, "I am quite interested in this Yuan God Sharing Society. I am willing to donate some techniques."

Qi Yuan's eyes lit up. "You've got vision! Follow me and you definitely won't lose out!"

Seven-Scar Elder smiled. "In a few days, I'll have someone deliver the techniques to the Seeking Dao Palace."

Qi Yuan was in high spirits. "No problem."

At last, the Yuan God Sharing Society had its first real customer!

He enthusiastically introduced the benefits to his client, "I’ll launch the sharing society’s jade slips soon, filled with some of my techniques. Your donated techniques will be converted into points, which can then be exchanged for useful methods."

Naturally, the production of jade slips would be handled by the Seeking Dao Palace. Lord Wind’s personal wealth alone couldn’t compare.

"Very well, very well," the Seven-Scar Elder replied kindly, though he didn’t seem particularly concerned about the techniques Qi Yuan mentioned.

Qi Yuan added warmly, "If you have friends, please help promote this as well. I'll give you points."

Every beginning was difficult. Nevertheless, even pyramid schemes on Blue Planet could grow huge without tangible products. If his sharing society still couldn’t flourish in Canglan despite such backing, it would only prove Yuan God’s incompetence.

Following that, Qi Yuan also explained the points system to Seven-Scar Elder. There were two types of techniques. First, one suitable for public release, to be placed in the Sharing Society’s jade slips for exchange. Second, one for Qi Yuan’s eyes alone, accessible only to him. Both would earn high points, though the latter would earn more.

The atmosphere soon became lively and harmonious.

***

About half an hour later, Seven-Scar Elder and Jasmine departed.

Clad in coarse hemp robes, the stooped Seven-Scar Elder leisurely transformed into a streak of light.

Jasmine appeared before him, causing him to pause.

"Seven-Scar Elder, do you believe in the Blood-Clothed Sword God?" she asked curiously.

The notion of tainted techniques was far too shocking. Truthfully, she had doubted it at first. Still, recalling what that person had once said about the Dark Sun aroused her suspicion. Could it be true after all?

Well, even if it was, she dared not wade into such murky waters. The Dark Sun had made its move. Qi Yuan was doomed. Joining the Yuan God Sharing Society now would only provoke retaliation. Of course, even knowing this, she would never warn the others. She preferred that more people die.

"What difference does it make?" Seven-Scar Elder said nonchalantly. "I only have a few years left. Besides, I might not survive the next calamity. If the techniques are given, then so be it."

Jasmine sighed. "I didn't expect Fellow Daoist to be so open-minded. You are admirable indeed."

Seven-Scar Elder blurted out, "Since you admire me so much, how about giving me the Mythic Secret Treasury? With it, perhaps I could survive the calamity!"

Jasmine froze, caught off-guard. That sentence structure again!

She snorted and departed in displeasure. "Farewell."

Seven-Scar Elder chuckled profoundly before vanishing as well.