fynovel Chapter 27 Three Companies Vie for Funding
Chapter 27 Three Companies Vie for Funding
The crowd erupted in uproar once again, their shock even greater.
This time, even Zhou Jin was somewhat surprised, and then smiled slightly.
Senior Brother Shen was quite generous this time, giving me Blood Nourishing Pills, which seemed to be of good quality.
Instructor Zhou continued, "According to the martial arts school's custom, a small competition should be held when a disciple advances to the intermediate stage!"
Many powerful groups will be attending the ceremony. Prepare yourselves well and give it your all.
Those who perform exceptionally well may receive early favor and funding from these organizations.
Get funding ahead of schedule!
Upon hearing this, the entire audience of disciples erupted in excitement!
Everyone was eager and excited, and began to stretch their muscles and get ready.
Upon hearing this, a cold glint flashed in Chen Feng's eyes, and he secretly clenched his fist.
Little Bi!
His gaze flicked toward Jiang Qi on the other side.
What would it feel like to be trampled underfoot in front of everyone?
"Little Bi?"
Jiang Qi stood with his arms hanging down, not showing much interest.
......
afternoon.
Carriages and sedan chairs began to stop outside the martial arts school.
One by one, distinguished figures, led by their instructors, entered the specially designated viewing area.
Before long, more than ten people were seated at the table.
Zhang Xiao seemed quite familiar with these forces, and introduced them to Jiang Qi from the side:
"That's Chief Escort Zhu from Weiyuan Escort Agency. He travels all over the country and has a sizable business."
That tall, thin man is the third manager of the Sihai Trading Company, in charge of shops on three streets;
And that, Mr. Pang from Litong Money Shop..."
Litong Money Shop?
Jiang Qi looked in that direction and, sure enough, saw a familiar figure on one side of the viewing area.
Litong money shop, Pangzhan.
Seemingly sensing the gaze, Pang Zhan also turned his head and looked over, meeting Jiang Qi's eyes.
He paused for a moment, then his eyes lit up, and he stood up and walked into the training ground.
Seeing this, Instructor Zhou stepped forward and said with a smile, "Brother Pang, the competition will begin shortly. Why don't you have a cup of tea first?"
Pang Zhan smiled and said, "I saw a young brother and wanted to say a few words."
"Then please, Brother Pang," Instructor Zhou said with a smile.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, Pang Zhan walked straight up to Jiang Qi, looked him up and down, and made no attempt to hide his admiration: "It's been a few days since I last saw you, Brother Jiang, you've become even more amazing!"
Jiang Qi cupped his hands in thanks: "Master Pang, you flatter me."
Pang Zhan smiled, then suddenly lowered his voice: "How have you thought about what I told you last time? Come to my Litong Money Shop, and I promise you won't lack cultivation resources."
Jiang Qi remained expressionless, still cupping his hands in a gesture of respect: "Thank you for your kindness, Master Pang. I'm doing quite well at the water shop."
Pang Zhan seemed to have anticipated this, and his smile deepened: "Hehe, I knew you'd say that. So young, yet so nostalgic..."
"But the monthly salary for that waterworks probably isn't much, is there enough silver?"
Jiang Qi paused for a moment, a hint of embarrassment flashing across his face: "Don't worry, Mr. Pang, I will repay the money and interest on time."
Pang Zhan waved his hand: "That little bit of silver is nothing, you don't need to pay it back."
what?
Jiang Qi was taken aback.
Pang Zhan smiled and said, "My Litong Money Shop will provide Brother Jiang with an additional ten taels of silver and fifteen doses of Blood Qi Powder every month."
Jiang Qi was overjoyed; they had finally reached this point.
Before he could speak, two more people walked over quickly.
Pang Zhan frowned immediately upon seeing the two men.
It is rumored that Jiang Qi only obtained the Blood Nourishing Pill by chance encountering the hem of the robe of Lord Shen Yi, the city patrol envoy of the Demon Suppression Division. However, he knew that with Lord Shen's strength and status, he could decide who to let or not let them encounter him in the blink of an eye.
This young man must have caught Lord Shen's eye to have gotten this opportunity; he has extraordinary potential.
Now it seems that he wasn't the only one who thought of this; Weiyuan Escort Agency and Sihai Trading Company had also considered it.
"Young Brother Jiang!" Zhu, the head镖师 (bodyguard/escort) of Weiyuan Escort Agency, said with a smile, "Our Weiyuan Escort Agency provides ten taels of silver, fifteen doses of Blood Qi Powder, and a daily dose of nourishing and strengthening medicinal cuisine specially prepared by our agency's chef!"
"Young friend Jiang!" the third manager of the Sihai Trading Company said, "Our Sihai Trading Company provides thirty-five doses of Blood Qi Powder every month, plus a serving of top-quality medicinal cuisine daily!"
Each one has better conditions than the last.
Pang Zhan spoke softly, so the others couldn't hear him clearly.
However, the voices of the two from Weiyuan Escort Agency and Sihai Trading Company were heard directly in the training ground.
All the disciples present, including many people in the audience, were stunned.
This is... a grant?!
Moreover, it seems that three companies are vying for it!
Envy...jealousy...incredulous gazes instantly pierced through like sharp swords.
Pang Zhan, his face grim, spoke again:
"What I just gave you, young man, was only initial resources. If you break through to the mid-stage of the Blood Refining Realm, the support will increase to thirty taels of silver, fifteen Blood Nourishing Pills, and two Blood Gathering Pills per month!"
boom!
This caused a stir even among the spectators.
Thirty taels of silver a month is nothing, but fifteen blood-nourishing pills plus two blood-gathering pills is quite a generous offer.
Why does Litong Money Shop think so highly of that kid?
The disciples of the martial arts school had bloodshot eyes and felt as if a fire was burning in their chests, almost driving them to lose their minds.
They practiced martial arts diligently, striving to make a name for themselves.
In the end, Jiang Qi was fought over by three families before the competition even began!
Why should I?!
Chen Feng and Feng Heng's faces were contorted uncontrollably, their back teeth almost grinding to powder without them realizing it, only boundless jealousy gnawing at their hearts.
Jiang Qi himself was also somewhat taken aback.
Indeed, his initial idea was to cultivate quickly, then snowball his advantage so that he wouldn't have to worry about running out of resources.
But he hadn't expected them to be sent to the door all at once.
Just as he was wondering how to begin, Instructor Zhou Yong approached, cupped his hands in greeting to Pang Zhan and the other two, and said, "Brother Pang, Chief Escort Zhu, Manager Wang, may I have a few words with Jiang Qi alone?"
The three exchanged glances, smiled, nodded, and returned to their seats.
They knew that Coach Zhou was helping Jiang Qi analyze the pros and cons and make a choice.
Zhou Yong led Jiang Yin to the edge of the training ground and whispered, "So, which one do you like best?"
Jiang Qi hesitated for a moment and said, "Can... we choose all three?"
Coach Zhou was stunned for a moment, then shook his head and laughed, "You little rascal, you're too greedy! Donations aren't free. Once you take someone's resources, you're branded by that person, and you'll have to pay back in the future."
Unless you have the ability to get all three to listen to you, trying to control resources from all three simultaneously is like putting yourself on the hot seat of danger; you'll eventually be torn apart and devoured!
He paused, his expression turning serious: "I remember you're working for the Ironclad Gang now?"
Jiang Qi nodded: "Yes, Sweetwater Lane Water Shop."
Instructor Zhou nodded slightly: "Weiyuan Escort Agency and Sihai Trading Company are some business competitors with the Ironclad Gang. If you accept their funding, it's like having your cake and eating it too, and the Ironclad Gang won't tolerate that."
At best, they'll be expelled from the gang; at worst... their lives will be in danger.
"Litong Money Shop, on the other hand, is special in nature. It mainly deals in money lending and has many financial dealings with various forces. It does not directly participate in the struggle for territory."
Even if the Ironclad Gang finds out you accept their funding, they will likely turn a blind eye as long as they don't openly oppose it.
After all, a gang member with money and resources is a good thing for the gang.
Indeed, the so-called funding was essentially an advance investment and a binding agreement.