The Taiyi Ring’s extravagance was displayed in every detail. Every corner radiated the unmistakable aura of a wealthy organization with more money than they knew what to do with.

Despite this being nothing more than a temporary forward camp, they had spared no expense in constructing brand-new buildings to house the masters and craftsmen.

Even without seeing the price tag, Ji Jue instinctively calculated the cost using his old experience as a construction laborer. Just the materials and labor came to a staggering sum. And since the entire structure had been created directly by Chosen Ones through shaping techniques to save time, the actual cost was probably even more outrageous than he assumed.

The moment they stepped inside, a wave of cool, fragrant air greeted them. The polished marble floor was so smooth it nearly reflected their figures like a mirror. Crystal chandeliers hung high overhead, scattering brilliant light across the hall.

Waiting in the lobby, a staff member who had clearly been expecting them hurried over at once.

“Master Ye, your quarters, as well as Mr. Ji’s, have already been arranged.”

Ye Xian waved her hand. “No need. Instead of wasting time, take us straight to the meeting room. At least that’s somewhere worth going.”

She pointed...