Disposing of the Spoils

Regarding the distribution of the various treasures seized from Qihua Peak, Ning Fan's opinion had to be consulted first. After all, the most crucial and dangerous elements of the entire plan had been executed by Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao.

If the night's scheme were divided into ten parts, Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao had accomplished more than seven of them alone.

"I will keep more of the treasures that can be used directly for cultivation. Advancing in realm requires a considerable amount of resources," Ning Fan murmured to himself.

"Mm." Yin Fengyue nodded slightly.

Yin Fengyue knew exactly how many cultivation resources Changming Peak could provide its disciples. Even for ordinary disciples, those resources were barely sufficient. The Ranking Disciples received a slightly larger share.

But one had to understand-the more exceptionally talented a disciple was, the more resources their cultivation demanded. All the Ranking Disciples of Changming Peak currently suffered from a scarcity of cultivation resources.

There was nothing wrong with Ning Fan prioritizing cultivation resources for himself and Yun Qingyao.

"As for the remaining heavenly materials and earthly treasures with special effects-those for marrow cleansing, bone reforging, and physique enhancement-along with the various martial techniques..."

"Let us leave them all to Changming Peak to handle."

"If they are exchanged for cultivation resources, distribute some to the disciples."

Ning Fan stated.

"Oh?" Hearing Ning Fan's words, everyone present, including Yin Fengyue, raised their eyebrows. Judging by the list of treasures Ning Fan had just rattled off, the martial techniques and the heavenly materials for physique enhancement made up the lion's share. He was actually willing to let Changming Peak handle these items?

"Junior Brother Ning, you must think this through. Once you speak the word, you are deciding to hand over a massive quantity of treasures to our Changming Peak," Miao Tian frowned, offering a reminder.

"Thank you for the reminder, Senior Brother. I have already made my decision. The heavenly materials for marrow cleansing and physique enhancement, along with the martial techniques and cultivation methods-all of them will be handed over to the Sect," Ning Fan said decisively.

This was not a rash decision made in the heat of the moment, but rather the result of careful consideration. A martial cultivator could not master an excessive number of martial techniques.

Knowing too many without true mastery was meaningless.

As for the heavenly materials and earthly treasures for marrow cleansing and physique enhancement?

A martial cultivator's capacity for such enhancements within a specific realm was limited. Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao had already tempered their physiques within the spirit veins and consumed Spirit Fate Fruits. Even if they ingested more heavenly materials during the Yellow Extreme Realm, the improvement to their physiques would be minimal.

The treasures Ning Fan offered to Changming Peak were, in truth, items that held little remaining value for him and Yun Qingyao.

Moreover, their ability to secure such a massive haul tonight and retreat safely was largely due to the assistance of Miao Tian, Lin Yu, Li Yunqi, and the Peak Master.

Miao Tian and Yin Fengyue, in particular, had stepped forward at critical moments to shield Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao.

"The Summit Tournament is approaching."

"After this battle, our Changming Peak will inevitably become a thorn in Qihua Peak's side. We must raise our strength as a whole."

"Only then can we better protect ourselves," Ning Fan stated.

"Mm." Yin Fengyue and the others nodded slowly.

Indeed.

Because of tonight's affairs, the relationship between Changming Peak and Qihua Peak would surely plummet to a freezing point. This was the direct result of Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao's gains.

If Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao attempted to swallow all the treasures seized from Qihua Peak entirely on their own...

That would clearly be inappropriate.

But Ning Fan's willingness to voluntarily surrender the vast majority of the treasures truly caused Yin Fengyue to view him in a new light.

"Then let our peak handle the disposal of these goods."

"Over the next few days."

"We will sell these treasures, martial techniques, and cultivation methods. Fan Lou has the proper channels. Lin Yu, you are quick-witted; you will take charge of this."

"The cultivation resources obtained from the exchange will be distributed proportionally among the disciples of our Main Peak. Try to raise the average strength of Changming Peak's disciples before the Summit Tournament begins," Yin Fengyue ordered.

"Yes!" Lin Yu cupped his fists and accepted the command.

"Heh, you certainly have foresight, actually considering the Summit Tournament," Yin Fengyue looked at Ning Fan with deep approval.

"Hehe." Ning Fan smiled and scratched his head.

Ning Fan had heard the term 'Summit Tournament' countless times from the others, so naturally, he knew of its existence. However...

"Peak Master, what exactly is the Summit Tournament?"

Lin Yu: "..."

Li Yunqi: "..."

Miao Tian: "..."

Yin Fengyue: "..."

The group stared at Ning Fan with varied expressions. Yin Fengyue, in particular, couldn't help but let the corner of her mouth twitch.

Just a moment ago, she had praised his profound foresight for factoring in the Summit Tournament, only for him to immediately ask what it was.

Utterly speechless.

But considering that Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao were both newly entered Novice disciples, it was perfectly reasonable that they had no idea what the Summit Tournament entailed.

"The so-called Summit Tournament is a crucial trial that determines the reshuffling of the five Main Peaks within our Yin Yang Divine Sect. When the time comes, excluding the Chief Disciple, all Personal and Wandering Disciples will participate. Every Main Peak will display their utmost strength to compete for rankings."

"The higher-ranked Main Peaks will enjoy superior resources."

"As for the lower-ranked ones..." Yin Fengyue trailed off.

Their Changming Peak was the weakest Main Peak. Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao had undoubtedly already experienced exactly what kind of treatment that entailed during their short time here.

"Oh..."

"Exactly when will this take place?" Ning Fan asked thoughtfully.

"In half a month." It was Miao Tian who answered.

Half a month...

That was not a long time. One could even say it was right around the corner. Within half a month, Ning Fan and Yun Qingyao would realistically only have two or three opportunities for significant realm advancement.

- First, finish cultivating the Yellow Extreme Realm stage of the Spirit Marrow Saint-Piercing Method.

- Then, engage in dual cultivation a few more times with full intensity.

The timeline would be tight, but manageable.

"By the way." Yin Fengyue suddenly looked at Ning Fan, a strange glint appearing in her eyes.

"Did you go up to the topmost floor of Qihua Peak's Treasure Pavilion?"

"I did."

"Then did you happen to take the treasure that Hua Long kept hidden there..." Yin Fengyue's expression grew even more bizarre.

"Of course!" Ning Fan answered without hesitation.

The Earth-tier cultivation treasure-the Heaven Saint Lotus-had already been transformed into nearly sixty spiritual marks upon Ning Fan's skin. It had been put to the absolute best possible use!

"You..."

Yin Fengyue hesitated, stopping herself before speaking again, drawing out Ning Fan's curiosity to the absolute limit before she finally sighed.

"Be careful. Never allow yourself to be alone with Hua Long."

"That treasure..."

"Was immensely important to him," Yin Fengyue warned.

Qihua Peak.

Treasure Pavilion, Top Floor.

"..."

Qihua Peak's Peak Master, Hua Long, swept his gaze across the completely empty room. A towering inferno of fury abruptly ignited in his eyes.

"Who was it!?"

"Who stole the treasure I needed to break through my realm?! Aaah!!"

"I will never let you off!!"

"..."

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