Chapter 628: Debt

A flaming lotus, radiating seven-colored light, floated before everyone. Pure, potent Genesis Qi fluctuations emanated from it, making all present eye it with covetous desire.

"Ahem, let Junior Sister Qingchan handle the important task of distributing the treasures," Chu Qing coughed, then looked at Li Qingchan beside him with a smile.

Li Qingchan shot him an annoyed glance, clearly seeing that his aversion to trouble had resurfaced, fearing that a poor distribution would give him a headache.

However, she knew Chu Qing's personality too well, so she bothered to say nothing more. With a gentle flick of her slender, jade-like finger, the seven-colored firelight from the heart of the flaming lotus, along with more than ten multi-colored flaming lotus seeds, slowly rose.

"These multi-colored flaming lotus seeds are greatly beneficial for cultivation, capable of enhancing one's Genesis Qi foundation. Since all the Holy Sons contributed this time, each will temporarily receive one," Li Qingchan stated.

With a flick of her sleeve, Li Qingchan sent out thirteen multi-colored flaming lotus seeds. Besides the Ten Great Holy Sons, Yaoyao, Tun Tun, and Zhou Yuan each received one.

The other Holy Sons' eyes lit up with delight, as they held their multi-colored flaming lotus seeds, reluctant to let go.

Yaoyao merely glanced at hers before casually putting it away. Tun Tun opened its mouth and directly swallowed the multi-colored flaming lotus seed.

Zhou Yuan, too, curiously took the flaming lotus seed. Feeling the Genesis Qi fluctuations contained within, his expression stirred. If he could refine this item, his Genesis Qi foundation would undoubtedly receive a significant boost.

However, it was a pity that he received so few. Otherwise, he might have been able to use them to break through to the eighth layer of the Alpha Origin Stage, greatly enhancing his own Genesis Qi foundation.

"The remaining lotus seeds will be distributed based on contributions made in guarding this multi-colored treasure ground," Li Qingchan mused briefly before saying, "Yaoyao, who used a barrier to block the Sacred Palace's interference, should receive one more."

"Tun Tun led the disciples in clearing out the multi-colored treasure ground and also slew the guardian beast, so it should also receive one more."

Her beautiful eyes finally turned to Zhou Yuan, and her red lips parted slightly. "There's no need to say much about Zhou Yuan. If he hadn't defeated Chai Ying, the current situation would likely be much harder to predict, so he should also receive one more."

"This distribution can be put to a vote by a show of hands. If anyone has objections, please voice them."

Chu Qing was the first to raise his hand, lazily stating, "I have no objections."

Ye Ge also smiled and raised his hand.

Shang Chunqiu and the other Holy Sons pondered for a moment, then nodded in agreement, as what Li Qingchan said was entirely true and indeed fair.

Kong Sheng, however, had a slight objection, but seeing everyone else nod, he could only reluctantly accept it.

Seeing this, Li Qingchan flicked her finger, and three more multi-colored flaming lotus seeds shot towards Zhou Yuan, Yaoyao, and Tun Tun.

Zhou Yuan joyfully took the flaming lotus seeds, feeling that this distribution was quite favorable to him.

"Senior Sister Qingchan, there truly aren't many people as beautiful and fair as you anymore," Zhou Yuan happily flattered her.

Hearing this, Li Qingchan smiled playfully and said, "Oh? And how do I compare to Yaoyao?"

Yaoyao, who was playing with her multi-colored flaming lotus seeds nearby, also raised her exquisitely beautiful face, which made hearts pound, seemingly staring at Zhou Yuan with some interest.

Cold sweat immediately appeared on Zhou Yuan's forehead. He had just blurted that out in excitement, and Li Qingchan had, with a mere turn of her hand, pushed him towards a dead end. Women were truly terrifying!

Seeing Zhou Yuan's predicament, the other Holy Sons' eyes showed a hint of schadenfreude.

Seeing Zhou Yuan's stiff, uncomfortable posture, Li Qingchan finally broke into a charming, captivating smile. "Alright, I'm just kidding with you."

Zhou Yuan gave a dry laugh, then quickly slipped away with his multi-colored lotus seeds, fearing Li Qingchan would present him with another life-or-death choice.

"The remaining multi-colored flaming lotus seeds are difficult to distribute for now. We can wait and see everyone's future contributions. Additionally, I suggest setting aside one more to be bestowed upon the chief disciple with the greatest contribution."

As Li Qingchan spoke, she smiled faintly and looked at Zhou Yuan, adding, "Of course, Zhou Yuan is not included in this."

Zhou Yuan was not surprised by this. Receiving two multi-colored flaming lotus seeds was already quite conspicuous. If he were given more, it would truly cause dissatisfaction.

The other Holy Sons nodded. Tang Muxin and others beside them also showed expressions of joy upon seeing this.

"Next, we have this seven-colored God-Building wonder," Li Qingchan said, her beautiful eyes turning to the seven-colored firelight. A hint of hesitation crossed her pretty face; this item was simply too precious to easily distribute.

The other Holy Sons also stared at the seven-colored God-Building wonder, none of them concealing their covetousness.

Li Qingchan pondered for a moment and said, "This item is difficult to distribute. However, if any Holy Son is interested in it, I suggest exchanging it for twelve six-colored God-Building wonders."

Kong Sheng, Shang Chunqiu, and the others exchanged glances. Twelve six-colored God-Building wonders? This was quite a high demand, especially since they had only acquired nine six-colored God-Building wonders from this multi-colored treasure ground so far.

However, they understood Li Qingchan's intention: since the item was hard to distribute, it was better to have someone exchange for it directly. This way, the six-colored God-Building wonders obtained in exchange could be evenly distributed among the other Holy Sons.

Exchanging twelve six-colored God-Building wonders for one seven-colored God-Building wonder, truthfully, was only a small profit.

The other Holy Sons all fell into contemplation, as acquiring twelve six-colored God-Building wonders was not an easy feat. It would require a significant amount of time and effort.

"The twelve six-colored God-Building wonders do not need to be submitted immediately. The deadline is before we leave the Profound Origin Heavenly Cave. If you are unable to complete the exchange by then, you may return the seven-colored God-Building wonder or exchange it for other items of equivalent value," Li Qingchan added, seeing their hesitation.

Zhou Yuan licked his lips. Although he was also extremely covetous of the seven-colored God-Building wonder, exchanging it for twelve six-colored God-Building wonders was indeed daunting.

Moreover, this was practically taking on a massive debt... and all the other Holy Sons would be his creditors.

The thought of other Holy Sons constantly pressing him to hand over the six-colored God-Building wonders every time they saw him made Zhou Yuan feel a flutter of panic in his heart.

So, after some thought, he simply remained silent.

Let whoever wants it take it. Anyway, there would surely be other opportunities to acquire seven-colored God-Building wonders in the future.

However, just as Zhou Yuan remained silent, a clear, pleasant voice suddenly rang out: "Zhou Yuan will take this seven-colored God-Building wonder."

"???" Zhou Yuan froze, then hastily turned his head to see Yaoyao giving him a faint smile.

"Wait, I don't want it!" Zhou Yuan quickly cried out.

Li Qingchan lightly clapped her jade-like hands and said with a smile, "Alright, then this seven-colored God-Building wonder is Zhou Yuan's. Congratulations."

With a raise of her jade-like hand, the seven-colored firelight drifted directly towards Zhou Yuan.

The other Holy Sons clapped symbolically, then stared at Zhou Yuan with forced smiles, saying, "Junior Brother Zhou Yuan, we hope you'll hand over all twelve six-colored God-Building wonders during the upcoming period."

"Otherwise, we'll be sure to remind you constantly."

Zhou Yuan looked at the seven-colored firelight floating before his eyes, and his lips twitched uncontrollably.