When the Northern Chamber of Commerce was mentioned, Chu Xinghe remarked that he had almost forgotten about it.

But the problem was that the Northern Chamber of Commerce was quietly making a fortune.

The Northern Chamber of Commerce primarily dealt with the sales of pills.

Previously, among the various departments of the Grand Sky Sect, the Northern Chamber of Commerce's performance was average. After all, although the Grand Sky Sect's pills were of excellent quality, they were quite expensive.

Not everyone could afford them.

Even in the low-end pill market, the biggest profit earner was still the Zhou Medical Hall.

But this time, Senior Brother Xinghe took the opportunity to help the Wan family and completely swallowed up the Zhou Medical Hall, leaving nothing but scraps. The entire Zhou Medical Hall was utterly obliterated.

As a result, all the business that originally belonged to the Zhou Medical Hall now fell into the hands of the Northern Chamber of Commerce.

The pills from the Northern Chamber of Commerce were selling like crazy...

Their quality was higher than that of the Zhou Medical Hall. Although the strength of the Wan Ghosts wasn't impressive, the alchemy techniques taught by Ma Liang were genuinely from the Grand Sky Sect.

They were obtained from Feng Fei and other senior brothers, making them the most authentic.

They were incomparable to the trash from the Zhou Medical Hall.

With the same materials, the quality of the Wan Ghost brand pills was superior to those previously from the Zhou Medical Hall.

Moreover, not only were they more effective, but they also cost less.

Previously, the Zhou Medical Hall, by controlling numerous alchemy practitioners, had squeezed labor costs to the minimum.

But now, the Grand Sky Sect was operating with no cost at all.

What cost did the Wan Ghosts need? Just have them refine pills non-stop every day.

As long as the Feng City Formation was ours, refining pills was no challenge at all.

So, with the dual boost in quality, the Northern Chamber of Commerce swept the low-end pill market in no time.

The market share held by the Northern Chamber of Commerce now even surpassed the peak era of the Zhou Medical Hall.

Is there anything more profitable than selling pills?

Sima Bian, with an almost astronomical performance, told everyone that currently, there isn't!

Although Sima Bian was an outer disciple, he was personally promoted by the Great Elder and had always been the Spirit Crane Palace's external pill seller.

This time, the report Sima Bian submitted made the Great Elder's face bloom like half a chrysanthemum.

But Sima Bian didn't show the slightest pride in his achievements. He immediately stated that all the success of the Northern Chamber of Commerce was due to the guidance of Senior Brother Xinghe. Without Senior Brother Xinghe's intervention, the Northern Chamber of Commerce could never have achieved such results.

Sure enough, as Sima Bian finished speaking, the Great Elder's face turned into a full chrysanthemum!

The Great Elder nodded in satisfaction at Sima Bian's statement, acknowledging that everything was indeed thanks to Xinghe.

When Xinghe wanted to help the Wan family, I thought he was being reckless. But now it seems, how could Xinghe be reckless? He was using the Wan family's conflict to take down the entire Zhou Medical Hall...

Sima Bian, remember, your success today is all due to the subtle assistance of your Senior Brother Xinghe.

Sima Bian, having weathered the storms of the business world, understood this well.

Even though he was promoted by the Great Elder, how could he compare to Senior Brother Xinghe?

Yan Shoujing listened with a numb expression to Sima Bian's introduction, reminiscing about the past... Under my guidance, the Demonic Sect also became the largest shareholder of the Zhou Medical Hall... Later... the Zhou Medical Hall ceased to exist...

Yan Shoujing looked at Chu Xinghe... and found that Chu Xinghe's face was calm...

Even such top-tier income figures from Sima Bian couldn't bring you any joy?

Joy?

Chu Xinghe said that right now, forget about joy... I'm almost crying...

Back when the Zhou Medical Hall came to negotiate, if I had agreed even a little earlier, things wouldn't be like this today...

The Grand Sky Chamber of Commerce's four major branches in the east, west, and north have all taken off under my watch... What on earth have I done... I need to think of a solution... Where should I start?

Let's start with Sima Lao Liu from the Northern Branch. You guys are making a fortune selling pills, right?

But you've forgotten that everything you have is because of the Wan Ghost Formation, and I'm the one controlling the Wan Ghost Formation. Next, as long as I find an opportunity to move the Wan Ghost Formation slightly, how will you continue producing pills?

Competing with me? You're still too inexperienced!

With good comes bad, and as various parties introduced themselves, this year's last place was also revealed.

The Southern Branch's president, Lu Chengqing, looked like a middle-aged man in his forties, with long hair tied up in a flowing style, and a full beard that added to his mature and melancholic aura.

But whether mature or not, recently, Lu Chengqing was truly depressed... almost to the point of depression...

The Southern Chamber of Commerce primarily dealt in entertainment, with the Grand Sky Tower being the most high-end venue.

Plus, the south was already a wealthy area, so with the Grand Sky Tower's full prestige, the Southern Chamber of Commerce was previously a top contender.

But in the past two years, it's not that our Southern Chamber of Commerce hasn't been working hard, it's just that everyone else has been working too damn hard.

Even with nearly doubled revenue, the Southern Chamber of Commerce still ended up in last place...

Lu Chengqing didn't even know what to say...

What to say?

We've worked hard in the south, our revenue has doubled... but our total revenue is still less than others' leftovers?

Regarding Lu Chengqing's silence, the Great Elder also gave his opinion.

"Lu Chengqing, how many years have you been with the Southern Chamber of Commerce?"

"Replying to the Great Elder... seven years..."

"Seven years ago, you became the president of the Southern Chamber of Commerce, and you were the youngest president in the entire Grand Sky Chamber of Commerce, right?"

"It was the Great Elder's support..." Lu Chengqing's head was almost down to his waist.

"Support? Lu Chengqing, the Grand Sky Sect doesn't support idlers. The Southern Chamber of Commerce has disappointed the sect this year. I hope you can make some changes in the second half of the year, or I'll find a more suitable position for you."

The Great Elder's words were light, but to Lu Chengqing, they were like a bolt from the blue.

What does it mean to find a more suitable position for you... It means if you can't do it, then get lost... Do you think shoveling manure suits you?

Although Lu Chengqing was upset, he could only nod and assure the Great Elder that the Southern Chamber of Commerce would do its utmost in the second half of the year.

Afterward, various parties reported their matters, and the Great Elder awarded the top ten rewards for the first half of the year. The mid-year summary meeting concluded successfully.

However, everyone wouldn't leave the Grand Sky Sect immediately but would stay to prepare for Feng Fei's upcoming wedding.

As the Sect Master announced the adjournment with a smile, the mid-year summary meeting began to disperse.

But before Chu Xinghe could stand up, he noticed a melancholic man in front of him.

"Lu Chengqing pays respects to Senior Brother Xinghe..."

Seeing Lu Chengqing, Chu Xinghe remained silent... The Southern Chamber of Commerce, right? I won't be giving you any advice this time!

I've suffered so many losses and been fooled so many times, this time I won't advise you no matter what you say...

Entertainment industry, right? I really don't understand your entertainment industry...

But Chu Xinghe's silence didn't deter Lu Chengqing, who followed Senior Brother Xinghe, pleading all the way.

While pleading, Lu Chengqing also reported the situation of the Southern Chamber of Commerce to Senior Brother Xinghe.

The Southern Chamber of Commerce primarily operates the Grand Sky Tower.

The Grand Sky Tower is the most top-tier entertainment venue, not some high-class brothel.

It's considered the highest-end club, and when people think of a place to discuss matters, the Grand Sky Tower is the top choice.

The Grand Sky Tower not only provides various services but also emphasizes safety. You don't have to worry about any leaks when discussing anything here, making it a favorite place for secret conversations.

Moreover, the musicians at the Grand Sky Tower are top-notch. Although the musicians don't sell themselves, to become a musician there, one must have the looks, the figure, and the talent.

It's all about high-end.

Every year, the top musicians at the Grand Sky Tower are incredibly valuable, and having one perform for you is a symbol of status and prestige.

Lu Chengqing followed Senior Brother Xinghe, saying, "Senior Brother Xinghe, I tried that 'ten-thousand-person concert' you mentioned last time... but the results were terrible..."

Chu Xinghe was numb after being pestered by Lu Chengqing all morning, but still, he said, "I can't advise you; I really don't understand!"

Seeing that Senior Brother Xinghe wouldn't speak, Lu Chengqing finally said, "It seems I have to take the last step."

Senior Brother Xinghe was never a gossip, so... could you explain what the last step is?

Hearing Senior Brother Xinghe speak, Lu Chengqing whispered, "Replying to Senior Brother Xinghe, a few years ago, the Star Moon Tower was worse off than us, but ever since they launched their custom attire service, their performance skyrocketed, so... I want to take that route too."

"Custom attire?" Chu Xinghe was confused.

But soon, Lu Chengqing explained what custom attire meant.

It meant that if a customer paid enough, the beautiful musicians could wear some limited edition outfits for their performances.

And these limited edition outfits emphasized... minimal fabric...

Lu Chengqing said that he didn't want to take this step, but now he had no choice... With this method, the Southern Chamber of Commerce's turnaround was just around the corner!

After hearing Lu Chengqing's plan, Chu Xinghe was shocked!

Damn... So you're planning to take the borderline approach?

You know, now that you mention it, I'm a bit curious about what these custom outfits look like... Not because of the fabric, but because of my love for music.

Lu Chengqing firmly stated, "Senior Brother Xinghe, rest assured, our Southern Chamber of Commerce will launch a custom attire line with a feminine beauty style, and by the end of the year, we will surely turn things around!"

Looking at the determined Lu Chengqing, Chu Xinghe was unsettled...

You know, this borderline approach is quite fierce; if Lu Chengqing really pulls it off, he might just take off!

No way, can I give you such an opportunity?

Chu Xinghe immediately said, "Lu Chengqing, such custom attire might damage the image of our Grand Sky Sect, you know?"

This is too vulgar... So, did you bring the musicians?

You did?

Alright... have the musicians wear the custom attire, and let me... ahem... critique them!

Such vulgar things must be properly criticized!