Ding Huan looked at Gu Chu and said lightly, "Did you sign the contract?"

Gu Chu quickly replied, "We only have a verbal agreement, not a contract."

"Is there an Imaging Crystal Ball?" Ding Huan's tone carried a hint of frost.

Sweat seeped from Gu Chu's forehead; he was certain that if Ding Huan killed him here, he would have nowhere to voice his grievances.

Don't be fooled by the fact that the Trading Building isn't among the top ten forces in the World of Gods; compared to their Great Holy Dao, it's far stronger.

He could bully the small Xingluo Sword Dao by relying on the fact he was an elder of the Great Holy Dao.

But in front of Qi Sha, even the shortest tail must be tucked.

"No," Gu Chu's voice trembled slightly, knowing how bloodthirsty Qi Sha could be.

"You have neither one nor the other, and still dare to say you've been invited here?

Even if they did invite you, without evidence, they could refuse you at any time. Get lost, don't embarrass yourself in front of me."

Ding Huan raised his hand and swung a slap.

This slap contained the killing force of Qi Sha's Dao Rhythm, intended to leave a mark of his Killing Dao Rhythm here.

Even if someone investigates, it will be Qi Sha who took action.

Gu Chu had no time to react, directly slapped on the face by Ding Huan.

Half of Gu Chu's face was shattered, teeth flying out.

He was sent dozens of yards away by Ding Huan's slap,

And yet, Gu Chu felt a sense of relief.

At least he wasn't killed.

At this moment, he could only be grateful that Qi Sha was in a good mood today and didn't kill anyone.

Before he landed, he turned in the air and quickly escaped the Barrier Square, disappearing in the blink of an eye.

The onlookers were silent; this Killing God of the Trading Building truly was domineering.

However, nobody dared say anything, as that's always been his domineering nature. One might say that it was quite good that he didn't kill anyone today.

Those who dared to express dissatisfaction were killed.

"Thank you, elder, for your righteous action."

Seeing Ding Huan slap Gu Chu away, and Gu Chu not daring to utter a single word before fleeing, Nan Xianer hurried forward to express her gratitude.

Ding Huan waved his hand: "It's just a trifling matter, not worthy of mentioning. By the way, weren't you looking for someone to enter the Chaos Zone of Xingluo Sword Dao?

I also want to take a stroll in the Chaos Zone, so how about inviting me? I can surely help you with a few things."

Upon hearing this, those around finally realized.

No wonder Qi Sha was so strange today: not only did he uphold justice but also slapped Gu Chu away. This was all for his own benefit.

Indeed, if this wasn't the case, it wouldn't align with Qi Sha's usual arrogant demeanor.

Upon hearing Ding Huan's words, Ti Yi and Lv Bingqi, standing behind Nan Xianer, silently screamed in their hearts not to agree, as agreeing spelled disaster.

If Gu Chu were to go, Xingluo Sword Dao might only lose some treasures, but allowing Qi Sha to go, they might even lose the sect itself.

As for their lives, they would be under Qi Sha's control.

But they were still a little too late, as Nan Xianer immediately replied, "That's wonderful, I'll thank you in advance. With the elder's abilities, we only need to invite you."

Despair filled Ti Yi and Lv Bingqi's hearts, it was over.

Both Ti Yi and Lv Bingqi were sure that if they dared utter a word of objection, they all would be erased by Qi Sha in an instant.

Lv Bingqi sighed, for Nan Xianer had never been out before.

Otherwise, Nan Xianer wouldn't have argued fiercely with Gu Chu.

She had no idea how treacherous the hearts of people in the World of Gods could be, nor how utterly despicable Qi Sha was before her.

She thought Qi Sha helped her drive Gu Chu away and believed Qi Sha to be a kind-hearted elder. Alas, he was a ruthless wolf.

Ding Huan laughed heartily: "That's great, let me know when to meet, and I'll directly find you then."

In Ding Huan's mind, the best option was to leave together now.

However, Qi Sha would never leave with Nan Xianer and the others right away.

Nan Xianer took out a Jade Talisman and handed it to Ding Huan: "Elder Qi, this is the Jade Talisman for entering our Xingluo Sword Dao's Chaos Zone. Three years later, we'll meet you at Gods Plaza."

Ding Huan took the Jade Talisman and exchanged Communication Beads with Nan Xianer before calmly summoning the Cosmic Pot to leave.

The Cosmic Pot was his trophy and needed to be made known to everyone.

As for the Jade Talisman given by Nan Xianer, Ding Huan had already learned about it from the Jade Scroll on Qi Sha.

This Jade Talisman is not only for entering Xingluo Sword Dao's Chaos Zone but also for entering Gods Plaza.

Gods Plaza is located in the outer area of the Chaos Zone.

Every time they enter the Chaos Zone, it's together; no sect can enter whenever they please.

Therefore, Ding Huan must rely on this Jade Talisman to enter Gods Plaza to meet up with Xingluo Sword Dao before entering the Chaos Zone allocated to Xingluo Sword Dao.

The Chaos Zone does indeed have boundaries, but once inside, upon finding something valuable, few care about the area divisions of the Taoist Sects.

They will naturally seize what they can.

This is the sorrow of small Taoist Sects like Xingluo Sword Dao.

To protect their treasures in the Chaos Zone, they must invite strong individuals to accompany them.

The invitation of this powerful individual is very particular.

Nan Xianer doesn't know, but Ti Yi and Lv Bingqi do.

Their kind of sect with limited strength cannot invite those who are too powerful, because if there is any top-tier treasure, how could they have a share?

But they also can't invite those who are too weak.

What help would such weak individuals provide?

Gu Chu's strength is suitable, but his character is very poor, and he comes from the notorious Great Holy Dao.

For this reason, both Ti Yi and Lv Bingqi are unwilling to invite Gu Chu.

They originally just wanted Nan Xianer to politely refuse him, but unexpectedly, Nan Xianer refused him without any politeness, leading to a quarrel that alarmed Qi Sha.

As for Qi Sha, they are even more unwilling to invite him.

Being with someone like Qi Sha, if they ever come across a valuable item, they might not just lose the item but their lives too.

After Ding Huan left, Ti Yi and Lv Bingqi also quickly took Nan Xianer to leave.

"Xianer, this time when going to the Chaos Zone, you should not go." As soon as they left the Barrier Square, Lv Bingqi said.

"Why? My father went missing in the Luoxing Sword Dao's Chaos Zone, I must go in to find him, how can I not go?"

Nan Xianer immediately retorted.

Lv Bingqi sighed: "Xianer, that Qi Sha has a nickname, the Killing God. He kills without blinking an eye and doesn't hesitate to use lethal force over trivial matters.

Rumor has it that he proves the way through killing. If you go, and come across something valuable, I fear our Luoxing Sword Dao may even lose its legacy."

Upon hearing this, Nan Xianer frowned immediately: "Sister Bingqi, aren't you being too cautious? I see Elder Qi as a warm-hearted person, doing things very justly, how could he be the Killing God?"

"Alas..." Lv Bingqi sighed, grabbing Nan Xianer's shoulder:

"Xianer, you don't know how many people Qi Sha has killed on the Gods Island. Ask Elder Ti Yi, it's not just me saying this, everyone in the World of Gods knows.

People always have some reason for slaughter, but this person kills for no reason. And if he found a reason, it's even less likely for him to show mercy."

"Then can't we just replace him?"

Lv Bingqi shook her head: "You still haven't understood what I mean. With someone like Qi Sha, should you dare propose to replace him, our Xingluo Sword Dao will instantly be turned to ashes.

Think about it, even Gu Chu dares to bully our Luoxing Sword Dao, so what kind of person is Qi Sha? Would he allow us to deceive him?"

The three fell silent.

Once spoken, it's impossible to take the words back.

After a long while, Nan Xianer took a deep breath: "Sister Bingqi, I must go, or I won't have peace of mind to prove my path."

Lv Bingqi sighed and stopped advising.

...

Ding Huan had no idea that the Xingluo Sword Dao was on guard against him. After leaving the Barrier Square, he immediately took out a Teleportation Talisman.

Judging by the Daoist Rhythm on the talisman, Ding Huan was sure it would teleport him outside Qi Sha's cave mansion.

In the coming years, he needed to sort out what he had obtained and then comprehend the Heaven and Earth Rules of the World of Gods.

Once he went to the Gods Plaza, there would surely be many powerful individuals as numerous as clouds.

Even the appearance of a Master of the Universe of the seventh step was not impossible.

So he must ensure his Great Dao aura aligns with the Heaven and Earth Rules of the World of Gods, to avoid being discovered as an outsider by the powerful ones.

Ding Huan learned about the Gods' Trading Building from Qi Sha's Jade Scroll.

He also knew it was the only influence in the World of Gods without its own lair.

Their Trading Building headquarters was established in Tao City of Gods.

Tao City of Gods is the largest Holy Dao City in the World of Gods, not belonging to any Holy Dao Influence.

And the most prosperous and noticeable place in Tao City of Gods is where the Gods' Trading Building's headquarters is located.

Although the Gods' Trading Building doesn't have a Tao City of its own, its strength is not weak.

They possess abundant cultivation resources, which attract many to join or temporarily serve as an elder in the Trading Building, including Qi Sha.

Otherwise, even Gu Chu from the Great Holy Dao would not fear Qi Sha so much.

The Teleportation Talisman activated, and Ding Huan was transported to a very secluded mountain nook.

Divine Will scanned the area; there was no cave mansion here.

But Ding Huan saw Tao City of Gods.

Tao City of Gods was just at the edge of his Divine Will.

It was evident that Qi Sha had chosen this place for a reason, as it was beyond the range of Tao City of Gods' Divine Will.

His Divine Will was far stronger than Qi Sha's, which was why he could see the Gods' Trading Building.

Ding Huan didn't believe Qi Sha's cave mansion was in Tao City of Gods, as it wouldn't be convenient for Qi Sha's cultivation.

There must be a residence and temporary cave mansion for Qi Sha in Tao City of Gods, but someone like Qi Sha would choose a more remote and unknown location for his cultivation.

Should he go to Tao City of Gods first?

Just as the thought occurred, Ding Huan abandoned the idea of going to Tao City of Gods for the time being.

As the most bustling central Tao City in the World of Gods, it's very likely that powerful individuals are present in Tao City of Gods.

He should find a place to enhance his cultivation first, and then go to Tao City of Gods.

After all, three years later, he has to go to the Gods Plaza, and it's necessary to transmit from Tao City of Gods.