"Of course, for us transcendents, money doesn't hold much meaning, so contribution points that can be exchanged for various transcendent items have gradually become a general equivalent."

Ye Wan Ning held the young man's arm and whispered softly.

"At first, the contribution points from the 'Yanhuang Armory' could only circulate internally, but later, all friendly forces wanted our transcendent items, so the demand gradually soared. Eventually, we had to fully open it, forming the hardest currency in the global transcendent circle today!"

"That's also why I don't recommend you exchange your 'true contribution points' for cash."

"The official exchange rate is one to ten thousand RMB, but on the black market, it's at least four times that rate. If you find some buyers in urgent need, you can even negotiate five or six times the rate!"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Haomiao's eyes sparkled with intimidating brilliance.

He currently had as many as 1000 real points in the 'Dragon Emblem'!

If he sold the treasure sword as a 'True Object', rounding it off, he would really have a hundred million!

At this moment, Ye Wan Ning leaned over and asked him quietly in his ear.

"Do you want to sell this sword or keep it for yourself?"

"Uh..."

"This sword has received the ascension baptism with you, already stained with your aura, which will greatly reduce the difficulty of refining it in the future. Its potential is also quite good. I think you can keep it for yourself."

Hearing this, Zhu Haomiao came back to his senses, frowning in conflict, a bit undecided for the moment.

The main issue was that the original owner of this sword was an old eunuch; thinking about it was quite off-putting...

Moreover, this sword was of Qing dynasty style—sharp but not heavy enough, too thin, more suited for Jianghu brawls rather than battlefield duels.

Most importantly, it's not handsome enough...

In comparison, he still preferred the eight-sided Han sword given to him by Feng Zhaobai.

Unfortunately, it was cut off by the 'Heavenly Cluster Cloud'...

After pondering for a few seconds, Zhu Haomiao gritted his teeth.

"Sell it!"

After all, he hadn't practiced any sword techniques. Having one more 'True Object' treasure sword wouldn't fundamentally enhance his combat power.

More importantly, being strong is temporary, but being handsome is for a lifetime!

Even if in the future he wants to refine a weapon as his lifebound magical treasure, he ought to choose the most handsome one!

Seeing the young man make his decision, Ye Wan Ning didn't persuade any further.

The two took the treasure sword to the auction house in the neighboring building, completed various complex procedures, then Ye Wan Ning immediately dragged Zhu Haomiao and ran back.

They made their way to a certain quiet office area, where Ye Wan Ning, familiar with the place, knocked on the door of an office.

"Come in."

A mellow and low voice came from behind the door. Ye Wan Ning pushed the door open and saw a refined and dignified middle-aged man appearing pleasantly surprised.

"Little Yezi, why are you here?"

Just after greeting, the man suddenly remembered something, his expression changed.

"All my tea leaves were stolen by you. There's not a single can left!"

Opening the door to a sudden blow, Ye Wan Ning almost couldn't hold it together, she became a bit annoyed and angry.

"Uncle Liu, I'm not here to steal tea leaves!"

"Ah? Then what are you here for?"

Seeing Liu Hongbin with a vigilant look as if guarding against a thief, Ye Wan Ning gritted her teeth secretly and pulled the young man over from behind her.

"This is my junior, Zhu Haomiao. I want to help him apply for 'till the land' qualification!"

Instantly understanding the implication behind Ye Wan Ning's words, Liu Hongbin frowned with difficulty.

"Are there special requirements?"

"Yes, Second Layer Heaven, Boundless Type, Mysterious Side, the newer, the better!"

"Sss~"

Liu Hongbin clicked his tongue and chuckled bitterly, "You might as well come to steal tea leaves!"

Hearing this, Ye Wan Ning approached him with a flattering gesture, pouting pitifully as she helped Liu Hongbin massage his shoulders.

"Uncle Liu, you know, I left home since I was young. I've always regarded you as close..."

"Stop stop stop! You've used this trick ten thousand times, aren't you tired of it yet?"

Liu Hongbin, not in the least bit angry, pushed her to the side. Seeing her teary-eyed pitiful look, he shook his head wryly, despite knowing full well that this little devil was acting, he still couldn't bear to refuse her.

"Alright, I'll help you with the application process, but you know, 'till the land' approval isn't something just anyone can pass..."

After saying that, Liu Hongbin glanced at Zhu Haomiao, flashed a friendly and subtle smile.

"Little Zhu, right? Could you please lend me your 'Dragon Emblem' for a moment?"

"Okay."

Seeing the young man confidently and gracefully hand over the 'Dragon Emblem', Liu Hongbin covertly sized him up and nodded to himself.

What a handsome young man, could he be Little Yezi's boyfriend?

Although, the age gap seems a bit too much?

On the other side, Ye Wan Ning turned around, out of Liu Hongbin's sight, giving Zhu Haomiao a victory sign, looking cheekily proud.

Seeing this, Zhu Haomiao chuckled, pressing his lips together.

In front of outsiders, she's an aloof goddess; in front of friends and family, a playful clown; in front of elders, a cute and sweet kid...

It's amazing how she switches these personas so seamlessly, without seeming awkward or pretentious.

Honestly, who knows how many more hidden sides she has...

While the two juniors were "making eyes" at each other, Liu Hongbin placed the seemingly "ordinary" Second Layer Heaven 'Dragon Emblem' on the sensor, and a prompt immediately popped up on the computer screen.

His previously nonchalant eyes suddenly widened, Liu Hongbin jolted slightly, quickly composing himself, carefully reading the text on the screen.

After a long time, he suppressed the throbbing in his heart and looked at Zhu Haomiao meaningfully.

"Little Zhu... You are also a student at Central Super, right?"

"Uh, yes."

"Your principal, is she doing well?"

"Huh?"

Seeing Zhu Haomiao's bewildered expression, Liu Hongbin immediately grasped the situation and subtly changed the topic.

"By the way, I looked at your information. It shouldn't be a big problem. I'll help you pick the most suitable Illusion Realm."

"Oh, thank you, Director Liu."

"Hehe, since you're a good friend of Little Yezi, just follow her and call me Uncle Liu."

Seeing the friendly look in Liu Hongbin's eyes, though he didn't quite understand why he suddenly became so warm, Zhu Haomiao went along and nodded.

"Thank you, Uncle Liu."

"You're welcome."

Hearing this, Ye Wan Ning quickly pulled out two letters from her pocket: "Uncle Liu, these are recommendation letters from Cangcang and me."

"No need."

"Huh?"

Even when leaving the office, Ye Wan Ning was still tilting her head, staring at Zhu Haomiao, filled with confusion.

"What's up, Senior Sister?"

"Strange, the 'till the land' qualification review is very strict, and strength is only a small part. How come everything seemed to fall right into place for you?"

Saying this, Ye Wan Ning stretched out her small hand, playfully pulling on the young man's face like kneading dough.

"Are you the illegitimate child of some top bigwig?"

"Don't mess around."

Avoiding Ye Wan Ning's mischievous hand, Zhu Haomiao oriented himself and strolled outside.

"Let's go quickly. The auction might be starting soon."

"Wait, you're really not an illegitimate child of some bigwig?"

"Really not."

"Then did you latch onto a rich woman behind my back?"

"....."