Below, Chen Xingwen looked at Jiang Yan and loudly proclaimed, "Mr. Jiang, however much money you need, our Chen family will invest!"
Chen Yeliu, who was beside him, did not object after witnessing the buddha crystal's effects. She couldn't object anyway, as the true head of the Chen family was still the Old Master.
On the other side, Lei Xiangchen pushed up his glasses, showing interest in what Jiang Yan said: "Mr. Jiang, I, Lei Xiangchen, will invest in this project!"
"Me too!"
"Me too!"
Many people below started speaking up, filled with a desire to become Awakened Ones.
Jiang Yan's mouth curved slightly as he watched this scene: "Taking advantage of this opportunity, I will establish a force, a force with both strength and financial power."
Jiang Yan paused, then raised his voice as he looked at everyone present: "The name of this force is: Monster Association!"
"Monster Association, what a strange name." Lei Xiangchen below felt it was odd when he heard the name; what kind of force names itself like that?
He was not alone in that thought.
On the podium, Jiang Yan continued: "As long as you are willing to contribute 20% of your assets, you will become a member of our Monster Association. Not only can you enjoy experimental results that others don't have, but you will also have strong individuals to protect you!"
This was an idea Jiang Yan had long ago, and now everything was moving forward as he had imagined.
As soon as Jiang Yan said this, the crowd below was a bit confused and hesitated. 20% of their assets was not a small sum for them.
Even An Conghao was somewhat shocked, not expecting Jiang Yan to suddenly propose establishing a force here.
However, Chen Xingwen, who had already used the buddha crystal, was the first to step forward and loudly declared, "Mr. Jiang, my Chen family is willing to join the Monster Association!"
Seeing this, Lei Xiangchen immediately said, "Mr. Jiang, I, Lei Xiangchen, will also join!"
"No rush, I never force anyone. I can let the rest of you experience the buddha crystal as well!"
As Jiang Yan finished speaking, several Bodyguards immediately came forward with a small box to distribute buddha crystals to everyone present.
These Bodyguards only distributed them to the heads of the respective companies, not to their female companions or family members.
Excluding Shi Qingtong, who was already dead, a total of 45 buddha crystals were spent this time.
Lei Xiangchen looked at the object with black energy flowing within it in his hand and began to use it as Jiang Yan had instructed earlier.
As the black energy surged into his body, a surge of strength erupted from within him, and his body grew taller.
Rip! The sound of clothes tearing continuously echoed throughout the hall.
These prominent figures of Liuyang City, dressed in tattered clothes, felt the power filling their bodies, and their faces involuntarily showed excitement.
Lei Xiangchen felt that his previously nearsighted eyes seemed to become clearer after using the buddha crystal.
He tried taking off his glasses; the world in his eyes became clear, and his reactions became faster.
"What an astonishing thing!" With just one try, Lei Xiangchen's determination to join the Monster Association grew even stronger.
Although he didn't understand the meaning of the name, he understood the value of the buddha crystal.
Jiang Yan looked at the burly men below and said, "From now on, raise your hand if you want to join the Monster Association."
As his words fell, everyone who had used the buddha crystal immediately raised their hands, their faces unable to hide their excitement.
If they were shocked and amazed when they saw Chen Xingwen use it before, their mindset had changed after using it themselves.
It turned into a craving, a desire to continue possessing this power, and even to become an Awakened One.
No man doesn't crave power; it's just that after growing up and experiencing more, they no longer pursue such illusory things.
Now, an opportunity to gain power was right before their eyes, and they had even experienced it themselves. No one could resist, even if it meant giving up 20% of their family fortune!
Jiang Yan looked at the scene below, a smile playing on his lips. For a while, he wouldn't have to worry about funding. 20% of their assets was just for joining; Jiang Yan would have plenty of ways to continue extracting money from them in the future.
"Boss An will liaise with you. Alright, the banquet is now perfectly concluded. Everyone, enjoy your food and drinks, just don't reveal what happened tonight." Jiang Yan's tone was casual.
He wasn't afraid of some interested parties knowing what happened here. At worst, he would kill anyone who came. Unless it was the Xuanjian Division, he had no fear of any force.
Jiang Yan patted An Conghao's shoulder: "Handle the scene well. I'm going back first."
"Yes!" An Conghao respectfully replied.
Just as the banquet was being held.
At a desolate construction site in Liuyang City, Zeng Jianbai appeared in a black sedan.
In front of the construction site, another black car was parked.
Zeng Jianbai got out of his car and walked towards the black car. The car door opened, and a Vice President from Haoyang Real Estate, with a knowing smile, pulled out a large suitcase... The next day, a piece of news appeared in Liuyang City.
[Liyuan Real Estate boss Shi Qingtong and his girlfriend died in a car accident, their luxury car exploded, leaving no remains!]
This news, with some effort, only caused a small stir in Liuyang City and didn't spread beyond it.
A few days after this news broke, the heirs to Shi Qingtong's vast fortune began to die in various accidents.
The massive inheritance left behind slowly began to be devoured by people arranged by the Monster Association through various means.
Jiang Yan paid no attention to these minor matters; instead, he stood alone in the forest a few kilometers outside Nanfeng Manor.
He sank into his mind. These days, the Ghost Buddha's feeding, inviting volunteers, plus the mental control during yesterday's banquet, had already filled Jiang Yan's pearl of the abyss.
pearl of the abyss: 800/800
"Negative emotions are full. Summon?"
"Summon!" Jiang Yan's thought moved, and he immediately summoned.
Buzz! A purplish-black cloud mass appeared out of thin air in front of him. As soon as it appeared, it rapidly expanded.
Soon, it expanded to over five meters tall, which made Jiang Yan's eyes light up: 'It seems a big guy has appeared.'
Rumble!
The cloud mass erupted with roars, and Jiang Yan quietly waited.
Plop! After a few minutes, a drop of water landed on Jiang Yan's hand.
'It's raining?' Jiang Yan looked up; the sky was clear, and he didn't know where the water drop came from.
'The surrounding air has become humid?' Jiang Yan took a breath and immediately noticed something was off, combined with the previous water drop.
He immediately looked at the purplish-black cloud mass, a thoughtful expression on his face: 'It seems to be caused by the monster inside.'
A moment later, the purple cloud mass dissipated, and a terrifying monster appeared: four meters tall, with purplish-blue skin all over, solid muscles, and blue fins growing from its spine.
Black, seaweed-like growths sprouted from both sides of its head, its yellow eyes had vertical pupils, and its mouth protruded like a fish's, with sharp teeth sticking outwards.
Its entire appearance was incredibly hideous and terrifying.
"Master!" After the monster appeared, it knelt on one knee before Jiang Yan, and its information also appeared in Jiang Yan's mind.
King of the Deep Sea: The king of the great sea from a special world, cruel and bloodthirsty!
Breath of the Deep Sea: The more moisture in the environment, the higher the strength bonus!
King's Trait: Physical strength, speed, and defense will automatically adapt and increase in response to enemy attack intensity!
Deep Sea Roar: Can spray a super strong water jet to destroy everything!
Sea Arrival: Can temporarily increase the humidity of the nearby area and bring heavy rain!
pearl of the abyss: 0/1600
Jiang Yan looked at the information that appeared in his mind, stroking his chin: 'Another super warrior, but this time with an added water-spraying ability.'
Jiang Yan looked at the King of the Deep Sea: "Come back with me. You are not allowed to attack without my command."
"Yes!" The King of the Deep Sea followed behind Jiang Yan and walked towards the manor.
As he walked, Jiang Yan pondered: "These Monsters are getting more and more numerous and bigger. Nanfeng Manor's space will eventually be insufficient."
Moreover, this wasn't Jiang Yan's ideal base; it was too close to the city. People could drive along the road and reach here; what kind of base was that?
'It seems a new base should be put on the agenda.' Jiang Yan's eyes flickered. He needed to make two sets of preparations, so that even if this place was discovered by the Xuanjian Division, there would be other places to use.
Jiang Yan led the King of the Deep Sea towards the manor. Some patrolling Bodyguards, upon seeing Jiang Yan and the King of the Deep Sea behind him, immediately changed their expressions and quickly greeted them.
"Chairman!"
"Chairman!"
Ever since the Monster Association was founded at the banquet yesterday, everyone here had started calling him Chairman.
Jiang Yan nodded at them and walked all the way to the outside of the laboratory, where Dong Guangjie was already standing at the door.
He looked at the King of the Deep Sea behind Jiang Yan, his tone excited: "Chairman Jiang, is this your new Monster? Quickly, let me draw some blood for research."
As he spoke, he reached out to touch the King of the Deep Sea, who immediately opened its mouth and roared, "Human, do you want to die?!"
"Let him draw it." Jiang Yan's tone was calm. As soon as he said this, the King of the Deep Sea, who had been ferocious, immediately quieted down.
"Oh my, it's so obedient. No wonder we're called the Monster Association!" Every time Dong Guangjie saw Jiang Yan casually command these Monsters, he wondered if his ability was to summon Monsters to use.
He immediately waved his hand backward, and his assistant in a white coat came with a blood-drawing instrument.
However, looking at the King of the Deep Sea's solid muscles, Dong Guangjie felt that his needle might not be able to penetrate.
Thinking of this, he looked at Jiang Yan: "Chairman, why don't you ask it to squeeze some blood for me? I don't think the needle will go in."