Eternal life begins with saving my clan

The mere sight of these captivating ladies provoked a deluge of longing and desire.

"Where are they finding such goddesses? Tonight, I might not be able to sleep."

"For me to sleep, I need to dream about those curves. If only I could touch their slim waists..."

"In your dreams. Unless you're prepared to forfeit your life."

Laughter and banter intermingled with looks of envy as women in the crowd gazed down at the men, simultaneously harboring a twinge of jealousy for the curvaceous figures displayed on the podium.

However, the occupants of the top ten remained unmoved by the display.

Pride and confidence radiated from each of them, immune to the mesmerizing allure of the enchanting women.

Ai graciously allowed the audience to revel in their fantasies for a brief moment before raising her hand, instantly plunging the previously lively crowd into an abrupt and attentive silence.

The air hung heavy with anticipation as all eyes were once again fixed on Ai, awaiting the next revelation.

"Next, I called on the tenth ranker."

Instantly, a handsome young man and a beautiful young woman stepped forward from their position, walking towards the podium with an air of undeniable pride.

Huh!

The crowd collectively sucked in a cold breath, eyeing the two as if they were a couple.

As they arrived on the stage, Aiguo took a gray badge from the tray and gently placed it on each of their chests.

"Congratulations."

"Thank you," the young man and woman responded respectfully.

Swiftly, the badges were given, each reward securely embedded within.

The expressions of each of the top ten rankers were adorned with satisfied smiles.

They reveled in the generous rewards bestowed upon them by the store. A simple beauty competition had transformed their status in the city; now, no one dared to look down on them again.

In the women's ranking, none in the top five hailed from the city, turning it into a spectacle for the men.

A young man in a purple robe, with short curly hair and deep emerald eyes, walked towards the podium with calmness.

His face betrayed no expression, as if the event held no significance for him.

However, many knew he was attempting to control his emotions, presenting a facade of dignified composure.

Aiguo observed the young man for a couple of seconds before reaching out to take a green badge.

Upon gazing at the green badge, the initially expressionless young man showed a slight shock on his face for a moment before returning to tranquility.

"Congratulations," Aiguo said with an encouraging smile.

"Thank you," he bowed and received the badge. Pride swelled from the depth of his soul, and from the corner of his eyes, he saw adoration on the faces of the crowd.

'Elder sister, when you come back, I won't be the same again,' he whispered in his heart.

"Don't go, stay here," Aiguo pointed to a spot for him to stand.

With a nod, he walked towards the designated position and stood proudly. All eyes were on him, and he relished the envy and admiration directed his way.

Finally, it was time for the top spot to be called to the stage.

Without uttering a word, Zi Haoran walked calmly towards the stage. His dazzling beauty was so mesmerizing that some ladies were on the brink of losing consciousness.

Those who didn't care about their lives were screaming his name, overwhelmed by his beauty. Compared to him, everything else paled in his presence.

As he made his way to the stage, Ai's voice rang out, "Let's applaud the winner and scream his name."

It was as if they were set loose; the somewhat quiet crowd roared in electrifying excitement, screaming his name.

"Zi Haoran!"

"Zi Haoran!"

The Zi clan members among the crowd had tears of joy in their eyes as they witnessed their young master's name being called by thousands of people.

What more could they ask for in their lives?

They were once a weak, small clan barely surviving, making only grade-1 pills. But now, the whole city was echoing their names.

This is fame!

And it all came from the hard work of their previously seemingly useless young master, who had only his looks. With that charm, he had elevated them to the top of the world.

Ai and Aiguo cast their eyes upon Zi Haoran, the undeniably handsome youth who stood before them.

Their gazes lingered momentarily, a silent exchange passing between them before they offered a subtle nod of approval.

Although Zi Haoran possessed undeniable charm, Aiguo could not help but compare him to their master.

In his eyes, Zi Haoran, despite his youthful beauty, still had a long way to go before reaching true brilliance.

With a gentle gesture, Aiguo took a red badge, its color signifying the highest honor, and placed it upon Zi Haoran's chest.

"Congratulations," Aiguo declared, his voice filled with a hint of paternal pride.

Zi Haoran bowed respectfully, his expression a mixture of gratitude and awe. "Thank you," he murmured, the weight of the recognition settling upon him.

However, amidst the celebrations, another figure watched with simmering envy.

The young man who held the third rank, his gaze fixated on the crimson badge, felt a competitive fire ignite within him.

He saw in Zi Haoran not just a champion but a rival, a target to be surpassed.

Unbeknownst to Zi Haoran, this quiet envy had planted the seeds of a fierce rivalry, one that promised to push both of them to greater heights.

With the final reward distributed, Ai raised her hand, effectively silencing the excited buzz of the crowd.

An aura of authority enveloped her as she adjusted her robes, her expression transforming into a mask of unwavering determination.

"Many of you are undoubtedly coveting the rewards bestowed upon the winners," she began, her voice ringing through the hushed audience.

"We acknowledge your ambition, and we urge you to strive for excellence in the next competition."

Her words resonated with the crowd, igniting a spark of determination in their eyes.

"However, some of you may question the practicality of the discounts bestowed, considering our current inventory solely consists of Spirit Comms and Spirit Image Crystals," she continued, addressing the unspoken doubts hanging in the air.

A tense silence descended upon the audience as they waited with bated breath for Ai to unveil the next part of the plan.

"Now, let me enlighten you," she declared, her voice carrying an air of triumphant revelation.

"I am pleased to announce that the Celestial Heavenly Sect will be expanding beyond the confines of a simple store. We will be opening a bank, effective from tomorrow onward."

Her words struck the crowd like a bolt of lightning.

The news of a new bank, backed by the prestigious Celestial Heavenly Sect, sent ripples of excitement and anticipation through the gathering.

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