"According to rumors, this Heroic Invitation is made from the leaves of a Bodhi Ancient Tree that’s lived for three thousand years in the Buddha Ancient Temple. This time, the temple has issued less than a hundred invitations, only available to the world’s strongest, those above Half-step Grandmaster level. I’ve managed to get two invitations, and that was no easy feat." 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

said Elder Mo.

"Thank you, Elder Mo." Chen Xiao clasped his hands in respect.

"Haha, you’re welcome." Elder Mo waved his hand, "Your performance in the Hundred Countries Military Battle significantly uplifted Divine Land’s honor. Getting you two Heroic Invitations is just a part of my duties."

"However, I must remind you that this journey to the Buddha Ancient Temple is fraught with dangers."

"The temple has always been mysterious and secluded, and this time, they are making an unprecedented move by inviting many world-class strongmen to compete for the Glazed Glass Bodhi Heart. We have no idea what’s going on behind this." Elder Mo sighed, "Honestly, I personally don’t want you to go, but I’ll respect your decision."

Leng Baiyu said, "Thank you for your concern, Elder Mo. We will surely return safely."

"Yes, I await your good news."

Elder Mo nodded, took a sip of tea, and added, "I’ve handled the issue with the three major delegations yesterday, but this time, Chen Xiao, you’ve offended numerous people. Once you’re outside Divine Land, I won’t have the ability to protect you."

"So... you must be extremely cautious on this journey to Yin Country!"

"Understood!" Chen Xiao and Leng Baiyu both nodded solemnly.

Chen Xiao realized that during his participation in the Hundred Countries Military Battle, he indeed offended many people, and this trip to the Buddha Ancient Temple would gather the world’s top strongmen; possibly, he might run into some old enemies!

"Elder Mo, we won’t disturb your rest any longer." Leng Baiyu offered their farewell.

"Okay." Elder Mo smiled, "Let me see you off."

After they left the Central Bureau, in the car, Chen Xiao asked Leng Baiyu, "Master Senior Sister, how much of your strength has recovered now?"

"Fifty percent!" Leng Baiyu replied calmly, "I will fully recover in two or three days."

"Also, since cultivating the Supreme Lady Scripture, my foundation has become more stable, and my aptitude improved. There’s a chance I might make progress this time!"

"Then we’ll wait for you to recover before setting off." Chen Xiao suggested.

"No need, we need time to travel to Yin Country. I can gradually recover on the road." Leng Baiyu replied, "Don’t delay the journey."

Meanwhile, inside a villa.

Luo Qingli hung up a phone call with a somewhat serious expression.

Zhang Yaqing sat on the sofa, her pretty eyes flickering, and her red lips parted to ask, "I heard you mention Nourishing Facial Cream and abroad. Has something happened?"

"There is a minor issue with the agents in Yin Country." Luo Qingli organized her thoughts and said, "Nourishing Facial Cream has swept the overseas markets, becoming a highly sought-after beauty product in just two or three months."

"Previously, an agent from Yin Country approached me and acquired the exclusive agency rights. The sales have been quite impressive there over the past two months."

"But now, this piece of pie has caught others’ eyes. Counterfeit products have emerged in Yin Country, priced cheaply, and they suddenly captured a significant portion of our market."

"Moreover, it’s now being reported that the Luo Group’s Nourishing Facial Cream is causing allergic reactions within Yin Country, making many users have terrible skin issues. Now, the cream is being widely publicized as problematic and faced collective resistance."

"The agent contacted me, saying the situation is dire and wants me to personally handle the matter to mitigate the impact."

Zhang Yaqing furrowed her brows, "It’s surprising to see such a major problem... But Yin Country is infamous for counterfeiting drugs, so it’s expected they would copy something as popular as Nourishing Facial Cream."

Luo Qingli sighed, "Counterfeiting isn’t the main issue. After all, their replicated drugs aren’t effective as our genuine product by even a tenth. Ultimately, they can’t compete."

"The pressing issue now is to resolve the false claims of the cream causing skin havoc among consumers. Normally, it shouldn’t have such side effects."

"There’s definitely something fishy going on here!"

"It’s likely a hostile business rival intentionally slandering against the Luo Group."

"If not promptly contained, this issue could quickly spread from Yin Country to other nations, affecting Nourishing Facial Cream’s entire overseas market!"

"I can’t just sit idly by."

"This matter is quite complicated, especially since Yin Country is notoriously chaotic. Going there alone would be dangerous." Zhang Yaqing voiced her concern, furrowing her brows, "But coincidentally, aren’t Chen Xiao and Master Senior Sister going to Buddha Ancient Temple? You can go with them."

Luo Qingli nodded, "Yes, I plan to discuss this matter with Chen Xiao once he returns."

Soon after, urgent news arrived from Luo Group’s internal communications.

Nourishing Facial Cream’s scandal in Yin Country has rapidly escalated in international notoriety, not restricted to Yin Country alone. Many countries are now banning the product, citing quality issues!

All at once, past users of Nourishing Facial Cream are now in a panic, and the previously booming product is now classified as contraband!

When Luo Qingli received the news, her face turned grim.

At this rate, the Luo Group is poised to suffer heavy losses.

After this explosive news spread domestically, Luo Group’s stock price plummeted to near rock-bottom within less than an hour! Various media began capitalizing on the frenzy, widely broadcasting the situation!

The more Luo Qingli observed, the heavier her heart grew.

Clearly, the opponent had long premeditated this move, aiming to bury the Luo Group!

Lu Rugao sat on the sofa, crossing her slender, snow-white legs over one another, gently swaying, "Now that your business is expanding so vastly, many are undoubtedly envious. Chances are these moves are by Yin Country’s competitors trying to snuff you out early and replace you!"

"Ultimately, your backing isn’t robust enough. If you partnered with my Lu Family, leveraging our reputation, they wouldn’t dare be so arrogant. Might you consider it?"

Luo Qingli gave a frosty glance after hearing her gloating, "Aren’t you the most aware of how strong my backing is? You might want to wait and hear from him directly whether he’s robust enough when he returns."

Right when they were discussing this, Chen Xiao and Leng Baiyu entered.