Global Lords: Me and My Calabash Kiddos

Chapter 368 - 166: 5 Out of 6, the Long-Unseen Great Emperor_3

The Dongfang Five Brothers of his domain are members of the Divine Seeking Adventure Team.

This adventurer’s guild is led by a Venerable, with many Kings among them.

They are passionate about treasure hunting, and their captain dreams of finding a "Divine Miracle" to transcend himself.

The Dongfang Five Brothers are quite capable, but are merely ordinary captains in the Divine Seeking Adventure Team. They are only assigned leads of ruins below S-level to investigate.

"No! I’ve never heard of a Treasure Map before." The Great Emperor was shrewd; he quickly understood why the Wealthiest in the World was inquiring about it: "Big brother, if someone possesses a Treasure Map, they would keep it hidden and wouldn’t announce it. If you need a Treasure Map, you might need to make a significant offer as an incentive. To be honest, I have a chatroom that includes over a hundred firsts from various High-Level Regions. They can also extend some influence within their Regions."

"Oh! If you can help me secure a Lord with a Treasure Map, I’ll cover the cost of purchasing it. For a Four-star treasure, I’ll give you three pieces of Specialized Enlightenment Tea; for a Three-star Treasure Map, two pieces of Specialized Enlightenment Tea; for a Two-star treasure map, one piece of Specialized Enlightenment Tea; and even for a One-Star Treasure Map, I’ll offer you a reward. Obtaining a Treasure Map is not always a good thing; a Three-star Treasure Map will definitely have S-level or higher Spirit Beasts, and the journey will be fraught with danger." Yi Tian promised the Great Emperor.

The ancient ruins of the Forest Elder affected Yi Tian deeply.

Even if he were to obtain another Three-star Treasure Map, spending fifty billion Celestial Dao Coins—what would that matter?

The Treasure Map might not contain Spiritual Milk or Spirit Beads. It could just be gold and jewels worth tens of billions.

There’s even the possibility, as the Celestial Dao Stone foretold, that the treasure had long since disappeared due to the passage of time or was taken by adventurer’s teams or bounty hunters without a Treasure Map, via ancient texts or clues.

The impressive thing about the adventurer’s guilds is that they often retrieve treasure without a Treasure Map.

This is very similar to the Tomb Raider Captains on Earth.

But Yi Tian is willing to gamble. If he wins, just like today, even taking only half will lead to a splendid transformation.

Yi Tian now can use his influence to procure a Treasure Map.

But if he does that, the winds of the Celestial Dao World will suddenly change, making Lords who own a Treasure Map feel compelled to explore the treasure.

Anything the Wealthiest in the World needs to purchase with a high price must yield greater benefits.

"May I ask big brother, if I find a Lord with a Treasure Map, what is your bottom line for the various star levels? If I know your bottom line, I can negotiate better."

After seeing Yi Tian’s offer, the Great Emperor felt elated. At the same time, he pondered privately whether the Treasure Map could hold a significant treasure that he could perhaps secure for himself.

"A Three-star Treasure Map for under ten billion Celestial Dao Coins, a Two-star treasure for under one billion Celestial Dao Coins, and a One-star Treasure Map for under ten million Celestial Dao Coins."

Yi Tian said to the Great Emperor.

He worried that if he stated too much, the Great Emperor might collude with the Treasure Map’s holder to trap him.

The Great Emperor is certainly not a kind soul.

"Great Emperor, perhaps you will never receive a Treasure Map; perhaps one day, I will never be able to contact you; you know, countless adventurer’s teams and treasures in the Celestial Dao World are buried together, forever silent in dreams. Perhaps a Three-star Treasure Map isn’t worth ten billion; I’m just gambling to see if I can wager on what I need. I’m willing to gamble, I am confident. I believe smart people won’t risk their lives on a gamble. For those possessing Treasure Maps, the Celestial Dao Stone will indicate a possible significant treasure, but one must survive against all odds; there’s also the likelihood of a near-death experience, an illusionary dream!"

Yi Tian sent a long, meaningful message!

Smart people make smart choices!

Yi Tian doesn’t really think the Great Emperor should open a Three-star treasure.

To Yi Tian, it doesn’t matter if the Great Emperor gets the Treasure Map or not.

If obtained, that’s a win; if not, there’s no loss.

He still has to think of his own methods.

"Thank you for the reminder, big brother. Little brother knows what to do." The Great Emperor replied awkwardly.

He was shocked that the Wealthiest in the World had guessed his inner thoughts and hit him verbally with a warning.

At the same time, the Great Emperor was amazed by the Wealthiest in the World’s confidence in his own strength.

Judging from the captives the Wealthiest in the World had seized, they probably don’t have C-level.

In just over a month, does the Wealthiest in the World think they can defeat him?

"Alright, we’ll contact again when we have time."

Amidst the Great Emperor’s confusion and astonishment, Yi Tian ended the chat.

"Purple Phoenix Moon Dance, have you heard of a Treasure Map?"

Yi Tian asked Purple Phoenix Moon Dance the same question.

Purple Phoenix Moon Dance had mentioned that in her Top-Level Region, it was dominated by mid to late-stage A-level.

Lords of this level have remarkable abilities and are more likely to obtain Treasure Maps.

"I’ve heard! My clansmen say their region had a Lord who acquired a Three-star Treasure Map and eagerly went to open the treasure, only to disappear."

Purple Phoenix Moon Dance informed Yi Tian.

"The Treasure Map could lead to treasures I need. If you can help me contact the Treasure Map holder, I’ll give you Enlightenment Tea as a reward!" Yi Tian said to Purple Phoenix Moon Dance.

Yi Tian knew the dangers of Treasure Maps; a disappearance was quite normal.

That female employer today, if not for hiring Yi Tian, would have had the best outcome of using a Mist Scroll for a quick escape.

The Celestial Dao Rules only grant the Treasure Map holder one chance.

Once that chance is lost, the Treasure Map is no different from an ordinary Treasure Map.

"Okay! I’ll try. Treasure Maps are very rare; I’ve never heard of any in my region. It might not be easy to find one." Purple Phoenix Moon Dance replied.

"No worries, do your best."

Yi Tian knew that Treasure Maps have a certain allure to any Lord. Acting overly desperate for a Treasure Map might backfire.

"Yi Tian, I’ve seen many Lords in the arena clamoring to challenge the Wealthiest in the World. Can you endure that?" Purple Phoenix Moon Dance mentioned this interesting topic to Yi Tian.

"If they challenge the second in the world, I admire their courage. But if they merely want to make a name off the Wealthiest in the World, they look like clowns." Yi Tian had witnessed that scene.

Some Lords had never fought a single arena match, only waiting for the Wealthiest in the World to challenge.

The exclusive chatroom echoed with a chorus of cheering Lords.