Chapter 392: Treasury

In the early morning, Su Yan woke up from her comfortable bed.

She wasn't sure if it was because the bed was too soft, but she hadn't slept particularly soundly.

Just as she made a slight movement, the sound of knocking came from outside.

"Come in."

The door pushed open, and two maids walked in respectfully.

"Miss Su, we are here to assist you with your morning wash. Please let us know if you have any needs."

Su Yan gave them a brief glance and signaled that she did not require their assistance.

However, even so, the two did not leave.

By the time she had finished washing, clean and comfortable clothes had already been placed before her.

Just looking at the soft fabric and the exquisite craftsmanship, one could tell that these clothes were of immense value.

"I have my own clothes to change into."

It wasn't that Su Yan couldn't enjoy such a lifestyle, but rather that she refused to accept arrangements made by others.

In the face of her refusal, the two maids did not say a single word.

"Miss Su, breakfast is also ready. Would you like to eat in your room, or in the main hall?"

Su Yan thought about it and chose to stay in her room; after all, it would be quieter.

Breakfast and dinner were naturally sumptuous, but having two people constantly standing beside her was not a comfortable experience.

After finishing her meal, Zhou Chong arrived at her door.

"Master Su, the Clan Leader has asked me to invite you over."

Zhou Xiongfeng had said yesterday that he would take her to the Zhou family treasury early this morning; it seemed he truly did what he said.

As for what kind of treasures would actually appear in the treasury, that was something an outsider could not know.

Under Zhou Chong's guidance, Su Yan arrived at the main hall, where there were several other exorcists besides herself.

After exchanging greetings, Zhou Xiongfeng did not delay and gestured directly for everyone to head toward the Zhou family's backyard.

On the way there, everyone's face bore a trace of excitement.

Whether as one of the most powerful family enterprises in the country or as one of the four great exorcist families, the Zhou family's foundation was absolutely immeasurable.

Even being able to catch a glimpse of the Zhou family treasury was an extreme honor, let alone being able to obtain one of its contents—who could truly remain calm?

Among these people, the only one Zhou Xiongfeng truly cared about was Su Yan.

Upon entering the backyard, Zhou Xiongfeng stopped in front of a rockery and, without avoiding anyone, directly manipulated a mechanism on the stones.

With a *click*, a passage slowly opened in the ground.

Many people showed expressions of surprise; they hadn't expected the Zhou family treasury to be set directly beneath the grand manor.

However, this tunnel was not disguised very cleverly; if someone were truly determined, they could certainly find it.

But Zhou Xiongfeng's next action immediately made these people realize their worries were redundant.

Zhou Xiongfeng did not descend into the tunnel immediately, because the moment the passage opened, a light from a formation flashed.

This was the true key to guarding the passage and preventing outsiders from entering.

Zhou Xiongfeng muttered an incantation, and a surge of pure spiritual energy fell upon the formation.

The light of the formation surged instantly as if confirming something; a few seconds later, the light dissipated, revealing the true entrance.

After completing this with great composure, Zhou Xiongfeng turned to look at Su Yan.

"Master Su, let us go down."

Su Yan nodded and followed his footsteps.

The others followed closely behind.

Even though Su Yan had prepared herself mentally, she was still stunned by the magnificence when she actually stepped into the treasury.

The surrounding walls and the ground beneath her feet seemed to be made of pure gold, so dazzlingly bright that it was hard to keep one's eyes open.

This passage alone was dozens of meters long.

For the first time, Su Yan experienced what it meant to be "flush with cash."

Thinking about how she was still constantly rushing around for her future livelihood, the sense of disparity at this moment was quite significant.

Zhou Xiongfeng knew that when Su Yan was at the ancestral lands, she had sold talismans for a price of a thousand yuan. Although there was a suspicion of profiteering, it also demonstrated Su Yan's character in certain aspects.

This was why he was so eager to showcase the Zhou family's wealth; if he wanted Su Yan to become a member of the Zhou family, he naturally had to have something that could move her.

"Ahead is the Zhou family treasury."

Their path was blocked by a massive golden gate.

Zhou Xiongfeng took out a very intricately designed key and inserted it into the lock.

As the great gate opened, everyone held their breath.

The first thing that met their eyes was a high pile of gold walls, with several large chests placed beside them, filled to the brim with various types of jewelry and ornaments, shining brilliantly.

Someone in the crowd let out a gasp.

Exorcists were also human; besides the responsibilities they carried, most were also struggling for their livelihoods.

If they could possess a mountain of gold like the Zhou family, who would be willing to wander on the edge of life and death every day?

Watching the expressions on everyone's faces, a faint, imperceptible smile appeared on Zhou Xiongfeng's face.

"According to my promise, everyone may freely choose one item here. If you prefer these gold and silver ornaments, you may select five of each kind."

Su Yan glanced at the gold bars laid out; each one weighed at least one jin. According to what Zhou Xiongfeng said, that meant she could take five gold bars as her reward at once.

And there were seven or eight exorcists here, so this was definitely a grand gesture.

However, these people were not blinded by money; they knew very well that for the Zhou family, gold and silver were actually the least valuable things, and the true treasures were definitely further inside.

Zhou Xiongfeng only stayed here for a few minutes before gesturing for everyone to continue walking inward.

Sure enough, the further they went, the more extraordinary the items became.

From famous calligraphy and paintings to jade and antiques, and then various cold weapons.

Every single piece was absolutely worth a fortune.

Even someone like Su Yan, who did not understand antiques, felt a sense of wonder as she looked at the familiar signatures on them.

"I didn't realize Clan Leader Zhou had such wide-ranging interests."

Zhou Xiongfeng couldn't help but laugh. "I wouldn't call them hobbies; I just like collecting. It's just that as I collect, they keep increasing."

Su Yan remained noncommittal; when one is wealthy to a certain extent, one can naturally do as one pleases.

"This area contains some of the divine weapons and sharp blades our Zhou family has collected over the past few hundred years. Whether used for self-defense or for slaying demons, they are excellent. Master Su and everyone else, if you like any of them, feel free to take them."

By this point, some people truly could not restrain themselves. Compared to gold and silver treasures, these weapons that could actually increase one's strength and save one's life were what truly suited them.

"Clan Leader Zhou, then we shall not be polite."

This was also an opportunity they had fought for with their lives, so naturally, they would not step back.

A smile remained on Zhou Xiongfeng's face as he allowed them to choose freely.

(End of Chapter)