In the era of theocracy of Emperor Geo, no matter whether it was the noble Seven Stars of Liyue or the powerful merchants, they all had a sense of awe in their hearts and treated others with generosity and humility.

However, everything changed as Emperor Rock gradually retired.

The wealth of the Seven Stars of Liyue accumulated at an astonishing rate.

As for the big businessmen, they often use any means necessary in the pursuit of profit. Although their wealth is growing at a rate not as fast as that of the Seven Stars, it is also increasing steadily.

However, the total amount of wealth in Liyue society has not increased significantly.

This means that the growing wealth of the Seven Stars and big merchants is actually gradually flowing away from the common people.

Liyue may seem prosperous, but hidden underneath is injustice towards the common people.

This injustice not only exists, but continues to expand, like an insurmountable gap separating the rich from the common people.

In addition, Liyue has a rather serious problem - class stratification.

If the West Factory does not intervene in the election process of the Seven Stars, the Seven Stars position will always be monopolized by the seven chambers of commerce.

To give a simple example to illustrate this point, the outgoing Tianshu Star Master Tianshu only evaluated and selected from among his three disciples when selecting the next Tianshu Star Master.

His daughter is not only Yue Haiting's secretary, but has also been selected as the next candidate for the Seven Stars.

In the end, Xingqiu agreed to Lin Yide's request and agreed to introduce his brother to him.

This is actually a helpless choice.

Xingqiu knew very well that with the capabilities of the Western Factory, there would naturally be other ways to find his brother to negotiate.

In addition, as a chivalrous man, he also disliked some of the practices of the Seven Stars, such as condoning the opening of casinos and brothels.

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On the bustling streets of Liyue Harbor, tea storyteller Tian Tiezui was standing in front of an exquisitely decorated screen, telling a story in a vivid and colorful manner.

"It happened so fast that Yide swung his sword at the Shadow Chasing Court President Taiwen with lightning speed.

Taiwen was caught off guard and was stabbed deeply in the abdomen by the sharp blade. Hiss~~~, blood gushed out on the spot, red, yellow, and white, mixed together, flowing all over the ground.

Everyone, guess what Ide did in the face of this bloody scene?"

The audience sitting around the tea table were deeply attracted by Tian Tiezui's story. Their appetites were completely whetted and they couldn't help but eagerly ask: "What did he do?"

The audience’s enthusiastic response made Tian Tiezui feel very satisfied.

He was not in a hurry to reveal the answer, but slowly picked up the teapot, sipped the fragrant tea, and then continued his story.

"Ide actually grabbed his sword, dug out Taiwen's heart without hesitation, and then soaked it in his coffee."

As soon as these words were spoken, the audience exclaimed in surprise and were deeply shocked by this thrilling and bizarre plot.

At this time, a steady voice sounded, "From the perspective of common sense, the plot you described is very different from reality.

As far as I know, although Ide is known for being cold and cruel, he is definitely not as perverted as you say."

Tian Tiezui was furious when he heard this. He looked in the direction of the voice and found that the speaker was a handsome young man.

The man sat quietly alone in front of a tea table, exuding a noble and extraordinary temperament.

Tian Tiezui snorted in dissatisfaction, "Sir, could it be Yide, the owner of the West Factory?"

The man shook his head calmly, "I am not Ide."

Tian Tiezui sneered disdainfully, "Since you are not Yide, how can you conclude that what I said is inconsistent with reality?

I advise you to use your brain before you speak."

The man was not angry at Tian Tiezui's offense. He said calmly: "Mr. Tian, ​​since you know something about Yide, you should know what kind of organization the West Factory is.

Do you think the West Factory will let you go if you slander him like this?"

As soon as these words were spoken, Tian Tiezui's face turned pale instantly. He was naturally aware of the methods of the Western Factory.

Although he is called Iron Mouth, the torture instruments of the Western Factory are harder than iron.

The man picked up the tea on the table, drank it all, then stood up and said, "Mr. Tian, ​​I advise you to use your brain before you speak.

Uh... In addition, the money for the tea this time should be put on the account of Wangshengtang."

After saying this, he left casually.

Only Tian Tiezui was left standing in front of the screen, his face turning pale and blue.

At a tea table in the corner, a young man wearing gold-rimmed glasses slowly walked over and comforted him softly, "Mr. Tian, ​​there is no need to panic. The West Factory is not as scary as the rumors say."

Hearing this, Tian Tiezui's fear subsided a little.

However, the man's next words made him shudder. "The Western Factory will only pull out your teeth one by one. As for torture like cutting your tongue or tearing your lips, it should not happen."

Tian Tiezui was so frightened that his whole body trembled. He fell to his knees and shouted to the air: "Master Yide, I just spoke nonsense. Please forgive me!"

After saying that, he slapped himself hard several times.

The man with gold-rimmed glasses saw this scene and couldn't help but sigh softly, "I've already said that the West Factory is actually not that scary."

Then, he settled the tea bill with the waiter, then quickly turned around and chased in the direction where the young man had disappeared.

About ten minutes later, when he was about to reach the Hall of the Dead, he finally caught up with the man.

"Mr. Zhongli, please stop!" He called out to stop Zhongli who was moving forward.

Zhongli heard the call and turned around. In front of him was a strange man with extraordinary demeanor. A hint of doubt flashed in his eyes.

"Excuse me, who are you?" Zhongli asked politely.

The man smiled, "Xichang Yide."

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