The transaction went smoothly.
With the hostages in hand, the Five Immortal Sects were cautious and played by Chen Jichuan's rules, obediently delivering the ransom as required.
However, Chen Jichuan was well aware—
"I achieved Divinity Transformation at the age of thirty-eight; the Five Immortal Sects won't give up so easily."
"After retrieving their people, they'll surely try something else."
Firmly convinced the Five Sects would continue scheming against him, Chen Jichuan decided he wouldn't play their game anymore: "I have exceptional skills in hiding and act discreetly. Even if I remain in Great Zhou, they won't be able to locate me."
But there was no need to stay.
"There's nothing worth staying for in Great Zhou."
