For the addition of strong individuals, Leo did not accept everyone indiscriminately. Adhering to the principle of quality over quantity, he set the number of stewards in Lord’s Manor at one hundred.
Any new Cultivator joining had to defeat the hundredth-ranked Cultivator. The higher the rank, the better the treatment they received.
This healthy competition was extremely beneficial for Lord’s Manor.
As for those Cultivators who were eliminated, they either had to leave Lord’s Manor or serve as guards.
Over a month later, in the main hall of Lord’s Manor.
Leo, Alondra, Violet, Holden, and others were present.
“Master, our total sales last month were 36, 500, 000 Low-Quality Spirit Stones!” Alondra reported to Leo with joy in her eyes.
Leo was very satisfied with this sales performance.
In the Awakened Continent, for a spiritual cultivation sect, the most important resource was cultivation resources, and Spirit Stones were one of the most crucial.
Spirit Stones could be used not only for cultivation but also to purchase any other desired resources.
With a large number of Spirit Stones, a sect could be built up even by sheer accumulation.
“Master, we have developed so rapidly this month that some major forces in the Martial Dynasty have taken notice. Families like the Garner family in Phoenix Cry City, the Booth family in Heaven Wind City, and the Norris family in Maple City.”
“These leading families in major towns have already infiltrated Clearwind Town. Additionally, even major forces from the capital have started to focus on Clearwind Town.”
Alondra’s tone carried an unusual seriousness.
Alondra’s words made a cold light flash in Leo’s eyes.
It seemed that the rapid development of Starfall Shop had already impacted the businesses of those families.
Moreover, the addition of five Spirit Saint-level experts to Lord’s Manor within a month had also drawn attention from certain forces.
After all, the rapid rise of an emerging power inevitably caused unease among other forces.
The pie was limited, and those enjoying it naturally did not want another person to share it with them.
“It seems it’s time to recruit franchisees!” A gleam flashed in Leo’s eyes. “Have you investigated the business conditions of the major families in the Martial Dynasty?”
“Yes, we have investigated thoroughly, and we have already identified a list of potential franchisees,” Alondra replied.
In recent days, centered around Clearwind Town, they had conducted detailed investigations into the seven major towns of the Martial Dynasty and various forces.
For example, in Phoenix Cry City, the Garner family and Harding family were investigated. The Garner family monopolized pills and talismans and would naturally be unwilling to become franchisees of Starfall Shop.
However, the Harding family, second only to the Garner family and hostile to them, did not dominate these markets and was thus the best candidate for a franchisee.
With proper utilization, Starfall Shop could quickly establish a large group of allied franchisees.
In the face of huge profits, many would no longer consider their longstanding concerns.
“Very good. In the next few days, I might personally visit some families. Once these families become franchisees and start making profits, other families will also be unable to resist.”
“Remember one thing: we must always hold the initiative. Anyone who disobeys will have their franchise revoked.”
“Yes, Master. Letting those family forces restrain each other is the best strategy. Our products and profits are our best weapons.”
“Additionally, Master, besides franchisees, major sects can also be our significant clients. It’s time to extend an olive branch to them.”
Alondra outlined the next step of their plan.
A light flashed in Leo’s eyes.
Alondra continued, “Generally, large sects have their own Spirit Herb gardens and Alchemy Halls. However, the number of pills they produce daily is limited and varies in quality.”
“In large sects, disciples at the Spirit Master and Spirit General levels require a significant number of pills, which invisibly limits a sect’s development.”
“We can collaborate with them by providing pills while they supply us with spirit grass and Spirit Herbs. This mutually beneficial arrangement should not be refused.”
“For example, Falling Blossom Palace.”
“Falling Blossom Palace?” Leo’s eyes gleamed at the mention of Falling Blossom Palace.
“What’s wrong, Master?” Alondra asked in confusion.
“Nothing, go on,” Leo smiled lightly and shook his head.
“Falling Blossom Palace is located near Sunset Peak, where spiritual energy is abundant and the land is fertile.”
“Falling Blossom Palace cultivates many Spirit Herbs but has few alchemists. The sect mainly sells its Spirit Herbs externally and can be a good partner.”
Over the past month, Alondra had thoroughly understood Falling Blossom Palace’s situation.
“Miss Leach, you intend to cultivate these large sects into our Spirit Herb suppliers?” Elder Noah stroked his beard and asked.
“Yes, this way we can bind those sects to our commercial ship.”
“Finally, besides those large sects, we can also collaborate with families primarily engaged in cultivating Spirit Herbs and make them our Spirit Herb suppliers.”
Hearing Alondra’s words, everyone was shaken.
Once this operation was fully implemented, many large sects and families in the Martial Dynasty would become part of Lord’s Manor’s interest community.
With such vast resources, Seven Stars Sect’s prosperity was just around the corner!
“Good. There’s no time to lose. Tomorrow we will announce our franchise recruitment. The stronger we become, the less likely those forces will dare to act rashly!” Leo decided.
Although Leo currently presided over Clearwind Town, his cultivation level was only mid-stage Spirit Saint.
Some major forces had upper-stage Spirit Saints or even super-powerful Spirit God-level experts.
Even without mentioning Spirit God-level experts, an upper-stage Spirit Saint would be enough to give Leo a hard time.
Therefore, it was necessary to race against time and accelerate development.
By the time those forces reacted, Starfall Shop would have become a force that no one could easily shake.
Leo’s ultimate goal was not just a Martial Dynasty; he aimed to establish a powerful Seven Stars Sect that could stand among the strong in Awakened Continent!
“Yes, Master.” Alondra nodded. “By the way, there’s one more thing: the expansion of Clearwind Town should also be put on the agenda.”
Over the past month, Clearwind Town had grown from a few thousand Cultivators to over ten thousand due to merchants from various places and rogue cultivators coming upon hearing the news.
Although Clearwind Town could still barely accommodate them for now, with its rapid development, expansion was necessary.
Leo nodded approvingly at Alondra.
Planning ahead was crucial for success; starting some projects early was beneficial.
“Elder Archie, I entrust you with this task. Plan Clearwind Town’s expansion,” Leo instructed Elder Archie.
“Yes, Master,” Elder Archie responded respectfully.