Almighty Genius

Chapter 2410 - 1904: Heavy Bet!

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Looking at this odds chart, it's pretty clear about the strength rankings of these experts... Although it's not guaranteed to be that precise, the general situation should be like this!

As for some other betting methods, the odds will be different as well, such as betting on the top three odds, entry odds, and so on... Just seeing the young bald monk's excited look, you can tell there are quite a few people placing bets.

Qin Fang wasn't really concerned, he just glanced at his own odds, 20 to 1 for winning the championship.

"Quite a nice odd..."

Seeing this, Qin Fang couldn't help but praise it a bit, his eyes rolling around as he plotted whether he should make a big earning.

Actually, this was because Qin Fang had just dealt with Jiali Cuo from the Esoteric Sect; otherwise, as an unknown newcomer, who knows how low his odds would be...

Of course, Wutian Monk isn't a fool; he also limits the lowest odds to not exceed 100 to 1... The reason a 1000 to 1 situation appeared was mainly because Jiali Cuo was almost crippled and had no hope of winning the championship, so no matter what odds they set, it didn't matter.

However, for the other contestants, there's no guarantee they won't become dark horses; you never know who might come out on top and remain undefeated... At least in the last round, Li Wuhua had no news beforehand but suddenly climbed all the way up.

Fortunately, at that time, Wutian Monk wasn't qualified to participate in the Five Sect Grand Competition, and even the betting was hosted by others... As a result, many people from Tianwai Tower made a fortune, and the poor kid who opened the betting almost lost his shirt!

Of course, behind these bookmakers is the sect they belong to; without this backing, how could they have such credibility?

Just like this time with Wutian Monk, he's actually supported by Shaolin...

"So, how are you planning to bet?"

Seeing Jian Qingfeng studying the betting board carefully, Qin Fang also asked with a smile.

"Bet on you being in the top three... that's a must!"

Jian Qingfeng said with a crafty grin, "It's a pity, if you hadn't acted against Jiali Cuo, the odds would definitely be much better. Now it's only 10 to 1... too low! But still, it's enough to make a small profit."

Not only Jian Qingfeng, but several other Kunlun disciples also bet on Qin Fang winning...

However, they didn't know Qin Fang's exact capabilities, just betting on him to make it through to the rounds like top twenty, top ten, and so on... If it's higher, they become very cautious, and even if someone bets, the stakes aren't very big.

It's just like betting on other people, all aiming for a high odd, and if there's an upset, they'd hit the jackpot!

"How much did you bet..."

Seeing Jian Qingfeng already got the betting slip from Wutian Monk, Qin Fang casually asked.

"Three hundred spirit stones... my entire fortune! If you lose, I'll have no choice but to draw my sword and end it all!"

Jian Qingfeng said pitifully.

But there wasn't a trace of concern on his face; on the contrary, he was full of pride, probably knowing he was about to make a fortune this time... At ten times the odds, three hundred turns into three thousand!

The spirit stones here are actually small, grain-sized stones containing spiritual energy.

But these are the real hard currency in the Martial World, basically used worldwide... They're treasures that even money can't always buy!

Due to the thin Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi today, the only way to quickly cultivate is in those areas rich in spiritual energy, and also require these spirit stones as an aid... naturally, they are pursued by many experts.

And these spirit stones are quite rare outside, they are found accompanying Spiritual Springs or Cave Paradises... They are like Spirit Crystals that aren't fully formed yet, which would condense into Spirit Crystals after a few hundred years if allowed to continue.

When Qin Fang realized this, he genuinely regretted it to death...

In the underground palace's Spiritual Spring, Qin Fang nearly cleaned out the Spirit Crystals at the bottom of the pool, but for some reason, didn't touch a single spirit stone... only to find out now that these things were quite valuable too.

Of course, spirit stones are nice, but compared to Spirit Crystals, they fall far short...

Basically, a complete Spirit Crystal is only about ten or twenty times the size of a spirit stone, but in terms of actual exchange, one Spirit Crystal is equivalent to a thousand spirit stones... and even then, almost no one is willing to exchange Spirit Crystals for spirit stones.

Spirit stones aren't cabbages either; only elite disciples of the Five Great Sects have a certain allotment.

Take the Kunlun Sect, for example. Jian Qingfeng, as an elite disciple, can receive five spirit stones a month, and his strength at the Great Grandmaster Level can double that... essentially enabling him to get ten spirit stones.

Calculating like this, it's only 120 spirit stones a year... But within this year, just for cultivation, more than a hundred spirit stones are absolutely not enough, even for the more frugal disciples, they might end up with only two or three dozen left in the end.

So to save up to three hundred spirit stones, it might really be all of Jian Qingfeng's savings... He also has achieved meritorious deeds for the sect, giving him certain spirit stone rewards, naturally slightly more than the average disciple.

For an elite disciple like Jian Qingfeng, who can casually put out three hundred spirit stones, he is already considered a wealthy rank in the Kunlun Sect... Other disciples only bet tens or hundreds at most, rarely reaching over three hundred.

Of course, the other sects aren't much better, they're pretty much the same!

As for precious spirit crystals, only the sect leader or supreme-level powerhouses like the Supreme Elders can acquire them, such as Qing Xu Lao Dao from the Kunlun Sect. Even Elder Qingyuan doesn't qualify to obtain them; his share is usually spirit stones, just in much larger quantities than those of the disciples.

"Then I will place a bet as well..."

Seeing Jian Qingfeng's smug expression, Qin Fang shook his head lightly and then squeezed into the crowd to place his own bet... It seemed Jian Qingfeng thought of something and followed Qin Fang into the crowd.

There were quite a few people gathered here, but most of the disciples participating in the Five-Section Competition were busy pondering over the gambling odds... Even if they couldn't achieve satisfying results in the Five-Section Competition, they wouldn't have come in vain if they won at the gambling table!

However, given Qin Fang's strength, breaking through this crowd wasn't a problem for him. Soon he reached the table set by Wutian Monk.

"This fellow disciple looks unfamiliar..."

Wutian Monk was busy and suddenly seemed to notice something, shifting his gaze to Qin Fang. He wore a faint smile as he laughed and teased.

"Qin Fang of Kunlun..."

Qin Fang introduced himself straightforwardly.

"Ah, it's Junior Martial Brother Qin, I have long heard of you... How about it, are you interested?"

Wutian Monk immediately displayed an understanding expression, carefully sized up Qin Fang, and then pointed at the gambling table with a sly smile.

Previously, Qin Fang was a complete unknown, but now it was entirely different, with him gaining a bit of fame. At least, being able to defeat Jiali Cuo made him quite a formidable martial artist.

Even Wutian Monk couldn't help but cast a few more glances at Qin Fang, feeling a slight sense of threat!

"I'm betting on myself to win the championship..."

Qin Fang was quite straightforward, placing his bet with a smile, "As for the stake... this will do!"

While speaking, Qin Fang directly placed a spirit crystal on the table.

"Hiss~~~"

Seeing this, not only did Wutian Monk's face change dramatically, but the surrounding disciples from various sects all gasped in astonishment... That was a spirit crystal! Not some corner scrap like a spirit stone...

Many people's faces turned green, wishing they could snatch that spirit crystal right away...

Wutian Monk's face looked a bit troubled as he stared at the spirit crystal on the table, then at Qin Fang standing in front of him, and he seemed a bit hesitant...

"Junior Martial Brother Qin, your stake is indeed hefty... Please give me some time!"

However, Wutian Monk, truly a "Monk with a Passion for Gambling," showed his eyes were filled with madness, but finally, he said this and sent someone to find the elders of his sect.

Qin Fang's stake was too large. He wanted to bet but feared not having enough capital to cover a loss... This was when he needed the sect's full support!

"Please go ahead..."

Qin Fang said calmly.

The gambling table here was simple — you compensate for what is wagered... Betting with spirit stones naturally means compensation in spirit stones; but betting with spirit crystals requires compensation in spirit crystals!

Qin Fang's odds for winning were one to twenty, and if he really won all the way to first place, it would require a payout of twenty spirit crystals... This was a huge sum, enough to make even a Supreme Realm powerhouse envious!

Forget Wutian Monk, even for Shaolin, this was a staggeringly hefty bet...

"Hiss~~~ You brat, a real moneybags..."

At this time, Jian Qingfeng also reacted. Seeing Qin Fang actually bet a spirit crystal, his breathing became rapid, his eyes turned green, and he couldn't help but mutter enviously.

Spirit crystals were top-notch treasures. Jian Qingfeng, despite serving many years in the Kunlun Sect and earning many merits, at his wealthiest, only ever held over a thousand spirit stones... Theoretically, he could exchange them for a spirit crystal, but he had never actually seen one.

But now, Qin Fang casually placed a spirit crystal as a bet. Naturally, Jian Qingfeng was full of envy and jealousy...

But he didn't overthink it.

In his view, with Qin Fang's talent and strength, his master Qing Xu Lao Dao would definitely not stint; the spirit crystal, though precious, was certainly worth giving to Qin Fang for cultivation... Thus, he didn't question the origin of Qin Fang's spirit crystal at all! (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read at m.qidian.com.)