Pan Liang Chi, Ruyi Jin Gu Bang, and Liu Gen Qing Jing Zhu's boastful chatter immediately put Xu Fang on edge. He worried these exaggerated tales might alert the other magical artifacts.
While dealing with Kong Xuan and his brother, Xu Fang kept a close eye on the chat group, vigilant for any unexpected reactions.
Following the three artifacts' explosive declaration, the group's other treasures quickly came online.
[Huang Zhong Li]: "As expected of the grassroots boy I chose. I thought his limit was communicating with magical artifacts, but he has once again surpassed my expectations. Haha, truly my good little brother!"
"Alright, Sister, stop boasting. Your little brother is quite troubled right now!"
[Tai Ji Tu]: "To be able to sense magical artifacts? That sounds too bizarre, like a fairy tale?"
[Pangu Fan]: "Indeed, I don't believe it when I hear it. It's simply too far-fetched."
[Wu Dao Tea Tree]: "While this matter may be unbelievable, think about it. When that 'Little Li Zi' displayed his divine ability to communicate with magical artifacts without any hindrance, didn't you all doubt it too? So, though it sounds a bit strange, considering 'Little Li Zi's' background, this divine ability is perfectly natural, wouldn't you say?"
[Zao Hua Yu Die]: "Precisely, I share the same thought. I must admit, this 'Little Li Zi,' despite his grassroots origin and seemingly ordinary appearance, is truly blessed by heaven. I am truly impressed!"
[Hun Dun Zhong]: "If that's the case, then it's not surprising."
[Shi Shen Qiang]: "I must say, this 'Little Li Zi' is truly remarkable. I've decided to list him as my second-choice potential master. If the group leader still doesn't fancy me, I wouldn't mind being claimed by him!"
[Qing Ping Jian]: "Can't you have a bit more ambition? But, if I had such a powerful master, with a group of artifact underlings already, I'd be dominating the Great Desolation by now, wouldn't I?"
Xu Fang's heart settled upon reading this.
"As expected of the wise elders in the group. Wu Dao Tea Tree's words were logical and well-supported, instantly quelling the doubts."
And with Zao Hua Yu Die's definitive statement, his divine ability to sense treasures was regarded as a natural occurrence by everyone.
"This is excellent!"
Xu Fang rejoiced inwardly. This way, the magical artifacts would likely not suspect him or connect it to his constant string of good fortunes.
After all, Pan Liang Chi was a notorious blabbermouth, always eager to show off any development in the group.
However, Xu Fang's relief was short-lived. A message soon appeared that made his face darken completely.
[Qi Bao Miao Shu]: "If you all say that, I suddenly have a bold idea. With such a divine ability, it shouldn't be wasted. This is practically a treasure detector!"
Seeing the discerning gaze of Qi Bao Miao Shu, Xu Fang instantly regretted his actions.
"I should have directly let Pan Liang Chi kill this guy back then. How did he become so steeped in the Western ways after associating with Zhun Ti for so long!"
Xu Fang cursed inwardly. He had finally managed to quell everyone's doubts, only for this Qi Bao Miao Shu to say something so ill-timed, directly drawing fire onto himself.
As expected, after Qi Bao Miao Shu's words, the other magical artifacts' minds began to race.
[Qing Ping Jian]: "Enough, enough. What could those two from the West do even if they controlled 'Little Li Zi'? It's better he belongs to us Three Pure Ones. Then, with the Three Pure Ones dominating the Great Desolation through magical artifacts, it would be just around the corner!"
[Hun Dun Zhong]: "Come on, you're just as bad. Can those three from the Three Pure Ones really dominate the Great Desolation? When you're out and about, the most important thing is strength and influence. This 'Little Li Zi' is ours, the Demon Race!"
[Shi Shen Qiang]: "Let's make a deal. Can you let 'Little Li Zi' come and retrieve me first?"
[Hun Dun Zhong]: "That's not impossible, but I'll be the big brother!"
Xu Fang watched these messages, cursing incessantly and dragging Qi Bao Miao Shu and all his nonexistent ancestors through the mud.
This guy's bold idea had inspired all the magical artifacts, opening up their minds.
Now, they were all planning how to acquire him, turning him into the so-called "human-shaped mobile artifact detector"!
Xu Fang was, of course, consumed by anxiety. If the mighty beings and ancestors of heaven and earth were to discover his divine ability, how could they possibly let him go?
However, Xu Fang was powerless to stop it and began to ponder.
"Should I use my status as group leader to warn these magical artifacts?"
Given their wild imaginations, these artifacts held immense reverence for the group leader. If he spoke as the leader, he could certainly suppress this matter.
But if he did that, it would also trigger a series of issues. How would he face these artifacts, how would he help himself, and how would he distance the group leader from Xu Fang?
Just as Xu Fang was racking his brain, Pan Liang Chi couldn't hold back any longer.
[Pan Liang Chi]: "Hey, hey, hey! That's enough! 'Little Li Zi' is under my protection, after all. Have you even asked for my opinion before openly trying to kidnap him?"
[Qi Bao Miao Shu]: "My apologies, Brother Chi!"
[Pan Liang Chi]: "You know it's your fault. What a way to start things! I was even thinking of mentoring you, hmph!"
[Qi Bao Miao Shu]: "Sorry! Brother Chi, you know me. To become stronger, I'd even betray my master. What's between us brothers? Your master is my master. Betrayal is not out of the question."
[Pan Liang Chi]: "I'll kill you, believe it or not?"
[Hun Dun Zhong]: "Alright, a supreme killing artifact, always tricking and ambushing, and you dare to speak? I'm taking 'Little Li Zi,' who agrees, who opposes?"
[Shi Shen Qiang]: "That's right, that's right. My big brother is taking 'Little Li Zi,' who agrees, who opposes?"
[Qing Ping Jian]: "Damn it! They've already teamed up? Tai Ji Tu, Pangu Fan, why aren't you saying anything?"
[Tai Ji Tu]: "My master is Hong Jun. Do I need to compete for this?"
[Pangu Fan]: "Same here, I can't be bothered to compete!"
[Hun Dun Zhong]: "Haha! They, like me, were transformed from the Sky-Opening Axe. Not competing means they agree with me! It's settled then, 'Little Li Zi' and all his magical artifacts will be under the Demon Race!"
[Qi Bao Miao Shu]: "This way I have no chance. Alas, I should have kept my mouth shut!"
[Pan Liang Chi]: "You demons are too overbearing! You completely disregard whether others can accept it or not. It's truly detestable!"
[Ruyi Jin Gu Bang]: "Indeed. Although I am merely a mere acquired spiritual treasure, I am also not convinced. At worst, I will shatter!"
[Liu Gen Qing Jing Zhu]: "Although this master and that master are both masters, seeming to make no difference. However, I am accustomed to this life. So, if you want to harm my master, you'll have to step over my corpse!"
Xu Fang looked at the chat group, which had instantly devolved into a battle for his possession, and felt an overwhelming headache.
"What is all this? Can't you show me some respect? How can my fate and affiliation be decided just like that?"