"Actually, these number one families are spokespersons appointed by the Martial Arts Sect Union. While they gain prestige, they must also work for them. This auction is hosted by the Liuhé faction, one of the Union's member sects," Liang Chaoqun hastily explained.
As Chu Nan was listening, he understood, it turned out that the number one families in the province had martial arts sects to back them. However, upon reflection, it made sense too; how could they command respect without such support?
And once they had such a backing, making money became very easy. Which other family would dare not show them due respect? Perhaps this was also why the Sun Family was so dominant in Mingchuan Province!
Even though they had to give a portion of the proceeds to their supporting sects, compared to the actual benefits and status it brought, it was a very good deal indeed.
