Chapter 158: Tang Sect? Merely Mother's Dowry
With the dust settling on the "massive arms deal" for the Silent Sleeve Arrows, the atmosphere of the subsequent banquet was naturally one of mutual enjoyment between host and guests.
Amidst the clinking of glasses, although Ning Fengzhi wore his signature elegant smile, the depths of his profound eyes remained restless. He watched Jiang Li, who sat composed in the seat of honor, as waves of shock surged through his heart.
Today's Tang Sect had already grown into a colossus that he had no choice but to look up to.
In terms of top-tier combat power, they not only had the unfathomable and mysterious powerhouse Jiang Li but also Titled Douluo like Dugu Bo and Yang Wudi standing guard. Among the younger generation, the talent of Tang San, Dugu Yan, and others was enough to look down upon their peers.
But what made Ning Fengzhi's heart race the most wasn't these established powerhouses, but those Disciples who originally had mediocre Aptitude yet underwent a complete transformation after joining the Tang Sect.
Tai Long originally only had the Vigorous Orangutan Martial Soul of the Strength Clan; while good, it wasn't top-tier. But now? He had actually evolved into the legendary King of the Forest, the Titan Giant Ape! And then there was Bai Chenxiang—clearly a Spine-tailed Swift of the Speed Clan with lackluster attack power, yet she had transformed into a Fire Phoenix possessing terrifying flames!
If it were just one case, it could perhaps be attributed to the child's Heaven-Defying luck or some Opportunity they encountered.
But now that miracles of Martial Soul evolution were appearing one after another, it could absolutely no longer be explained by the word "coincidence."
This clearly meant that Jiang Li held some Heaven-Defying method that could artificially intervene in or even guide a Martial Soul's evolution toward a higher level!
Thinking of this, Ning Fengzhi's fingers tightened slightly around his wine cup.
If only this method could be used on Rongrong...
"Excellency Jiang Li,"
Ultimately, the longing in his heart won out. Taking the Opportunity of a toast, Ning Fengzhi spoke up, seemingly casually testing the waters:
"I have observed that the Martial Souls of your Sect's young friends, Tai Long and Bai Chenxiang, seem to have undergone qualitative leaps recently. This method of turning the mundane into the miraculous has truly opened my eyes. I wonder if there is... some special technique involved?"
"If some rare treasure is needed as a catalyst, my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is willing to exert the full strength of our Sect to assist."
Ning Fengzhi's words were beautifully phrased, expressing both admiration and extending an olive branch of cooperation. The underlying meaning was clear: if you need money, we have money; if you need items, we have items. As long as you are willing to share the method, you can name your price.
However, faced with the hint from the continent's number one tycoon, Jiang Li merely swirled the wine in his cup, a mysterious smile playing at the corners of his mouth.
"Sect Master Ning, you flatter me."
Jiang Li set down his wine cup, his tone indifferent yet carrying a subtle sense of keeping others at a distance.
"What special technique could there be? It's just that these children are blessed with great fortune and happened to find some long-extinct Heaven And Earth Treasures in the Sunset Forest. That is their personal Opportunity and destiny."
"Such opportunities that seize the creation of heaven and earth can be encountered but not sought. Even I am merely going with the flow."
This was classic "Nonsense Literature," pushing everything onto ethereal luck and Opportunity. He neither completely denied it nor gave Ning Fengzhi any substantial leverage.
Upon hearing this, the light in Ning Fengzhi's eyes dimmed slightly.
As a shrewd politician, he naturally heard that this was Jiang Li's excuse. But he knew even better that some core secrets truly couldn't be bought with gold coins. Since the other party had already shut down the conversation, if he were to persist tactlessly, it might instead damage the "friendship" they had just established.
"So that's how it is... I was overthinking things."
Ning Fengzhi helplessly fell silent, tactfully dropping the subject and raising his glass to drain it in one gulp. "Come, Excellency Jiang Li, I toast you once more. May the Tang Sect's martial fortunes prosper!"
Since he couldn't get an answer now, he would continue to wait and see.
As long as the interests of both parties were tied deeply enough, there might still be an Opportunity in the future.
After several rounds of drinks and dishes.
After this banquet where everyone had their own hidden agendas concluded, Jiang Li politely declined Qian Renxue's invitation. His figure transformed into a streak of light, disappearing into the night as he headed straight back to the Tang Sect's base.
Immediately upon returning to the Sect, Jiang Li summoned Tang San and casually informed him of the "massive arms deal" that would drive an ordinary Soul Master mad.
When he heard that his Master had sold the low-cost Silent Sleeve Arrows for the astronomical price of eight hundred gold coins with just a few words, even though Tang San had lived two lives and possessed a steady Heart-Nature, he couldn't help but gasp. An indescribable sense of admiration for Jiang Li rose in his heart.
This is Master!
Not only was his martial path divine, but his business methods of turning clouds into rain were also far beyond Tang San's reach.
What does it mean to turn stone into gold? This is turning stone into gold!
Seeing Tang San's shocked expression, Jiang Li leaned back comfortably in his chair and taught him with earnest words.
"Little San, once this money is accounted for, remember to handle the distribution of benefits among the Sect's Disciples well. If you want the horse to run, you have to let it eat grass. For the Tang Sect to grow strong, the people's hearts must not waver. Do you understand?"
At this point, Jiang Li changed the subject.
"Additionally, keep the Zhuge Divine Crossbows in the warehouse for now; don't be in a hurry to reveal them."
"When the time is right, we can make another fortune."
Hearing these words, which were full of the wisdom of a "Black-hearted Capitalist" yet genuinely considered the Tang Sect's welfare, the look of filial devotion in Tang San's eyes almost overflowed.
In his heart, Jiang Li was not only his guide on the path of a Soul Master but also a father-like figure he trusted most in this World.
Every decision Master made was paving the way for his and the Tang Sect's future!
"Rest assured, Master!"
Tang San suddenly puffed out his chest and thumped it hard. A determined light flickered in his clear eyes.
"I have already drafted the distribution system for the Disciples; I won't let you down. As for the Zhuge Divine Crossbows... Hehe, I understand. Good things must naturally be saved for the critical moment to sell for the value they deserve!"
"Everything is on me!"
With that, Tang San hurried to turn around and leave to arrange the next steps.
Now that the Tang Sect was flourishing, he naturally had to show his responsibility as the Sect Master.
Moreover, Master was truly too outstanding. Whether it was his unfathomable strength or his methods of turning his hand to cover the clouds, they were enough to make countless excellent women in the World flock to him.
Setting everything else aside, that so-called sworn sister of the Crown Prince clearly had 'ulterior motives' at a glance.
'There are truly too many competitors..."
As Tang San walked, he secretly clenched his fists in his heart.
"For Mother's happiness, I must make the Tang Sect flourish!"
"That way, when the entire Tang Sect is given as Mother's dowry in the future, Mother will have more confidence to stand by Master's side!"
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