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Chapter 1190: Resolve Strengthened
Chapter 1190: Resolve Strengthened
One by one, exquisite dishes were brought to the table. Considering that Chen Chuan was a fighter, the food and drink served this time were specially prepared.
All the ingredients used to entertain him were provided by the Primordial Corporation and were carefully prepared by a fighter skilled in this art.
Chen Chuan slowly savored the dishes. They looked meticulously prepared, and the quality of the ingredients was exceptional. Compared to what he had gathered in the past, only the best could match them, but even so, the taste here was superior.
This was because the dishes incorporated a variety of ingredients and special seasonings that only fighters could appreciate. These seasonings were also highly nutritious.
He estimated that just this one meal would be enough to fuel a high-intensity battle.
This level of resource integration was only possible with extensive control over the land.
Thinking about it, the Primordial Corporation alone controlled one of the Federation's five continents, Tethlan-Haemar, which had nearly one-sixth of the Federation's population. Moreover, the upper echelons of the Primordial Corporation were not Federation citizens. If he were in the Federation's upper ranks, he wouldn't sit idly by either.
However, the Gao Clan possessed formidable martial power, which kept the situation stable for now. If a conflict erupted, the destruction would be unimaginable. Before the Great Cataclysm, the Federation could hardly afford such a loss.
But what about after the Great Cataclysm? Or if the situation changes before it arrives?
The Gao Clan must have access to more information than he did.
He couldn't help but wonder if the upcoming negotiations between Da Shun and the Federation were related to the Primordial Corporation or the Gao Clan.
Gao Xinjian adhered to old-fashioned etiquette and did not speak during the meal, while Gao Yueying served them drinks.
After the meal, Gao Xinjian finally spoke. "Director Chen, are you satisfied with the hospitality?"
Chen Chuan nodded. "Thank you, Mr. Gao, for your generous hospitality."
Gao Xinjian smiled. "I should be the one to thank you for coming to this banquet."
Once the tableware was cleared and two cups of tea were placed, he said, "I have a small gift for you, Director Chen."
Gao Yueying then picked up a box from the side and placed it on a low table, opening it to reveal a black lacquer casing.
"This is a small token of my appreciation. Please rest assured, it's not particularly valuable, just a little trinket with a special function."
Chen Chuan glanced at it and said, "I'll accept it."
Gao Xinjian's smile widened.
The two then enjoyed their tea and engaged in a lively conversation, discussing the current international situation, technological innovations, the influence of fighters, and the potential impact of the upcoming Great Cataclysm.
As the leader of the Primordial Corporation, Gao Xinjian had access to information and insights that few others could match. Chen Chuan learned a great deal of insider information from him that he had previously found hard to obtain.
At one point, Gao Yueying tilted her head slightly, as if she had heard something. She looked at Gao Xinjian, who said, "Director Chen, I apologize, but I have a meeting this afternoon and can only entertain you up to this point."
Chen Chuan nodded. "I've been out for some time and should be heading back."
Gao Xinjian then said, "Director Chen, the Primordial Corporation has some influence here in the Federation. If you encounter any problems, feel free to seek me out. And..." he added solemnly, "Director Chen, be cautious of the Primordial Cult."
Chen Chuan gave him a look and nodded.
He stood up, politely declined Gao Yueying's offer to see him off, took the box from her, bid his farewell, and turned to leave down the stairs.
Gao Xinjian watched him go, his face betraying a complex mix of emotions—some relief, some worry, and some caution.
He then said, "Yueying, if I sent you to Xinwen, how do you think he would treat you?"
Gao Yueying replied succinctly, "He would destroy me."
Gao Xinjian hummed in acknowledgment, his gaze falling to the tea cup in front of him. He took a sip.
At that moment, a figure appeared, glanced at the two cups of tea still on the table, and nodded to Gao Xinjian. "Boss, I've checked the meeting venue, and everything is in order."
Gao Xinjian said, "Xiang Boqing, thank you for your hard work."
Xiang Boqing replied, "Boss, it's my duty."
Gao Xinjian put down his tea cup, slowly stood up, and looked at Xiang Boqing before turning to the front. "Let's go."
Chen Chuan returned to his car and, as it drove back, he began to reflect.
Gao Xinjian's invitation this time seemed to be merely to discuss the Primordial Corporation's business expansion in Jibei. However, considering the information from the memory potion, it was likely that Gao Xinjian was trying to confirm something.
This was just an initial meeting, and there would likely be more interactions and tests to come.
In this situation, the person trying to bridge and ease the gap between him and the Primordial Corporation indicates that they have a bias, or perhaps they hope for the best.
His gaze was profound, and with these words, he could clearly define his next goal.
It was important to understand that a world giant like the Primordial Corporation undoubtedly had even higher powers backing it, which was the foundation of its existence. To oppose the entire Primordial Corporation, his current strength was insufficient. He would need to accumulate more power and wait for the right moment.
However, opposing just a part of it was something he believed he could manage, and it wouldn’t take as long.
No matter what, today’s meeting had confirmed what he wanted to know.
He reached into his cloak and pulled out a vial of red liquid, which reflected his stern eyes. After a moment’s consideration, he put it back.
Upon returning to the Crimson Rock Manor, he entered his room and stroked Chaoming, who had come up to him. Then, he walked over to the side and took out the black lacquer casing from his suitcase.
Upon opening it, he immediately saw that it contained a relic.
However, this relic was fashioned into the shape of a black card, much like the recommendation card left by his parents.
He gazed deeply at it, realizing that the person who gave him this had a specific intention.
But this only confirmed his previous suspicions.
He picked it up and examined it, discovering that it was a Tier-2 relic, and its function...
He shook it slightly, and a figure identical to his own appeared nearby, almost indistinguishable from the real him. If it weren’t for him, it would be hard to tell them apart.
He could sense that if he spoke, the figure would repeat his words.
However, if he moved beyond his perceptual range, the deception would easily be exposed. No wonder Gao Xinjian had called it a small gadget.
But he saw more potential in it. Even a fighter of a higher tier might struggle to identify the fake, and his mental and field perception were on par with these fighters. This opened up many tactical possibilities, and he instantly thought of several strategies.
The value of the object was secondary; it depended on how it was used and by whom.
After some thought, he put the card back into his cloak.
Meanwhile, in the Federation’s administrative district, a strategy team within the government’s analysis and countermeasures department was in a meeting.
To determine Chen Chuan’s true status, the Primordial Cult had not acted directly but instead entrusted the task to this team.
While the cult had members responsible for such tasks, they lacked the Federation’s expertise. This allowed them to leverage the Federation’s resources to achieve their goal.
The team members were both excited and under immense pressure upon receiving the task.
They were targeting an extremely dangerous and powerful fighter who was also a key member of the diplomatic delegation. Any mistake could not only derail the plan but also endanger them.
However, combat prowess wasn’t everything. As long as the person was still human and active in the world, there were always vulnerabilities to exploit.
Initially, they planned to carry out the operation at the Domeblade Academy, but then they received the delegation’s itinerary and realized Chen Chuan had no intention of leaving and had declined almost all invitations.
Someone suggested exploiting his affiliation with the Purity Sect by creating a rift to lure him there and complete the mission.
This idea was quickly dismissed. While it seemed feasible, it was too complex, and the more complex a plan, the more uncertain the outcome.
After much discussion and research, they decided to act at an external diplomatic event that the target could not avoid.
The head of the team said, “Submit a request to the higher-ups. We need ‘Eros’ to help us refine the details and process.”
“Eros” was the Active Consciousness of the analysis and countermeasures department, largely funded by the Primordial Cult, which theoretically gave the cult some usage rights.
In practice, however, the Primordial Cult had been the primary user, with all maintenance costs, high-energy nutrients, and security systems funded by the Federation government, as it was still nominally a Federation asset.
The request was quickly approved, and the preliminary plan was sent to Eros. After a few minutes, a complete and detailed plan was returned to them.
The head of the team reviewed it and distributed it to the others, saying, “Eros has considered everything in great detail, filling in the gaps we overlooked. We underestimated the sensitivity of a fighter.
Alright, let’s proceed. Send this plan to the operations department.”
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(End of Chapter)
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