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Chapter 262: Under the Medicine Tree, Dreaming of a Cool Breeze! Will You Pay Up or Fight? (Part 2)
Chapter 262: Under the Medicine Tree, Dreaming of a Cool Breeze! Will You Pay Up or Fight? (Part 2)
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"If one tree has so many, how many are there in this entire forest? How will they ever use them all?!!!"
"!!!"
They were all stunned.
Completely stunned. They had initially thought these were just rare and beautiful spiritual trees used for landscaping.
But now you're telling us that these are all pills, and not just any pills, but high-grade ones?!
They were still in shock, and hadn't fully understood the situation yet.
Action: As they continued on, they discovered yet another 'forest' ahead.
The 'small forest' was similar in height, but the plants were drastically different. The leaves were 'purple', like bamboo leaves, and seemed somewhat exotic.
Deep within the foliage, there were fruits hidden among the leaves, emitting a fragrant aroma.
"Purple..."
"Purple Bamboo Fruit?!"
"This is a spirit medicine?!"
"Holy shit!"
All the big shots were caught off guard.
And then they realized this was just the beginning!!!
"Returning Origin Grass, Purple Bamboo Fruit, Seven Stars Wood, Phoenix Blood Flower, Nine Splendors Jade Green..." Holy shit, Blood Jade Fungus?!
They continued on their journey.
It was another 'maze passage', but with a completely different 'scene'!
One after another, they encountered spirit medicines with extremely unusual appearances and effects far surpassing their 'peers'!
And towards the end, they even passed by a special 'forest'.
Countless Blood Jade Fungi grew like 'precious umbrella canopies', standing tall and wide, seemingly endless...
"Not so."
Rao Zhi Rou was completely stunned. She grabbed Sword Son's hand and scolded him, "How many more secrets are you hiding from me? How did Moon Embrace Sect achieve all this?!"
"This..."
Sword Son scratched his head.
The shocked crowd pricked up their ears, 'eavesdropping'.
"To be honest, I'm not entirely sure either. I only know that this is near Master's pill refining pavilion, and the spirit fields have been cultivated with various spirit medicines for a long time."
"A few years ago, the spirit medicines in these fields weren't that extraordinary. They were just average, I'd say."
"It's only in the last few days that they've suddenly 'soared', becoming exceptionally impressive."
"I haven't been here in a while, and they've transformed into what you see now."
"To be honest, I'm also baffled."
Sword Son expressed his helplessness.
I don't know either, and I dare not ask!
"Brother!"
Elder Chen's eyes lit up with excitement!
He observed carefully, noticing that many of these spirit medicines were top-notch choices for feeding spirit beasts.
However, under normal circumstances, due to production limitations, there wouldn't be enough for human consumption, let alone for feeding spirit beasts.
But now, Moon Embrace Sect's spirit medicines...
There was more than enough for human consumption!!!
If they could 'import' from Moon Embrace Sect, or even further, if they could understand how Moon Embrace Sect cultivated these spirit medicines to such an extent, and then replicate it in Beast Control Sect...
Wouldn't Beast Control Sect's strength skyrocket?
Promoting to the super first rank would be as easy as snapping one's fingers!!!
Therefore, he even set aside his dignity and called out to Plum Apricot, "Brother, please forgive my rudeness. I must ask, how did Moon Embrace Sect achieve this with their spirit medicines?"
"This is our sect's secret."
Plum Apricot shook his head, "I don't know either."
"Oh, are you all getting impatient?"
"The venue is just ahead. Please follow me."
"..."
They were so anxious that they felt like they were being played with.
No, let's keep chatting!
However, no matter how they screamed in their hearts, Plum Apricot couldn't hear them, and even if he could, he wouldn't pay them any mind.
After all, the orders he received were clear.
A moment later...
The crowd arrived at the venue, their faces a mix of shock and numbness.
"We have a distinguished guest, and you've all come from afar. Please forgive us for not greeting you earlier."
Lin Fan immediately approached them with a cheerful smile.
The four sect masters: "..."
They remained silent, their gazes towards Lin Fan filled with resentment.
In their hearts, they were certain that Lin Fan was deliberately 'baiting' them, making them lose their composure.
But...
They couldn't bring themselves to hate him.
Instead, they willingly took the bait!
At this moment, they even felt that the business in the Ethereal Realm wasn't the most important matter.
Understanding how Moon Embrace Sect cultivated and bred these spirit medicines and spirit beasts was the top priority!
But...
Would Lin Fan reveal the truth?
As they greeted Lin Fan with smiles, they communicated with 'their people' through sound transmission.
"I believe Lin Fan will tell us."
"Even if he doesn't, he's seeking cooperation."
"Yes, otherwise, he wouldn't have exposed this to us, and on top of that, he did it proactively."
"Since he exposed this to us, he must be planning to 'scheme' for benefits. In that case, we don't need to rush. Let's first handle the cooperation for the Ethereal Realm business, and then..."
"..."
They were too shocked earlier, causing their brains to briefly shrink and their thoughts to slow down.
But at this moment, they gradually regained their senses.
If they truly wanted to know.
They shouldn't appear overly eager and unreasonable.
Soon, they all took their seats.
Lin Fan observed their reactions, secretly laughing to himself. Then, he said aloud, "Now that everyone has arrived, let's discuss the important matters."
"We can't keep Elder Six waiting any longer."
He smiled at Elder Six.
Elder Six, having just received a favor, naturally wouldn't reach out to 'the smiling man'. Instead, he returned the smile.
The people from the four sects smiled and said, "Of course!"
"The important matters come first."
"We wouldn't dare waste Elder Six's time."
They all echoed in agreement.
But Elder Six suddenly realized that he... shouldn't have come!
Even if he did, he shouldn't have shown up.
Otherwise, it would be like this moment. He was clearly here to keep an eye on things, but by sitting here, it would give the impression that he was here to support Lin Fan and Moon Embrace Sect.
On the surface, there was no difference.
But in reality...
This difference was huge!
"!!!"
Elder Six frowned slightly.
He suddenly realized that his brain might not be enough.
Otherwise, why would he be so easily outmaneuvered by Lin Fan time and again?
Or, is this kid so cunning that my intelligence is completely inadequate in front of him?
"..."
What a headache!
Old Six felt particularly frustrated, but he couldn't say it outright at this moment. Doing so would make him appear petty and unworthy of the White-Black Academy, so he had to endure it.
"At least, there are two Eight Treasures chickens, so it’s not a total loss..."
He could only console this to comfort himself.
...
"The reason I invited all of you here today, I believe you all know it."
Lin Fan smiled, "I won't elaborate further."
"To spread the Ethereal Realm throughout the Southwestern Domain, we need to set up corresponding special formations at various locations, at certain intervals."
"Meanwhile, we need to refine a large number of 'tokens.' Only cultivators with these tokens can enter the Ethereal Realm."
"However, our Moon Embrace Sect is weak and short of hands. Therefore, we wish to cooperate with all of you for mutual benefit. What do you all think?"
"I naturally have no objections."
Qian Yinyang was the first to speak.
"My sect has some interest," RAO Zhirou said, giving face.
Though...
Actually, she still preferred practicing with her sword.
"Our Five Elements Gate is also willing," the Five Elements Gate Master Zhou Kai said with a smile, "After all, it's an honor for our sect to work for the White-Black Academy."
After speaking, he gave Old Six a slight smile.
What a lickspittle!
Qu Sifei rolled his eyes and then said, "Our Beast Control Sect has both people and beasts in abundance. I believe the Beast Control Sect is the best choice for cooperation."
"Lord Lin, what do you think?"
"Of course, all of you and the forces behind you are excellent," Lin Fan smiled, "I have high hopes for all of you; otherwise, why would I only invite you?"
"However, there's no need for such tension."
"Our Moon Embrace Sect plans to choose three partners to handle this matter."
"Therefore, the chances are quite high!"
"Oh?"
Three partners?
The representatives of the four sects frowned slightly but quickly relaxed.
Although it's not as satisfying as taking it all, it does mean a higher chance for our sects to benefit while reducing the risk.
Not bad at all.
Otherwise, if only one sect were chosen... it would be a one-in-four chance, and we might not be selected.
As for choosing three out of four...
It’s not that difficult to strive for.
"Do you have any ideas about the specifics?" Zhou Kai asked.
"My idea is rather simple. I call this cooperation method... an assembly line," Lin Fan continued to smile.
"What is an assembly line?" everyone asked.
"An assembly line means each sect takes on a specific role, so no one has to worry about too many things and can focus on their task!"
"For example, if we break down the entire process, we can divide it into the following three roles."
"First, Array Formation."
"Second, Refining Tokens."
"Third, Handling Security."
"So, I wish to choose three partners to handle these three tasks. This way, everyone only needs to focus on one task and won't be distracted."
"Efficiency will be maximized!"
This concept was quite 'novel.'
But it wasn’t entirely unacceptable. The four sect masters exchanged glances and nodded slightly.
Qian YinYang raised his hand subtly, "Hold on."
"If we do all three tasks, what does the Moon Embrace Sect do?"
Rao Zhirou and the other two also reacted.
Right!
If we do all three tasks, what does the Moon Embrace Sect do?
Handle the distribution of benefits?
Lin Fan said calmly, "The Moon Embrace Sect will naturally be responsible for coordinating the overall operation, which is the most work and the most troublesome!"
"..."
"How to coordinate?"
"That's a long story. For example, to ensure the stability of the formations, should the materials for the formations be uniformly purchased and inspected? Where do we buy such a large amount of materials, and how do we ensure quality?"
"For example, setting up formations requires land. If it’s in other sects... someone needs to negotiate and discuss!"
"Furthermore, controlling the quality of token refining and sales issues..."
"These may seem like small details, but without a central coordinating force, problems will inevitably arise."
"As the force chosen by the White-Black Academy, the Moon Embrace Sect should naturally take on this role. Everyone..."
"Has no objections?"
Everyone: "..."
They looked at Old Six.
But found Old Six looking down at his nose and then at his heart, so they could only nod and agree.
The White-Black Academy!
Chosen by a Holy Land.
Who dares to object?
"Then..."
"About the benefits?" Zhou Kai cared about this.
Their Five Elements Gate... was the poorest"Most impoverished among the present sects.
"I am very fair. The benefits will be split 50-50!"
Lin Fan smiled, "50 for the Moon Embrace Sect, and 50 for you."
"Fair!"
Zhou Kai smiled. He hadn’t expected the negotiation to go so smoothly.
This was like a pie falling from the sky!
He even wanted to laugh out loud.
"Then, how do we compete?"
"Although there are three spots, there are four sects present, so one must be excluded."
"This..."
"Is up to you all."
Lin Fan took a sip of spirit tea and said calmly, "Show some sincerity to prove yourselves, or... speak with your strength?"
"It’s up to you to decide."
Zhou Kai's smile froze instantly.
"Damn it, I knew this kid didn't have good intentions!"
"I actually thought this kid was easy to deal with earlier?"
The other three sect masters were also somewhat frustrated.
Except for RAO Zhirou.
She was a woman, so it didn’t affect her.
Because they had completely understood Lin Fan’s meaning.
Show some sincerity to prove yourselves...
What is sincerity?
It's all about offering benefits!
What's the difference between this and attending an auction?
If it's about strength, isn't that just fighting?
In other words, you want to see us four sects fight, right? Are you here to watch a monkey show?
This is simply...
How unreasonable!
But upon further thought, it doesn't seem to be a problem.
Since it's a selection of four to choose three, someone has to be eliminated, and who will decide this?
Obviously, no one wants to give up.
Although the Spirit Sword Sect usually doesn't like doing business, it's a large sect, and business matters are inevitable. Disliking it is one thing, but doing or not doing it is another matter.
This business opportunity is clearly good, how can we not take it? Zhou Kai looked around at the crowd and forced a smile, "Lord Lin's words make sense."
"However, if any sect feels it's inappropriate, they can voluntarily withdraw."
"If that's the case, we don't need to..."
"Lord!"
Before he could finish...
Murong Pipa burst in, his face filled with anger, "The Bright Moon Sect's Lord has arrived, saying that they were invited by the White-Black Academy to discuss important matters..."
"The Bright Moon Sect?"
Lin Fan stood up, his face turning pale, "How unreasonable!"
"I think they don't respect our sect at all."
"Wait until I..."
"Hold on!"
As Lin Fan was about to lose his temper, Elder Six's eyes lit up.
Brilliant!
This kid has played me several times, and now, the opportunity has come~!
I'll show him, "Elder Six, what are your instructions?" Lin Fan asked with a dark face.
"Ahem."
Elder Six calmly said, "As the saying goes, guests should be welcomed, Lord Lin, there's no need to reject them so harshly!"
"Your two sects do have some old grudges, but this matter concerns the White-Black Academy. Even if the Bright Moon Sect is unruly, they wouldn't dare to cause trouble here."
"After all, I'm still here, what are you afraid of from Lord Ji?"
"Moreover, our White-Black Academy takes this matter very seriously, and we require a quick and satisfactory resolution!"
"The Bright Moon Sect has considerable strength and is also on our shortlist."
"In my opinion, we should let the Bright Moon Sect participate."
"Let them compete fairly with the Five Elements Gate and the other three sects."
His tone was calm, but his words were clear.
In fact, it could be considered a threat.
Lin Fan's expression turned even uglier, carrying a hint of sorrow and pain, "Since... since Elder Six has spoken, I, as a junior, will naturally follow your instructions."
"Go and invite them!"
"But if they dare to act inappropriately... the entire sect will be exterminated without mercy!"
Everyone could see the displeasure on Lin Fan's face.
Even Qu SiFei and Rao ZhiRou felt sympathy for Lin Fan in their hearts.
How tragic!
Having to cooperate with enemies and share profits with them...
And they couldn't refuse due to the pressure from the Holy Land.
It's simply...
Too tragic!
Sympathy!
At the same time, they secretly thought that Lord Ji was shameless and cunning.
"That old thief is really shameless!"
"He even took the initiative to come and cooperate with the Moon Embracing Sect..."
"Did we invite him?"
"In my opinion, they are deliberately trying to provoke us, they are not decent at all!"
They cursed silently in their minds, even swearing.
This was not good news for them.
Suddenly, a strong competitor had appeared, and the selection process had changed from four to five, who could be happy about this?
...
Not long after.
Lord Ji arrived.
Accompanied by several elders, Lu Ming was among them.
"Hahaha!"
"Are you all here?"
"Oh dear, I've been held up by some matters recently, I hope we're not too late?"
"Lord Lin, it's been a while since we met at the Hundred Battles Wasteland, your charm remains unchanged~ Are you well?"
Lin Fan, with a dark face, ignored him.
But Lord Ji wasn't bothered, he turned to the other sect leaders and greeted them warmly.
"Oh? This must be the White-Black Academy's Sixth Elder, greetings, Elder."
Lord Ji was like a social butterfly, chatting amiably with each sect leader before scurrying over to pay his respects to Elder Six.
Elder Six nodded calmly, "Not late, not late."
"We were just discussing fair competition..."
He understood Lin Fan's intentions and continued, "As for who will be selected, it's up to you all."
"Is it about showing sincerity or relying on strength?"
Lord Ji's heart immediately cursed.
Damn that Lin Fan, he's trying to make me give benefits to the Moon Embracing Sect? How dare he think of such a beautiful plan!
But he said, "What sincerity or no sincerity? Sincerity doesn't prove anything. This matter is of great importance to the White-Black Academy, and it must be handled quickly and well!"
"Therefore, we should naturally rely on strength!"
"Everyone, do you agree with what I say?"
There was no way the Moon Embracing Sect would receive any benefits.
Strength?
The Bright Moon Sect was not afraid of the four sects.
Lord Ji's heart was filled with laughter!
This was exactly what he wanted! Elder Lu's suggestion was truly brilliant!
It was much easier than he had imagined.
Lord Ji laughed and joked around.
But Rao ZhiRou was not pleased.
She didn't like these trivial matters, and although they had initially agreed on something, Lord Ji suddenly jumped in and caused trouble.
Fine!
If you don't want to give benefits to the Moon Embracing Sect, I won't let you have your way!
Rao ZhiRou smiled, "Not at all, not at all."
"Strength is indeed important, but sincerity is also essential."
"If there's only strength without sincerity..."
"It shows that having strength doesn't guarantee dedication to the task, Lord Ji, what do you think?"
Lord Ji's eyes twitched, and he became extra cautious.
This woman is trying to set me up! She wants to trap me!
(End of Chapter)
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