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Chapter 402: Lin Fan's Conditions, Beast Control Sect's Dragon King! (Part 1)
Chapter 402: Lin Fan's Conditions, Beast Control Sect's Dragon King! (Part 1)
2024-08-29
"Sect Master, please..."
"Take us in, Beast Control Sect!"
"Yes, Sect Master, we from Beast Control Sect humbly request to be taken in by Moon Holding Sect and become a part of it."
"We are willing to become the Beast Control branch of Moon Holding Sect, so please, Sect Master, don't reject us."
"The world is full of hardships, and the path ahead is more difficult than ascending to the heavens. Despite our efforts over the years, Beast Control Sect can only manage a meager existence in the third-rank sequence. We can't see a bright future ahead."
"Now, we only ask to join Moon Holding Sect and serve as your loyal servants. Please give us a chance, Sect Master."
"Please, Sect Master... give us a chance!"
The two spoke with utmost sincerity, and their words carried a single meaning—
We don't want to strive anymore.
We seek to be 'maintained'~
Upon hearing this, Lin Fan blinked in surprise, momentarily finding it hard to believe.
He had guessed that these two had returned to bring him good news.
But he never expected them to directly 'go all the way'! He thought the best-case scenario would be for them to come with various conditions to 'negotiate,' and then both sides would haggle, going through countless negotiations before gradually finalizing the matter.
After that, they would proceed with the 'merger.'
But now...
Wow!
They had gone all the way!
There was no need for haggling or negotiations, and before he could even speak, they were already begging to be maintained!
This...
Marvelous~!
However...
Although his heart was filled with joy, he still needed to maintain some composure on the surface.
Lin Fan blinked, feigning bewilderment, and said, "This... Beast Control Sect is also thriving. Why would you go to such lengths?"
"But have you encountered any troubles?"
"No troubles!"
"Sect Master, please don't misunderstand. There are absolutely no troubles!" The two quickly interjected anxiously.
They couldn't let Lin Fan think that Beast Control Sect had encountered unsolvable problems and was joining Moon Holding Sect to cause trouble. Everything needed to be clarified.
The two quickly expressed their stance, almost to the point of swearing a Celestial Oath.
"If you don't believe us, we can immediately swear a Celestial Oath to prove our sincerity!"
"Yes, Sect Master, we..."
Seeing that the two were about to swear an oath, Lin Fan decided to seize the opportunity: "No need for that, no need!"
"You two have been diligent and dedicated during your years in our Moon Holding Sect, and I've witnessed it all. How could I not trust you? But this matter is indeed sudden, and I need some time to process it."
Lin Fan sighed, "You two have really given me a difficult problem."
At this point, a strategic approach was necessary.
Although Lin Fan had long desired to incorporate Beast Control Sect and secretly hoped they would align with him, becoming the Beast Control branch of Moon Holding Sect, plans often don't align with reality.
Now, it wasn't a matter of him seeking their integration into Moon Holding Sect.
They were pleading to be taken in.
In such a situation, a change in strategy was required.
While Lin Fan often disliked complications and preferred simplicity, he was well aware that all beings had a tendency to take things for granted when they came too easily.
If they succeeded so effortlessly...
He needed to increase the difficulty for them a little.
But this 'degree' also required careful control.
"A difficult problem?"
Chen Chen and Gao Guang exchanged glances, not surprised.
The merging of sects was a significant matter, not to be taken lightly.
Especially considering that Beast Control Sect's current manpower was roughly equivalent to more than two-thirds of Moon Holding Sect, and this was mainly due to the sufficient numbers in the Bright Moon branch.
If only the main branch was considered... Moon Holding Sect's numbers would be a mere fraction of Beast Control Sect's.
And this calculation didn't even include the 'beasts'!
Each inner sect disciple of Beast Control Sect possessed over a hundred Spirit Beasts, making the numbers even more staggering.
If they were to integrate...
Once integrated, wouldn't there be considerations regarding treatment and benefits? Even if they couldn't match the main branch, the differences shouldn't be too vast, right? The disciples would need pills, corresponding resources, and the means to refine Magical Treasures, wouldn't they?
Not to mention the Spirit Beasts would require care and resources. With such a large number, it would be a significant concern not just for Moon Holding Sect, but even for a Holy Land. Careful consideration and planning would be necessary to make suitable arrangements.
But now, they had come begging to be maintained...
Naturally, it was a challenging issue for the other party.
Every aspect needed to be carefully considered.
"This..."
"We know this is sudden and perhaps inappropriate, but we sincerely want to join Moon Holding Sect and contribute our efforts."
"These words may be somewhat inappropriate, but we dare to ask, what aspects do you find challenging? Perhaps we can discuss them together?"
"Yes, Sect Master, please share your concerns, and we can brainstorm together."
The two were prepared to disclose everything.
If there were difficulties, they would overcome them together!
We came with sincerity, not just to ask for maintenance without contributing anything.
"Alright, then let me mention a few."
Lin Fan sighed lightly, "Actually, considering your status and our pleasant cooperation with your sect over the years, I do have a favorable impression of merging with Beast Control Sect. But..."
He first acknowledged them, but then...
"However, Moon Holding Sect is merely a third-rank sect, currently in its development stage, and not particularly large."
"If we hastily integrate Beast Control Sect, various problems will arise."
"For example, issues regarding treatment and resources. This problem is very practical and embarrassing to mention."
"Lin Fan heaved another sigh. 'But as the Sect Master, I can't help but consider and face these issues.'"
"Suddenly, with so many people and Spirit Beasts joining, the resource problem is a big one."
"You two elders also know the treatment we offer in Moon Holding Sect. If your Beast Control Sect merges, I can't favor one side over the other, right? Otherwise, I don't think you would agree, and the disciples of Beast Control Sect would also be discontent."
"If things get chaotic, it might be better not to merge at all. What do you two elders think?"
"That's the first issue."
Lin Fan paused and continued, "The second issue is about territory."
"This problem is also very practical."
"If you merge, you can't continue living in the current Beast Control Sect, can you? That would be like having an exclave. A sect's exclave doesn't seem like a big problem, but in this Golden Age, even Holy Lands can be destroyed. This matter... I must consider it carefully."
"Moving over would be too crowded, and not moving would cause many problems."
"And there's a third issue!"
"It's about 'status', just two simple words, but how many people spend their entire lives striving and struggling for these two words?"
"Beast Control Sect's Qu Zongzhu, and the various elders and Supreme Elders, what kind of existence are they within Beast Control Sect? If they merge, their status would instantly drop by a level."
"Would they be willing? Would they have objections? If they do, but don't voice them, and later when conflicts arise, should I address them or not?"
"If I don't address them, it would be hard to gain respect. If I do, I fear Beast Control Sect won't be happy."
Lin Fan sighed again.
"It's even more so among the disciples."
"Young people are passionate and proud. If the Beast Control Sect disciples are discontent and start causing trouble everywhere..."
"There are too many issues to handle."
"It's not that I don't agree with you two elders, but this matter needs careful consideration!"
Upon hearing this, Chen Chen and Gao Guang became anxious.
Careful consideration? Isn't that just an excuse to avoid commitment? Who doesn't know that?
If you agree now, and keep delaying, in the end, nothing will be resolved.
No, this won't do! We must find a way to resolve this!
The two took a deep breath, and Chen Chen spoke up, "Sect Master, you're right. These problems indeed need to be solved, but there's no need for careful consideration. Everything can be discussed."
Lin Fan blinked, "What are your suggestions, you two elders?"
"This..."
Chen Chen thought for a moment, then clenched his teeth, "The first problem is about resources."
"In my opinion, it's like this. Beast Control Sect currently has various material, spiritual herb, and cultivation resources. If we hand them over to the main sect for unified management, it's not that we don't have some resources of our own, but in a short time, we can still supply ourselves."
"For pill and feed resources, we'll need the main sect's help in refining."
"Like this!" Gao Guang added, "All our Beast Control Sect's pill refiners will join the Pill Refining Pavilion, and Elder Liang Danxia will assign them. This way, we can contribute."
"As for feed, we'll also have disciples from Beast Control Sect who are interested and capable in this aspect to join in the refining process. This way, we can definitely help and reduce the pressure."
"As long as there are no issues in the short term, after Beast Control Sect completely merges with Moon Holding Sect, with its support, we can develop rapidly. In the future, there won't be any more resource supply problems, Sect Master, what do you think?"
On the side, Fu Ningna, who was serving tea, blinked her big eyes.
Though she didn't speak, her mind was filled with thoughts.
"Another one seeking patronage."
"And..."
"This is too proactive, isn't it?"
"The master hasn't even agreed, and they're already referring to themselves as part of Beast Control Sect?"
"They've even thought of a nickname for after being taken under the wing."
"..."
"The master is truly amazing!"
In the end, all her thoughts boiled down to one sentence.
The master is the best!
Nowadays, Fu Ningna is no longer a newcomer to the Immortal Martial Continent. She has gained a deep understanding and formed her own opinions about it.
For a sect like Beast Control Sect, as long as there aren't any major accidents, they can thrive on their own.
But now, they are crying and pleading, proactively seeking patronage.
Doesn't this reflect the master's capability? Unmatched and invincible!
...
"..."
"If we follow your suggestions, it does seem like a feasible solution to this problem." Lin Fan nodded but then frowned, "But this matter is of great importance."
"It's not that I don't trust you two, but will Beast Control Sect agree?"
"Can you two represent Beast Control Sect entirely?"
Gao Guang fell silent at this question.
Yes!
I can make promises, but can I speak for the entire Beast Control Sect?
With such strict conditions, Moon Holding Sect will likely not agree.
However!
As Gao Guang was feeling troubled, Chen Chen nodded and said, "Sect Master, rest assured about this. I have the confidence to gain the agreement of everyone in Beast Control Sect."
"After all, we come with sincerity. It's not a rash decision, nor are we just seeking benefits without contributing!"
"What?!"
Gao Guang was stunned and quickly sent a telepathic message, "Are you crazy?!"
"If you make a promise you can't keep, the Sect Master will be furious, and this matter will fall through!"
"It's better to take a step back, even if it means careful consideration. At least, we'll still have a chance..."
"Don't worry. Trust me, I have a plan!" Chen Chen replied through a telepathic message.
Gao Guang: "..."
"I hope you have a plan."
In the end, Gao Guang still didn't step forward to intervene.
As for Chen Chen, at least on the surface, he appeared incredibly confident.
But in reality, he wasn't entirely sure.
However, just thinking about the faint smile he had seen on Qu Si Fei's face, he felt that this matter was worth pursuing.
"If it's like this, and the present." Lin Fan nodded. "This problem, indeed, is not much of a problem."
"But the second problem..."
"I've given this problem some thought as well." Chen Chen had indeed considered this problem.
Even if Lin Fan hadn't mentioned it, he also wanted to 'relocate'.
The branch lineage is fine, but your branch being millions of miles away from the main lineage is a bit much, right? Even with a teleportation formation, it's still somewhat inconvenient, and more importantly, it lacks the necessary prestige!
Even if we take a step back, it shouldn't be worse off or farther away than the Bright Moon lineage, right?
The Bright Moon lineage is now, at the very least, bordering the main lineage.
After all, the main lineage has almost completely reclaimed all the territories of the Moon Holding Sect from ten thousand years ago, naturally bordering the Moonclan Palace.
If the Beast Control lineage doesn't border the main lineage, won't it become more 'marginalized' than the Bright Moon lineage after some time? That's unacceptable!
The Beast Control lineage must be firmly tied to the main lineage's war vessel and hold on tightly to this opportunity. Therefore...
"We, the Beast Control lineage, are willing to exchange our current territory with others!"
"Even if it means a discounted exchange, we must acquire a piece of territory bordering the main lineage and then relocate the entire sect."
"This way, the issue of the exclave will be easily resolved."
"That's your Beast Control Sect's ancestral ground." Lin Fan was surprised. "You're really willing to sell and exchange it?"
"Moreover, can you make this decision?"
Once again, Gao Guang fell silent.
But Chen Chen continued to nod, "We can!"
Gao Guang: "..."
You old man, do you know how complicated this matter is and how much resistance there will be? You're just nodding away without knowing anything. I think you've gone crazy, old man!
His heart was filled with nothing but complaints.
He was speechless.
However, Chen Chen was determined to finalize this matter today, as if everything was under his control, and he even proactively brought up the third problem.
"I have a solution for this third problem as well!"
Lin Fan: "..."
You're really in a hurry and taking the initiative.
He paused slightly, "I'd like to hear the details."
"It's very simple!"
"I will inform everyone in the sect about this matter, so they can be mentally prepared. As for the various elders, they must swear a Celestial Oath, pledging loyalty to the Moon Holding Sect from now on. If they have any other intentions or make any moves, they will face immediate death!"
"And those who disagree will be expelled from the Beast Control lineage and won't be allowed to enter the Moon Holding Sect!"
"This way, the problem with the elders will be resolved."
"As for the disciples..."
"Sect Master, I'd like to borrow the services of my former disciple who didn't amount to much. Please allow me to take him back to the Beast Control lineage, and then he can take action to suppress the younger generation with his strength."
"This way, the disciples won't dare to speak up, at least not in the short term."
"As for the future..."
"In the future, the Beast Control lineage will become a branch of the Moon Holding Sect. Especially the newly recruited disciples will consider themselves as disciples of the Moon Holding Sect, and this matter will be easily resolved."
Good, good! Gao Guang couldn't help but think, "You old man, is this how you're playing the game?"
"You're essentially 'selling out your own people'!"
"If we follow your plan, it's true that all problems can be solved, but can you be sure that everyone in the sect will agree?"
"You're just talking nonsense!"
...
After listening, Lin Fan didn't respond immediately. Instead, he stood up, clasped his hands behind his back, and began pacing back and forth.
Clearly, he was deep in thought.
Gao Guang didn't dare to breathe a word.
Chen Chen's expression was solemn as he waited for Lin Fan's decision.
After a long while, Lin Fan stopped pacing and spoke, "If everything is as you two elders have said, I, the Moon Holding Sect, am willing to take the risk and merge the Beast Control Sect into the Beast Control lineage."
"From this day forward, we will be one family."
"We will face any problems together."
"But this is on the condition that it's exactly as you two elders have said."
Gao Guang muttered to himself, "Here it comes, I knew they would 'verify' it. Now, let's see how you, old man, will handle this after all your big talk!
(End of Chapter)
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