Big Data Cultivation
Chapter 1073: Sage Bai Li

Chapter 1073: Chapter 1073: Sage Bai Li

Since the Huang Fu Family has spoken up, they definitely came prepared, "We really don’t know about the Yinsha Sect’s matters."

"Then there’s no need for you to ask," Feng Jun intended to put aside the dispute with the Yinsha Sect.

But just at this moment, Lang Zhen’s voice came through the walkie-talkie, "Chairman Huang Fu and the Yinsha Sect’s Bai Li would like to request an audience."

Actually, Bai Li... might not necessarily not want to enter; the key point was that Feng Jun had set up a stele there.

At such a time, Feng Jun couldn’t possibly be impolite. Etiquette, which some people feel is not important, is very important on far too many occasions. The other party paid a visit according to etiquette, so he must have a response.

As to why they didn’t come yesterday but chose to come today is a secondary issue,

Feng Jun, together with Mi Yunshan and Elder Liao who was in charge of guarding the Spirit Plants, went to the mountain gate.

Bai Li was a fourth-layer Out-of-Dust cultivator, tall and thin with a magnificent appearance. Huang Fu Flawless lagged half a step behind him, the two of them stood there, followed by three or four attendants.

Feng Jun had no intention of letting them in—if they had come to visit yesterday, he might have considered whether to let them in or not, but now he definitely would not. With a cupped-fist salute, he smiled and spoke, "Is this the esteemed Bai Li? You’ve come late, my apologies."

Bai Li forced a smile, one clearly without sincerity. He gave Elder Liao a glance and, with a hint of mockery, spoke, "It was impromptu to seek an audience; the impoliteness is on my part. I am here representing the Yinsha Sect to discuss the procurement of electronic appliances."

"Representing the Yinsha Sect?" Feng Jun raised his eyebrows in surprise, spoke out, "I’ve been dealing with these matters with fellow Daoist You Longzi from the Yinsha Sect before, why didn’t he come?"

He referred to the other as ’esteemed person’ but addressed You Longzi, who was a fifth-layer Out-of-Dust cultivator, as ’fellow Daoist,’ thus making clear their respective distances and intimacies.

Upon hearing this, Bai Li knew what it meant.

He also wondered inside, You Longzi, who was famous for being pettifogging, how could he accept such a title, yet his face showed no expression, "This matter of procurement was never under the responsibility of junior fellow Daoist You Longzi. If he promised you anything, feel free to speak up."

—Even though You Longzi is one level higher in cultivation than me, I am his senior brother, you better keep that in mind.

"He didn’t promise anything," Feng Jun answered casually, "He is fully dedicated to the sect, and I respect his sincerity. Therefore, I’ve decided that in matters concerning the Yinsha Sect, I will only discuss with him."

Bai Li was slightly taken aback, he had already been warned by several people, but didn’t really take it seriously in his heart, now hearing it in person was indeed somewhat unexpected.

However, he quickly regained his composure, "He couldn’t possibly have discussed with you. As I said before, the Yinsha Sect has many disciples, but their authorities and responsibilities differ... It’s not that I intend to make things difficult for you, you can ask around, which of the Four Sects and Wutai doesn’t operate like this?"

Feng Jun smiled dismissively, "Then I’m truly sorry, but I only recognize him!"

He was too lazy to beat around the bush with the other party, and wouldn’t say something like "rules are dead, but people are alive."

Bai Li’s expression darkened, questioning sternly, "Mountain Master Feng, what do you mean by that?"

Feng Jun spread his hands, responding nonchalantly, "It means exactly what it says, I discuss with him, and only him."

Seeing the other party unwilling to communicate, Bai Li knew that what he was worried about had still occurred; but he also had a Dharma to respond with, "Then, I can only do business with Tiantong."

He was accustomed to handling procurement, his logic on these matters very clear. Right after arriving and not even meeting with Feng Jun, he first contacted Huang Fu Flawless of Tiantong, in order to also put pressure on Mount Zhige through this channel—if you don’t sell to me, I have other sources.

Feng Jun smiled indifferently, "That’s fine."

Everyone was stunned upon hearing this, but then he added, "If Tiantong can supply enough goods, then just go ahead and buy from them."

Huang Fu Flawless shook his head, speaking expressionlessly, "All of Tiantong’s goods are from Mount Zhige; we cannot guarantee the quantity."

Bai Li’s eyebrows slightly furrowed, "Chairman Huang Fu, we had communicated about this in advance."

"Indeed," Huang Fu Flawless nodded, "President Jiang has instructed, and I certainly wish to comply, but the difficulties in compliance aren’t on my end. For this, I am truly anxious, and I ask for your understanding, esteemed Bai Li."

It turns out that Tiantong was responsible for the regular needs of the Yinsha Sect through a dedicated person.

And this person responsible, President Jiang, was two levels higher than Huang Fu Flawless; she is the president of Donghua Country’s Eastern Branch, and President Jiang is the president of a branch under the headquarters, with a status like the president of Qiuchen Market.

Huang Fu Flawless was not managed by President Jiang, but being in the same system, a leader from another’s household is still a leader.

Only then did Feng Jun realize why she sided with the other party—turns out it was an order from the higher-ups at Tiantong.

Bai Li looked at her, then looked deeply at Feng Jun, smiling as he asked, "Does Mountain Master Feng intend to teach the Yinsha Sect how to manage their sect?"

Facing the maliciously pinpointed accusation, Feng Jun remained unmoved, "Esteemed Bai Li, you overinterpret. I simply admire fellow Daoist You Longzi’s integrity and spirit."

What spirit does that You Longzi guy have? Bai Li had many thoughts in his heart. He scoffed lightly, "Then Chairman Huang Fu, you are also choosing not to cooperate?"

Chairman Bai Li replied impassively, "Venerable Bai Li, you are wrongly accusing me. To my knowledge, Mount Zhige has always had limited resources, and there isn’t much I can do if you two cannot reach a consensus."

Venerable Bai Li pondered for a moment before smiling again, "Master Feng, this Mount Zhige of yours... may I visit it?"

Feng Jun also smiled slightly, "I’m a bit tied up at the moment. When I’m free, I will definitely extend an invitation to you, Venerable Bai Li."

Entry to Mount Zhige wasn’t something a visitor could simply arrange by themselves; rather, the host had to actively extend an invitation.

Upon hearing this, Venerable Bai Li’s anger surged, "It seems Mountain Master Feng truly doesn’t take the Yinsha Sect seriously!"

Feng Jun watched him impassively, "If You Longzi were here, he would certainly not agree with Venerable Bai Li’s opinion."

Venerable Bai Li asked with a darkened face, "According to rumors, the Spirit Gathering Array on Mount Zhige can be used after application and payment of a fee, is that correct?"

Feng Jun spread his hands helplessly, looking at the other party, "The rumors are not false, but does the Yinsha Sect really care about that?"

Venerable Bai Li was nearly left speechless by his retort; he couldn’t very well admit that the Yinsha Sect was in need of a Spirit Gathering Array, could he?

He nodded slightly, "I will be staying here for some time; I hope Mountain Master Feng will consider my request carefully."

From the meeting, Venerable Bai Li did not use overly offensive language, but from start to finish, he exuded the airs of a Major Sect Disciple, even if he was willing to engage in equal trade, the subtle sense of superiority could not be erased.

His current statement conveyed immense pressure, even carrying an implicit threat.

However, Feng Jun did not take it seriously. Such matters were too common in the Earth Plane; it’s just a case of the big bullying the small and vice versa.

Deep down, he resented You Longzi even more—why boast if you can’t deliver?

So he just smiled, "Please do as you wish, Venerable Bai Li; actually, you could discuss this with brother You Longzi."

Venerable Bai Li didn’t bother to say more, waving his hand and turning to leave.

Chairman Huang Fu did not leave, however. She greeted him with a smile, "You saw it; I’m in a rather awkward position, too."

"Hmm," Feng Jun nodded, "By the way, I need to gather your people and find a time to send them off. Do you have anything else to say?"

Chairman Huang Fu hesitated before speaking, "If the Yinsha Sect applies more pressure, you can authorize me to deal with it... To be honest, the Four Sects of Wutai act within certain limits, sometimes it’s not bad to make concessions."

That was the real reason she somewhat cooperated with the Yinsha Sect. Cultivators pursue a way of life filled with freedom, but it’s not without rules; otherwise, the Cultivation World would have long been plunged into chaos with bloodshed everywhere.

Feng Jun understood this well, as such examples were all too common in the Earth Realm.

Ultimately, the mistake lay with You Longzi from the beginning. He thought he had found an opportunity to benefit his sect while profiting himself, and so he took on the responsibility eagerly.

Feng Jun was unaware of why You Longzi believed handling this matter would be easy—perhaps someone has previously done so, making him think it wasn’t hard, or maybe he underestimated the importance of this deal to the Yinsha Sect...

Regardless of the reason, the issue certainly lay with You Longzi, and Feng Jun intended to keep his word, but he was not foolish enough to stubbornly resist the Yinsha Sect.

Therefore, he did not reject Chairman Huang Fu, merely offering a faint smile, "I have my own judgment in this matter."

Chairman Huang Fu, seeing that he was not being headstrong this time, also breathed a sigh of relief. Then she brought up another matter, "When will my people leave, and can I see them off?"

Feng Jun shook his head, "Let’s have them leave today; you can give them one last admonition."

Chairman Huang Fu followed him inside where she saw her seven people and emphasized once more, "Lastly, I must reiterate those three demands: Obey Master Feng! Obey Master Feng!! Obey Master Feng!!!"

In fact, Feng Jun’s basic requirements had been mentioned before, similar to the previous ones: aside from professional knowledge, don’t discuss anything with your mentors. You should not ask, and if they ask you, you should not answer. Moreover, you must inform me, or else it’s death!

Still not giving up hope, Chairman Huang Fu asked just before leaving, "How do you plan to take them away?"

Feng Jun looked at her, "Are you sure... you won’t need more personnel trained in the future?"

Chairman Huang Fu fell silent.

After sending her off, Feng Jun had the seven people hand over their Storage Bags, telling them they would naturally be returned upon their return, and then he took them into the Spirit Beast Bag—the spaces of Storage Bags and Spirit Beast Bags cannot be layered.

This group of seven were a bit luckier than the previous two; those two were brought over to the Earth Plane by him, which not only provided a poor experience of crossing planes, but was also extremely dangerous—at least it would cause unconsciousness.

This time with the help of Feng Jing, it was much better. Feng Jun then took Sister Hong into the Demon-Sealing Pagoda and, hand in hand with Feng Jing, exited the Mobile Phone Plane.