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Chapter 1072 - Chapter 1072 Chapter 366 Message from Beimang

Chapter 1072: Chapter 366: Message from Beimang Chapter 1072: Chapter 366: Message from Beimang Just as in previous years, the three million Lingzhi medicinal plants arrived on schedule, and the stewards responsible for their use counted and recorded the quantities under the leadership of Tang Ming, representing the Tang Clan.

They toasted each other and chatted merrily, and although it was only the first meeting, it felt as if they were long-lost friends reuniting.

But how much sincerity was in their exchange, only the two of them knew in their hearts.

After the third round of drinks and the fifth course of dishes, Ji Xuanyuan gestured for Tang Gaomin to dismiss his attendants and took out the cultivation methods of Lingzhi medicinal plants promised by Ji Fu to Tang Luo.

“Within this sealed letter, there are cultivation methods for thirty-two types of Lingzhi medicinal plants, corresponding to the thirty-two herbs of the Soldier’s Forging Body Pill. Please keep it safe, Great Elder,” he said.

Unwarranted kindness could indicate sinister motives or thievery.

It was already not easy for the Ji Family to fulfill their promise and deliver the medicinal plants, but to also provide an entire set of cultivation methods for Lingzhi medicinal plants?

One must know that such things were as valuable as top secret techniques. An ordinary pharmacist who learned the cultivation methods for just one or two types of Lingzhi medicinal plants could make a fortune and enjoy a life of luxury, and yet the Ji Family willingly gave out methods for thirty-two types?

Facing such a huge temptation, Tang Gaomin was not overjoyed but instead became more cautious, and asked with suspicion, “May I ask the reason for this, Commander?”

Seeing Tang Gaomin’s cautiousness despite the substantial reward before him, Ji Xuanyuan’s eyes showed a trace of appreciation as he casually explained, “A while ago, Tang Tianjiao came to Beimang to meet the Saint Child. Considering the Tang Clan’s dominance over the Lingjiang Seven Cities, and the increasing number of disciples practicing the Undying Battle Body in the future, the Saint Child bestowed the formula for these medicinal plants.”

Although Ji Xuanyuan’s words sounded condescending, Tang Gaomin clearly understood that it must be Tang Luo’s doing; otherwise, the Ji Family wouldn’t be so generous.

Just two days ago in the council meeting, the Sect Head was still fuming over Tang Luo’s prolonged absence, and now this young man had once again made a significant contribution to the clan.

While feeling grateful, Tang Gaomin also let go of the caution he had in his heart and accepted the letter respectfully, saying, “I thank the Saint Child for his generous favor!”

As a merchant, the Great Elder never hesitated to offer flattering words, and Ji Xuanyuan also took particular satisfaction in Tang Gaomin’s respectful demeanor.

With the official matters concluded, the host and guest enjoyed the rest of the event, with geishas and dancers performing songs and dances until Tang Ming arrived in the banquet hall and signaled to Tang Gaomin with his eyes that the materials had been fully accounted for, bringing the lively banquet to an end.

Unable to hold his liquor, the Commander of the Slaughter Immortal Army stood up to take his leave, and although Tang Gaomin repeatedly tried to persuade him to stay without success, he helped Ji Xuanyuan to the gate with his arm.

The slightly drunk Ji Xuanyuan was very pleased with Tang Gaomin’s attitude and chuckled, “The waters and mountains of Longxi are beautiful, not like Beimang, which is a remote and barren place. Such geishas and dancers are hard to come by even in Beimang’s largest city.”

“If the Commander likes them, Gaomin will give all these geishas and dancers to you. It’s a long journey back to Beimang, tens of thousands of miles. Listening to a little tune will ease the boredom, won’t it?”

Ji Xuanyuan was somewhat tempted but still waved his hand and declined, saying, “I couldn’t do that; these beautiful geishas all belong to the Great Elder’s household. How could Xuanyuan take what others appreciate!”

“If you speak like that, it’s like you’re treating Gaomin as an outsider! The Ji and Tang clans are allies in name but brothers in reality. What are a few geishas and dancers in comparison?”

Acting as though he had been greatly insulted, Tang Gaomin grabbed Ji Xuanyuan’s arm and shouted at the housekeeper, “Tell Master Bai to arrange it quickly. Send all tonight’s geishas and dancers to the Commander’s chariot, and don’t miss a single one!”

“Eh!” Ji Xuanyuan caught hold of Tang Gaomin’s arm, feigning resistance, “Great Elder, what are you doing? If others heard you, they might think the Commander is coveting beauty!”

“Heroes love beauties, which is a natural and justified notion. Being a dragon among men, the ladies’ fortune lies in following the commander,”

Tang Gaomin pushed away Ji Xuanyuan’s arm and declared grandly, “The commander need not worry about such things. Gaomin will make sure everything is arranged perfectly!”

“Hahaha, if so, I shall trouble the Sixth Elder!”

A hearty laugh that all men understand burst forth as a drunken Ji Xuanyuan staggered out, escorted onto the Dragon War Chariot by several soldiers of the Slaughter Immortal Army.

Once inside the chariot, Ji Xuanyuan was far from the drunken flirtatious appearance, his eyes filled only with cold, deep water.

As the mansion gate closed slowly, the fawning subservience on the face of Sixth Elder Tang Gaomin gradually faded, leaving a tranquil calm as placid as an ancient well.

“Prepare the carriage, to the Sect,”

he ordered the housekeeper nonchalantly and stood in the courtyard, facing the moonlight, lost in thought.

…

Lanshan City, Tang Clan Sect

Four full months had passed since Tang Luo left a letter and ran away at the end of April. According to Tang Tianjiao’s appetite, the three Top-Grade Tai Suis should have been exhausted a month ago. It was initially thought that Tang Luo’s departure was just a short excursion taken in a fit of pique, but now it seems he’s made up his mind to see the world for himself.

The Sect, which usually encouraged clan members to travel, was now thunderous because of Tang Luo’s departure. Managing the department responsible for the Aran Mountain retreat had been under unprecedented pressure as many elders attributed Tang Luo’s escape to lax management of the retreat.

The Sect Head roared in the council meeting, and all clan members related to the retreat were castigated. The punitive cells of the institution had no vacancies for days on end, all filled with those being punished for managing the Aran Mountain retreat.

Gloomy clouds gathered over the skies of Lanshan City Sect, and the already strict Sect Head had become like a powder keg these days. Clan members trembled at the sight of him, fearing any mishaps.

In such an atmosphere, Tang Gaomin’s carriage stopped at the entrance of Lanshan City Sect.

“Sect Head, see what good news I bring you!”

Cradling a sealed letter, Tang Gaomin burst into the Sect Head Tang Zu’s council hall without awaiting announcement, only to be startled upon entering.

There sat Sect Head Tang Zu, Great Elder Tang Siyuan, Clan Leader Tang Zhi, and Jiejiang City Chief Tang Sen, all with grave expressions.

Sect Head Tang Zu, a stickler for protocol, scolded Tang Gaomin for barging into the council hall without being summoned, “As a Tang Clan elder, you still haven’t shed your reckless habits. Leave!”

Seeing that an important matter was being discussed, Tang Gaomin would have usually left, but he felt that unless it was a catastrophe that could lead to the clan’s annihilation, nothing could be more important than the sealed letter in his possession.

Hence, Tang Gaomin not only didn’t leave but instead approached and sat down near the others, slammed the sealed letter onto the table, and arrogantly said, “I don’t believe there is anything more important than this right now!”

Usually, merchants show their fangs only when they are confident of victory, and the bold expression on someone of Tang Gaomin’s disposition surprised everyone in the council hall.