Only after leaving did Guo Xiaoxu and Liang Xiaoyu get close, eagerly asking, "Sect Leader, what did Gu Yuena discuss with you?"
Zang Xin glanced at them, "It was the topic we discussed last time!"
Liang Xiaoyu's pupils contracted, "The topic we discussed last time? Wasn't it about whether to remove Gu Yuena's identity as a Tang Sect disciple?"
Guo Xiaoxu, quite puzzled, said, "Why would she suddenly ask about such a thing? Is she dissatisfied with her identity as a Tang Sect disciple? So she wants to eliminate it?"
Zang Xin denied, "No, it's not that simple. I'm afraid what she's doing is related to the long-hidden plan of the Spirit Pagoda!"
Guo Xiaoxu pursued further, "Then what is your decision, Sect Leader?"
Zang Xin took a deep breath, "In unclear circumstances, of course, refuse. Perhaps, the Spirit Pagoda might reveal some clues because of this!"
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Upon hearing the news, Tang Wulin was slightly surprised, "What? Gu Yue led Di Tian and others to the Tang Sect!"
Zhao Chong nodded slightly, "That's right, the purpose seems to be to make the Tang Sect remove her identity as a Tang Sect disciple!"
Tang Wulin frowned, "But why would Gu Yue do this? Whether she has the identity of a Tang Sect disciple should not affect her now that she has succeeded as the Spirit Pagoda's master, right?"
He felt increasingly confused about Gu Yuena's actions!
Zhao Chong shook his head, "This is unknown, but this matter was specially instructed by the Sect Leader to tell you."
Tang Wulin was taken aback, "Because I am the Young Master of the Tang Sect?"
Zhao Chong replied, "That's one reason, and the other is that you and Gu Yuena are partners!"
Tang Wulin suddenly understood, nodding, "I see, I understand now!"
Zhao Chong saw that he looked very calm but couldn't help reminding, "Wulin, you must be careful with Gu Yuena; she must be doing some shady things in the dark!"
"Perhaps, related to the Holy Spirit Cult..."
Even though the two are partners, what if Gu Yuena is deliberately using this relationship?
Tang Wulin interrupted coldly, "Enough, Hall Master Zhao, I know that all forces are suspecting Gu Yue of colluding with ferocious beasts because of Qiangu Qingfeng's words!"
"However, it is absolutely impossible for her to cooperate with the Holy Spirit Cult, absolutely impossible!"
He was very clear that Gu Yuena, like himself, loathed the Holy Spirit Cult!
Zhao Chong did not expect the former to be so agitated, and hurriedly appeased, "Wulin, don't get excited, I'm just reminding you, nothing more."
"Also, blame it on my talkative nature; you, who can become the Young Master of the Tang Sect and the Sea God Pavilion Master, must have your judgment!"
Tang Wulin glanced at him, "Hall Master Zhao, I don't mean to blame you, I just believe in Gu Yue, believe that she won't do anything to harm the continent."
"If that day really comes when Gu Yue makes a mistake, I would stop her even at the cost of my life!!"
Zhao Chong sighed, "Wulin..."
The Sect Leader was right; this kid Wulin still trusts Gu Yuena too much to see her true intentions!
Tang Wulin no longer had the interest to continue the conversation, "Hall Master Zhao, my partners are still waiting for me. I'll be leaving first!"
Watching his departing figure, Zhao Chong still took out his Communication Device...
"Sect Leader, Wulin is still too obsessed with that Gu Yuena and unwilling to believe what I said."
On the other end, Zang Xin's voice came, "It's fine if he can't accept it now, just hope that this child won't be crushed in the future."
Otherwise, it would be too disappointing!
Seeing Zang Xin say so, Zhao Chong didn't dwell on the issue, "Sect Leader, is there anything else you need me to do here?"
Zang Xin hesitated for a moment, "You just stay there for now and assist Elder Cai in rebuilding Shrek Academy."
"As for the Tang Sect, with Hall Master Guo and Hall Master Liang around, there won't be any issues!"
Zhao Chong originally wanted to refuse, but after some thought, he realized those two guys were more useful than himself, and he couldn't offer much help even if he returned.
"I understand, Sect Leader, I'll leave the Tang Sect in your hands for now, and I'll return after a while!"
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Douling Empire!
Returning to the imperial palace, the elderly man respectfully addressed Xue Yuntian at the front, "Your Majesty the Emperor, all the compensation supplies for the Federation were delivered just yesterday!"
Xue Yuntian coldly said, "What is the Federation's attitude?"
But before waiting for an answer, he interrupted himself, "Hmph, what attitude could they possibly have, surely they're grinning from ear to ear!"
Hearing this, the elderly man didn't know what to say for a moment...
But soon, his eyes glinted...
He spoke, "Your Majesty, although our Douling Empire suffered heavy losses in this war, the Federation seems to have lifted some technical restrictions!"
Xue Yuntian was slightly surprised, "Oh? Tell me more?"
The Federation is actually willing to lift technical restrictions; he still couldn't quite believe it!
All along, Douling Empire hasn't been able to acquire any information about soul tools from within the Federation!
The elderly man continued, "The other day when I went to the Federation, the Federation's Congress Leader promised to provide Douling Empire with technology related to low-grade soul tools!"
"However, I refused!"
Upon hearing this, Xue Yuntian almost burst with anger, "What?? Why did you refuse! Don't you know how important this is to our Douling Empire?"
"Your Majesty, please calm down. Because of my voluntary refusal, the Federation's Congress Leader changed his mind!"
"He is now willing to engage in a technology exchange regarding soul tools with us, which I believe is already a significant concession!!"
Simply put, they can now send Soul Masters from Douling Empire to the Federation for learning!
This is much better than just providing the core technology of low-grade soul tools!
At the very least, it ensures these trained Soul Masters will be utterly loyal to the Empire!!
Xue Yuntian was instantly taken aback, only to realize he had misunderstood the other's intention...
After a while, he stiffened and muttered, "Sorry, I misunderstood just now..."
Before he could finish, the elderly man shook his head and interrupted, "No need to explain, Your Majesty. I know you were considering Douling Empire's best interest, and it's my fault for not clarifying, leading to misunderstanding!!"
Looking at the elderly man, Xue Yuntian felt an incredibly complex emotion...
However, he soon returned to the topic...
Speaking with great seriousness, "We must seize this opportunity to learn all of the Federation's core technologies, or we'll always be under their restraint!"
The Federation surely won't teach all soul tool technology to the Soul Masters from Douling Empire, but even so, it's enough for Douling Empire!!
Because what Douling Empire lacks most is soul technology that can be made accessible to the general public, especially low-grade and mid-level!
To this end, no matter the cost, this fatal flaw must be addressed!!
And these Soul Masters would conveniently be the key to this matter!!
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