Chapter 2098: The Federation's Pressure (Please Subscribe)_1

Tang Sect!

A disciple rushed into the room hurriedly and said in a panic, "Report to the Sect Master, the people from the federation are already waiting outside. Shall we let them in?"

Upon hearing these words, Zang Xin's face darkened a few shades…

No one visits a temple without a cause, and the visit from the federation this time was unlikely to be good news!

However, refusing to meet them could affect the relationship between the two powers!

After pondering for a while, he finally said, "Let them come in. Also, call over Hall Master Liang and Hall Master Zhao!"

The disciple bowed slightly, "Yes, Sect Master!"

Then, he turned and left...

Before long, Agility Hall Master Liang Xiaoyu and Power Hall Master Zhao Song entered!

In unison, they said, "Sect Master!"

Zang Xin glanced at them, "Hall Masters, you must be aware by now. The people from the federation have arrived, most likely regarding the issue of Tang Sect selling Soul Guidance Device Core Technology to the Douling Empire!"

The irritable Zhao Song immediately exclaimed, "What business is it of the federation if our Tang Sect sells Soul Guidance Device Core Technology? Do they even need their permission?"

"True, the federation is strong, but the Tang Sect is no pushover either!"

Liang Xiaoyu shook his head and explained, "No, Hall Master Zhao, do you know why the federation has imposed a blockade on soul guidance technology to the Douling Empire?"

"Their goal is to maintain the balance among the three great empires. Once the Douling Empire also starts equipping its army with soul tools, reducing the disparity, war won't be far off!"

Zhao Song seemed to understand and exclaimed, "Are you saying that our Tang Sect's actions could potentially be the spark that ignites a war?"

Liang Xiaoyu spoke with a complex expression, "Exactly. Fortunately, the Sect Master added a condition, which must have been in anticipation of this possibility!"

Zang Xin said nothing, but he gave a confirming look...

Just then, the people from the federation also arrived!

The man leading the group cupped his fists and said, "We have come to Tang Sect uninvited, I hope Sect Master Zang and the two Hall Masters will not take offense!"

As for the others behind him, their expressions were not so pleasant!

Zang Xin chuckled lightly, "Of course not, you have come from afar, it is us who should apologize for the poor reception!"

After a pause, he continued, "I will have the disciples set up a banquet outside to welcome and cleanse the dust from our guests!"

The man glanced at him and said indifferently, "Sect Master Zang, we are all straightforward people, let's not bother with these pleasantries."

Hosting a banquet for them? He didn't believe Tang Sect was that generous!

Zang Xin was not annoyed, and casually said, "Very well, in that case, please follow me to the Council Hall of Tang Sect!"

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Upon arriving at the Council Hall, Zang Xin sat in the main seat while the two Hall Masters and the people from the federation sat around…

The former took the lead and said, "We can talk here without disturbance, may I ask what business the members of the federation would like to discuss?"

The man leading the group narrowed his eyes slightly, "We have come on behalf of the federation to investigate the matter of Tang Sect's sale of Soul Guidance Device Core Technology to the Douling Empire!"

Zang Xin thought to himself, "Just as expected!"

On the surface, however, he inquired without any change in his demeanor, "Oh? The sale of Soul Guidance Device Core Technology from our Tang Sect to the Douling Empire should have nothing to do with the federation, right?"

"Or is it that the federation now considers the Tang Sect a subordinate force?"

The rest of the federation members quickly spoke up, "Sect Master Zang, please don't misunderstand, the federation has always regarded the Tang Sect as a trustworthy ally!"

"That's right, we are here only to inquire about the reasons and circumstances of the event, not to hold Tang Sect accountable!"

"As long as the reasons are clearly explained, the federation will not overly trouble Tang Sect!"

The corners of Zang Xin's mouth curled up slightly, "I believe everyone should know that Tang Sect has suffered from the assault of a God-killing soul-guided missile, which led to the death of the former Sect Master and many disciples! Technology stagnated!"

"To make Tang Sect prosper again, I, as the Tang Sect Master, will of course do everything in my power, even if it means selling the most precious soul guidance device core technology in exchange for a huge amount of resources!!"

Upon hearing this, the man's gaze gradually turned unfriendly, "Sect Master Zang, by doing this, you indeed can acquire vast resources for Tang Sect's development, but have you considered the future situation!"

"Once the Douling Empire is fully armed, its military strength will be on par with the other two great empires, and it will inevitably harbor other ambitions!"

Zang Xin gave him a deep look, "That's why, to prevent this kind of situation, I made a requirement to Douling Empire, the final assembly step must be handled exclusively by Tang Sect!"

"Hasn't the federation investigated this clearly?"

The man bit his teeth and said with reluctance, "But... but how can Sect Master Zang be sure that the final assembly steps won't be cracked!"

Worthy of being the Tang Sect Master, he smartly resolved every issue!

Zang Xin's eyes sharpened, and his tone gradually grew cold, "If I'm not mistaken, the federation has also secretly attempted to analyze Tang Sect's soul tools, hasn't it?"

"What was the final result?"

The man bowed his head and clenched his fists, "All soul tools... self-destructed!"

That's right, Tang Sect's soul tools would self-destruct if they were not disassembled correctly!

Even the federation, after trying for so many years, has come up with nothing!

Seeing his goal achieved, Zang Xin said coldly, "Since even the federation cannot crack it, do you think the soul masters of Douling Empire have that capability?"

"Or perhaps, do you believe Douling Empire's soul guidance technology is superior to the federation's?"

These two fatal questions silenced the man...

The man took a deep breath, looked up at the former, "Sect Master Zang, I'm no match for you in a war of words, but I still sincerely remind you, do not sell soul guidance device core technology to Douling Empire anymore!"

"Otherwise, the federation will impose sanctions on Tang Sect!"

Zhao Song slammed the table with a bang and stood up to yell, "What do you mean by that? Are you threatening our Tang Sect?"

Liang Xiaoyu also stood up, his body emitting a tremendous aura that swept across the entire Council Hall...

"Tang Sect may not be at its peak, but it's not something the federation can bully at will!"

Zang Xin's eyebrows knitted together as he commanded with an unquestionable tone, "Hall Master Zhao, Hall Master Liang, sit down!"

Zhao Song and Liang Xiaoyu harrumphed coldly and sat back down...

Zang Xin's gaze returned to the man, "I can promise on behalf of Tang Sect that we will not continue selling soul guidance device core technology to Douling Empire, but..."

The man's eyes lit up, "Sect Master Zang, please speak!"

As long as there was room for discussion, he wanted to fight for it!

Zang Xin continued, "The federation needs to share the artificial intelligence technology with Tang Sect!"

In this area, both the federation and the Spirit Pagoda completely overshadowed Tang Sect!

So, why not take advantage of this to make a hefty profit!

The man's eyes widened as he exclaimed, "What? Artificial intelligence technology? Sect Master Zang, that's rather a huge demand!"

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