Mo Lingxue was suspicious. "It's just a little bit of good food. Is it really worth it?"
Yan Li replied, "Senior Sister, how do I explain this to you? Anyway, you'll know when you have the chance. The food made by those monks is really amazing. Also, the atmosphere, the feeling of those monks serving the food. Anyway, the food is good, and the atmosphere is good. "
Mo Lingxue asked, "If it's really as good as you say, isn't it also a way to make money?"
Yan Li replied, "I thought so too and asked Niu Youdao the same question. But after listening to him, it made sense. Wine can be hidden in a place and then sold after it's brewed, but food can't be kept for long. Opening restaurants everywhere would involve too many people, and there's no way to keep the recipe a secret. There's no way to monopolize it for a long time, so it's not realistic to use it as a way to make money. He also said that the people's livelihood is hard, and that it will easily encourage the practice of extravagance. Anyway, it's a bunch of reasons. "
Mo Lingxue said, "It's fine if it can't be promoted. Since it's good stuff, it can be promoted in my Purple Golden Cave, right?"
She couldn't swallow her pride and go to Thatched Cottage for free food. She wasn't Yan Li, and she wouldn't go to Thatched Cottage for free.
Yan Li said, "You don't have to say it. I already had this idea, but he wouldn't agree. It can't be used as a way to make money, and there's no profit to speak of. It's just for food, so it's not right to force him. It's not worth it if he runs to Elder Zhong to complain about it. He's definitely going to do such a shameless thing. If we affect Elder Zhong because of a little bit of good food, the Martial Uncles will definitely scold us. Whoever wants to go to him can go. Anyway, I won't ask for it. "
Everyone had the same idea as Mo Lingxue when they heard him say it. But after listening to Yan Li, it was indeed the case. It wasn't worth it just for a little bit of good food.
Gong Lince said coldly when he saw the two of them chatting non-stop in the grand Sect Conference Hall for the sake of ordering some food. They didn't even know what kind of occasion this was, especially in front of the Ancestral Master's statue. "Are you two done chatting?"
Mo Lingxue and Yan Li's expressions froze as they came to their senses. Both of them bowed and shut up.
Slowly, Gong Lince said, "Tortoise Slumber Pavilion has never taken the initiative to interact with Thatched Cottage Yard. Ju An suddenly sent a basket of fruits. It's just a basket of fruits, nothing much. Because of this, Ju An personally went to deliver it. Don't you find it strange? And Niu Youdao immediately returned the gesture. "
With his reminder, everyone's expressions gradually became solemn as they realized the hidden meaning behind this matter.
When the sect had decided to let Elder Zhong accept Niu Youdao as a disciple, they had already informed Elder Zhong about Niu Youdao's situation in detail. Elder Zhong was well aware of it. Therefore, Sleeping Tortoise Pavilion should keep a distance from Niu Youdao.
However, Ju An's basket of fruits was different. It was a gesture of goodwill towards Niu Youdao. Without Old Zhong's approval, Ju An would not make a decision on his own.
Everyone had a feeling that Old Zhong was going to support Niu Youdao.
If this was the case, things would be a little troublesome.
Just like what was said earlier, Old Zhong was afraid of being scolded. Why was he afraid of being scolded?
Although Old Zhong was already past his prime in Purple Golden Cave and had no real power, once this old man appeared, who would dare to be forceful? Especially someone who had made great contributions to the sect. He was the oldest and was about to die of old age. As long as it wasn't too big of a matter, who would dare to not give him face?
Even the other elders had to be respectful towards this person who was about to die. Because they would also have that day, and that day would not be too far away.
This had nothing to do with cultivation or strength. Although this generation was in power, once this old man came out to cause trouble, it would put many people in a difficult position, even the Sect Master.
Zhong Guzi dared to scold Gong Lince, but would Gong Lince dare to talk back? Zhong Guzi dared to scold Gong Lince, but Gong Lince would at most defend himself with a few words. Would he dare to say anything too extreme? If he angered Gong Lince, it would be Gong Lince's fault regardless of whether he was in the right or not. If he met a rascal, it would be a big problem.
Once this kind of old man got angry, it wouldn't be difficult for him to find fault with an elder if he wanted to overthrow him.
Of course, under normal circumstances, such a thing wouldn't happen, provided that he didn't push the elder too far.
Yan Li suddenly asked softly, "Could it be that Martial Uncle Zhong thinks highly of Niu Youdao and wants to … entrust him to him before he dies?"
This kind of matter involved the past, and there were other secrets. It involved some of the struggles in the sect in the early years. It was all in the past, so it was meaningless to mention it again.
In short, to be able to sit on the position of the elder, he must have been an elder in the sect. He must have had his own subordinates. It was just that there was an accident, and there was a change of the old and the new. According to the sect rules, Zhong Guzi, who was about to become the Grand Elder, had to hand over his power. He didn't have the opportunity and time to run the sect again, so there was a situation where there was a gap between the old and the young. Everyone knew this.
Mo Lingxue muttered with some dissatisfaction, "Niu Youdao does have some influence outside, but the matters in the sect are still decided by us. Even if he is entrusted, there are only so few people in the Sleeping Turtle Pavilion, and there are no elites that can be put on the table. Niu Youdao also has no way to help the people in the Sleeping Turtle Pavilion to rise up."
How could such a thing happen? Gong Lince frowned, a little regretful. Why did he let Niu Youdao worship Zhong Guzi as his master?
"Don't jump to conclusions on this matter. Let's observe first." Gong Lince reminded everyone.
…
In the Sleeping Turtle Pavilion, under normal circumstances, Ju An would not casually come and go as he pleased. There was always a time limit.
When it was time, Ju An entered again and knelt in front of Zhong Guzi, who was meditating cross-legged. He softly said, "Grandmaster, this disciple sent a basket of fruits to Niu Shishu. Niu Shishu then personally sent a table of banquet to the disciples and let us all have a taste. He also told us that in the future, if the people of the Sleeping Turtle Pavilion want to eat, they can always go to the thatched cottage to eat. He also said that if the people of the Sleeping Turtle Pavilion encounter any trouble in the future, they can tell him. In addition, the food and wine that Niu Shishu sent really tasted good. "
Zhong Guzi slowly opened his eyes, his gaze suddenly became deep. He stared at his disciple's reaction, "When you sent the things, you didn't say anything that you shouldn't have, right?"
Ju An: "I only sent the fruits. Apart from the fruits, I didn't say anything else."
Zhong Guzi's voice was full of vicissitudes, "No wonder you can reach this step at such a young age. You are a smart person, it shouldn't be easy for you to fall." After saying that, he closed his eyes again.
Ju An asked, "Does Grandmaster have any other instructions?"
Zhong Guzi sat quietly like a statue, not making any sound.
Ju An understood. He kowtowed, got up, and quietly left.
…
Although it was estimated that Niu Youdao would not easily hand over the disposal rights of Kun Linshu and his wife, but this matter still needed to be discussed with Niu Youdao. At the very least, they needed to first see Niu Youdao's attitude before making a decision.
This group of people also did not want to crowd around Niu Youdao and 'reason' with him. Last time, he felt that he was being bullied and immediately went to the Sleeping Turtle Pavilion to complain.
Yan Li also did not want to talk to Niu Youdao about this matter. How could it be easy to snatch food from the mouth of a little fox? It was also easy to offend people. He had never thought that people like Niu Youdao were easy to provoke, and it was obvious that he was not to be trifled with. He could not understand why everyone wanted to provoke this person.
He remembered that he had reminded the Sect Leader that people like Niu Youdao still had a bottom line and would not act recklessly. It was still possible to get along with him. But now the situation was reversed. Instead, it was the Sect that was constantly making moves against Niu Youdao. This group of people, regardless of their previous animosity, now felt that they were united against outsiders. Niu Youdao was the 'outsider', and they all treated Niu Youdao as a piece of fat meat.
Of course, he also knew that in the face of benefits, everyone would be tempted and want to get involved.
But he had no choice, he had no choice but to come. Everyone recommended him and felt that it was most suitable for him to look for Niu Youdao. Other than himself, no one objected.
Niu Youdao, who was drinking tea in the pavilion, sat opposite Yan Li. After listening, he picked up his teacup and asked, "That's it?"
Yan Li chuckled and asked tentatively, "Junior apprentice brother, do you have any objections?"
Pa! Niu Youdao slammed the teacup in his hand on the table, startling Yan Li so much that he took a step back. Niu Youdao's face was calm. "What objections do you think I should have?"
Yan Li sighed. "Actually, it's for your own good. Think about it, it's not a good thing for you to go against the Sky Fire Sect alone. Hand them over to the Sect to deal with, and the Sect will bear the consequences. You won't feel any pressure, and you won't have to offend the Sky Fire Sect either, don't you think?"
Niu Youdao asked, "What benefits does the Sect intend to exchange for the couple?"
Yan Li replied, "We haven't received any response from the Sky Fire Sect yet, so it's hard to say for now. It depends on the situation."
Niu Youdao replied, "But I believe the Sect will definitely take the opportunity to make a killing."
Yan Li chuckled. "If it were you, would you miss such a good opportunity?"
Niu Youdao raised two fingers. "There's no outsider here, so I'll be straightforward. No matter how much benefits you get, I only want 20%. That's not too much, right?"
Yan Li was delighted. It was good that Niu Youdao was willing to compromise. "In that case, Junior Brother agrees to hand them over to the Sect to deal with?"
Niu Youdao replied, "If I take it all for myself, will you guys let it go? As long as you give me 20% or less, I can hand them over to you! "
He agreed so readily that Yan Li's heart surged with vigilance. "Then it's settled?"
Niu Youdao replied, "It's a deal, but I still have a condition."
If he really agreed too readily, Yan Li would be worried. He had already experienced Niu Youdao's methods repeatedly, so he had to be on guard. Hearing that there was a condition, Yan Li heaved a sigh of relief. Otherwise, he would feel that something was wrong.
"Tell me about it first." Yan Li leaned forward, looking like he was listening attentively.
Niu Youdao replied, "I must be present during the negotiation."
Yan Li subconsciously became vigilant. "Since the Sect has stepped in, does it matter whether you're present or not? After all, you're the one who detained them. Isn't it better for the Heaven Fire Sect to feel less awkward? "
Niu Youdao slammed the table. "What kind of joke is this? How would I know how much you guys have gained if I'm not present? Wouldn't you guys be able to give as much as you want of the 20%? Even if the Heaven Fire Sect suffered a loss, they wouldn't spread the news. "
Yan Li didn't know whether to laugh or cry. "You're too suspicious. Alright, alright, I'll tell the Sect about this. "
Niu Youdao replied, "Also, before the negotiation, they must stay with me."
Yan Li glared. "Didn't I say to hand them over to the Sect to deal with?"
Niu Youdao replied, "Isn't keeping them here the same as keeping them in the Sect? What's more, if I give them to you now, what if you don't want to acknowledge it later? You can't just hand them over to the Heaven Fire Sect recklessly, right? I'll detain them first. You and the Heaven Fire Sect will exchange the goods at the same time. I'll also exchange the goods at the same time. Everyone can rest assured. "
Yan Li became vigilant again. "You're not playing any tricks, are you?"
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