Tribulation of Myriad Races-Chapter 1181: Fair (1)

The day after Hu Ping's advancement. Outside Nanyuan.

The eighth elder had appeared personally for the recruitment. Instead of showing up with his real body, the Titanic Strength Sect master only sent a puppet over. These late Sunmoons weren't careless enough to trust others so easily. Nor would they dare to completely trust the Heavenly Hunt Pavilion.

With his white and gold mask, the eighth elder said, "If you join the pavilion, you can return to the Allheaven Battlefield with us after we conclude our operations here. There, you will most certainly be promoted to an elder. You may choose to join one of the four departments, the two spires, or the two chambers."

The expressionless puppet said, "I'm not negotiating only for myself. Earthfire is with me and both of us are seventh-stage Sunmoons. Additionally, the masters of Unitaurus, Flying Sky Tiger, and Lightning Bird Sects are interested as well. They are all middle-stage Sunmoons. I am negotiating for all five of us."

This was his way of increasing his bargaining chips. And five Sunmoons should suffice for that task. With two of them being late-stage Sunmoons and three being middle-stage Sunmoons, their group was far better than the likes of Silverwing. Silverwing and the other sect masters who had joined so far were only early-stage Sunmoons. Even the strongest among them was only in the third stage. There was simply no comparing them and Titanic Strength’s group. A single late-stage Sunmoon would be enough to suppress Silverwing and the other early-stage Sunmoons.

The eighth elder smiled, "Please state your terms."

"Carrier treasures. One each for me and Earthfire. Of course, we will only ask for them after reaching the ninth stage."

The eighth elder frowned upon hearing that. With the mask on, Titanic Strength couldn't see the frown, but he knew that the elder was hesitant.

Soon, the elder said, "That will be quite difficult to satisfy. I'll be honest, my friend. Even among our existing members, we have a decent number of ninth-stage Sunmoons awaiting their carrier treasures. They are all elders. To get something like this, you need to contribute massively to the pavilion. In fact, this is why the third elder and me here in the Human Realm. We're hoping to contribute enough to get carrier treasures. We both lack only a carrier treasure before we can reach the peak."

Each ninth-stage Sunmoon required two carrier treasures. One to bear the past and one to bear the future. The present required no carrier since that was a body one had cultivated from scratch.

The third and eighth elders had only formed one of their tri-life bodies. They each needed another carrier treasure to further their cultivation.

The eighth elder spoke earnestly, "Only by contributing massively will you receive the chance to buy one. And that will remain only a chance, not a guarantee. The pavilion is a fair business. Our prices might be a tad bit more expensive, but we will never go back on a deal."

Beside them, Su Yu had a thoughtful smile as he interupted, "Eighth Elder, may I say something."

"Yes."

"I believe...the Titanic Strength Sect master and the others are daydreaming."

Su Yu was very honest as he said, "Carrier treasures? I heard the most valuable treasures one can find in Invincible ruins are also carrier treasures. Even a regular Invincible ruin will only have two carrier treasures. Meanwhile, you are asking for two carrier treasures with only two seventh-stage Sunmoons. Perhaps we should provide you an Invincible ruin while we're at it? Even better, we should just occupy the entire Culture Manor and gift it to you instead."

Su Yu snorted coldly and continued, "My direct superior, First Profound Elder, has contributed massively to the pavilion. He is an eighth-stage Sunmoon, yet he still doesn't have any carrier treasure. You're asking for too much. Answer me. Why should we provide you with carrier treasures? It's fine to ask for things like sunmoon profound yellow liquid and heavenly source qi. But carrier treasures? Do you think we're doing charity here?"

The Titanic Strength Sect master's voice turned slightly unfriendly as he said, "Profound Nine, don't forget your strength. You're only a fresh Sunmoon. Is this how the white masks of the pavilion behave before late-stage Sunmoons?"

Profound Nine was way too arrogant.

Su Yu coldly said, "And what's the big deal about late-stage Sunmoons? Let me be honest, Titanic Strength Sect master. We have plenty of elders in the pavilion. Two more late-stage Sunmoons don't matter much to us. Sure, we don't mind getting more if they're obedient. But if they're not...you're free to test us. Can the cult even survive the coming chaos?"

"..."

"Profound Nine!" The eighth elder stepped in, "Stop this. Respect must be accorded to the strong. Don't you know this well? Behave yourself."

Su Yu cupped his hands and gave a slight bow as he said with a smile, "The eighth elder is right. I shouldn't forget my manners. Alas, some frogs in the well always believe themselves important. In truth...no, what am I saying? Yes, a late-stage Sunmoon is very strong. Someone like that might even be my future superior. Ah, I was merely joking around to lighten the mood. Please don't mind me."

However, his tone was practically dripping with sarcasm. The Titanic Strength Sect master was greatly displeased. What a brazen and arrogant person. But the eighth elder didn't mind this. At times, it was important to have both good cop and the bad cop. This was a perfectly normal tactic to use during negotiations.

If this cultist couldn't even endure something like this, then he wouldn't amount to anything. If he was thinking of submitting, then he had to be ready for something like this.

After berating Su Yu yet again, the eighth elder laughed and said, "Titanic Strength Sect master, why don't we do it this way? If we do manage to get the Culture Manor and the Culture Tomb within, both you and the Earthfire Sect master may receive the carrier treasures inside, provided there are carrier treasures inside and both of you have contributed sufficiently."

The Titanic Strength Sect master asked, "Are you sure? Also, how will our contributions be measured?"

The eighth elder said, "That depends on what we get ultimately. We will compare our spoils with everyone's contribution and share accordingly. With fewer spoils, the rewards will naturally be smaller. But if we can somehow get everything in the ruin, for instance, we will probably make five carrier treasures worth of spoils. At that time, both you and the Earthfire Sect master will naturally get your share depending on your performance."

The Titanic Strength Sect master sank into contemplation. After a while, he said, "If the humans try to attack us or even send their Invincibles against us, will the Invincibles of the pavilion make a move? We've offended too many people in the Human Realm over the years..."

The eighth elder said, "Yes. But...you need to be important enough for them to act. Without sufficient contribution to the pavilion, I honestly can't think of any organization that will be willing to offend Invincibles for the sake of several Sunmoons."

"I understand." Titanic Strength sighed and asked, "So what are we expected to do after joining? Are we going to be killing the stubborn cultists like what Silverwing and the others have been doing?"

"No." The eighth elder said, "For now, Profound Nine is in charge of all our operations in Great Xia."

"Him?" Titanic Strength complained, "We're late-stage Sunmoons. Do we need to listen to him as well?"

After a slight hesitation, the eighth elder explained, "For now. This will not last after we withdraw from the Human Realm. Our plan is already in play and it won't be wise to change it for some new members."

Titanic Strength still appeared resentful. Su Yu took this chance to complain, "Eighth Elder, why don't we forget about this? I'm afraid that their disobedience will ruin our plans. These people are different from our white masks. Instead of helping, they might end up foiling our plan."

Titanic Strength had the urge to start cussing. Why was this guy rejecting them when it should be the other way around? Wait, well, he did try rejecting this guy. But that was understandable since they were weaker. Who was this guy to reject them?

The eighth elder laughed, "Be polite, Profound Nine. After joining, they will be one of us..."

Su Yu said, "In that case, I hope they will actually obey. Otherwise, you should just keep them with you, Eighth Elder. I'm not interested in falling into danger due to their disobedience."

"I doubt that will happen." The eighth elder said, "Titanic Strength and the other sect masters are all reasonable people. This is only a temporary arrangement. Titanic Strength, after joining the pavilion, you will first serve as white masks. First Profound will be your temporary direct superiors."

Titanic Strength hesitated and asked, "First Profound? Why not you, Eighth Elder?"

The eighth elder explained, "If you're assigned under the Enforcement Unit, you will lack flexibility in the future. The Enforcement Unit is special as our members are not allowed to leave after joining. As for the other departments, reassignments are allowed."

Titanic Strength nodded, hesitated slightly, and asked again, "Eighth Elder, I still have something to ask..."

"What is it?"

"The Heavenly Hunt Pavilion is known for its information network. I wish to buy some information..."

"That won't be an issue."

Titanic Strength said, "It's not simple. It might be very important. The information must be accurate."

Surprised, the eighth elder said, "Sure. What do you wish to know? I don't specialize in this part of the business, but you can tell me about it. If it's really important, I can personally contact the Yellow Department head. That's the department in charge of intelligence."

After a short silence, Titanic Strength switched to voice transmission, "Can I ask if the third principal of Great Xia Cultural Research Academy really dead?"

"Hmm?" The eighth elder asked doubtfully through voice transmission, "Of course he's dead. There are clear records of his death..."

"But I still want to learn more about that. Can I get the pavilion to investigate more about this? Additionally, I also need the background of First Divine Sect master investigated."

"You mean..."

"This isn't a secret anymore. During our meeting yesterday, Sect Master Lan Tian voiced his suspicion that First Divine Sect master is actually Nan Wujiang. This information will start spreading before long. I believe only the pavilion is able to figure out the truth. If that's really the case...this might be enough to get all cultists to give up and submit to the pavilion. After all, if he is really Nan Wujiang, the remnants of the cult will no longer have a reason or the motivation to resist the pavilion."

Titanic Strength had mixed feelings as he recalled what he heard during the meeting yesterday. He sighed inwardly. If First Divine was really Nan Wujiang, what even was the point of everything they had done all these years? The very leader they all relied upon and respected was actually someone from Great Xia. Why should they continue working for the cult, then? It was completely pointless.

The eighth elder was greatly shocked. Nan Wujiang? Was he not dead? And he had even joined the Myriad Race Cult before becoming the master of the First Divine Sect?

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Not even the eighth elder could keep his calm upon hearing something like that. What was wrong with the human race? Was every human an expert schemer?

Had Nan Wujiang faked his death?

He said, "Fine. I'll contact the Yellow Department immediately. They're better at intelligence gathering. Wait for my reply."

Meanwhile, Su Yu was left waiting curiously while the two conversed through voice transmission. What were they talking about? Why were they being so secretive? He felt left out.

Had they forgotten that he was the person in charge right now? They should pay him more attention!

Fine, fine. He had to admit that he was too weak to be worth their attention.

Bored, he started instigating First Profound again, "Elder, they're leaving you out!"

First Profound didn't even deign to mount a reply.

"Elder, guess what they're talking about."

First Profound continued ignoring him. However, Silverwing seemed to have noticed Profound Nine's curiosity. Through a voice transmission, he said, "Lord, I remember hearing something from the master of a small sect. Since nobody knows how true that is, I didn't mention it to you. This is probably what Titanic Strength is talking about."

"What is it?"