Chapter 156: Ning Fengzhi Desires a Marriage Alliance
"Second, if any party in the Alliance is targeted by Spirit Hall, the other parties must immediately mobilize their forces to assist and must absolutely not stand by and watch."
"Do you have any objections to these two core covenant terms?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Tang Xiao looked at everyone.
"It should be so. We have no objections."
Ning Fengzhi and Prince Xue Xing spoke almost at the same time, without the slightest hesitation.
The others also nodded in agreement one after another.
At this moment, Prince Xue Xing thought for a moment and proposed, "Sect Master Tang, this prince has a suggestion."
Tang Xiao raised his hand in gesture. "Please speak, Prince."
Prince Xue Xing said solemnly, "Our respective forces are far apart. Once an unexpected event occurs, the transmission of information might be slow, which could delay critical military opportunities."
"In this prince's opinion, we can secretly establish multiple contact points across the continent, and have them entirely managed by agility-attack system Soul Masters."
"This is an excellent proposal." Tang Xiao immediately nodded.
Then, his gaze shifted and fell upon a man seated on the outer perimeter:
"Bai He."
Being named in public by the Sect Master, Bai He's expression turned solemn. Not daring to be negligent in the slightest, he immediately stood up, straightened his posture, and focused his mind as he awaited instructions.
At this moment, Bai He was at the Peak of his prime. He had a full head of pitch-black hair, a ruddy complexion, was full of vitality, and had an upright posture, completely lacking the decrepit appearance of his later years.
After all, the Clear Sky Sect still stood at the Peak of the continent, and as one of its affiliated forces, the Speed Clan lived a stable and comfortable life, without any need to tighten their belts.
Tang Xiao instructed, "Clan Chief Bai, this heavy responsibility will be left entirely to your Speed Clan."
"This subordinate obeys your command." Bai He bowed and cupped his hands. "Everyone in my Speed Clan will certainly perform our duties to the utmost, and we will never fail the trust of the Sect Master and our allies."
At this moment, Bai He's heart was filled with excitement and invigoration.
Among the Four Single-Attribute Clans, because the Speed Clan had no advantages other than speed, they had the lowest status, had been marginalized the most for a long time, and were allocated the fewest resources by the Sect.
Having led the Speed Clan for many years, he had always yearned for the Speed Clan to be truly valued by the Sect.
Today, the task assigned by Tang Xiao was extremely important; perhaps because of this, the Speed Clan would completely escape their marginalized situation.
Time passed quietly.
After finalizing the communication and liaison arrangements, everyone discussed the details of the covenant one by one.
As well as winning over other forces, both large and small, and so on...
In addition, they also discussed the issue of resource sharing.
The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was incredibly wealthy and could provide financial support.
The Clear Sky Sect's forging techniques were unrivaled in the world, and they could provide high-quality weapons.
The Heaven Dou Empire, on the other hand, could provide supplies and military support.
The entire meeting lasted for a full hour, and all the terms of the covenant were finalized.
Tang Xiao let out a long sigh of relief. His gaze swept over everyone, and a faint smile appeared on his face.
"Everyone, if there is nothing else, today's meeting will conclude here."
Naturally, no one had any objections, and they departed one after another.
Before long, people from the Heaven Dou Imperial Family escorted Prince Xue Xing away from the Clear Sky Sect.
However, Ning Fengzhi and Sword Douluo had not left yet, still standing in front of the Clear Sky Sect's gate.
"School Master Ning, do you have other matters?" Tang Xiao looked at Ning Fengzhi in confusion.
"Sect Master Tang," Ning Fengzhi said with a faint smile, "I have a private matter I would like to discuss with you."
"Oh? I wonder what it is?" Tang Xiao raised an eyebrow, naturally feeling curious.
"Sect Master Tang, you are not yet married, are you?"
"I happen to have a younger sister. She is of excellent appearance, intelligent, and has quite good talent. She would be a good match for Sect Master Tang. If Sect Master Tang is interested, I would be willing to act as a matchmaker to facilitate this marriage."
Ning Fengzhi had his own considerations for proposing this.
Since Bone Douluo Gu Rong was killed, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and Spirit Hall had become open enemies.
Gu Rong's death was the greatest blow suffered by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, reducing the Sect's combat power by more than half all at once. With the current strength of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, they simply could not contend with Spirit Hall.
Moreover, this so-called Alliance was merely based on mutual interests.
One day, if faced with immense temptation of interests or a moment of life and death, they might very well scatter when disaster strikes.
Therefore, he needed a stronger and more lasting bond to tightly bind the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Clear Sky Sect together.
And as the Sect Master of the Clear Sky Sect, if a marriage Alliance could be formed with Tang Xiao, the weight of this relationship would be far heavier than a temporary Alliance.
Tang Xiao was slightly taken aback, and then he frowned.
He had not expected Ning Fengzhi to propose a marriage Alliance at this time.
After a moment of silence, he said in a deep voice:
"I appreciate School Master Ning's kind intentions, but let us discuss this matter at a later date."
Although Tang Xiao was nearly fifty years old, in his bones, he was not someone willing to settle.
He and Ning Fengzhi's younger sister were complete strangers.
Furthermore, marriage is a major event, especially a marriage Alliance between two great upper Sects, which is no small matter. This was not just a matter between two individuals, but a significant event for both Sects, and it still required the consent of his father and grandfather.
Seeing that Tang Xiao did not reject him outright, Ning Fengzhi was secretly delighted and smiled.
"Very well. Marriage is indeed a matter that should be approached with caution. Sect Master Tang may take his time to consider it, and I shall quietly await your good news."
Tang Xiao nodded, saying nothing more.
"Then I shall take my leave."
"School Master Ning, Your Holiness Sword Douluo, take care."
Chen Xin manifested the Seven Kill Sword, carrying Ning Fengzhi onto the blade, and flew into the sky.
Not long after, Tang Xiao went to the back mountain alone.
In the small courtyard where Tang Chen lived, he brought up the marriage Alliance Ning Fengzhi had mentioned.
Tang Chen pondered for a moment, then said in a deep voice:
"Xiao'er, you are no longer young. The Sect indeed needs fresh blood, and this matter has no disadvantages for the Clear Sky Sect."
In fact, in his heart, he also hoped that the Clear Sky Sect could birth another Genius like Tang Hao, whom he could nurture during his own lifetime.
Tang Xiao nodded. "Yes, your grandson understands."
At this time, Tang Xiao had not traveled together with Tang Hao as he did in the original trajectory, meeting Ah Yin and falling in love with her at the same time; therefore, there was no one in his heart to worry about.
Therefore, even if it were a marriage Alliance, he did not have the slightest reluctance.
Furthermore, he was indeed no longer young, being nearly fifty, and it was time to consider the next generation.
Most importantly, now that Tang Hao was gone, he was the only male left in the direct line of descent, and the Legacy could not be broken through him.
Afterward, Tang Xiao briefly reported today's Alliance matters once more.
"Mm, you have done very well. If there is nothing else, you may withdraw," Tang Chen said calmly.
"Your grandson takes his leave." Tang Xiao turned and left the small courtyard.
Tang Chen looked at Tang Xiao's departing figure and sighed.
Over the past few days, he had entered Slaughter City once again, single-mindedly wanting to investigate the cause of Tang Hao's death, but after several inquiries, he still could not find any trace of a clue.
After all, after several years, people died every day in Slaughter City, and those who had witnessed it with their own eyes back then had likely all died long ago.
However, he did not give up just like that, but sent out Sect scouts, attempting to find traces of Su Mo.
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