NOVEL WEB Chapter 111: Soul Land—Chapter 111: Tang San—"Ning Fengzhi Has Already Found a Way to Die"
Soul Land—Chapter 111: Tang San—"Ning Fengzhi Has Already Found a Way to Die"
"A contract is an agreement that both parties must abide by.
Through the contract, we can provide you with resources, funds, and support. In return, you need to hand over the production and utilization methods of the hidden weapon to us."
Tang San frowned, glanced at Ning Rongrong, and said, "Master Ning, maybe Rongrong didn't tell you. My hidden weapon is not an ordinary thing. Its production and use methods involve many unique techniques and secret skills, which have never been passed on.
If we want to cooperate, it can only involve processing parts and raw materials. The final assembly of the hidden weapon can only be done by me.
Since Sect Master Ning is so interested in my hidden weapon, he must have tried to disassemble and restore it, but without my unique techniques and secret skills, it is impossible to restore it."
"Tang San, I admire your persistence and principles," Ning Fengzhi said slowly. "But I hope you can take a look at this Godly Zhuge Crossbow."
As he spoke, he pushed over a replica of the Godly Zhuge Crossbow. Although it was not made by Tang San himself, its appearance and structure were about 80% similar to the original, and its power was retained at around 80%. Its craftsmanship was also impressive.
This Godly Zhuge Crossbow was imitated by Ling Qianyao. In this era where spiritual power cultivation was not common, it might be difficult for others to crack Tang San's hidden weapon.
But Ling Qianyao relied on the illusion-breaking eye to imitate most of the power of the Godly Zhuge Crossbow.
Compared to the soul guidance devices of later generations, the complexity of this hidden weapon is insignificant.
A trace of surprise and anger flashed in Tang San's eyes. After taking the Godly Zhuge Crossbow, a flash of murderous intent crossed his face. "Can I test-fire it?"
Ning Fengzhi nodded. "Of course."
"Bang bang bang—"
After testing the power of the Godly Zhuge Crossbow, Tang San's expression grew gloomier. The hidden weapons of his Tang Sect were poured with countless efforts and wisdom of his ancestors. Each one was a unique masterpiece.
Sect disciples are strictly forbidden from transferring the manufacturing and usage methods of hidden weapons. This is the rule of the Tang Sect and the foundation of its strength.
Just like non-inner disciples are not allowed to practice Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record!
"Master Ning, isn't it a bit too much for you to show me something like this?" Tang San's voice was filled with suppressed anger. "What does it mean to copy my hidden weapon without my permission?"
"Humph." Sword Douluo snorted coldly. The pressure from his body made Tang San sober up instantly, but the anger in his heart did not dissipate.
Ning Fengzhi shook his head. "Tang San, I am not provoking you, nor am I trying to steal your secrets. I just want you to know that many talented people exist in this world, and your hidden weapon has already appeared publicly. It is not impossible to replicate.
Think about it: as long as a hidden weapon flows into the outside world, it is only a matter of time before it is copied—this could be in days, years, or even decades. For mechanical devices like this, if a soul master perseveres in exploring the internal structure, he will one day uncover the mystery.
And now, you still have other hidden weapons. Why not maximize the use of these resources while their value is still high?
We can cooperate to promote your hidden weapons, let more people recognize their power, and simultaneously bring unprecedented wealth to you and us."
Tang San's face darkened. He quickly understood the reason, but the persistence and principles in his heart made it difficult for him to compromise easily.
"Master Ning, it's not that I don't want to, but the method of making this hidden weapon cannot be easily passed on to outsiders, unless..."
Qian Renxue raised her eyebrows. "Unless what?"
Tang San gritted his teeth. "I hope to establish a sect in the future. If you become a disciple of my sect or an honorary elder, I will teach you everything I know."
Ning Fengzhi touched his chin. "Tang San, do you know how many gold soul coins are needed to establish and maintain a sect?"
"This..." Tang San was stunned. "I don't know."
"Five million," Ning Fengzhi said plainly. "A small sect—even one not as powerful as the four lower sects—requires this amount to establish and operate.
Moreover, this is only the basic expense. If you want to develop the sect and attract more soul masters, the funds needed are immeasurable.
I can also tell you that even the daily operational expenses of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect exceed this number. Maintaining a sect's operation involves not only money but also resources and connections."
"Five Million—" Tang San was stunned. He had always thought of rebuilding the Tang Sect in the other world, where he would be the founder and patriarch. The restriction that the Mysterious Heaven Treasure Record not be passed on to outer disciples would no longer apply to him.
He could also use this achievement to erase the mistakes of his previous life, and the condemnation from elders would disappear forever from his mind.
It was just that he was not yet strong, and various conditions were not yet mature, which was why he had not brought it up sooner.
He grew up from the bottom, and he understood what this number meant. The Spirit Hall's monthly subsidy for soul elders was only a few gold soul coins. After becoming a soul elder, there was no subsidy at all.
Could he rely on soul-fighting competition to make money? How could that be possible?
He originally viewed hidden weapons as the source of his funds, hoping to accumulate wealth by manufacturing and selling them. That's why he let Ning Rongrong return to the sect with a set of hidden weapons.
Otherwise, based on Ning Rongrong's usual attitude toward Yu Xiaogang, he would not have given her an entire set of Hidden Weapons.
However, producing hidden weapons requires materials, time, and a stable sales channel—all of which he didn't have readily available.
Initially, he could take a leading position because of his unbreakable hidden weapon manufacturing process. But the appearance of the Godly Zhuge Crossbow made him anxious, forcing him to reconsider the costs and benefits.
'Hateful! Ning Fengzhi, from the Seven Treasures Glazed Sect—you're not even from our Tang Sect, but you dare to crack our sect's hidden weapons without authorization. You're asking for death.'
'If I get the chance in the future, I will avenge today's humiliation.'
"How about this, Tang San? I want 100 sets of all your hidden weapons first. I will arrange the funds, but I need a time limit. If you complete it within the specified time, we can continue our cooperation for your final assembly.
Otherwise, as a breach of contract, you must hand over the production method of the hidden weapons and compensate part of the funds."
Tang San was shocked upon hearing this.
"Okay, I accept this condition. But the time limit must be set by me, and I need absolute support. During the production process, any interference could cause failure. If I fail, I will only hand over the production method of one hidden weapon."
He murmured to himself, 'At most, I'll give you a bone-piercing nail or something similar.'
Ning Fengzhi chuckled. "Okay."
Tang San smiled slightly, already formulating a plan: "Give me three months. After three months, I will produce 100 sets of hidden weapons."
Ning Fengzhi handed him a red card. The number on it made his head a little dizzy.
After sending Tang San away, Qian Renxue and Ning Fengzhi exchanged smiles—Tang San's breach of contract was a foregone conclusion. He would be played to death sooner or later.
(End of this chapter)