I Can See Your Combat Power

Chapter 998: Chapter Two Hundred Ninety-Two: Cut Expenses and Save Resources Chapter 998: Chapter Two Hundred Ninety-Two: Cut Expenses and Save Resources “`
Although it was only their first meeting, Tang Luo keenly sensed an inexplicable hostility from Ji Chen, which prompted him to frown and ask, “What exactly does Ji Chen have to say?”

“Ji Chen just wants to inquire how the Tang Clan, as allies of our clan, intends to reciprocate after taking three million spirit herbs and precious grasses from Beimang every year!”

With his hands resting on the arms of the chair, Ji Chen leaned slightly forward, staring into Tang Luo’s eyes, and said, “As members of noble families, the Saint Child should understand that no one’s resources are brought by the wind. In the past, when the Tang Clan was a weaker force tucked away in a corner of Xiling, our clan naturally did not demand much. But now, as the Tang Clan has become a top-tier power with seven great cities under its control and countless strong players from the Fierce Realm, shouldn’t some sincerity be shown?”

“Hmm… So that’s the reason.” Tang Luo chuckled with a hint of realization, turning his head to glance at the expressionless Ji Fu and then back at the imposing Ji Chen, as he softly laughed and said, “You make some sense, but I wonder, what kind of sincerity does the Ji Clan desire?”

Ji Chen sat up straight and indifferently said, “That is for the nobles to consider themselves. However, there’s one thing the Saint Child should realize: when farmers leave leftovers for dogs, it’s to give them the strength to guard the house. If one day the dog stops barking, do you think the farmer will continue to feed it?”

Comparing the Tang Clan to a guard dog and the spirit herb transactions as feeding was almost an insult, and even Ji Fu, who was beside them, couldn’t help frowning.

Tang Luo, who originally seemed relaxed, also caught on to Ji Chen’s words.