Chapter 3442 Compromise, Close to Reconciliation?

"The sect leader did not respond."

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"Breaking news! The feud between the Nine Cauldrons Sect and the Sword Sect, which we thought was resolved, turned out to be completely different from what we expected. The reason why the two sects have been completely silent over the past period of time is that their sect leaders are not in their respective sects, but in the Thousand Machines Sect."

"They have been discussing terms and negotiating with the Thousand Machines Sect, and I heard that a result is imminent."

A piece of news suddenly came out, triggering a violent storm.

After all, in their eyes, the matter was over and there was nothing more to worry about.

As for worrying, there's no need for that at all.

But to their surprise, things weren't as they thought at all; the problem wasn't solved at all.

The two factions have been vying for power, but only in secret.

"What might the outcome be? Has any news leaked out?"

While a result may be obtained, what that result will be is completely unpredictable.

It could be a good outcome, or it could be a disastrous situation for them.

Of course, people with different purposes will have different thoughts about these results.

Those who hope to see two major battles certainly hope that the negotiations fail.

"No news has come in yet; we'll probably only find out when the results are in."

The man shook his head and said.

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However, this incident was even more explosive, erupting instantly and attracting everyone's attention in a very short time.

"How did the news leak out?"

"Didn't the sect leader say that it must not be spread before the result is achieved, and it must be kept secret?"

"Who is it?"

Inside the Sword Sect's main hall, they were all burning with rage. If it weren't for the presence of a spy, things would have spiraled out of their control.

"Could they be from the Nine Cauldrons Sect? After all, they have different purposes from the Nine Cauldrons Sect."

"It's not impossible, but we can't rule out the possibility that it came from the Thousand Machines Sect. Even so, we still need to investigate whether it originated from our sect."

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"Why did the sect leader suddenly order us to release this information?"

That's right, the leak of this information actually came from the Nine Cauldrons Sect.

Arranged by Du Daosheng.

However, only the two of them knew the outcome of their discussion.

Du Daosheng's purpose was actually quite obvious.

That's the kind of explosive power needed, and the hope is that it can spread further.

It attracted attention, hoping to be noticed by Lin Yi's other two bodies.

Currently, there is still no news about Lin Yi's other two figures.

I don't know what's going on.

Of course, the past time is still too short. It seems like more than ten years have passed, but the Holy Land is really too big.

More than ten years is far too short for them.

The crowd was puzzled, but they didn't press for details and instead speculated about what had happened.

"Forget it, let's not dwell on it. Since the sect leader chose to do this, he must have a purpose."

"It will definitely benefit our sect, but we don't know what the terms of the deal will be."

They themselves knew that it was impossible to trade under the original terms.

Even their sect couldn't produce a ninth-tier spiritual vein and top-grade spiritual crystals.

That's a deal that's impossible to make with them.

They didn't even have any illusions.

"I believe the sect leader will strive to maximize the benefits."

They would certainly agree with this; there's no doubt about it.

Moreover, they have reached a tacit understanding that it is definitely not a bad outcome, and they are heading towards a major battle between the two factions.

This matter has been going on for so many years, it's really time to resolve it.

"I don't know what's going on with Lin Yi."

Since the sect leader left, they have been unable to enter the Holy Abode Hall, so they are naturally unaware of Lin Yi's situation.

However, after staying in the Holy Abode for so long, Lin Yi's condition must have improved a lot.

"Let's talk about it when the sect leader returns."

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"One Dao Treasure and a thousand high-grade spirit crystals are our final conditions. If you do not agree, there is no need to discuss this further."

Du Daosheng said with utmost determination.

Dao treasures are naturally supreme treasures of the Dao, but they are definitely not the Dao artifacts listed on the Dao artifact ranking list.

Dao artifacts are extremely precious; each one is a treasure that protects the sect.

However, for the Sword Sect, producing a Dao artifact is not a particularly difficult task.

At this point, it's clear that the conditions have changed drastically; there are no longer any ninth-tier spiritual veins or top-grade spiritual crystals.

Of course, if the Yin-Yang Soul Beast were here, it certainly wouldn't need any Dao artifacts or supreme treasures, since even if they were given to them, they wouldn't be able to use them.

It will certainly maximize its benefits and be of great help to it in the present.

It's obvious what demands they'll make. A ninth-order spiritual vein is impossible to obtain, but what about an eighth-order spiritual vein?

If the Yin-Yang Soul Beast were here, it would definitely make a request for an eighth-order spiritual vein, since an eighth-order spiritual vein is exactly what Lin Yi needs.

Moreover, he had promised the little tree that stole the heavens that he would find a spiritual vein for it and obtain the essence of wood.

The Sword Sect would never produce a ninth-order spiritual vein, but an eighth-order spiritual vein is not a difficult thing for them.

Moreover, it is believed that multiple spiritual veins can be obtained.

However, for Du Daosheng, how could an eighth-order spiritual vein compare to a Dao treasure?

The current conditions are a Dao artifact and a thousand high-grade spirit crystals.

If the other party agrees, the Nine Cauldrons Sect will also reap enormous rewards.

"Three top-tier Heavenly Profound Artifacts and one thousand mid-grade spirit crystals—this is the limit our sect can afford."

Dao Ren appeared to show absolutely no intention of compromising.

It's impossible to take out a Dao artifact.

Of course, for them, the current conditions are much better than the conditions initially proposed by the Nine Cauldrons Sect.

It's fair to say they're completely incomparable.

But it's still impossible for me to agree.

"Heh, if that's the case, then there's nothing more to say."

Du Daosheng stood up, as if he had lost patience and was no longer prepared to continue the negotiations, and left the Thousand Machine Sect.

"Three top-tier Heavenly Profound Artifacts and five hundred high-grade spirit crystals—if that still can't solve the problem, then this is the only option."

Dao Ren also stood up, stated his conditions, and seemed to be preparing to leave.

However, none of them stepped out of the main hall.

It's clear that both of them want to resolve this issue.

Moreover, this situation has occurred countless times over the years.

"Spiritual veins?"

Suddenly, Du Daosheng felt a little confused.

He received a message that someone was trying to persuade him to choose the conditions for the spiritual vein.

"Sect Master Du, that's five hundred high-grade spirit crystals."