Chapter 303: Li Ping: How could everything in the Tang Clan be normal?
Chapter 303: Li Ping: How could everything in the Tang Clan be normal?
"Sister Tian'er."
"Sweetie!"
"I told you, don't call me Sweetie."
Song Tian'er pinched the girl's face: "But your smile is too sweet. I've never seen anyone smile as sweetly as you."
She then introduced Tang Tian to Li Ping and the other person: "This is Tang Tian from the Tang Clan."
"Sweetie, this is Li Ping, the sect leader of the Search God Palace, and this is Huang Rong, the heroine."
Li Ping agreed with Song Tian'er; this girl named Tang Tian had such a sweet smile!
A pure, sweet, and adorable girl!
It's way too sweet; even my old heart is melting...
However, Li Ping still vaguely remembered the name Tang Tian. She should be a character from the Wen family's martial arts world, but he couldn't quite recall the details.
It doesn't feel right, but he's not exactly a righteous character.
Upon hearing this, Tang Tian's eyes lit up and her gaze immediately locked onto Li Ping.
The Tang Clan sent invitations to various sects in Sichuan, mainly to connect with fellow martial artists in Sichuan and discuss business matters.
Even gangs in the martial arts world need to eat!
Large, orthodox sects like Shaolin and Wudang typically become large landowners, collecting rent, lending money to farmers at exorbitant interest rates, and engaging in legitimate businesses.
Most martial arts sects engage in shady dealings.
Collecting protection money, running brothels, casinos, and smuggling salt—these are all considered good!
Hitmen, thieves, robbers... whatever makes money quickly, that's the foundation of most underworld gangs.
The Tang Clan was originally the type that did everything, whether it was ancient or warm-style martial arts, the Tang Clan was a behemoth in the martial arts world.
However, the Tang Clan of today is not like it was in the original world. It is impossible to be as ambitious as before in the martial arts world, and it is impossible to dominate Sichuan. Therefore, they contacted fellow martial artists to understand the sphere of influence of various gangs and factions in order to facilitate their future operations.
Tang Tian originally thought that it was already a great honor for Li Ping to send a disciple with his reputation, but she did not expect that Li Ping would come with his confidante!
This is absolutely fantastic!
Even in this world, Tang Tian's ambition has not diminished in the slightest. If she could get on the good side of this powerful figure, she might even be able to win over Li Ping...
Of course, she wouldn't be foolish enough to do anything now; she simply bowed respectfully and led Li Ping and his party into the hall.
She looked at everyone and exhaled loudly, "The arrival of Sect Master Li of the Search God Palace brings great honor to the Tang Clan. On behalf of the entire Tang Clan, Tang Tian respectfully welcomes the number one person in the world."
The bustling hall suddenly fell silent.
Everyone stood up and immediately bowed to Li Ping.
Li Ping just looked at Tang Tian like that. Tang Tian had a bitter look on her face and transmitted her voice to Li Ping: "Hero Li, the Tang Clan is really outnumbered and outmatched right now. I have no choice but to borrow your strength."
Li Ping shook his head, "You've really figured out how to play the fox borrowing the tiger's power."
Li Ping clasped his hands in greeting to the crowd and said, "Greetings to all fellow martial arts practitioners."
Afterwards, he and Huang Rong found seats on their own, not letting her lead the way or give her a chance to ride on their fame.
Tang Tian sighed inwardly. It wasn't so easy to take advantage of the prestige of the number one person in the world.
As expected, at this point, no one is a fool.
However, one day, I will be able to win you over...
In terms of looks, I'm no less attractive than Huang Rong; and in terms of understanding men, she definitely doesn't understand them as well as I do.
Afterwards, Tang Tian took the people from Tianxiangtang to discuss business.
Li Ping used his spiritual sense to monitor Bai Suzhen and the others. He promised Chu Liuxiang and Yang Guo that he would protect their safety, and at the same time, he greeted one old acquaintance after another.
The person sent by Emei is Abbess Miejue, who is now practically becoming Emei's diplomatic ambassador.
There was also a young man with an extraordinary demeanor who greeted Li Ping warmly upon seeing him: "Liu Suifeng greets Hero Li."
Willows swaying in the wind?
Did he come too?
It seems he was originally a disciple of the Tang Clan, so it's normal for him to come here.
But is Liu Wu such an enthusiastic person?
Liu Suifeng said, "Hero Li, I am from the Commanding Division. Commander Li said that we should show more respect to Hero Li than to him."
Li Ping had saved Li Chenzhou several times, and in Liu Suifeng's view, this was more important than saving his own life.
Li Ping felt relieved.
In addition, Shaolin also sent people, namely the five masters of the "Feng Hua Xue Yue Can" generation from the Wen lineage of Jianghu.
The fact that these people can challenge Yan Kuangtu when they join forces only shows how profound Shaolin's foundation is.
In addition, there is the world of the Tang Dynasty, Jie Hui of Duzun Fortress (Song Que's sworn brother), and Sina of the Sichuan Gang...
There was another person Li Ping didn't expect, namely Poison Hand Qian Luo, whom he had fought before. He was one of the top ten masters on the Black List in the world of "Overturning Clouds and Rain".
Li Ping was somewhat surprised: "Brother Qian, you're also in Sichuan?"
Qian Luo laughed and said, "I used to establish an organization called Mountain City. Brother Li, where do you think I was born?"
Oh, Chongqing lad!
In addition, there are more than a dozen small and medium-sized sects in Sichuan, as well as some wandering martial artists; there are quite a few of them.
Li Ping then looked at Liu Suifeng: "By the way, how have you been lately, Brother Li?"
Liu Suifeng said, "He went to the grasslands again to gather information. He said the Tatars' intention to invade the south was very clear. The Tatars have many experts, and it's difficult for the military to get information about them. Only the Commander-in-Chief can do that. He has to go to the front line to command..."
Li Ping's eyes widened. "No, Lao Li, you're that fierce?"
Why go back after just getting hammered once?
May the Bodhisattva bless him!
Not long after, Tang Tian brought Bai Suzhen and the others out. Both sides were all smiles, and everything seemed normal. Tang Tian arranged for them to stand next to Li Ping.
So what exactly happened to Bai Suzhen and the others?
This has nothing to do with the Tang Clan?
Li Ping then looked at Tang Tian and asked curiously, "By the way, how many people are there in your Tang Clan now?"
For so long, apart from a few servants, he only saw Tang Tian and Tang Fang busy running around.
Tang Tian sighed, a rare occurrence for her: "Including the old lady, there are only 7 people, 4 of whom are members of the Tang Clan from another world."
That certainly diminishes their strength, but with Grandma Tang around, they still have enough influence.
Li Ping has a very deep memory of this one.
Because she was able to go head-to-head with Xiao Qiushui, who had mastered the Forgetfulness Manual. Although she didn't win, she eventually imprisoned Xiao Qiushui for seven years.
Li Ping couldn't even imagine how Xiao Qiushui survived the seven years she was trapped.
The world of martial arts is truly amazing!
Soon, Grandma Tang came out.
In Li Ping's memory, Old Mrs. Tang should be an old lady in her eighties or nineties, a mean-spirited, stubborn, and cunning old woman.
But to his surprise, Mrs. Tang looked like just a middle-aged woman. Moreover, she was elegant and refined, and very polite.
It can only be said that stereotypes are deadly.
Of course, it could also be related to the fact that the Tang Clan's power is far less than before.
Old Madam Tang smiled and said, "I have met you all. It is an honor that you have taken time out of your busy schedules to come to the Tang Clan's establishment of a sect in this new world..."
Her speech was very amiable, but it was all just polite talk. Li Ping felt sleepy listening to it and just wanted her to finish quickly so the meal could begin...
Just then, the sound of weapons clashing came from the doorway, and someone shouted: "The Tang Clan is treacherous and cunning, harboring evil intentions. They have invited you all here with ulterior motives. Fellow martial artists, please do not fall for their tricks."
Li Ping's spirits lifted. Has it finally arrived?
There was definitely a problem!
But Tang Tian's face turned black with anger.
Yes, she is ambitious, very ambitious.
But she had only just arrived in this world, she didn't understand anything, and she hadn't done anything.
This time, I don't want to do anything else. I just want to build rapport with everyone and talk about business!
So you're saying we harbor malicious intentions?
Li Ping said, "What's going on? Why don't we call them in and ask them what's going on..."
As soon as Li Ping spoke, everyone stared at Old Madam Tang, and some even gripped their weapons!
Grandma Tang said calmly, "Let them in..."
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