<h4>Chapter 1461: Chapter 1769: Qi Yong (3)</h4>


    Ling Chen couldn’t help butugh, "This is interesting; Qi Yong suddenly took four spots, and Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion also has four spots. This makes it very difficult for Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion to gain control over the Martial Arts Association. Elder Tong, in the end, you have be the most critical person."


    "Indeed! That’s true. I originally thought my vote was insignificant, but Qi Yong’s actions made my vote be the most important one, which is a pleasant surprise. Nevertheless, Qi Yong shares the same thoughts as us. He knows very well that once he controls five spots within the Martial Arts Association, he can influence any decision."


    "Elder Tong, do you think Qi Yong wille to see you?"


    As soon as Ling Chen’s voice fell, Tian Hanzhong ran in from outside, "Master, Vice Master, a guest has arrived outside. He ims to be Qi Yong and wishes to meet the Martial Arts Association’s Chairman."


    "Ha!" He Ziyun said with a smile, "Speak of the devil, and he shall appear. So, are you interested in meeting him?"


    "Since he’s here, we shouldn’t reject him. Besides, he is now a part of the Martial Arts Association, so it’s only polite and reasonable for me to see him." At this, Tong Zhentian turned to look at Ling Chen and asked, "Would you like to go with me to meet him?"


    "Sure." Ling Chen nodded, "I’m very curious about what kind of person Qi Yong is."


    "Your health has just recovered, so you should be cautious," Ling Gengqiu reminded.


    "Don’t worry, you’re here, aren’t you? Even if something really happens, you can still back me up," Ling Chenughed, then followed Tong Zhentian’s footsteps towards the hall of the branch.


    Soon, they arrived at the hall, one after another.


    "Please sit."


    Ling Chen shook his head, "No need, I’m fine standing. Qi Yong is here to see you; I’ll just handle the tea serving." As soon as he finished speaking, Tian Hanzhong brought a middle-aged man in, walking briskly from outside the hall.


    "Master, Qi Yong is here."


    "Elder Tong, apologies for intruding," Qi Yong cupped his fists towards Tong Zhentian, his face full of respect.


    "Sect Leader Qi, no need to be so formal. You are a distinguished guest at our Dragon Tiger Hall, please sit." Saying that, Tong Zhentian gave a meaningful look to Ling Chen, who immediately understood, and handed the freshly brewed tea to Qi Yong, "Please enjoy."


    Qi Yong swiftly stood up and epted the teacup with both hands, saying nervously, "How could I dare let Master Ling personally brew tea for me?"


    Upon hearing this, Ling Chen looked at him with a smile that wasn’t quite a smile, and asked, "You know me? If I remember correctly, this should be our first meeting."


    "Ha ha!" Qi Yongughed, "Master Ling is a renowned figure in Martial Arts. Although we’ve never met, I’ve long admired you and have always wanted to meet you."


    "Sect Leader Qi is indeed thoughtful."


    "Not at all; I have no particr hobby except for making friends with capable people. If Master Ling doesn’t mind, I would love to be friends with you."


    Ling Chen smiled faintly, "Let’s see how things unfold. If we’repatible, we’ll be friends sooner orter." After saying that, Ling Chen shifted the conversation, "Alright! Sect Leader Qi, I won’t interrupt your discussion with Elder Tong. You two take your time chatting, don’t mind me."


    "Chairman Tong," Qi Yong turned his gaze to Tong Zhentian and said, "I came mainly to discuss something with Chairman Tong."


    "Looking for me?" Tong Zhentian said meaningfully, "Sect Leader Qi, we’re all members of the Martial Arts Association. If you have something to discuss, you coulde to the Martial Arts Association. Whye to Dragon Tiger Hall? Is it that what you want to discuss can’t be known by others?"


    "Elder Tong deserves his reputation as an elder in Martial Arts, seeing through my thoughts with just a nce. That’s right! What I want to discuss today involves Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, and Elder Tong surely wouldn’t want them to know."


    "Actually, even without you saying, I could guess your intention. Cooperation!" Tong Zhentian slowly uttered thest two words.


    "Since Elder Tong already knows my intention, let me speak frankly." Qi Yong said with a smile, "The Martial Arts Association has a total of nine spots. I, like Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, have four spots. If you add Chairman Tong’s spot, we’ll have five spots, overriding Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. Chairman Tong, the benefits should be clear, and I believe it’s a mutually beneficial proposition you wouldn’t refuse."


    Tong Zhentian said indifferently, "Sect Leader Qi, I think you might have misunderstood something. Do you know why we are restructuring the Martial Arts Association? Our main purpose is to promote the development of Martial Arts and expand Huaxia Martial Arts. The entire Martial Arts needs positivepetition. While Dragon Tiger Hall and Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion may engage in overt and covert struggles, we won’t use despicable means to achieve victory."


    Qi Yong said with a forced smile, "Chairman Tong, I’m not quite sure what you mean."


    "It’s very simple, the Martial Arts Association can havepetition, but no ambition. Sect Leader Qi, do you understand?"


    Upon hearing this, Qi Yong slowly put away his smile and replied, "Chairman Tong, isn’t ambition also a factor in promoting Martial Arts?"


    "Perhaps you’re right, but history tells us that ambition often leads to destruction. Sect Leader Qi, I acknowledge your capabilities. However, I hope you can change your mindset and not trap yourself, ending up with nothing." After saying this, Tong Zhentian stood up from his seat, "I’m tired; if you have no other matters, I’ll go rest."


    Watching Tong Zhentian turn to leave, Qi Yong said, "Chairman Tong, this is a win-win opportunity. Since you’ve given it up, don’t regret it in the future." With that, Qi Yong nced at the silent Ling Chen, hummed softly, and walked out.


    "Looks like our guess was correct; Qi Yong indeed came to discuss cooperation with us." As he watched Qi Yong leave, Tong Zhentian returned to his seat and began talking with Ling Chen.


    "No doubt, Qi Yong’s proposal is quite tempting. If it were someone else, they would likely agree joyfully. Unfortunately, he simplifies us too much," Ling Chen said, "Having hit a wall with us, how do you think Qi Yong will proceed?"


    "He might go to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion to discuss cooperation. Qi Yong’s idea is clever, first aligning with one faction to suppress another, then seizing the opportunity to slowly grow his own influence. Once he’s strong enough, he could rece one of our forces. Honestly, he’s made a very strategic move."


    "Unfortunately, his proposal didn’t move us. Elder Tong, didn’t you previously say that Su Mei greatly dislikes Qi Yong? If so, even if Qi Yong approaches Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, Su Mei won’t agree."