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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?"
