"By now, you are already so strong, why do you need my kind of cultivation technique? It's not anything great, and I also have no interest in the Tongsitan Lu."
Wang Yi unhesitantly pushed Tongsitan Lu back again.
George's face showed a hint of surprise, for through his telepathic ability he could discern that Wang Ye was speaking the truth.
Wang Ye truly believed that his Fenghou Qiguan was not something good, and indeed, he was not interested in Tongsitan Lu, one of the eight extraordinary techniques.
Was it Fenghou Qiguan that had a problem? Or did he think that the eight extraordinary techniques would attract hungry wolves, and he didn't want him to be burdened by it?
It should be the first option; the second doesn't apply to others, but it does for him.
If he is afraid that the eight extraordinary techniques will bring danger, then having Tongsitan Lu would still bring danger. Moreover, Wang Ye should now know that he is capable of withstanding these dangers.
"What is the purpose of cultivation? It is not to explore more unknowns and take one step forward after another. I want to go further, farther than anyone else."
Therefore, it is necessary to observe the spiritual techniques of various schools and gather the strengths of a hundred schools to assist me in my cultivation.
"If there are problems with your spiritual techniques, don't worry. I will extract the essence and discard the dross."
Seeing that Wang Ye was indeed not interested in Tongsitan Lu, George temporarily put it away.
"Gathering the strengths of a hundred schools is too domineering!"
The three members of the Zhuge family had even greater admiration for George, as they themselves were far from mastering their own family's spiritual techniques.
And beside them, Zhuge Qing with a fox-like expression narrowed his eyes slightly and thought to himself:
"Gathering the strengths of a hundred schools... It seems that this Jin Bao Bao has quite an ambition. The world of the Outsiders may not be peaceful in the future."
"Gathering the strengths of a hundred schools" means that Jin Bao Bao needs to refer to the spiritual techniques and spells of various families and clans. However, how can these major families and clans easily hand over their own spiritual techniques and spells?
Looking at this Jin Bao Bao, he does not seem to have a particularly rigid and orthodox style.
It's all said that the Wang family coveted Jin Bao Bao's Tongsitan Lu and wanted to seize it, so Jin Bao Bao killed the Wang family in self-defense.
However, it seems that this is not entirely true now.
From Jin Bao Bao's condition, it's clear that he hasn't been injured, indicating that he was in a position of absolute superiority during his fight with the Wang family.
This means that if Jin Bao Bao were willing, he could have completely disabled the Wang family and handed them over to the other Ten Elders and Neitu Tong for judgment.
However, he killed them directly to prevent future troubles.
Of course, he did not say that this was not a good thing. If it were him, he would do the same. This is the most advantageous approach for himself - to completely eliminate the problem at its root.
However, this is from a personal perspective. From the standpoint of the entire Outsider community, this is not the best way to handle things.
If it were the Old Master, he would believe that the Old Master would never eliminate the problem in such a straightforward manner like George, but instead choose a more conducive way to maintain the stability of the Outsider world.
What does this mean? It means that in Jin Bao Bao's eyes, the stability of the Outsider world is not as important as his own.
So if he encounters obstacles on his path to gathering the strengths of a hundred schools, he will definitely find ways to eliminate those obstacles, which will inevitably lead to chaos and turmoil.
"I see that you seem to be facing similar problems as me."
"Since you are not interested in Tongsitan Lu, how about this? I will solve your problems, and I guarantee that I will do it very cleanly. In exchange, you just need to offer me your spiritual techniques."
George's eyes flickered as he once again proposed the terms of the trade.
Wang Ye's troubles are too easy for him. With the precedent set by the Wang family, as long as Wang Ye openly stands by Wang Ye, no one in the Outsider world will dare to bother him again.
Unless they want to disappear from the Outsider world like the Wang family.
"Never mind, I can handle my own problems. As for the spiritual techniques, I really can't give them to you, and I hope you'll understand."
Wang Ye thought for a moment before ultimately rejecting George's conditions.
He believes that George's move can indeed help him solve his most urgent problem now, but Fenghou Qiguan, besides him, is currently considered mad by anyone who sees it.
He doesn't want to cause trouble for his childhood friend's younger brother.
Moreover, Fenghou Qiguan is also the spiritual technique passed down by Wu Dang's predecessors. Although the ancestor master did not make any special regulations, he feels that he has no right to casually pass it on to others.
"Think it over, and if you come to a decision, feel free to contact me at any time. Here is my number."
George wrote down his mobile phone number for Wang Ye and then thought for a moment before turning around and placing the Tongsitan Lu in front of Zhuge Qing.
"Zhuge Qing, is the exchange of Tongsitan Lu for your family's Wuhou Qiguan acceptable?"
Since the Fenghou Qiguan cannot be obtained for the time being, it wouldn't be bad to exchange it for the Wuhou Qiguan of the Wuhou sect. It can serve as a foundation for learning, and it will be easier to study once I get hold of the Fenghou Qiguan.
The Wuhou Qiguan in this world is also one of the top spiritual techniques. It is said that the legendary figure who was only one step away from becoming an immortal, the prime minister of Shu Han, Zhuge Liang, created it.
Moreover, he learned from the memories of the Outsiders who tried to seize Tongsitan Lu that Wuhou sect had a rare martial arts called "Sanmeizhenhuo," which could burn all things and souls in the world.
Not only living beings, but also inanimate objects.
For example, a truly moving work of art, after being burned by true fire, will not change for ordinary people, but they will find it dull.
So the exchange of Tongsitan Lu for the spiritual techniques of Wuhou sect is not a bad deal.
"Oh, well..."
Zhuge Qing, who was originally watching the play, stood frozen in place as he stared at the Tongsitan Lu that had been placed in front of him. He stammered for a moment and didn't know how to respond.
Saying he doesn't want it is impossible, after all, the Tongsitan Lu is one of the eight extraordinary techniques, a supreme skill that can perform various spiritual techniques without the need for rituals, vermilion powder, or drawing talismans.
Although Wuhou sect is not specialized in this aspect, having it in hand will add a significant foundation.
Wuhou sect is skilled in qimen, shenji, pupuansuan, and baguiquan. If they were to obtain Tongsitan Lu, they would have another talisman in their arsenal. How could they not be swayed?
But, he's not the one who can make such a decision. Even his father would need to consult with the clan elders to make such a decision.
"Cough cough, Mr. Jin, you came out of nowhere and I can't answer you right now."
"How about this? I'll call my father tonight and get back to you."
"No problem. If your father is interested, he can contact me."
George nodded. He didn't expect Zhuge Qing to give him an answer.
"Mr. Jin, your Tongsitan Lu."
Zhuge Qing picked up the Tongsitan Lu, feeling reluctant as he handed it back to George.
George smiled and said,
"No worries, I'll keep it with me for now. I believe your father will agree."
Hearing this, Zhuge Qing was taken aback, and his hand that was holding the Tongsitan Lu paused. His expression then began to change continuously, showing signs of struggle.
However, after a moment, he still placed the Tongsitan Lu on George's behalf.
"It's better to wait for my father's agreement first."
Given his understanding of his father and the clan elders, he knew that this transaction would definitely go through. So even if he took the Tongsitan Lu early and started studying it tonight, there was nothing to worry about.
His inner thoughts had been convincing himself of this all along.
But in the end, reason prevailed. The Tongsitan Lu absolutely could not be taken now, nor could it be secretly studied.
Otherwise, if negotiations fail, Jin Bao Bao would have a reason to make trouble for the Wuhou sect.
