Galaxy City, Tianli Sect Main Hall.
Council Hall.
Clear Water, Yun He, Han Li, Zhenyue, and the masters of the Five Peaks had gathered together. Each held an information tablet, scrolling through its contents, their expressions varied.
After seeing that everyone had finished reading, Yun He was the first to speak. "What do you all think about the three sects meeting with the Mechanical Empire?"
Clear Water set down his information tablet. "Based on a comprehensive analysis of the intelligence, the three sects likely intend to purchase the Mechanical Empire's defense systems. We were able to hold out through the beast tide on Red Rock Continent thanks in no small part to our dual-layered defense system. Having seen the benefits, it is only natural that the three sects would be tempted."
Han Li frowned slightly. "This is no good thing. If they reach a partnership with the Mechanical Empire, it will be extremely unfavorable for us."
Houtu slapped the table. "Then we can't let them reach a deal!"
Huolian said blandly, "How do we stop them? Break them up? Even if we stop them this time, can't they communicate in secret?"
"When did I say we'd break them up?" Houtu glared. "Do you really think all I know how to do is fight?"
"Isn't that so?" Huolian's tone remained calm.
"Huolian, are you looking to spar?"
"Enough!" Yun He hurriedly stopped them. "Talk business!"
Houtu gave a snort. Sweeping his gaze across the room, he suddenly revealed a faint smile. "Don't forget—we can produce those things too, and ours are no worse than the Mechanical Empire's. If the three sects want to buy, whose will they buy?"
Everyone froze. Duan Feng abruptly slapped the table. "That's right! How did I not think of that?"
Huolian also looked toward Houtu, a