Ye Tian understood perfectly that this was the Tang Sect's way of trying to win him over. However, even if he understood, he had to pretend not to. Thus, he chuckled and said, "I hope I'll be so fortunate."
Along the way, Tang Ran made a phone call. During the conversation, his expression turned grim. After hanging up, he said, "What bad timing, those two Japanese are also at the Tang Tower tonight."
Ye Tian frowned slightly, "There are Japanese here?"
Tang Zhen sighed, "Although the Tang Sect is nominally led by the Sect Master, there are actually three major branches. Tang Ran and I belong to one branch, called the West Branch. The Sect Master and Tang Feng belong to the Central Branch. Then there's the East Branch of the Tang Sect, whose power is second only to the Central Branch, and they have the authority to make independent decisions. These Japanese were invited by the East Branch, ostensibly to cooperate with them on investments in Shu. But everyone knows this is akin to inviting wolves into the house. We sent people to investigate, and the Japanese came to Shu this time targeting the Tang Sect's medicinal gardens."
Ye Tian's heart stirred, "Tang Sect's medicinal gardens?"
Tang Zhen explained, "In the early days of the Tang Sect, there was a Sect Master with profound medical skills, so he cultivated some spiritual herbs. Some of these herbs had been growing for hundreds, even thousands, of years. Later, that Sect Master passed away, but the medicinal gardens were preserved, and spiritual herbs were added over the generations. Now, there are hundreds of spiritual herbs in the gardens. Originally, the medicinal gardens were a restricted area of the Tang Sect, accessible only to the Sect Master. But in recent years, the Sect Master has not appeared much, and the East Branch has gradually become bolder, entering the gardens to investigate several times. They likely learned of the value of the spiritual herbs, and the people of the East Branch contacted the Japanese, intending to exchange the spiritual herbs for Japanese investment."
Ye Tian: "The people of the East Branch are too eager for quick success. The value of these spiritual herbs cannot be exchanged for mere Japanese investment!"
Tang Zhen: "We think so too, but the East Branch is powerful, and we are unable to stop them. Especially since Tang Xuanba of the East Branch took power, his methods are ruthless and unreasonable. Moreover, his strength is formidable. Not only does he possess innate divine power, but he has also consumed spiritual fruits, and is now a powerhouse in the late Human Immortal stage."
Tang Ran: "Tang Xuanba's son, Tang Hai, is also very overbearing and never takes people like us seriously."
Tang Feng, from the Sect Master's lineage, sneered, "Now that the Sect Master has entered the Pure Yang realm, I wonder how much longer the East Branch can stir up trouble."
Tang Ran: "The East Branch is not yet aware of this matter. Let's not let any news leak out for now." Everyone nodded upon hearing this.
Ye Tian: "It doesn't matter if the Japanese are here. I'll go meet them."
He absolutely would not allow the Japanese to lay their hands on the Tang Sect's medicinal gardens!
The car drove out of the Tang Sect's boundaries and entered the outskirts of Furong City, stopping at a luxurious manor. This manor was one of the largest in Shu, and even in the entire country, covering over two hundred mu, with extensive gardens and opulent buildings. The Tang Tower was hidden within it.
The car drove into the Tang Garden, passing through two sentry posts before heading directly towards a five-story building. In front of the building was a large illuminated fountain. To the left was a garden, and behind it was a massive swimming pool.
As soon as the car stopped, a steward-like figure approached them, respectfully saying, "Young Master Zhen, Young Master Ran, Young Master Feng!"
Tang Ran nodded and asked, "Are all the ladies here?"
The steward hurriedly replied, "They are all here. However, Young Master Hai and the others are also upstairs, and they've brought two Japanese. Those two Japanese are very arrogant and are trying to offend Miss Ning and Miss Yu. Please go and see quickly."
Tang Feng became furious, "That scoundrel Tang Hai!" With that, he stormed towards the building.
The steward quickly tried to stop him but failed.
Tang Zhen frowned and said, "Mr. Ye, let's follow. I heard those two Japanese are both sword masters. It's easy for Tang Feng to be at a disadvantage alone."
Ye Tian said indifferently, "It's fine. With me here, these Japanese won't be able to cause any trouble!"