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Ding Shima nodded, but he was a little skeptical. He knew that Li Tong's Qinggong attainments were extremely high, and he was probably still far behind him. But he didn't ask any more questions, just said: "Brother Li, I am still honored to lose this competition. I admire your strength."

Li Tong smiled and said, "Brother Ding, you are too kind. We cultivators should learn from each other and make progress together. I have gained a lot from today's battle."

As the two were talking, Ding Shiman suddenly felt exhausted. He had been running around outside for a while and was already exhausted. The battle with Li Tong had consumed a lot of his energy. He couldn't help rubbing his temples and said, "Brother Li, I'm a little tired. Can I come in and have a glass of water?"

Li Tong saw this and had an idea. He knew that Ding Shian really needed a rest, so he said, "Brother Ding, please follow me." Then he led Ding Shian into the house.

After the two sat down, Li Tong poured a glass of water and handed it to Ding Shian. Ding Shian took the glass and drank it all. He immediately felt a cool breeze coming from his throat, and his fatigue was also relieved a lot. He looked at Li Tong gratefully and said, "Thank you, Brother Li."

Li Tong waved his hand and said, "Brother Ding, you are too polite. As practitioners, we should help each other." The two smiled at each other, and the barriers in their hearts disappeared at this moment.

Liu Yanyan had already prepared tea and gently placed it on the stone table. The fragrance of tea filled the air and was refreshing. Li Tong smiled and said, "Brother Ding, you have been traveling all the way. Have a cup of tea and rest your feet first." Ding Shimaan picked up the teacup and took a sip. He felt the fragrance of tea in his throat and was refreshed. He couldn't help but praise, "Good tea!"

Upon hearing this, Li Tong laughed and said, "I'm glad that Brother Ding likes it. Yanyan, go prepare some food, Brother Ding must be hungry." Liu Yanyan responded and left, leaving the two sitting opposite each other.

Ding Shimaan put down his teacup and said seriously, "Brother Li, I came here to ask for something. I benefited a lot from the fight with Brother Li the other day, so I came here to ask for your advice." Li Tong waved his hand and said, "Brother Ding, you are too polite. We are sparring for mutual learning. Why should I thank you?"

Ding Shimaan sighed and said, "Brother Li, you don't know that I was defeated in that battle. I am still honored. Your speed and use of Qi are beyond my reach. I know that I still have many shortcomings and need to work harder."

Hearing this, Li Tong couldn't help but admire Ding Shimaan's high emotional intelligence and humble attitude. He smiled and said, "Brother Ding can face his shortcomings and have the courage to improve. It is a blessing for martial artists. I wonder what experience Brother Ding has in the use of speed and Qi?"

Ding Shimaan pondered for a moment and said, "The key to speed is to be agile and focused. Although I have practiced for many years, I still feel that I am still a little short of the mark. As for the use of Qi, it is even more profound and I need to understand it well."

Li Tong said with a smile: "Brother Ding, if you had not joined Quan Xing, you would have already become a famous master in the martial arts world."

Hearing this, Ding Shian smiled slightly and said, "Brother Li, you are too kind. What I, Ding Shian, seek is only the pinnacle of martial arts. As for being famous in the martial arts world, it is nothing but a passing cloud."

The two had a great conversation. Every time Li Tong said something, Ding Shian would seriously consider it, nodding and thinking. Li Tong couldn't help but secretly praise him: "This Ding Shian is really worthy of his reputation. His understanding of martial arts is so profound."

Ding Shimaan said: "Brother Li, I practice martial arts only to become stronger. If you have any tricks, why not use them and let me learn from you."

Li Tong laughed and said, "Brother Ding, what you said is exactly what I want. I will come and learn from your skills." After that, the two men started fighting.

For a moment, the two figures were seen intertwined, fists and palms were flying one after another. Ding Shian's moves were extremely swift, and each move contained deep internal strength. Li Tong was also not to be outdone, his moves were exquisite and varied, which made Ding Shian admire him.

After a fierce fight, the two finally stopped. Ding Shiman smiled and said, "Brother Li is indeed worthy of his reputation. Today's battle has benefited me a lot."

Li Tong also smiled and said, "Brother Ding, you are too kind. Your strength really opened my eyes."

Since then, the two have become close friends. Every day, they either practice martial arts or discuss martial arts, and their days are very pleasant.

However, the good times did not last long. One day, Ding Shimaan suddenly left without saying goodbye, leaving only a letter. Li Tong opened the letter and saw that it said: "Brother Li, I want to go to another place to seek the ultimate in martial arts, and I can't stay for long. I hope you take care of yourself, and I will drink with you again when I come back."

After reading the letter, Li Tong felt a little disappointed. He sat alone in the room, looking at the bright moon outside the window, with a lot of thoughts in his mind.

Li Tong was deep in thought when he heard the phone ring. It was Guan Shihua calling. He was slightly moved. He didn't have much contact with Guan Shihua on weekdays. Why did she call him suddenly today?

"Li Tong, do you still remember me?" Guan Shihua's voice on the other end of the phone was a little hoarse, but it revealed an unquestionable majesty.

Li Tong said with a smile: "Senior Guan, you are joking. How dare I forget it?"

Guan Shihua didn't waste any words and got straight to the point: "The election for the new ten leaders is coming soon, are you interested in giving it a try?"

Li Tong was moved when he heard this. The election of the new ten leaders was a major event in the alien world, and he had naturally heard about it. However, he was a rookie, and although he was strong, he had little reputation, so he did not want to participate. But since Guan Shihua had mentioned it, he wanted to see what the election was like.

"Since senior has such intention, I will do my best." Li Tong replied.

Guan Shihua laughed and said, "You have performed well in the Tang Sect. Even Tang Miaoxing was defeated by you. Who in the alien world doesn't know your name, Li Tong? If you participate in the election, you will definitely make a difference."

Li Tong heard this and smiled bitterly. Although Tang Miaoxing was defeated by him, the reason was unknown to outsiders. He did not want to make a fuss about it, but since Guan Shihua had mentioned it, he could not deny it.

"Thank you for your praise, senior. I just won by luck." Li Tong said modestly.

Guan Shihua didn't care and said with a smile: "Don't be so modest, kid. I know your strength. Even if you have no hope of getting elected, I'd be happy to see it happen if I can give those guys from the Wang family some trouble."

Li Tong was moved when he heard this. Guan Shihua and the Wang family had always had a grudge against each other. If he could cause trouble for the Wang family in the election, it would be interesting.

"In that case, I will do my best." Li Tong said with a smile.

The two chatted for a while, and Guan Shihua reminded Li Tong to go to the capital on time to prepare for the election. Li Tong agreed and hung up the phone.

"Brother Li, long time no see." A familiar greeting interrupted his thoughts. Turning around, he saw Clarinet's signature lazy smile.

"Brother Heiguan, you look more unruly now than the last time we met," Li Tong joked.

Clarinet waved his hand and said bluntly: "Director Zhao asked me to wait for you here. There are some things that need to be discussed in person."

Li Tong nodded, having expected something. He boarded the train and sat side by side with the clarinet, but the atmosphere in the carriage seemed a little solemn.

"What did Director Zhao want to talk to me about?" Li Tong finally asked. Clarinet was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "The Xu Xin incident has caused a lot of trouble for the company. Director Zhao wants to hear your opinion."

Li Tong smiled slightly, with a sharp glint in his eyes: "I am just following the trend in Xu Xin's matter. The real trouble is probably still to come."

The train slowly drove into the capital, and Li Tong and Clarinet got off the train and headed straight to the company's headquarters. The security along the way was so tight that Li Tong couldn't help but frown: "Has the company been robbed?"

Clarinet didn't answer, but quickened his pace. The two of them passed through the many access control gates and finally arrived at Zhao Fangxu's office.

"Li Tong, you're here." Zhao Fangxu's voice was calm and deep, as if he could see into people's hearts.

Li Tong bowed his hands and saluted, neither humble nor arrogant: "Director Zhao summoned me, how dare Ling Feng not come."

Zhao Fangxu pointed to the chair opposite him and motioned him to sit down. The two looked at each other for a long time, and the atmosphere seemed to freeze.

"You went too far in the matter of Xu Xin." Zhao Fangxu finally spoke, with a hint of blame in his tone.

Li Tong smiled slightly and asked, "Director Zhao, how do you think we should deal with this?"

Zhao Fangxu was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "The world of aliens is already complex and changeable. Your actions have undoubtedly exacerbated this change. The company needs stability, not more trouble."

Zhao Fangxu sighed and spoke slowly: "Xu Xin's resurrection has caused a turmoil in the alien world, and all the major sects have made some moves. Do you know the deep meaning of this?"

Li Tong stood at the bottom of the hall, his expression indifferent, yet respectful: "Boss Zhao, Xu Xin's resurrection is indeed a very serious matter. But this matter has no direct connection with our Tang Sect, and I don't want to get involved too much."

Zhao Fangxu smiled slightly, with a sly look in his eyes: "Master Lu is wrong. Although you were not directly involved, you were also involved in the affairs of the Tang Sect. Now that Xu Xin has been resurrected, the world of the aliens will change. How can you, the Tang Sect, stay out of it?"

Li Tong raised his eyebrows, looking displeased: "Boss Zhao, are you implying that you want our Tang Sect to be responsible for this matter?"

Zhao Fangxu waved his hand and said with a smile: "Master Lu misunderstood. That is not my intention. However, since you have already been involved, why not take this opportunity to further cooperate with the company? After all, your Tang Sect and the company have always been of the same blood."

Li Tong sneered and said, "Boss Zhao, how could I not know what you meant? But the affairs of the Tang Sect have their own rules. Although I am grateful for the company's help, it does not mean that I will be controlled by you."

Zhao Fangxu's face changed slightly when he heard this, but he quickly regained his composure: "Master Lu, you are too serious. I don't mean that. But since you are already involved, why don't you work with me to deal with this impending storm?"

Li Tong was silent for a moment, then said, "Boss Zhao, since you mentioned this, I have something to ask you. How is the company's investigation going on regarding Qu Tong's manipulation of others to attack Yiren's office?"

Zhao Fangxu frowned and sighed, "This matter is quite tricky. Qu Tong's methods are strange and involve soul control, so it is extremely difficult to obtain evidence. Although we have made some discoveries, we still need more time to investigate."

A cold light flashed in Li Tong's eyes: "Boss Zhao, what you mean is that Qu Tong has escaped?"

Zhao Fangxu shook his head and said, "That's not the case. Qu Tong is still under the control of the company. However, this matter involves a wide range of issues, so we need to be careful."

Li Tong sneered: "Boss Zhao, since you have already controlled Qu Tong, why do you have to be so secretive? Is there another hidden story?"

Zhao Fangxu came out, smiling, but couldn't hide the anxiety in his eyes. He grabbed Li Tong and said, "Brother Li, let's put aside Qu Tong's matter for now. I have something to discuss with you."

Li Tong raised his eyebrows slightly, knowing that Zhao Fangxu must have something important to say, so he said, "Brother Zhao, please feel free to speak."

Zhao Fangxu looked around and saw that no one was eavesdropping, so he whispered, "The election for the new ten leaders is coming soon, Brother Li, are you interested in competing?"

Li Tong was moved when he heard this, but he said calmly: "Brother Zhao, you are joking. I am just an independent cultivator. How can I dare to compete for the position of the Ten Lords?"

Zhao Fangxu laughed and said, "Brother Li, you are too modest. I have heard about your achievements in the Tang Sect. How can ordinary people match your strength? What's more, you have Senior Guan Shihua backing you up, so why worry about not being able to accomplish great things?"

Li Tong shook his head and said, "Brother Zhao, you don't know that although I am favored by Senior Guan, I was only recommended by her to make up the number. The position of the Ten Lords can only be obtained by those with strong strength and deep background. I am a lone man, how can I compete with those aristocratic families?"

Zhao Fangxu heard this, and a strange look flashed in his eyes, but he still said with determination: "Brother Li, why do you have to belittle yourself? If you are interested, my Zhao family is willing to lend you a helping hand."

Li Tong sneered in his heart. This Zhao Fangxu really had a good plan. If he became one of the Ten Lords, wouldn't he become a puppet of the Zhao family? Thinking of this, he remained calm and said, "Brother Zhao, I appreciate your kindness. But I don't want to do this. I just want to find Qu Tong's whereabouts and end this feud."

Zhao Fangxu saw that Li Tong was determined, and although he was unwilling, he could do nothing about it. He sighed and said, "Since that's the case, I won't force you. But if Brother Li needs anything, my Zhao family is always willing to lend a hand."

Li Tong cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Brother Zhao."

Zhao Fangxu looked at Li Tong inquiringly at this moment: "My dear Lu, tell me, who has the potential to be one of the new Ten Lords?"

Li Tong smiled slightly, with a gleam in his eyes: "Mr. Zhao, in my opinion, Huang Ning from the Seeking Truth Society has great hope."

Zhao Fangxu raised his eyebrows, as if he was a little surprised: "Oh? You are optimistic about Huang Ning? Although he has some skills, the Truth Seeking Society is just a patchwork of three small forces after all. How can it compete with other big forces?"

Li Tong shook his head and said calmly, "Mr. Zhao is wrong. Although the Truth Seeking Society is small, it has the support of the company. This is the first reason. Although Huang Ning is not from a famous family, he is quite capable and can manage the Truth Seeking Society in an orderly manner. This is the second reason. With these two, why can't Huang Ning become one of the new ten leaders?"

Zhao Fangxu heard this and a hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes: "Friend Lu really has a unique vision. Yes, the company is indeed interested in supporting Huang Ning. On the one hand, it can balance the power among the ten bosses, and on the other hand, it can use Huang Ning's hand to further control the Truth Seeking Society."

Li Tong's heart moved, thinking that Zhao Fangxu was indeed experienced and saw the company's intention at a glance. He continued calmly: "Mr. Zhao, if Huang Ning really becomes the new Ten Lords, then the relationship between the Ten Lords will be even more complicated, right?" (End of this chapter)