Zhang Tian heard Su Nan's murmur and felt his vision go black.
This seemed to be another way to achieve longevity.
"My apologies for keeping everyone waiting."
Daoist Dan He offered a apologetic smile.
"Martial Uncle, what happened to your face?"
Seeing the red and black marks on Daoist Dan He's skeletal cheeks, Zhang Tian couldn't help but ask.
"Ah, this is my junior brother's enthusiastic welcome. I didn't expect him to be unchanged after all these years."
Daoist Dan He said softly, his tone very calm.
"Greetings, Celestial Master!"
Around them, a group of sect leaders bowed to Daoist Dan He.
At this moment, they were even more certain of the strength of the Celestial Master Zhang's sect. Not only had he not died, but he could also move around in broad daylight.
It was evident that their abilities were still formidable.
"Hello. Little Tian, why did you ask me to come here?"
Daoist Dan He nodded at the group.
"Everyone, come in. I'll plan our group's future direction."
Zhang Tian beckoned, and everyone walked towards the group's interior.
The members of other families couldn't help but glance at Daoist Dan He.
Since Zhang Tian had asked Daoist Dan He to come, there must be a reason.
Perhaps they could even get to know this Celestial Master well, and maybe he would invite them to his home as guests.
This was an opportunity!
Soon, in the conference room of the Nine Sects Group.
Zhang Tian sat at the head of the table, while the other members took their seats at the side.
"For the Nine Sects to thrive, we must advance with Xia Guo. Therefore, we need to undertake construction and plan for other areas."
"Su Nan, regarding the matter I entrusted to you earlier, is it done?"
Zhang Tian got straight to the point.
Su Nan's old face became even more serious.
"Reporting to the sect leader, it has been handled. We have established the Nine Sects Construction and Resources Group externally and reached preliminary cooperation with Xia Guo."
"Intensify construction and planning."
"However, sect leader, after calculating, this entire construction project will require an investment of at least billions. And to recoup the costs, it will take at least a hundred years!"
Su Nan spoke with some hesitation.
After all, who would undertake something that was akin to throwing money away?
The other families also looked at Zhang Tian.
Their money didn't fall from the sky, and they naturally cared about the direction.
"Don't worry, this is just the beginning. We'll start making money by the mid-term. This is a sure-fire profit."
Zhang Tian waved his hand.
Construction wasn't just about building roads, but also houses and other structures.
Moreover, looking at construction and road groups from his past life, even if they lost money, the government would provide subsidies, and overall they would still be profitable.
Otherwise, who would do this kind of work?
The others didn't say much, as it was unlikely to make money right from the start.
Su Nan then continued.
"We have also initiated planning for new industries..."
Afterward, Su Nan submitted all his plans and documents to Zhang Tian.
Zhang Tian reviewed these plans, making revisions where possible.
He also offered many suggestions.
An hour later.
"This time, I asked Martial Uncle to come so that you could serve as the director, and Su Nan, you will be the secretary-general."
"I hope everyone can work together to make not only Xia Guo stronger but also our Nine Sects Group stronger."
"This is this year's salary. I hope everyone is satisfied."
As Zhang Tian spoke, he waved his hand, and several mid-grade Spirit Gathering Pills were scattered out.
These pills were refined by Zhang Qilin.
Since obtaining medicinal ingredients, his refining skills had continued to improve.
Upon seeing the pills, everyone's eyes lit up.
These were rare and precious items!
And at the previous auction, they had sold for exorbitant prices. Zhang Tian's pills were of excellent quality.
"These must be mid-grade. With these, my cultivation will surely advance!"
Er Yue Hong murmured, feeling very satisfied with what Zhang Tian had given him.
With these, breaking through to Grandmaster was within reach!
"We are willing to serve the sect leader with all our might!"
Everyone shouted in unison.
After all, who wouldn't be tempted by benefits?
Zhang Tian nodded slightly.
"This is just the beginning. As long as everyone gives their best, I will ensure you are satisfied. We also have a points system."
"For the families that perform the best each year, I will provide additional rewards."
Zhang Tian was painting a grand vision.
On-site:
[Good heavens, a grand plan is unfolding early in the morning!]
[The rewards are too generous, I want to go!]
[Good heavens, if I went there and did nothing, would Master Zhang still give me a pill?]
[This one pill alone would cost hundreds of millions now!]
[Generous!]
For a moment, everyone present felt envious.
Especially after hearing about the changing world order, their yearning for such things grew.
When they heard that Zhang Tian offered additional rewards, the other families became even more enthusiastic.
Zhang Tian then briefly explained his plans and instructed them to execute them before he got up to leave.
Zhang Tian was a hands-off manager; he wasn't very interested in these matters, preferring to have his subordinates handle them while he provided the ideas.
Zhang Tian had memories of his past life. As long as nothing unexpected happened, the Nine Sects Group would eventually become the world's number one, albeit in the shadows.
"Alright, you all discuss amongst yourselves. I'll be leaving now. I look forward to next year's results."
Zhang Tian said, and under everyone's gaze, he left the scene.
At this moment, the patriarchs of the various families exchanged bewildered glances.
"Patriarch Wang, Celestial Master, please offer your suggestions. We will carry them out."
The patriarch of the Xie family said calmly.
Everyone else also looked at the two of them.
Daoist Dan He felt a bit awkward, not knowing anything and not sure what to do.
However, he understood that Zhang Tian had only asked him to supervise, and the main person in charge was Su Nan.
After Zhang Tian left, the group began their planning.
After all, no one wanted to miss out on Zhang Tian's additional rewards. If it were even higher-grade pills, it would be a significant opportunity for their families.
Walking outside the group's building.
Zhang Tian planned to visit Daoist Yi Mei.
Soon, on Long Teng Mountain.
The residence of Daoist Yi Mei.
Before Zhang Tian could even enter, he felt a surge of Yin energy.
It was likely Daoist Yi Mei in cultivation.
Before Zhang Tian could speak, a voice came from inside.
"Good disciple, your master will be in seclusion for a while. Please help your master fulfill a few promises."
"Remember, Maoshan Taoists value their credibility above all else."
The voice from within the door continued, and then, two envelopes were tossed out.
Zhang Tian's mouth twitched.
He had originally intended to ask Daoist Yi Mei where Maoshan was located.
But it seemed he wouldn't be able to get an answer from him.
"Never mind, I'll deal with it later."
Zhang Tian shook his head and, with a wave of his hand, the two letters landed in his grasp.
"The youngest daughter of the Liang family is seriously ill, requesting the Celestial Master's help, with a reward of one million!"
"The Golden Dragon Hotel is opening, requesting the Celestial Master to observe its feng shui, with a reward of a lifetime supreme VIP card for the Golden Dragon Hotel!"
Reading the words on the letters, Zhang Tian's face darkened.
Was this fellow not genuinely going to help, but was instead attracted by the VIP card?
"Never mind, since he has already agreed, I'll go and take a look."
Zhang Tian shook his head, turned around, and walked towards the address written on the letters.