1256 Clues of the Totem Beas (1/2)
Translated by XephiZ
Edited by Aelryinth
Dubai Magician Tower, the Sky Meeting Room...
Bright sunlight was shining upon the veil around the room. The gentle sunlight lit up the entire room.
”Chief, I believe not every country is connected by the ocean, so I don't agree that the Asia Magic Association should take responsibility for it. Doesn't every country have its own soldiers? I believe it's none of our concern,” Continent Councilman Su Lu spoke up.
The Sky Meeting Room had always been used by the Asia Magic Association to hold the highest-level meetings. It was where the Councilmen would gather to discuss important matters and agree with the measures to be taken.
”Since Councilman Su Lu chose to disagree with it, we should set aside the project regarding the shoreline too.
”The teeth are exposed to the cold if the lips are gone. I hope everyone understands the situation we are in. The oceans have always been treated as common ground by the countries, yet why are only the countries located along the shoreline like us responsible for protecting the rest of the countries from the threats of the oceans? The sea monsters have always been the greatest threat to us. If Asia or even the Five Continents don't work together, we will all pay the price eventually!” Chairman Shao Zheng rose to his feet. He was infuriated by the decision to set aside the plan.
”Chairman Shao Zheng, it's obvious that you just want the United Forces to guard the shoreline on behalf of your country. If your country really thinks the oceans are too dangerous, you can just let other countries take over the oceans. I believe Japan, Korea, India, Singapore, and Philippines are very willing to take over your oceans,” Councilman Su Lu smiled at him.
”What do you mean by that!?” Shao Zheng snapped furiously, glaring at Su Lu.
”It depends on how you're looking at it. Either way, I strongly disagree with the suggestion. The countries should be looking after their own shorelines. Don't even try to tell me your ancient Chinese expression of how the teeth will be exposed when the lips are gone. This is the Asia Magic Association...” Su Lu said.
”Su Lu, we are having a meeting here. If I hear you making insinuations on purpose again, I won't go easy on you!” Shao Zheng said to Su Lu.
”Shao Zheng, Su Lu is just joking about it. Don't take it too seriously.”
”Humph, joking about a country's territory? It's fine if other people said it, but he's a Continent Councilman. I will not tolerate it, even if you all can!” Shao Zheng snapped.
”HAHAHA, it turns out not every Chinese is timid and weak! At least I can see an unyielding spirit from you still. I apologize for what I said,” Su Lu suddenly burst out laughing and bowed slightly to apologize.
”Take your insincere apology back. Don't think I'll ignore what you said just because you're pretending to be modest here. Not every Chinese is timid and weak? I seriously don't understand why you would say that after what happened during the World College Tournament!” Shao Zheng rebuked with a chilling laugh.
China had come in first in the World College Tournament. It clearly showed how talented the younger generation in China was.
The rest of the countries in Asia had failed to achieve results worth mentioning. Shao Zheng was well aware of who was pulling the strings behind the scenes. He also knew why the plan had failed!
”It's within our territories, so we will surely do our best to defend them. However, for those that rejected the plan, if someday your country is facing the same problem and is asking for our help, please remember the attitude you've shown us today...” Shao Zheng stood up and headed for the door.
He had no reason to stay any further, since the Asia Magic Association was unwilling to help.
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The meeting soon came to an end. Su Lu walked to the glass-covered corridor outside the room. The corridor extended beyond the tower. It felt like one could touch the blue sky when standing in it.
He lit up a cigarette and took a huge puff. He exhaled deeply, facing the blue sky and grinned.
”Councilman, there's an update from the Donghai Magic Association. They have failed to acquire the target; someone intervened,” A woman wearing heels over fifteen centimeters tall came over. She stood a certain distance away from Councilman Su Lu while speaking.
”The Donghai Magic Association might be taking orders from us, but they are still a bunch of Chinese. It's not surprising how useless they are,” Su Lu replied.
”Should we ask them to withdraw then?” the assistant asked.
”No, I'm in quite a good mood today. I'll give them another chance… oh, we'll lend them the hounds. If they fail to return with the clues about the Totem Beast again, I'll teach them the price they have to pay for being so useless!” Su Lu said.
”You've completely fallen out with Chairman Shao Zheng. Will he intervene with the Donghai Magic Association?” the female assistant said.
”He's more concerned about the shorelines for the time being. As long as I don't send my pets with my name on them, he won't bother troubling me,” Su Lu answered.
”Sure, I'll let the Donghai Magic Association know right away.”