Because everyone present understood that this was the way things were.
The Song family has been flattering the Revival Association for quite some time, and anyone with any standing in Yan Country knows this.
But there are some things they could say to Jiang Tao in the basement, but would not dare to say to Shi Tao and others here. If word got out, it would easily offend many, and the consequences would be dire.
"Mr. Song Tian, is this why you came here today, to show us these things?"
At the same time, the younger man from Feng Country spoke angrily.
On the other side, Carl also showed an expression of displeasure.
Over the years, he had spared no effort in promoting the nobility of his bloodline and had won the support of some noble families in Yan Country.
But undeniably, this also caused other noble families to be increasingly dissatisfied with them, targeting them overtly and covertly, hoping they would disappear from this land.
And earlier, what these people said further proved their stance.
The noble families opposing them could not be easily dealt with, but dealing with these Martial Arts Association people was a simple matter.
"No, it’s not like that, Mr. Mei Long, please don’t get agitated. We will definitely give you and Mr. Carl a satisfactory answer," Song Tian hurriedly said.
Then he looked at Shen Si and said, "Chairman Shen, everything you said just now is utter nonsense. Clearly, you were the ones trying to rob the Feng Country people first and then silenced them by killing them. My younger brother, Song Gang, and Mr. John of the Revival Association happened to pass by and saw this scene. They wanted to intervene,
but unexpectedly, that heartless man from your association, Chen Fan, killed my brother Song Gang too. Afterward, he desecrated my brother’s body, scattering his bones and ashes. His methods are heinous!"
"Patriarch Song, you!"
Shen Si widened his eyes, not expecting such shameless lies from the other side, with not even a hint of guilt.
Shi Tao waved his hand and calmly said, "Keep close to red and you will be stained red; keep close to black and you will be stained black. The Song family has been close to the Revival Association these years, and not just in appearances. They have at least learned seventy to eighty percent of their trickery and ability to sow discord."
"Bastard, what did you say!"
The Feng Country man named Mei Long roared in anger.
"Chairman Shi, there’s no need for such sarcastic remarks," Song Tian sneered, "This time we came to confirm whether my brother’s and Mr. John’s deaths are related to you. Since you’ve admitted earlier, that’s good. Next, let’s discuss how to settle this score."
"How does Patriarch Song want to settle this?" Shi Tao asked.
"Very simple."
Song Tian extended a finger, "First, hand over that man named Chen to us, to be dealt with as we see fit."
Chang Fei and others exchanged glances.
Considering Chen Fan’s current strength, which had reached an inconceivable level, they didn’t have the power to do so.
Even if they did, they couldn’t comply.
Except for one person, Ling Yu.
Upon hearing this, he could barely hide his grin.
What good outcome could Chen Fan have if he fell into the Song family’s hands after killing Song Gang? To put it bluntly, being dismembered would be a mercy.
But he also knew that his master and the others would definitely not agree. However, that didn’t matter. The Song family knew this too; they’re just going through the motions.
"So, there is a second demand?"
"Of course."
Song Tian extended a second finger, "My brother’s death is also related to Chairman Shen. In principle, our Song family shouldn’t let him off, but considering he isn’t directly responsible for my brother’s death, he can avoid the death penalty but can’t escape punishment. The Jiangnan Martial Arts Association must compensate us to our satisfaction, as well as that of the Revival Association."
"Another demand?"
"Quite the calculation, isn’t it?"
Chang Fei and others couldn’t help but comment.
To satisfy them?
They’d likely want to empty out the entire Jiangnan Martial Arts Association.
Song Daoquan and Carl from Feng Country had a look of satisfaction in their eyes.
Killing the murderer could only provide some relief and deterrence.
Only by plundering the association could they gain real benefits.
"I’m sorry."
Shi Tao shook his head, refusing without hesitation, "I cannot agree to either of these two conditions."
Song Tian’s face turned completely dark, "So, Chairman Shi has decided to confront our Song family? Chairman Shi, tell me honestly, even with Elder Wang on your side, do you think Jiangnan Association can stand against our Song family?"
"No."
Shi Tao shook his head.
"So, Chairman Shi still wants to go against the tide?"
"It’s not about going against the tide, it’s just a glimmer of hope I hold onto," Shi Tao sighed.

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