Becoming a Deity from Planting the Bodhi Tree

"Okay," the staff member nodded. The deal was as good as sealed; he turned and left.

Lu Tan turned to a researcher beside him and said, "Let's run it again. Pay attention to the interfaces of the d3 and s3 spatial coordinates..."

In his eyes, the allocation of spots was but a minor interlude.

But not long after.

The staff member returned and stood before him again.

Lu Tan frowned and asked, "What's the matter?"

Although displeased, he knew that without encountering a tricky situation, his subordinates would not try to renegotiate a settled matter.

"Er, we just received a communication from Master Sui. He hopes we could consider reserving this spot for Ji Jingqiu."

Lu Tan was taken aback: "Master Sui Canghai?"

"Yes."

Lu Tan pondered for a moment. They had no connection with the Dragon Tiger Dojo, so naturally, they didn't need to consider their prestige. However, Master Sui had collaborated with the laboratory before, and the cooperation ended pleasantly, so he felt obliged to give the matter some thought.

"Kindly decline," Lu Tan finally decided not to go against his promise, "and remember to be tactful about it. Master Sui must want to repay a favor for his disciple Zhuang Butong, but unfortunately, I would have agreed if it were earlier."

"Okay," the staff member departed once more.

Moments later.

Lu Tan, confronting the staff member standing before him again, couldn't help saying:

"Who is it this time, a master from the Dragon Tiger Dojo?"

"It's not..." the staff member wiped his forehead, stammering somewhat, "it's Minister Qin Jing from the Administration Bureau."

"Who?!"

Lu Tan's face showed astonishment, and he subconsciously glanced around as if fearing that someone was spying on them. He lowered his voice and said,

"Did the Administration Bureau discover our unauthorized operation from last month?"

All official laboratories established on the Four Guardian Stars conduct research projects related to the divine, and the Federation imposes extremely strict quotas on some areas of research.

The one in charge of oversight is the Religious Administration.

In the eyes of these scientific researchers, some quotas are nonsensical, the meddling of people who have no understanding of the industry.

But convincing those politicians upstairs was surely a fool's dream.

Therefore, laboratories inevitably end up in a constant game of wits with the Administration Bureau.

"No, Minister Qin is also requesting the spot on behalf of Ji Jingqiu," said the staff member, his expression also carrying a hint of surprise.

Lu Tan breathed a sigh of relief. It wasn't trouble after all. But then, he let out a curious sound, his eyes showing a clear difference.

The Religious Administration governs all divine entities within the Federation, and apart from the Four Great Divine Masters, even a Divine Monarch must submit to its control.

Within the Administration, there are nine departments. Qin Jing, otherwise known as Qin Laosan, is in charge of the third department and is a real power player within the Administration, vying for the ultimate position of Administration Bureau Director!

It's said that the old Director of the Administration is almost ready to step down, and a successor will be chosen from among the nine ministers.

Qin Laosan is a powerful contender.

Even if he doesn't compete successfully for the Directorship, based on his qualifications and abilities, he is guaranteed at least the position of Deputy Director.

Deputy Director of the Religious Administration... such a position, considered across the Federation, belongs to a truly influential figure!

Why would he suddenly speak up for Ji Jingqiu?

And not to let it leak...

Is Ji Jingqiu still with the Administration Bureau?

"Isn't Ji Jingqiu said to be from an ordinary family with no background?"

Lu Tan couldn't help asking,

"Let alone the Dragon Tiger Dojo, his own folks, I didn't expect that aside from his own people, he could also get a master to personally intervene, as well as a high-level official from the Administration Bureau, to solicit a spot for him. This is quite a broad network."

The staff member agreed wholeheartedly, and remembering something, he added, "Perhaps it's because he is a genius with a common background."

Lu Tan stroked his chin, giving his approval:

"That makes sense, if I remember correctly, aren't all geniuses from humble origins, umm, succubi by nature? Capable of attracting a bunch of investors."

"Since both Master Sui and the Administration Bureau have stepped in, this favor is unavoidable... Confirm the last spot for Ji Jingqiu."

"What should we reply to Divine Power Group?" the staff member asked with concern, as bearing the stigma of broken promises is never good.

Lu Tan showed regret once again and said, "Just tell them bluntly, they unfortunately missed out."

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...

Song Youde hung up the communication, his gaze dimming, then delight filling his expression.

They actually got the last spot?!

After getting the dojo's senior management's approval, they had shown a lot of sincerity, but they didn't hold much hope for getting the last spot.

He never expected it to really succeed!

Will the people from Divine Power Group be furious upon hearing this news?

Good death.

Song Youde cheerfully began to pass on the great news to his nephew, Ji.

...

...

"What did you say?! Tianqi Laboratory breached the contract?!"

Zhang Yitong was like a raging lion, slamming his hand onto the desk, his voice booming like thunder in the office, causing the secretary, who had anticipated this, to tremble with fear at the doorway.

"Hadn't we finalized the negotiation with their person in charge?"

His chest heaved violently, and it seemed as though he could breathe fire with each breath, his fierce gaze demanding, "Who got the spot in the end?"

"It's... it's the Dragon Tiger Dojo." The secretary, fearful of becoming collateral damage from his fury, hurriedly named the prominent Dragon Tiger Dojo, "The candidate they put forward is that Ji Jingqiu!"

"Ji Jingqiu?" Zhang Yitong suddenly frowned. "Ji Jingqiu from Star Group?"

"Yes!"

He remembered the name, not because of the youth's previously showcased talents on the Martial Arts path, but because of its association with the company.

Originally, Divine Power Group had convinced Star Group's old fox to proactively offer the 199-Divine Power Mirror as a bargaining chip for the deal, but ultimately Star Group adopted a delaying tactic, obviously intending to play the market and see the final outcome.