Published: February 9, 2025
In the sky above, the natural green aura of the world had become increasingly dense, enveloping a large area of Linhai. Occasionally, fleeing survivors would look up at the sky, unsure of what this green aura was.
"The water curtain just now was a five-star intensity. If needed, I can increase it to the maximum of seventy-eight intensity."
Upon hearing Ruan Xiao's words, Ye Zhongming was taken aback.
The meaning of this big shot from the Ogre Chain was clear; he knew that this layer of green aura was an attack skill of the Yama Tree, and he had guessed from the subtle changes in Ye Zhongming's expression that he was wary of this green aura.
This meticulous observation ability and judgment made Ye Zhongming feel a sense of vigilance rise in his heart.
"Clear Sky Fat Stream, it's a powerful defensive equipment of mine; I hope it can help you."
Ye Zhongming inwardly rolled his eyes at Ruan Xiao's way of speaking; he wasn't quite accustomed to it.
However, Ye Zhongming's mind quickly raced as he assessed the difference between the so-called five-star intensity of the water curtain that had just been attacked by the needle bird and the maximum of seventy-eight intensity.
This was crucial for determining whether he could withstand the Yama Tree's fierce skill, the natural aura of the world.
"It needs to at least be of golden level. Are you sure your equipment can handle it?"
Pointing at the green aura, Ye Zhongming looked at Ruan Xiao.
Ruan Xiao's expression changed slightly before he nodded, "It will be a bit tough, but it should be fine. However..."
"You know, I'm a businessman."
With the surrounding corpses temporarily cleared away by firearms, the two had a moment to converse, as the nearby team was quickly regrouping, preparing for the next rush.
"Since you're a businessman, then everything can be negotiated?"
"As long as the price can impress me, you can have me pick up soap for you."
"Then three points!"
After a rapid-fire exchange, Ye Zhongming extended three fingers: "One, my subordinates need to come over."
"Not a problem to notify them." Ruan Xiao nodded; this was nothing for him.
"Two, your Clear Sky Fat Stream has to follow my command, even if it ends up destroyed."
This demand was a bit harsh, causing Ruan Xiao to frown and hesitate on how to respond.
"The main reason I stayed here is that you have this equipment."
There was no need for further words; Ye Zhongming felt that was enough to compel Ruan Xiao to make a decision.
"Alright!"
Almost gritting his teeth, Ruan Xiao agreed. This item was his best equipment, worth almost half of his entire fortune.
"However, my asking price won’t be low."
Ruan Xiao said this almost through clenched teeth.
Ye Zhongming shrugged, "Three, there are quite a few people arriving in Linhai, right? You need to convince them to cooperate with me."
The first two points were within Ruan Xiao's expectations, but the third point caught him off guard; he didn't even quite understand.
Cooperate? What did cooperation mean? To put it plainly, in today's context, it was a form of employment—people risk their lives for you, and you pay them for it. Even so, this was not an easy matter because the desire for treasures made everyone hold an element of luck. As long as that mindset existed, getting them to agree to cooperate would be extremely difficult. Even if they agreed, you wouldn't know if they were sincere or just pretending.
Moreover, the compensation aspect was also a problem. The asking price for the cooperation would undoubtedly be high, which, to some extent, provided an opportunity for extortion. Wasn't that how Ruan Xiao felt when he realized he couldn't handle Ye Zhongming?
Also, Ruan Xiao particularly didn't understand; even if the Ogre Chain united the evolvers entering Linhai with its favored means, what was Ye Zhongming aiming to achieve? Gathering so many people and offering excessive compensation, what would he gain?
However, if that were the case, then it was undoubtedly true that the Ogre Chain would receive more benefits.