Let Me Explain, Fairy
Chapter 234 - One Hundred Eighty-Three: Compromise

Chapter 234: Chapter One Hundred Eighty-Three: Compromise

The documents consisted of around a dozen pages.

Due to the limited time, Xu Yuan had not managed to have someone transcribe them uniformly.

The handwriting on each page differed but corresponded to an important industry within a major prefecture or county inside Xize State belonging to the Myriad Manifestation Sect.

All these things had been hastily compiled by the Black Scale Guards from various locations at noon today.

The situation in each prefecture and county was categorized into several main classes as per Xu Yuan’s request, with each main class further divided into numerous detailed subcategories.

At a glance, it didn’t seem too complicated.

From agriculture and mining that involved the common folk to taverns and Hook Bars within the city, and even large-scale guilds or banks, with one section of the comprehensive index even including the unique Formation Pattern Technique of the Myriad Manifestation Sect.

In silence,

The Sect Master and the Great Elder of the Myriad Manifestation Sect browsed through this registry briefly.

Exchanging glances, both saw a hint of indignation and helplessness in each other’s eyes.

This registry encompassed seventy percent of the Myriad Manifestation Sect’s industries in Xize State, and more than ninety percent listed were in profitable operation.

Taking a deep breath, the Sect Master of Myriad Manifestation Sect quickly spoke in a low voice,

"Young Master, the industries listed here are worth far more than ninety million..."

Xu Yuan interrupted him halfway through, casually remarking as he filed his nails,

"Don’t worry, I am aware that the value of these belongings far exceeds the total compensation you’re liable for. Isn’t it just that time is pressing? It’s only been a little over half a month since the incident in Shengshan County. This registry only lists the items we are interested in. Just agree for now, and dedicated personnel will negotiate with you later about the discount details."

"...." The Sect Master of Myriad Manifestation Sect remained silent.

The implication of the other party’s words was clear,

Don’t try to pad the numbers with those unprofitable trash assets; we’ve already investigated everything.

As the upper echelons of Myriad Manifestation Sect were frantically blaming each other like headless flies, the Prime Minister’s Mansion had already begun making preparations for these minor details.

Without a word,

The Sect Master and the Great Elder of Myriad Manifestation Sect stood up almost simultaneously, the Great Elder bowing slightly,

"Young Master, this matter is of great consequence, we need to return to the Sect."

Although they were the Sect Master and the Great Elder, they did not have the authority to decide on such a large sum.

Because many of the industries listed on the registry belonged to other Sect families.

"Of course, that’s fine."

Xu Yuan shrugged, indicating it was no issue, then turned to Xu Xinyao behind him and instructed,

"Xiaohe, come, clean up this trash from the Crystal Messenger Body."

The meaning was crystal clear, discuss it as you wish, but just a reminder, the Black Scale Army will start their assault after two quarters of an hour.

Upon hearing this, the Great Elder’s brows furrowed sharply,

"Young Master, could you possibly extend the deadline?"

Xu Yuan shook his head, appearing regretful as he said,

"Great Elder, there’s no joking in the military. Though I would like to make changes, soldiers in the field must obey orders..."

Without further discussion, both elders bowed respectfully and, carrying Zhou Xiaohe’s corpse, they left the Xuanyin Pavilion, transforming into fleeting shadows rushing towards the depths of the mountain gate.

Once the figures of the two vanished from sight, Xu Yuan sighed and sank back into the soft couch behind him, instructing Xu Xinyao who was beside him,

"Let the people up front know, we’re taking a detour to East City."

"What?"

Xu Xinyao spoke for the first time, hesitantly asking, "Aren’t we... going to wait for them here?"

Xu Yuan rolled his eyes, clearly exasperated,

"We have no need to stay here any longer. If they agree, they’ll naturally come to find us in East City; if not... staying here is just waiting for death."

After this, Xu Yuan waved his hand at Xu Xinyao,

"Go on then."

"......"

After a short silence, Xu Xinyao bowed slightly and turned to walk out of the room.

Watching Xu Xinyao’s graceful departing figure, Xu Yuan suddenly spoke out,

"Xinyao, have you now seen the Sect’s true colors clearly?"

Xu Xinyao’s body stiffened slightly.

Xu Yuan laughed, "It’s alright, you don’t need to answer; it’s enough that you know the answer in your heart."

As she fell silent and walked out of the pavilion,

The room door closed, and Xu Yuan felt the soft couch beside him sink slightly as the bewitching scent of flowers reached him once again.

Lou Ji’s legs, barely visible through her attire, were crossed, with one foot occasionally flashing out from her high-heeled boots,

"Changtian, do you think they will agree?"

Inhaling the fragrance, Xu Yuan chuckled,

"Of course they’ll pay. Ninety million won’t shake their foundations, and even if someone wants to bring about mutual destruction, others within the Sect will never agree to it."

Hearing this, Lou Ji smiled, her gaze falling to her slender, sharp nails as she toyed with them,

"You’ve planned thoroughly, but Changtian, you just gave an order to Yuan Hao~"

Xu Yuan glanced at the older woman with a faint smile,

"Sister, are you worried that Yuan Hao won’t obey the orders?"

Lou Ji nodded, her eyes alight with mirth,

"That guy will be eager to follow your command. Right now, Wanxiang City for Yuan Hao is like a stripped bare entertainer for a desperate lecher~"

Xu Yuan shook his head,

"Although that guy is a bit crazy, he knows his stuff when it comes to warfare. Even with orders, he’ll have to wait for the follow-up reinforcements to enter the city. No matter how much he’s urged, it will take at least two quarters of an hour."

With that,

Xu Yuan grinned,

"Besides, I’m already preparing to head to East City, am I not?"

Lou Ji narrowed her eyes,

"So, were you just scaring those two old men a moment ago?"