NOVPUBChapter 830: Chapter 446: The Conditions of the Lin Family_2 Chapter 830: Chapter 446: The Conditions of the Lin Family_2 Lin Shikang was quite straightforward and did not take the opportunity to extort them.
Shao Changyi was also very tactful. He knew that words alone would not easily prompt a statement from the Lin Family.
After all, with the Lin Family’s strength greatly improved, they had no obligation to help the two sects in such a situation.
However, he also knew that no matter what Lin Shikang’s reasons were, he came prepared and had the authorization of the sect leaders of Myriad Medicine Valley.
As long as the requests were not too excessive, he had the authority to decide.
Understanding this, Shao Changyi said, “Lin, our appeal to the Lin Family for help naturally would not leave you to toil for nothing!”
“Before I came to the Lin Family Clan Grounds, I obtained the authorization from our sect’s Zhou, and Tian Ming from the Zhenyang Sect also visited. He entrusted me to come to the Lin Family and convey their goodwill!”
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“As long as the Lin Family helps our two sects get through this crisis, once the Golden Sword Sect is destroyed, their territory will be divided among our two sects as well as the Lin Family, the West River Li Family, and the Yingchuan Chen Family!”
“In addition, I have brought a few gifts this time, which I hope Lin will accept with a smile!”
Saying this, Shao Changyi waved his robe, and two storage bags appeared in front of Lin Shikang.
Seeing this, Lin Shikang frowned and then quickly extended his Divine Sense to inspect the ownerless storage bags.
Soon, he learned exactly what Shao Changyi’s gifts were.
After his inspection, the two storage bags contained two Offensive Magical Treasures and more than ten bottles of various elixirs, including Spirit Dragon Pills, Solidifying Pills, and Yuxu Pills used by Golden Core Cultivators.
Additionally, there were several bottles of Foundation Establishment Pills, as well as Second Order Pills like Hun Tian Pills, which help strengthen a family’s foundation. It seemed that Myriad Medicine Valley and the Zhenyang Sect really went all out this time.
At this juncture, Lin Shikang could not help but feel impressed. To win over the Lin Family, Myriad Medicine Valley and Zhenyang Sect indeed offered what the Lin Family needed most.
Especially now, with the Lin Family having revealed their strength, they had come into the sight of all the cultivators in the Wei Kingdom.
In the days ahead, if the Lin Family wanted to develop, they would have to expand their territory and significantly enhance the family’s foundation.
These items were indeed in short supply for the Lin Family and not something that could be gathered in a short period.
The two sects from Myriad Medicine Valley had clearly targeted the Lin Family’s needs, offering precisely what the Lin Family most desired.
Thus, even though Lin Shikang was very reluctant to get involved in the major conflict among the Three Sects of the Wei Kingdom, he also didn’t want to miss out on these treasures.
Nevertheless, even so, Lin Shikang did not rush to express his stance, nor would he make an early decision.
Lin Shikang knew this was only the base offer from Myriad Medicine Valley. To bring greater benefits to the Lin Family, he had to negotiate further to maximize the Lin Family’s interests.
Knowing this, Lin Shikang feigned a puzzled look and said, “Shao, I cannot decide this matter alone!”
“Seeing as you have come all this way to the Lin Family, why not stay with us for a while? After I discuss with the other family members, we can then make a decision. How does that sound?”
Hearing this, Shao Changyi showed a troubled expression.
In reality, Myriad Medicine Valley and Zhenyang Sect were currently busy dealing with the Golden Sword Sect, and as a Golden Core Stage Cultivator, he had no leisure time to wait at the Lin Family.
If it would take only three to five days to get a clear answer, that would still be fine, but if it got delayed for a month or two, the entire situation might undergo a huge change.
It must be known that the two great sects of the Huangyang Kingdom were throwing their weight around on the lands of the Wei Kingdom. Many cultivators were displaced, and some had even lost their lives.
He had come to the Lin Family on a mission from the Two Sects. Before leaving, Zhou Yunxiao had emphasized again and again to recruit the Lin Family at all costs.
Including Tian Ming from the Zhenyang Sect, although not as unyielding as Zhou, had also agreed that as long as it did not shake the foundation of the Zhenyang Sect, Zhao could promise some benefits to the Lin Family.
It appears that, including Zhenyang Sect and Myriad Medicine Valley, in the face of the Golden Sword Sect’s ferocious attack, had to make significant concessions.
Such measures were taken to persuade the Lin Family, a formidable force, to join their camp.
After all, the strength of the Lin Family was now quite formidable. With four Golden Core Stage cultivators, they were almost equivalent to a Great Sect of the same level.
Now, it is clear that the Lin Family’s priority surpassed that of the other Two Great Golden Core Families, and the support they could offer was far greater than the other two families.
Shao Changyi had lived for several hundreds of years and obviously understood this important factor.
Understanding this, Shao Changyi, when thinking about the words entrusted to him by Zhou Yunxiao, immediately gritted his teeth and said, “Lin, our two sects are currently in dire straits, I’m afraid we cannot afford to wait!”
“And the Lin Family, as a native family clan of the Wei Kingdom, and also a member of the orthodox cultivators, should bear the corresponding responsibility to resist the invasion of Huangyang Kingdom!”
“After all, the saying ‘When the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold’ is something I believe you understand, Lin. If the Golden Sword Sect were to annihilate our two sects, then the Lin Family, despite its great strength, would inevitably become their next target!”
“I say this standing on behalf of the countless cultivators of the Wei Kingdom, hoping the Lin Family, considering our cooperation over the recent years, will make a decision quickly!”
“Rest assured, Lin, in addition to what I’ve pledged, if you have any demands, feel free to mention them. As long as I am the decision-maker here, we can sign a life-and-death contract with the Lin Family right now!”
Hearing these words conveyed an attitude that was both soft and forceful.
Lin Shikang also knew that Shao Changyi’s purpose was clear; if he didn’t provide a definite answer in a short time, Shao wouldn’t easily let this go.
Though the Lin Family’s strength had greatly improved, the words Shao Changyi had said did indeed make some sense.
Especially since, after the Golden Sword Sect and Blood Red Alliance had annihilated the two sects of Myriad Medicine Valley, even if they didn’t know about the grudge with the Lin Family, they would certainly eliminate the Lin Family as well.
Plus, the effort the Blood Red Alliance had put into searching for something indicated their determination.
Once Myriad Medicine Valley and Zhenyang Sect had been destroyed, they would inevitably turn their attention toward the Lin Family.
By that time, no matter how strong the Lin Family was, they probably could not compare to the current strength of the two sects from Myriad Medicine Valley!
As long as Myriad Medicine Valley and Zhenyang Sect stood firm, the Lin Family would not be the prime target of their urgency; instead, this would attract most of their attention, giving the Lin Family an opportunity to develop.
Given these circumstances, facing the fierce and unyielding Golden Sword Sect and Blood Red Alliance, the Lin Family would sooner or later stand against them.
If, as Shao Changyi said, Myriad Medicine Valley’s two sects were annihilated, the Lin Family alone would probably not be a match for the Golden Sword Sect.
In order to eliminate future troubles in the long term, the Lin Family must help Myriad Medicine Valley and Zhenyang Sect resist the Golden Sword Sect’s offensive.
As long as the Blood Red Alliance’s plan failed, there might still be a chance for a turnaround.
Realizing this, Lin Shikang actually had a plan along with Lin Tianming and others; the reason they hadn’t made a stance too early was also to negotiate for greater benefits.
Since Shao Changyi had gone to such lengths, if Lin Shikang intentionally delayed any longer, it would seem somewhat unkind.
In such circumstances, Lin Shikang simply smiled faintly and said, “Shao, since your sect has given you some authority, then I won’t beat around the bush!”
“If you want the Lin Family to take action quickly, you must agree to several conditions of mine!”
Upon hearing this, Lin Shikang obviously relaxed his stance, and Shao Changyi became somewhat excited.
He immediately followed up by asking urgently, “What conditions? You may speak freely, Lin!”
Finished speaking, Shao Changyi looked at Lin Shikang seriously, showing an expectant expression.
Seeing this, Lin Shikang didn’t delay further and began to slowly state his terms.
“First, the three Jiuli Star Fruits obtained from the Tianfeng Wind Secret Realm have already been used by the Lin Family. I hope your sect and Zhenyang Sect will not pursue this matter further and never seek to reclaim these fruits from the Lin Family.”
“Second, should we truly achieve victory in the great war, the Lin Family shall have priority in choosing the territories. If your sect disagrees, the Lin Family can exchange territories of the same level for the right to choose, and your sect as well as friends from Zhenyang Sect must accept this unconditionally.”
“Third, the quotas for entering the Tianfeng Wind Secret Realm given to the Golden Sword Sect must be handed over to the Lin Family, and your sect along with Zhenyang Sect’s cultivators must permanently recognize the full ownership of the Lin Family.”
“Fourth, no matter when the Lin Family faces retribution from any force of Huangyang Kingdom in the future, your sect along with Zhenyang Sect must come to support promptly, resisting the invasion of other national powers together!”
“Fifth, several Golden Core Cultivators in our clan are injured; it will probably take half a year for them to recover before we can dispatch three Golden Core Cultivators to respond to your call!”
