390: Calculation

Since Shangguan Qianxue didn't reveal herself, there was certainly no problem with him saying that.

As expected, upon hearing this, Mystic Dragon True Person stopped asking further.

Such matters were merely routine inquiries; if the other party truly had issues, the Immortal Sect would send someone specifically to find them, without needing him to speak.

"Alright, you may leave," Mystic Dragon True Person said.

Calling the other party here this time was, firstly, to confirm the cooperation matter, and secondly, to inquire about the Ruins.

Since the matter was resolved, there was nothing more to say.

As for the Immortal City industry matters, the other party's meager industry wasn't enough; he would naturally discuss it with Tianxia Tavern.

If it weren't for the cooperation matter, he wouldn't have arranged the other party in the first row.

This would also provide an explanation to Tianxia Tavern.

After all, if he were to get involved, it would also harm Tianxia Tavern's interests.

Now, his decision to start with Zhou Luo was to avoid giving others cause for gossip.

With the matter concluded, Zhou Luo rose and excused himself.

Walking outside, feeling the gazes fall upon him, he took a deep breath and returned to his seat.

"How is it, Zhou Alchemist? Did your worries come true?" Hongxiu transmitted her voice, asking.

"How to put it? At least it proves my intuition was correct," Zhou Luo said, feeling quite helpless.

The purpose of this banquet was indeed for his industry, but the methods used by the other party were softer than expected.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but look to the other side.

Behind that screen sat Long Yunshuang, the Shopkeeper of Tianxia Tavern.

After all the guests in the first row had conversed with Mystic Dragon True Person, it signaled that the banquet was nearing its end.

Everyone also took this opportunity to continue networking and strengthening relationships, to facilitate future cooperation.

After the banquet ended, Zhou Luo was asked to stay behind alone.

In the room, he met Fang Li again.

Sitting in the large chair, Fang Li raised an eyebrow slightly and a corner of his mouth lifted: "I thought Zhou Alchemist didn't want to cooperate."

Zhou Luo sat down beside him, neither humble nor arrogant, and said calmly: "Daoist friend Fang, since the True Person has spoken, and Manager Long also agrees, I naturally have no room to refuse."

"As for the content of this cooperation, since the industry is handled by a friend of mine, you can discuss the specific details with him later."

"I believe the True Person certainly won't let me suffer a loss."

As he spoke these words, his eyes were deep, and his gaze towards the other party was somewhat profound.

Through Mystic Dragon True Person's words, he understood that although the other party was cooperating with him according to the True Person's instructions, in reality, he wanted to directly seize his industry, not just a simple cooperation.

Therefore, the purpose of him saying this was also to warn the other party not to think of going against the True Person's wishes.

Fang Li's gaze darkened, knowing the other party's meaning, but he wasn't very concerned.

He was a direct Disciple; his status was much higher than that of other Disciples.

Currently, he could cooperate with the other party according to his Revered Master's intentions, but in the future, he would definitely try every means to slowly squeeze the other party out.

"Zhou Alchemist is right, then I hope we have a pleasant cooperation," Fang Li revealed a smile.

Only that smile was somewhat cold and unapproachable.

From beginning to end, he had not taken the other party seriously, so his attitude had never been very good.

Zhou Luo smiled without speaking.

Afterwards, the two briefly exchanged some information about the cooperation content, then Zhou Luo stated that this matter would be handed over to Wang Lang later, and left here.

Walking out of the Sect gate, Zhou Luo looked up at the clear blue sky.

It seems his strength and status are still insufficient.

Now, he can only give up a portion of the profit to the other party due to pressure.

But this matter is far from over; a strange light flickered in his eyes.

It's not that simple to make him hand over profits.

Currently, he might have to temporarily yield, but it won't be long before he definitely squeezes the other party out of Heavenly Pavilion.

Leaving the Sect gate, he returned to Zhou Residence, immediately summoned Wang Lang, and informed him of the cooperation matter.

After listening, Wang Lang's brows furrowed, and a solemn expression appeared on his face.

How could he not know that this was the Immortal Sect wanting to carve up their profits?

But in this matter, they truly had no ability to stop it.

This was the sorrow of small figures like them, who had no backing.

"Being divided profits is a small matter, don't be plotted against by others."

After speaking, Zhou Luo said earnestly.

Compared to having a portion of the profit taken, he was worried that Fang Li would quietly squeeze out his personnel in the Heavenly Pavilion commercial area, thus preventing him from obtaining specific information.

At that time, he would have no way to counterattack.

So he could only say solemnly: "Grand Manager, rest assured, I will pay special attention."

Over the years, besides cultivating, a large part of Wang Lang's Time was spent researching his business abilities.

Coupled with having the Heavenly Pavilion commercial area to practice on, his ability in business is unquestionable.

Zhou Luo didn't say much more, only mentioning that if the other party used their status to pressure him, he could send someone to contact Long Yunshuang.

Now Long Yunshuang's perception of him must have changed differently, which is why she helped him at the banquet.

If he truly encountered trouble, seeking her out might not be a bad choice.

Wang Lang nodded and then left.

After he left, Zhou Luo called for Yao Wu.

Today's Yao Wu was no longer the young girl in her twenties from back then; she wore a light yellow long dress, embroidered with a peony using golden threads, appearing graceful, dignified, and virtuous.

Years of being together had made her more composed; with her hair styled in a bun and her exquisite face, one could sense a mature aura.

Although she was not yet forty, under the experience of managing the Zhou Residence over the years, she had clearly developed the image of a Family Head.

Especially since she was also a Gu Master, dealing frequently with Gu on a daily basis, she also carried a hint of a fearsome aura.

"Husband, what is it?" Yao Wu blinked her beautiful eyes and sat beside him.

"I met someone at the banquet..."

Zhou Luo then told her about meeting Hong Han at the banquet, especially detailing what the Wan Gu Sect was currently experiencing.

Listening to these matters, a trace of shock appeared on Yao Wu's exquisite face.

She had never known much about the Immortal Sect.

Since she was old enough to understand, she had always followed her Master.

Later, when she was older, her Master would also tell her about the Wan Gu Sect.

He didn't say much, mainly wanting her to understand the Sect.

Because he had said that her talent in refining Gu was not low, and if her achievements surpassed his in the future, she could completely join the Wan Gu Sect.

It was only later, due to the schemes of the Evil Cultivators from the Joyful Union Sect, that her Master died tragically, and this matter was left unresolved.

So many years had passed; when Zhou Luo brought up this matter again, a trace of sadness flowed in her beautiful eyes, and at the same time, she was shocked that her Master's Master had passed away.