He had not grown so shortsighted as that.
Soon, he looked at the three Authority Holders waiting for his answer, then at Alvin and Lilith, before finally speaking calmly.
"Forget the generous gift. The Flame of Continued Combustion is rather special to me. There are too many variables in the future, and I can't make any promises right now."
His tone shifted, remaining indifferent.
"And for the time being, I'm staying in Alvin's world. I have no need to establish a separate base for now."
With these words, he had not refused outright, but he had clearly stated that he would not accept such a proposal at present. At the same time, Shen Yi had also used Alvin as a shield.
At the side, when Alvin heard Shen Yi's words, his vast magnetic field trembled lightly. He fell speechless.
Of course he understood what Shen Yi meant, but in the past, he had indeed tested and hidden things from Shen Yi, and deep down, he also harbored a rather intense desire for the Flame of Continued Combustion.
At this moment, he could only tacitly accept it and pretend nothing had happened.
Before Shen Yi's group, the three Authority Holders exchanged an invisible pulse of intent, seemingly unsurprised by Shen Yi's caution. They even seemed to appreciate it somewhat.
The Authority Holder condensed from starlight spoke.
"I understand. Your caution is wise. But this proposal will remain valid for a long time. If you change your mind in the future, you may leave a message through Alvin, or at the Godless Settlement, to contact us."
"Farewell."
With that said, the three powerful auras quietly dispersed just as they had appeared, as though they had never blocked them at all.
The surrounding gazes that had been prying at them also withdrew considerably