You Want to Borrow the Power of My Wu Clan
Upon hearing Zhou Ming say that they needed to discuss serious matters, Haotian not only wasn't nervous, but actually breathed a sigh of relief.
This was exactly the part Haotian was looking forward to.
He wasn't afraid of Zhou Ming making demands.
I'm afraid Zhou Ming won't want anything.
If Zhou Ming doesn't want anything, it means that he and the Wu Clan will never be able to establish a real connection.
As long as Zhou Ming is willing to take the goods, the deal can be negotiated.
As long as the deal can be negotiated, it means that he has a chance to get close to the most powerful force in the Primordial Wilderness — the Wu Clan!
The Heavenly Court is currently lacking in both manpower and treasures; its only redeeming quality is Heavenly Court ethereal and intangible Fortune.
Even if Zhou Ming didn't bring it up today, he would still find a way to offer him benefits.
Only when both parties share benefits can a genuine connection be established.
Heavenly Heart raced with thoughts, but he dared not hesitate for a moment. He solemnly addressed Zhou Ming.
"Please speak, Saint."
My junior sister and I are all ears.
Zhou Ming looked calmly at the two of them and slowly began to speak.
"Then I'll just say it directly."
"The Heavenly Court will be ruled by the two of you; my Wu Clan has no objection."
"But you'll always have to pay a price."
He paused, then stated his conditions.
"Thirty percent of the Heavenly Court's Fortune belongs to my Wu Clan."
"Once you have obtained this thirty percent of the Fortune, the Heavenly Court will be under your full control. My Wu Clan will not interfere in the slightest."
Zhou Ming looked at them, his tone indifferent.
Do either of you have any objections?
After saying that, Zhou Ming fell silent, simply looking at them calmly and waiting for their reply.
Three-tenths of the Fortune!
Haotian and Yaochi's hearts skipped a beat, but what followed was not heartache, but a surge of ecstasy.
Just as I expected!
Just as they had predicted.
Sage Zhou Ming, or rather the entire Wu Clan, had absolutely no interest in managing such tedious affairs as the Heavenly Court.
What they care about is the immense Fortune that the Heavenly Court will bring after its establishment!
You need good Fortune!
Very good!
The Heavenly Court now has nothing; the only thing it can trade is its Fortune.
Moreover, the Heavenly Court is now just an empty shell, its Fortune pitifully thin.
Fortune is something that can only gradually accumulate through the continuous development and establishment of order by the Heavenly Court.
Giving away 30% now means absolutely nothing to them.
On the contrary, Zhou Ming's request revealed a crucial piece of information.
He is optimistic about the future of Heavenly Court!
If he didn't have a positive outlook on the Heavenly Court, why would he Fortune Heavenly Court future fortune as a bargaining chip?
This shows that, in Zhou Ming's eyes, the Heavenly Court has potential for development.
He was even more confident that he could persuade Sage Zhou Ming to send members of the Wu Clan to join the Heavenly Court!
Thinking of this, Haotian and Yaochi exchanged a glance, both seeing the excitement in each other's hearts.
Zhou Ming looked at the two silent people and assumed they were unwilling.
Indeed, the Heavenly Court's Fortune is the foundation upon which they stand.
It concerns the future progress of cultivation. Having 30% of it directly taken away is heartbreaking for anyone.
However, this is the price they have to pay.
Zhou Ming's expression remained unchanged, but his words startled Haotian and Yaochi.
"How?"
"You're unwilling?"
A subtle pressure enveloped Haotian and Yaochi's hearts.
Houtu didn't speak, but she just sat there quietly.
The aura belonging to Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal made Haotian and Yaochi breathless.
Two Primordial Daluo Golden Immortal!
Who could withstand this?!
Sensing the displeasure in Zhou Ming's words, Haotian and Yaochi shuddered, instantly snapping out of their euphoria.
Broken!
The Saint has misunderstood!
No, no!
Haotian quickly waved his hand.
"The Saint has misunderstood! We are willing, of course we are willing!"
Yaochi also hurriedly explained.
"Yes, Your Saint, my senior brother and I were simply too shocked to react for a moment, and we had absolutely no intention of being unwilling!"
Upon seeing this, Haotian immediately expressed his opinion.
"Let's do as the Saint says!"
"Thirty percent of the Heavenly Court's Fortune belongs to the Wu Clan!"
The two agreed quickly and hastily, afraid that if they hesitated even a moment, Zhou Ming would immediately turn his back on them.
Zhou Ming nodded in satisfaction after seeing that they agreed.
"Good."
"You guys know what's good for you."
"Then it's settled."
Having achieved his goal, he had no intention of lingering any longer.
"Alright, now that we've finished discussing things, we won't disturb you any longer."
"Sister Houtu, let's go."
"Yes, Elder Brother."
Houtu also stood up and nodded slightly to Haotian and Yaochi.
Seeing that Zhou Ming and Houtu were about to leave, Heavenly Heart extremely anxious.
His real goal for today hasn't been achieved yet!
If we just let them go like this, wouldn't everything we've done so far be for nothing?
Without thinking, he blurted it out.
"Saint, wait!"
Zhou Ming stopped, turned around, and looked at him with a slightly puzzled expression.
"What, is there something else you need?"
Haotian steeled himself and stepped forward, bowing once more.
"Yes, Haotian has another matter he wishes to discuss with the Saint."
He raised his head, his attitude sincere.
"I hope the Saint will grant me a chance to stay a little longer."
Zhou Ming looked at him, somewhat curious.
The benefits have been given, and the price has been agreed upon; what else could he possibly want?
Zhou Ming was too lazy to guess, so he simply sat down again.
"What's wrong? Just tell me."
Houtu sat down again, quietly watching Haotian without saying a word.
Heavenly Heart certain that he had finally taken this crucial step.
He paused for a moment before speaking.
"Even the Saint know that the Heavenly Court's biggest predicament right now is its inability to recruit manpower."
"Without human intervention, the Heavenly Court Heavenly Court cannot function, and it will forever remain an empty shell."
"So..."
Having said this, Haotian mustered his courage and bowed deeply to Zhou Ming and Houtu once again.
"Haotian dare to be so bold as to request the Saint!"
"It will allow some members of the Wu Clan to join the Heavenly Court and assume Divine Office!"
Upon hearing this, even the usually gentle and quiet Houtu showed a surprised expression.
Zhou Ming was genuinely surprised by these words.
He sized up Haotian, and after a moment he slowly spoke.
"Oh?"
"Let the people of my Wu Clan join the Heavenly Court?"
"Haotian, you've got some nerve."
"Aren't you afraid that if my Wu Clan comes, they'll usurp your position as Jade Emperor?"
Upon hearing this, Haotian gave a wry smile.
He straightened up and answered politely but firmly.
"The Saint is joking."
"If the Saint and the Wu Clan are interested in the Jade Emperor's throne."
"Why bother going through all that trouble back in the Pangu Hall, agreeing to let my junior sister and I take charge of the Heavenly Court?"
"With the strength of Your Saint and the Wu Clan, if you truly wish for a member of the Wu Clan to ascend to the throne of the Jade Emperor..."
"Even the Old Master would surely give the Saint this face."
"The fact that you didn't do that shows that you and the Wu Clan don't even consider the Jade Emperor's position."
Zhou Ming looked at Haotian; this guy was much smarter than he had imagined.
No wonder he was able to serve the Dao Ancestor for countless Eon.
Their vision and perspective are unmatched by ordinary Rogue cultivator.
"You see things quite clearly."
"You dared to make this request because you know that people of my Wu Clan have always disliked managing such tedious mundane affairs."
Before Haotian could answer, Zhou Ming directly saw through his thoughts.
"Ultimately, you don't need my Wu Clan to do anything for you."
"You want to take advantage of my Wu Clan's power."
"Recruit some people for your newly established Heavenly Court."