Meng Zhao answered without the slightest hesitation,
"Regarding the Dan Chi Clan, I already discussed it with my father-in-law in advance. He has entrusted me with full authority to handle all matters concerning our dealings with you. Since I said I agreed for the two families to become one, then the Dan Chi Clan will never go back on its word.
"Besides, at this point, if we do not wish to suffer losses and bring hardship upon the Dan Chi tribesmen, do we have any other choice?"
Purple Butterfly nodded. Without their even realizing it, they had already driven the Dan Chi Clan deep into Hu Mountain and sealed off its routes to the outside world. Other than continuing deeper into Hu Mountain, the only way for them to escape was to choose integration.
Thus, Meng Zhao's explanation not only fit reality, but also suited his wishes. Did it not prove that all their previous measures had worked? This improved his mood considerably.
"Haha, for the Dan Chi Clan to have a son-in-law like you is truly a tremendous blessing.
"As long as that major premise stands, everything else can be discussed. How about this? Pick a time, and Patriarch Ji and I will carefully discuss the merger of both sides. That way, we can look after your Dan Chi Clan while also putting our minds at ease."
The way Purple Butterfly looked at Meng Zhao was much gentler now. How could a battered Dan Chi Clan compare to an intact Dan Chi Clan that had voluntarily thrown itself into their arms?
If not for Meng Zhao, he would nearly have missed this heaven-sent achievement. If they succeeded in the future, then merely bringing the Dan Chi Clan over would make him an unquestioned founding merit official. How could he