The Deputy Alliance Leader said, "Back then, I suggested a three-to-five-year agreement because I thought Brother Xu would have advanced another level by then, giving us better odds. I never imagined Brother Xu was a genius among geniuses, soaring to the heavens in just over a year—and even Elder Xia fell by your hand. Looking at things now, there's no need to wait any longer. Besides, our alliance truly has an urgent matter that may require Brother Xu's help. Of course, if Brother Xu insists on honoring our three-to-five-year agreement, I won't force the issue."
Back then, he had offered the Rebirth Pill to secure Xu Yi's promise—or, more precisely, the promise of a Talisman Master.
A Talisman Master was powerful. With one as an ally, many things one had never dared imagine could be accomplished.
The Merchant Alliance Headquarters had quite a reputation in Huaixi Prefecture, but across all of Jiannan Road, it was nothing special.
If they could bring a Talisman Master into their corner, it would greatly improve the Merchant Alliance Headquarters' position and expand its room to maneuver.
A Rebirth Pill was precious, but securing the allegiance of a promising Talisman Master in exchange was a bargain.
Xu Yi said, "Since you've come in person, please tell me what you need. If it's within my power, there's no need to wait for our three-to-five-year agreement. If I can help, I won't refuse."
With the Soul Restriction Talisman binding him, his promise to the cloaked man was a real problem.
Three to five years from now, he had no idea where he would be. It was better to cut this little loose end sooner rather than later.
The Deputy Alliance Leader said, "Brother Xu must know that the most pressing matter in our Sacred Court right now