Lu Xiaotian's richest haul had come from killing Ye Qianxun's Lotus Avatar, a Body Integration Realm Late Stage cultivator. The spirit crystals alone had totaled more than forty million. But Ye Qianxun's Lotus Avatar had spent years accumulating that fortune, and each year's gains had to cover his own expenses before the remainder could be saved.
"What are the terms?" the darkmoon demon bat Kou Jing asked.
"If one day you're dissatisfied with how things are going and want to leave, you may do so at any time," Lu Xiaotian said. Involving an entire faction might amount to only a few simple words for powerful figures like him and Kou Jing, but below them, it could mean one bloody struggle after another as territory changed hands.
Lu Xiaotian naturally wanted the spirit crystals. But if Kou Jing acted too bloodily, against Lu Xiaotian's principles, he had no wish to wade into that muddy water.
Buddhism spoke of karmic retribution, while Daoism spoke of the cycles of heavenly law. Both taught the same principle: Lu Xiaotian had no wish to burden himself with a host of needless killings.
"That's acceptable. But if Pill King Lu ever wants to withdraw, I hope you'll tell me in advance. And if I do anything that displeases you, please tell me plainly beforehand. It's not my wish to fall out with you."
Kou Jing frowned at that. Once he had spread his influence, Lu Xiaotian could simply walk away, which would put him at a serious disadvantage. If his strength no longer matched his position, then even as a Body Integration Realm Late Stage powerhouse, he wouldn't be able to hold on to all that territory.
"Agreed. Also, this cooperation is limited to the territories that concern your interests. Your old sphere of influence has