Zhao Yuanhao laughed after hearing this. "Taichu, you're still as stubborn as ever. I told you, there's no need to repay any favor. When you saved me back then, you never expected anything in return. It's the same now that I'm helping you."
"Besides, Rice Country benefited greatly from defeating the Dark Race this time. Not only were the people of the capital protected, but the dangers along the border were also eliminated. We won't have to worry about surprise attacks from the Dark Race anymore."
Lin Taichu wanted to say something more, but Zhao Yuanhao interrupted him. Zhao Yuanhao looked at Lin Taichu, his expression turning more serious.
"Taichu, I know you're a man who values loyalty and gratitude, but I truly don't need you to repay me. However, there is something I'd like to ask of you."
Lin Taichu hurriedly said, "Please speak, Your Majesty. So long as it is within my power, I will do my utmost."
He thought to himself that no matter what Zhao Yuanhao asked of him, as long as it did not violate the Tang Sect's rules or harm the people of the Jianghu, he would agree to it. It would also count as repaying this favor.
Zhao Yuanhao said, "Through this battle with the Dark Race, the people of Rice Country have all witnessed the Tang Sect's strength. Although Rice Country has remained stable over the years, small forces often harass our borders, and rebellions occasionally break out within the country."
"If we could establish diplomatic relations with the Tang Sect, then whenever Rice Country faced danger in the future, the Tang Sect could lend us a hand. In turn, we could provide the Tang Sect with material support. We could support one another and achieve mutual benefit."
The moment Lin Taichu