Su Xin narrowed his eyes at Chu Jingtian. He took the bait that quickly? It seems the Chu Family's strength really has declined badly in recent years.
"Young friend, you'd best think this through. First, this old man's temper isn't so good. I came to your Chu Family to serve as a retainer, not as a lackey. This old man will do his utmost to fulfill a retainer's duties, but I will not allow others to order me about at will.
"Second, this old man occupies quite a few islands in the Chaotic Star Sea, and their resource output is not insignificant. If your Chu Family offers too little, this old man might as well return to my Chaotic Star Sea."
Chu Jingtian hurriedly said, "Senior, please rest assured regarding the first point. You are a Yang Spirit Realm expert. Even if you join my Chu Family as an offering, you would only be responsible for safeguarding our Chu Family. We certainly would not trouble you with any messy trifles.
"As for the amount of the offering, please come with me to the family council hall. Our Chu Family's head and elders will discuss it with you then."
Su Xin pondered for a moment before saying, "This old man had originally planned to return to the Chaotic Star Sea after touring the Inner Sea. But I get along rather well with you, little brother. Since your Chu Family is sincere, this old man will stay and give it a try."
Chu Jingtian was overjoyed and immediately led Su Xin to the Chu Family's council hall.
At this time, Chu Zhouxing and a visibly aged Yang Spirit Realm martial artist sat in the seats of honor within the Chu Family council hall, while the other Chu Family martial artists holding real