"If we had to put it that way, perhaps only Divine Beasts of the same level would be qualified to form relatively normal alliances with them."
"I see."
Xiao Yan immediately understood and naturally had no further objections.
"So, does this mean the two of you have accepted the Continent of Merchants' invitation?"
Since such widely known information held little value in itself, Merchant Lord turned the conversation to business.
"There is no need to refuse something that benefits both sides."
It seemed that both parties were satisfied with the terms offered today, so there was naturally no need to waste any more time.
"—However, if I must say so, I have one final request on top of that."
Having more or less made up her mind, Yao Wan spoke.
"Please, go ahead."
"For any pills produced by us, I hope Merchant Lord and the Continent of Merchants can distinguish and label them separately from those of the Ancient Ten Thousand Grasslands, the Dan God Clan, or other factions. I imagine that would only be a simple matter for the Continent of Merchants, wouldn't it?"
The moment she said this, both Xiao Yan and Merchant Lord understood Yao Wan's meaning almost immediately.
"That is only natural. Under normal circumstances, unless the seller wishes otherwise, we generally announce the original owner of the goods. That is what those of us in business ought to do."
"It seems Young Madam places great importance on this matter. Are you confident that the Fire Domain's pills will be no worse than those of the two great pill-refining factions?"
"That would be rather arrogant to say aloud. It is better to judge by the results."
Yao Wan pondered for a moment before smiling faintly.
Merchant Lord paused. His instinctive guess had unexpectedly proven true. Somewhat