The Artifact Changes Hands

The first condition had been met with remarkable ease.

Natsume was also greatly excited.

Then, without hesitation, he put forward his second condition.

"Second: I want to directly participate in the next round of the [Godslaying Plan] and the operation to develop the [New Nursery]."

At this—

Xushiki paused slightly.

He had thought that Nisshiki's second condition would be outrageously demanding, that he would take a huge bite out of them.

He had not expected it to be merely this request.

Was he taking the initiative to risk himself because he feared unfair distribution later on, that they would withhold the profits he deserved?

He should not be that foolish, should he?

"Elder Nisshiki, there is no need for this."

"If you are merely worried about the development profits from the [New Nursery], then rest assured."

"The [Council] will absolutely not withhold your share. Given your current merits and contributions, your eventual returns will only increase, never decrease."

Xushiki gave an exceptionally sincere assurance.

He tried to persuade Natsume.

To be honest, he did not want Nisshiki getting involved in the next round of the [Godslaying Plan].

Lest it create even more variables...

Natsume immediately refused.

"Of course I believe in the fairness of the entire [Council]."

"It is simply that I have other reasons for wishing to join the next operation."

"I am very interested in the strange authority power wielded by that [Jashin]. At the same time, I hope to fight stronger enemies and accelerate my mastery of my new [Divine Art]."

"I trust that Grand Elder Xushiki will not refuse such a small request of mine?"

"Of course, once I join—"

"I will also obey orders and follow Elder Meishiki's arrangements as team leader."

Since Natsume had put it that way—

Xushiki naturally had no reason left