Ellari's gaze flickered slightly. It was the first time Lin Mo had seen a subtle change in her expression.
That meant his words had struck a chord.
Lin Mo seized the opening and struck while the iron was hot.
"Of course, Great Xia won't ask the Elves to take risks for nothing."
"We've already reached an agreement with the Holy Human Race. They've agreed to provide support."
"Likewise, Great Xia can pay the Elves at the going rate for hiring Seventh Order combatants."
At this, Ellari said coolly,
"The Elves have no shortage of wealth."
What sounded like a refusal actually put Lin Mo somewhat at ease.
There's a chance.
It meant she was no longer dwelling on whether to help.
The negotiations had entered the bargaining stage.
Lin Mo's mind raced.
The Elves lacked neither money nor resources.
What treasures had a race that had lived for thousands of years not seen?
Then what does she lack?
That's it-a sense of security!
An Elf Queen over two thousand years old, who had experienced countless wars and crises, would always care most about the Elves' long-term survival.
With that in mind, Lin Mo spoke.
"Since Your Majesty has no interest in material wealth, how about this? On top of payment, Great Xia promises to help the Elves once in the future, unconditionally."
"Whether it's an invasion by the Demon Clan or any other crisis threatening the Elves' survival, Great Xia will spare no effort, with no conditions attached."
Those words subtly changed the atmosphere in the hall.
Fendona's eyes widened as she looked at Lin Mo, her emerald-green eyes full of surprise.
That promise carried far more weight than money.
Ellari watched Lin Mo, then said after a moment of silence,
"Twice."
Lin Mo frowned slightly.
"Your Majesty..."
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