At those words, Wu Yu drew a deep breath and replied solemnly:
"Since you place such trust in me, Brother Lin, I am willing to serve you like a faithful hound or steed."
Lin Ke laughed heartily. "Haha, Brother Wu, you're being far too serious. There's no need for that."
"So, which form of payment would you prefer?"
Looking at the choices alone, he actually hoped Wu Yu would choose the second option.
Although he might not earn much at first, as the Great Wilderness Palace's businesses continued to expand, Wu Yu would be able to earn more and more spirit stones.
With enough spirit stones to support him, Wu Yu could also ensure his own cultivation progressed.
Wu Yu waved a hand. "There's no need to think it over. Just pay me the fixed amount under the first option, Brother Lin."
"It is already an honor to have earned your appreciation. How could I dare ask for anything more?"
In his eyes, without Lin Ke's recognition, he might still have been living from one meal to the next, never knowing where the next would come from.
That recognition was enough. Spirit stones and the like were merely worldly possessions.
"Why not choose the second option after all, Brother Wu?"
Lin Ke urged him, "After all, spirit stones are hard currency within the sect. You'll need them wherever you go."
As a Spirit Planter, Wu Yu needed substantial resources both for cultivation and for nurturing spirit plants.
Without spirit stones, his cultivation would likely progress slowly.
Yet Wu Yu stuck to his choice. "There's no need to say more, Brother Lin. Your thoughtfulness is enough."
"This salary will cover my daily needs without any trouble. Besides, I'll be cultivating spirit plants for you. If I need anything else, you can