Without a doubt, Ning Fengzhi's request was excessive. His actions were not only driven by financial considerations but also by the potential other consequences.
Qi Ling was prepared for this, so she said, "I can agree to your request, Sect Master Ning, but I want 50% of the net profit from your external sales!"
Fifty percent means that Ning Fengzhi will have to give half of his earnings to Qi Ling. This is undoubtedly a considerable sum, because Qi Ling is only responsible for the production of the medicine, while Ning Fengzhi is responsible for all other costs and operations. Qi Ling is essentially earning half of the money without lifting a finger.
However, Ning Fengzhi had no choice but to accept this condition. As he said before, if this kind of medicine could be monopolized, the profits generated would be far beyond what money could measure.
"Sure, I'll give you 50% of the profits from all the pills sold!" Ning Fengzhi said. "Also, I heard from Rongrong that you cultivated that Dragon Blood Aromatic Silk Beauty and gave it to Rongrong. If you still have it, I'm willing to exchange it for it at any cost."
Even for Ning Fengzhi, given his status, the temptation to Martial Soul Evolution was simply too great; it was his only chance to realize his dream.
However, Qi Ling shook her head and said, "I'm sorry, Sect Master Ning, that herb is far too precious. I only managed to find one myself. If you want it, you'll probably have to look elsewhere."
Ning Fengzhi said regretfully, "Is that so? I guessed that too. If this medicine were really that easy to find, why wouldn't my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect be able to break through?"
Just then, there was a knock on the door of the quiet room. Jian Lan led Tang San in, then closed the door and stood guard outside.
The time that followed was naturally for Tang San and Ning Fengzhi to discuss his Hidden Weapon. These Hidden Weapon also had to be assembled by Tang San himself, with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect only responsible for manufacturing the parts. The final transaction price was 10,000 Gold Soul Coin per set.
Seeing that his side had paid such a heavy price, Bone Douluo couldn't help but say, "You two brats are too good at business. No one has ever dared to scheme against my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect like this. Aren't you afraid we'll go back on our word?"
" Grandpa Bone!" Ning Rongrong said coquettishly, but Qi Ling stopped her with her hand.
Qi Ling then stood up, looked directly into Ning Fengzhi's eyes, and said, " Sect Master Ning, I think you should understand that in this transaction, you will gain more than us, not less! I hope that our cooperation will be based on fairness and respect, considering everyone's future, which will benefit us all."
Please believe me, the benefits of being friends with me are absolutely the greatest.
Ning Fengzhi looked into Qi Ling's eyes and realized that Qi Ling was the first person he couldn't figure out. It seemed that he was born equal to everyone, yet he was above everyone else!
Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but become more and more interested in Qi Ling, so he stood up, extended his hand to Qi Ling, and said, "Of course, Qi Ling, I wish us a pleasant cooperation."
"It's a pleasure to work with you." Qi Ling extended her hand and Ning Fengzhi.
After Qi Ling and Tang San left the meditation room, Ning Rongrong said discontentedly, " Grandpa Bone, Dad, how could you threaten Qi Ling like that? I'm not talking to you anymore."
Ning Fengzhi said helplessly, " Rongrong, Uncle Gu is only thinking about the sect, and as the sect leader, Dad naturally has to consider the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect as well."
"Besides, this Qi Ling is not one to suffer a loss easily. This is the first time I've met someone who isn't afraid of Uncle Gu at all."
Although she knew Ning Fengzhi was telling the truth, Ning Rongrong still felt a bit annoyed. So she made a face at the two of them and ran out, saying, "Hmph! I'm ignoring you two, I'm going to find Sister Jian Lan!"
After Ning Rongrong left the meeting room, only Gu Rong and Ning Fengzhi remained. Gu Rong asked in a deep voice, " Fengzhi, what do you think of this kid? Such an outstanding person, yet we can't use him. I'm afraid he'll become a great threat in the future! Do you think we should..."
As Gu Rong spoke, he made a feinting slash with his hand, his intention all too clear.
"No, Uncle Gu, we absolutely cannot do that," Ning Fengzhi resolutely refused. "Just as he said, the benefits we gain from befriending him far outweigh those from eliminating him!"
"Moreover, for some reason, I have a feeling that even though he's only a Soul Elder, even if you, Uncle Gu, were to take action, you probably wouldn't be able to stop him! And the consequences of doing so could be extremely dire."
"Oh? This kid actually has such abilities? The consequences will be so dire that we can't accept it?" Gu Rong exclaimed in surprise.
"Not to mention that Shrek Academy is full of talented people, each with extraordinary abilities, Uncle Gu, just think about it: if you kill him, Rongrong will definitely hate you for the rest of her life. Can you bear that consequence?" Ning Fengzhi said helplessly.
Gu Rong thought about it and realized it might actually be possible. Cold sweat immediately broke out on his back. "Then, then let him go! As long as he doesn't pose a threat to my sect, I won't kill him."
"That's right. And with Uncle Gu's talent, it won't be long before he becomes a famous figure. So not only should we not make enemies with him, but we should also do our best to be on good terms with him," Ning Fengzhi said.
Gu Rong asked, puzzled, "Why is that? Sect Master, I don't understand."
Ning Fengzhi sighed softly and said, " Uncle Gu, you haven't been out and about for many years, so you don't know much about the situation outside. Although nothing major has happened these past few years, it's precisely because it's been too peaceful that it's not a good thing!"
Gu Rong said dismissively, "Sect Master, aren't you being too pessimistic? The peace on this continent is, in my opinion, an inevitable trend. The various forces are currently in a state of balance. Even if the two great empires wanted to take action, they would be powerless to do so. How could there be any changes?"
Ning Fengzhi a wry smile and said, "If only that were true. The state of balance is precisely the easiest to break! I've already found some clues, and I'm afraid it won't be long before someone starts to stir up trouble."
"If anything changes occur on the continent, although my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect has the two of you in charge, our overall strength is the weakest among the Upper Three Sects. If we cannot make a careful decision, we may face utter annihilation."
Gu Rong frowned and said, "But even so, can this kid really be the key to saving my clan?"
"Of course, I have high hopes for him, and I can sense that he is destined for my sect. The future of my sect will definitely be tied to him," Ning Fengzhi said.
"I've even been considering whether we should tie him to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect through a marriage alliance! Fortunately, Rongrong has a good impression of him, so this method might be feasible."
"This..." Gu Rong said, "It seems this kid really can't be touched."
"That's right, the future of my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect may really depend on him," Ning Fengzhi emotion.