Seeing this Master Tan speak so frankly, he laughed and said:
"My disciple from the Lu Family is quite good, engaged in commerce for years. My sister now manages a few merchant ships under the Sixth Elder. I believe when the time comes, the Profound Sound Pavilion and Mr. Lin will lend a hand..."
Quite the character!
Looking at Master Tanâs demeanor, Lin Changâan couldnât help but feel peculiar.
He had seen those who rose by relying on their sisters and continuously drained them.
But it was his first time seeing someone who, unwilling to be looked down upon, wanted to prove himself and strengthen his sisterâs power.
Fairy Ni Chang beside him also showed a peculiar expression, indicating that this person had been planning for his sister all along.
This... seemed to pose no conflict with them, but rather, mutual benefit.
Noticing the twoâs strange expressions, Master Tan remained calm and said:
"In the past, I was unattractive, and only my elder sister didnât despise me, even helping me achieve Foundation Establishment. After she became the Sixth Elderâs concubine,
everyone said it was to gather Core Formation resources for me. Now, everything I do is to tell them what my sister can do for me, I can do too!"
Such deep sibling affection left Lin Changâan in silence.
Perhaps Master Tan wanted his sister to hold her head high, not to be mocked for using family resources only to support her brother.
"Master Tan, your sincerity is admirable,"
At their level of cultivation, having such feelings is indeed rare and precious.
Lin Changâan understood he was likely chosen for his clean background, unlikely to attract trouble.
From the beginning, Master Tan had trusted only the Lu Family.
However, with Lu Yushu having formed a Fake Pill, he needed someone to shield him.
For a moment, the three raised their cups and exchanged toasts, since it was indeed a win-win situation for all.
Even Lin Changâan was tempted; he had to guard the Outer Sea for Bihai Palace for a hundred years. Previously, when he went to Five Dragons Island, he was alone, without any backing.
Naturally, he didnât want to meddle in this turmoil.
But now things were different. With support, going there seemed like joining the table, which wasnât a bad thing at all.
Thinking of this, Lin Changâanâs eyes gleamed.
The Long Family even had another piece of Profound Celestial Immortal Vine Withered Leaves. Having cultivated for so many years, one withered leaf had only partially rejuvenated.
If he had to cultivate one from scratch, it would be even more demanding.
If he had the chance to obtain this withered leaf from the Long Family, he might be able to cultivate two external avatars, adding a layer of security.
What he needed to do didnât seem difficult. On the surface, he would guard Five Dragons Island while collaborating with the Lu Family, helping them gradually form a guild.
In the future, stabilizing the shipping routes behind Master Tanâs sister would also be beneficial for him.
"All things considered, it seems very profitable."
Realizing this, Lin Changâan smiled.
And Fairy Ni Chang, having already received permission from the Sixth Elder, found it worthwhile to connect another link with the Sixth Elderâs concubine.
The banquet livens up for a while.
...
After the banquet, as Master Tan departed, Lu Yushu respectfully bowed and said:
"Mr. Lin."
"Mr. Lu, youâre too polite. In the future, both of us will be responsible for guarding a side of Bihai Palace, ensuring peace in our area."
Lin Changâan nodded with a smile, clearly agreeing to Master Tanâs invitation at the banquet.
After all, it wasnât as if heâd be sent into the vanguard.
Lu Yushu let out a sigh of relief, knowing that following the Patriarchâs advice to recommend Mr. Lin was indeed wise.
Collaborating with someone familiar is naturally better than an unfamiliar person.
Especially like Lin Changâan, an ascetic with no entangled interests.
Seeing the two had more to discuss, Lu Yushu politely excused himself and left.
"I never expected Mr. Lin to have such talent in arrays; our Profound Sound Pavilion does have many array legacies."
Left alone in the room with Lin Changâan, Fairy Ni Chang once again expressed her intention to form an alliance.
Itâs not that Lin Changâan was particularly appealing, but fellow Loose Cultivators from the same hometown were rare and reputable.
Especially someone newly in Core Formation, the ideal time to forge an alliance.
Outside alliances seeking to recruit might not lack Core Formation cultivators, but the fear was that those involved would have ulterior motives.
There have been incidents of outside Core Formation Elders taking over and occupying nests.
Faced with Fairy Ni Changâs offer, Lin Changâan was somewhat hesitant. He accepted Master Tanâs terms because the entanglement wasnât deep.
Moreover, it had benefits for him, but the Profound Sound Pavilion could potentially clash with the Long Family over Spirit Lands.
"Fairy Ni Chang, Iâm accustomed to ascetic cultivation, and generally not good at contesting with others."
Lin Changâanâs unwillingness to get involved in their power struggles made Fairy Ni Chang feel more at ease.
"Mr. Lin, youâre joking. Our Profound Sound Pavilion also prefers not to contend with others, just wishing to provide a stable cultivation place for our disciples. Besides, you hail from the Yue Kingdom, you should understand our Profound Sound Pavilion."
With a broad smile, Fairy Ni Chang found herself increasingly satisfied with Lin Changâan.
Good-natured, knowing when to advance and retreat, wanting just a peaceful place to cultivate, and being from the same Yue Kingdom as herâit greatly increased her fondness in this foreign land.