Azure Heaven Saber-Chapter 102 - 90: Profit Distribution [Additional 6 for Silver Alliance Master Hai Hunshan]
Chapter 102 Chapter 90: Profit Distribution [Additional 6 for Silver Alliance Master Hai Hunshan]
Feng Yin rose in timely manner, his face full of regret. "Sister He, it seems my ability isn't useful against adult Demon Beasts."
The entire process was just as Feng Yin had judged; it was exactly the same.
However, what happened next was a little unexpected. He knew that Feng Luan didn't like him, even despised him. But he had not expected Feng Luan to manifest his disgust so actively, which led to the subsequent unforeseen events. Two youngsters quickly fell into battle, Feng Ying launched a sudden attack, joining forces to besiege Feng Luan.
Surprisingly, even Feng Luan sustained a minor loss.
Though Feng Luan just lost two feathers and it wasn't a big deal, one must acknowledge, what rank is Feng Luan?
And how old is Feng Ying?
Feng Yin was shocked. In a blink of an eye, he thought of more than half a dozen tactics to deal with the situation if He Xiangming became suspicious of Feng Ying.
Although He Xiangming was also surprised by what just happened, in her opinion, beasts protecting their masters is an instinct; and it really was not a big deal.
When someone else's pet beast attacks her, her Feng Luan fights desperately as well.
Moreover, Feng Yin's training of pet beasts is quite skillful, as you could see from his training of the two tigers and two leopards. It's totally understandable that a pet beast would burst out in anger.
She didn't feel shocked at all, but rather believed that it was within reason.
After all, she wasn't Feng Luan and couldn't perceive the soul-shaking fear he had.
All she saw was the three little creatures who, out of a deep sense of loyalty to their master, even dared to attack the powerful Feng Luan, which she found touching and yet also amusing.
Considering your size, little ones, how can you possibly hurt the powerful Feng Luan?
Her mind was completely on another matter, a more important one.
Indeed, it's useless against adult Demon Beasts.
Then she began to think. Feng Yin's statement that 'his talent wasn't useful against adult Demon Beasts' seemed to coincide completely with her own thoughts. It was exactly what she thought.
Despite being slightly disappointed, she felt relieved and thought, "This is normal."
Yes, that makes sense. If even adult Demon Beasts could be manipulated, that ability would be too overpowered and threatening.
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Yes, that makes sense. If even adult Demon Beasts could be manipulated, that ability would be too overpowered and threatening.
Now she was certain that it was useless against adult Demon Beasts, and she couldn't be happier.
But looking at Feng Yin's sincere, honest, serious gaze, and noticing a trace of disappointment and small regret in his eyes, He Xiangming suddenly felt guilty. She hurriedly reassured him, "It's alright, it's alright. Little brother, you've already done very well. Juvenile spirit beasts, Demon Beasts, and pet beasts are usually easier to train, as they tend to act like young birds. As for adult Demon Beasts like Feng Luan, they possess their own values and are more difficult to manipulate."
"Therefore, the biggest headache for our Beast Taming Sect is precisely these adult Demon Beasts."
"By the way, how's your cultivation and skills? Have you practiced any superior methods?"
"My cultivation... I won't hide it from you, Sister He, after more than ten years of practice, I've only reached the Eighth-grade of the Innate realm. My practiced methods are all unorthodox, and my techniques for attacking and defending are few and far between. I don't even have any weapons."
In front of He Xiangming, Feng Yin revealed the truth, even demonstrating it a little bit.
He seemed to be 'crying poor, waiting for support'. His expectation was quite obvious, just like some people hoping for help yet trying to remain reserved, hoping others would offer first, and they'd demur before finally accepting...
Now that I'm in such a dire situation, wouldn't your conscience trouble you if you don't help me?
Heh heh.
He Xiangming had already figured it out, but she still showed some of her cultivation and provocation to Feng Yin, forcing him to use all his strength to resist.
Finally, she was completely sure.
"His footwork, punch, finger moves, each action give the flavor of heroism and are surely not from another sect. That's enough."
Thinking to this point, she let go half of her worries.
It seems that Feng Yin is not a pawn arranged by someone from another sect with ulterior motives. After all, I, He Xiangming, am not such an important figure. Making a move on me wouldn't be very beneficial...
Because this aspect is everyone's habits, it's extremely difficult to fake, especially when facing a strong attack or a life-and-death battle, it's impossible to hide. To pretend would be tantamount to joking with one's life.
Having now confirmed everything, He Xiangming couldn't help sighing inwardly. Over a decade of bitter practice and yet only reaching the Eighth-grade of Innate realm, with such aptitude, even with continuous practice, presumably his ultimate achievement wouldn't be that great, he's destined not to live long or stand at the pinnacle.
So with this, she was even more reassured
But He Xiangming didn't plan to teach Feng Yin the orthodox cultivation method; firstly, it was the sect's secret; secondly... the lower Feng Yin's cultivation, the safer it was for He Xiangming.
That way, he could always remain under her control. And for seizing a high position in the sect, it was even more beneficial. She didn't have to worry about him flying away one day when he grew strong, at least for now, this was the best state!
It was almost exactly what she had expected.
"Hmm, little brother, you don't have a handy weapon?"
He Xiangming is ready to offer some tangible benefits after considering everything.
Since the little guy brought it up, this request perfectly covers up other things. If she can't offer some specific benefits, she would seem like she was purposely taking advantage of him.
"Yes, yes! I encountered some robbers unexpectedly when I entered the world. The treasured sword I used to practice martial arts was broken. After thinking back and reflecting, I realized I didn't really feel comfortable using a sword. Recently, I was planning to save some money to buy a knife and give it a try." Feng Yin was refreshingly frank.
It was now the golden autumn, the season of harvest. It was certainly time to aim high.
"A sword?"
He Xiangming smiled slyly: "You don't have to buy one yourself. I'll send you a basketful tomorrow. Use whichever one you like. Even if you swap one out each day, feel free to do so."
Feng Yin seemed taken aback: "I couldn't possibly accept..."
"It's nothing."
He Xiangming said: "Just that I can't provide you with the sect's standard war swords marked with our Beast Taming Sect's unique emblem. So for sword techniques and such, you'll need to collect them yourself."
"No worries about sword techniques, I have secret manuals for them."
Feng Yin laughed heartily. Of course, he had sword techniques, several of them at that.
Even though they were all basic martial arts, as long as they were practiced to the point of expertise, their power is immense.
He Xiangming's little tricks, all her plans, were clear as day in Feng Yin's eyes, thoroughly seen through. This round of mutual play was led by Feng Yin, and the process went exactly as anticipated, without deviating in the least.
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"Besides, I'd like to purchase some hidden weapons or the like... anything really, I'm not picky."
This sentence of Feng Yin's was somewhat thought-provoking.
Buying?
Anything will do, not picky.
Which means, he wants everything.
Coupled with his shy and embarrassed expression, it implied 'actually I really want everything, but I'm too shy to say it'.
He Xiangming wouldn't care about such trivial matters, she understood perfectly well and said:
"Don't worry about such matters. I'll send you batches of every kind!"
"Alright, thank you, Sister He." Feng Yin quickly agreed.
These soon-to-be-acquired weapons were naturally what Feng Yin was preparing for his special training in the future; not only for Gold Rank training but also his usual training.
And all of these were just the benefits before the cooperation, in other words, good faith.
The actual profits from the cooperation would certainly have to be discussed separately.
Afterward, the two talked for a long time.
As for discussions about business, Feng Yin always maintained a naive, 'I can't negotiate, what you say goes' kind of demeanour, as if he were a fat sheep that was available for the slaughter.
But because of this, He Xiangming couldn't help but be less demanding.
Although she was scheming too, just as Feng Yin predicted, she was naive and fell into the hands of Feng Yin, the veteran strategist.
The more Feng Yin acted naive and innocent, the more He Xiangming would consider his reaction when he ascertains his own value in the future and would grant him even more benefits now and prove her sincerity in the investment. This was exactly the reverse psychology Feng Yin was using on her.
After all, if she were too greedy now, once Feng Yin understands some things in the future, he would definitely harbor resentment against her. So she might as well not employ such tactics. Because what she wanted was definitely not some monetary gain - or so thought He Xiangming.
Thus she generously suggested that all Feng Yin needed to do was cultivate. As for the source of goods, sales, resources, elixirs, ancillary facilities, and such, He Xiangming would take care of it all.
The profits would be shared six to four.
Feng Yin taking sixty and He Xiangming taking forty; and Feng Yin basically didn't have to appear in person while taking the lion's share.
Feng Yin was satisfied with this outcome; He Xiangming was also content.
Both parties had achieved their real objectives, everyone was joyful.
Once this conversation was drawing to a close, Feng Yin awkwardly said: "Sister He, the elixirs I use for cultivation, the ones for healing, as well as spiritual pearls or cores of Demon Beasts... I don't have access to these resources. However, these things are indispensable for me to train pets, I wonder if Sister He could help, make some convenient arrangements."
"..."
Upon hearing this, He Xiangming was dumbfounded. Earlier, I had just let you take a full sixty percent of the profit; I, who control the sales channels and held primary position, only asked for forty, already enough compensation and investment in you. Now that the negotiations are over, you come back asking for all these extra resources?
If we calculate that, won't half of my profits just be given back to you?
Don't tell me you want to take eighty percent of the profits from this venture?
Not to mention the various weapons and hidden weapons agreed upon beforehand...
He Xiangming couldn't help but doubt her life choices at this moment, and felt like she was merely being taken for a ride despite believing she had outsmarted him.
Why am I even bothering!?!
Feng Yin, with an embarrassed expression, muttered: "I know this request is a bit much, but Sister, think about it. The basis of our cooperation is me providing you with high-quality young beasts. Only then can we establish a good reputation more easily; or even use this to garner more attention for you within the sect.
And one prerequisite to achieving this is to ensure my condition. To ensure the state of my training and nurturing of young beasts, I need these things as constant supplements."