"Me? Why would Miss Shui ask such a question? " Ling Tian snickered in his heart. As a soul from the 21st century, why would he be so concerned about such matters? However, the intention of this lass's question and the subconscious expression of her young girl's feelings were worth guessing. It seemed like this lass had really taken a liking to this young master?!
In fact, Ling Tian naturally understood Shui QianRou's current thoughts very well. Furthermore, he had always been aware of her feelings for him. However, under the current circumstances, he couldn't say anything. In fact, he couldn't even hint or express anything. The reason why he proposed to help Shui QianRou and the events that happened to the Shui Family during this period of time was definitely because of the Shui Family. However, it was undeniable that if Ling Tian's people didn't add fuel to the fire, the Shui Family's situation wouldn't have deteriorated to such a state of despair. Currently, the Shui Family's losses in Heavenly Star Continent could be attributed to Ling Tian and Ling Chen. One of them had killed countless people while the other had schemed to take advantage of the situation, causing the Shui Family's plans in Heavenly Star to collapse.
If not for Ling Tian's massacre, all of Ling Chen's schemes would have been useless. Although Shui QianRou understood this, she had nothing to say. If not for the Shui Family plotting against Ling Tian's father, General Ling Xiao, why would Ling Tian go on a killing spree for no reason? As for Ling Chen's schemes after that, Shui QianRou was completely unaware of them. She was even thanking Ling Chen for saving her from the 'enemy'. However, she didn't know that her father's trusted subordinate, who was supposed to protect her, had lost his life in the hands of her good sister!
Thus, this time, Ling Tian made a small change to Ling Chen's plans and directly proposed to help the Shui Family tide over this crisis. In fact, he had his own motives as well. Under such circumstances, no matter how thick-skinned Ling Tian was, no matter how good his impression of Shui QianRou was, he would not be able to swallow his pride and talk about romance with her. Furthermore, Ling Tian only admired Shui QianRou for her unyielding character, acknowledged her capabilities, and had a slight inclination towards a peerless beauty. Other than that, his feelings for Shui QianRou were still rather indifferent. At the very least, she could not be compared to the other daughter of a thousand-year-old aristocratic family. One was true love, while the other only had some thoughts about her …
The moment Shui QianRou said those words, she immediately felt that it was inappropriate. She couldn't help but blush with embarrassment. However, when she saw how calm Ling Tian's reaction was, she couldn't help but feel a chill in her heart. She had already spoken so humbly and shamelessly, but he still … she felt extremely wronged and was on the verge of tears. Shui QianRou was, after all, the daughter of a great family. She forcefully suppressed the emotions in her heart and asked calmly, "Prince Ling is indeed a heaven-defying genius. This might not be a bad solution. Compared to the demise of the Shui Family, this might be a way out. However, may I ask Prince Ling, what do you hope to obtain by helping me and my Shui Family? I don't believe that Young Noble would not want any benefits. Young Noble, please don't insult my intelligence and speak your true intentions! "
"Smart, you are indeed smart." Ling Tian snapped his fingers and said, "Miss Shui is extremely intelligent and naturally knows what it means to reciprocate politeness with politeness. After giving so much, it's impossible that I don't want anything in return. If there aren't sufficient benefits, why would I do such a thing? However, what I want, you will definitely be able to give it to me. "
"Please speak." Shui QianRou had an expression as though she was a fish waiting to be slaughtered. However, her heart was filled with pain.
"According to what I know, although the Shui Family has fallen apart internally, it is still the most powerful family in Heavenly Wind Continent. Regardless of strength or wealth, it can be said to be second to none. In fact, if it wasn't for the fact that the Shui Family is already the most powerful family in Heavenly Wind Continent, the internal friction between the families might not be so bad. What I want is for the Shui Family to support me unconditionally when I enter Heavenly Wind Continent in the future and help me gain complete control over Heavenly Wind Continent. "
"Unconditionally support? Then wouldn't my Shui Family become your subordinates? That's impossible! How can I afford such a condition? Even if my father was here, he would definitely not be able to afford it. You are basically trying to swallow up my Shui Family! Impossible, absolutely impossible! "Shui QianRou raged. She thought that Ling Tian was toying with her. At the very least, he was adding insult to injury.
"Impossible? Miss Shui, don't be so full of yourself. " Ling Tian looked at her from the corner of his eyes. "If it were any other family, they would definitely be overjoyed to hear such a condition. However, Miss Shui, you actually said that it's impossible?"
Shui QianRou raised her head stubbornly. "It's a pity that the Shui Family is not any other family. The disciples of the Shui Family would rather die than become a lackey! We would rather have our family destroyed than submit to anyone! There is no room for negotiation! "
"You have ambition! As expected of the direct descendant of a thousand-year-old family! "Ling Tian clapped his hands." However, when did I say that I want you to submit to me? Want you to be my subordinates? Shui QianRou, little princess Shui, Miss Shui, you are throwing a tantrum before you even understand my words. This is not the Shui QianRou I know. I don't believe that you can't see the benefits of such a condition. If the Shui Family agrees to my conditions, they will only become stronger than before! However, they will not decline at all. You actually can't see such a huge benefit? Miss Shui, your reaction has truly shocked me. You said that you don't want me to insult your intelligence, but the truth is that you are insulting your own intelligence! Think about it carefully. If you really can't understand, then there is no basis for us to work together. I don't wish to work together with a fool! That will only delay my plans! "
Shui QianRou couldn't help but feel a little angry after being scolded by Ling Tian. However, when she lowered her head and thought about it carefully, she couldn't help but come to a realization. Even if Ling Tian unified the world, there would still be someone to manage it. Ling Tian's headquarters were in the Heavenly Star Continent, and his roots were in Heavenly Star as well. It was impossible for him to move to the Heavenly Wind Continent. As for the authority to manage the Heavenly Wind Continent, other than the thousand-year-old Shui Family, it was impossible for there to be a second ideal candidate. Even if Ling Tian were to send many officials over, they wouldn't be able to compete with the influence of the Shui Family. At the very least, in the first few decades, the Shui Family would only grow stronger and wouldn't be in any danger.
Thus, Ling Tian's suggestion was an ideal suggestion for the Shui Family. It could even be said that it was an excellent opportunity.
As for the reason why Ling Tian chose the Shui Family, it was because he had no other choice. The influence of the Shui Family in the Heavenly Wind Continent was too deep. Especially in recent years, it could be said that they had reached the point where they reigned supreme. If Ling Tian was to support another power to do this, it would take a long time. Secondly, it would be hard to predict a person's heart. Thirdly, the conflict with the Shui Family would definitely escalate. Due to external pressure, the Shui Family might even be able to reunite once again. However, Ling Tian definitely didn't have the time or energy to deal with such matters.
As such, it was inevitable that he would choose the Shui Family. Even though the Shui Family was in a precarious situation, even without Shui QianRou's promise, Ling Tian wouldn't allow the Shui Family to perish just like that. In the end, he could only choose another puppet in the Shui Family to support. However, this would not only take a lot of time and effort, but it might also not succeed.
This was also the reason why Ling Tian spent so much effort to persuade Shui QianRou. Firstly, Shui QianRou was still a direct descendant of the Shui Family. Secondly, she still had some feelings for him. Although Ling Tian wasn't sure how much of a weight this feeling occupied in Shui QianRou's heart compared to her family, it was still better than nothing.
Shui QianRou's thoughts raced and she finally made her decision. "I agree! However, I have a few conditions that I hope you can promise me! "
Ling Tian chuckled and clapped his hands. "Miss Shui is indeed a straightforward person. What conditions do you have?"
Shui QianRou pondered for a moment and said, "The first condition is that the Shui Family must first tide over this crisis and clean up all the scum before this plan can be carried out. How about it? "
Ling Tian replied without any hesitation. "That is only natural. Currently, all of you are in a state of disunity, strong on the outside but weak on the inside. Even if I wanted to use all of you, it wouldn't be of much use. "
Shui QianRou gritted her teeth hatefully. "The second condition is that this plan can only be carried out after you unify Heavenly Star, right? If you are able to do it, then it is only logical. But if you are unable to do it? What if you are defeated in the battle of Heavenly Star? Our Shui Clan will definitely not send a large army to Heavenly Star to help you. You have to understand this point! "
Ling Tian chuckled. "Of course. If I am defeated, then this agreement can be taken as never. Furthermore, I will definitely die at that time, so what's the point of talking about managing Heavenly Wind? Your Shui Family can naturally continue to survive and continue to be the overlord of Heavenly Wind. "
Shui QianRou's heart trembled. Hearing the words' defeated and die ', Shui QianRou suddenly felt a sharp pain in her heart and her face turned pale.
"The third condition …" Shui QianRou muttered to herself for a moment and suddenly said, "Can I keep the last condition?"
Ling Tian asked, "Keep the last condition?" Ling Tian was a little puzzled. He had already predicted that Shui QianRou would raise a condition and what kind of condition she would raise. Ling Tian had already thought of the first two conditions, but he did not expect Shui QianRou to raise the last condition. Furthermore, the two conditions that Ling Tian thought were the most negotiable conditions did not appear!
"Yes, I can't think of anything now." Shui QianRou looked straight at him. "I think that when I think of something, I will bring it up to you. I hope that you will not reject me at that time! "
Ling Tian took two steps forward and turned around. "Alright. But when you raise that condition, I hope that you will understand that it is best not to raise some conditions that are unrealistic. "Ling Tian grinned." Because even if you raise it, I might not accept it. "
Shui QianRou could not help but roll her eyes. Ling Tian's words were too shameless. Although Shui QianRou had left some room for negotiation, Ling Tian had also left some room for rejection. On this point, the two of them were actually at a stalemate. However, Ling Tian's goal could be considered to have been achieved. (To be continued, if you want to know what will happen next, please go to www.qidian.com, there are more chapters. Support the author, support the original reading!)
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