It was not that he was impatient, but after observing Purple Golden Cave's words and actions, he knew that this time Purple Golden Cave was determined to take a bite out of him. His previous plan to solve the problem with his reputation was no longer counted on. There was no point in beating around the bush.
What he needed to face now was how to reduce the loss and solve the problem.
However, he said it so directly, which made Gong Lince a little embarrassed. Taking advantage of someone's weakness and taking the opportunity to blackmail them required a fig leaf, so it was not appropriate for him to directly ask for a price.
To put it nicely, if he wanted to blackmail them, he had to be reasonable. Otherwise, Sky Fire Cult was not a dead person. If he could make trouble without reason, they could do the same to the disciples of Purple Golden Cave.
"Elder Niu, you are the person involved. What do you think of Leader Yuwen's words?" Gong Lince suddenly threw a question to Niu Youdao. Niu Youdao wanted 20%, so he guessed that Niu Youdao wanted the higher the price, the better.
To put it bluntly, he hoped that Niu Youdao would be the greedy person, so that Niu Youdao could cushion the embarrassment, and then he could mediate the profit.
Niu Youdao was a little surprised. He was prepared to listen obediently and not make a sound. He didn't expect that Gong Lince would point to him.
He was not stupid, so how could he not understand White Palace's intention? He did not want to be the bad guy and cause Sky Fire Cult to vent their anger on him. It was better for Purple Golden Cave to take the blame.
This time, he came to clean himself. He wanted to clean himself from both the Purple Gold Cave and the Sky Fire Cult. He wanted to use the power of the Purple Gold Cave to achieve his goal. He also wanted to avoid trouble. He had been planning this for a long time.
Therefore, he did not respond to this argument at all. He stood up and respectfully cupped his fists towards Gong Lince, "I don't have any opinion, everything will be decided by the sect!"
These words seemed simple and ordinary, but in reality, they were watertight. Not only did Gong Lince lose his temper, but it also made the people of Purple Golden Cave feel comfortable. At least Yan Li and the others could see that Niu Youdao had kept his promise this time and really handed over the couple to the sect to deal with.
As for this negotiation or not, Niu Youdao did not take it seriously at all. This was because he knew very well that the Purple Golden Cave was determined to get the rights to deal with the couple. It would not just be a small gesture to the Sky Fire Sect. It would certainly demand an exorbitant price.
However, the Sky Fire Cult would not allow them to do as they pleased. Since it was difficult for both parties to come to an agreement, the Sky Fire Cult had to try another possibility. He had already reminded the Sky Fire Cult of this possibility.
He, Niu Youdao, was already prepared for everything that happened today. He was just waiting here, waiting for the matter to spread beyond the negotiation to be resolved.
As for now, he would not reveal any clues. He would not arouse the suspicion of the Heavenly Fire Cult, nor would he anger the Purple Golden Cave.
Therefore, to him, this negotiation was nonsense. He would just listen and watch. Of course, he came personally to prevent things from going beyond his plan. If there was an accident, he would think of a way to rectify things and let things return to the track of his plan.
With regards to Niu Youdao's attitude, Yan Li was finally at ease. He was afraid that Niu Youdao would play tricks.
Yuwen Yan cast a sidelong glance at Niu Youdao. In her heart, she was already thinking about the situation in the letter. Previously, she had some suspicions that it was related to Niu Youdao. However, there was no evidence to prove that it was related to Niu Youdao. Especially looking at the current situation, this matter did not seem to be under Niu Youdao's control.
Gong Lince was a little puzzled. The usually arrogant fellow had actually become so well-behaved. He did not know if it was an act for outsiders or something. If he did not cooperate with him, he could not reprimand him. The other party kept his word and handed over full authority to the sect to deal with. What else could he say?
He could only nod his head slightly, so Niu Youdao sat back down and listened obediently from the side.
"Brother Gong, it seems like you have to name the price yourself." Yuwen Yan laughed coldly. He was not an idiot and directly said, "Don't beat around the bush. If you beat around the bush, I will not understand and you will be in trouble. How much do you want, or what do you want? Why not just say it and let me hear it. "
He was forcing Gong Lince to 'blackmail' because he wanted to prove that Purple Golden Cave was blackmailing him. As long as it was true, his Sky Fire Cult would get back at them sooner or later. The people from Purple Golden Cave would not stay here and not go out. There would always be people outside. If Purple Golden Cave could do this, then his Sky Fire Cult could do the same!
Gong Lince was not stupid enough to stick to it. He said in a low voice, "Brother Yuwen, you are wrong. What do you mean by name? If you want to talk about price, then let me ask you, how much is Purple Golden Cave's face worth, and how much is Sky Fire Cult's face worth? If you want to put it that way, then there is nothing to talk about. The bet was signed willingly by both sides. There are people from the Bank of the World as witnesses. If you admit defeat, you must admit defeat. Let's just follow the bet, lest we hurt each other. "
He wanted to insist that it was a matter of face. It was the Sky Fire Cult's disciple who came to cause trouble. It was only right for him to punish them lightly.
The other party's behavior made Yuwen Yan very angry. But he still said the same thing. The other party was in the right, and he was here to ask for help.
Yuwen Yan had to swallow his anger. "Then let's put it another way. How can we make Purple Golden Cave release him?"
Gong Lince said, "It is not difficult to release him! What is difficult is that we can't let him go easily. Purple Golden Cave cannot let anyone come and cause trouble. After causing trouble, they can leave easily. No sect can do that. I can't give an explanation to my subordinates if I let him go easily. I have to give an explanation to everyone, right? "
Yuwen Yan said, "What explanation do you want?"
Niu Youdao, who was listening by the side, was secretly amused. After going around in circles, it was just for an explanation. He kept going around in circles.
Gong Lince said, "Apologize!"
Yuwen Yan said, "I apologized the moment I came. Isn't that enough?"
Gong Lince said, "Just a simple sentence. Do you think I can give an explanation to everyone in my sect?"
Yuwen Yan said, "Seems like I need something more substantial."
Gong Lince said, "Don't you think I should?"
Yuwen Yan said, "What kind of apology do I need to let him go?"
At this point, Gong Lince was no longer polite. "It has not been easy for both our sects to come this far. The sect's reputation is priceless. Even so, I will not make things difficult for you, Yuwen Yan. How about this? Three hundred thousand warhorses and three hundred million gold coins!"
Niu Youdao frowned. This price was indeed a little too high. But it was understandable. The price had to be high for both sides to have room for negotiation.
However, the moment he said that, many of the people from the Heavenly Fire Sect immediately stood up, all of them looking furious.
Yuwen Yan did not want to make things awkward. He quickly raised his hand to stop them and gestured for them to sit down.
"Brother Gong, this price of yours is a little too much. You should know about the warhorses. Mobilizing three hundred thousand warhorses from the whole of Qi is beyond the scope of the Sky Fire Cult! Also, three hundred million gold coins is a sky-high price. Where am I going to find that much money for you? You said you won't make things difficult for me. If this isn't making things difficult for me, then what is? "Yuwen Yan asked sternly.
Gong Lince was not angry. He asked back, "How much does Brother Yuwen think my Purple Golden Cave's reputation is worth? Tell me." He allowed the other party to bargain.
Yu Wenyan said, "Let's talk about the matter. Don't talk about reputation. My Sky Fire Cult is giving you face by apologizing. Three hundred thousand warhorses and three hundred million gold coins are impossible. I can only pay ten million gold coins at most! Paying ten million for this, my Sky Fire Cult has already lost face. I have also given your Purple Golden Cave enough face! If your Purple Golden Cave really wants to save face, you can kill Kun Linshu and his wife right now. My Sky Fire Cult will accept it! "
Killing Kun Linshu was impossible. As for ten million gold coins, it was too far from Purple Golden Cave's expectation. The result was obvious.
Both sides immediately quarreled. It was not Gong Lince and Yuwen Yan who quarreled, but the other people from both sides.
Niu Youdao sat there and watched the two sides quarrel. He did not say a word. He was the quietest one. He was very conspicuous. He also noticed that Yuwen Yan was looking at him from time to time.
At the end of the quarrel, it was obvious that the discussion could not go on.
The people from the Sky Fire Cult stayed behind to consider. Although they quarreled, there was no shortage of food and drinks.
Gong Lince also led the group of people from Purple Golden Cave away temporarily.
Outside the place where they received their guests, Niu Youdao dispersed. Gong Lince called out to him, "Brother Niu, let's go to the main hall to discuss this."
Niu Youdao shrugged, "Forget it. I don't have the right to participate in the decision-making. Moreover, this matter has been handed over to the sect. I will keep my word. You guys talk slowly. I will go back first. Just call me when you need to negotiate. "He cupped his hands and left. He did not want to be involved in this boring negotiation.
"We worked hard, but he acted like nothing happened. In the end, he just sat back and waited to share." Elder Mo Lingxue was slightly dissatisfied.
Yan Li sighed, "Sister Mo, it seems that you really don't understand him. Once he interferes, things will change. I think it's a good thing that he can stay out of this."
Looking at Niu Youdao's departing figure, everyone sent him off with their eyes. They did not say much and returned to the sect's main hall to continue the discussion.
Back at the Thatched Cottage, Guan Fangyi, who was waiting, immediately asked Niu Youdao how the discussion went. Niu Youdao gave a simple summary, saying that there was no need to care. It was impossible to reach an agreement in a short period of time. There was only one word: wait!
In the evening, the chanting of the Nanshan Temple's monks sounded, sending the returning birds back to their nests. Yu Wenyan led a group of people to the Thatched Cottage.
Faced with the Purple Golden Cave's greedy demand, the Heavenly Fire Order had no choice but to think of a way. After all, that letter had left a stumbling block in the hearts of the people of the Heavenly Fire Order. In the end, they felt that they should come and test the waters. They were prepared to see the situation first.
Of course, they would not tell Purple Golden Cave about this. They only said that they wanted to confirm whether Kun Linshu and his wife were still there or not. If they were dead, there was no need for the Sky Fire Order to negotiate.
Faced with this request, Purple Golden Cave could not refuse. They could only let the other party confirm the hostages.
The sunset was infinitely beautiful. Layers of forest were dyed in dusk. The forest was natural and beautiful.
Yan Li arrived first and explained the situation to Niu Youdao.
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