Chapter 66: Ultimately Agreeing to the Deal

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Jia Xingtian saw Haibodong step forward and immediately knew that this black-robed man was the Douzong Expert he had mentioned. His heart suddenly became uneasy.

After all, within the Jiamaji Empire, apart from Yunshan, the sect leader of Yunlam Sect who had been in seclusion for many years trying to break through to the Douzong realm and whose current status was unknown, the strongest person left was Jia Xingtian himself, a Nine-Star Battle Sovereign. If this Douzong Expert got angry, no one in the Jiamaji Empire could stop him.

But when he thought about his two beautiful granddaughters having to accompany this sinister and evil-looking Douzong, whose true appearance was hidden by a black aura, Jia Xingtian's heart ached as if it were bleeding.

He could even imagine the withered old man under the black robe, with a lecherous and evil face, sunken eye sockets, and a life of excessive indulgence!

Jia Xingtian took a deep breath, gritted his teeth, and stepped forward, saying, "Senior, I can find two women as beautiful as my granddaughters to accompany you. These two granddaughters of mine are still too young!"

Upon hearing Jia Xingtian's words, Soul Changqing instantly understood what Haibodong meant by compromise. He glanced at Haibodong in surprise, not expecting the old man to be so devious, directly threatening the other party. It was quite in character for him.

Soul Changqing waved his hand and said to Jia Xingtian, "Alright, no need to look so miserable. I can save your Magic Beast, but the price remains the same. If you don't agree, then it's fine."

Soul Changqing was indeed interested in the two princesses who looked extremely similar, but he wasn't the type to force them. They weren't beautiful enough to make him do something like that.

Unless they were of unearthly beauty, like celestial beings descending to earth, which could make Soul Changqing lose all his principles. Otherwise, he still had some principles, though not many, and they could easily be lowered by various circumstances. However, the two princesses hadn't reached the standard to make Soul Changqing lower his principles.

Moreover, these two princesses were still naive and inexperienced. If Soul Changqing wanted to, he could easily win their hearts through a bit of interaction and conversation. But he chose this very direct method because it was simple and required no extra effort. If it worked, great; if not, no big deal.

Of course, the main reason was... Soul Changqing was in a saintly mode at the moment, having just emerged from Ya Fei's embrace. It was normal for him to be a bit indifferent. As for whether he would regret it later, no one knew, but even if he did, he could always take them again.

Upon hearing Soul Changqing's words, Jia Xingtian first let out a long sigh, secretly cursing Haibodong for not understanding the situation before passing on the message. Then his brows furrowed again.

Although Soul Changqing wouldn't force his granddaughters, his old companion was just as important to him as his granddaughters.

This old companion had accompanied him through all the storms, like a twin brother from a different father, mother, and clan! And he was also one of the most important forces in the Jiamaji Empire. Now, with the opportunity to heal him right in front of him, he was at a loss, not knowing what to do.

Seeing Jia Xingtian's painful and conflicted expression, Yao Ye felt it in her heart. She knew how important that Magic Beast was to her grandfather. Thinking of how her grandfather had doted on her and cared for her when she was young, and now seeing him so distressed, she felt it was time to do something for her grandfather.

"Just not my sister too..."

Yao Ye gritted her teeth, clenched her fists, and thought to herself. Then she said, "I am willing to agree to Senior's request. I am willing to be the price for Senior to heal the Misty Sea Dragon Beast, but please don't take my sister too..."

"Yeye!"

"Sister!"

Upon hearing Yao Ye's sudden words, Jia Xingtian and Yao Yue both cried out in disbelief, unable to believe their ears.

Soul Changqing's face remained expressionless as he watched the scene unfold. Although it was touching to see her sacrifice for her grandfather and sister, it didn't matter to him. The price had been set, and if they wanted the deal, they had to pay the price. Did they really think he, Soul Changqing, had become a saint just because he was in a saintly mode?

Soul Changqing said coldly, "One person... is not enough."

Upon hearing this, the three of them instantly turned pale, their bodies trembling.

Yao Ye clenched her teeth, her body shaking, trying hard to stop her tears from falling. The proud and cold princess, who was usually as proud as a peacock, had lost her last bit of dignity in this moment.

Yao Yue, standing beside her, seemed to understand something. She looked at her grandfather and sister, tears welling up in her eyes. Her originally confused and hurt expression gradually turned resolute, as if she had grown up in an instant. She stepped forward and said, "I am willing to go with my sister! Whatever my sister does, I will do too! As long as you can heal the Misty Sea Dragon Beast."

Upon hearing Yao Yue's words, Jia Xingtian's face turned even paler, feeling as if his heart was being torn out, making it hard to breathe. In that instant, he seemed to have aged several decades.

Yao Ye, upon hearing her sister's words, lowered her head, her expression hidden. Only the hot tears streaming down her fair and delicate face and her trembling body were visible.

Haibodong, seeing this scene, couldn't help but sigh, "Sigh, no wonder it's the Master. He doesn't even need to use his strength to force people; just a few words and they agree to such an outrageous request. Impressive, really impressive. But the Master is truly a monster to come up with such an inhumane deal."

Haibodong's misunderstanding of Soul Changqing deepened.

"Oh~ Have you made up your minds? I can heal this Magic Beast first, but if I don't get the corresponding payment after I've done my part, you won't like the consequences."

"Yes!"

Yao Yue nodded, her expression resolute. If her sister could sacrifice herself for their beloved grandfather, why couldn't she?

Upon hearing Yao Yue's answer, Soul Changqing turned his gaze to Yao Ye.

Feeling Soul Changqing's gaze, Yao Ye wiped the tears from her face, lifted her head, and revealed her red, swollen eyes. She gave a sad smile and nodded.

Seeing their responses, Soul Changqing took out a "Primordial Bone-Shaping Pill" from his Storage Ring and threw it to Jia Xingtian, saying, "You should recognize this pill. It will have a significant effect on the Magic Beast's injuries, allowing it to recover completely."

Jia Xingtian took the pill, his hands trembling as he forced a smile and said, "Thank... thank you, Senior."

He then stood aside, silent.

Soul Changqing nodded, but then seemed to remember something and said to Jia Xingtian, "I killed someone named Mu Zhan today. You'd better tell the Mu Family not to provoke me. I don't have the heart to kill these days, but if they seek death, I won't mind making the Mu Family bleed."

Jia Xingtian nodded silently.

"Alright, no more talk. The two princesses probably won't be comfortable staying outside, so I'll borrow a palace in the Imperial Palace for a few days."

With that, Soul Changqing extended his arms, embracing the two princesses, and his figure gradually became ethereal until it disappeared.

Haibodong and Jia Xingtian were left in the grand palace, staring at each other in shock.

Soon, the grand palace was filled with the sound of explosions.

"Old Jia, you damn... I'm just the messenger!"

"Haibodong! If I don't teach you how to behave today, I won't be a Jia!"

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In another grand and luxurious hall nearby, the candlelight flickered...

(End of Chapter)