The implication behind the words of the Earth Immortal elder was clear, and all three individuals present understood the subtleties involved. The elder's offer to protect Jiang Chengxuan during his breakthrough was not out of pure benevolence. Instead, he saw potential in Jiang Chengxuan and was willing to invest further in this potential by offering his assistance.
The elder wasn't expecting immediate repayment for his help. Instead, he hoped that Jiang Chengxuan would remember this favor in the future and consider collaborating with the Tianlong Merchant Association whenever the opportunity arose. It was evident that the elder's estimation of Jiang Chengxuan had only grown with time. As a core member of the Tianlong Merchant Association, he recognized that Jiang Chengxuan was someone worth the investment.