Apocalypse: Master of Soul Beasts

So, the so-called emotional card was just another way to bargain at the negotiation table.

Perhaps what Tang Haofei said could touch Wen Yu a little, but he wouldn’t forgo what was rightfully his.

Considering Lin Haifeng’s repeated scheming against him and those around him, Wen Yu was determined to make Lin Haifeng uncomfortable this time, no matter what!

On the surface, Wen Yu appeared mournful and contemplative, speaking in a tone of sighs and melancholy, ”I understand everything you’ve said. Sigh... How about this: I won’t demand any welcoming gifts from you. I’ll take these skills, and I’ve also prepared a lot of good stuff for you!”

As soon as Wen Yu finished speaking, he instantaneously stored the Photosynthetic Spirit Motifs into his space ring. Then, he began to rummage through it.

After a while, a heap of items, like a mountain, was piled in front of Tang Haofei.

The maternity supplies and sports goods from the Universe of Immortals and Heroes, which Wen Yu had swept up the day before, were pulled out without hesitation!

Also, those ”Miracle Elixirs” from the medicinal herbs garden, as well as the Flame Furnace (S-Class, Active Skills) and Elemental Will (S-Class, Passive Skill) Mo Xuan had gifted him yesterday.

Well, it’s all about waste utilization. I don’t need these items; perhaps the military can find a way to deal with them?

In Lin Haifeng’s words, these items were more suitable for the military.

Seeing the stunned look on Tang Haofei’s face, Wen Yu laughed inwardly while pretending to be generous by waving his hand. ”Wait, there’s more! The complete manufacturing methods for ’Enlightenment’ and the technical data for the postnatal modification of divine beast species—these are all yours!”

Wen Yu saw Tang Haofei’s eyebrows twitch forcefully twice.

「...」

Seeing Old Tang’s face turning from purple to black, Wen Yu decisively cleared his throat twice. ”Mo Xuan!”

Fearing that Old Tang might suddenly erupt and punch him, Wen Yu decisively called out to Mo Xuan, who was outside.

”Young Master.”

Mo Xuan pushed open the door, entered the room, and respectfully greeted Wen Yu. Then, his eyes fixed intently on Tang Haofei.

However, Wen Yu had indeed called Mo Xuan in for other important matters.

”The technical data from Ling Yun City I asked you to organize yesterday, how is that coming along?”

”Young Master, the technical data in Ling Yun City has been organized. Would you like to take a look?”

Wen Yu pondered for a moment, then, in front of Tang Haofei, sent a Spiritual Fluctuation to Mo Xuan: ”Does the technical data in Ling Yun City involve the core technology of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes?”

”No. The core technology of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes is all stored in Outer Space on the Tenth floor of the Heavenly Palace, guarded by Lord Heaven’s Path.”

I don’t know what Outer Space is. Anyway, with my current status, I’ll inevitably have to meet this Senior Brother of mine eventually. I’ll have to go to Outer Space sooner or later.

From Mo Xuan’s words, however, Wen Yu had already gotten the answer he wanted.

「...」

Wen Yu could sense the military’s attitude and sincerity, and he absolutely approved of the Earth Human Race’s technological advancement.

I don’t particularly care for technology. Since the military values it, what’s the harm in giving it all to them? My question to Mo Xuan was mainly because I was considering a second, third, or even fourth collaboration with the military. Most of the technologies in Ling Yun City are already widespread in the Universe of Immortals and Heroes, some even dime a dozen. The military offered a dual light-based and Spirit-based Esoteric Level skill. In return, if I give them all of Ling Yun City’s technology, that’s quite generous, isn’t it? At least in my eyes, this isn’t an equivalent exchange—I’m the one losing out...

Feeling like I’m getting the short end of the stick, I have to use grand pronouncements like ’consider it a contribution to Human peace’—ideals I never actually valued—to soothe my aching heart. As for the fact that the technology of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes doesn’t actually belong to me... I’ve conveniently chosen to forget that.

「...」

After openly communicating with Mo Xuan, Wen Yu turned to look at Tang Haofei, who was scowling. ”Ahem, don’t worry, my otherworldly friend. I just had a chat with City Lord Mo Xuan. Regarding the alliance between our two races, I believe it’s imperative. Hmm, to show my sincerity, starting today, I will have City Lord Mo Xuan open Ling Yun City’s library and research institute to you. You can freely examine all kinds of research materials. What do you think of this gesture of sincerity?”

Upon hearing Wen Yu’s words, Tang Haofei’s expression brightened considerably. Although Ling Yun City was merely a city on the Fifth Layer of Tiangong, considering the vastly different development paths of the two worlds and the former glory of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes, it was conceivable that the military’s gains from Ling Yun City alone would surpass the value of an Esoteric Level skill.

This just showed how one’s perspective changes based on their position and vantage point. As for who profited and who lost, Wen Yu was definitely one of those who could make a fortune from nothing!

”This time, you’re being reasonable.”

The benefits Wen Yu offered had exceeded Tang Haofei’s expectations. Although he knew Wen Yu would likely set a series of traps for him later, he was in a position where he had to yield. At least this time, the Esoteric Level skill wasn’t given for nothing.

However, Wen Yu’s next words made Tang Haofei keenly aware of just how stingy Wen Yu could be.

Wen Yu’s voice transmission sounded within the Spiritual Fluctuation: ”I want the complete current war situation on Earth and the Demon Tribe distribution map known to your military. I also need you to promise me that if the military develops anything useful to me from the Technological System of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes, you will provide it to me free of charge. Furthermore, I need a personal favor from you—from you, Tang Haofei, not from Lin Haifeng or the military!”

”Agreed.”

Tang Haofei quickly agreed to these minor requests.

”Also, your one Esoteric Level skill scroll only satisfies my needs. The Universe of Immortals and Heroes will have other requirements. I’ll speak to Mo Xuan and tell him not to make things too difficult for you. But cooperation—you understand? Since we’re forming an alliance, and I’ve already given you what you want most, then, at least in the short term, the Universe of Immortals and Heroes cannot be allowed to fall. You also need to do your part in helping the Universe of Immortals and Heroes resist the Demon Fiends!”

My highest status and all the benefits I can reap from it are predicated on the continued existence of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes. If the Universe of Immortals and Heroes collapses, where else could I find such a sweet deal?

Tang Haofei was shocked by Wen Yu’s brazenness. So, after satisfying Wen Yu, they would still have to haggle with the natives of the Universe of Immortals and Heroes.

So, what exactly was the point of this Esoteric Level skill then?

”Hmm, I’m a bit tired. Mo Xuan, I’ll leave the matters concerning the Otherworldly Alliance entirely to you.”

”Yes, Young Master.”