“Vice Palace Master Yao, I… I’m truly in a difficult position,” Emperor Tianqian said helplessly.
Vice Palace Master Yao frowned.
The leaders had clearly divided into groups: those willing to contribute generously, those observing cautiously, and those like Emperor Tianqian, who were fundamentally reluctant to give much.
This wasn’t surprising. Even in matters of great importance, not everyone could be selfless or willing to offer their reserves.
Lin Yun rose slowly.
“Then let me make a statement. The Xiaoyao Tower Master and Empress Kunlan have pledged resources equal to my master’s. To thank them, I will convert Qiankun crystals for them for free in the future. They only need to provide the resources, and I’ll handle the conversion without any fee!” Lin Yun declared loudly.
“What’s that? Such a good deal?”
The others, hearing this, immediately showed envy.
This meant the Xiaoyao Tower Master and Empress Kunlan could essentially use the Qiankun Supreme Cauldron for free through Lin Yun.
It was undeniably attractive to everyone.
Those who didn’t get this opportunity were visibly eager.
Lin Yun continued, “Going forward, anyone who pledges resources equal to or greater than my master’s will also have their Qiankun crystals converted by me, with only a nominal one percent fee.”
At this, everyone’s eyes lit up.
This was immensely appealing to them!
Lin Yun added, “I’m doing this for the entire human race, so everyone can benefit from Qiankun crystals to advance. However, I cannot extend this convenience to the selfish. So, to someone like Emperor Tianqian, who is unwilling to contribute, I can only say sorry. This benefit won’t be available to you, and I won’t convert Qiankun crystals for you in the future.”
Emperor Tianqian’s face twitched, his expression turning sour.
He inwardly groaned, thinking, “You should have mentioned this benefit earlier!”
The Taigu Gate Master stood first, smiling. “Lin Yun, you’re too kind. Since this is for the dragon clan alliance and the survival of the human race, we must support it fully. Converting Qiankun crystals isn’t the main concern. I’ll provide resources equal to Huoyun’s. Though gathering this much will greatly weaken the Taigu Gate, for the human race’s sake, we have no choice!”
“My Xingwu Empire will also provide resources equal to Huoyun’s,” Emperor Xingwu declared immediately.
“The Shadow Hall will do the same!” the Shadow Hall Master stated.
“The Taixu Tavern will provide the same amount!” the Taixu Tavern Master added.
In an instant, everyone except Emperor Tianqian had pledged to match Emperor Huoyun’s contribution.
Lin Yun calculated: Emperor Huoyun, Emperor Xingwu, Empress Kunlan, the Shadow Hall Master, the Xiaoyao Tower Master, and the Taixu Tavern Master—seven in total—equated to 3.5 million Qiankun crystals.
Adding the Heavenly God Palace’s resources, which could produce 500,000, that made a total of 4 million Qiankun crystals!
That was close enough!
Little Green Dragon needed three to five million, and it had mentioned that the Western Sea Dragon Palace could also gather some resources. Plus, Lin Yun had some resources on hand.
Lin Yun was confident this would suffice to help Little Green Dragon reach ten claws.
The amount needed was indeed staggering, but with the human race’s collective effort, they had managed it.
As for Emperor Tianqian, he surely regretted missing the chance to have Lin Yun convert Qiankun crystals for him in the future.
But he had lost face and couldn’t bring himself to speak up now.
“Thank you all,” Lin Yun said, bowing to everyone.
“Lin Yun, you’re too polite. It’s all for the human race,” the Xiaoyao Tower Master said slowly.
“Since we’ve settled this, go gather your resources and deliver them to me. Once they’re collected, I’ll hand them over to Lin Yun,” Vice Palace Master Yao said.
“Alright!”
Everyone stood up.
“Emperor Tianqian, you can’t skimp on the 50,000 resources you pledged,” Vice Palace Master Yao said to him.
“Alright… alright,” Emperor Tianqian managed a dry laugh.
…
After everyone dispersed, Vice Palace Master Yao said to Lin Yun, “Go rest for now. I’ll notify you as soon as the resources are collected.”
“Good,” Lin Yun nodded with a smile.
With the resources secured, Lin Yun was quite pleased.
After leaving the Heavenly God Palace, he returned to his residence in Sky City.
Two days later, Vice Palace Master Yao informed Lin Yun to collect the resources.
Lin Yun hadn’t been idle during those two days, constantly practicing his swordsmanship.
As for the Infinite God Stone given by the Black Mist Man, Lin Yun hadn’t used it yet, as the man had advised setting aside enough time to focus on it.
Helping Little Green Dragon reach ten claws felt more urgent to Lin Yun, so he prioritized that.
In the Heavenly God Palace hall, Vice Palace Master Yao said, “Lin Yun, I’ve gathered all the resources into this storage ring. It’s yours now.”
As he spoke, he handed the storage ring to Lin Yun.
“Vice Palace Master Yao, this wouldn’t have been possible without you and everyone else. I could never have gathered so many resources alone,” Lin Yun said, taking the ring.
Vice Palace Master Yao shook his head with a smile. “I should be thanking you. Without you, we wouldn’t have secured the dragon clan’s help. Even with these resources, the dragon clan wouldn’t have agreed to assist without you. Consider these resources their payment for helping our human race.”
If these resources could secure the entire dragon clan’s support, especially with a ten-clawed dragon, it was a bargain.
This concerned the human race’s future, which was priceless!
“Vice Palace Master Yao, I’m heading to the dragon clan now. Await my good news!” Lin Yun said with a grin.
“Good. With the dragon clan’s reinforcements and a ten-clawed dragon leading them, we’ll have the confidence to launch a major counterattack. I look forward to your news,” Vice Palace Master Yao said with an expectant smile.
After bidding farewell, Lin Yun set off immediately, heading straight for the Endless Sea and the dragon clan!
…
Having visited multiple times, Lin Yun was familiar with the route.
At the Western Sea Dragon Palace, he soon met Little Green Dragon.
“Haha, you made it, kid!” Little Green Dragon, in human form, embraced Lin Yun like a brother.
“Little Green Dragon, I’m here on behalf of the human race with a big gift for you!” Lin Yun said with a grin.
