Da Boyins closed the secret door and said to Xiao Zhenggong, "Gang Leader, the Inner State has a message for you."
"What message?"
"After the matter is settled, if you are willing to spend some time cultivating in the Inner State, the price can be raised a bit more."
Xiao Zhenggong laughed, "How much more?"
Da Boyins said, "Within one year, we will increase your cultivation level by one additional First Layer."
"One year?" Xiao Zhenggong shook his head. "Not fast enough."
Da Boyins reminded him, "But this is an Above the Clouds cultivation level."
Xiao Zhenggong pondered for a moment and said, "We can still negotiate the price. Let's talk about it after things are settled. You should rest well for now. Think through every step of what needs to happen the day after tomorrow, and don't make any mistakes."
Da Boyins said no more, bowed deeply, and returned to the secret chamber.
