Lin Mu almost chuckled after hearing Lady Kang's first message and then grew serious hearing the second. But there was still more left to hear.
"Still, consider it done. I'll also keep a communication channel open in case you need anything else urgently. Just let the Merchant Union know. As of now, the Smoldering Rock Merchant Union is at your full command. Vaults, personnel, transport—whatever you need, you'll have it."
"And don't worry about payment. Consider it… interest on the debt I already owe you."
As the message ended, Lin Mu let out a soft breath and glanced up with a faint smile.
"Looks like it's settled."
But while his tone was casual, the reaction around him was anything but.
The relay elder was already pale, trembling slightly.
