"And for the Poison Demon Cult," Lin Mo said, "You require the forbidden. The dangerous. The knowledge that drives lesser men mad. You will be granted 'Research Clearance'. You will access the Jade's sealed archives on biology, foreign energies, and... darker arts. You will use this to build your 'Institute of Forbidden Anatomy'. It will exist side-by-side with the Pavilion's archive. But be warned... the system watches. If you use this knowledge to harm the realm rather than defend it, your access will be revoked instantly. Permanently."
The High Priest cackled, tapping his staff on the floor. "Heh heh... A leash for the mad dog. Fair enough, Shopkeeper. Fair enough. We only wish to bite the intruders. The dissenters for your convenience. We accept your terms. The secrets of the flesh shall be ours to unravel."
"Good." Lin Mo exhaled, the tension finally leaving his shoulders. He looked around the table.
