Lin Rui didn't give this matter a second thought. As he said, if the roles were reversed, and Lu Weite refused to leave because of the caravan's wealth, would Lin Rui stay with him to die together? Absolutely not.
What maintained their relationship was never the noble friendship of life and death, but tangible benefits.
So, a mature adult just gave a lighthearted smile and moved past the situation. Lin Rui said, "Lord Lu Weite, you'll certainly become a merchant with wealth rivaling a nation."
Lu Weite asked excitedly, "Then our deal...?"
"Still valid!" Lin Rui responded decisively.
"Great." Lu Weite took out a heavy money box, handing it to Lin Rui with a pained expression, saying, "This is the previous commission, totaling fourteen thousand seven hundred and seventy-two Spirit Crystal Coins."
Fourteen thousand Spirit Crystal Coins was already a significant portion of the chamber's funds.
