Moreover, this was the first time that the Earth Spirit Rat and they had met, and the two sides had no friendship at all.
Therefore, if the Earth Spirit Rat did not have a request in hand, it would not have come to negotiate in such a friendly manner.
After realizing this, Lin Tianming fell into deep thought.
In his heart, he was also thinking about the pros and cons in order to give the Earth Spirit Rat an answer.
According to his idea, it was understandable that the Earth Spirit Rat found the couple.
After all, the precious treasure was right in front of them, but because of the existence of the strange fire, the Earth Spirit Rat could never get it.
On this basis, it is normal for the other party to seek external help.
Lin Tianming had no doubt about this.
In his eyes, he actually thought that it might be possible to cooperate with the Earth Spirit Rat once.
After all, the purpose of the Lin family members entering the ancient demon secret realm was to seek opportunities.
Now, with such a top opportunity as the Red Flame Crystal right in front of him, there was really no reason for him to refuse.
However, in order to protect its own interests, it has to deal with the earth spirit rats.
This is also done to maximize one's own profits.
If the benefits are big enough, it is totally worth it for him to take action.
Moreover, in his opinion, since he had the mutated flame like Tianxin True Flame, it should not be difficult to help the Earth Spirit Rat suppress another kind of strange fire and obtain the Red Flame Crystal.
If possible, he could even subdue that kind of strange fire, allowing the Tianxin True Flame to evolve again.
At this moment, the power of Tianxin True Flame has reached an extremely terrifying level due to its many mutations.
You must know that Lin Tianming has many different means of attack, and the power of each means is incredible and terrifying in the eyes of other cultivators of the same level.
However, up to now, the power of the Tianxin True Flame alone has actually surpassed the Tiangang Nine Swords.
In this way, compared with various other magical powers, only the power of the Heaven and Earth Sword Lotus can be compared with the Heavenly Heart True Flame.
As for the power of the Heaven and Earth Sword Lotus, in Lin Tianming's personal opinion, it seems to be a little bit lacking in the Heavenly Heart True Flame.
Therefore, the power of Tianxin True Flame at the moment is enough to be described as extremely terrifying.
Especially in the eyes of outside cultivators, once they have witnessed the power of the Heavenly Heart True Flame, they will inevitably feel extremely shocked.
This kind of shock, like those monks who died at the hands of Lin Tianming, and those monsters who died at his hands, as long as they have witnessed the attack power of Tianxin True Flame, they will understand this point very clearly.
Including the host Lin Tianming, everyone was also extremely surprised at the power of Tianxin True Flame.
Therefore, over the years, he has relied heavily on this magical power, and many powerful opponents have died at the hands of Tianxin Zhenyan.
At the same time, Lin Tianming also attached great importance to Tianxin Zhenyan.
Even in many cases, he was trying every means to promote the further growth of Tianxin True Flame, so as to further enhance the attack power of the strange fire and thus improve his own strength.
However, Tianxin True Flame is a strange fire after all, and it is a flame that has undergone many changes.
On this basis, it is not easy for Tianxin Zhenyan to grow up.
Because of this, now that he has finally encountered the strange fire again, it may be a good opportunity for Tianxin Zhenyan's growth.
In this way, if Tianxin True Flame once again devours a different kind of strange fire, its attack power will surely be further enhanced, and its growth potential will have greater room.
After realizing this, Lin Tianming was already inclined to cooperate with the Earth Spirit Rat.
Anyway, with his strength, if he encountered a powerful fourth-level monster, it would be very dangerous.
But in the field of strange fire, there are really not a few single species of fire that can make him feel afraid.
As for fatal danger, that simply does not exist.
The more he understood this, the more Lin Tianming came up with an idea.
However, in order to protect his own interests and maximize his profits, he cannot let the Earth Spirit Rat know the power of the Tianxin True Flame.
He must not let the Earth Spirit Rat see that the strange fire that it feared so much was just a small problem not worth mentioning in his eyes.
Of course, this idea cannot be known to the Earth Spirit Rat.
After all, if he appeared too relaxed in the process of collecting the Red Flame Crystals and failed to demonstrate a certain level of difficulty, it would not be easy for him to gain enough benefits from this operation.
As the saying goes, effort and reward are always proportional.
On this basis, Lin Tianming cannot appear too relaxed. Instead, for his own benefit, he has to appear as embarrassed as possible.
Only in this way can we gain some advantages in the distribution of benefits.
After realizing this, Lin Tianming looked at the Earth Spirit Rat opposite him and pretended to be embarrassed.
After a long while, Lin Tianming said to the Earth Spirit Rat: "I feel honored to be able to help you, senior."
"For this reason, I have thought about it seriously and am willing to contribute to your treasure-hunting journey."
"But there is one thing that I believe Senior is also very clear about, and that is the terrifying nature of the strange fire."
"So, once the junior reaches a cooperation with the senior, in order to achieve your plan, you will face great risks."
"I believe that you will not deny this, right?"
Lin Tianming spoke these words very sincerely, and his tone revealed his fear of the other strange fire.
After saying this, Lin Tianming looked at the Earth Spirit Rat seriously, his attitude appearing quite sincere.
At this time, after hearing what Lin Tianming said, the Earth Spirit Rat did not refute, but did not directly agree with him either.
In the heart of the Earth Spirit Rat, it had actually expected Lin Tianming to say this.
Of course, the Earth Spirit Rat didn’t know Lin Tianming’s true thoughts.
However, no matter what, no matter how confident Lin Tianming is in suppressing the other kind of strange fire in the process of collecting the Red Flame Crystal, or whether he can delay some time and thus gain a precious opportunity for the Earth Spirit Rat.
With such a result, no one would show it at this time.
Including Lin Tianming, he would not show it either.
The Earth Spirit Rat is actually very clear about this.
As for Lin Tianming's statement, it also knew that there was currently no way to verify it.
Besides, this kind of verification itself doesn't have much meaning.
Because the most important thing at the moment is to pull Lin Tianming into its camp as soon as possible, so that it can successfully obtain the coveted Red Flame Crystal later.
For this result, it is worth it for the Earth Spirit Rat to pay some price.
Even though the Earth Spirit Rat has the initiative in terms of strength, it is also the planner of the entire plan.
But it is undeniable that it is the Earth Spirit Rat that is asking for help.
The biggest benefit will belong to the Earth Spirit Rat. On the other hand, the other party will indeed contribute to this plan and need to bear considerable risks in the plan.
This is a fact that is before our eyes, and the Earth Spirit Rat itself cannot change it.
Otherwise, if it could do this, it would not have asked Lin Tianming and the others for help.
After realizing this, the Earth Spirit Rat also knew that if he wanted to complete his plan, he would have to pay some price to win over Lin Tianming.
However, the specific price still needs to be negotiated with Lin Tianming.
Only by paying a price and satisfying Lin Tianming can this plan enter a new stage.
On the contrary, no matter how perfect the plan is, it will be aborted because the strange fire cannot be handled.
Knowing this well, the Earth Spirit Rat also looked at Lin Tianming opposite him.
Then, the Earth Spirit Rat asked directly: "Young man, in order to reach a cooperation, you might as well tell me what you want."
"As long as I can afford it and the price is reasonable, I will never refuse it."
"Don't worry about that!"
"Since I have come to you, I must have made some mental preparations beforehand."
"Otherwise, with my current strength, I can't do anything that's difficult for others."
The Earth Spirit Rat also spoke very logically, and his words revealed his determination.
At the same time, every word it said did not put pressure on Lin Tianming, but every word carried a hint of threat.
Lin Tianming is so smart, how could he not notice this method of retreating to advance?
However, no matter what, Lin Tianming had actually been mentally prepared for this kind of psychological game, and he also knew what the Earth Spirit Rat would most likely do.
Besides, the Earth Spirit Rat is, after all, a fourth-level monster, and a powerful being that has entered this level for many years.
On this basis, the Earth Spirit Rat, as the initiator and decision maker of the entire plan, will of course use its own advantages to invisibly create some pressure on Lin Tianming.
The purpose of doing this is simply to achieve one's original goal at the lowest cost.
In this way, since he knew what the Earth Spirit Rat would do and what attitude it would take towards the negotiation issue, Lin Tianming certainly would not be led by the Earth Spirit Rat.
At the very least, when it comes to fighting for his own interests, Lin Tianming will definitely not give in easily.
This has already happened once before in the collaboration with the Dragon Turtle.
So at this time, Lin Tianming would not take the initiative to retreat under the pressure from the Earth Spirit Rat.
Even if the Earth Spirit Rat is stronger than the Black Dragon, it can still pose a huge threat to him.
However, Lin Tianming also has great confidence in his own and Qin Xi's strength.
After all, not long ago, the couple teamed up to kill a fourth-level monster in its peak period, which was the black dragon that chased Qin Xi.
In that great battle, the couple did not use their full strength, nor did they pay a high price. They only consumed some of their true energy and magic power.
From this point of view, the couple has enough capital to compete with most of the fourth-level monsters.
Therefore, even though the strength of this Earth Spirit Rat has obviously surpassed that of the Black Dragon.
However, Lin Tianming was still very confident that he could fight the Earth Spirit Rat head-on for a while.
At worst, the couple are no match for the Earth Spirit Rat.
But if they were determined to leave, the Earth Spirit Rat would probably not be able to keep them.
And these are Lin Tianming’s self-confidence.
So, although at the moment, in terms of realm, the couple is one level lower than the Earth Spirit Rat.
But in terms of real strength, both of them are at the same level.
In this way, both parties are under completely equal conditions, and there is no such thing as one side having an overwhelming advantage.
It is precisely because of this confidence that Lin Tianming will not foolishly choose to retreat, so as not to lose his own interests in vain.
After realizing this, Lin Tianming smiled calmly, looking calm and composed, as if he didn't care about the threat secretly posed by the Earth Spirit Rat.
The Earth Spirit Rat did not expect Lin Tianming to react like this.
But now, Lin Tianming was so direct, which made the Earth Spirit Rat a little confused and puzzled, and at the same time he was not sure of Lin Tianming's actual thoughts.
At the same time, Lin Tianming's attitude made the Earth Spirit Rat feel helpless for a while.
There's nothing we can do about it, since it's the one that needs help.
In addition, although Lin Tianming and his wife are only at the Jindan stage.
However, the perception of the earth spirit rats is amazing, and they can naturally sense the huge threat from them.
However, the Earth Spirit Rat rarely clearly perceives this hidden threat when facing other monsters of the same level.
From this point of view, the reason why Lin Tianming and his wife acted so tough may be that they really have the confidence to do so.
Otherwise, these two human cultivators would never dare to be so presumptuous, let alone express it so directly.
It was precisely because of this reaction that the Earth Spirit Rat had to re-examine the other party's situation.
At the same time, in order to achieve its own goals, the Earth Spirit Rat had to put aside its superior attitude and avoid losing the Red Flame Crystal, a treasure that it coveted, for a little bit of benefit.
Thinking of this, the Earth Spirit Rat took the initiative to speak and break the silence when Lin Tianming was silent.
"Young man, if you have any requests, just tell me!"
"I am a dignified fourth-order realm, and I disdain to take advantage of you!"
Under the urging of the Earth Spirit Rat, Lin Tianming did not remain silent.
Because he could see that the Earth Spirit Rat really wanted to make concessions this time, and was willing to reach an equal deal with them in order to achieve the plan.
This is also the situation that Lin Tianming wants to see most.
Now that the other party clearly wants to make concessions, Lin Tianming has no reason to reject the other party's kindness.
If that’s the case, then the next step will be easy.
So, Lin Tianming spoke directly afterwards and took the initiative to talk about the conditions he wanted.
According to him, once the plan goes smoothly, the Earth Spirit Rat will give him 40% of the Red Flame Crystals obtained.
When the Earth Spirit Rat heard this condition, he immediately rejected it.
In response to this, the Earth Spirit Rat helplessly explained the reason.
Because in the eyes of the Earth Spirit Rat, the Red Flame Crystal is not as easy to come across as ordinary treasures, let alone so easy to obtain.
...(End of chapter)
