Otherworldly Affairs Office-Chapter 569: Bargaining (Subscription Requested)

Lin Junzhao's words came to an abrupt halt there, as Pei Yan, with their souls fused, could keenly sense that she still had more to say but had left it unsaid. After that, Lin Junzhao severed the mental connection, completely cutting off Pei Yan's desire to probe further. Helpless, Pei Yan could only sigh as he flew back.

When Pei Yan's figure, carrying Lelajin's corpse, appeared above the camp, a thunderous cheer erupted from below. All the Demon Race soldiers tossed their helmets into the sky, rejoicing and weeping with joy. Lelajin's death marked the end of this battle! They had won!

The moment Pei Yan set foot on the ground, he was greeted by Demon Race soldiers positioned in two lines on one knee, offering the highest courtesy. Samikina, surrounded by Sifuer and Bailang, led many Demon Race generals in greeting. When this elder saw the corpse on Pei Yan's shoulder, his eyes lit up as he pushed aside the supporting hands of the two and staggered forward, full of anticipation, "You've dealt with him!"

Pei Yan didn't speak but simply nodded, casually tossing the body to the ground. Samikina immediately crouched down to examine the corpse. He noticed at a glance that the Origin Energy fragment within this body had already been removed by someone, but Samikina didn't care. The spoils of a battle won rightfully belonged to the victor.

He adjusted the deceased's face. Despite Lelajin's face, once twisted and age-worn by immense pain from losing its soul and Origin Energy, now looking vastly different, Samikina immediately recognized the deceased due to their long acquaintance. A great weight lifted from his heart, and without regard for his status, the elder sat heavily on the ground, laughing up at the sky.

"Elder, I heard from your conversation that he was also your friend in the past. Are you really so happy about his death?" Pei Yan asked, panting after receiving an iced cola from Gu Shenghui, who had come to join up, taking a hearty gulp.

"You don't understand the significance of this corpse to us! It can be said that the credit for killing him is no less important than the action of rescuing the Star Lord. Slaying the traitor not only lifts our spirits but also deters the hesitant villains within the Holy City. This battle is the first major achievement since the army retreated towards the Holy City!" said Samikina, trembling with excitement as Bai Lang helped him to his feet. He pounded his chest with his hand and bowed deeply to Pei Yan, a motion followed by the other Demon Race commanders standing behind him.

Pei Yan did not stop them. Regardless of their motives, the victory was achieved by his and his companions' risks taken. This respect was deserved, and being overly modest would only lower his own standing.

"Mr. Shitang, do you have any further use for this corpse? If not, could you give it to us?" After the salute, Samikina pointed to the corpse beside him and inquired.

Even though he had already learned from Lelajin that Shitang was not Pei Yan's real name, Samikina naturally refrained from asking further since the other party did not wish to say, respecting internal taboos. He continued to address him as Shitang.

"No use for it, dispose of it as you wish." Pei Yan waved his hand as he casually replied.

Seeing this, Samikina nodded, turned to whisper in Bailang's ear, "Have the warlocks handle this corpse, it must not decay further. Keep it as intact as possible. Once the battlefield is cleared, send the head along with the victory news back to the Holy City."

"I understand, I'll handle it right away." Bailang agreed with a nod and turned swiftly to leave.

After giving these instructions, Samikina took a deep breath, forced himself to look spiritedly at Pei Yan and the others, smiling, "I've just received battle loss reports from each division. Including the Kodwen Division, we lost less than thirty thousand people in this battle and exterminated the enemy completely. This is the greatest victory our Demon Race has had since the three major legions were wiped out, all thanks to your considerable efforts and our mutual sincerity in cooperation…"

"Elder, there's no need for the formalities. After this battle, I'm truly at my limit!" Pei Yan interrupted, rolling his eyes as he noticed Samikina's inclination to give a long speech.

Upon hearing this, Samikina laughed heartily, unfazed, and instead said, "Actually, I'm also reaching my limit, but the formalities must be observed. Since Mr. Shitang has spoken, I won't elaborate further. What plans does your division have following this battle? While you're still clear-headed, let's settle matters soon."

"You noticed?" Pei Yan raised an eyebrow in response.

"I did. Although I don't understand what Secret Technique from the Keystone Dimension created this, to generate a super-advanced being in such a short time, I don't believe such a heaven-defying act would be without side effects." Samikina whispered, leaning closer, "So if you have any requests, speak freely. I'll see what I can do."

"Firstly, my division won't be able to participate in any battles for the next two months. Prepare us a large manor, strictly guarded, with no one allowed to enter or leave casually. Otherwise, my companions aren't ones to be taken lightly."

Samikina nodded, showing a look of disbelief, "Such a heaven-defying Secret Technique and you'll recover with just two months of rest? No lasting side effects?"

Pei Yan did not answer him, continuing, "I also need Origin Energy fragments from the Demon Race, preferably fragments containing laws, as many as possible!"

"No way!" Samikina shook his head, refusing flatly, "Our Origin Energy fragments aren't blown in by the wind. They're treasured within the Demon Race. The ones we gathered before were seized from other controllers. Now without any cause, you can't expect me to forcibly take them from others, right? Compensation is possible, but asking for 'as many as possible' is too broad. State an exact number."

"Twenty!"

"Then don't ask me for them, go take them yourself if you have the capability." Samikina nearly fainted upon hearing Pei Yan's number.

"Then you say how many!"

"Five!"

"Too few, fifteen!"

"Seven, not a bit more!"

"Ten, and not a bit less!"

"With my power, and taking into account this achievement, I can at most get you six fragments containing laws, the other four have to be ordinary Origin Energy fragments. Even if you crush my old bones, I can't get more."

"Deal!"

After some bargaining with Samikina, the satisfied Pei Yan, amidst the respectful farewells from various Demon Race commanders and under Samikina's pained gaze, slowly walked into the newly erected large tent in the investigation hall.

As Pei Yan entered the tent, Mei Simiao and Ni Wenyong immediately stood guard at the entrance on either side. From within the tent came a soft thud, followed by a burst of frantic noise.

"Pei Yan, how are you feeling now?" Elder Lin asked with concern, supporting Pei Yan, who had collapsed to his knees after being helped into the tent and dragged onto the couch.

"So tired, so sleepy, I just want to sleep." Pei Yan responded weakly, his eyelids drooping.