Making friends owe a favor

As the group finished discussing their nefarious plan, they turned their attention to other matters.

Xie Zhiwei spoke up first, "Our Dao of Alchemy Society's branches have been under attack by the Eastern Mountain Bandits. They've been causing havoc and disrupting our operations. We must find a way to protect our members and assets."

Luo Ying nodded in agreement, "My father has been discussing forming an alliance with The Steel Talon Mercenaries. They have a strong presence in the region and can provide us with much-needed support."

Liu Yu added, "My guild has been hosting a series of talisman tournaments, and we've been gaining a lot of attention and new members. It's been a great way to showcase our skills and attract like-minded individuals."

Tang Xiaohui leaned back in his chair, "I've been working on hosting a grand gathering of Silk Road traders to discuss new routes and opportunities. It's a great way to network and make important connections."