Volume 7: The Awakening Spring Thunder, Chapter 8: Ambition_2

"Heh heh, Lord, I believe we can always find common ground. I urgently need your support, and I trust you need my help just as much. On this point, I am sure we can come to an agreement,"

The faint trace of mockery on the hunchback old man's face, combined with the confidence exuding from his eyes, made Komer realize that it was superfluous to try to be clever in front of such a person. In the face of tangible interests, everything could become exchangeable; you provide what I need, and I reciprocate with what you seek. It's that simple.

"Straight talk from a straightforward man, I understand what Mr. Gote means. However, due to my limited energy, I am afraid I hardly have the time to create such things anymore. Of course, nothing is absolute. I would like to hear what Mr. Gote has to offer that would make me consider setting everything aside to fulfill this task for him?" Komer didn't want to beat around the bush now that the substantive issue was at hand.