Extravagant Price

As Xu Feng nearly had a half step on the exit door, he halted his steps momentarily. 

"What else is there to discuss further, Guild Leader Gentle Wind?" Xu Feng turned around and asked respectfully. 

With the tone change and the formality used, he essentially declared that his mood had turned sour already. He had given them a chance to reconsider their decision out of goodwill.

Yet not only did they fail to appreciate his generosity, but they also tried to smear dirt on his face and the guild's status. 

'500 gold coins each to hire me? Do I look like a beggar?' Xu Feng sneered inwardly. This was the first time he felt somewhat infuriated. It was the equivalent of throwing trash by his doorsteps despite displaying their strength. 

His patience was running thin, especially when there were many valuable offers for him to choose from. Even the Phoenix Guild was offering 2,500 gold coins by themselves to hire his guild to ensure their city's survival.