Lin Xu was speechless at the Xiao family's scheming. Xiao Xing was treating him like a novice, trying to fool him.
The Xiao family, faced with a talent with a 20% chance of developing supernatural abilities, still decided to spoil him. Their actions truly reflect their aristocratic demeanor.
If he had no ambition, he could accept this condition; in fact, he could pledge allegiance to the Xiao family now and put the Xiao family first in everything.
Given the Xiao family's calculations, such conditions would certainly be accepted, and his situation might even be better.
It's just a pity that Lin Xu has absolutely no interest in being someone's dog.
He especially disliked those who appeared friendly and approachable on the surface but secretly plotted against others and treated them like dogs.
Lin Xu thought for a moment, then tentatively asked:
"Regarding the contract, I'd like to consider it. However, I also have some supplies produced on the island. I wonder if the Xiao family would be willing to sign some ordinary purchase agreements to acquire them from me?"
Xiao Xing was somewhat surprised that Lin Xu did not immediately agree to the conditions.
In his view, these conditions would be extremely attractive to any ordinary citizen.
Moreover, given the limited knowledge of ordinary people, it would be absolutely impossible for them to see through the trap behind this.
However, upon hearing Lin Xu's words, Xiao Xing shook his head:
"I'm sorry, although our Xiao family is currently lacking some plant resources, we do not lack the supplies produced by the novice island lord, and we do not intend to sign this kind of agreement."
"Aren't there a shortage of new products?"
Lin Xu was somewhat speechless.
I wonder if Xiao Xing will still think that way if he takes out the peach juice puree.
But he had lost interest in continuing to communicate with the Xiao family.
Although if he were to produce peach pulp, the Xiao family would most likely be willing to buy it, and he could also take advantage of the Xiao family's intention to plot against him to extort a sum of money in advance.
However, doing so has some side effects; it would prematurely reveal his ability to produce the original essence, which is not a good thing.
So Lin Xu thought about it and decided not to say anything deceptive.
He simply said politely:
“I truly felt the sincerity and goodwill of the Xiao family, and I am very grateful to Young Master Xiao for valuing me so much…”
"That……"
Xiao Xing's eyes lit up. Could it be that he was about to succeed?
So this so-called top student in the grade is nothing special, he didn't even try to bargain.
However, Lin Xu's next words left Xiao Xing somewhat stunned.
Lin Xu:
"However, my goal is to develop my own island and make it rich in products and functions in the future. Therefore, I can only politely decline the Xiao family's proposal. I apologize."
Xiao Xing was stunned for a long time before he came to his senses and exclaimed in surprise:
"We're willing to offer up the Fruit of Life! It can increase the number of your superpowers! Don't you want to become the first person in history to do so!"
Lin Xu smiled:
"Superpower Fruits are indeed precious, but I'm only just starting out, so there's no rush for the Life Fruit. I believe that with my luck, I'll eventually encounter the right one."
"you……"
Xiao Xing really wanted to say, "Where do you get such confidence from, you mere commoner?"
How could an ordinary person easily obtain such resources?
He felt that Lin Xu was still a somewhat "naive" commoner who had not been tempered by reality and still believed in such a miraculous encounter where a pie fell from the sky.
After thinking for a moment, Xiao Xing, still wearing that refined smile, suddenly changed the subject:
"Speaking of which, Lin the Great Scholar and Young Master Chen don't seem to get along very well. He's been causing you trouble, and recently he even told us that he's going to target you during the island's newcomer period."
Lin Xu's eyes flashed.
Why did Xiao Xing bring up Chen Shaojie at this point?
Judging from the young nobleman's behavior, it certainly wasn't meant to be a reminder.
Lin Xu:
"What does Young Master Xiao mean?"
Xiao Xing:
"I think Lin Da Caizi is a talented person, and it's such a pity that he was assassinated by Chen Shao and lost his island master qualification. So how about I step in and mediate to help you two reconcile?"
Lin Xu looked at Xiao Xing's smiling face, but he could detect a hint of threat in Xiao Xing's attitude.
I see.
When setting a trap for a transaction failed, they resorted to threats.
If he doesn't agree to Xiao Xing's conditions, Xiao Xing's so-called reconciliation might have to change its form and become stirring up trouble instead.
Perhaps Xiao Xing will even personally take action and participate in the assassination from behind the scenes?
Thinking of this, Lin Xu's smile grew even brighter:
“It’s alright. I’ve always believed that the growth of an island lord requires trials. Although I don’t know why Young Master Chen is always targeting me, I think if he’s going to take action against me, it’s a test for me. As long as I pass the test, I can take another step forward and become a more powerful island lord. How can one grow without experiencing hardships?”
Upon hearing these words, Xiao Xing's eyes widened slowly, and he looked at Lin Xu with some surprise.
Although he had been putting on a show of being "kind and friendly," he was still quite satisfied with Lin Xu's consistently humble manner of communication.
After all, he didn't think that just because he acted kindly, a commoner was entitled to actually abandon the gap between himself and the nobles and come over to communicate with him on an equal footing.
However, Lin Xu's words at this moment completely overturned his thoughts.
Xiao Xing didn't think Lin Xu was a fool, and he couldn't hear the threat in his words.
Even so, Lin Xu remained calm and composed, and his words even hinted at a desire to confront Chen Shaojie.
This is not the attitude of a well-behaved boy or a sheep-like commoner.
This kid is actually quite arrogant at heart!
Moreover, it's the kind of arrogance that comes from considering oneself a commoner, yet dares to challenge the nobility!
This is absolutely outrageous!
Xiao Xing was shocked. He thought to himself that people really shouldn't be judged by appearances. This commoner seemed to be a smart person, but when faced with a real choice, he was indeed eager for quick success and very foolish.
He really thought that with 200 points of talent and a little bit of potential, he could smoothly embark on the path to becoming stronger and confront the truly profound old nobles.
Even setting aside the old nobles, even a lower-ranking noble like Chen Shaojie's family couldn't possibly be a match for a commoner orphan.
Xiao Xing originally planned that if Lin Xu did not agree to the contract, he would secretly help Chen Shaojie by having Chen Shaojie destroy Lin Xu's island, and then he would act as a peacemaker to win Lin Xu over.
But now he felt that Lin Xu had to suffer a severe blow from reality, so that his island would be completely destroyed, and even stripped of his status as the island's owner.
In any case, Lin Xu's value is only his 200 points of supernatural talent. Once the time comes, as long as some methods are used to block all of Lin Xu's other paths, and a small price is paid, this commoner will have no choice but to obey.
Thinking of this, Xiao Xing shook his head, a hint of disdain in his eyes.
He originally thought Lin Xu was a smart man who could become a good dog.
But now it seems that some people are quite talented, but they can't even be a good dog, so they deserve to be useless slaves.
Thinking this, Xiao Xing's kind smile gradually disappeared completely.
At this moment, he looked at Lin Xu indifferently, his arrogance born of nobility undisguised.
"It seems that Lin has indeed made her choice. It's a real pity that we couldn't reach an agreement."
"The newbie testing period will begin in one day. Until then, I hope you have a good time, Lin."
With that, Xiao Xing stopped greeting Lin Xu and turned to walk leisurely toward the door.
When he wanted to open the door, Xiao Xing no longer hid his disgust. He took out a handkerchief from his pocket, wrapped it around the doorknob, and opened the door.
After stepping out the door, Xiao Xing threw the handkerchief on the ground without hesitation and left with an indifferent expression.
Lin Xu watched Xiao Xing's departing figure, a smirk playing on his lips.
A well-mannered nobleman?
That's it?
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