Li Xiaoyao spoke to them as equals, which was a sign of respect.
When Li Xiaoyao broached the subject, it meant there was no room for negotiation, and the Elders naturally understood this.
By taking the time to say these words, whether or not they would become reality, at the very least, Li Xiaoyao treated them as human beings instead of servants to be summoned and dismissed at will.
That alone was enough.
The smooth progress of the events left Cheng Yiyi feeling astonished; she knew all too well the temperaments of the Elders, yet in Li Xiaoyao's presence, they dared not show any displeasure.
Such was the vast disparity that status brought.
During the days in Medicine God Valley, the relationship between Li Xiaoyao and Cheng Yiyi had advanced by leaps and bounds. Even though they were not yet lovers, at least they were no longer cold-faced towards each other.
