Ceding thirty percent of their profits was painful, but it was still within an acceptable range.
Helping the Nie Family establish a foothold in Nanzhao would mean giving up some profits and influence, and it might provoke a backlash from the local powers.
But compared to being completely swallowed or crushed by the Profound Yin Valley, this was undoubtedly the better choice.
More importantly, this showed her the possibility of the Nie Family truly getting involved, rather than just being an ally in name only.
At this thought, Lady Lan felt a pang of shame.
'To think I used my own petty mindset to judge an honorable man, assuming Chen Sheng would make improper demands...'
'It seems this Inspector Chen, while certainly resourceful, is fundamentally a man who operates on rules and mutual interest, not some fool blinded by lust.'
In that moment, Lady Lan's impression of Chen Sheng improved considerably.
"Lord Chen, your considerations are thorough. I am truly impressed."
