"I appreciate the Immortal Monarch's recognition, but for certain reasons, I cannot leave the association to join the Endless Desert," Wu Heng politely declined.
An unexpected and puzzled expression flickered across Kurt's face, "You mean...?"
Wu Heng gestured to interrupt the other party, then continued, "I can't join the Endless Desert, but I feel the friendship and importance from the Immortal Monarch. I am willing to maintain friendly relations between Gold and Silver Island and the Endless Desert."
"Of course," the other party nodded.
Wu Heng pretended to ponder and then continued, "Perhaps we can engage in some cooperation to exchange what we need, just as you said, we are professions, supposed to help each other."
Kurt said, somewhat puzzled, "If you join us, you'll get whatever you want, why go through exchanges?"
"I have my difficulties and can't leave the association. Please convey my apologies to the Monarch," Wu Heng said, sounding a bit helpless.
