From this message, it's likely that something has happened to Shang Jia.
It's just not clear what exactly that is, could be a breakdown in negotiations, or maybe they've snagged enough benefits to be satisfied.
Chen Qing glanced toward the direction of the private room's door. Whatever it was, Eluo and their robber alliance were likely unable to maintain their relationship.
Otherwise, Shang Jia wouldn't have needed to make a run for it with them.
Helping Eluo and the others escape was undoubtedly taking a stand against the Mechanical Association and siding with the Mechanical Association would inevitably offend the Demon Dragon Pirates.
Whichever choice made, the road ahead was unclear.
Chen Qing wasn't particularly worried about offending the Mechanical Association; she had never been on their side to begin with.
The Deep Blue Sea was vast; the Mechanical Association's reach didn't extend that far.
