"As long as that information benefits the city then of course, why wouldn't you?"
Hao Xuan paused momentarily, trying his best to make it seem like he was looking for the right words.
"I have...a lot of experience working in spirit stone mines. The size, location, and workers all represent different challenges but one thing is always the same- the beasts it attracts. The concentrated worldly energy is nothing short of the highest quality bait when it comes to this."
Rufgar agreed with him wholeheartedly, "I am aware of this. We have surveyed the surrounding area but found no evidence of any guardian beasts. It is rare but there is a chance none have found it so far."
"Yes, but it is far more likely that they have and the city is simply not equipped to detect their presence. Tell me, did you check under the mine?"
Rufgar's eyes narrowed instantly, "Under the mine? Why do you ask that?"