Immortal God of War-Chapter 139: Bribery_1

「Meanwhile.」

Martial King Palace, Grand Hall of Deliberations!

Ling Yunfei stood before Elder Wan and the beautiful woman, his hands trembling as he held the jade box, his face filled with gratitude.

This was the very jade box Qin Feiyang had asked the beautiful woman to pass on to him.

Inside was a top-grade Vermilion Glazed Pill!

The beautiful woman advised, "Yunfei, Jian Haotian is extremely wary. It’s difficult for anyone to truly get close to him, let alone become his friend. Therefore, it’s crucial that you cherish this connection."

"Disciple understands," Ling Yunfei nodded.

"Hmm." The beautiful woman nodded and smiled. "It won’t be long before you break through to the Six-star Martial Master. This top-grade Vermilion Glazed Pill will be most effective if you take it *after* your breakthrough; it could help you advance directly to an Eight-star Martial Master."

Ling Yunfei replied, "Disciple has the same thought."

"Alright, you may leave then," the beautiful woman said with a smile, waving her hand.

"Disciple takes his leave." Ling Yunfei bowed and departed.

The beautiful woman retracted her gaze, turning to Elder Wan with a puzzled expression. "Elder Wan, why haven’t you said a word?"

Elder Wan frowned. "I was wondering how we can make Jian Haotian truly become one of us at the Martial King Palace."

The beautiful woman shook her head. "I suggest you abandon that idea sooner rather than later."

After some thought, Elder Wan nodded and sighed. "Indeed. The boy is too volatile, and any slight mishandling could backfire. It’s better to let nature take its course. By the way," he added, "don’t you think Ling Yunfei strongly resembles someone?"

The beautiful woman paused, intrigued. "Resembles whom?"

"Ling Feng!" Elder Wan uttered the name, his old eyes flashing with intensity.

The beautiful woman’s pupils contracted.

Elder Wan continued, "Ling Feng was from the Ling Family of Black Bear City, and Ling Yunfei is also from the Ling Family of Black Bear City. They also share the same sky-blue eyes and hair. Could there be some connection between them?"

His words seemed to stir the beautiful woman’s memories, and she remained silent for a long moment.

Finally, she shook her head. "For now, let’s not delve into this. Don’t question Ling Yunfei directly. Ling’er grew up in Black Bear City too, didn’t she? We can ask her sometime."

Elder Wan nodded.

「The next morning.」

Qin Feiyang closed the iron-bound book, a trace of melancholy on his face. He murmured, "How have you been at the Lin family these past few months?"

SWISH!

In the next instant, he vanished without a trace.

Shi Zheng was no longer surprised by Qin Feiyang’s sudden appearances.

The two of them exited the room, one after the other.

"Jian Haotian is out!"

"Brother Jian, could you help me refine a few top-grade elixirs?"

"Brother Jian, I’ve been waiting for you all night!"

In the main hall, the room was packed with guests, even at this early hour.

In truth, they were all waiting for Qin Feiyang.

The moment they saw him, they all stood up, looking at him with pleading eyes.

Qin Feiyang walked down the stairs and said to Shi Zheng, "Go settle the bill for me."

"Okay." Shi Zheng nodded and headed to the counter.

Qin Feiyang scanned the crowd. Seeing their eager eyes, he smiled and said, "Everyone, I would love to help you refine pills, but alchemy is a complex process, and unfortunately, I don’t have the capacity to help everyone."

In an instant, disappointment washed over their faces.

After a moment’s thought, Qin Feiyang offered a gentle smile. "How about this: every month, I will distribute one thousand top-grade elixirs for free at the entrance of the Martial King Palace. However, this will be limited to Healing Pills and Bone-renewing Pills."

"For free!"

Hearing this, the crowd buzzed with excitement once more.

Qin Feiyang chuckled. "The first distribution will be ten days from now, in the morning. Remember to line up early, and please help me spread the word."

"No problem!"

"We’ll make sure everyone in Yan City knows about this as soon as possible!" the crowd roared excitedly.

At that moment, Shi Zheng approached and whispered, "It’s done."

"Let’s go then!" Qin Feiyang smiled and turned towards the main entrance.

"Brother Jian, take care!"

The crowd parted automatically, bidding him farewell with cupped-fist salutes.

Once Qin Feiyang had left, the Flying Phoenix Building erupted in chatter.

"I didn’t expect him to be so kind! I initially thought he’d look down on us!"

"Yeah, I also thought he’d put on airs and despise us."

"His character is truly remarkable."

"No matter what happens in the future, we must support him."

"Exactly! We can’t let anyone bully such a kind-hearted young man."

People discussed animatedly, their spirits high.

Suddenly, someone remarked, "Isn’t one thousand top-grade pills a bit too few? Yan City has several million inhabitants; how can that be enough to go around?"

This comment immediately drew public ire!

"What are you talking about?"

"Does he not need to cultivate? Should he spend all his time making pills for you? Don’t be greedy! Look at the Elixir King Palace. It has over a thousand alchemists; have they ever given out a single pill for free?" freёnovelkiss.com

"Besides, he’s refining top-grade elixirs! Can they even be compared to ordinary ones?"

"If you say something like that again, don’t blame us for being impolite!"

"..."

「In the street.」

Everyone who encountered Qin Feiyang greeted him.

Qin Feiyang showed no impatience, responding with a smile, appearing very friendly and approachable.

In the eyes of the powerful figures, he was an arrogant youth.

But to these ordinary people, he was a sensible and polite child.

Shi Zheng walked alongside him, frowning the whole way. As they were about to enter the East City, he couldn’t help but ask, "Jian Haotian, why do I feel you’re acting somewhat unusually today?"

"Am I?" Qin Feiyang asked.

Shi Zheng nodded. "Yes. Leaving aside the free distribution of elixirs, just your attitude towards everyone is different from before."

"Do you know me very well? Do you know what kind of person I am?" Qin Feiyang retorted.

Shi Zheng shook his head.

Truthfully, I don’t understand him at all. It’s as if this boy is shrouded in a veil, making it impossible to know when he’s showing his true self.

"Exactly," Qin Feiyang said with a faint smile, offering no further explanation.

Because some things could only be kept locked away in one’s heart.

「The Lin family!」

As the most powerful family in Yan City, the Lin Family’s manor was naturally extraordinary.

Spanning several miles, it had gardens, pavilions, gazebos, streams—everything one could imagine.

Flanking the main gate stood two stone sculptures of tigers, each three to four meters high, their eyes exuding majesty.

Beside the sculptures, four guards stood ramrod straight, their sharp gazes incredibly imposing.

But upon seeing Qin Feiyang and Shi Zheng approach, their expressions instantly changed, their eyes filled with flattery and subservience.

"Greetings, Young Master Jian," the four men said, bowing as they stepped forward.

Qin Feiyang said lightly, "Please inform Family Head Lin that I, Jian, am here to visit."

He could be kind to anyone, except the Lin family.

"The Family Head has instructed that if Young Master Jian arrives, there is no need for an announcement."

"Young Master Jian, Elder Shi, please come inside!"

One of the guards led Qin Feiyang and Shi Zheng through the entrance, directly to the reception hall the Lin Family used specifically for entertaining esteemed guests.

"Please have a seat, you two. I will go and invite the Family Head," the guard said obsequiously before stepping out of the reception hall. He then instructed the two maids waiting outside, "Take good care of Young Master Jian. Ensure there are no mishaps, understand?"

The two maids nodded and hurried off to fetch tea.

「The Lin Family Meeting Hall!」

Lin Han sat in the main chair, staring at a black-robed old man below him, and snapped, "Half a year has passed, and you still haven’t found Qin Feiyang! What have you all been doing?"

The black-robed elder trembled and hurriedly responded, "Family Head, we are helpless. It’s as if he vanished off the face of the earth. No matter how hard we search, we can’t find any trace of him."

Lin Han roared, "I don’t care if he vanished! I want results, understand?"

The black-robed elder nodded. "Yes, yes, yes. I’ll immediately send word for them to hasten their efforts."

Lin Han declared, "Give them another six months. If they still haven’t found him by then, tell them to bring me their heads!"

"Yes," the black-robed elder replied with a bow.

However, neither of them knew that the person they were so painstakingly trying to find had not only already entered the Lin Manor but was also brazenly sitting in their reception hall.

"Family Head—" a voice called out as a guard rushed into the hall at that moment.

The black-robed elder frowned and roared, "Can’t you see the Family Head and I are discussing matters? Get out!"

"Steward Lin, Jian Haotian is here!" the guard said anxiously.

"What?" Steward Lin was shocked. How did he arrive so quickly?

Lin Han also sprang to his feet, his eyes glinting. He waved his hand. "You may leave."

Once the guard had departed, Steward Lin looked up at Lin Han and asked, "Family Head, have you decided on a way to win him over?"

Lin Han replied, "What does a man seek in life? Nothing more than wealth, power, and beauty."

Steward Lin said thoughtfully, "This youth probably doesn’t lack wealth now. As for power, we can’t offer it. That only leaves beauty... I understand, Family Head. I will arrange it at once."

Lin Han shook his head. "Not just beauty; wealth as well. Prepare five million Gold Coins, and also bring that jug of wine I’ve treasured for many years."

Steward Lin’s expression changed. "Family Head, that wine was a gift from the Yan King! Even you are reluctant to take a single sip..."

Lin Han waved his hand dismissively. "Nothing ventured, nothing gained. Hurry up and make the arrangements!"

"Yes." Steward Lin reluctantly agreed and turned to prepare.

I refuse to believe that with my methods, I can’t win over a greenhorn, Lin Han thought with a cold laugh. He then strode out of the meeting hall and into the reception hall, greeting with a clasped-fist salute and a smile, "Young Brother, your esteemed presence graces us. My apologies for not meeting you sooner; I hope you won’t take offense!"

Qin Feiyang’s eyes flickered slightly as he rose and smiled. "Family Head Lin, you’re too polite."

Lin Han nodded to Elder Shi, then turned to Qin Feiyang. "Young Brother, since you’re here, you must stay at the Lin Manor for a few days, regardless. Allow me to fulfill my duties as a host."

"This..." Qin Feiyang hesitated.

Lin Han pressed, "Young Brother, if you refuse, you’ll be looking down on me and my Lin Family."

Qin Feiyang gave a helpless smile and nodded. "Very well. Since Family Head Lin has extended such a warm invitation, it would be impolite of me to refuse."

"Haha..." Lin Han was secretly overjoyed and laughed heartily. "Young Brother, you are indeed a straightforward person! Come, come, please sit."

Shi Zheng, however, raised an eyebrow almost imperceptibly. This Lin Han clearly has ulterior motives!

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