Indestructible Body Of Vajra Of The Village Leader-Chapter 902 - 719: I Hope You Won’t Become a Unfilial Son! (Monthly Ticket Bonus - 6)
As Jiang Dali’s voice had just fallen, Murong Qingqing had already opened the zither case and plucked three strings.
The uninvited guest outside had only just endured a zither sound, feeling stifled, when suddenly three more sound waves attacked, too fast to react. With Qi-Blood boiling, they couldn’t spare a moment to think and immediately tumbled down from the roof tiles, landing beside the courtyard well below, avoiding the successive onslaught.
However, after waiting for three breaths, there was no further attack.
Thinking about what Jiang Dali had just said, the person slightly relaxed, exclaiming inwardly at the prowess, never had they imagined that this inconspicuous Sect Leader of the Sky Zither Sect, following beside the Black Wind Village Chief, would be so formidable.
They then cupped their hands and amiably smiled towards the direction of the house.
"Master Jiang truly lives up to being the number one in Song Country. You’re quite right; I, Liao Rushen, came here not with hostility, but with a matter to remind the village chief about."
Their voice wasn’t loud, but under inner strength, it congealed into a line, easily transmitting into the room to the ears of the three inside.
Just from this voice, Jiang Dali could judge that the other was on a vacant house a hundred steps away.
At such a distance, with Liao Rushen’s strength, if he deliberately hid, it would be difficult to detect, and it was clearly only because Murong Qingqing, with her keen hearing, discovered him before he truly approached.
Jiang Dali walked into the hall to sit down, asking Wang Yuyan to pour tea, and lightly said, "If you had hostile intentions, there would be no need for you to leave having come here. Since you are sensible enough to pay respects to this village chief, come on in."
These words already carried a tone slightly belittling and demeaning to Liao Rushen.
However, Liao Rushen was an extremely sophisticated and adaptable person, who wouldn’t mind such minor verbal insults, immediately laughing generously as he strode forward.
A sound of fluttering robes was clearly heard.
With a squeak, the door opened, and Liao Rushen’s tall, thin figure flashed into Jiang Dali’s view, his blue long robe lending him a somewhat scholarly air, as he cupped his hands and bowed to Jiang Dali.
"Liao Rushen, paying respects to the village chief! Having witnessed your prowess on the arena today, I’m truly filled with admiration, and so I brought a small gift to pay respects to the village chief, hoping to befriend such a fine gentleman as you."
As Liao Rushen spoke, he had already pulled out a secret manual from his bosom, as if the gift had been prepared long before, stepping into the room with a smile.
He did this deliberately to echo Jiang Dali’s meaning of "paying respects."
Since it was a visit, coming empty-handed would naturally be improper.
Thus, he decisively took out the priceless Wordless Heavenly Scripture from his bosom as a gift.
"Oh?"
Jiang Dali looked at Liao Rushen’s understanding way and smooth taking out of the gift, gaining a new appreciation for this member of the Heavenly Mechanism Sect, and immediately nodded slightly, raising his hand, "Have a seat."
Liao Rushen’s face filled with joy, again cupping his fists, "Thank you, village chief, for considering me!"
After speaking, he closed the door, approached the table, and respectfully placed the Wordless Heavenly Scripture on the table before adjusting his robe to sit opposite Jiang Dali.
Seizing the opportunity, Wang Yuyan began to pour tea, while Jiang Dali calmly looked at Liao Rushen and said, "Since you came not with aggressive intentions, I will naturally treat you kindly. Don’t be constrained, just enjoy a cup of plain tea. Please!"
"Alright!"
Liao Rushen gladly raised the teacup, drank it in one go, then looked at Jiang Dali, lowering his voice with a smile, "Village Chief, my visit this time concerns the matter of postnatal sword casting.
People always speak frankly. I know you don’t like beating around the bush, so if you don’t want the Lingshuang Sword, I’d like to have it. After it’s done, I, Liao Rushen, am willing to acknowledge you as my master.
If you wish to obtain the Lingshuang Sword, I will assist you with all my might, and afterward, I will still acknowledge you as my master, provided you help me establish myself in the Martial World of Yuan Country."
Upon these words, Wang Yuyan and Murong Qingqing were both startled.
They never expected that this Hawk Castle Master, one of Yuan Country’s top Martial World experts of the Heavenly Human 4th Realm, would actively seek to rely on Jiang Dali as his master.
Though the other party came with motives, taking this step to acknowledge Jiang Dali as a master was a testament to his formidable determination.
Even Jiang Dali did not expect Liao Rushen to be so decisive.
However, upon second thought, this person was indeed smart, knowing Jiang had no interest in Yuan Country, or rather, lacked the energy to stir it up, so he proactively recommended himself.
By holding onto Jiang Dali’s powerful support, he could indeed rise quickly within Yuan Country.
Otherwise, in the upcoming battle for the Lingshuang Sword, if Liao Rushen failed to obtain it, he would struggle against the likes of Guan Yutian from the Sea Shark Palace or any other opponent wielding the sword.
"You are very clever."
Jiang Dali set down his teacup, smiling lightly at Liao Rushen and nodding, "However, while I’m interested in the Lingshuang Sword, I’m not necessarily interested in taking you as a subordinate. What can you offer me?"
"Reputation!"
Liao Rushen’s mouth curled into a smile, "I know, you want to have an extremely high standing in Yuan Country, comparable to your reputation in Song Country.
Although this is very difficult, once you take me in and help me develop power in Yuan Country, in due time, I can surpass or even control the Supreme Alliance, becoming the new Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch.
By then, being my master, wouldn’t you surely gain extremely high prominence in Yuan Country?"
"Hmm..."
Jiang Dali showed a hint of intrigue.
Liao Rushen’s eyes flashed with joy as he hurriedly said, "If you agree to take me in, I have a plan to ensure you obtain the Lingshuang Sword. Once it’s done, please don’t forget my merit."
"Oh?"
Jiang Dali’s lips curled slightly, a bit of delight flickering in his eyes as he nodded, "Agreeing to take you isn’t out of the question.
Indeed, I want someone reliable and capable in Yuan Country. Though Bai Ting is good, his influence on the Yuan mainland is quite lacking, and now that he is mostly exposed, he will inevitably face exclusion.
But you are different... You indeed suit well..."
"Indeed! Thank you for your appreciation!"
Liao Rushen controlled his excitement and smiled, "Serving you is unnoticed by anyone, and combined with my Hawk Castle’s established forces in Yuan Country, it will surely be significant for you in the future."
"Hmm. If that’s the case, it’s decided then. What’s your plan for acquiring the Lingshuang Sword for me, state it!"
"Ah, well..."
Liao Rushen hesitated for a moment, awkwardly glanced at Jiang Dali’s stern face, and forced a smile, "Village Chief, mere words don’t hold much weight... Your..."
"What?"
Jiang Dali suddenly looked up, his eyes bursting with striking intensity, his aura towering, transforming from a composed Bodhisattva to an angry-eyed Vajra.
Liao Rushen was startled, feeling the overwhelming killing intent like a raging storm, almost leaping off his stool in fright, clenching his buttocks tightly. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮
"Hmph."
Jiang Dali looked flatly with a hawk-like stare, "This village chief is an upright, reasonable man. Once verbal agreements are made, they must be honored. What are you still worried about?"
Liao Rushen nervously waved his hands, "No, village chief, I- I naturally trust your character, but..."
With a squint, Jiang Dali said, "If you still feel uneasy, there’s a customary rule here: kneel and knock your forehead eight times, acknowledging me as a godfather. As my godson, I certainly won’t mistreat you then.
This is your good fortune. To this day, I’ve never taken any godson.
You’re the first, so in the future, ensure you don’t become a rebellious son, or although I didn’t sire you, I can certainly end you with a slap!"
"I..."
Liao Rushen suddenly wanted to slap himself, feeling like his heart was smeared with chili oil, sprinkled with salty flour, and swallowed bitter pig gall.
What on earth has this negotiation led to?
Here he was, at forty years of age, to acknowledge a mountain bandit leader in his twenties as a godfather?
What kind of nonsense mountain village rule is this!
If he agreed to this, even if he became the Martial Arts Alliance Hierarch, his reputation would be completely tarnished.
"What?"
Jiang Dali frowned, staring at Liao Rushen’s flushed face, chuckling lightly, "Seems you’re unwilling, then this village chief won’t force you. You are passing up on a great fortune! Don’t say this village chief didn’t give you a chance."
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(Asking for monthly and recommendation tickets! This Chapter was posted a bit late! And it’s shorter, but I finally managed to complete it! Requesting monthly tickets! I’ll work on more updates by midnight)
