Chapter 25: This Young Master Hates Politics

Chapter 25: This Young Master Hates Politics

The Golden Lily Association supervisor. Song Yuelin. The monster bear. They were all far more powerful than Chen Haoran and made him feel small in various ways. None however were able to force his head down with their presence alone.

He attempted to copy Song Yuelin and show his respect. It felt like his hands were moving through molasses when he tried moving them and he was forced to cycle his qi to prevent his bow from turning into a fall. He did not bother trying to sense the City Lords cultivation, he knew the answer.

Crystal Transformation realm.

Im curious as to what you mean by that City Lord. Song Yuelin, bless his soul, still looked unruffled in front of the stronger cultivator.

You know what I mean.

I do not. Song Yuelins smile was like a razor. You couldnt have possibly referred to the Young Master of the Chen family so rudely after all.New novel chapters are published on

The City Lord raised an eyebrow. Will Chen Qitao come himself to strike me down for the offense?

If he believes youre becoming uppity, then perhaps.

The air froze. Chen Haoran couldnt breathe. He had mouthed off to stronger cultivators before but he had never so blatantly threatened one.

What is your name, dog of the Chen family? It sounded like a final courtesy.

Chen Haoran braced for violence. He could only hope wherever Song Yuelin got his confidence from was enough to save their lives.

This one is known as Song Yuelin. I have met the City Lord before.

The City Lord stopped. I remember you now. He clicked his tongue and Chen Haoran could breathe again. Six years ago. Youre one of Chen Qitaos hunting dogs, he said, annoyance flashing on his face.

Song Yuelin didnt react to the insult. He bowed again. Its truly an honor to be recognized by the City Lord.

Song Yuelin used reputation. It was super effective. Chen Haoran breathed a sigh of relief. Hed suspected Song Yuelin was important in the Chen family, and this Chen Qitao he served was probably either the leader or someone else high up. He was definitely a Crystal Transformation realm at least.

That only raises even more questions. The City Lord crossed his arms. Why is Chen Qitaos dog here with his son? And why was I not informed of this?

What?

I came on my own accord. Song Yuelin lost his smile. It wasnt a matter worth informing the City Lord about.

You expect me to believe such a blatant lie?

Profound rank? Cant he just get a better technique? Unless Earth rank techniques were rarer than he thought. Still, it was good to know that the higher realms could be reached even with a lower-quality cultivation method.

Song Yuelin shook his head. You cant change your cultivation method once you reach Crystal Transformation. The fact that he couldnt get a better technique in the Palace School proves the extent of his abilities.

Chen Haoran processed that. Palace School and Palace Exam. A school in the Empire where government officials were trained and could receive Earth-rank techniques. The Palace Exam was probably hosted for admittance to the school. Did Lan Fen know about this? The City Lord warned them not to cause trouble. What would he think about Lan Fens plans to destroy the Lan family?

Chen Haorans thoughts ground to a halt. The City Lord called Lan Fen by name. Chen Haorans marriage to her in particular was worthy of accusation. He didnt mention the Lan family at all. Was he aware of Lan Yaos conspiracy? Why didnt he mention it then? Why didnt he accuse them of trying to form an alliance with the Lan family? Did he not consider it a problem? Did he know it wasnt? Did he know Lan Fen? Did she tell him?

Chen Haoran rubbed his forehead. He had learned too much today. Hed get a headache at this rate.

Young Master Chen?

There was also Song Yuelin to worry about.

If the City Lord had really tried to kill us would you have been able to stop him?

Song Yuelin gave him a thumbs up. Of course not!

Of course not, he tiredly echoed him. And here I was hoping you had something to back up that big mouth of yours.

I apologize for making you worry Young Master Chen. However, the City Lord had to be reminded that even the dogs of the Chen family cant be insulted by the likes of him.

You did that for me?

You are the Young Master of the Chen family. It is only natural that I defend your honor. Song Yuelin looked serious, his eyes sincere.

Chen Haoran couldnt help but respond to that sincerity. Song Yuelin, you truly are a loyal servant.

Thank you Young Mas-

Is what I would say if you didnt just call me a dog, Chen Haoran cut him off.

How could Young Master Chen be a dog, Song Yuelin asked with a straight face. People like dogs after all.

Chen Haoran huffed a laugh. It sounded hollow to his ears.

Lets get out of these damn mountains.