Starting by picking up a female fan, he swept through the martial arts world.

Chapter 83 Old Deng! Give my dowry to my husband!

Jiang Lang could tell that, perhaps because of the formal attire he was wearing, Bai Heng was genuinely considering his future.

Or perhaps he needs a son-in-law who is completely under his control, like his beloved daughter, a caged canary to share family bliss with him.

Unfortunately, I still have things to do.

Unfortunately, climbing the professional title path at Qida University is far less advantageous than Bai Heng's arrangement.

It's hard to find a suitable reason to refuse.

Fortunately, Jiang Lang came to his senses: "Uncle, I also want to be a carefree warrior, but I'm used to being undisciplined, and joining the army might not be so suitable for me."

"Oh?"

Bai Heng wasn't angry at all; he just patiently waited for Jiang Lang to finish his story, acting like an elder who respected his child's wishes.

Jiang Lang sighed: "As you know, I come from a poor background, so I've always felt that a person should live a life commensurate with their abilities."

Once you join the army, there are essentially only two paths you can take: one is to stay in a safe position, relying on the protection of your elders; the other is to be on the front lines, obeying orders from above, and making a name for yourself.

The former is like someone clinging to their elders and sucking their blood.

The latter then asked, "Uncle, in this era, can a soldier really refuse to do anything against his conscience?"

Bai Heng fell silent.

He knew what Jiang Lang was referring to; Jiang Lang's question was even somewhat offensive.

These two kids are very smart. From the moment they entered the Special Operations Department, they should have been able to guess that the Seven Emotions Vine incident was inseparable from their instructions.

As a soldier under a warlord, it's impossible not to do anything against one's conscience.

Because politics is essentially the art of compromise, allowing the Seven Emotions Vine to run rampant is not fundamentally different from Cao Yu abandoning the city and fleeing.

However, he was not angry about the offense; on the contrary, he felt somewhat relieved.

She's a good kid, just like Zhao Li. Two people like that have a chance to be happy together.

Bai Zhaoli followed her mother, but was luckier than her mother, as she did not encounter another corrupt warlord.

As for Bai Heng...

He also needs children who are away from power and stay at his knees.

Bai Heng smiled and asked, "What about at Qixi University? Would that satisfy you?"

Jiang Lang nodded: "It's alright, I guess. Working at Qida is like when I ran a bar. I worked for Aunt Hong in exchange for resources for the research group. The research group helped me climb the ranks, so it's kind of like doing business."

Occasionally, one might manage to steal some spoils, which can be considered a contribution to the human race.

While it might feel like having a powerful backer, it's not entirely without benefit.

"Um----"

Bai Heng agreed wholeheartedly. Although Jiang Lang's choice didn't particularly satisfy him, it did convince him.

This kid is indeed good at business. Whether it's the Seven Emotions Vine incident, securing resources for the research group, or hiring someone to kill Cao Yu, each matter would be difficult to handle on its own, but by integrating resources, he succeeded quite easily.

He can be considered a talent of moderate ability.

Since that's the case, then I won't force it.

Anyway, he needed Jiang Lang to do some business, like that mirror. That thing was really a treasure. Even though the supply was limited, it could help the Zongxi faction do many tasks that were originally impossible.

If Jiang Lang really joins the army, suppliers probably won't want to get too involved with him.

Just at that moment.

Jiang Tai was halfway through his speech on the platform when he sent Jiang Zhu over to ask him to lend his support.

Bai Heng patted Jiang Lang on the shoulder: "You can take care of Zhao Li here, no one will bother you."

After saying that, he followed Jiang Zhu away.

The atmosphere of the banquet reached another peak with Bai Heng's appearance on stage.

Jiang Lang glanced around and found that the place where he was sitting had been isolated by several experts from the Vertical Army, which explained why it was so quiet just now.

"Hello!"

Bai Zhaoli's voice came from beside my ear.

Jiang Lang glanced at her and saw that her pretty face was flushed, and although her eyes were a little unfocused, they were not as confused as before.

It's obvious he was faking being drunk.

"What's wrong?"

"You really missed out on a great future!"

"With such a bright future, why don't you want it?"

"Hmph! If I go to the military academy in the capital, I'll be under his control for the rest of my life. How will I ever accomplish anything significant?"

Bai Zhaoli did not choose to go to the Imperial Capital Military Academy for this very reason.

But when Bai Heng asked her just now, she had a strange impulse in her heart, which was that if she were to study with Jiang Lang, it wouldn't be unacceptable.

But she quickly dismissed the idea.

Because a person's beliefs should not be changed for any one person.

If Jiang Lang is also the kind of person who compromises, then he is even less worthy of changing his beliefs.

No, no!

Why should I compare the importance of river waves and beliefs?

How can this annoying person be compared to something so important?

However, he rejected that seemingly better future, and somehow it seemed more and more agreeable to him.

"Hey! Jiang Lang!"

"Um?"

"What exactly is your purpose in staying at Qiqihar University?"

I'm not talking to you.

"Hmph! Stingy!"

"If you're drunk, you should take a nap."

"No, I still need to help you beg for food later."

"That's true! Then you're not allowed to sleep!"

"you!"

Bai Zhaoli glared at him, then quickly closed her eyes, rested her cheek on Jiang Lang's shoulder, and pretended to be asleep.

Jiang Lang vaguely felt that this position wasn't quite right, but under the influence of alcohol, he had no intention of resisting at all.

Her breath brushed against his neck, barely perceptible.

Her hair, intentionally or unintentionally, brushed against his cheek.

My heart beats a little faster.

It must be the effect of alcohol.

never mind!

I'll take a nap too.

I'm definitely a bit drunk from that last big gulp. Comrade Bai Heng can really hold his liquor!

Bai Zhaoli noticed that he was leaning back slightly, but her heart was beating even faster, and she couldn't help but smile slightly.

far away.

Wang Yao, his face filled with despair and heartbreak, cried out, "Brother Jie! Stop them!"

Bai Jie spat out, "Screw you! You can forget about my little sister. You'd better get ready to attend her wedding and give a gift!"

To be fair, he really did prepare quite a few tricks for Jiang Lang.

Whether it's provoking the other party to hurl insults, or bringing a few friends from the Azure Vein Domain to imply to Bai Heng that Jiang Lang has damaged the interests of the Azure Vein Domain and the Vertical System, the effect should be quite good.

But...

Just by looking at Bai Heng's attitude, he knew that none of these underhanded tricks would work.

This behavior is exactly how a son-in-law should be treated.

If I continue to engage in those shady dealings, I'll be damaging my own reputation.

However, he didn't completely ignore Wang Yao. After all, Wang Yao was his trusted subordinate and had revealed the matter of wood marrow to him, so it was impossible to completely ignore him.

"I can't help you with this, but here's a hint: Gu Hongsheng's illegitimate daughter probably has feelings for Jiang Lang. This has nothing to do with me; you can handle it yourself."

"Gu Manzhi!?"

Wang Yao immediately felt like he had grasped a lifeline.

Bai Jie looked at the platform from afar and saw that after Bai Heng gave his speech, he went to the back hall chatting and laughing with several important figures from the Qingmai Domain.

He knew the time had come to ask for the pith, so he headed straight in that direction.

On the other end.

Bai Zhaoli nudged Jiang Lang's shoulder: "Hey! My dad went to the back with a few high-ranking officials from the Azure Vein Domain. Now is the best time to inquire about the Wood Marrow."

Jiang Lang immediately opened his eyes: "Let's go!"

Bai Zhaoli wrinkled her nose in dissatisfaction: "So you're all excited when you hear there's a benefit to be gained?"