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"Then...how about we go away and hide for a few days?"

Liu Bo nodded, clearly agreeing with his statement.

"Hiding..." Lin Xuan shook his head. "It will only increase their suspicion of me. If they can't find me, they'll think I'm guilty. Sigh, what an unnecessary disaster."

He sighed and leaned back in his chair.

What does it matter to him whether Xia Guang lives or dies?

That crazy woman killed him with gusto, leaving him with a mess to clean up.

But unfortunately, I can't say anything.

He has now joined the Dawn Society.

Once discovered.

These are all extreme heretical organizations...

He couldn't escape death!

Let's take it one step at a time.

Liu Bo stubbed out his cigarette, stood up, and walked to the window.

"If all else fails, bring up Senior Gong, and they won't dare say anything."

Liu Bo's voice carried a hint of confidence.

Master Gong was one of the founders of the Ancient Martial Arts Alliance; he was a true old monster.

His word is something the Xia family has to think twice about.

"This is the only way..."

Lin Xuan nodded, but he was still unsure.

Ultimately, it was thanks to Chen Xiaoran's background that it was used.

Can Master Gong protect him once, or for a lifetime?

After we finished talking.

Lin Xuan returned to his room.

I practiced my cultivation all night with some anxiety.

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking.

There was a knock on Lin Xuan's door.

For some reason, his first reaction upon opening his eyes was:

Xia Chongshan is back!

Xiao Jin stood in the doorway when the door opened.

He was like a small mountain, blocking the entire doorway.

"Lin Xuan, Director Liu asked me to come and get you."

Xiao Jin's voice was muffled: "The Xia family is here. They said they want you to come over."

"Um!"

Lin Xuan nodded, took a deep breath, and followed Xiao Jin down the path.

Xiao Jin walked in front of him, his broad back resembling a wall.

He walked all the way to Director Liu's office door before stopping, turning around, and looking at Lin Xuan.

A rare seriousness appeared on that honest face:

"It'll be alright."

Lin Xuan smiled and patted his broad shoulder.

"rest assured."

Then, he pushed open the door.

There were only two people in the office.

Liu Bo was pouring tea, and wisps of steam rose from the teapot, filling the air with the aroma of tea.

The other one was an old man.

He sat on the sofa, his back ramrod straight, his hands resting on his knees.

He looked radiant and full of energy.

It's hard to tell how old they are.

He was wearing a dark gray robe, made of fine fabric and with exquisite workmanship; it was clearly not an ordinary item.

He turned around with a smile and looked at Lin Xuan.

His smile was very kind, like that of a friendly old man next door, without any airs.

"This must be your young friend, Kobayashi?"

His voice was loud and clear, full of energy.

"Indeed, a handsome young man, and already at the fourth rank at such a young age?"

Xia Chongshan smiled and nodded to Lin Xuan.

"Greetings, Senior Xia!"

Lin Xuan bowed respectfully, clasping his hands in a fist salute.

Liu Bo waved his hand, signaling Lin Xuan to sit down.

"Elder Xia, this case happened in my Jiangzhou, and I cannot shirk my responsibility."

Liu Bo's voice was very sincere.

"I have already reported this to the third-level headquarters. I request that the leaders come down and investigate thoroughly. We will definitely give you an explanation."

Xia Chongshan waved his hand casually.

"Don't be nervous, Xiao Liu."

His voice was relaxed.

"I know that nobody wants to see this kind of thing happen. I'm just going through the motions. I'm getting old and can't stay at home all the time, so it's good for me to get out and about."

As he spoke, he picked up his teacup and slowly took a sip.

He tasted it, nodded, and seemed quite satisfied.

It seems they really don't care about the case.

"By the way, what's Jiangzhou's ranking among fourth-tier units?"

Xia Chongshan put down his teacup and asked casually.

Liu Bo looked a little embarrassed and rubbed his hands together.

"Ninety-six... Elder Xia, as you know, our remote little place has few people and few resources, so our ranking is naturally..."

His voice grew softer and softer.

Because of the resources here.

A significant portion of it was supported by the Xia family.

"Hmm, ninety-six."

Xia Chongshan nodded and tapped his knee lightly with his fingers twice.

"It's time to work harder. With a total of 136, this ranking is really not good."

He thought for a moment and then smiled:

"Alright then, the Xia family will double the resources they provide. The only requirement is that you get into the top eighty in the next alliance tournament!"

Liu Bo was stunned.

He opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but didn't know how to start.

After a long while, he finally spoke:

"Mr. Xia, are you... are you telling the truth?"

"When have I, Xia Chongshan, ever gone back on my word?"

Xia Chongshan smiled, picked up his teacup, and took another sip.

Liu Bo suddenly stood up, almost tipping over his chair.

He walked up to Xia Chongshan, bent down, and reached out his hand, wanting to hold Xia Chongshan's hand, but then felt it was inappropriate and withdrew it.

"Elder Xia! I...I will definitely live up to your expectations!"

His voice was urgent and rapid, as if he was afraid that Xia Chongshan would change his mind.

"Top 80! No, top 70! I will definitely lead Jiangzhou to the top!"

"Alright, alright."

Xia Chongshan waved his hand, amused by his appearance.

"Don't get agitated, sit down and let's talk."

Liu Bo then realized he had lost his composure, coughed twice, and sat back down in his chair.

But he still had a smile on his face.

Alliance Grand Tournament?

Lin Xuan sat in the corner, lost in thought.

Does this sound like an internal league competition?

That's not important.

The question is, why does the Xia family want to double their resources?

Logically speaking, they...

Looking at Liu Bo's excited expression.

Lin Xuan suddenly realized.

This is...

Winning hearts and minds!

He said he wasn't interested in the case.

He casually shifted the topic to the competition and resources.

But would a ninth-level expert travel all the way from the north to Jiangzhou just to go through the motions?

Lin Xuan didn't believe it.

and so!

He wanted to completely bribe Liu Bo.

What if there's something hidden about this?

Tell the Xia family!

This is exactly what he wanted!

Thinking this, Lin Xuan's heart grew heavier and heavier.

Liu Bo...

Xia Chongshan smiled, shifted his gaze from Liu Bo, and finally landed on Lin Xuan.

"Young friend, may I ask which lineage you belong to?"

coming!

Lin Xuan felt a chill run down his spine.

This question is a test.

"Over north, there are the people of Elder Gong."

Just as Lin Xuan was about to speak, Liu Bo spoke first in a low voice.

north.

The lineage of the character "天"!

Lin Xuan reacted instantly.

The Heavenly Vein, guarding the north, keeps a low profile and rarely interacts with the outside world.

Is Master Gong a member of the Heavenly Vein?

Liu Bo is taking advantage of Gong Lao's influence.

Lin Xuan nodded slightly without saying a word.

At this point, saying anything is superfluous.

Liu Bo had already shielded him; all he needed to do was cooperate.

really.

Xia Chongshan paused for a moment when he heard the words "Master Gong".

The hand holding the teacup paused slightly.

He glanced at Liu Bo, a questioning glint in his eyes.

Liu Bo nodded in confirmation.

"I was ignorant before and had a misunderstanding with Xiao Lin. Elder Gong made a special trip for him, which gave me the opportunity to meet him. The old man is in good spirits and still remembers you, Elder Xia."