"The matter of tribute gold is not urgent. Let me chat with this young brother first," the elder said, looking at Qin Hanchu with a smile.
Qin Hanchu looked at the elder and asked, "Chat with me? About what?"
The elder smiled, "I heard you've reached the Ninth Grade realm?"
Qin Hanchu nodded, "Yes, what about it?"
"You have a marriage engagement with our Jin family's descendant, so you'll be one of us in the future."
"For your sake, I'll promote Jin Hailu to a member of the Jin family's main lineage as an exception."
"You two come back to the Jin family with me and serve the Jin family's main lineage from now on."
The elder's thoughts were quite pleasant.
Such a young Ninth Grade genius would surely have boundless prospects.
If they could control him, it would bring immense benefits to the Jin family.
"Hailu, this is a tremendous honor. Aren't you going to express your gratitude?" Old Madam Jin was overjoyed.
If Jin Hailu were brought into the main lineage, wouldn't the shares in her hand return to Old Madam Jin?
Although Jin Hailu was excellent, she was, after all, a girl.
Old Madam Jin naturally hoped that Jinshi Group would be controlled by her son.
"Forgive my ignorance, but is the Jin family's main lineage very powerful? Why have I never heard of it?" Jin Hailu asked.
"Our Jin family is a reclusive aristocratic family. Not only do we have many Grandmaster experts, but we also have an Ancestral Grandmaster overseeing us. Do you think we are strong?" the elder said proudly.
Upon hearing about the Ancestral Grandmaster, Qin Hanchu's eyes lit up.
This power was indeed formidable.
The entire Great Yan Kingdom had no more than nine families with an Ancestral Grandmaster.
At most, there were fewer than twenty Ancestral Grandmasters in the entire Great Yan Kingdom.
With a population of over a billion, there were fewer than twenty Ancestral Grandmasters.
This showed how powerful an Ancestral Grandmaster was.
"Indeed, you are powerful, but not powerful enough for me to serve you," Qin Hanchu said.
The elder's proud expression instantly turned cold. He said, "Young man, do not mistake yourself! Even Hu Qingshan would not dare to be so dismissive of our Jin family."
"I'm just stating facts," Qin Hanchu said.
"Are you sure you want to refuse?" the elder asked seriously.
Qin Hanchu nodded, "Of course. I will not serve anyone but myself."
"Since you refuse, we have no reason to marry such a beautiful descendant to you."
"Today, as a steward of the main lineage, I declare the marriage contract between Jin Hailu and you null and void," the elder said with a cold snort.
"My affairs are not for you to decide?" Jin Hailu immediately reprimanded.
"As a member of the Jin family, you must obey the Jin family's orders!" the elder said domineeringly.
Jin Hailu scoffed, "If that's the case, then everyone surnamed Jin in the world must obey your orders?"
"Jin Hailu, do you want to go against the Jin family's main lineage?" the elder snorted.
"Even if the Jin family's main lineage truly exists, you will not interfere with my freedom."
"Even my parents are not qualified to force me, so who are you?"
Jin Hailu held her head high, exuding an air of pride.
"Seize her!" Jin Hailu's words completely angered the elder.
With a command from the elder, his subordinate guards immediately advanced towards Jin Hailu.
Qin Hanchu took a step forward, blocking Jin Hailu.
"Anyone who dares to touch her dies!" Qin Hanchu said coldly.
"Ninth Grade prodigy, let me test your strength!"
The elder knew his guards were no match for Qin Hanchu. He suddenly stood up and moved towards Qin Hanchu.
Before anyone could react, Qin Hanchu and the elder had already attacked simultaneously.
Boom!
Their palms collided, and invisible gusts of wind scattered in all directions.
Qin Hanchu exerted force, and the elder was immediately forced back.
"Peak Ninth Grade!" the elder's eyes widened in shock.
He was in the late Ninth Grade, yet Qin Hanchu could force him back with a single palm!
If such a prodigy could not be used for their benefit, he might very well become an enemy in the future!
"I'll give you a chance to marry into our Jin family."
"As long as you agree, our Jin family will surely regard you as a direct descendant!" the elder said again.
"Stop wasting your breath. Your Jin family cannot accommodate me," Qin Hanchu said.
"Jin Hailu, if you want to be free from the control of the main lineage," the elder said to Jin Hailu, knowing he couldn't defeat Qin Hanchu, "hand over the power of Jinshi Group, and from then on, you will no longer be a member of the Jin family."
"You..."
Qin Hanchu was about to speak when Jin Hailu interrupted him.
"Alright, bring the share transfer agreement," Jin Hailu said.
Qin Hanchu looked at Jin Hailu, who shook her head, "Don't oppose them for my sake."
Although Jin Hailu was not a martial artist, she knew how powerful an Ancestral Grandmaster was.
If Qin Hanchu were to fight the Jin family for her, it would be an act of defiance against an Ancestral Grandmaster.
Even with Hu Qingshan's connections as backing, it would not be enough against the divine might of an Ancestral Grandmaster.
Qin Hanchu had guessed Jin Hailu's intentions.
Although he did not fear the Jin family's Ancestral Grandmaster, it was indeed not advisable for him to confront the Jin family directly at this moment.
This was because he did not wish to reveal his true strength yet.
With this in mind, Qin Hanchu did not stop Jin Hailu.
Even if she lost Jinshi Group, Qin Hanchu could still provide Jin Hailu with a good life.
Old Madam Jin was very excited and quickly brought out the transfer agreement she had prepared.
Jin Hailu signed it without any hesitation.
"Since there's nothing else for us, we'll take our leave," Qin Hanchu said, holding Jin Hailu's hand.
"Qin Hanchu, one must know when to adapt."
"There are many geniuses in this world, but not all geniuses live to see the end."
"Ninth Grade is already a master, but there are many who can kill you."
"Think carefully. If you change your mind, our Jin family is still willing to accept you," the elder said indifferently.
Qin Hanchu ignored him, and the two left the old Jin family residence together.
"Settle this quickly. Once I get the tribute gold, I will return to the family," the elder wanted to go back as soon as possible to personally inform the Ancestral Grandmaster about Qin Hanchu.
News of Qin Hanchu might earn him the Ancestral Grandmaster's reward.
Outside the old Jin family residence, Qin Hanchu said to Jin Hailu, "It seems I've implicated you."
Jin Hailu smiled, "It's good now. Completely worry-free."
"Do you want me to give you a company to play with?" Qin Hanchu asked.
"No need. I want to open a small shop myself and live comfortably," Jin Hailu said.
Qin Hanchu nodded, "You can do whatever you want. If you need money, just tell me. We have plenty of it."
"I know you're a tycoon," Jin Hailu smiled.
As they spoke, the two got into the car.
"Since Jinshi Group is no longer related to you, let's take back the grand gift," Qin Hanchu suddenly remembered that Long Yong'an had promised to cooperate with Jinshi Group.
Now that Jinshi Group had no relation to Jin Hailu, it naturally shouldn't benefit Old Madam Jin.
"What grand gift?" Jin Hailu asked.
Qin Hanchu explained the matter of Longteng Group.
"Hmm, you should do this project yourself," Han's Group's assets were all in Qin Hanchu's hands. These profits could completely go into Qin Hanchu's own pockets.
Qin Hanchu smirked, "How about we have some fun at Old Madam Jin's expense?"