Watching the crowd walk away, Lin Zhan couldn't help but sigh, "The hearts of the people are scattered, and the team is difficult to lead. Let's go, my wife, let's have a candlelight dinner first."
Lin Zhan and Zhang Lingxiu walked side by side in the garden of Gao Wu, a long-lost relaxed expression appearing on their faces. The elegant environment, fresh air, and young lovers in hot pursuit painted a picture that was highly coveted.
"Lin Zhan, I see you're not worried at all. Or do you have a plan?" Zhang Lingxiu asked softly, holding Lin Zhan's hand.
"Sister Lingxiu, look at our group of dads, which one is not capable? Without absolute confidence, would any of them send their son to his death?" Lin Zhan said, handing the Dragon Scale to Zhang Lingxiu.
"Today my father told me that the Dragon Scale seals a strand of my grandfather's saber intent from when he achieved Quasi-King. Let alone Platinum, it can even kill Diamond-level opponents. Similarly, which of these kids' families wouldn't prepare something to save their lives."
"Then why didn't my dad prepare one for me? Or does he trust you that much?"
"Lingxiu, don't worry, I won't let you get hurt. And I have my own secret techniques. Xiao Jin and I, along with Xiao Hei, already have the combat power to kill a mid-stage Platinum. So you can rest assured."
"If you're that strong, what are you still worried about?" Zhang Lingxiu and Lin Zhan sat on a garden bench, leaning against each other.
"After my father was injured, I was afraid that the family and friends around me would get hurt. I always wanted to protect everyone, but after listening to Old Jiang today, I realized I was wrong."
"How can you see a rainbow without experiencing wind and rain? How can you grow without going through cruel battles?"
"I've let go now. It seems Jiang Zheng had to persuade you. Lin Zhan, you will surely become a Human King in the future. Old Xiao, Da Zhuang, Old Jiang, and everyone else in the team, including Ying Xuan and Zhang Haoran, will be your greatest support."
"I understand, Sister Lingxiu. With a wife like you, what more can a husband ask for?" Lin Zhan looked at the beautiful woman before him, unable to resist wanting to kiss her.
"Which class are those two students from? Don't they know the academy prohibits early romance?" a voice interrupted Lin Zhan.
Two people in Gao Wu's Disciplinary Department uniforms walked towards them.
"Uh, we're not from Gao Wu, and this is my fiancée. Both families have agreed."
"Who are you trying to fool, kid? So young and already spouting nonsense. And you, young lady, why don't you have any self-respect?" The disciplinary members became more and more offensive.
"Are you two stupid or brain-dead that you can't understand human language? You've been given an inch and think you can take a mile," Lin Zhan's face turned cold upon hearing them insult Zhang Lingxiu.
"You dare to curse again? It seems we need to teach you a lesson."
Lin Zhan had already seen their levels; both were at the early Gold stage.
Lin Zhan waved his hand and summoned Xiao Jin and Xiao Hei.
"What's up, boss? Huh, you called us out when you're having a private moment with sister-in-law."
"These two idiots dared to curse your sister-in-law. Go beat them up, just don't kill them," Lin Zhan pointed at the two disciplinary members.
"Damn it, where did these two simpletons come from? Are they tired of living?" Xiao Jin and Xiao Hei, dragging their massive bodies, charged at them. Dealing with two early Gold-stage cultivators didn't even require wearing rune armor.
"I'm telling you, we are from the Disciplinary Department..." Before they could finish, Xiao Jin knocked them down with a swipe of its tail.
"Damn, you're comparing backgrounds with us? Can you afford it? My dad is a Lord-level Flood Dragon, my boss's dad is also a Lord, my sister-in-law's dad is also a Lord, and my boss's maternal grandfather is also a Lord. We have no shortage of Lords in our family," Xiao Jin said while batting them with its tail.
"Exactly, exactly. You dare to compare backgrounds with us? You really think you're something now. If it wasn't for the boss's orders, I, Hei Ye, would have directly smashed you to death," Xiao Hei said, not to be outdone, swinging its turtle claws.
Seeing two pits carved into the ground, Lin Zhan finally called for them to stop. "Still talking trash? If you're not convinced, come find me tomorrow. I'm Lin Zhan, participating in the Hundred Schools Competition." With this display, Lin Zhan looked every bit like a spoiled rich kid.
"What a bunch of crap. If you ask me, we should have just killed these two blind fools and burned the place down," Xiao Hei threatened directly.
"Exactly, exactly. If you ask me, Hei Zi, we should go back and give that Disciplinary Department a Black Tortoise Cannon blast," Xiao Jin and Xiao Hei, despite their large size, were actually younger than Lin Zhan and had the temperament of children, always eager for trouble.
"You two, calm down. We don't have any deep hatred, so there's no need to go so far. Your boss has finally resolved a long-standing knot in his heart today, and he just wanted to indulge himself for once. This can't happen again," Zhang Lingxiu was more sensible and advised the two beasts and their master.
"Sister Lingxiu is right. You two shouldn't be so willful in the future either." Lin Zhan recalled Xiao Jin and Xiao Hei into the spirit beast space and returned to the hotel with Zhang Lingxiu.
After sending Zhang Lingxiu back to her room, Lin Zhan lay on his own bed, contemplating the secret realm expedition for the next day.
"System, come out and chat."
"Host, you've almost forgotten about your Uncle System."
"If you change your title, I might consider spending some money in your mall."
"Host, just give any instructions to your little system. I guarantee to serve you well and make you feel at home with your shopping experience."
Lin Zhan explained everything that had happened in the past few days and the secret realm expedition in detail to the system.
"Host, after system deduction, the probability of your concerns occurring is one hundred percent."
"Not only will the Angel race have mid-stage Platinum experts, but those baldies from the Indian special zone are the most troublesome."
"According to the data stored in the system, the cultivation of those who can become reincarnated spirit children was at least at the peak Diamond level in their previous lives, according to the current ranking. And those who successfully reincarnated with a hundred percent certainty must have been at the peak Lord level in their previous lives."
"As Lord-level experts, who doesn't have their own secret methods? Such people, even if they are reincarnated as peak Silver, have rich combat experience, secret methods, and secret treasures. They are much more troublesome than those bird people."
"That makes sense. Do you have any good solutions?"
"Based on the host's current strength, relying on you alone is impossible. You can only buy equipment."
"Reincarnated spirit children need about 20 years of fusion period to awaken their past life memories. Judging from these baldies from India, they haven't fully fused yet. Host, you can use spiritual shock to cause soul chaos in the opponent, and they won't be able to fight for several years without recuperation."
"This is a soul gem. The host can activate it with spiritual power. It costs 100,000 evolution points each. How many do you want?"
"A bit cheaper, I want three."
"Host, I'm running a small business. For your first mall purchase, I'll give you a discount. What do you say?"
"Three for 200,000, and I'll take them."
"Deal. Here you go." The system immediately agreed.
"Too rash. By the way, System, are there any weapons that can directly kill mid-stage Platinum? How many evolution points?"
"Yes, they are one-time use, like explosive talismans, flying swords, Fire God Thunder, and many others. Each is 50,000, and the more you buy, the more discounts you get."
Lin Zhan: "This damn profiteer."