novelzi Chapter 70 Acting like an old fox again
Chapter 70 Acting like an old fox again
"Senior brother Luo, you must be joking right?" The bald man could not believe the words that came out of his superior's mouth. After all, the sect master was in seclusion, and everybody knew it. If he came out just for this person, then they'd all be in trouble. He thought bitterly, scanning the face of the newcomer, hoping to see some sign of humor. He hoped the man was simply messing with him.
The man, however, simply ignored him. With a single flick of his finger, the chains fell, and Wen Ran hit the hard floor. Despite the fall, he still managed to stand on his feet. This, the newcomer noted, was a test to see why this person had attracted the attention of the sect master. Amazing, he thought, his resilience and mind are on another level. Someone like him could be invaluable for the upcoming sect gathering...
The newcomer couldn't help but feel frustration toward the bald man for making this talent suffer. What a fool, he cursed inwardly.
"Junior brother Wen, I'm sorry for this misunderstanding," the man said, his tone now more sincere. "I hope we can somehow repay you for the humiliation you've had to endure. I am Luo Feng, the core disciple and the trustworthy aid of the sect master."
Luo Feng bowed to Wen Ran with his hands cupped together, showing deep respect. This unexpected gesture caught Wen Ran off guard. After everything he'd gone through, he hadn't expected such treatment. But Wen Ran wasn't naive enough to believe it came without a price. In this world, nothing is free, he thought. This man is just another one of those who wears a fake mask pretending to be a saint in order to gain favor.
"Junior Wen Ran greets the senior, thank you for your help." Wen Ran returned the bow, but in his heart, he was already preparing himself. He feared that the sect master might have discovered his secret, and no matter which of his possessions they found, they would likely be worth so much that it could lead to a war.@@@@
"Not at all, after all, junior brother was treated unfairly." Luo Feng smiled approvingly at Wen Ran. He was taken aback by Wen Ran's mature behavior, impressed by his calmness despite the situation.
"Y-yes, that is right. Brother Wen is very kind, and I have no objections if he wants to pick an artifact. After all, I will lead him myself to do so. How about that?" Junior brother Mo scrambled to salvage what little dignity he had left.
"Well, if brother Mo himself does not mind, then..." Wen Ran bowed deeply to him. "I will gladly accept brother's kindness and even let you help me choose one."
If anyone were to look at Wen Ran from the side right now, they would swear they saw a long fox tail attached to him. He was still a mess, but already, he was conning and manipulating those around him.
"Well then, how about that? I'm glad the two of you made up," Luo Feng said with a pleased smile. "After Junior Brother Mo finishes his punishment, he will gladly accompany you."
The words hit Junior Brother Mo like a hammer. Any hope he had of being exempt from punishment evaporated in that moment, leaving him with nothing but dread. His eyes showed a flicker of despair.
"Thank you so much, Brother Mo. I will never forget your kindness," Wen Ran said with a smile, though the way his lips curled told a different story. When the bald man saw that smile, the realization hit him immediately—Wen Ran was speaking of a different kind of kindness.
I'm doomed... the man thought, his internal despair growing. He knew that his days of being a high and mighty cultivator were numbered unless he found a way to get on Wen Ran's good side.