The Extreme Alchemist of the Mighty Cauldron-Chapter 870 - Lord Jius Protection

Chapter 870: Chapter 870: Lord Jiu’s Protection

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Chapter 870 -870: Lord Jiu’s Protection

The elderly scholar in green, always wearing a gentle smile, was none other than Mr. Long Jiu, the ninth in rank among Alchemy Tao’s Long Family and also a very famous powerhouse of the family. There had been a time when an emerging Alchemy Tao force, thinking the Long Family was declining, provoked them.

It was then that Mr. Long Jiu took strong measures, slaying over a dozen senior members of that nascent clan and shocking the Alchemy Tao World, thereby inflicting a heavy blow on that emergent family.

It was because of that display of force that the Alchemy Tao World realized the Long Family was far from weakened and remained the strongest and most profound family in the realm.

The elders of the Long Family seldom made appearances, much less took action, but it was Mr. Long Jiu who seemed to have become the spokesman for the Long Family in the outside world, often active among many circles.

Without doubt, Mr. Long Jiu was a true high-ranking figure with substantial authority within the Long Family, and he held a very significant position in the Alchemy Tao World.

At this moment, the fact that Mr. Long Jiu was speaking up for a mere Fang Lin truly surprised everyone present, completely unexpected.

Ling Haoyang was also stunned for a moment, his eyes immediately revealing surprise and astonishment.

“Lord Jiu, Fang Lin has repeatedly insulted the Ling Family, and if we don’t teach him a lesson, I’m afraid others will look down on our Ling Family. I hope Lord Jiu will understand, it’s not that I want to trouble a junior,” Ling Haoyang said, his words not too aggressive, as if to probe Mr. Long Jiu’s stance.

At this point, Ling Haoyang was unsure of Mr. Long Jiu’s intentions, whether they were just casual remarks or if he truly intended to protect Fang Lin.

If they were mere casual remarks, then Ling Haoyang would not have that much concern, but if Mr. Long Jiu intended to protect Fang Lin, then Ling Haoyang would indeed have a headache.

And it wasn’t just Ling Haoyang who would be troubled, but the entire Ling Family as well.

Fang Lin also felt very surprised. He had not expected that the elder in green standing atop the Long Family’s Flying Boat, who looked like a major figure, would actually speak up for him.

Although unclear about Mr. Long Jiu’s intentions, having someone speak up for him was undoubtedly a good thing.

Mr. Long Jiu, still wearing a smile, looked at Fang Lin and nodded slightly, “This young man is friends with Zhiming, and hence, a friend of the Long Family. Nephew, you better not trouble him any further. Otherwise, you’ll be putting this old man in a difficult position.”

As these words were spoken, many people in the crowd began to understand, turning their attention toward Long Zhiming, who seemed unaffected by the situation.

But everyone knew that Mr. Long Jiu’s act of speaking for Fang Lin was likely influenced by Long Zhiming.

Ling Haoyang’s eyes darkened. The message in Mr. Long Jiu’s words was clear enough: what does “putting this old man in a difficult position” mean? It means if you, Ling Haoyang, continue to target Fang Lin, then you are putting me, Mr. Long Jiu, in a difficult position. If you cause trouble for me, I will surely return the favor.

Ling Haoyang was well aware of the kind of person Mr. Long Jiu was. He might appear gentle, cultured, and peaceable, but in truth, Mr. Long Jiu was known as the Laughing Tiger. Provoking him could lead to dreadful consequences.

Even though Ling Haoyang was a strong figure himself, he dared not act recklessly against an imposing elder like Mr. Long Jiu.

“Since Lord Jiu has spoken, I shall say no more,” Ling Haoyang said, his expression somewhat unsightly, as he gave Fang Lin a chilling look before sweeping his robes and, taking Ling Zhongri and others, boarded the Flying Boat.

“Lord Jiu, I take my leave,” Ling Haoyang said from atop the Flying Boat, giving Mr. Long Jiu a respectful bow, then promptly controlled the Flying Boat to leave the area.

Seeing Ling Haoyang depart so decisively, Fang Lin, Dugu Nian, and the others heaved a sigh of relief.

The expressions of those present varied. They had assumed Fang Lin would face difficulty, but instead, Mr. Long Jiu stepped in on his behalf, driving away Ling Haoyang and resolving the crisis.

In this way, many viewed Fang Lin differently than before. Although he was not a member of the Long Family, Mr. Long Jiu himself had spoken on his behalf, and therefore, no matter what, the young man was not someone to be trifled with easily.

“It seems you’ve offended quite a few Alchemy Tao families,” Long Zhiming said from not far away, speaking indifferently.

Fang Lin smiled, “I didn’t want to, it all happened without reason, being a person is truly difficult.”

Long Zhiming gave Fang Lin a deep look and said, “If you become one of my Long Family, no one would dare to trouble you anymore.”

Fang Lin rolled his eyes, this Long Zhiming really knew how to seize an opportunity, always persuading him to join the Long Family.

“Thanks for helping me out this time, but as for joining the Long Family, let’s forget about it,” Fang Lin shook his head in refusal.

Long Zhiming did not show any surprise, and nodded, “Mr. Long Jiu wants to meet you, come with me to see him.”

Saying this, Long Zhiming led the many descendants of the Long Family toward the Flying Boat.

Fang Lin did not hesitate and followed the people of the Long Family onto the Flying Boat of the Long Family.

“Junior Fang Lin, pays respects to Mr. Long Jiu,” Fang Lin stood before Mr. Long Jiu, bowed deeply, and was very respectful, showing quite a bit of deference.

Mr. Long Jiu nodded slightly, but his eyes fell on the treasure-blue ring Fang Lin wore on his hand, his gaze tightening slightly.

This ring was naturally recognized by Mr. Long Jiu, it should belong to Long Zhiming, but now it was on Fang Lin’s hand, sufficiently hinting at many things.

“Young fellow, you’re quite something, barely a Spirit Vein, yet you have the guts to battle with a Spirit Bone, I haven’t seen many like you in my lifetime,” Mr. Long Jiu said, and it was hard to tell if he was mocking Fang Lin or admiring him.

“Mr. Long Jiu is too kind, everything I did was for self-preservation,” Fang Lin said, keeping his expression neither servile nor overbearing.

Mr. Long Jiu hummed in response and then added, “Since Zhiming has given you this ring, I will also respect his decision, and hope that one day, you will not become an enemy of my Long Family.”

As he said these words, Mr. Long Jiu exuded an intangible authority, causing Fang Lin to immediately break out in a cold sweat.

“I am friends with Brother Long,” Fang Lin said so.

Hearing Fang Lin’s response, Mr. Long Jiu showed a smile, “Good, we are about to leave shortly, if you’re willing to visit my Long Family, you can stay here.”

Fang Lin hastily said, “I must return to North Town Hall, I will surely come to visit Mr. Long Jiu another day.”

“Alright, you may go,” Mr. Long Jiu said.

Fang Lin gave a fist salute to Long Zhiming and then left the Long Family’s Flying Boat, returning to the Flying Boat of North Town Hall.

The numerous Flying Boats rose into the air one by one, returning to where they came from.

Aboard the Flying Boat, Fang Lin learned some troubling news from Elder Miao.

“Master Ye has left North Town Hall due to some matters concerning Elder Tiankui, and the higher-ups will send someone else to temporarily take up the position of Hall Master,” these were the exact words of Elder Miao, who wore a look of deep concern on his face as he spoke.