Comprehension Ability: I Forge a Villainous Longevity Family
Chapter 64: Noble Family’s Distinguished Young Master

Chapter 64: Chapter 64: Noble Family’s Distinguished Young Master

Meanwhile.

At the gates of Wuxuan City.

Patriarch Ruan Zhenlong of the Ruan Family was waiting outside the city gates with his wife, children, elders, and numerous servants and maidservants early in the day.

The sun was blazing, drying and cracking the ground.

Yet Ruan Zhenlong stood there solemnly, with not a hint of impatience. When he noticed a servant showing signs of weariness, he barked sternly:

"Everyone pull yourselves together! The Third Young Master of the Ziwei Chen Family will arrive shortly. If anyone dares to show the slightest slackness, don’t blame me for twisting off your head to use as a chamber pot!"

At these words, all the servants and maidservants immediately straightened their backs and didn’t dare to breathe heavily.

Seeing this, Ruan Zhenlong nodded in slight satisfaction.

His gaze occasionally turned from the city gate inward, seeming to wait for someone, revealing subtle hints of agitation and anxiety.

Before long.

A young man, around twenty years old, with features somewhat resembling Ruan Zhenlong and quite handsome, came running over.

"Tiāner, did you not find her?"

Ruan Zhenlong quickly approached and asked.

The Ruan Family’s legitimate eldest son, Ruan Nantian, shook his head and said, "According to the family, little sister went out early in the morning with that Lin Feng and hasn’t returned yet."

"Lin Feng!"

Ruan Zhenlong’s face flushed with anger, "This boy, just a mere servant from nowhere, really thinks he can act recklessly within the family thanks to his decent talent?"

Ruan Nantian’s eyes also filled with a shadow, and he said, "I’ve said before that Lin Feng will sooner or later be trouble; his motives were impure when he joined the Ruan Family."

After a pause, Ruan Nantian exhaled a heavy breath, "Father, now is not the time to discuss this. No matter how immature little sister is, she knows the importance of the Ziwei Chen Family to us. She wouldn’t act rashly now and will surely come home soon. I suggest we handle this matter first."

Hearing this, Ruan Zhenlong nodded, his expression easing slightly.

He was about to speak further.

Suddenly.

A deep rumbling boom echoed from above the nine heavens.

"They’re here!"

Ruan Zhenlong’s spirit lifted, and he quickly looked up.

Amidst a sea of clouds, a Giant Wheel Flying Ship, spanning a hundred yards, was slowly approaching.

The entire Giant Wheel Flying Ship was crafted from pitch-black dragon blood stone, covered in intricate array patterns.

At the bow stood a beautifully crafted, lifelike and fierce dragon head!

A massive banner fluttered in the wind, making a flapping sound.

On the black flag, there was a large golden embroidered character—Chen!

Everyone looked up at this Giant Wheel Flying Ship, feeling an overwhelming silent pressure bearing down on them, even causing their heartbeat to slow momentarily.

"Is this the Longevity Family? It’s said that just this one Giant Wheel Flying Ship costs a million spirit stones!"

A servant sighed in admiration.

"What’s this? It’s said the Chen Family has fallen. In its prime, the Chen Family had nine Peak True Dragons pulling their carriage, three Phoenixes trailing, and seventy-two Golden-armored Celestial Warriors serving on either side! That was truly a noble family with authority shaking the heavens!"

"Indeed, back then, the Chen Family was full of prodigies, with layers of great powers! Truly immortal and everlasting!"

"Hush, say no more. Even if the Ziwei Chen Family has declined, it once had someone who reached the Longevity Realm, an extremely illustrious presence! For us Ruan Family, it’s still an unreachable colossal entity!"

In low whispers.

The Giant Wheel Flying Ship slowly descended, stopping in front of everyone.

Following that,

two figures emerged from the ship.

The figure at the forefront appeared young, yet was tall and elegant, with a handsome and noble demeanor, wearing a spotless white robe, untainted, with sharp brows and bright eyes, incredibly attractive.

He was every bit the noble young master one would think came straight out of a painting.

The other was a well-dressed elder, whose depth was hard to determine, walking half a step behind the noble young master.

"Wow, what a handsome young master!"

"Is this the Third Young Master of the Chen Family? I heard he was extremely young; I thought he’d be an immature child. How is he so outstanding?"

"I can’t handle it, it seems like the Third Young Master looked at me, my heart is pounding."

Amid these whispered exclamations.

Ruan Zhenlong plastered a smile on his face and hurriedly led his eldest son, Ruan Nantian, and others to greet them quickly.

"I am Ruan Zhenlong of the Ruan Family, greetings to the Third Young Master!"

Even from a distance, Ruan Zhenlong quickly bowed in respect.

With his words.

In an instant, at the gates of Wuxuan City, dozens from the Ruan Family uniformly bowed in respect.

"We all greet the Third Young Master!"

Their voices overlapped, creating a resounding echo.

Chen Zhixing, observing, did not rush to speak but waited a moment as everyone maintained their bows, their hearts slightly anxious and sweating from their foreheads, before calmly stating, "You may all rise."

Elder Nether observed this play out, nodding silently.

This trip by the Third Young Master to the Ruan Family not only represented himself but also the Ziwei Chen Family.

If he showed friendly intimacy without reservation right away, that would be inappropriate.

Instead, like the Third Young Master, who maintains the right balance between attitude and distance, it’s very adept handling.

"Third Young Master, I am Ruan Zhenlong. This is my humble wife, and this is our son, Ruan Nantian. Why don’t you both quickly greet the Third Young Master?"

Ruan Zhenlong exhaled a long breath, quickly smiling to make introductions.

"I pay my respects to the Third Young Master, and ask for much guidance in the future." Madame Ruan’s figure was voluptuous and gracefully curvy, full of allure, she smiled warmly and performed a bow toward Chen Zhixing.

"Third Young Master, this junior is Ruan Nantian." Ruan Nantian maintained a respectful posture and a very friendly face, though he was clearly older than Chen Zhixing by a cycle, he referred to himself as the junior.

"Patriarch Ruan and Madam Ruan, there is no need for such formality. Our Ruan family and my Chen Family have long been on friendly terms for generations. In terms of relationship, I should address you both as Uncle and Aunt."

Chen Zhixing smiled, then looked at Ruan Nantian and said, "Brother Ruan, there’s no need for such a title, considering our ages, we are peers and should address each other as such."

Upon hearing this.

The three of them exchanged glances, emotion welling up in their eyes.

They had initially prepared themselves for Chen Zhixing to be aloof and indifferent.

The three had been somewhat anxious, because of the disparity in status between the Ruan Family and the Ziwei Chen Family, but also because they hadn’t contacted each other for years. Who knew how the Chen Family would regard them?

"To think the Third Young Master values us so, we are willing to pledge our utmost loyalty to the Chen Family!" Ruan Zhenlong was the first to bow deeply.

Elder Nether nodded slightly at this sight.

A superior should maintain a certain distance when interacting with subordinates, without being too cold and distant, to balance authority and benevolence.

Since the Third Young Master disembarked to meet people, he first had them bow in respect to create unease.

Then he acted warmly, bridging gaps with a few words.

This method was flawless.

If done in any other sequence, it wouldn’t be nearly as effective.

In human interactions, it’s essential to first show a stern face, then a kind one, so even a mild compliment can bring great joy.

If you start with kindness, it becomes cheap, and a subsequent harsh manner can lead the other party to feel it unfair and become resentful, thinking you’ve changed.

Human interactions are like a measuring stick.

And human nature tends to want more if given an inch.

Thus, room must be left for advancement.

"It’s truly remarkable. Despite his age, the Third Young Master handles human relations with such finesse." Elder Nether thought with admiration, feeling ever more satisfied with Chen Zhixing.

"Third Young Master, you and this elder are weary from your travels. My father has prepared a banquet at the mansion; shall we head there to rest?" Ruan Nantian said enthusiastically.

Chen Zhixing nodded, his gaze swept across the crowd, then he suddenly asked:

"Patriarch Ruan, I have heard there is a remarkable prodigy in your family named Ruan Nanzhu. Where might this person be?"

At these words.

Ruan Zhenlong, Ruan Nantian, and the others all froze.