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Chapter 341 - 365, Looking Down on People

Chapter 341: Chapter 365, Looking Down on People

The elderly man opened his eyes, his gaze still somewhat scattered. He weakly glanced around, then, supporting himself with his hands on the ground, tried to sit up. Seeing this, Fang Yi hurriedly helped him to his feet.

"It seems I passed out again," the elderly man sighed, guessing immediately, clearly very familiar with his own condition.

The beautiful woman quickly knelt down, exclaiming with joy, "Father-in-law, are you alright now?"

The elderly man waved his hand and then touched his chest, suddenly showing a peculiar expression.

"Eh?"

"Father-in-law, what’s wrong?" the beautiful woman quickly asked.

"There seems to be True Qi flowing inside me," said the elderly man, his face showing a hint of shock. The next moment, his gaze shifted to Fang Yi.

By the side, the beautiful woman hurriedly said, "Father-in-law, we owe a lot to this young man for his help this time, otherwise, I... I..."

The elderly man raised his hand and waved it reassuringly, "Xueying, it’s alright, I’m alright now, aren’t I? Indeed, we should really thank this young man."

As he spoke, the elderly man suddenly cupped his fists in gratitude toward Fang Yi, "This old man hereby thanks you, young friend, for saving my life."

By now, the crowd had gradually dispersed. The man who had pretended to be a doctor, caught in the crowd, had already made a disgraceful and resentful retreat, casting resentful glances at Fang Yi.

Watching the elderly man give such a formal gesture, Fang Yi was somewhat caught between laughter and tears and said with a laugh, "Seeing injustice on the road and drawing the sword to help is only natural; there’s no need for such courtesy, old sir."

The elderly man slightly smiled, "Thanks are definitely in order. I, Jian Rong, am not one to take things lightly. Young friend, you saved my life, and I must show my gratitude. May I know where you reside so I can visit you?"

Fang Yi wiped a bead of sweat and laughed, "Old sir, there’s no need for such formality, visiting can be omitted. I’m not from Tianjing; I just arrived here from Moon City today for some business."

Having been helped up by the beautiful woman, Jian Rong said, "So, young friend, you’re from Moon City then? That place is truly a land of outstanding people and beautiful scenery, a renowned city in Shu region. The cuisine there is unparalleled, I hear."

Fang Yi smiled, "Old sir, do you like gourmet food?"

Jian Rong laughed, "Indeed, I have been interested in gourmet food since I was young. Now that I am old and idle, I often savor various delicacies. I have long wanted to visit Moon City."

Fang Yi said, "Well, if old sir ever has the time to visit Moon City in the future, I’ll definitely extend the hospitality of a host and treat you well."

After chatting with Jian Rong for a while, Fang Yi glanced at the long line of cars; it seemed the traffic jam would last for quite some time. The beautiful woman, sensing what Fang Yi was thinking, smiled and said, "Where are you headed? How about we give you a ride?"

Fang Yi smiled, "Qintian Garden."

However, at these three words, Jian Rong and the beautiful woman’s expressions changed slightly. After a moment, Jian Rong sighed and said, "Are you a member of the Dragon Team?"

Fang Yi’s heart stirred. He had realized early on that this elderly man was no ordinary person, and it seemed his guess was correct. Since the other party knew about the Dragon Team, there was no point in hiding, so Fang Yi smiled in confirmation.

Jian Rong’s eyes showed a bit of admiration as he stretched out his aged hand to pat Fang Yi’s shoulder, "Young man, do well and do not dishonor the name of the Dragon Team."

Fang Yi didn’t truly consider the Dragon Team his home; for him, the Dragon Team was merely a backing. Seeing Jian Rong’s attitude, he seemed to hold great pride in the Dragon Team, indicating that the elderly man might have some connections with the team.

Next, Fang Yi went to greet the taxi driver and paid him the fare, then got into Jian Rong’s car.

The beautiful woman sat in the front passenger seat, while Fang Yi and Jian Rong sat in the back. The woman gently smiled and said, "It’s been so long, and we still don’t know your name."

"Oh, I’m Fang Yi. May I ask what your name is, miss?" Fang Yi asked with a smile.

Jian Rong laughed heartily beside him, saying, "Fang Yi, Xueying is my daughter-in-law; you are young, so you should call her aunt."

Fang Yi shook his head and said, "Aunt sounds too old; I’ll call her sister."

The beautiful woman couldn’t help but smile and said, "I am Zhao Xueying. Since you want to call me that, then go ahead."

Fang Yi did not hold back and immediately smiled, "Alright, Sister Ying."

Fang Yi’s carefree manner made both Jian Rong and Zhao Xueying smile.

After all, fortune favors the diligent. After being blocked for two hours on the bridge, the road finally cleared. The driver drove slowly forward and then, following Zhao Xueying’s instruction, headed directly towards Qintian Garden.

About ten minutes later, Qintian Garden finally came into sight. The car stopped at the front gate, where Fang Yi said goodbye to the elderly man and Zhao Xueying before getting out of the car.

Inside the car, Jian Rong watched the young man’s departing figure and sighed, "Misfortune leans on fortune; meeting such a young man today has truly comforted my heart."

Sitting in the passenger seat, Zhao Xueying bit her lip and suddenly remembered something, saying, "Oh no!"

"What happened?"

"I forgot to ask him for his phone number."

Jian Rong was startled, then laughed, saying, "That’s not a problem. Just pick up Jingjing later, come back here, and wait. This young man is decent. Invite him for dinner tonight to thank him properly, and yes... offering a substantial gift wouldn’t be amiss."

Zhao Xueying nodded slightly: "Yes, father-in-law."

...

Fang Yi entered Qintian Garden; the place was no different from any other, although it was a territory of the Dragon Team, akin to a sub-branch, complete with reception and offices.

Fang Yi approached the reception and took out the Jiaolong Token immediately. The receptionist asked Fang Yi to wait a moment and then used the landline to make a call. Shortly after, a man walked over.

This man, upon seeing Fang Yi, his gaze slightly darkened, then quickly put on a gentle smile and approached.

"You must be Fang Yi," the man said with a smile.

Fang Yi sized up the man, who was only in his twenties, smiling, but Fang Yi felt uncomfortable as there was a hint of gloom in his eyes when he smiled.

Being new here, Fang Yi remained calm and also smiled, "Yes, I am Fang Yi, may I know who you are..."

The man smiled, "I am Zhou Yu, I recently became a Blood Dragon Guard."

Fang Yi just responded with an "Oh," and didn’t say much.

Zhou Yu then said, "There have already been instructions from above, and I’ve also heard of your accomplishments, capturing two ’Angels’ from the God of Killers Organization—that’s a significant feat. I’ll take you to report first, but as for when the rewards are issued, that’s out of my control."

Fang Yi, calm and collected, replied, "Thank you for the trouble."

Fang Yi followed Zhou Yu into the building and soon arrived at an office which served as an operational center for the Dragon Team. Fang Yi handed the Jiaolong Token to the clerk.

The clerk asked Fang Yi a few details and, upon learning Fang Yi came from Moon City, his tone turned slightly cold, "Alright, go out and wait. We’ll call you in later."

Fang Yi frowned slightly, but he didn’t say anything, yet he understood that the Dragon Team wasn’t as unified as it seemed; just a clerk, and yet there was such a sense of superiority.

Fang Yi suddenly realized that coming to the Dragon Team headquarters to receive his reward might not be as simple as just going through the motions.