The Black Book: Seven Deadly Sins
Chapter 299: Maybe I Am Gifted

Chapter 299: Chapter 299: Maybe I Am Gifted

Grabbing the young man’s wrist, Yin Tianze’s five fingers gradually applied strength, intending to teach him a lesson through pain, but he found the flesh and blood in his grip to be unbelievably hard.

In disbelief, he slowly raised his eyes, seeing Zhu Haomiao looking at him with a puzzled expression, completely unaware, leaving Yin Tianze momentarily stunned.

"Uncle, what are you doing?"

"Doesn’t it hurt you?"

"Not at all!"

Instinctively activating the [Constant Star Melting Furnace Body Tempering Technique], plus having a [Body] attribute of up to 50 points, Yin Tianze’s restrained strength couldn’t harm him, he only felt his wrist being tightly gripped.

On the other hand, Yin Tianze started doubting life, staring at the young man’s face, he applied a bit more pressure cautiously to see if he was really enduring it.

However, even when he used his full strength, the youth before him showed no change in his expression, and the feedback from his hand felt like gripping a solid steel rod, without any reaction!

No, something’s wrong!

Even if it were a solid steel rod, it should have five finger marks pinched out and be deformed by now!

The shock in Yin Tianze’s heart was like raging waves; trembling, he released Zhu Haomiao’s wrist and struck a palm towards his face.

Woosh woosh woosh~

This time, Yin Tianze did not hold back, the roaring palm wind whistled like the whistle of a train, stirring Zhu Haomiao’s black hair into a chaotic dance even before it hit his body.

Bam!

In the nick of time, Zhu Haomiao raised his palm to counter, with both palms meeting without grace, a dull heavy explosion resounded throughout the hall, the residual force flowed back along the arms, shaking Zhu Haomiao’s internal organs.

Hu~

Propelled by Yin Tianze’s palm force, Zhu Haomiao flew back, landing and retreating over a dozen steps to dissipate the force, before coolly shaking his numb arm and cupping his fist.

"Uncle, good palm force."

On the other side, Yin Tianze let out a long breath, suppressing the tremor in his heart, turning into a shadow as he attacked the young man again.

Bang bang bang~

In a flash of lightning and stone fire, two shadows flickered and shifted in the hall, exchanging hundreds of moves in just a few breaths.

Bam!

The final palm strike sent Zhu Haomiao flying; Yin Tianze returned to the main seat, observing the youth with an extremely complex gaze.

Apart from his astonishing and unfathomable physique, his strength, speed, and True Qi were inferior by far compared to himself...

Luckily... luckily...

No, something’s not right!

What luck?!

He himself was a peak fifth-rank master, just a step away from fourth-rank!

And this young brat was only 15 years old this year!

years old!!

At 15, he could already exchange blows evenly with him, is he even human?!

Despite the furious roar in his heart, Yin Tianze maintained a facade of calm, striving to uphold his dignity as both a superior and an elder.

Meanwhile, Zhu Haomiao smiled as he returned to his side, softly asking.

"Uncle, do you believe me now?"

"Hmph, I’ll let you pass."

Outwardly calm, Yin Tianze was already plotting how to pressure his daughter into reconnecting with Li Lin secretly.

This once-in-a-century golden son-in-law, yet he himself had cancelled the engagement?!

If he didn’t reclaim him, Yin Tianze might as well rise from his grave and give himself a couple of slaps.

After his intense inner turmoil subsided, Yin Tianze’s agitated emotions gradually calmed, looking at the youth with complexity.

"My dear nephew, weren’t you kind of lazy... uh, not fond of wielding swords and practicing martial arts before?"

"Why the sudden change... into someone so outstanding?"

Listening to Yin Tianze’s high EQ remarks, Zhu Haomiao hesitated for a moment. His acting flared up, looking up at the sky at a forty-five-degree angle, a glimmer appearing in his eyes.

"Since my father’s departure, I’ve been treated with disdain, suddenly awakening, I practiced tirelessly, day and night."

"I don’t want to prove I’m extraordinary, I just want the world to know that the glory of [Pingyang Earl] will not be shamed in my hands!"

Upon hearing the youth’s heartfelt murmurs, Yin Tianze almost believed him, patting his shoulder comfortingly.

"Your father will surely be proud and gratified in the afterlife."

Suddenly, Yin Tianze shifted the topic subtly.

"By the way, nephew, how did you cultivate such an uncommonly strong physique?"

Glancing at his own [Body] attribute with a Growth Coefficient of +1, Zhu Haomiao sincerely shook his head.

"I don’t know either; maybe it’s because I’m gifted."

"...."

Yin Tianze inquired a bit more, finally mumbling in deep thought.

"With your ability and the merits of slaying bandits and rescuing, I can promote your rank..."

Not very interested in the mundane official position, Zhu Haomiao nonchalantly waved it off.

"I’ll leave it to uncle to arrange."

"Hmm, additionally..."

Yin Tianze gestured towards the door, lowering his voice.

"Shao Jie hasn’t been well lately, might retire at any time. If you have aspirations for the County Magistrate position, you’ll need to achieve something noteworthy, so I can arrange it for you..."

Listening to Yin Tianze’s words without concealing any intent, Zhu Haomiao squinted his eyes, brows furrowed hesitantly.

He wasn’t really interested in official positions.

But a County Magistrate could oversee nine Alleys, which meant nine Prisons, nine times the number of prisoners!

No interest in promotion, but a huge interest in stacking [Immortal’s Grasp]!

"I understand, uncle, I will strive for it."

"Good, I always knew you were a rare talent! Uncle will do everything to elevate you to great heights!"

After heavily patting the young man’s back, Yin Tianze clasped his shoulder warmly.

This extraordinary being, even if he couldn’t become the son-in-law, was still a once-in-a-century potential stock!

Helping him when he’s at his lowest, rather than currying favor only when he’s successful, is true assistance.

Clasping the youth’s hand firmly, Yin Tianze gave his instructions, ensuring Li Lin had the freedom to act, promising to cover any issues that arose.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Haomiao was instantly energized; he had initially been contemplating a plan for a crackdown operation, but now he decided to move it forward.

Previously he was worrying about an excuse, but after hearing Yin Tianze’s words, Zhu Haomiao decided...

No more pretending, cards on the table, I am a man of the nation!

After sending away the large group from the General Office, Zhu Haomiao immediately called for Yan Yunsheng.

"How are the brothers’ injuries?"

"The injuries weren’t severe initially, plus with you providing [Qilin Soup] daily for nourishment, after these few days of recuperation, they’re mostly healed."

Upon realizing something, Yan Yunsheng quickly followed up.

"Sir, are you planning to act?"

"Yes."

Zhu Haomiao nodded, showing an expression of righteous indignation.

"As the head official of [Lechang Square], it’s my duty to maintain peace, to suppress violence and uphold justice."

"But the gangs now infesting our Alley, coercing the innocent, oppressing the common folk, I can’t bear the sufferings of the people and must uproot these tumors!"

"...."

Sir, there’s no one else here, you might as well be more straightforward...

Yan Yunsheng thought to himself, but seeing the youth standing tall, speaking in righteous terms and waving his fists, he suddenly felt like he wasn’t talking to him, but communicating with some unseen existence in the void.