Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Jiang Dongliu did not hide his love for his only granddaughter, Jiang Qianxue.
“Don’t worry. I am not so free that I would interfere in the youngsters’ love life,” Li Xuancheng said flatly. “My main target is Hong Dali. I think you should already know that.”
As expected, the old man’s target was Hong Dali. However, Jiang Dongliu was really quite curious about something.
Who was Li Xuancheng? He was someone who had returned after undergoing special training in the High Nobles Headquarters in Dimu Star Sector. According to him, his ability was at best considered lower-mid there, which was why he was not able to remain at the Dimu Star Sector Headquarters. Regardless, he was still considered one of the top fighters in the Milky Way.
Would someone like that be attacking Hong Dali so brazenly because of his grandson?
He was a little enthusiastic about gaining power, but to intervene in the grievances of the younger generation? Was he putting in so much effort just to bring Hong Dali back? It seemed a little too far-fetched.
“Old Li, I knew things were not so simple.” Jiang Dongliu picked up a cup of tea and took a sip. He said, “Tell me the truth, your interest in Hong Dali is more than just because of the fact that he is negatively affecting Li Tianxing’s future, right?”
“I won’t tell you the specific reason.” Li Xuancheng smiled and said, “This time, I have brought Haokong with me. My condition is simple. If no one on your side can win Haokong, I will take Hong Dali. As for the Elders, hehe, there’s only you and Oldest Elder left. I doubt just the two of you can do anything about it, right?”
“Li Haokong?! You brought him here too?!” Once he heard Li Xuancheng mention Li Haokong, Jiang Dongliu’s expression suddenly changed. “You really are putting in a lot of effort for the sake of Hong Dali! I knew you must have something up your sleeve. After such a big roundabout, it turns out your target was Hong Dali!”
Li Xuancheng was controlling the Elders and putting pressure on him. He also brought so many Honorary Aristocrats to forcibly participate in the Advancement assessment. After so much beating around the bush, other people would think that Li Xuancheng was just putting on a show of might. In fact, his goal was actually Hong Dali!
What did Hong Dali have that made Li Xuancheng pay so much attention to him, so much so that he was willing to expend such a large amount of manpower and material resources?!
“Hahaha, did you think that I would take the trouble to do so much because of some insignificant matter that happened to someone from the younger generation?” Li Xuancheng laughed. “I have already given you as much respect as I can, Jiang Dongliu. Otherwise, if my aim is just to control the Elders, I could have just gone straight for you. Why would I need to waste time with you here?”
Li Xuancheng’s words were always cryptic. Jiang Dongliu racked his brains but still could not figure out why Hong Dali would be important to Li Xuancheng. He thought about it for a while and suddenly said, “Something is not adding up. Old Li, with your status and strength, if you wanted Hong Dali, you need not beat about the bush and could have just taken him directly, isn’t it?”
“Just taken him directly?” Li Xuancheng suddenly laughed. “Jiang Dongliu, are you belittling me because I spent all my time in the past practicing at home without any regard to what was happening in the world outside? Do you really think I do not know the relationship between Hong Dali and White Beard Gate? If I acted directly and angered Gate, who can bear Gate’s anger?”
“That’s why you put on this show and took such a roundabout way just to force Hong Dali to comply?” Jiang Dongliu frowned. “Dali’s temper is not good. The troubled relationship between him and your Tianxing cannot be undone just like that. Even if you can take him away, do you think he will really listen to you?”
“Those are not things you should be concerned about.” Li Xuancheng stared intently at Jiang Dongliu. “Jiang Dongliu, I only have one condition. In the upcoming Advancement assessment, I will make a bet with you. If I win, I will take one person from your side. If you win, you can also take one person from my side. With the exception of Haokong, you can choose whoever you like. How about it, fair?”
After listening to his words, Jiang Dongliu almost jumped up in anger!
There was no way it was fair. What kind of background did the Li family have? What did he have? The people they brought in this time were at least one level higher than his! In addition, Li Haokong was one of only five Black and White-level Honorary Aristocrats in the whole Galaxy, who would he use to win against him?!
However, despite what he thought, he could not actually say it out loud.
Jiang Dongliu knew that Li Xuancheng had already given way as much as he could by talking to him so calmly. Otherwise, with Li Xuancheng’s strength, if they really fought, he was definitely not a match for him.
If it came down to that, it would be picking the hard way out when an easier way was offered. It would not only look bad for him, but it also would not make any difference to the situation.
“Okay, I agree!” Jiang Dongliu thought about it again and finally made up his mind. “I guess with your status and position, you will not be unreliable. However, I also have a condition. For this Advancement assessment, I want to give them more freedom!”
“Freedom? What do you mean?” Li Xuancheng was curious.
“Everyone should show us what they’ve got. We do not care about how they do it, we’ll just look at the results!” Jiang Dongliu said in the end.
“Okay! I agree!” Li Xuancheng nodded, so the matter was settled.
Jiang Dongliu sighed faintly and said to himself, “This Dali, aye. This is as much as I can help you. I know you’re good at creating miracles. You even won at the Galaxy Super Mecha Wars. I hope you can surprise everyone this time as well.”
Recalling the Galaxy Super Mecha Wars, Jiang Dongliu was really quite happy. Hong Dali actually won, it was not just casual talk. But he soon became sad.
Hong Dali’s opponent this time was the genius, Li Haokong, Black and White-level Double Honorary Aristocrat. The absolute genius. He was not on the same level as Li Tianxing.
It was no exaggeration to say that Li Haokong’s talent for martial arts was comparable to the top warrior in the Eastern Milky Way, Mo Tianji.
At this point, Li Xuancheng and Jiang Dongliu each had their own ideas. Suddenly, a guard knocked at the door and said respectfully, “Lord, there are people asking for advice outside.”
“Let him come in.” Li Xuancheng waved his hand gently. He decided to disregard the fact that this was Jiang Dongliu’s place. “Hehe, I decided on my own. Is it okay?”
“Up to you.” Jiang Dongliu shrugged his shoulders nonchalantly. “My old bones are not worth much.”
Soon, the Yellow-level Honorary Aristocrat who was slapped to death by Levis rushed in. He knelt down on one knee when he saw Li Xuancheng and said in a deep voice, “My Lord, Hong Dali attacked me just now. He even said that rules were meant to be broken.”
“Oh? He said that?” Hearing that, Li Xuancheng was a little shocked. “This Hong Dali is quite brazen. You said you were in contact with him just now. What do you think?”
“From my perspective,” the Yellow-level Honorary Aristocrat became very serious and was completely different from his shamelessness earlier on. “Hong Dali is just like what was recorded. He can be persuaded by reason but not be cowed by force, and he’s quite protective. At least, he didn’t mind no matter what others said about him. But when we approached him, he changed his stance immediately. There is no middle ground. Also, his subordinate is quite strong. He possesses the strength of at least an Orange-level Honorary Aristocrat warrior.”
He had gotten so much information from just one meeting. He was worthy of being a Yellow-level Honorary Aristocrat, indeed.
“You are quite careful.” Jiang Dongliu expressed his dissatisfaction. “I can tell you really went all out to get Hong Dali.”
“Only one who knows his enemies well can win every battle.” Li Xuancheng did not think much about it and smiled. “A protective little rascal. That’s easy to handle.” He waved his hand. “Go, continue observing him. En, oh right, this time, ask two Green-level warriors to test the waters. See how Hong Dali reacts.”
The Yellow-level Honorary Aristocrat nodded. “I understand.” Then, he left.
“Green-level Honorary Aristocrat to test the waters?” Jiang Dongliu shook his head helplessly. “He who has wealth speaks louder than others. Any person you pick to test the waters is a Green-level Honorary Aristocrat.”
“It doesn’t matter what level. The important thing is, I want to make sure everything goes smoothly.” Li Xuancheng touched his beard and smiled. “Since I’m determined to get Hong Dali, I should naturally be prepared.”
“Hehe, I hope you get a surprise.” Jiang Dongliu suddenly smiled. At this time, he was unexpectedly not worried.
According to Dali’s ability, he never fully showed all his cards. To be honest, Jiang Dongliu was really curious right now. What was it about Hong Dali that made someone like Li Xuancheng want him so much?
…
At the venue of the Advancement assessment.
There was about one hour before the Advancement assessment begun. Hong Dali and the others had nothing to do. Hence, they found a corner and waited for the Advancement assessment to begin officially.
As a superprodigal, he would definitely not stand if he could sit, not sit if he could lie down. So, Hong Dali naturally asked Ling Xiaoyi to get a few chairs and laid down comfortably. It felt good.
“You’re the prodigal, Hong Dali?” Just as he laid down, two Green-level Honorary Aristocrats walked over and looked down at Hong Dali. One of them smiled and said, “I heard you’re quite brazen?”
“So-so, still okay.” Hong Dali mumbled as he turned over. Aka was happily eating the attribute stones that were just bought. This scene, plus the two Honorary Aristocrats who were obviously here to provoke Hong Dali, was rather comical. Hong Dali listlessly asked, “You’re looking for me? Don’t tell me you’re just here for a chat…”
“Of course not.” One of the Green-level Honorary Aristocrats smiled and said, “I heard you’re very strong. We’re here to exchange some moves with you. What do you think about it?”
