NOVPUBJiang Yan knew that Chen Nan was no ordinary person.
If he were truly an ordinary person, he couldn’t have possibly used silver needles to instantly immobilize those guys from the sports team.
Even though she knew that Chen Nan was no ordinary person,
she had never expected that he would also possess the ability to foresee the future.
And he had even saved her father’s life.
This made her develop a strong favorable impression of Chen Nan.
But, even more so, she felt a sense of relief.
She was relieved that she hadn’t let hatred cloud her judgement, for she hadn’t come to complain to her father about Chen Nan bullying her.
If she had done so, she really didn’t know how things would have ended today.
She was also grateful that she did her best to protect Chen Nan.
However,
thinking back on what she had said before,
a blush quickly spread across her face, making her look irresistibly charming.
After all, for a girl to defend a boy at the cost of her own reputation was indeed a very shameful act!
Chen Nan said nonchalantly, "Mr. Jiang, there’s no need for thanks, I merely offered you a suggestion. Whether to accept it or not was entirely up to you."
"The fact proves that it wasn’t your time to die."
Jiang Wanli might be a big shot in the eastern city,
but at this moment,
he felt a powerful sense of pressure from Chen Nan.
This feeling was even stronger than when facing the powerful figure who supported him from behind.
This wasn’t authority,
but rather a temperament that seemed to transcend above the commoners.
Invisible yet causing sweat to form on his forehead and a sense of dread to take root in his heart.
Without further thought, Jiang Wanli, suppressing the panic in his heart, nervously said, "Mr. Chen, it’s now dinner time, why don’t we talk over a meal?"
"Exactly, exactly," Jiang Yan hurriedly said, "You’re the savior of our family, etiquette dictates that we should invite you to a meal as a form of thanks, face to face."
Jiang Wanli sternly said, "Yanyan, don’t be disrespectful, you mustn’t address Mr. Chen so casually!"
Jiang Yan playfully stuck out her tongue and, with a blush on her face, said, "He and I have a very good relationship, so formalities aren’t necessary." She then raised an eyebrow towards Chen Nan, "Right?"
Chen Nan was amused to laughter, "Right."
Compared to the anxious girl he had seen before, whose eyes brimmed with tears when scolded, he preferred this playful and easygoing girl much more.
Jiang Wanli hadn’t expected his daughter to be so close to Chen Nan, and with this, his worries subsided, feeling like he had taken a calming pill.
Because in his eyes, having this kind of relationship between Chen Nan and his daughter, Chen Nan would probably not reject his proposal.
Twenty minutes later, a black Peugeot drove into a private residence on the outskirts of the eastern district.
This was Jiang Wanli’s private venue, where he always hosted banquets for distinguished guests.
After all, some VIPs wouldn’t enter high-end restaurants and hotels, preferring to meet in more private places.
The residence looked ordinary from the outside, but the interior was decorated lavishly, with famous calligraphy and paintings hanging on the walls, giving it an elegant, antique feel.
The tables and chairs were all made of top-quality golden phoebe, each piece invaluable.
And at this moment, the table was laid with a sumptuous spread of rare delicacies, including huge king crabs weighing over ten pounds, palm-sized black abalones, Australian lobsters, and all sorts of exquisite foods.
"Mr. Chen, please take the seat of honor!" Jiang Wanli warmly invited him to sit down.
Chen Nan declined Jiang Wanli’s invitation and casually sat down in a chair, then said, "A meal is just a meal, it should be enjoyed at ease, I don’t like too many dining table customs!"
Jiang Wanli’s heart leaped with joy. He had heard from Zhou Long before that although Chen Nan was a hermit-like master, he was very approachable.
Today, upon meeting him, his reputation was indeed well-deserved!
This made him feel much more at ease as well.
"Then please take a seat wherever you like!" said Jiang Wanli with a smile. He then took the seat to the left of Chen Nan, while Jiang Yan naturally took the stool to Chen Nan’s right.
Zhou Long sat to the side, picked up a bottle of Maotai, and was about to pour some for Chen Nan, but Chen Nan covered his glass with his hand, "I still have classes in the afternoon, juice is fine for me. You and Mr. Jiang go ahead and drink!"
Jiang Wanli gave Zhou Long a knowing look: "Let’s all switch to juice, then!"
"Alright."
After pouring the juice, the four of them started to enjoy a lavish lunch. Jiang Yan was a lively girl, incessantly asking Chen Nan what he liked to eat and then serving him dishes.
This brought a bitter taste to Jiang Wanli’s heart because he realized that his daughter seemed to have taken a liking to Chen Nan.
After all, before Chen Nan appeared, the girl would always sit close to him at mealtimes, serving him food.
But today.
She hadn’t even glanced at him once.
This saddened him greatly as a father.
He deeply experienced the meaning of the phrase "a daughter is a loving concern that never fades."
After the meal had gone through multiple courses and the flavors had varied, Jiang Yan put down her chopsticks and said with a smile: "I’m full, you guys keep eating. I’ll go out for a walk to help digest the food."
She was a clever girl.
She knew there was more to her father’s meeting with Chen Nan than just offering thanks in person.
Yet, her father had said little at the table.
She fully understood her father’s good intentions; he didn’t want to involve her in the affairs of the martial world.
That’s why she found an excuse to leave.
As expected, once Jiang Yan had left the private room, Jiang Wanli stood up, bowed deeply to Chen Nan, and said respectfully, "I’m at my wit’s end, Mr. Chen, I beg you to show me the way, what path should I take?"
Zhou Long, too, stood up anxiously, waiting for Chen Nan’s answer. Although he was eager to work for Chen Nan, he didn’t want to part ways with his elder brother.
Chen Nan took a sip of juice and calmly asked, "Do you want to leave Jizhou?"
"No!" Jiang Wanli’s gaze was firm. "Jizhou is my home; it gave birth to me and nurtured me. My roots are already deeply embedded in this land, and I have never thought of leaving."
"But now, someone wants to get rid of me!"
"I don’t want to just sit here and wait for death."
"I... I want to work for you!"
In the eyes of ordinary people, Chen Nan might appear just an ordinary person, but Jiang Wanli knew all too well how terrifying Chen Nan’s abilities were.
If he could have Chen Nan as his backing, he was certain to thrive.
Chen Nan shook his head, helpless: "I originally didn’t want to get involved in the affairs of the martial world, but since I’m an alumnus of Jiang Yan, and our personalities are quite compatible, considering you are Jiang Yan’s father, I’ll make an exception!"
Jiang Wanli was overjoyed: "I thank Mr. Chen for his kindness, I certainly won’t disappoint you."
Suddenly, Chen Nan said: "You must have surveillance here, right?"
Jiang Wanli was startled, not understanding why Chen Nan would ask this, but he still answered: "Indeed there is hidden surveillance, but it wasn’t on today!"
Chen Nan casually said: "If there is any, then perhaps you should send the past footage to certain people, to serve as a warning and shake them a bit."
Jiang Wanli’s expression changed slightly: "Won’t that make those people desperate and lash out?"
Chen Nan shook his head, unconcerned: "Mr. Jiang, don’t be offended by my bluntness, but you need to understand who between you and them is the desperate dog jumping over the wall to bite."
"You should show your edge, don’t be submissive."
"Only by making them fearful can you create an opportunity to catch your breath."
Jiang Wanli looked bewildered: "I... do I still have an edge?"
