Return to the City: The Strongest King-Chapter 1782 - 1713: Top-Class Expert (Part 4)

Chapter 1782 -1713: Top-Class Expert (Part 4)

“Ah, I’m already an old man, can’t move around much anymore, but my children should still go out and see the world.”

“With such a big family business, are you really willing to let it go?” asked Song Xiaodong.

“It’s just money. Give you one dollar, you can buy a bottle of water. Give you five million, you can buy a house. Give you fifty billion, it’s just a number.” Chen Lin, already in his sixties, had become indifferent to many things.

“I’m just thinking of making some arrangements for my children, letting the old man see his great-great-grandchildren. That’s my only thought.” Chen Lin spoke to Song Xiaodong as if it was a casual chat, but every word made sense.

“If the old man can see his great-great-grandchildren, and my children can step out into the world, everything of the Chen Family will be yours, Mr. Song.”

“I have enough money, and power doesn’t interest me.”

Song Xiaodong spoke truthfully.

“Mr. Song, I’ve climbed to where I am today not just with money and power.”

Chen Lin carefully scrutinized Song Xiaodong, then turned to his family guard, saying, “Come, meet Mr. Song.”

“Nice to meet you, Mr. Song.” Following Chen Lin was a young girl, short in stature, with a curvy figure and a bit of baby fat on her face, looking very cute.

“Mr. Chen, I also lack nothing in terms of women.”

“Mr. Song, you jest. How could I not know how handsome you are, with wives that are all stunning? This one here is the leader of my Chen Family Retainers.”

Song Xiaodong took a closer look, this beautiful woman’s voluptuous figure and calm demeanor were self-assured. He used True Qi to probe further and discovered this beautiful woman actually had the Three Meridians True Qi.

Song Xiaodong was taken aback. In the vast Dragon Gate, so far, only the Sect Leader and a few Elders had the Three Meridians True Qi, yet the Chen Family of the Capital, unremarkable and low-key, had such a skilled person among their retainers.

“Mr. Song contributes to the country, and now the nation’s strength is thriving, international exchanges are more frequent, many matters await Mr. Song’s handling. This thank-you gift should surely satisfy Mr. Song’s intentions.” Chen Lin continued to smile, with deep wrinkles at the corners of his eyes.

Chen Lin spoke skillfully, subtly conveying to Song Xiaodong that he knew his identity and current situation.

Song Xiaodong finally set aside his frivolous demeanor, acknowledging inwardly that Chen Lin was indeed an old fox, well-informed and skilled, having keenly pinpointed his itch.

“Mr. Song, if the old man can live another ten days to half a month and see his great-great-grandchildren, you’re free to command the Chen Family Retainer.”

“Mr. Chen, this thank-you gift is certainly tempting, but even if you gave them to me, I wouldn’t dare use them.” Song Xiaodong bluntly expressed his concerns.

After all, asking an entire family to let outsiders command their retainers is truly disgraceful for the family.

“Xinyi, in the future, whatever Mr. Song needs, just comply.”

“Understood.” The retainer with the Three Meridians True Qi was named Wang Xinyi. After hearing Chen Lin’s words, she solemnly glanced at Song Xiaodong.

“The Chen family members are planning to leave; maintaining these retainers is indeed burdensome.” Chen Lin added.

This time, Song Xiaodong was indeed tempted, yet he feigned indifference, saying, “Let’s check on the old man first then.”

Chen Lin knew exactly what he meant.

The Chen family members had all gathered upon hearing the old man was not well. Over thirty people with the Chen surname alone, plus a hundred retainers, and even more peripheral members. Seeing Chen Lin leading Song Xiaodong into the old man’s room, they quickly stepped aside, showing utmost respect to Song Xiaodong.

After all, they had heard of the daily fee of a million, knowing that Song Xiaodong was not someone to provoke lightly.

Song Xiaodong observed the crowd and indeed noticed a pregnant woman, resting on a sofa with her large belly.

“That old fox didn’t deceive me, quite filial for someone his age.”

It wasn’t Song Xiaodong’s first time extending the life of an old patriarch from such a family, but previously, they all treated the patriarch’s life as mere business. The descendants were indifferent to the old man’s wellbeing, caring more about the status and connections the old man could provide for money and power.

The Chen family, however, was slightly different. Everyone present was tensely watching Song Xiaodong and the old man with worried expressions, even the youngest child murmured, “Why isn’t great-grandfather speaking…”