Jim would never allow any man to get close to Ro Xin.
His possessiveness towards Ro Xin was so strong that even if Ro Li and Ro Xin got too close to each other, he would be very unhappy.
He had already treated Ro Xin as his woman. Firstly, he really liked her, and secondly, if he and Ro Xin could get married, it would be perfectly justifiable for the Boride family to take over the Ro Drifter Camp.
Other than that, the Boride family had teamed up with the other three families to forbid any newcomers from entering the camp.
At least, they had to do so before they completely seized control of the Ro family.
It could not be helped since all the independent practitioners supported the Ro family and it was easy for them to win the hearts of the people. Moreover, with a herb healer like Ro Xin, it was easier for them to be welcomed by the people since she was a rare healer.
Therefore, the newcomers were equivalent to the new supporters of the Ro family. How could they tolerate such a thing happening?
Therefore, they eagerly came to ask about it.
Ro Xin did not just bring back a newcomer, but it was a man, so Jim could not tolerate it.
When Jim spoke, Ro Yan was angry, but he could not simply express his anger, so all he could do was pretend that he did not know what was going on.
"Is that so? Ro Xin brought back a stranger? I don't know about it. Is it serious? "Ro Yan asked casually.
"Chief, you should know the current situation. The Stardust Council patrols the Santos Branching Ridge almost every day. If we simply accept outsiders into the camp, I'm afraid that the council will be displeased. "Jim came up with a righteous excuse.
Ro Yan thought about it and changed his posture. He leaned on his chair and said, "Then, why don't we call Ro Xin over to ask about it? Oh, and bring the person she brought back here with her too. "
Ro Yan ordered his aide.
Jim lowered his head with a faint smile on his face. Ro Yan had to compromise after all.
**
Tang Ling looked a lot more normal now.
Ro Xin had removed the so-called beautiful and soft makeup, leaving only the blonde hair and blue eyes.
On top of that, Tang Ling suggested that she put something in his mouth and helped him change the shape of his face.
Therefore, Tang Ling had transformed into a pale-skinned young man with blonde hair and blue eyes. The corners of his lips were curled down and the corners of his mouth were slightly puffed up. He looked like a young man with the blood of the Light Continent.
Tang Ling believed that no one would be able to recognize his original face anymore.
Unless he ran into someone like him who had Precise Instinct.
Tang Ling was still a little confused about the incident. How did he expose himself to Young Master Long?
At that time, he had chosen to run, not because he thought that Young Master Long had recognized him, but because the sense of danger had stimulated him to the point where goosebumps had appeared on his skin. Other than the thought of running, there was nothing else in his mind.
It could be said that the start of his battle with Tang Long was based on his sixth sense.
With all the questions in mind, she brought him to Ro Yan's makeshift house.
When Jim saw Tang Ling for the first time, his gaze was filled with extreme coldness and hostility.
However, she noticed his gaze, so she purposely moved closer to him and held his hand along the way.
"Ro Xin." Ro Yan noticed her little action, so he pretended to be annoyed and reminded her.
"Father, why are you looking for me?" Ro Xin did not even spare a glance at Jim. She pretended to know nothing and looked at Ro Yan.
Before Ro Yan could speak, Jim stood up and said, "The chief didn't know that you brought a stranger back, but the patrolling guards saw it.
They were unhappy and reported it to me, so I went to the chief. "
It's infuriating! She looked indignant, but before she could say anything, Jim interrupted, "What everyone needs now is peace."
Ro Xin, you know better than anyone how precious autumn is and how beautiful the Santos Branching Ridge is! However, this autumn isn't peaceful at all. It's already amazing that we can camp here for a month, and it's all because of the Stardust Council's generosity.
"What kind of trouble would it cause if we were to take in and shelter strangers in this camp? You are the chief's daughter, so why are you so insensible? "
"Jim, who does the Ro Camp want to shelter? Does it need your permission? "Ro Xin was so angry that her hands were trembling. She could not hold it in anymore and interrupted Jim.
The question was a delicate one. If Jim answered yes, it would be a blatant attempt to seize power, and if he answered no, he had no right to ask.
Jim's arrogant gaze lingered on Tang Ling for a second before he said slowly, "Stranger, please lift your hood and remove your mask."
Then, he looked at Ro Xin and said, "I'm the captain of the camp guards, and during this special period, anyone who enters the camp must get my permission. This is for the sake of the Ro Drifter Camp, so I won't give in easily. "
"You!" Ro Xin was furious. It was at that moment that Ro Yan thought it was time for him to speak.
Tang Ling's appearance meant that a lot of things could not go according to the original plan, so Ro Yan had to make his choice.
However, it was at that moment that Tang Ling suddenly tapped Ro Xin's arm that was holding him. He spoke in standard Glan with an ancient Light Continent accent, which was rumored to be the favorite language of the nobles in the western safety cities, "Ro Xin, I can't quite understand what this gentleman is saying. His accent is too awkward and it has an indescribable rustic smell to it. It's really uncomfortable.
It's like a monkey in the mountains wearing a bow tie and trying to learn the manners of the nobles. It's hilarious. "
"Sir, I'm not being sarcastic. But I suggest that if you can't speak Glan, it's best for you to use your local dialect. Loving your ancestors is also a virtue even though I don't know which backwater pig herder your ancestors were. "
Tang Ling removed his hood and mask as he spoke. He looked at Ro Xin with disdain. "Xin, I told you that I have to wear a mask. I can't breathe the same air as some people in a small space. It'll suffocate me, just like now. Just like now, I can already smell the disgusting smell of pigs. "
Tang Ling then looked at Jim apologetically. "I'm sorry, sir. I'm not targeting you. But the pig stench … Ugh … "
Pig herder? Pig stench? Even though Ro Xin tried her best to hold it in, she could not help but chuckle. Even Ro Yan had a smile on his face.
The Boride family had always been proud of their noble bloodline in the Light Continent. Ro Xin had unintentionally mentioned the name when she was changing Tang Ling's disguise. She wondered who had found the person who thought he was the true descendant of the ancient Light Continent's great nobles.
He did not expect Tang Ling to remember that. Who would have thought that he would speak in an authentic Glan accent that was difficult to imitate? He did not even spare Jim's face as he mocked him fiercely.
Tang Ling purposely acted pretentious, but the more pretentious he was, the more he resembled the arrogance of a noble with the so-called etiquette.
Jim's face was pale. At first, it was flushed because of the provocation, but it quickly turned pale.
This person, this stranger that Ro Xin brought, was trampling on the Boride family's pride.
If it was in private, Jim would have drawn his sword and cut the stranger in half.
However, with Ro Yan in front of him, he could not do it.
Although the Ro family was on the decline, Ro Yan was still the number one fighter in the Ro Drifter Camp.
Holding back his anger, Jim said, "I don't know which noble you are, but the Ro Drifter Camp doesn't accept outsiders. I'll send you out now."
As he spoke, Jim walked up and tried to pull Tang Ling away.
However, Tang Ling pretended to be disgusted and nimbly avoided Jim. He said in shock, "Xin, isn't your father the ruler of this place? What is a ruler? A ruler is a man of his word. This person isn't even asking for your father's opinion and is going beyond his authority! "
"Y-You … Did you see that? Didn't anyone react? Someone is ignoring the chief and wants to bring me out. At least, the chief has to say something like that. Do you all agree that someone is going beyond his authority as well? "
Tang Ling's accusation was very heavy, and it was much more forceful than Ro Xin's direct questioning.
He did not even ask and said that the person was going beyond his authority.
Inside the house were the other two squad leaders and Ro Yan's two aides.
The adjutant was obviously angry, and the two squad leaders also showed an awkward expression. Sanada couldn't help but cough and remind him, "Jim, we know you're doing this for the camp, but why don't you listen to the chief's opinion?"
Jim inhaled deeply and glared at Tang Ling fiercely.
He realized that Ro Xin seemed to have brought back a powerful kid, so he had to be patient and think about what to do next.
The chief? What opinion could the chief have? He must be on his daughter's side.
But it's fine! Jim tightened his grip on the sword hanging on his waist. Many thoughts popped up in his mind. He even wondered if Tang Ling was Ro Yan's external help. In short, he had to carry out his plan as soon as possible.
He was a little hesitant at first. His family's plan was to take over the Ro family after setting up camp for a month.
As far as he was concerned, he still wanted to marry Ro Xin step by step and slowly plan his next move.
If he were to take over the Ro family this month, he would have to give up something that he was unwilling to give up.
Judging from how close Ro Xin was with the kid, there was no need for him to be gentle anymore.
At most, he would forcefully marry Ro Xin after he took over the Ro family.
Even if he could not get his hands on the thing, it would not matter anymore. Just like what his father said, some things were trouble in his hands, so he might as well offer them up in exchange for the biggest benefit.
With that in mind, Jim was no longer angry.
He allowed Ro Xin to tell Ro Yan about her encounter with Tang Ling, his identity, and the reason why she had to bring Tang Ling back temporarily.
He did not even have the interest to argue.
As for Ro Yan, just as he expected, he agreed to let Tang Ling stay after listening to everything that Tang Ling had to say.
Jim did not object at all. After Ro Yan made his decision, he left in a hurry with his men.
After Jim left, Ro Yan's face turned heavy and solemn. His gaze at Tang Ling started to look complicated again.
"Ro Xin, no matter what, it's not appropriate for a boy to stay in your room. Let Tang Ling stay with me. "
"Okay," Ro Xin replied. She was actually curious. There were spare rooms in the camp, so why did her father want Tang Ling to stay beside him?
Tang Ling did not object. He noticed the complicated gaze from Ro Yan and his sharp senses told him that the leader of the family had something to say to him.
"Then, Father, I still have to treat Tang Ling's wounds," Ro Xin said.
"It's fine. You can start anytime. It's settled then. "A simple sentence from Ro Yan settled the matter.
**
Jem returned to housing block 19.
There were a total of nine cabins lined up neatly in the area and all of them belonged to the Boride family.
The biggest cabin, Cabin No. 1, was the family's meeting area.
Jim went straight to Cabin No. 1 and gathered all the core members of the Boride family.
"I've decided to compromise. I'm willing to work with the Stardust Council to seize the Ro Drifter Camp. "That was the first thing Jim said.
Yes, it was the Stardust Council again.
They had also extended their claws to the Ro Drifter Camp. As a matter of fact, as long as they deemed someone valuable, they would more or less make arrangements.
Their method was to destroy the camp from the inside.
It seemed like the Stardust Council had succeeded again.
However, what were they plotting against the Luo Clan's Wanderer Camp?
Soon enough, the leader of the Boride family, Sowo Boride, gave the answer. "My dear grandson, have you really made up your mind? Aren't you reluctant to let Ro Xin and the Ro family's teachings fall into the hands of outsiders? More importantly, the Ro family holds the secret of the Ninth Ruins. You have always thought that it's a benefit that can't be given to outsiders.
If we use the Stardust Council's power, we will have to hand over the secrets. "
"Grandfather, you said it before. A man's wealth is his ruin! I've thought it through. Even if we get our hands on the secrets, we won't be able to protect the world that's about to descend into chaos. Look at how powerful the Ro family's teachings are. How are their descendants doing? In the past hundred years, Ro Xin is the only one who has brought a part of the teachings to greater heights.
"As for the secret of the Ninth Ruins, hehe. The ancestor of the Ro family, Ro Ren, who founded the Ro Drifter Camp, has it a long time ago. What about now? Can we enter the Ninth Ruins? We can't even get close to the edge.
"Let's move! Ro Xin seized the opportunity to bring back an ignorant kid. Let's use this as an excuse to move out! "
Jem spat out the words through gritted teeth.
Sowo was delighted. "My grandson, you've finally thought it through. I could have made the decision a long time ago, but you are the core of the third generation of the Boride family. But you're the core of the Boride family's third generation. If you don't agree, I won't make a decision on my own. "
"Because that might make you unhappy. As for me, I would not allow any factor that would cause disunity in the family to appear. It's only by upholding the principle of unity that we are able to grow to this day. No one can go against it.
"But Grandfather, I have a request," Jim said seriously, "No matter what, Ro Xin must be my woman."
"As you wish, grandson."
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