Jia Yubian picked up a cup of wine on the table and drank it in one gulp. A sinister look flashed through his eyes. However, it was blocked by the wine cup, so no one noticed. When he put down the wine cup again, there was no trace of it.
"Okay, I will listen to you!" Jia Huoyan immediately nodded his head, and a glimmer of hope ignited in his heart. Since his father had spoken and was willing to help, then the position of Patriarch would fall into his hands sooner or later!
With this thought, he was not so angry anymore. He looked at Jia Musen and the others as if he was pitying people who were about to die.
Jia Yubian and Jia Huoyan chatted a bit more. Seeing that Jia Huoyan had calmed down, Jia Yubian picked up his wine cup and led him to Jia Musen's table.
After all, the other members of the Jia Clan had all gone over to toast Jia Musen. Even Jia Yutou had a smile on his face as he drank a cup of wine with Jia Musen. Jia Yutou felt that as an elder, no matter how unwilling he was, he still had to put on an act.
After the banquet ended smoothly, Xiao Chen returned to his room and packed his luggage. He found the girls and said goodbye to them one by one. He also said a few words to Jia Musen before sneaking out of the back door of the Jia Clan.
Xiao Chen originally wanted to use the flying sword as a means of transportation. However, after trying a few times, he discovered that he was unable to stabilize the sword due to his injuries. He could only helplessly give up on this idea and run to the Heavenly Jade Mine. If he accidentally fell off the flying sword, it would be too much of a loss.
However, before running far, Xiao Chen felt that someone was sneakily following him from behind.
Even without turning around to confirm, Xiao Chen knew that the person following him was without a doubt Little Chick Xing. Right now, only she would care about his whereabouts and never forget to follow him.
Xiao Chen did not mind. He was almost used to Little Chick Xing's existence. Anyway, his strength had not recovered and he could not do anything to her. If she liked him, then let her follow him! If he encountered any danger, she would be a good bodyguard!
After running for about half an hour, Xiao Chen used the Big Dipper to determine the direction of the Heavenly Jade Mine. He estimated that he would arrive about ten kilometers to the east, which was about ten minutes away. He could not help but feel a little more relaxed.
Xiao Chen felt that the chick Xing was still hanging behind him, not too far away, so he decided to play a little joke with her to tease her.
After quickly running forward for a distance, Xiao Chen's figure moved slightly and he quietly set up an illusion on the side of the road. Then, he slowed down his footsteps and released his divine sense. He watched as Little Girl Xing slowly caught up to him from behind.
Feeling that the distance between the two of them was about right, Xiao Chen suddenly turned around and looked behind him. Little girl Xing jumped in fright. In her shock, she hurriedly dodged and hid in the forest by the side of the road, trying to hide behind a large tree.
Bang!
"Ouch …"
A muffled sound rang out, followed by a blood-curdling screech. Xiao Chen watched as she clutched her head and squatted on the ground. A mischievous smile appeared on his face as he turned around and continued on his way.
"Ouch … it hurts!" Little Miss Xing rubbed her red and swollen forehead as she stared at the "culprit" in front of her: a big tree.
"How could I have made a mistake? It should have been an empty space, right? How strange! "Little Miss Xing muttered to herself. She was very puzzled.
Just now, she clearly saw the position of the big tree before dodging. She did not know what happened, but she unexpectedly bumped into it. Could it be that she was too tired?
Seeing that Xiao Chen's figure was getting further and further away and was about to disappear, Little Miss Xing could not be bothered to think too much. She used her movement technique and quickly chased after him.
Staring at Xiao Chen's faintly discernible figure, a thought suddenly flashed through Little Miss Xing's mind. Could it be that Xiao Chen had done something and purposely made her bump into the tree?
However, Little Miss Xing quickly rejected this thought. Even though Xiao Chen's strength was higher than hers, it was impossible for him to make the tree move. That would be too heaven-defying! Furthermore, he was currently seriously injured. It was even more unrealistic!
Quickly arriving at the entrance of the Heavenly Jade Mine, Xiao Chen looked around and released his divine sense to make sure that there was no one else following him other than Little Miss Xing. Thus, he imitated the cuckoo bird's call three times. This was the "contact signal" that Jia Musen and Jia Hongyuan had previously agreed on.
"Hero Xiao, I'm here!" Jia Hongyong had been waiting inside the mine for a long time. When he heard the signal, he immediately ran out and waved his hand enthusiastically at Xiao Chen.
"Hello Big Brother Jia Hongyong. Jia Musen should have told you that I will be staying in the mine for a few days. I'll have to trouble you with everything." Xiao Chen walked over with a smile and cupped his hands towards Jia Hongyong as he spoke politely.
"Hero Xiao is too polite! You are an honored guest invited by Young Master Mu Sen. Naturally, you are also an honored guest of mine, Jia Hongyong. It is my honor to be able to serve you and Young Master Mu Sen! Previously, the mine was only stabilized because of you! "Jia Hongyong quickly waved his hand and said respectfully.
He was now very glad that he had bet on the right treasure during the chaos in the mine! Although Jia Musen had once run away from home in dire straits, he was now the rightful successor to the family head!
Moreover, he already knew that his nephew had become Jia Musen's confidant. He couldn't help but feel even happier. It seemed that his family would definitely prosper in the future!
According to the rules, in the Jia family, only the descendants of the elders could be considered direct descendants. Jia Renzhong was a collateral descendant. Since both his parents had passed away, he could only follow Jia Hongyong, the deputy steward of the mine. Normally, he would be looked down upon. However, in the future, Jia Renzhong's descendants could also become direct descendants and enjoy the treatment of direct descendants!
Even if Jia Hongyong was still only a steward and his identity would not change, with Jia Renzhong's filial nature, he would definitely let Jia Hongyong enjoy the honor! After suffering for so many years, this time, he could finally turn things around!
Moreover, even without Jia Renzhong, with Jia Musen becoming the successor to the family head, Jia Hongyong felt that his position as the "substitute" steward of the mine would soon become the official one! Therefore, he was extremely respectful to Jia Musen's "right-hand man", Xiao Chen, and did not dare to slight him in the slightest.
"Alright, let's not talk too much. First, bring me to the mine and then get me some spiritual jades! You don't have to look for those polished ones. Just bring me the raw stones! "Xiao Chen smiled and went straight to the point.
He didn't want to waste time. Since he was already here, he had to quickly recover from his injuries. If he wanted to chat, there would be plenty of opportunities in the future.
"Alright, I have already prepared the car. This way, please follow me!" Jia Hongyong understood what Xiao Chen meant. He immediately made an inviting gesture and brought him through the gate of the mine. They got into the car and prepared to go to the main mining area.
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