Think about it, this Lin Jin is indeed extraordinary. He has a master named Curator and a Rank 4 pet beast. Just these points alone make him worthy of being on our side. Moreover, Lin Jin's beast appraising skills are superb. Even if he hasn't reached Rank 3, I'm sure he's infinitely close to it. His Majesty appreciates talent so it wouldn't be unreasonable for him to be given an exception. "" That's right, "Lin Jin said with a smile. As Zuo Wentang put it this way, following this train of thought, it seemed that the current situation was indeed reasonable.
By now, Bai Zhenkong had finished his meal. He was indeed interested in Lin Jin. Although he didn't know why His Majesty valued Lin Jin so much, he was certain of one thing. The current Lin Jin should be befriended rather than offend.
However, several hours later, Bai Zhenkong received a handwritten letter from Fan City's city lord.
As Maple City and Fan City were neighbors, Bai Zhenkong and Fan City's city lord were rather familiar with each other. He opened the letter and read it. But after reading it, Bai Zhenkong's expression turned odd.
Zuo Wentang didn't know the contents of the letter but he had been with Bai Zhenkong for some time now. Bai Zhenkong was a shrewd man. Even in private, his expression wouldn't change easily. However, when City Lord Bai read the letter, his expression was clearly one of surprise and contemplation.
Usually, Zuo Wentang knew he shouldn't take the initiative to ask. After all, there must be something special about the letter. If he asked abruptly, would the city lord say anything?
But this time, Bai Zhenkong clearly had no intention of hiding it from the shrewd chief.
"Wentang, Fan City's city lord has written a letter asking me to help him find someone. Tell me, should I help him or not?"
Having said that, Bai Zhenkong handed the letter to Zuo Wentang. This meant that Zuo Wentang was allowed to read the contents.
The latter quickly took the letter and read it carefully. Only then did he understand the city lord's intention.
"Isn't … isn't City Lord Fan looking for Lin Jin? That must be it. Lin Jin has just returned from the royal capital and Fan City is a place he has to pass through. Moreover, the letter claims that Lin Jin kept a monster and allowed it to harm his son. This is clearly an accusation. "
Zuo Wentang was a shrewd man. He knew that City Lord Fan had written this letter to confirm that the person he was looking for was Lin Jin. However, before he acted, he had to inform Bai Zhenkong. After all, this was Maple City's territory and it would be rude not to inform Bai Zhenkong.
"City Lord Fan is a very protective person. He has four daughters and only one son. Now that he was injured by a monster, it's impossible for him not to pursue the matter. I'm guessing that the experts from Fan City are already in Maple City," Bai Zhenkong said with a thoughtful look in his eyes.
Zuo Wentang gave it some thought before saying, "City Lord, you mustn't agree to this. Putting aside the question of whether Lin Jin has a monster, even if he does, we can't touch him. His identity as a guardian alone is not something a city lord can touch. Not to mention, Lin Jin is highly regarded by His Majesty. Touching him would only be asking for trouble."
Bai Zhenkong smiled, "Of course I know that. But the problem is that based on my understanding of City Lord Fan, he probably won't wait for my reply at all. He definitely feels that it's enough to send a letter to notify me."
"Then …" Zuo Wentang understood. City Lord Fan must have already made his move. As Maple City's representative, how should Bai Zhenkong deal with this was the question Bai Zhenkong wanted to ask himself.
Without a second thought, Zuo Wentang bowed and said, "City Lord Fan's actions are inviting trouble upon himself. Lord City Lord, as Maple City's City Lord and the local government, how can you stand by and watch the citizens of Maple City suffer such an undeserved disaster?"
These words were spoken tactfully, but what sort of person was Bai Zhenkong? He naturally knew what Zuo Wentang meant.
"I was thinking the same thing. Wentang, do it now. Do it personally." At Bai Zhenkong's command, Zuo Wentang obeyed and left. After Zuo Wentang left, Bai Zhenkong picked up the letter again and shook his head. "Old Fan, I've done you a great favor this time. Let's see how you're going to thank me when the time comes."
Outside Maple City's Beast Appraisal Association, several groups of people with pet beasts were approaching with hostile expressions.
These people clearly knew each other. Their muscles were bulging and their breathing was steady. Clearly, they weren't ordinary people. Even their pet beasts had restrained their auras, exuding a dangerous aura.
They were experts from Fan City.
There were more than twenty of them and ten of them had Rank 3 pet beasts with them. They were all elites among Fan City's officials.
Not only were they experts, but they also brought a lot of powerful 'mystic instruments' with them. They were well prepared. With this, taking down a person by surprise should be a piece of cake.
Currently, these people were loitering around Maple City's Beast Appraisal Association, observing the terrain. Some of them even went in to scout out the location of their target.
Soon, the person who inquired for information returned.
"Did you find him?"
"Yes. He's now the chief of this Beast Appraisal Association branch. He's easy to find."
"Chief? Hmph, so what? He offended the city lord so we still have to capture him. "
"Get ready to move. Remember, once you capture him, leave immediately and return to Fan City. As for Maple City, the city lord has already informed us that he won't interfere."
"Don't worry. We're all veterans. Even if that person is capable, he's no match for us."
"Okay. In short, when we attack later, use your full strength. Make sure nothing goes wrong."
After their discussion, the group prepared to enter.
However, at this moment, another group of people blocked their path. The one leading them was Zuo Wentang.
As the City Lord Manor's chief steward, Zuo Wentang's strength was undeniable. Not only did he have a Rank 3 pet beast, but his blood contract realm was also at the fifth realm.
Others might not know Fan City's experts, but they knew who Zuo Wentang was.
"Steward Zuo?"
The leader of the Fan City group was stunned. He asked tentatively, "Steward Zuo, are you here to lend us a hand?"
In their opinion, this was the most likely explanation.
Zuo Wentang shook his head. "You've all come all the way from Fan City and it's mealtime now. How about I treat you to a drink?"
The Fan City experts realized that if he was here to help, why would he go for a drink first? He was clearly here to stop them.
Their expressions darkened.
"Chief Steward Zuo, City Lord Fan has issued a strict order that no one is allowed to obstruct us. If Chief Steward Zuo doesn't want to help us, please step aside. We will come back to thank Chief Steward Zuo after we finish our task."
"Hold it!" Zuo Wentang extended a hand to stop them. "I'm here today to stop you. It's also for your own good and for City Lord Fan's. Gentlemen, let's move to another place to talk."
Fan City's experts were naturally enraged. They wouldn't listen to him, but the problem was, Zuo Wentang came prepared.
There were twenty of them, but a single clap from Zuo Wentang could summon at least a hundred experts. Each of them was strong enough to deal with them.
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