Tan Xun was obviously trying to help Lin Jin and Lin Jin knew that. He had come to the royal capital at the last minute and planned to return as soon as possible. But now, it seemed like he would have to stay for a few more days, at least until the Jade Dragon Festival ended.
Lin Jin had to make arrangements at Maple City. He quickly wrote a letter and had the courier deliver it back to Maple City. There were two things he wanted to discuss in the letter.
One was to leave Maple City's Beast Appraisal Association to Jia Qian and Zhao Ying for the time being. With the support of the elders, there shouldn't be any problems.
The other matter was the Qiao family of Reed City.
Although Lin Jin had left White Ape there to guard the place, he was alone. If the demonic appraisers sent more people, they wouldn't be able to win.
Hence, Lin Jin instructed Shang'er to bring Goldy to the Qiao family of Reed City. He would leave the shadow wolf and Little Five at Maple City.
While Shang'er and Goldy were the only ones going, their combined strength was almost on par with Lin Jin's. With White Ape in the mix, even if the Demonic Appraisal Association sent their Rank 4 pet beasts, they wouldn't be able to do anything to them.
This was the purpose of Lin Jin's letter.
After sending the letter, Lin Jin planned to pay a visit to the royal capital's wealthy family to check on the unconscious young lady.
Since the Jade Dragon Festival would be held the next day, Lin Jin was curious too. Since the event would be held the next day, Lin Jin could spend the next two days investigating this incident to kill time.
Of course, this was what he announced to the public. In fact, Lin Jin was just too curious about this matter. He wanted to get to the bottom of it. Hence, not only did he plan to visit the young lady, but he also planned to visit the dark prison to check on the demonic appraiser who was about to be executed.
His instincts told him that this matter wasn't as simple as it seemed.
However, Lin Jin had no idea where that wealthy family was. Other than Lu Bin and He Qing, he didn't know anyone else in the royal capital.
Master Gu was from the royal capital, but he wasn't home. He was probably traveling the world with his sword.
Lu Bin wasn't in the royal capital and He Qing was a princess, so it wouldn't be easy for her to leave the palace. Why would she do that? Having lived in the palace all year round, He Qing was probably more familiar with the city than Lin Jin was.
"Looks like I'll have to trouble Appraiser Tan Xun." Lin Jin mused. But after a glance, Appraiser Tan Xun was clearly busy so Lin Jin couldn't bring himself to ask.
Just then, Lin Jin saw a plump figure standing outside.
Ouyang Tong.
This person hasn't gone to rest yet?
Perhaps sensing Lin Jin's gaze, Ouyang Tong hurried forward and greeted him respectfully, "Appraiser Lin, is there anything I can help you with? I, Ouyang Tong, grew up in the royal capital so I'm very familiar with this place."
Stunned, Lin Jin mused, 'This Ouyang Tong is a considerate person.'
When he asked about the demonic appraiser from last year, Ouyang Tong must have taken note of him. Knowing that he wanted to investigate, he didn't go back in and waited outside.
Lin Jin knew what Ouyang Tong was up to. Right now, he really needed help from someone like Ouyang Tong so he didn't reject the offer. Instead, he asked with a smile, "Appraiser Ouyang, you haven't slept all night. Aren't you tired?"
Ouyang Tong's answer was straightforward. "I'm used to it. I'm not tired."
Lin Jin could tell that he wasn't lying. He was really used to it. In other words, Ouyang Tong was one of those marginalized people who were bullied by headquarters. It was no wonder he wouldn't let go of opportunities like this.
Usually, Lin Jin wouldn't need someone like this. But now, he needed a helper. Hence, he nodded and let Ouyang Tong lead the way.
Ouyang Tong was a smart man. He knew better than to ask questions that shouldn't be asked. Hence, he played the role of a good guide. As for why Lin Jin wanted to investigate this matter, even if he was curious, he wouldn't ask.
Lin Jin clearly had a good impression of Ouyang Tong. Now, he knew that Ouyang Tong was a useful person.
As the royal capital gradually woke up in the morning, there were more people on the streets. Some stalls and shops opened their doors to welcome customers while others poured clean water on the streets. It was the start of a busy day.
The wealthy families of the royal capital all lived on the eastern side of the city. The roads here were wider and cleaner. All the residences were large and majestic.
Ouyang Tong walked up to one of the residences and said to Lin Jin, "Appraiser Lin, this is the Du family. They have some businesses too. Many of the cloth shops in the royal capital are owned by them. They're considered a wealthy family in the royal capital."
Lin Jin nodded. Just by looking at the entrance, he could tell that this family was wealthy. As the saying went, a wide gate meant that a regular family could only have one person pass through the door. For those who were slightly better off, two people could enter at the same time. However, the Du family's gate was about ten feet wide. There was a guardian stone beast in front of the gate and the road was paved with green bricks. The bricks were exquisite too. They were unique to Gu City and couldn't be found anywhere else. In other words, these bricks were specially imported from Gu City, which was a hundred miles away.
How could an average family have such wealth?
Not to mention the wood used here. In short, just by looking at the gate, one could tell that this mansion was' extravagant '.
A wealthy family like this must have the money to purchase powerful pet beasts or hire powerful guards.
Lin Jin thought to himself.
Ouyang Tong was already knocking on the door. It didn't take long for the door to open. A man dressed like a servant poked his head out and looked outside cautiously.
Ouyang Tong was respectful in front of Lin Jin, but in front of outsiders, he behaved like a gentleman.
He raised his voice and asked, "Is Du Lianheng here?"
Seeing how arrogant the visitor was, the servant didn't dare to speak carelessly. "My master is at home. May I know who you two are …"
As he spoke, he noticed Ouyang Tong's one-ringed sleeve band.
"We're from headquarters. This is Appraiser Lin. My name is Ouyang Tong and I know your master. Hurry up and inform him." Ouyang Tong obviously didn't want to waste any more time with this servant. The servant quickly went to inform Lin Jin. Moments later, an elderly man dressed in extravagant clothing walked out and said with a smile, "I didn't know Appraiser Ouyang would be visiting so early in the morning. Please excuse me for not coming out to greet you."
So they really did know each other.
Ouyang Tong smiled. "Master Du, come, come. Let me introduce you. This is Appraiser Lin, a Rank 3 beast appraiser from headquarters. He's here to visit your daughter."
Lin Jin walked over. Upon hearing that he was a Rank 3 beast appraiser, Du Lianheng dared not be rude. He saluted Lin Jin and Lin Jin returned the gesture.
"Appraiser Yang came by two days ago. Did something happen?" Du Lianheng suddenly asked.
Appraiser Yang?
Lin Jin was confused but Ouyang Tong was quick to respond. "Appraiser Lin has always been in Maple City and he specializes in diagnosing difficult diseases. Although he's not a physician, his skills aren't any worse than Appraiser Yang's. He heard about your daughter's situation so he came to visit out of sympathy."
His explanation was flawless. Even Lin Jin nodded inwardly.
Sure enough, having Ouyang Tong around was a good thing. If Lin Jin had come by himself, he wouldn't have been able to bring it up.
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