Other than gratitude, Ouyang Tong was also shocked.
He knew very well how difficult it was for an inferior beast to evolve. After all, he was an official beast appraiser. Yet, Appraiser Lin managed to evolve an inferior beast that couldn't possibly evolve with just a wave of his hand. This was even more shocking than seeing a Rank 3 beast evolve to Rank 4.
From this moment onward, Lin Jin's status in Ouyang Tong's heart rose to a new height.
'That bunch of idiots doubted Appraiser Lin's Rank 3 qualification. Now, it seems like they were fools. With Appraiser Lin's capabilities, he's not just at Rank 3. In my opinion, even a Rank 4 evaluation is well-deserved, 'Ouyang Tong thought to himself.
The wild boar's evolution was significant to Ouyang Tong. Now, he was extremely respectful toward Lin Jin and had made up his mind to follow the man no matter what.
Not only was he repaying Lin Jin's kindness, but he was also making plans for his future.
The smart Ouyang Tong noticed that Lin Jin didn't say a word and only focused on tasting the food. He knew that Appraiser Lin didn't want to discuss this matter so Ouyang Tong didn't say another word. After bowing, he got up and poured Lin Jin a cup.
After two hours of drinking, it was already late at night.
"It's about time."
Lin Jin put down his cup.
It was a delicious meal.
After the meal, it was time to get down to business.
Seeing Lin Jin get up, Ouyang Tong stood up as well, rubbing his palms together in anticipation.
Lin Jin was stunned. "Appraiser Ouyang, what are you doing?"
Ouyang Tong quickly said, "Appraiser Lin, I'm going to help. Something must be up for you to go to the dark prison so late at night. I may not be very capable, but if something happens, I won't hesitate even if it means risking my life."
These were Ouyang Tong's heartfelt words.
Lin Jin shook his head and gazed at the starry sky. "The moon is beautiful tonight. Why don't you stay here and enjoy the view, Appraiser Ouyang?"
Ouyang Tong understood now.
Lin Jin not letting him go meant that tonight's visit to the dark prison was no small matter. When Ouyang Tong went to the Du Manor today, he noticed that something was off.
The reason was simple. When he went to the dark cell to look for a prison guard he was familiar with, he saw Appraiser Yang Qingshi there. Later, when he asked the prison guard he was familiar with, he confirmed this as well.
Back then, Ouyang Tong asked a few more questions and found out that Appraiser Yang Qingshi often visited the demonic appraiser in the dungeon.
Ouyang Tong had always been hesitant about whether or not he should speak of this matter. However, at this moment, he did not hesitate and immediately spoke of this matter.
"Appraiser Lin, there's something strange going on. I'll go with you. At least I can look after you," Ouyang Tong said.
After Ouyang Tong said that, he noticed Lin Jin glancing at him. Lin Jin's gaze seemed to imply that there was no room for doubt. Stunned, Ouyang Tong lowered his head and said nothing more.
Ouyang Tong's offer of help was sincere. Just then, he remembered something. Just as he was about to raise his head, he was stunned. Appraiser Lin was nowhere to be seen.
Ouyang Tong was dumbfounded. This person was clearly in front of him just a moment ago. How did he disappear in the blink of an eye?
Ouyang Tong glanced at the wild boar. The latter was whimpering, probably confused. Then, Ouyang Tong ran to the window and looked out. He could vaguely see a cloud descending toward the dark cell.
Ouyang Tong was dumbfounded for a long time.
Lin Jin wasn't trying to show off. Just now, he suddenly felt the needle in Du Lianxi's body move. Someone must have noticed the needle and was trying to force it out.
Hence, Lin Jin dashed out and used Cloud Travel. However, he didn't go to the Du Manor. Instead, he headed straight for the dark cell.
This was a battle of skills and tactics. The other party wanted to force the needle out of Du Lianxi's body but Lin Jin was confident that the other party wouldn't be able to do it.
Hence, there was no need for him to go to the Du Manor. Instead, he decided to head to the dark cell.
He wanted to meet that demonic appraiser to see if things were as he predicted. Was the demonic appraiser scheming in the dungeon? Or was the demonic appraiser just a 'cover'? Someone was using his name to plot against him.
Since Lin Jin was already involved, he might as well get to the bottom of this.
Ouyang Tong mentioned that once he arrived at the dark cell, he only needed to tell the guards to look for Warden Zhang.
Lin Jin descended from the cloud and saw a guard with a lantern in front of the dark cell. It was still early in the night so the guard wasn't tired but he looked a little lethargic.
That was normal. Anyone would be bored if they had to guard this job all day long.
Lin Jin stepped forward and the guard was immediately alerted. He said, "This is the city's prison. It's a restricted area for the government. Halt."
Coupled with the long saber hanging from his waist and the black hellhound walking out from behind him, most people wouldn't have the guts to barge in recklessly.
Lin Jin saluted, revealing his three-ringed sleeve and said, "I'm looking for Warden Zhang."
The guard clearly knew what Lin Jin meant so his attitude softened. However, he still scanned Lin Jin from head to toe before saying, "He's inside, in the house to the left of the yard."
Lin Jin thanked the guard and stepped forward. When he passed by the black hellhound, he flashed the creature a smile and the latter immediately lowered its tail in fear, whimpering in fear.
The guard had never seen such a situation before. It had to be known that the Black Cerberus was a special breed. Although its rank was not high, it was definitely the kind of beast that dared to fight against beasts that were much stronger than it. Even if it knew that it was no match for its opponent, the Black Cerberus would not fear death. This kind of beast did not know what fear and retreat were.
But at this moment, this Black Hellhound was actually scared to this extent.
Leaving the confused guard behind, Lin Jin strode into the yard.
Unlike other mansions, the walls here were tall, thick wooden doors, and iron windows. There were also many black hellhounds patrolling the yard. When Lin Jin entered, the black hellhounds turned to look at him. In the darkness, only their glowing eyes could be seen.
Lin Jin knocked on the door of the house on the left and an old warden came out. His uniform was a little tattered.
"Warden Zhang?"
The old warden nodded.
"Ouyang Tong sent me here," Lin Jin said.
The latter grinned. Noticing that the old warden was missing a front tooth, Lin Jin guessed that he must have fallen out.
"Appraiser Ouyang has told me about you. How should I address you?" the old warden asked with a smile.
"My surname is Lin!"
"Oh, Appraiser Lin, please follow me." The old warden didn't ask any more questions and walked out with a lantern. Lin Jin glanced inside the house.
Lying inside was a very old black hellhound, seemingly listless. Noticing Lin Jin's gaze, the old warden explained, "That's my pet beast. It's been with me for more than thirty years now. Just like me, it's old. If it weren't for our blood contract, it would have died a long time ago. It's always like this, listless and sleepy. When I'm free, I don't disturb it so I let it sleep."
Lin Jin nodded without saying anything.
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