After the eagle flew away, Lin Jin emerged from the corner of the alleyway.
"Xiao Huo, oh, Xiao Huo, who do you think that person is? An average person wouldn't be able to own such a large eagle. This person must have an extraordinary background, "Lin Jin mumbled. Beside him, Xiao Huo remained silent.
He couldn't speak.
"Say, was I being too conservative back then? I should've at least listened to his self-introduction, right? Who knows, I might even be able to get some support from him, "Lin Jin continued to grumble.
Woo woo!
Xiao Huo's reply was probably a snort or two.
"You think so too? Whatever, this person isn't simple. He has a cloud sea scorpion and his blood contract is on the sixth realm, so he should be considered a contemporary expert. It's best not to provoke someone like him for now. With the Museum of Deadly Beasts, no one will be as powerful as me in the future. "
Lin Jin was gleeful as he led the baffled Xiao Huo toward the Beast Appraisal Association.
…
Beast Appraisal Association, logistics department.
For the past two days, Dong He had been cooped up in his consultation hall, afraid to step out.
Two days ago, he was found naked and unconscious on the street. His reputation had been thoroughly humiliated. Until now, Dong He still couldn't understand why those hired thugs would betray him and attack him.
Every time he recalled how pitiful it was to be surrounded by so many onlookers, Dong He trembled in anger.
Smack!
Dong He slammed his fat palm on the table. "Those thugs escaped and I can't find them. But this definitely has something to do with Lin Jin. I can't take this lying down."
Just then, someone came in. Dong He's eyes lit up at the sight and he immediately went over to greet the person.
"Sister, you're back?"
The person who came in was a beautiful middle-aged woman. Her features bore a slight resemblance to Dong He. It was Dong He's elder sister, Dong Que.
Dong Que was petite but her aura was imposing. With a dark expression, she said, "If I didn't come back, the Dong family's reputation would've been tarnished by you."
Dong He looked embarrassed but he was indignant. He mused, 'Sister, you're already married so how can you represent the Dong family? What right do you have to say that about me?'
However, he did not dare to say this.
The reason why Dong He was doing so well in the Beast Appraisal Association, managing the logistics department, was because his sister was one of the three elders of the association. Without this relationship, Dong He wouldn't have been able to land such a lucrative job based on his capabilities.
After Dong Que was seated, Dong He stood to the side.
"To think that someone as old as you would actually be knocked out, stripped naked, and left to dry on the streets. Tell me, what happened?" Dong Que asked.
Dong He had no choice but to recount everything that had happened from beginning to end.
"You're saying you hired people to deal with Lin Jin but they suddenly turned against you?" Everything was normal at first. Not long after they went in, Lin Jin's house was burned down. I was wondering if those people had gone overboard so I rushed in. But as soon as they saw me, they attacked me. I didn't even have a chance to speak. "Dong Que was clearly more thoughtful than Dong Que. Dong He was currently deep in thought. Dong He quickly nodded." That's right. I can't figure it out no matter how hard I tried.
Dong Que's expression was one of exasperation. "This definitely has something to do with Lin Jin. Have you questioned him?"
Dong He shook his head.
Afraid of embarrassing himself, he didn't even dare to step out of his door for the past two days.
"Useless!" Dong Que was infuriated.
"Your brother-in-law is an elder of the association. It doesn't matter if you're embarrassed, but what about him? However, even if we don't do anything to Lin Jin, he won't be able to live for much longer. I heard that headquarters has decided to revoke his qualifications as an official beast appraiser. It'll happen in three to five days. When he's kicked out of the association, it'll be a form of revenge for you. "
After Dong Que said this, Dong He was overjoyed.
In other words, Lin Jin's dismissal was already set in stone.
"Also, I've discussed this with your brother-in-law. You can't just sit around doing nothing. After all, you're still an apprentice beast appraiser in name. For your future, your brother-in-law and I have decided to let you practice beast appraisals as a licensed physician."
At this, Dong He immediately shook his head. "Sis, I'm doing just fine in the logistics department. Why do you …"
Dong Que raised an eyebrow and reprimanded him, "What do you know? What's so great about being a mere logistics manager? Once you become an official beast appraiser, your achievements will be much greater than a mere manager."
"An official beast appraiser?" Dong He was tempted but he knew his own limits. Shaking his head, he said, "It's not that easy to become an official beast appraiser. Sis, I'm not cut out for that."
Dong Que chuckled. "There's nothing great about becoming an official beast appraiser. It's just experience and knowledge. As an apprentice beast appraiser, you can earn experience by working as a licensed physician. Sometimes, you don't even need to take an exam. As long as there's a vacancy in the association, the chief can make an exception and promote you."
Dong He was stunned.
Wasn't Jia Qian currently walking down this path?
Noticing her brother's expression, Dong Que whispered, "I know what you're thinking. That slut Jia Qian wants to be promoted but does she deserve it? Does she think everything will be fine just because Wang Ji spoke up for her? What a joke. She has no foundation so how can she compare to you? At least you have your brother-in-law to speak up for you. You're so much better than her. As for that sly old fox Wang Ji, how could he possibly give her such an opportunity? He's just trying to take advantage of her. But that slut is so reserved. Up until now, she hasn't even let Wang Ji have a taste of her. Tell me, how could Wang Ji possibly be happy about this? He's been holding a grudge against her for a long time now. "
Dong He was tempted.
Truth be told, if he could really become an official beast appraiser, he would be even more glorious than he was now.
"One more thing. Tonight, a Rank 3 beast appraiser from Jade Dragon Kingdom's headquarters will be a guest at the City Lord Manor. Your brother-in-law will be accompanying him as well. He'll think of a way to make that Rank 3 beast appraiser your nominal mentor. With that, your future path will be paved."
Upon hearing Dong Que's words, Dong He no longer hesitated.
Only a fool would let go of such an opportunity.
Although he wanted to get intimate with Jia Qian, the problem was that he was the same as Wang Ji. He hadn't tasted any meat yet. Now that he thought about it, how could he not know that this woman was using him to achieve her own goals?
If that was the case, why should he care about her?
His sister was right. He had a foundation and as long as his brother-in-law helped him, he might really be able to become an official beast appraiser.
At the thought of his limitless future, Dong He couldn't help but look excited.
Compared to the simple-minded Dong He, his sister, Dong Que, was more mature.
"Jia Qian is nothing to be afraid of. The only thing we have to ensure now is to make that useless Lin Jin scram. If he gives up his position, then you can take it. Also, don't underestimate him too much. Be it luck or fate, for him to be able to become an official beast appraiser, he at least has some capabilities. Although it's a given that he'll be chased out, we still have to be careful. He was able to produce a fire spirit crystal and even made the person you hired turn against him. Be it luck or anything else, you can't let your guard down.
Dong Que was a scheming and meticulous person. Dong He quickly asked, "Then how do we guard against him?"
"Simple. Find someone to keep an eye on him."
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