Chen Mo had heard of the renowned Earth Master Thousand Households, Ye Zi’e.
Despite her delicate and ethereal appearance, she behaved perversely, a true wildcard.
Dual Cultivation?
Could it be an attempt to cultivate using deceitful means?
Chen Mo inwardly scoffed at the idea, but didn’t take it too seriously, excusing himself by saying, "Honored by Mr. Ye’s recognition, however, I am just a humble officer at the Ding Fire Department, preoccupied with mundane duties..."
Ye Zi’e waved her hand dismissively, and said, "That old fellow Bai Lingchuan doesn’t have many years left, staying at the Ding Fire Department has no future. If there’s a chance, I’ll find a way to pull you out."
While speaking, she pulled out a book from her sleeve and handed it to Chen Mo.
"Practice well, and when you reach fourth-rank, I will come to assess your progress."
"Hm?"
Chen Mo looked down and saw several large characters on the blue cover: "Dong Xuanzi Yin Yang Thirty-Six Skills."
(⊙ˍ⊙)?
Is this for real?
Busy when there’s work, idle when there’s none?
Lifting his head again, he saw the purple-clad figure had already vanished without a trace.
Chen Mo was momentarily silent.
Before he could fully process it, a looming shadow fell over him. It was Li Kui approaching, his dark eyes scrutinizing him with curiosity.
Chen Mo greeted: "Mr. Li."
He had never met this Deputy Thousand Households before, yet the man had clearly shown him favor just now.
To go against the well-established Jian Yinsan for a new Hundred Households’ sake must have a reason. Surely it wasn’t just because he was handsome.
"No wonder you’re so bold, having the backing of two Thousand Households?"
"Lord Shen asked me to take good care of you. It seems unnecessary now... Still, different government departments traditionally do not interfere with each other. Even if you have strong backers, in the Fire Department, you must still follow the rules. After all, Mr. Yun is not always so timely."
Li Kui was tall and mighty, but he spoke in a surprisingly soft, childish voice, which was quite dissonant.
"So it was Lord Shen giving unseen support?"
A warm feeling surged in Chen Mo’s heart.
It seemed this generous acting uncle cared quite a bit about him.
Regarding today’s matter, he gambled on Jian Yinsan having skeletons in the closet, making them fear escalating the issue.
Certain issues could be deemed big or small, but digging further might reveal substantial hidden implications.
Chen Mo, with much on his plate, was indifferently unaffected, but Jian Yinsan could not afford to gamble.
However, Li Kui meant well, and Chen Mo didn’t say much, simply bowing again: "Thanks for the advice, Mr. Li."
Li Kui poked his shoulder approvingly, "Not bad, robust muscles and bones, full of vitality, great material for body refinement. It’s just... a bit too frail."
"If you have time, you’re welcome to train with me at the Heavenly Martial Arena."
?
Chen Mo’s eyebrows twitched, it was his first time being called "frail."
But glancing at Li Kui’s arms, which were nearly as thick as his own thighs... he bowed his head silently, saying, "Thank you for your concern."



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