Lin Chen had been renovating in the small courtyard for the past few days.
Even meals were sent in by the servants.
The fifth-level spiritual weapon, the Sky Origin Hammer, was exceptionally powerful, and it greatly enhanced Lin Chen's already formidable combat power, reaching a new level.
Within the scope of the Earthly Spirit Realm, no one could match Lin Chen!
Night was falling as the sun set in the west.
The invitational tournament would start the next day.
As Lin Chen was about to take a bath, change clothes, and have an early rest, a servant walked into the courtyard.
He said, "Mr. Lin, the general and his wife have invited you to dine."
"Alright."
Lin Chen thought for a moment and agreed.
He had been residing in the General's Mansion for the past few days, which had inevitably troubled Liu Wei's family.
It was customary to bid farewell to them before leaving.
As for this spiritual weapon's kindness, he would repay it tenfold after winning the invitational tournament!
He walked to the courtyard and saw that Liu Wei and Li Ru had prepared a table of food.
"Uncle Liu, Aunt Ru."
Lin Chen couldn't help but smile. "I've been staying at the General's Mansion all this time, and I've troubled you!"
"What trouble?"
Liu Wei waved his hand. "Xiao Chen, there's no need to be polite with Uncle Liu and Aunt Ru. You need to say so if you have anything. With my esteemed status, I can write you a letter of recommendation to many second-rate sects in the Dongyuan Territory. It's much better to find a sect to settle down in than to go back to the Five Kingdoms."
He spoke from the heart.
It was clear that Liu Wei was sincerely thinking of Lin Chen.
"Yes, with your talent, it would be a waste to stay in the Five Kingdoms."
Li Ru also said warmly, "I remember you mentioned that you had a sect, but I don't know which one it is?"
"Blazing Sun Sect."
Lin Chen replied honestly.
Liu Wei was startled, then smiled and said, "So it's the Blazing Sun Sect, the number one sect in the Five Kingdoms. It has recently regained its status as a second-rate sect. Its overall strength is not bad. It's a pity that Su Hongyi is too reckless. He was severely injured in a battle with the Zephyr Pavilion..."
Speaking of the end, he couldn't help but sigh. "But since you have a sect, Xiaochen, I won't say anything more. The Blazing Sun Sect is good, and Su Hongyi is a responsible sect leader, but... the situation may not be so good!"
"The Blazing Sun Sect has treated me well. I will never leave, no matter what."
Lin Chen stated.
"Yes, he is a kind and righteous person."
Liu Wei waved his hand carelessly. "Come on, let's start drinking!"
Lin Chen filled a cup of wine and then filled one for Liu Wei. "Uncle Liu, I mainly came here to say goodbye."
"Goodbye? Xiaochen, are you not at ease living in the General's Mansion?"
Li Ru was taken aback.
Lin Chen was amused and waved his hands quickly. "Aunt Ru, that's not it..."
"Women, what do you know? The reason Xiaochen came to say goodbye is because the invitational tournament starts tomorrow."
Liu Wei chuckled. "Xiao Chen, Uncle Liu wishes you a good result in the invitational competition. Show the world and become famous!"
With that, he reached for the food.
"Slap!"
Li Ru knocked Liu Wei's hand with her chopsticks and said angrily, "That right, I don't know anything, but you do, right? You're so capable, don't eat the food I cooked. Do it yourself!"
"Oh, aren't you going to kill me? Madam, I apologize. Can't I?"
Liu Wei raised his hands and apologized repeatedly.
Outside, he was the esteemed protector of Lingyu City, with a noble status and a dignified demeanor.
But at home, he was also a henpecked husband.
The atmosphere became cheerful and lively.
"Okay, stop talking nonsense and hurry up and eat."
Li Ru covered her mouth and smiled. "Try my cooking!"
"Sure, it's delicious. Even though I've eaten it for so many years, my wife's cooking has always been so good!"
Liu Wei took a bite and praised it incessantly.
He was truly not exaggerating!
"Come on, bottoms up!"
Liu Wei raised his wine glass and clinked it with Lin Chen.
"By the way, why haven't I seen Liu Jiaojiao?"
Lin Chen was curious and asked casually.
"Hmph, don't even mention it. I fume whenever I think of that girl."
Liu Wei put down his wine glass with a displeased expression. "She has good talent, but she just doesn't practice diligently. She hangs out with a group of friends all day, going here and there to play. For not working as hard as you, she's only at level nine of the Earthly Spirit Realm!"
"Alright, aren't you used to it?"
Li Ru rolled her eyes at Liu Wei but also said with some worry, "Jiaojiao told me that she went to Guanyue Tower to attend a friend's coming-of-age ceremony. I didn't expect her to be there for so long and not come back. It's already dinnertime."
"Guanyue Tower?"
Lin Chen raised his eyebrows. He had heard of this name.
Guanyue Tower was a very famous restaurant in Lingyu City, known for its extravagance.
Those who could frequent it were either rich or noble.
It was said that each private room had to be booked several days in advance.
Moreover, there was a huge demand for the rooms.
Even just a deposit to reserve a private room cost dozens of second-level spirit jades.
It was worth mentioning that this was a year's cultivation expenses for an ordinary family.
Even some of the young masters of aristocratic families in the city might not be able to afford it!
"No, the more I think about it, the angrier I get. I'll go get her back."
Liu Wei slammed the table and glared. "She has really gone too far, not coming back so late. From now on, she must be grounded and not allowed to associate with those hoodlums anymore!"
"Alright, aren't you making things difficult for her for no reason?"
Li Ru glared at Liu Wei. "Jiaojiao is no longer a child. She has grown up and wants face. If you go to get her back in such a rage, have you considered your daughter's feelings? With so many friends around, do you want her to be humiliated?"
"Then what should we do?"
Liu Wei sat down again angrily, somewhat unhappy.
Lin Chen chuckled and put down his chopsticks. "Uncle Liu, Aunt Ru, let me go. I'm about the same age as her, and it's easier to communicate with her."
"Oh, Xiaochen, you're forcing me to laugh."
Li Ru sighed and shook her head. "That child really loves to play, and it's not convenient for her father and I to intervene. We can only trouble you."
"It's a small matter. Uncle Liu and Aunt Ru, don't worry too much."
Lin Chen reassured.
After leaving the General's Mansion, Lin Chen went straight to Guanyue Tower.
Guanyue Tower was located in the most prosperous area of Lingyu City. It was extremely lively, with people coming and going.
On the wide street, many luxurious carriages arrived and stopped in front of Guanyue Tower.
Many young masters of aristocratic families took pride in spending money at Guanyue Tower.
This Guanyue Tower had five floors in total. It was not particularly tall, but it was magnificent and exuded nobility.
It was obvious that this building was built by an expert, and every detail had been carefully considered.
Eight white jade stone pillars stood tall, supporting the entrance hall.
It was grand!
In front of the courtyard, there were groups of women in cheongsams standing on both sides. They were tall and slender, which was dazzling.
Lin Chen remained composed and walked straight towards the courtyard.
But before he could reach the steps, he was stopped by two tall guards.
"Sir, please show me your invitation!"