Vice Commander Liu's actions can be considered as making amends.
In fact, he has followed City Lord Lan Ao for many years. Over time, he has developed a keen eye.
He is clear about who he can afford to provoke and who he cannot.
Of course, City Lord Lan Ao enjoys a high status and has quite a reputation throughout the Dongyuan Region.
With his neutral stance, formidable combat power, and popularity, he has always been successful at winning over other forces.
With all the guests coming and going, there will definitely be many powerful individuals with good reputations.
It is important to be careful and remember not to offend these people or create enemies for the City Lord.
"Vice Commander Liu, this fellow has no background at all. He doesn't even have an invitation letter. Why are you being so polite to him?"
The管家 was being cautious even with his words.
He can yell at some insignificant people, but in front of truly important figures, he wouldn't dare to make a sound.
Vice Commander Liu is a powerful cultivator at the fourth level of the Heavenly Spirit Realm, comparable to some second-rate sect leaders.
With such formidable fighting power, it is no wonder that the butler did not dare to speak carelessly.
"Slap!"
Vice Commander Liu backhanded him a slap and said indifferently, "From this day forward, if I see you in the City Lord's Mansion again, don't blame me for being ruthless!"
After saying this, he turned and entered the City Lord's Palace.
Even if this kid has no background, don't forget what day it is!
Today is the City Lord's birthday, and powerful figures from all over have come to celebrate. How dare you snatch someone's pills?
Isn't this bringing shame to the entire City Lord's Mansion?
Lin Chen stepped inside and scanned the surroundings.
The interior of the City Lord's Palace is exquisitely decorated.
Evidently, City Lord Lan Ao's birthday is a grand event for Seven Heart City!
However, this year, because Lan Ao's only son has lost his cultivation and is suffering from a hidden illness, the joy is not as strong.
Instead, many forces have swarmed in as if they had caught wind of it.
Everyone knows that Lan Ao only has this one son.
If he could be cured, Lan Ao would definitely owe the person a favor.
Within the vast courtyard, tables and chairs have been set up, and many musicians are performing and singing.
The music is pleasing to the ear, and there is even a hint of spiritual energy within it, making people feel relaxed and happy after listening to it.
Lin Chen found a seat and sat down, frowning slightly.
He was thinking about how he would approach Lan Ao later.
After all, Lan Ao is a distinguished figure, and not everyone is qualified to approach him.
So he can only wait for the right opportunity!
Lin Chen looked to the side and, sure enough, several old men dressed as doctors were standing in the distance.
They were obviously invited to treat the City Lord's only son.
At this time, a group of people entered the City Lord's Mansion.
The robe worn by the middle-aged man leading the group was exactly the same as the one Sun Mingzhan had worn before. He was clearly from the Tianhua Sect.
When this middle-aged man arrived, many of the surrounding forces took the initiative to greet him.
"Haha, Elder Ning, you have come as well."
Some people joked with a smile, "I heard that a few days ago, your Tianhua Sect took Hu Mu to the Chu family to demonstrate, but you ended up getting beaten so badly that you even lost the 'Xuanmang Seal'. Is this true?"
The middle-aged man, Elder Ning, darkened upon hearing this.
He raised his head and said with cold eyes, "You're just a bunch of losers from the Fighting Spirit Sect. How dare you mock us?"
'Fighting Spirit Sect?'
Lin Chen was some distance away. He raised his eyebrows slightly when he heard this.
The Fighting Spirit Sect is also a second-rate sect. Although it is not as strong as the Tianhua Sect, its reputation is not bad.
It can be seen that these two sects dislike each other and are always at each other's throats.
"It's true that our Fighting Spirit Sect is inferior to yours in terms of background. However, we are strong-willed and do not have to bow down to the Dongjiange like you... Tsk, tsk, after all, we are the second-ranked sect in the Dongyuan Region. In order to curry favor with the Dongjiange, you don't even care about your dignity."
The man from the Fighting Spirit Sect chuckled and said sarcastically.
"You're courting death!"
Murderous intent flashed in Elder Ning's eyes, as if he was about to make a move.
But he soon realized that this was Seven Heart City!
Today is City Lord Lan Ao's birthday.
He cannot make a move!
Elder Ning's face turned ashen, and he felt like he had nowhere to vent his anger.
The key point is that he couldn't refute what the other party said.
So he simply turned away and ignored the Fighting Spirit Sect.
By this time, almost all the guests had arrived.
Soon, a man wearing a golden robe walked out. He had an extraordinary bearing and a resolute expression. As he walked, he exuded the aura of a superior, making people feel a sense of awe upon seeing him.
This person is Lan Ao, the City Lord of Seven Heart City.
"City Lord Lan!"
"City Lord Lan!"
"Haha, City Lord Lan, you look radiant again."
Many guests immediately got up and gathered around, all with smiles on their faces.
Lan Ao nodded slowly, "Your presence today has brought honor to my City Lord's Palace. I have prepared some banquets, please enjoy!"
As soon as he finished speaking, maidservants filed in, serving wine and food to everyone at the tables.
Lin Chen sat alone in the corner, observing everything with calm eyes.
He is waiting.
Waiting for an opportunity!
At present, Lan Ao is surrounded by distinguished guests. Even if he goes over, he won't have much chance to speak to him.
"Elder Ning of the Tianhua Sect has come to celebrate City Lord Lan's birthday and has specially presented a pair of 300-year-old spirit herbs!"
Elder Ning presented the congratulatory gift and said with a chuckle, "I heard that City Lord Lan is suffering from a hidden illness. These 300-year-old spirit herbs have healing effects and may be of some use."
"Elder Ning is very thoughtful."
Lan Ao nodded. Although he was smiling, the worry in his eyes could not be concealed.
Seeing this, other people also stepped forward and offered their congratulatory gifts.
"Hou Yue of the Fighting Spirit Sect presents a piece of fine jasper. Holding it and cultivating with it can help focus the mind!"
The man who had mocked Elder Ning earlier stepped forward with a smile.
"The Star Chasing Chamber of Commerce presents ten jars of century-old wine!"
"The Tianyang Chamber of Commerce presents a bottle of demonic beast essence blood from a fifth level Heavenly Spirit Realm beast!"
"..."
Various congratulatory gifts were presented one after another.
"Meng Dongsheng of the East Sword Pavilion has come to celebrate City Lord Lan's birthday! I present a fifth-grade spiritual weapon and a fifth-grade spiritual formation!"
At this moment, a clear voice sounded.
Many people in the hall turned their heads to look towards the door.
Meng Dongsheng!
This name is quite well-known.
He was once a disciple of the Lihuo Sect who was trained with all the resources of the sect. He was also the first genius of the Lihuo Sect to reach the "Five Rings of the Bell." When the entire sect placed their hopes on him, he actually betrayed them on the eve of a battle and announced that he was joining the Dongjiange!
This move directly caused the entire Lihuo Sect to collapse!
Especially the sect leader, Su Hongyi, who vomited several mouthfuls of blood and almost fainted on the spot.
This blow was truly too great.
After Meng Dongsheng joined the East Sword Pavilion, his talent became even more apparent. However, in the eyes of many people, he was a shameless traitor.
But after all, this is a world that applauds success and despises failure.
His betrayal of the Lihuo Sect allowed him to become the disciple of Zhong Wen, the leader of the East Sword Pavilion, and ushered in a brighter future.
Now, who would dare to mention this matter again?