"To think that you're such a prodigious talent, excelling in formations, beast training, and alchemy... This has truly been an eye-opening experience!"
Yue Yangzhou, the white-clothed elder, cupped his fists toward Jiang Chen in admiration. "I am Yue Yangzhou, an elder of the Moonscar Chamber of Commerce in Yueyang Prefecture. Thank you for your help today."
Jiang Chen smiled faintly. "My name is Jiang Chen, from Lingyun Martial Academy. I've just dabbled a little in various fields. Elder Yue, you flatter me."
Hearing Jiang Chen's modest words, the Moonscar Chamber members couldn't help but feel a mix of awe and shame.
Dabbled a little?
In formation, beast training, and alchemy, any one of Jiang Chen's achievements surpassed them all! He had completely overshadowed them, yet he spoke as if it were nothing.
Is he deliberately trying to make us feel inferior?
"To think Lingyun Martial Academy has produced such an extraordinary genius," Yue Yangzhou said with a smile. "I have no doubt that during the upcoming Nine Province Martial Tournament in Daxia's imperial capital, Lingyun Martial Academy will shine brilliantly."
With a wave of his hand, Yue Yangzhou retrieved a golden token engraved with a crescent moon from his storage ring.
"Brother Jiang Chen, this is the Supreme Gold Order of the Moonscar Chamber of Commerce. With this token, you can make purchases in any of our branches, free of charge."
He handed the token to Jiang Chen with great respect. "I don't have much to offer, but I hope this token expresses my gratitude."
Yue Yangzhou's vision was keen. He could see that Jiang Chen's talent was unparalleled. Given time, this young man would undoubtedly become one of the most influential figures on the continent. Forming a relationship with him now was an investment worth making.
In the courtyard, everyone stared in stunned silence, including Kong Mo, whose face was twisted with envy and disbelief.
The Supreme Gold Order?!
This token was incredibly rare, even in the entire Daxia Kingdom. Only a handful of individuals possessed it, and each was a figure of immense power and influence.
How did this kid get one?!
"Thank you, Elder Yue," Jiang Chen replied calmly, accepting the token without hesitation. "I'll gladly accept your generous gift."
Yue Yangzhou laughed heartily. "Good! Today, not only have we healed the Thunderwing Eagle, but I've also had the honor of meeting someone as extraordinary as you. This is a day to remember!"
He gestured warmly. "Brother Jiang Chen, please, let me invite you to our inner courtyard for a proper reception."
Jiang Chen shook his head slightly. "Thank you, Elder Yue, but I have other matters to attend to. I'll be staying in Thunderstone City for a short time. When I visit the imperial capital in the future, I'll make sure to drop by."
"Very well," Yue Yangzhou nodded. "I'll be waiting for you at the Moonscar Chamber of Commerce headquarters in the capital."
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After leaving the Moonscar Chamber of Commerce, Jiang Chen returned to the Azure Adventure Group. There, he and Meng Qingxue bid farewell to Ye Qingshuang before departing Thunderstone City.
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One day later.
Jiang Chen and Meng Qingxue arrived back at the Jiang family residence in Cangshan City. There, he learned that the Lin and Li families had retreated, leaving the Jiang family in full control of the city.
With no immediate threats remaining, Jiang Chen set up a third-tier defensive formation to protect the Jiang family. Then, he and Meng Qingxue headed back to Lingyun Martial Academy.