"I think the Governor’s last name is Feng, right? If I were to shake hands with the Governor, my sister and the youngest might get so excited when they see it on TV."
Qin Shi smiled. Although New Dongxia constantly emphasizes the equality of citizens’ human rights, the deeply ingrained hierarchy and the concept of "government officials" are still hard to erase.
Heng Province’s highest official warmly welcomed him and expressed kind regards. At any time, this would be considered a matter of bringing honor to one’s ancestors.
"The Governor is from Hai Province, last name Feng, first name Wuyang. An authentic Battle Group veteran, a fierce general from the Military Department, he took up the position of Planet Governor due to age and inability to continue in active service, as a form of retirement."
Holvren explained, letting Qin Shi have some understanding.
"Which Battle Group, Brother Huo? The Fourth Battle Group?"
Qin Shi raised his eyebrows and asked.
"Look at what you’re saying, most of the Fourth Battle Group chooses lifelong service, especially those above the camp level. The Governor is from the Seventh Battle Group and was a chief of staff at the division level."
It seems a connection can’t be established.
Qin Shi felt a bit regretful.
He thought of Old Liang, since he’s back from retirement, guessing he didn’t reach the camp-level unit.
"I even planned to write a memoir titled ’My Master Is a Major General’ after becoming famous, what a pity. Old Liang, you’re just not ambitious enough!"
Night fell, and Central City was brightly lit, like a vast sea of light.
The local TV station conducted an interview, randomly selecting passersby to inquire with various questions. Among them, one question was the most pointed.
That is, rather than staying here year after year, day by day, working like an ox or horse, why not head to places like the Tai’an Metropolitan Area or other Barrier Cities to live a relatively easier life?
The answers were varied and diverse.
But the most recognized answer was, "Wealth in Central City may not flow equally to everyone, but its splendor is shared by everyone."
Amid the vast sea of light, a craft ascended and landed on Floating Island No. 1.
Ying Huang sat in the first-class cabin, a goblet filled with crimson wine. As the first in line to inherit, he seemed particularly fond of drinking, always sipping a little.
"Little Zhou, try this. Among my collection, it’s one of the finest, called ’Mandrake’s Kiss.’ Even at the mid-level of Specialized Level, drinking a few glasses can give you a tipsy sensation, with a slightly sweet taste and just the right acidity, making you feel as if kissed by a mandrake, your heart rippling."
Ying Huang enthusiastically recommended his collection, but Zhou Yuanchen, sitting beside him, looked very uncomfortable and politely declined:
"I am still in the transformative stage of solidifying my Specialized Domain, so I cannot engage in harmful behaviors that might damage my body, including drinking and smoking."
Ying Huang retracted the wine glass, surprised:
"That’s an old martial purity habit. I didn’t expect, Little Zhou, that you also understand the best of various schools and haven’t been confined by the new martial framework."
Zhou Yuanchen forced a smile. Staying beside this first in line inheritor from the Ying family felt like sitting on pins and needles, his back against thorns, filled with unease.
The reason was simple.
Ying Huang, aside from his family background, has extraordinary personal abilities, but his hobbies are somewhat peculiar.
He is passionate about collecting and possessing everything "beautiful," such as fine wines, beautiful scenery, and even beautiful people.
Yes, not "beautiful women," but "beautiful people."
Knowing this, despite Zhou Yuanchen’s belief that he hardly qualifies as "beautiful," he found it difficult not to resist physical contact.
"Little Zhou, what do you think of Qin Shi? He was the strong adversary you encountered in the hundred-strong competition, the final winner who defeated you. You should know him somewhat."
Ying Huang smiled, shaking his wine glass.
Until now, Holvren hadn’t responded.
Indicating that the Nanhuang Daoist School’s heir indeed isn’t inclined towards reconciliation talks.
This creates more problems to solve.
"Undoubtedly, he is a genius, an all-round genius. Mr. Qin is the most balanced and least flawed ’strong adversary’ I have ever seen. Physique, speed, reaction, potential... All elements that assess strength, he possesses, and at remarkably high levels."
Zhou Yuanchen said truthfully.
"Sounds like He Lanchan."
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"I truly look forward to our first meeting."
In the small red building, the sound of smashing and crashing was incessant.
The butler who came from Hai Province with Ying Huang, Luo Bing, bowed his head, waiting silently for Ying Lin’s rage to subside and regain calmness.
"Everything the family asked me to do, what did I not accomplish? I’m not from a branch family! Both Brother Qi and I are direct descendants! To erase He Lanchan’s traces, we were sent to such a remote place like Heng Province, suffering countless hardships?"
Ying Lin’s eyes were red, not from sorrow but from the use of forbidden substances, filling his pupils with bloodshot lines, making him look especially sinister.
"To bury Shen Changyuan, our family nearly perished, even Brother Qi lost his life! Only I remained, like a prisoner, kept in this building! Now, suddenly there’s Qin Shi, I put all my assets on him... Tell me, haven’t I contributed enough to the family?"
Luo Bing kept silent, at this moment, Ying Lin was like a madman, definitely not to be touched.
Almost twenty minutes passed before Ying Lin, dressed in a robe, finally got tired.
Standing on the bedroom carpet, the surroundings were a total mess.
Many bottles of expensive wine were smashed and spilled, with crimson liquid soaking in, resembling blood stains.
"Luo Bing, you are the person I trust most. Tell me, is there any way to prevent me from becoming a discard? Ying Huang loves to act as a peacemaker. Compared to solving Qin Shi, he will undoubtedly think of settling me first."