Chapter 486: Chapter 41: Lin Chen: My Unbreakable Connection with the Ancestral Hall (Second Update)

The entire Linhu Village has only two places that are the cleanest.

One is by the lake, and the other is the road in front of the Lin Family’s gate.

"An elder in the village is like a treasure."

Su Lingchuan walked on the bluestone road, feeling sentimental. Lord Jia was willing to stay in Linhu Village not only because of its picturesque scenery but also due to the management of Village Chief Zhao Canghe.

Generally, for fishing villages by the lake, the lakefront wouldn’t be so clean; even without mentioning the fish scales everywhere, there would always be some fishy smell attracting flying insects.

If Linhu Village’s lakefront was in such disarray, even if Lord Jia wanted to stay in Poyang County, he wouldn’t choose Linhu Village; he would find a quiet courtyard in the county town instead.

Though martial artists aren’t picky about small matters, it doesn’t mean they have no requirements for their living environment.

Arriving at the Lakefront Villa where Lord Jia resides, Su Lingchuan suddenly froze, barely believing what he saw.

Lord Jia’s villa has a fence wall, with some flower branches entwined, but at this season, the branches are withered, allowing a view of the yard through the fence slits.

A few breaths later, the gate opened, and a youth stood smiling at the entrance.

"Lord Su, the teacher invites you!"

"Lin Chen, when did you return?"

Su Lingchuan hurried forward, surprised as he just received news of Lin Chen defeating the three Yu Beichen brothers in Lingxiao City, and now Lin Chen had returned to Linhu Village.

"Arrived early today; thought of visiting the teacher before seeking an audience with the lord at the Martial Affairs Office."

"Between us, no need for such formalities."

Su Lingchuan waved his hand; with Lin Chen’s current status, although his strength isn’t as strong as Su Lingchuan’s, his position far surpasses that of Su Lingchuan as Director, thus rendering "seeking audience" unnecessary.

"As a disciple studying at the Martial Arts Academy, the lord has cared much for the disciple; this care cannot be changed by a rise in position; in the disciple’s heart, the lord will always be an elder."

Hearing Lin Chen’s words, Su Lingchuan was momentarily startled; then patted Lin Chen’s shoulder, all words left unspoken.

Given Lin Chen’s current position as a martial prodigy in Liang, it’s commendable he still shows such respect and keeps a pure heart.

Lin Chen led Su Lingchuan into the villa, exchanging greetings with Jia Nanzhu and also seeing He Ruyun.

Due to Lin Chen’s visit, both He Ruyun and Su Lingchuan focused more on Lin Chen, who did not hold back and briefly recounted his journey from the Canglan Martial Arts Academy to Lingxiao City.

Especially during the fights in Lingxiao City, even if Lin Chen described them lightly, they still made Su Lingchuan and He Ruyun’s hearts surge with emotions.

This is what a martial artist should be!

They both once harbored aspirations of making their mark in the martial arts world.

Yet, upon leaving the county town and the prefecture city, they discovered countless martial artists more talented than themselves.

Jia Nanzhu just quietly listened with a smile, not interrupting Lin Chen’s recount, leaving most of the conversation to Lin Chen, Su Lingchuan, and He Ruyun.

After half a period, Su Lingchuan and He Ruyun exchanged glances and decided to take their leave.

From the conversation, they learned Lin Chen had not been back in Linhu Village long, so surely there were private matters he wished to discuss with Lord Jia.

Lin Chen stood up to see them off, stopping after walking a distance out of the villa.

"Lin Chen, this time back, do you plan to visit the Martial Arts Academy?"

"Yes, I plan to visit the academy when I head into the city."

Lin Chen nodded, since he returned, he certainly planned to visit the academy, only discreetly meeting the hall masters and his Junior Brothers Zhao.

"Alright, once you’re in the county town, make sure to notify my office; I’ll host a banquet to welcome you."

"Lord, there’s no need for that."

"I know you’re modest; those coming will be familiar faces, sparing you from calling on everyone."

Su Lingchuan smiled slightly, not waiting for Lin Chen to respond: "The matter is decided, no need to see us off any further."

Lin Chen smiled wryly, watching Lord Su Lingchuan and He Ruyun depart until their figures vanished from view before turning back to the villa.

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"Senior Brother He, you visit Linhu Village even more frequently than me."

"Junior Brother Su, what do you mean by this?"

He Ruyun looked puzzled: "As County Magistrate of Poyang County, it’s my duty to inspect my jurisdictions; it’s rather Junior Brother Su who seems to have no reason to visit Linhu Village."

Su Lingchuan’s mouth twitched slightly: "Lord Jia is retired from the Military Affairs Hall, thus considered my senior; as Director, visiting him is perfectly legitimate."

The two exchanged a glance and then laughed together.

Everyone seeks advancement!

Not only in strength but also in official position.

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"Have they left?"

"Yes, Lord Su is very enthusiastic and plans to host a welcoming banquet once I arrive in the city."

Lin Chen shook his head wryly, Jia Nanzhu said with a smile: "Su Lingchuan is a smart person; he knows you prefer keeping a low profile, so the banquet will likely only include those you’re familiar with."

Lin Chen nodded: "Lord Su is indeed very considerate."

"This trip back to Poyang County, is there a reason?"

"Teacher, have you guessed something?"

Jia Nanzhu stroked his beard: "From Lingxiao City to Poyang County then to Canglan Martial Arts Academy isn’t exactly on route; you’ve been away from home for less than half a year, shouldn’t be feeling homesick so soon."

"Teacher, you’re truly insightful, nothing escapes you."

Lin Chen complimented: "I met Elder Zhao at the Martial Arts Garden in Lingxiao City; Elder Zhao told me to await Sixth Transformation martial resources at Poyang County’s Martial Arts Garden."