Lin Tian pondered his words, but finally couldn’t help asking, "Minister, I’m afraid you’re going to hit a wall this time."

The South City the Xu Family wanted two medicines to cure Xu Shaohui, but they couldn’t get them.

As soon as Mr. Zhang opened his mouth, he asked for so much, which was completely going against the family alliance.

"I know what you’re thinking." Zhang Zhixing said nonchalantly, "I also know it’s difficult, but this time it concerns the safety of one side, and it’s not up to them to decide!"

"What if they don’t give it?"

"They won’t."

"You’re so sure?"

"Hmph, have you ever seen an organization that goes against the council have a good end? These families have controlled these medicinal materials for hundreds of years and have long believed those things are theirs. If they don’t lend a hand when the nation faces a crisis, then in the future, the country will control these materials!"

Lin Tian thought so too, that those family alliance members couldn’t be so foolish as to oppose the state over a few herbs, otherwise how could their family have a long future?

"Besides, it’s not like we are asking for free. These family people are so shrewd; when we take their medicine, they will want more positions and power from the council."

"Do they have a big appetite?"

"The power they want will be more valuable than these medicinal materials. So, do you think they’ll give it to me?"

"Yes, probably, but isn’t doing so just inviting pests into the council?"

"What are you talking about? The council’s willingness to delegate is one thing, whether those people can handle the responsibility is another. If those families’ people don’t have the skills, they can’t take the position either!"

This time Lin Tian understood, the council was not exchanging with power but giving these family people more opportunities than ordinary people.

For example, if two people compete for a position and one is from a family with capability and no major mistakes in political performance, the chances of rising will be much greater.

These ’divine battles’, Lin Tian could not partake in at all. He was thinking very simply now, tomorrow when he steals the medicine, he’ll also bring some out for Zhang Zhixing, which could be considered a contribution to the country.

"How’s the virus research going?" Lin Tian asked.

Zhang Zhixing said irritably, "It’s only been two days, what do you think could be researched? By the way, why are you here?"

"To attend the auction, to see if I can buy some useful medicine back."

Zhang Zhixing nodded, it seemed perfectly reasonable to him, so he didn’t ask more. He just said, "After the auction ends, contact me as soon as possible. The virus matter is urgent."

Lin Tian had no choice but to agree.

After chatting for a while, they left the room. After Zhang Zhixing and others said goodbye to Miaoqiu, they went to the next family.

Logically, Zhang Zhixing held a high position and had no need to visit around. Just like the Xu Family, he came here, and no one had a higher status than him, but he still had to come.

It’s a form of respect. After all, each family has people invested in national enterprises and made significant contributions.

During Spring Festival, even family elders had to visit each household, let alone Zhang Zhixing.

Once Mr. Zhang and his entourage left, everyone’s eyes fell on Lin Tian.

"Come on, tell us honestly, what did you talk about with the minister just now? Can’t believe it, such a big official would have matters to discuss with you privately." Miaoqiu teased jokingly.

Lin Tian rubbed his nose and said, "The minister told me to stay away from you bunch of vixens, or I’d end up dead by accidentally falling for you guys."

"Hey! Sisters, we got teased?! What do you say we do?"

"Strip him!"

...

The moon outside was full today, but the weather was bad, with the cold wind howling.

Lin Tian, wearing a thin piece of clothing, sat on a chair on the balcony.

To ordinary people, this was the act of a madman.

Lin Tian wasn’t crazy, nor was he absorbing the essence of the sun and moon, rather he was releasing Spiritual Qi to ward off the cold.

The colder it got outside, the more Spiritual Qi had to be consumed.

Until the Spiritual Qi was almost exhausted, Lin Tian still didn’t go indoors but hurriedly operated the ’Tyrant Emperor’s Record’ Heart Method, letting all the Spiritual Qi mixed with cold air immerse into his body and then released it outside again.

His meridians had just been unblocked, and although his speed of absorbing Spiritual Qi was much faster than before, it was still very unstable, and using this method was very effective.

After collecting and releasing thirty times, Lin Tian finally stood up from the chair.

"Damn... this ghost weather is really cold." He shivered and complained, wrapping himself up in his thin clothes as he walked indoors, planning to take a hot shower first.

As soon as Lin Tian entered the house, suddenly, someone jumped onto the balcony and followed Lin Tian, rushing over.

Lin Tian’s perception was incredibly sharp, even if that person’s footsteps were silent and graceful, they were still detected.

Someone with such light and nimble steps must be a master.

Here at Luoyan Dock, the least lacking were masters.

But Lin Tian couldn’t understand why this person would come looking for him?

In an instant, the words ’Wang Family’ popped into Lin Tian’s mind. After all, the only grudge he bore was with the Wang Family.

Without waiting for the other party to make a move, Lin Tian suddenly turned his head and executed a Grapple, reaching for the person’s neck.

The neck is a vital part of the body, and Lin Tian was a hundred percent sure, as long as he grabbed the enemy’s neck, he’d have control over their life or death!

Just as Lin Tian extended his Grapple, the person’s arm swung, directly pressing Lin Tian’s hand down.

If it were someone else, they wouldn’t have caught anything. But Lin Tian’s reflexes were astonishingly fast, and as his hand was pressed down, his brain instantly reacted, his body leaning forward, and his hand reached for the opponent’s chest.

Five fingers shaped like a claw, if caught, it would definitely be a severe injury.

The person obviously had good skills and reflexes, too. Her first move was to lean back.

However, her movement was still not as fast as Lin Tian’s, so naturally, Lin Tian managed to touch her chest.

The first feeling transmitted through Lin Tian’s hand was softness, elasticity, and a very pleasant feeling.

This was a woman! And a well-developed one at that!

Having her chest attacked, her first instinct was to kick, fast and fierce, forcing Lin Tian to retreat a few steps.

After retreating a few steps, Lin Tian raised his eyes again and, upon seeing the person’s face clearly, was nearly jaw-dropped in shock.

"Crap! You say you’re here, but why sneak up on me from the balcony? Trying to be a flower thief?"

"Lin Tian! You bastard! If I don’t kill you today!"