Chapter 292: Ebb and Flow (Please Subscribe)
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Twenty minutes later, Geng Tai returned to Jin Tianchen's side, "President Jin, that kid didn't fall for it, the money was collected by other institutions on his behalf, and we couldn't obtain any evidence."
Jin Tianchen didn't seem to care much, "As expected, the one surnamed Lin isn't a fool, and with Fang Ranran watching over him, the chances of him making a mistake were always slim. I'm just curious why Fang Ranran would agree to let him accept that money?"
Geng Tai also found it strange, but said with a smile on his face, "No matter the reason, it doesn't really matter. With President Jin's strength, how could that kid possibly be your match? That guy is just quick to draw his sword, and even if it's the Yang Pulling Slash, it's actually no match for you."
Jin Tianchen chuckled, thinking to himself that Lin Rui's martial arts skills were actually very high.
He had watched Lin Rui's martial arts videos, and each move seemed as if it had been perfected over a decade or two, making one wonder how he had managed to train like that.
However, martial arts combat, apart from the martial skills, also involved cultivation and one's bloodline talents.
Jin Tianchen was confident he had a 100% chance of winning.
And as long as Lin Rui did not use that Yang Pulling Slash, Jin Tianchen could rest assured and implant an SSS-grade growth suit.
At that time, his combat strength would be beyond comparison to his current state.
Jin Tianchen was not worried about Lin Rui reneging, as there was no one in the world who could go back on a deal with him, Jin Tianchen.
Thinking about Lin Rui's videos, Jin Tianchen's face darkened again, "Have you found Zhao Yan and Nolan Wei's alternate identities?"
In Lin Rui's martial arts videos, Zhao Yan and Nolan Wei often appeared.
Not only was Lin Rui himself becoming extremely popular, but he was also promoting his teammates.
Moreover, since the start of the competition, the combat prowess displayed by these two in the consecutive nine martial arts battles had been quite impressive, and their popularity had recently skyrocketed, far surpassing their days at Mingde University in Second City.
Yet Jin Tianchen could not tolerate the fact that these two individuals, whom he had once trampled into the mud, had managed to climb back out.
Was it not comfortable staying down there?
Jin Tianchen had already shown mercy, sparing their lives for the sake of their teammates, but instead of lying low, they had come back to obstruct his way, seeking death?
Jin Tianchen, mindful of the Fang family, could not act against them in the Ninth Base City, but their alternates on Tianji Star were not something Fang Ranran could protect if she wished to.
These two had studied at Mingde University in Second City and used the Divine Descent Ritual of the Martial Arts Society there.
Therefore, Jin Tianchen had their alternate identities at his fingertips.
"We've found them. They previously used the cover of Tianlan Corporation to change their identities, unaware that President Jin had already taken precautions with their alternates. They are now in Luoying of the Great Song, serving as Protectors in the residence of Imperial Censor Zhao Yang."
A strange gleam appeared in Geng Tai's eyes, "In addition, we made an unexpected discovery during our investigation. Imperial Censor Zhao Yang is very likely to be Fang Ranran's maternal grandfather, the founder of Mingde University, and the Federation's two-star Marshal, Linghu Mingde! The Zhao family has a granddaughter named Zhao Yingxu."
"Zhao Yingxu?"
Jin Tianchen was taken aback upon hearing this, then said thoughtfully, "Ranran, Yingxu, the clear and the present merge into the past; a beauty by the clear river, chanting her melancholy verses through the night—"
Jin Tianchen was internally shocked; Linghu Mingde was an initial generation alternate being, and with the conditions of such an initial generation, he actually managed to become an Imperial Censor of the second rank in the Great Song dynasty!
Rumors had it that Linghu Mingde was growing old and was close to death, but his alternate was still occupying a position as Imperial Censor in the Great Song dynasty, deeply trusted by the emperor and several Divine Envoys.
It was at that moment that Jin Tianchen received a phone call.
It was from the Chairman of Jinhao Real Estate Group, his uncle.
Jin Tianchen's scalp tingled as he wondered how the actions of the Environmental Protection Agency could be so fast?
He had also been worried about this matter, as Fang Ranran was not like him. Though they were both second-generation wealthy, and Fang Ranran was two years younger than him, this girl not only inherited her late mother's legacy but also her grandfather's connections and resources; her strength was incomparable to his.
However, now that Geng Tai had this unexpected gain, Jin Tianchen felt that he had a way to deal with his uncle.
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When Fang Ranran left Olin Manor, she let Lin Rui drive while she sat in the passenger seat, constantly looking up and down at Lin Rui.
She still couldn't believe that this guy's alternate was about to undergo draconic metamorphosis.
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Fang Ranran's talent is also very high. After the closure of her fontanel a year ago, she started practicing martial arts and had various top-tier resources at her disposal. Yet, now she has just barely touched the edge of her "Dragon Shedding."
Lin Rui, feeling uncomfortable under her gaze, rubbed his forehead, "I'm really not lying to you. I will be able to 'Dragon Shed' within five days. I'm collaborating with Professor Sima on a project at the Eastern Science Academy, right? You can ask him. I'm certain I won't lose the fight with Jin Tianchen."
Fang Ranran took a deep breath, struggling to calm her emotions.
Fang Ranran really wanted to ask Lin Rui about his 'abnormality.'
Hearing what Lin Rui and Wang Sen had previously let slip, it seemed they both had been mingling around a county town. How had their 'abnormalities' been able to cultivate so quickly?
Speaking of which, the mithril, sacred gold, and various other materials Lin Rui had recently sold to the Azure Sky Group had already reached a total value of 2 billion federal dollars.
Sister Emerald always wanted to clear up the situation with Lin Rui's abnormality but was held back by Fang Ranran.
Fang Ranran was not as utilitarian as her father. She always remembered her grandfather's teaching that everything in the world has a line not to be crossed hastily.
Zhao Yan and Nolan Wei had no choice. Their 'abnormalities' were under Jin Tianchen's control. Without securing their 'abnormalities,' they couldn't join Mingde University.
Under normal circumstances, Fang Ranran wouldn't come into contact with their 'abnormalities.'
However, both of them were unaware that the Imperial Censor was actually the first chancellor of Mingde University; they just thought he was connected to the Azure Sky Group's network.
There was also Lu Fang. His father actually had a secret identity, the chief family general under her maternal grandfather in the Sky's Edge Star, so after Lu Fang faced a major setback at 17 and his path as a martial arts star was cut off, he now hung around with her.
Almost no one in the martial arts club knew that in fact, Lu Fang was her true heir within the club.
Fang Ranran shook her head, recalling her sparring sessions with Lin Rui.
She thought that if this guy really advanced to 'Dragon Shedding,' he indeed stood a great chance of winning.
Although it was just Lin Rui's abnormality that was undergoing 'Dragon Shedding,' Lin Rui's body enhancement armor, the 'Dragon Armor,' would still have to wait until his physical fitness reached over 3,000 or even 4,000 points before it could be implanted.
But Lin Rui was not falling behind in spiritual power, and by then, his physical fitness would surely be even stronger.
And Lin Rui's blade speed was really fast, his Escape Skill was also incredibly strong.
Fang Ranran folded her arms, deep in thought, "Jin Tianchen will definitely bet in the underground gambling during that time, he might even set up his own game. If you're really confident, I might just place a bet against him in the gambling ring."
She didn't partake in underground gambling, feeling that the money was too dirty.
But Jin Tianchen's words and actions today really angered Fang Ranran.
She had already warned Jin Tianchen, but the bastard still dared to threaten her in front of her, using Lin Rui's relatives.
Fang Ranran pondered that besides the real estate project, she should still make some trouble for Jinhao Real Estate Group.
She didn't realize that Lin Rui harbored the same thoughts.
Just being a Major General in the Security Bureau was indeed not enough to contend with Jinhao Real Estate Group, a major group straddling both political and business spheres.
But now he was also in command of the ninth division of the Guang Ming Holy Church.
Lin Rui was pondering how to utilize this immense power effectively, preferably like the wind sneaking in at night, moistening everything silently, trying not to affect the believers' lives, nor endanger their personal safety.
It was such a pity to keep the No. 9 dormant like this, but if it endangered the lives of the believers, Lin Rui wouldn't be able to live with himself.
Or should he just use his private armed force and directly deal with that scum?
Lin Rui shook his head, considering that there's a saying: 'With a weapon in hand, the desire to kill naturally arises.' This saying did make sense. When a person possesses great power, it often brings a tremendous arrogance and the impulse to harm others.
He smiled at her words, "I'm definitely confident. By the way, Miss Fang, where do you want to go?"
Fang Ranran shook her head slightly, "Let's get you to the university first."
Lin Rui thought it was just perfect. With the 900 million federal dollars from Jin Tianchen about to be transferred, he had just about gathered the money needed for Ji Xueying's body enhancement surgery, and he could ask Professor Sima to perform the surgery on Ji Xueying.
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