Chapter 1029: Help Me Handle Something

Chapter 1029: Chapter 1029: Help Me Handle Something

When Jiang Qi heard Chen Rui mention "the treasure," a barely noticeable gleam flickered in his eyes.

His expression became even more arrogant, with a hint of a proud smile on his lips, as if that "treasure" was not only precious in a material sense but also a symbol of his identity and power.

He slowly rotated the golden cup in his hand, letting out a cold laugh and glancing disdainfully at Chen Rui.

"Chen Rui, this treasure is no ordinary thing," Jiang Qi’s voice carried a coldness and arrogance, "Its value, I fear you can hardly imagine." He sat up straighter, evidently possessing a strong desire to own and pride in this treasure.

For Jiang Qi, that treasure was not only a symbol of power but also the key to ascending the peak of authority in the future.

For this reason, he was unwilling to let outsiders see it easily, especially someone like Chen Rui.

"Such a treasure," Jiang Qi continued, eyes full of contempt, "isn’t something someone like you could easily behold."

His tone was filled with disdain for Chen Rui, as if saying that Chen Rui wasn’t even qualified to take a glimpse of such a treasure.

He tapped the table lightly with his fingers, appearing extremely casual, as if completely ignoring Chen Rui. To him, Chen Rui was just an insignificant person, not worth spending more thought on.

Upon hearing Jiang Qi say this, a surge of disappointment and frustration welled up in Chen Rui’s heart.

He had initially looked forward to this opportunity to catch a glimpse of the treasure’s true appearance, hoping to use this chance to earn Jiang Qi’s favor and secure a higher position for himself.

But Jiang Qi’s words were like a cold splash of water, instantly extinguishing his hopes, leaving him secretly annoyed in his heart.

A hint of gloom flashed through Chen Rui’s eyes, and his mood plummeted, his disappointment almost palpable.

However, despite the internal resentment and disappointment, Chen Rui dared not show it. After all, he was well aware that he had no room for resistance in front of Jiang Qi and could only continue to feign an obsequious manner, hoping Jiang Qi might change his mind.

Thus, Chen Rui forcibly reined in his disappointment, maintaining a deferential smile on his face.

He nodded repeatedly, continuing to flatter: "Saint Heir is absolutely right; such divine objects aren’t something mere mortals can easily see. You truly are blessed, Saint Heir, to have such treasures in your grasp—it’s certainly a heavenly blessing! Although I have no fate to see it, just hearing you mention it, Saint Heir, is fortune enough for lifetimes."

His voice was still filled with flattery, but the trace of reluctance and bitterness was evident.

Chen Rui felt increasingly defeated inside, yet dared not express any dissatisfaction outwardly.

On the contrary, he redoubled his efforts in flattering Jiang Qi, his tone brimming with praise for Jiang Qi’s "wisdom and might."

"Saint Heir, you truly are a favored child of the heavens, with such treasures in your grasp, it’s truly admirable."

Chen Rui’s smile was somewhat stiff, his eyes filled with helplessness and reluctance.

He desperately repressed his inner disappointment and resentment, striving to appear humble and subservient.

However, Jiang Qi did not say anything more, merely casting a disdainful glance at Chen Rui, clearly unaffected by his flattery.

Jiang Qi was well aware of Chen Rui’s ingratiating behavior but had no intention of offering any favors.

To him, Chen Rui was merely a pawn to be used at any moment, not worth expending additional thought.

Seeing Jiang Qi unmoved, Chen Rui’s disappointment and reluctance grew even stronger, yet he continued to maintain a pleasing posture, still flattering, as if hoping to salvage some dignity.

However, he knew well that he was powerless before Jiang Qi, forced to silently endure his internal humiliation and unwillingness.

Had it not been for the tightly defended place, Chen Rui wouldn’t have come here seeking trouble.

After a moment of silence, Jiang Qi suddenly thought of something, a sinister gleam flashing in his eyes.

He sat up slightly, coldly staring at Chen Rui with a meaningful smile on his lips.

"Chen Rui, I remember you keep a few filthy pigs, right?" Jiang Qi’s tone carried a hint of probing, but his gaze was filled with calculation.

Chen Rui froze for a moment, inwardly anxious. He didn’t understand why Jiang Qi suddenly mentioned filthy pigs, but he knew Jiang Qi wouldn’t bring it up without reason.

Despite his confusion, Chen Rui dared not slack and nodded repeatedly, hurriedly responding: "Yes, Saint Heir, I indeed keep a few filthy pigs. Although those filthy pigs are ugly, they are quite useful in certain special tasks."

Jiang Qi listened to Chen Rui’s reply, his smile growing deeper, as if he had thought of something amusing. He slowly stood up, walked to Chen Rui, his gaze carrying a hint of slyness and coldness.

Then, he suddenly burst into laughter, his laughter echoing throughout the vast palace, sounding extremely piercing and sinister.

"Hahaha! In that case, it’s not impossible to see my treasure." Jiang Qi’s laughter abruptly ceased, his gaze sharp, his tone leaving no room for negotiation, "However, you must use those filthy pigs to help me accomplish one thing."

Chen Rui’s heart tightened, hearing Jiang Qi’s tone, he realized he might have no retreat.

Even though he didn’t know what Jiang Qi wanted him to do, from Jiang Qi’s expression, he already felt the invisible pressure.

Despite this, Chen Rui still forced a smile, continuing to flatter: "Saint Heir, anything you instruct, I will of course do my utmost. May I ask what you need my filthy pigs to do?"

Jiang Qi didn’t answer immediately, instead assessing Chen Rui with a superior gaze, as if evaluating his loyalty.

After a moment, he spoke coldly, his tone undisputedly commanding: "I want you to use those filthy pigs to help me catch Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao."

Upon hearing Jiang Qi’s words, a storm surged within Chen Rui, leaving him momentarily stunned, filled with surprise and confusion.

Because he had already captured Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao and locked them in the pigsty.

Now, Jiang Qi suddenly requesting him to capture these two, left Chen Rui at a loss.

"Is Jiang Qi testing me?" This thought crossed Chen Rui’s mind. He carefully recalled Jiang Qi’s expression and tone, yet found that the other didn’t seem to be deliberately probing.

Jiang Qi’s tone carried more of a habitual command, rather than implicit probing or hints.

But if Jiang Qi truly didn’t know Ye Qingchen and Xiao Xiao were already captured, then what was his purpose for making this request now?

"Could I be overthinking it? He merely wants me to catch them?" Chen Rui’s doubts deepened, but he dared not act rashly.