Chapter 1080 - 904: Yuling Mountain

Although both hold the title of Commander, with the same level, from the situation where Wu Jinliang gladly accepts orders, it is obvious that Wu is subordinate to Shi Chun, who is clearly the leader of the group.

This is what Yu Xuanbing observed for the moment.

Even if Yu Xuanbing wanted to investigate, he had to wait for Wu Jinliang to first identify the relevant targets, so Yu Xuanbing no longer mentioned it and returned to the premise, "What identity are you preparing to arrange for my family?"

Shi Chun thought for a moment and said, "Last time Feng Chi said that my official residence lacks someone to tend to the flowers and plants, and that he would select someone for the task, it's just right, we'll give it to your family. It's peripheral, not easily noticed, and you can go anywhere."

Thus, the identity of Yu Xuanbing's family of three was decided.

When Yu Xuanbing returned, removed the cloak, and showed his face again, he had already changed his appearance, put on a mask, concealing his true face, waiting for arrangements from Feng Chi's side.

Shi Chun had already summoned Feng Chi over and specifically made the related instructions and arrangements.

After Feng Chi left, Wu Jinliang, who had been pondering for a long time, couldn't help but move closer to Shi Chun, suspiciously saying, "It doesn't make sense, why would Gong Shaoci do that? Isn't it because you sent a gift to someone else's fiancée and caused trouble?"

Shi Chun was taken aback for a moment, puzzled, "Why would you think so? I am just friends with Miao Yilan now, usually without contact. If someone sends a gift to Duan Xiangmei, would you be unhappy?"

Wu Jinliang immediately chuckled and said, "I would be more than happy! The more gifts the better, the heavier the better…" After stopping for a moment, he hesitated and changed his tone, "It seems not the same, Life Prison today is with this one, tomorrow with another, a woman may belong to a group, but Duan Xiangmei is different, she belongs only to me, if someone had thoughts about her, I might truly be unhappy. Once you have a woman belonging to you, you might understand this. That Liang Mian, didn't he want to kill you because of Xiang Laner?"

After speaking, they both stared at each other with wide eyes.

At this moment, their some concepts were silently cross-checked.

Referring to the incident about Liang Mian wanting to kill him because of Xiang Laner, Shi Chun had initially found Liang Mian absurd and funny.

Of course, Xiang Laner's betrayal also made him very unhappy, but the unhappiness wasn't about Xiang Laner becoming Liang Mian's woman, it was about my belonging being freely taken by you there, also, I hadn't used it yet, the focus is on the word "free."

The rule of Life Prison, if you want it, you either snatch it with strength or exchange something for it.

You've taken it for free, I didn't hold you accountable, yet you bore resentment towards me, even trying to kill me, isn't this laughable?

This is also the reason why after meeting Xiang Laner again after being released from prison, he forcefully used Xiang Laner once, Liang Mian took it freely, I'm not powerful enough to dispute with you, using it once should be acceptable, right?

Actually, he understands the universal rationale at present, he completely understands the gains and losses in male and female emotions, it's just that his subconscious reaction in some concepts might occasionally be a bit out of line.

Just like what Wu Jinliang said, he now lacks a "Duan Xiangmei" for correction.

Someone like Xiang Laner who can switch men at any time, is definitely not his "Duan Xiangmei."

Considering this, it indeed seems possible, Shi Chun said in a deep voice, "Whether it's him, quickly confirm it then…"

No choice, he is now a Heavenly Court Official, wearing this identity, if Gong Shaoci dares to act like that, it's a bit terrifying, even doing things like hiring assassins from an assassin organization, who knows what he'll do next, he doesn't dare delay, must prioritize confirmation to respond, otherwise might not even know how he dies.

Wu Jinliang also gritted his teeth in hatred and said, "If it's truly him who ruined our financial path, he cannot be allowed to remain, his life cannot afford to pay for it!"

Thinking about the Yanfu Continent's prosperous plan being shattered by someone, Shi Chun's breath also became heavy, then took out a Mother-child Talisman to check, read the message from Old Huang, closed it, and said, "Old Huang sent a message, the array has been purchased and arranged, let's go, take a look."

The two of them left, calling out Jiang Wushou when leaving. Although the old nest of Golden-haired Rat Clan wasn't far, for safety reasons they brought along a group of guards, cautious because of the assassination attempt from the 'Blood Shadow Pavilion.'

The group directly flew to the mountaintop outside the Golden-haired Rat Clan's grand hall.

The entire mountain originally had a newly arranged Protective Array, but hearing Shi Chun said he'd arrive soon, the Golden-haired Rat Clan quickly removed the array to await him, with Jinfu leading the clan to welcome Shi Chun on his first visit to their new home.

"Salute to both Lords." The Golden-haired Rat Clan leaned over following their leader.

Shi Chun and the cheerfully Wu Jinliang raised their hands to signal exemption from courtesy, both noticed Bai Qiru, who stood out like a crane among chickens, was beautiful, with the hookah pipe still in hand amidst the crowd.

As Jinfu extended his hand to invite them in, Shi Chun stopped and looked back towards the foot of the mountain, faintly hearing cheers from the city, which he hadn't heard before at his official residence because it was at a higher elevation than here.

He couldn't help but ask, "Why is it noisy down the mountain?"

Unexpectedly, Jinfu replied with a laugh, "It's the city folk, praising the Lord."

Shi Chun was stunned, "Praising me? This big a fuss?"

Laughingly Jinfu said, "The Lord promised 500 gold coins to each of the billion people, today it's officially disbursed, those who received it are very happy, the entire city is filled with praise and blessings, everyone speaks good things about the Lord, the words of praise are like an ocean."

"Oh." Shi Chun suddenly realized, initially thought something had happened, turns out the money distribution has started, no wonder.

The reason he was unaware was because the specific matters were handed over to Feng Chi to manage.

If it were in his early years, suddenly given 500 gold coins, he'd also be delighted, he could understand the feelings of a group of poor people.

Wu Jinliang sighed and said, "Dingnan Prefecture is happy now, but as soon as you're happy, Domain Master and Dongguo Shou are going to be scolded terribly."

There seemed to be a hint of envy in his words.

Shi Chun didn't care whether Manxi and Dongguo Shou were happy or not. He admired the distinctive architecture both on the mountain and below, realizing only after being here that every black stone block piled up was very large, like a small mountain. Many places had hidden wonders, and the pavilions and towers added weren't haphazardly done, they were crafted with care, proving that Young Master Nan handled things reliably.

He nodded immediately and praised, "Quite distinctive. Chief, are you satisfied with this new home?"

As soon as these words came out, the answer could already be seen on the faces of the Golden-haired Rat Clan—the mouse spirits were smiling broadly, excitement shining in their eyes.

Jinfu nodded repeatedly, bowing, "Very satisfied. Thanks to your care, our clan has this day." As he spoke, he tapped his forehead, as if suddenly remembering something, "Oh, sir, there's another small matter to trouble you with. I hope you can grant us a favor."

Shi Chun was slightly surprised, "Let's hear it."

Even Huang Yingying and others were a bit bewildered, not knowing what else the chief had.

Jinfu tugged at his whiskers and said, "Our clan has newly established itself here at this mountain, facing a nameless mountain, we're at a loss for what to name it. You, sir, are equally skilled in literature and combat. I heard that in your early years, you humbly worked as a servant in a library just to be with the fragrance of books daily. Today, by fortunate coincidence, you are here. We wouldn't trouble another master. Please, grant our cave a name!" He cupped his hands and bowed deeply, with sincere pleading.

To say the Golden-haired Rat Clan was uneducated is an exaggeration. Though they were incarcerated in the Phoenix Clan's Divine Mountain from birth, literacy was handed down through generations, even if it meant writing and drawing on the ground or walls without resources.

Upon hearing this, Wu Jinliang's heart skipped a beat, sensing something amiss.

If others didn't understand Shi Chun, how could he not? His favorite thing was to act refined, but after leaving the Land of Exile, he realized he couldn't keep up with others outside, so he restrained himself. Old Jinfu suddenly pulling this move might have just hit Chun Tian's sweet spot.

And indeed, it was as he had guessed.

Suddenly being sincerely invited, Shi Chun instinctively rubbed his hands together, sheepishly saying, "Is it really appropriate for me to name your home?"

Jinfu sighed, "You know our background, sir, full of intent but lacking in strength. Please grace us with a name!" Once again, he cupped his hands and bowed deeply, at the same time glancing at his clansmen.

The Golden-haired Rat Clan, grasping the hint like they'd been trained, remarkably all cupped their hands and earnestly pleaded in unison, "Please, grant us a name!"

This scene left the others stunned, mainly because it was so orderly.

Bai Qiru, standing out from the crowd, reacted and followed by bowing. She knew this act well; the Golden-haired Rat Clan had definitely trained in flattery to survive on the Phoenix Clan's Divine Mountain back in the day.

Shi Chun quickly motioned them to rise, but then couldn't resist their fervor, he reluctantly paced back and forth under their gaze, deep in thought.

Wu Jinliang glanced up at the sun—it was somewhat blinding—and then looked down to see if there were any ants underfoot.

After quite some time, Shi Chun suddenly turned excitedly and said, "Got it, let's call it 'Yuling Mountain'."

"Yuling...ling..." Jinfu muttered, unable to process it for a moment, full of confusion, and looked back at his fellow clan members for interpretation, but they too were perplexed.

Then looking at Lord Commander's subordinates, they were all equally bewildered.

Everyone seemed confused, leaving only the Lord Commander enlightened, which was somewhat awkward.

Fortunately, Shi Chun immediately explained, "'Yuling' as in 'sharp and distinct'. It implies hidden sharpness. How does everyone feel about it?"

This time, Jinfu and Huang Yingying caught on, understanding what he was implying.

"Good!" Jinfu, old and frail, was the first to clap and cheer.

"Good!"

"Very good!"

"The master truly is a genius!"

The Golden-haired Rat Clan immediately erupted in applause and cheers, wave after wave, continuous.

The accompanying guards didn't know what was good about the name; they were all selected by Jiang Wushou through rigorous training and sieving, and were indifferent to things like this.

The mountain and its base were bustling with noise, as Wu Jinliang strolled over to Jiang Wushou's side, picking his ear with a small finger and murmuring, "Good thing Chai Wenwu isn't here, otherwise you might have a lot of trouble in the future."

Jiang Wushou looked at him, puzzled, not understanding, nor asking.

Muttering to himself, Wu Jinliang knew this deadpan's nature, so he provided his own answer, "If Chai Wenwu found out what your master likes, just wait, he'd be bringing all kinds of books and stationery to your guards, finding every way to visit."

Jiang Wushou heard it but seemed as if he hadn't, his face showing no reaction.

This man was uninteresting, and Wu Jinliang, feeling as if he'd been preaching to the void, saw the unending flattery from the Golden-haired Rat Clan and was unwilling to wait further, so he quickly walked over to Shi Chun's side and threw cold water saying, "Chun Tian, that's enough, we should get to the main business."