Chapter 4173 - 4192: Bros?

"No?"

Qiu Chan snorted coldly: "You’ve gone from having nothing to being the Master of a Realm; you’re practically a model for strivers. What’s wrong with referencing you?"

Lin Chen shrugged and said with a laugh: "Alright, suit yourself, I don’t charge for references."

Qiu Chan pursed her lips: "You know, besides being a bit of a flirt and, hmm, somewhat sentimental, you’re pretty alright otherwise."

Lin Chen rolled his eyes: "You’re not just referencing, you’re judging me too?"

Qiu Chan laughed and changed the subject: "Did the Hao Family contact you?"

Lin Chen nodded: "Hao Yan’s father wants to learn about cultivation, unfortunately, he has no talent for it."

Qiu Chan giggled: "I heard from Hao Yan that you gave him a Spiritual Fruit for longevity?"

Lin Chen tilted his head, eyeing Qiu Chan: "What, do you need it?"

Qiu Chan stared into Lin Chen’s eyes: "Would you be willing to give it?"

Lin Chen said with a laugh: "If you want it, I’ll give it to you."

Qiu Chan’s face broke into a smile: "Why, this thing isn’t cheap."

Lin Chen replied cheekily: "Because you’re my leader, I have to butter up the boss, avoid getting the cold shoulder; there’s benefits in that, the boss will think of me."

Qiu Chan curled her lip: "Stop spouting nonsense."

Lin Chen laughed heartily and twisted comfortably on the pillow: "You’re a friend, if I have it, it’s yours."

Qiu Chan’s lips curled slightly: "Alright, if I really need it, I’ll come to you. You can’t refuse then."

Lin Chen said with a laugh: "No refusal, but with the energy of the Qiu Family, with your title as a Level 9 Martial Artist, Iron Blood Rose, asking for a Spiritual Fruit for longevity is a mere matter of words."

Qiu Chan raised her attractive chin slightly, her tone a bit proud: "I’d rather ask you."

Lin Chen turned his head in surprise.

Qiu Chan answered righteously: "We’re friends, you help me, when you need help, I’ll help you, returning the favor. But matters in the family, sigh, too troublesome."

Lin Chen thought for a moment, nodding in agreement: "That’s true, family matters are indeed troublesome."

The two gradually fell silent, absorbed in the movie, occasionally discussing a few plot points, the atmosphere harmonious.

While watching, Qiu Chan suddenly felt a subtle sensation in her heart.

Am I lying in bed watching a movie with a man?

Although there were no inappropriate actions or words, the scene still felt a bit peculiar.

In Lin Chen’s daily life, isn’t he like this with his wife too?

The two lazily lying on the sofa or bed, binge-watching dramas, watching movies, playing games, occasionally joking, the atmosphere relaxed and pleasant.

Maybe his wife would lean on his shoulder, holding snacks, eating while watching, occasionally feeding Lin Chen a piece.

Lost in thought, suddenly there was some movement in front of her eyes.

Qiu Chan looked up, and it was Lin Chen’s hand waving in front of her eyes, his gaze curious: "What are you thinking? Zoned out and not responding when I talk to you?"

Qiu Chan coughed awkwardly, collecting her emotions: "Just thought of something work-related..."

Though she spoke casually and maintained a normal expression, her ears quietly reddened, as if having been caught like a thief, awkward and embarrassed.

Day by day, time passed, and the two interacted more casually.

Qiu Chan swapped her formal attire for soft, comfortable, lightweight home clothes, wearing slippers and wandering around, curling up at the head of the bed like a bug, casually chatting with Lin Chen.

Their relationship was just like... Brothers!

Finally, they arrived at Star 7.

The two disembarked from the Flying Ship and casually found a hotel to stay in.

"How will we investigate, any ideas?"

Lin Chen stood by the window, observing the cityscape outside: "Should we infiltrate directly, or change identities to penetrate deeper?"

Qiu Chan answered decisively: "No rush, I’ll contact the local intelligence agency here, and decide what to do after we get the latest data."

Lin Chen nodded: "Alright, you’re the leader, you decide."