Chapter 29

C29 – But What Does This Have to Do with Me?

“Immortal Master!”

Upon laying eyes on Jiaang Lin, the elderly village chief behaved as if he had just encountered his own nurturing father, swiftly approaching and bowing deeply. Jiaang Lin deftly stepped aside, avoiding the gesture.

Jiaang Lin was well aware of the chief’s intentions. He wanted him to venture into the mountains for a hunt.

The chief’s motives were twofold: he sought Jiaang Lin’s protection for the village’s young men, aiming to minimize casualties.

Moreover, he was eager for Jiaang Lin to lend his skills, confident that with Jiaang Lin’s expertise, the village’s yield from the hunt would be significantly enhanced.

Jiaang Lin had a clear understanding of the old village chief’s motives. He even suspected that the chief had convinced Qiu Xiya to coax him into this.

Nevertheless, since he had been rescued by him and had spoken to that woman, he decided to go along with it.

The old village chief, brimming with enthusiasm, inquired, “Immortal Master, did you come because you heard we’re heading into the mountains to hunt?”

Qiu Xiya and the young men were caught off guard. They struggled to contain their laughter, barely managing to suppress it, though their mouths twitched uncontrollably.

It took a considerable time for the old village head to regain his composure, his eyes darting wildly.

He was at a loss for words.

“Today, I’ve joined them for a hunt in the mountains. You, village head, can wait here in the village!”

Jiaang Lin had his fun teasing the village head and even managed to delight the young woman. Pleased with himself, he spoke up candidly.

The old village head had been secretly figuring out how to persuade Jiaang Lin to join the young men on their mountain hunt, but to his surprise, Jiaang Lin volunteered!

Initially taken aback, the village head quickly began nodding in agreement. “With your prowess, you’re sure to keep these lads safe!”

“I’m coming along this time too!”

Suddenly, Jiaang Lin and the rest were rooted to the spot in astonishment!