Chapter 444: Dao Essence Fruit [First Update]
Yuan Jihu might appear rough, but he had a discerning heart. He explained that he had visited the Zhang Family first before learning that Jing Yan had gone to see Gao Lan. He was clarifying this point because he feared Jing Yan might suspect him of having his men follow Jing Yan.
Jing Yan observed Yuan Jihu’s friendly and kind demeanor and felt genuinely puzzled. He still couldn’t be certain why Yuan Jihu had changed his attitude toward him. However, Jing Yan also felt it was inappropriate to directly inquire about it.
"Is Mr. Jing Yan from Donglin City?" Yuan Jihu paused slightly before asking with a tentative smile.
"Yes, I am from Donglin City." When he heard Yuan Jihu’s question, Jing Yan suddenly understood—Yuan Jihu must have investigated him.
"Donglin City is a wonderful place! Although I have never visited, I have often heard of it. The Black Stone Mountain Range there attracts countless adventurers every day to enter and hunt."
"I was told by the Chief Manager of my house that Mr. Jing Yan is a member of the Donglin City Jing Family, and the current City Lord of Donglin City is also held by a member of the Jing Family!" Yuan Jihu asked casually but his questions were very targeted.
Through the City Lord Mansion, he had investigated Jing Yan’s background and the information he gathered was indeed astonishing. While he was aware that such information was typically accurate, he also knew there was a chance it could be incorrect.
To reaffirm the veracity of this information would take a few more days, and he couldn’t wait any longer. If the news were true, he must reconcile with Jing Yan as soon as possible.
In front of Jing Yan, he felt it wasn’t appropriate to directly ask about Jing Yan’s relationship with the Prince. Therefore, asking if the City Lord of Donglin City was a member of the Jing Family was a better approach.
"The current City Lord of Donglin City is Elder Jing Tianying from my Jing Family," Jing Yan replied with a twinkle in his eyes and a smile.
Yuan Jihu’s thoughts were clear to Jing Yan after a brief contemplation.
"With Mr. Jing Yan in the Jing Family, it’s certain to thrive and stand tall in Lanqu County City in the future. That shouldn’t be difficult!" A glimmer of excitement flashed in Yuan Jihu’s eyes.