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115: Finally, I’ve managed to latch onto a powerful figure.Lin Jingyu looked at Qin Yue’s solemn expression, feeling a bit amused and somewhat touched.

Why were the managers of Miaoling Pavilion so honest? They were ready to do everything to repay him at the slightest provocation.

This was completely different from the cultivation novels he had read in his past life, where killing for treasures and ingratitude were the norm!

With Miaoling Pavilion’s influence, they could probably get him into the Qinglan Sect if he wanted.

However, Lin Jingyu knew his own worth; his Aptitude was exceptionally poor, so entering the Qinglan Sect wouldn’t be of much use.

It was like a poor student with bad grades getting into an elite university; it wouldn’t be of any use.

Besides, with a world-shaking treasure like the Taihao Elixir Canon on him, the consequences would be unimaginable if it were discovered.

Moreover, he had only saved an Alchemy Apprentice at the Qi Refining Fourth Layer; that was nowhere near the value of a spot as a Qinglan Sect Disciple.

”Senior Third Manager, you’re flattering me too much. Just call me Jingyu.

If it weren’t for your help that day, I wouldn’t have had the chance to meet Fairy Yun Momo and save her. We’re all Family...”

At this moment, Yun Momo couldn’t hold back anymore. The young girl felt that Lin Jingyu was being too ”hard” on himself; it was clearly a massive favor, yet he acted so ”humbly.”

Her little Face puffed out slightly, and with a touch of urgency to stand up for Lin Jingyu, she spoke in a crisp voice:

”Oh, Lin... er...”

She got stuck, unsure for a moment how to address him in a way that was both close and polite.

Calling him Fellow Daoist was too distant, calling him Benefactor felt like she was making him sound old, and calling him by his name seemed a bit disrespectful.

After a second of hesitation, she decided to skip the address and express her main point directly:

”Don’t be so polite! Our Miaoling Pavilion has plenty of Spirit Stones! Look at you...” Her small finger pointed at the faded grey coarse cloth clothes Lin Jingyu was wearing:

”You’re dressed so simply, you don’t even have a decent Dharma Robe!”

She then pointed to his empty waist:

”Not even a single protective Jade Talisman! How can this be? It’s so dangerous!”

Her large eyes sparkled as she began to automatically imagine what ”equipment” to provide for Lin Jingyu. Her tone was matter-of-fact: ”Our Miaoling Pavilion has...”

Qin Yue watched from the side as Yun Momo ”sided with an outsider” so righteously, and she couldn’t help but press her hand to her forehead, sighing helplessly in her heart.

My little ancestor, it’s not like you don’t know the current state of the pavilion.

Because Daling Pavilion kept sending people to buy various equipment, Medicinal Pills, and other supplies, the warehouse was nearly empty, with only a few precious items left at the bottom of the chests.

And here you are, making grand promises... Qin Yue gently tugged on Yun Momo’s sleeve, signaling her to stay calm. Then she turned to Lin Jingyu, her smile still gentle but now carrying a hint of sincere worry and frankness:

”In that case, I’ll just call you Jingyu.”

Her tone carried a hint of pride:

”Momo is outspoken and truly grateful to you. She’s right; Miaoling Pavilion is, after all, a prominent shop in the Southeast Market Town, and we can meet any of your requests! However...”

A trace of bitterness appeared at the corner of Qin Yue’s mouth as she didn’t hide their current predicament:

”...As you can see, Daling Pavilion is pressing us at every step, sparing no effort. The Alchemists the pavilion trained over many years have all left. Our long-standing supply channels were cut off overnight.

Even the lower-level Attendants and support staff have scattered. It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say we are ’reeling in the wind and rain, at the end of our rope.’”

Her gaze looked at Lin Jingyu candidly, offering a kind warning: ”You say we’re Family, and I’m touched by that sentiment. But at this moment, it’s definitely not a good thing for you! It might even bring unnecessary trouble and risk to you and your Family.”

Qin Yue spoke very bluntly and sincerely.

She didn’t want Lin Jingyu to be sucked into the massive whirlpool of Miaoling Pavilion because of a moment of passion or out of a sense of Face. This kindness was truly out of consideration for him.

Listening to Qin Yue’s heartfelt words and seeing the genuine exhaustion and worry between her brows, Lin Jingyu’s heart was screaming with excitement.

This is exactly what I wanted! I wanted you to be at the end of your rope! It’s easy to add flowers to a bouquet, but hard to send charcoal in a snowstorm! If I don’t place my bet now, should I wait until you’ve staged a comeback to suck up to you?

He suddenly looked up, his Face deliberately taking on the passion and certainty characteristic of a youth. His eyes were bright and ”stubborn,” and his voice was resolute:

”Senior, you’re mistaken! Daling Pavilion is merely using the tactics of a petty man, bullying others with their power! Although this Junior has limited experience, I firmly believe that with Miaoling Pavilion’s foundations and the capabilities of Senior First Manager Feng and Senior Qin, you will surely turn danger into safety and overcome this crisis!”

He paused, his tone becoming even more impassioned, as if painting a picture of an inevitable future:

”I believe that not only will you overcome these difficulties, but the name of Miaoling Pavilion will surely surpass its past glory! We’ll make that Daling Pavilion crawl and tremble at our feet!”

These words were spoken with great force, full of blind confidence.

He already knew the ending, so how could he not have confidence?

Then, his tone shifted, and a ”cunning” and ”mercenary” smile appeared on his Face. He rubbed his hands together as if calculating carefully:

”So, you see, Senior, if I were to take your reward now, wouldn’t that be taking advantage of someone in trouble? Just keep this reward on the tab for now!

When your pavilion has overcome its difficulties and regained its prestige, you can pay me back double! Hehe, my calculation is pretty good, right? You’d better not go back on your word!”

These words and the change in expression perfectly portrayed the image of someone who was both calculating and possessed a youth’s spirited nature.

It both expressed a firm determination to ”pick a side” and cleverly used the appearance of ”greed” to dilute any suspicion of deliberate flattery, making him seem authentic and likable.

Qin Yue was stunned.

She had anticipated Lin Jingyu’s possible reactions: he might say he didn’t care, he might make some modest requests, or he might even be scared off by their current predicament.

She never expected that he would express such naive yet certain confidence in Miaoling Pavilion’s future!

Even she herself felt the future of Miaoling Pavilion was dark and uncertain, not daring to think too much about it.

This absolute trust was like a warm light, unexpectedly shining into her cold and weary heart.

Especially after a day of being deserted by everyone and hitting walls everywhere, this trust and support from an ”outsider” felt so precious and powerful!

An indescribable warm current mixed with a hint of sorrow surged into her heart, and Qin Yue’s eyes grew slightly hot.

She took a deep breath, suppressing her surging emotions. The smile on her Face was no longer a gentle formality but came from heartfelt emotion and a resolute promise. Her voice wasn’t loud, but it was exceptionally clear and firm:

”Good! What a ’calculation’! Jingyu, for those words and that trust, I, Qin Yue, will remember this!

If the heavens are kind and there truly comes a day when Miaoling Pavilion is revived and regains its prestige, I, Qin Yue, swear here that I will grant you a great fortune! A reward worthy of the trust you’ve shown today!”

She looked at Lin Jingyu, her eyes gentle and solemn: ”Also, don’t call me Senior anymore; it’s too distant.

Since you know Xiang Ling, if you don’t mind, you can call me ’Auntie’ just like she does.”

The term ”Auntie” was both a sign of closeness and recognition, a symbol of bringing Lin Jingyu into her inner circle.