The System Arrives: Leading My Clan to Become the Strongest

31: Zhang Bingbing reconciled“Little Friend Jiang, I am Zhao Cangwu, an Outer Sect Steward of the Tianxuan Sect.”

Zhao Cangwu introduced himself politely, without any of the arrogance of someone backed by the Tianxuan Sect.

Seeing how polite Zhao Cangwu was, Jiang Chen’s attitude softened. Since an esteemed Steward of the Tianxuan Sect was being so courteous, it would be unreasonable to keep pushing his luck.

“Patriarch Zhongli, how do you want to resolve this?”

Jiang Chen turned to look at Zhongli Muyang, wanting to see what he had to say.

Although the Jiang Family was unharmed, if not for Zhongli Feiyan, why would they have needed to leave Tianlin City and head to the Great Desolation in fear?

“Clan Leader Jiang, I am very sorry about the Jiang Family’s situation. I just happened to obtain a foundation establishment pill, which I’ll give to you as an apology. I hope Clan Leader Jiang can let bygones be bygones; in the future, if the Jiang Family needs anything, as long as my Zhongli Family can resolve it, we will definitely help.”

This time, Zhongli Muyang didn’t call Jiang Chen ”Little Friend,” but addressed him directly as Clan Leader Jiang, treating him as a peer rather than a junior.

After saying that, Zhongli Muyang took out the foundation establishment pill and handed it to Jiang Chen with a smile.

Seeing that Zhongli Muyang actually brought out a foundation establishment pill, Jiang Chen was somewhat moved.

This foundation establishment pill was also precious to the Jiang Family. Although he had the System, he couldn’t guarantee he’d sign in and get one.

It wasn’t that the System’s rewards were bad, but that the Jiang Family was too weak; right now, this foundation establishment pill was what they needed most.

Jiang Chen also knew that this pill was equally precious to the Zhongli Family because it could produce another expert in the Foundation Establishment Realm, making them the overlords of Tianlin City.

Jiang Chen took it and glanced inside. It was indeed a foundation establishment pill. He hadn’t expected the other party to be so generous; it seemed the Patriarch of the Zhongli Family was not to be underestimated.

At this moment, Jiang Chen became more wary of Zhongli Muyang. As the saying goes, a biting dog doesn’t bark, and Zhongli Muyang seemed like just such a person.

“Fine, from now on, the slate between our families is clean.”

Jiang Chen wasn’t the type to be unreasonable when he was in the right. Besides, the other party had shown great sincerity by offering the pill, so he wasn’t losing out.

To be honest, if he really wanted to settle scores, he’d have to wipe out the Zhongli Family, but there was still a True Disciple of the Tianxuan Sect watching like a hawk. Plus, destroying them wouldn’t necessarily yield a foundation establishment pill.

But now, with just a bit of talk, he had a foundation establishment pill in hand. Indeed, a clever tongue can solve a thousand problems, while hard work can’t match half a sentence.

“Alright then. Hey, you, come here for a moment.”

Zhongli Muyang beckoned to a nearby Star Attendant, and one quickly approached.

“Take note: whatever this table spends is on my tab.”

Seeing the Star Attendant approach, Zhongli Muyang pointed to the table in front of Jiang Chen and said.

“Yes, my lord.”

The Star Attendant bowed respectfully and then withdrew.

“Patriarch Zhongli, you’re too kind.”

Seeing how considerate Zhongli Muyang was, Jiang Chen suddenly felt that this person was alright and could be dealt with.

“Hahaha, Clan Leader Jiang, it’s only right. Please eat slowly; I have some business to attend to and will take my leave.”

Zhongli Muyang also knew this was Jiang Chen’s Family, so it wouldn’t be good for him to stay. He made an excuse to leave.

“Take care, I won’t see you out.”

Jiang Chen replied. Zhongli Muyang just waved his hand and left with Zhao Cangwu, returning to their Private Booth.

“Chener, this?”

Seeing this, Mother Jiang felt it wasn’t right. It was because of them that all the cultivators in the Jiang Family were forced to leave Tianlin City and her son had to suffer in the terrifying Great Desolation.

Now they wanted to settle everything with just one gift; she felt they were getting the short end of the stick.

“Qin Xiangwan, Chener is already the Clan Leader of the Jiang Family. He has his own thoughts; we just need to support him.”

Just as Mother Jiang was about to say more, Jiang Chenghe hurriedly interrupted her.

“(A brief explanation here: Mother Jiang’s real name is Qin Xiangwan. From now on, I will use this name instead of Mother Jiang. I didn’t plan to write much about them at first, just treating them as ordinary people. However, because of the System, it wouldn’t make sense if the protagonist’s relatives couldn’t embark on the path of cultivation.)”

Seeing her husband like this, Qin Xiangwan realized she had overstepped. She immediately looked at her son with an apologetic expression.

“It’s fine, Mother.”

Jiang Chen said nonchalantly. As for explaining, it couldn’t be done in a sentence or two; his parents would understand in time.

“Inside the Private Booth.”

“This Jiang Chen is truly not simple,” Zhao Cangwu spoke solemnly.

“Yes, I didn’t expect it either.”

“It hasn’t been long since the Jiang Family left Tianlin City, but Jiang Chen gives me the Aura of someone in a high position. Moreover, standing before him now, I feel like I’m not his match,” Zhongli Muyang also spoke with a heavy tone.

“However, since he accepted your gift, it seems the grudge with your Zhongli Family is temporarily settled,” Zhao Cangwu said.

“I also have to thank Steward Zhao for providing the foundation establishment pill. Otherwise, the misunderstanding might not have been resolved today. If Steward Zhao has any instructions in the future, my Zhongli Family will fully cooperate.”

Zhongli Muyang raised his wine cup and toasted Zhao Cangwu.

“You’re welcome. But Patriarch Zhongli, you still need to be prepared. Although Jiang Chen reconciled with you this time, that’s only because he’s currently at the Foundation Establishment Realm. It looks like he has a great chance of breaking through to the Golden Core. At that time, the gift you gave today will be far from enough.”

Zhao Cangwu reminded him again.

“Surely not? I gave him a foundation establishment pill today, and didn’t he already stop pursuing it?”

Zhongli Muyang didn’t quite understand.

Seeing how naive Zhongli Muyang was, Zhao Cangwu was somewhat speechless, but he explained anyway.

If the other party had no talent or stayed in the Foundation Establishment Realm for life, then there would be no problem. In that case, they’d have gained a lot and would naturally let the grudge go, knowing they lacked the power to retaliate.

But Jiang Chen is different. A Foundation Establishment cultivator this young—outside of the Sects—is someone who cannot be underestimated, because you don’t know how many trump cards he has.

Because someone from a small Family without Sect protection who can rival a Sect True Disciple at such a young age would have been devoured long ago if they didn’t have some hidden cards.

Yet Jiang Chen was able to lead the Jiang Family Clan Members to the Great Desolation and even achieve a Breakthrough to Foundation Establishment. Whether it’s strength or luck, it’s not something the Zhongli Family can compare to.

Zhongli Muyang was dumbfounded upon hearing this. He hadn’t realized that was a possibility, but thinking about it, it really was likely.

Although his daughter was already a True Disciple of the Tianxuan Sect and her Revered Master was even a Golden Core True Person, so he wouldn’t fear Jiang Chen even if he really broke through to the Golden Core.

But it’s better to avoid trouble if possible. This connection might not be used, but it must be maintained. That way, even if Jiang Chen tries to settle old scores later, he’ll have some reservations.

And that’s the worst-case scenario. If Jiang Chen doesn’t hold a grudge, that would be for the best.

Besides, this Jiang Chen seems like a Genius, and he’s about the same age as my daughter. If they could get together, then... Thinking of this, Zhongli Muyang suddenly chuckled foolishly.

Seeing Zhongli Muyang like this, Zhao Cangwu felt a chill down his spine and immediately took a few steps back to put some distance between them.

“Steward Zhao, what are you doing?”

Seeing Zhao Cangwu’s movement, Zhongli Muyang snapped out of it and looked at the retreating Zhao Cangwu in surprise.

“No, it’s nothing.”