Chapter 1094: I Am Willing to Help You
Yang Haoran's words made Zhuang Yingjie's expression turn exceptionally grim. He took a deep breath, calming his inner turmoil, before speaking to Yang Haoran again.
"That Demon Hunter friend of Messenger Yang, I've managed to investigate him these past few days. His name is Ye Zhiqiu, and he was once a member of our Demon Hunter Association, responsible for managing a small place called Lecheng. Not long after the world descended into chaos, he suddenly lost contact for reasons unknown. Our Demon Hunter Association tried many methods to find him but couldn't, ultimately guessing that he must have met with misfortune, and thus removed him from the Demon Hunter Association's rolls."
"Heh, this is your Demon Hunter Association's business, President Zhuang. What good is telling me all this? I'm a member of the Underworld Office, not your Demon Hunter Association, and furthermore, I have absolutely no interest in your association's affairs. " Yang Haoran smiled faintly.
"That's right, Messenger Yang is from the Underworld Office, not one of us Demon Hunters. It's perfectly normal that you wouldn't be interested in our Demon Hunter Association's affairs. However, Ye Zhiqiu is your friend, Messenger Yang. As a friend, wouldn't you want to see Ye Zhiqiu rise to prominence? Do you know what a Three-star Demon Hunter means to the Demon Hunter Association? " Zhuang Yingjie asked.
Yang Haoran didn't reply. He simply took out a cigarette, lit it, and took a light puff.
Zhuang Yingjie was quite dissatisfied with Yang Haoran's reaction, but to achieve his goal, he forced down the anger bubbling inside him and continued to speak to Yang Haoran.
"A Three-star Demon Hunter holds an extremely high position within our Demon Hunter Association. My request for Messenger Yang to take me to see Ye Zhiqiu is also so that Ye Zhiqiu can return to our Demon Hunter Association. Once he returns to the Demon Hunter Association, although his future words and actions will be constrained by the association, the benefits are quite astonishing. Not only will he receive vast resources provided by the association annually to enhance his strength, but his status will also be exceptionally high, earning him respect wherever he goes. This is an incredible boon for him!"
Yang Haoran slowly exhaled a puff of smoke. Only then did he smile and ask Zhuang Yingjie.
Hearing this, Zhuang Yingjie quickly began to explain.
"The reason Ye Zhiqiu was removed from the association was because the association believed he was dead. He wasn't removed due to any other matter of principle. The association can't be blamed, and neither can Ye Zhiqiu, because this was merely a misunderstanding, and one that can be easily cleared up; it's truly nothing at all. I also considered the grievance Ye Zhiqiu might feel, which is why I asked Messenger Yang for help in arranging a meeting with him. As long as I can see Ye Zhiqiu, I naturally have a way to persuade him."
Yang Haoran took another puff of his cigarette, offering no clear reply. He simply smiled as he watched Zhuang Yingjie. Under Yang Haoran's smiling gaze, Zhuang Yingjie felt a chill crawl up his spine. It was as if Yang Haoran had seen right through all the secrets in his heart.
"Messenger Yang, I know you are also from Lecheng, so I'm not surprised that the two of you could become friends. However, I still believe that since you are friends, you should consider your friend's interests in all matters. Helping him return to the association is truly helping him, because there are only benefits for him, no drawbacks. Furthermore, this matter also holds only benefits for you, Messenger Yang, with no drawbacks. Since you and Ye Zhiqiu are friends, his return to the Demon Hunter Association will undoubtedly lead to a huge change in his status and position. In the future, if you encounter any trouble that involves the Demon Hunter Association, it will become much easier to handle. " Zhuang Yingjie continued to persuade him.
"President Zhuang is truly thoughtful, considering so much for Ye Zhiqiu and me. I'm deeply touched. However, neither Ye Zhiqiu nor I have any particular relationship with President Zhuang, so I don't understand why President Zhuang would be so invested in this matter. It truly flatters me. There is no love without reason in this world, nor is there hate without cause. For President Zhuang to act this way, I imagine there must be a reason, wouldn't you agree? " Yang Haoran asked with a smile.
Nobody rises early without a good reason. Yang Haoran's words caused Zhuang Yingjie's expression to subtly shift, but then his expression returned to normal.
"Since Messenger Yang has asked directly, I won't hide anything from you, lest you harbor suspicions. To be frank, I don't want to remain in Gu Mo City. Although the resources here are decent, it's ultimately too chaotic. Living today doesn't guarantee living tomorrow. I want to leave this place, and the place I most desire to go is the Jingling Continent branch. I wish to be transferred to the Jingling Continent branch, but without connections, without achievements, without opportunities, this matter is simply impossible. Therefore, I must achieve enough merit to make this wish possible."
After a slight pause, Zhuang Yingjie continued.
"If I can see Ye Zhiqiu today and successfully persuade him to rejoin the association, then the association will gain another Three-star Demon Hunter. This will be a great service, and coupled with the significant contributions I've made to the association over the years, I will then have the confidence to request a transfer to the Jingling Continent branch from the higher-ups. Although I can't guarantee a hundred percent success, at least the chances of success won't be small!"
Yang Haoran's expression showed no significant change. He took a puff of his cigarette, then nodded with a smile.
"So that's how it is. People strive for higher places, water flows to lower ones. I can understand President Zhuang's sentiments. If it were me, I would definitely strive hard to achieve my goals. "谷
Hearing this, Zhuang Yingjie's heart immediately brightened with joy.
"I'm very happy that Messenger Yang understands. If Messenger Yang agrees to take me to see Ye Zhiqiu, then I, Zhuang Yingjie, will surely remember this kindness for the rest of my life!"
Zhuang Yingjie's words seemed to be spoken with great sincerity. However, Yang Haoran's expression remained largely unchanged.
"Heh, even if I introduce you, it doesn't mean you'll be able to persuade him. " Yang Haoran said with a smile.
"Messenger Yang needn't worry about that. If I cannot persuade Ye Zhiqiu, then it's simply my own lack of ability to blame. I will absolutely not vent my anger on you, Messenger Yang, nor will I forget this kindness! " Zhuang Yingjie said.
"Heh, President Zhuang exaggerates. How could I not believe you? You are the esteemed President of a Demon Hunter Association branch, holding a high and powerful position, and your word is as good as gold. Even if I didn't want to believe you, I couldn't find a reason not to, could I? " Yang Haoran said with a smile.
"So, Messenger Yang, you've agreed to help me? " Zhuang Yingjie's face lit up with joy as he asked Yang Haoran.
Since Zhuang Yingjie appeared today, his face had been perpetually stern. During his conversation with Yang Haoran, his expression had even turned grim several times. Displaying such undisguised joy as he was now was the first time since his arrival today.
Yang Haoran looked at the beaming Zhuang Yingjie and nodded with a smile.
"Of course, I am willing to help President Zhuang, because I wish to befriend President Zhuang."
Yang Haoran said with a smile. Receiving Yang Haoran's affirmative reply, Zhuang Yingjie appeared even happier. A smile then blossomed on his face.
"Heh, I'm also very happy to befriend someone like Messenger Yang. I believe we will get along very well in the future. Since Messenger Yang has already agreed to this matter, can you take me to see Ye Zhiqiu now? " Zhuang Yingjie asked with a smile.
Hearing this, Yang Haoran smiled and shook his head. Seeing Yang Haoran shake his head, the smile that had just appeared on Zhuang Yingjie's face immediately froze.
"President Zhuang, don't misunderstand. Ye Zhiqiu is currently in seclusion, and I'm not sure when he'll emerge. I can't just forcefully interrupt his seclusion simply because President Zhuang is eager to see him, can I? " Yang Haoran said with a smile.
"This. . ."
Zhuang Yingjie was momentarily speechless. His expression flickered between uncertainty, because he didn't know if Yang Haoran's words were true or false. If he said Yang Haoran's words were true, he felt a bit disbelieving; if he said they were false, he had no evidence. So for a moment, he didn't know how to respond.
"President Zhuang, don't worry. Since I, Yang Haoran, have promised you, I will certainly see this matter through for you. Once he emerges from seclusion, I will inform you immediately and also try to persuade him to meet with you. As for whether you can persuade him then, that will depend on your own ability. What do you say? " Seeing that Zhuang Yingjie remained silent, Yang Haoran asked with a smile.
Comments