For those who still wished to read the books, Qiao Hongjie dared not lend them the ancient texts again. After this incident, all replicas were recovered while those who had awakened had yet to react. Hence, everything was smoothly retrieved and then destroyed.
With the destruction of these books, the lingering individuals all awakened, and Qiao Hongjie finally breathed a sigh of relief, as if a heavy stone had settled in his heart.
During this period, Qiao Hongjie found it difficult to appear. It wasn’t that he didn’t dare to take responsibility, but rather that there were now two differing opinions: one hoped that Qiao Hongjie would continue with this organization, while the other opposed such a voice, believing that this organization was not conducive to social harmony and developnt and should be resisted.
The two sides were now fiercely debating, with the first support group for Qiao Hongjie prevailing, holding an overwhelming advantage primarily due to their numbers.
Most of these individuals were mystic doctors, and so had even returned to mobilize their factions and families, thus organizing a rather formidable group of people.
This group of people was quite interesting, clamoring that Qiao Hongjie should see things through to the end, demanding he share the Mystical Scripture with everyone, claiming that such a scripture shouldn’t be monopolized by one person but should belong to all mystic doctors, and so on.
Upon hearing these words, Qiao Hongjie, who had initially intended to co forward and explain, chose simply not to show his face, feeling that his thin-skinned nature was overwheld by their shalessness.
Such clamor lasted for a while and gradually died down as no one paid attention. Perhaps they went behind the scenes to ponder how to get their hands on the Ghost Doctor Mysterious Scripture; if worse ca to worst, they could fight it out.
Qiao Hongjie and Beisitian t with people from the association; Desan avoided eting them, and the two understood.
The person from the association was a standing councilor, not an ordinary one, with jurisdiction covering a large province, considered a person of significant prominence.
However, even in front of great powers like Qiao Hongjie and Beisitian, he appeared modest, showing no airs at all.
The visitor’s na was Zuo Cheng, aged thirty-seven or eight. To achieve his position at that age required not just wits and strategies but also talent and ability, so Qiao Hongjie didn’t display much arrogance towards him.
Avoid underestimating the young, especially since from Zuo Cheng’s displayed qualities, he was bound for accomplishnt.
"It’s Zuo Cheng’s utmost honor to visit the two seniors. Thanks to Senior Sister Bei’s assistance, we also deeply admire Elder Qiao’s care for the mystic dical world, willing to share such a precious Mystical Scripture. Whether in heart or spirit, it makes Zuo Cheng imnsely admiring!" Zuo Cheng spoke maturely and tactfully.
What could have been an awkward situation was smoothly handled by him, leaving both sides unoffended and even praised, particularly Qiao Hongjie. Though knowing Zuo Cheng’s words carried flattery, it still delighted him greatly, pleasing to the ears.
Zuo Cheng ca primarily to establish a friendly connection on behalf of the association, to at least leave a good impression, as there was nothing to seek, his approach though modest, was with confidence, avoiding any annoyance or boredom and thus enhancing his image.
Zuo Cheng appeared upright, with a square face and large eyes, thick long eyebrows, and as he spoke, his cheeks would spread, making his face seem large, yet his appearance exuded righteousness, making his presence unobjectionable.
Zuo Cheng conversed with Beisitian about the association and Jiang Mingzhong, a topic aid at informing Qiao Hongjie that a comparably young great power had already registered with the association.
Zuo Cheng was adept at balancing his stance and did not linger long before leaving. Before leaving, he left a gold inlaid jade pendant with Beisitian and Qiao Hongjie, saying, "This is a token from the association to the two of you. With this pendant, you can freely choose from the enterprises under the association anywhere, all free of charge!"
The association indeed went to great lengths, this pendant far surpassing any earned by Jiang Mingzhong from life-threatening missions, offering incomparable treatnt.
Beisitian didn’t mind. After all, she had already dispatched Jiang Mingzhong and didn’t mind accepting the association’s benefits.
Qiao Hongjie needed so contemplation. Being an organizer himself, he pondered whether to accept another organization’s goodwill.
Nevertheless, after a mont’s thought, Qiao Hongjie accepted it. The association’s vast background was known by everyone; Qiao Hongjie’s private organization was neither a family nor a faction, carrying a whiff of illegality. Moreover, Qiao Hongjie also intended to maintain good relations with the association.
Seeing this, Zuo Cheng left with imnse satisfaction.
The issues in Gubei Province resolved, Beisitian planned to return, having a al with Cheng ZhenGuo and his wife, and prepared to leave the next day.
"Third Doctor, are you heading back to Lianyang City?" Seeing Desan also packed up, Beisitian couldn’t help but ask.
They had t in Lianyang City.
Without lifting his head, Desan replied, "My unit there fired long ago, what would I be going back for?"
Without waiting for Beisitian’s response, he looked up with a grin, "Aren’t we supposed to discuss further? I might as well go with Xiao Bei. I’ve heard Beijing has good living standards; might as well check out the capital and see Tianann."
Hearing this, Beisitian chuckled, "You’re most welco."
Wei Zhongxun laughed, "Old De, why not join our Qingyu? I can give you the position of senior brother."
Desan rolled his eyes at him, "I’m not interested in your senior brother position; you’re more suited to be the second senior brother!"
Wei Zhongxun, not realizing he was being teased, questioned why and, after pondering it for a mont, scratched his head with a wry smile.
This old man never takes a loss in a conversation.
As they left, Cheng ZhenGuo and his wife saw them off, recognizing Desan as an expert, extending earnest hospitality.
Wei Zhongxun was about to drive when he spotted a car approaching and stopping beside theirs. Qiao Hongjie rolled down the window, smiling, "I’m glad I woke up early; why didn’t you tell the exact ti you were leaving, Mr. Bei?"
Beisitian was surprised, "Mr. Qiao, is this...?"
Qiao Hongjie laughed, "Weren’t we supposed to discuss further? If Mr. Bei is inconvenient to stay, then I’ll go with Mr. Bei, if you don’t mind?"
Beisitian smiled, "Elder Qiao accompanying is truly a delight!"
She was genuinely pleased, not expecting two experts to travel together. Reaching Beijing surely made discussions easier.
"Brother Qiao, let’s visit Beijing Tianann together then~" Desan leaned against the car window, inviting with a playful grin.
Yan Jiu, the driver, glanced at Desan; who would have thought such a seedy-looking man could be such a hidden expert!
Feng Qi, seated in the front, was also observing Beisitian and Desan, having only seen them on surveillance screens before, never clearly.
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