"Brother Qin..."
At this moment, Bai Chen spoke somewhat embarrassedly, "About what happened before... please don't take it to heart, Brother Qin."
He was, of course, referring to when he previously had his son deliver the Pure Yang Spirit Sword to Qin Chuan.
At that time, he regarded Qin Chuan merely as a martial artist in the Pure Yang Realm and didn't offer much respect.
"Ignorance is not a sin."
Qin Chuan waved his hand and said, "In the following days, my son and I will still be residing in Minghao City, so I kindly ask City Lord Bai for care and attention."
"If Brother Qin requires anything, just let me know!" Bai Chen quickly took the chance to reconcile, appearing very natural.
"In that case, my son and I will take our leave first. I hope we haven't caused any trouble for City Lord Bai."
Qin Chuan said meaningfully.
"Well..."
Bai Chen gave a slight bitter smile and then said, "Although Master Pang Qi had an incident here with me, I am at least the City Lord of a major city, still part of the Bai Family. It's not so easy for them to take their anger out on me."
"Is it that Bai Family?"
Qin Chuan's eyes flashed slightly.
According to what he knew, beneath the royal family of the Nine Sun Empire, there were four prince's mansions, five regional armies, three dukes, and nine ministers.
And the Bai Family has been one of the hereditary nine ministers since the founding of the country, with many strong members and a deep foundation.
"Indeed."
Bai Chen nodded with a smile, revealing a slightly profound grin as if to show off something.
After all, the Bai Family's heritage spans over two thousand years, and their depth has long been unfathomable, with over ten people in the Nirvana Realm.
However, he did not see in Qin Chuan's eyes the awe and seriousness he expected, only the usual calmness.
"Oh."
Qin Chuan nodded, then took Qin Zi's hand and walked towards the outskirts of the crowd.
The crowd, already stunned, hurriedly parted to open a path, like cats with their tails stepped on.
The father and son slowly walked away.
Bai Chen watched the two figures fade and furrowed his brows.
Qin Chuan!
From what was known, previously this person was just the patriarch of a small family in Xunyang City, under the jurisdiction of Minghao City.
This person's life was quite ordinary.
Except for a period of blankness when he traveled and trained in his youth, he was mostly mediocre.
With peak Yuan Dan Realm strength, neither exceptional nor insufficient.
In a small place like Xunyang City, it was okay, but in Minghao City, it was completely undistinguished.
"Could it be that he just recently broke through? But no one can reach the Nirvana Realm from Yuan Dan Realm in such a short time!"
"Moreover, judging by the power he previously displayed, he likely already has the combat power comparable to the fifth level of the Nirvana Realm."
"Such power is definitely not a recent breakthrough, unless, he has always been strong."
"But..."
He had previously investigated that the prior Qin Chuan was bullied even in the small Xunyang City by the Qin Family.
For example, his family reforms were hindered by the Grand Elder, and his son Qin Zi was often bullied in the Qin Family.
What kind of formidable person would allow themselves to live so miserably?
Some strong individuals are indeed low profile.
But being low profile does not equate to being miserable!
If one lives miserably, unable even to protect their son, then what's the use of having such strength?
"This person is truly unfathomable..."
After a long time, he sighed, having made up his mind not to be at odds with this person.
In fact, what he wished most was to quickly dissociate from Qin Chuan, hoping this father and son would leave Minghao City as soon as possible, which would naturally be the best scenario.
In this way, the grudges between Qin Chuan and Master Pang Qi would have nothing to do with him.
However, he didn't dare to directly issue an expulsion order, nor even dare to hint at anything.
Master Pang Qi at the third level of the Nirvana Realm was defeated, and he was only at the second level of the Nirvana Realm, so it was wise not to offend this ruthless person...
...
Qin Chuan and his son returned to their residence.
Before they could sit down, an elder from the Wanbao Commerce Association came to visit, his face beaming with a profitable smile.
"Lord Qin Chuan, earlier our Wanbao Commerce Association was short-sighted and actually took you for a Pure Yang Realm martial artist. We apologize, we apologize."
The elder bowed and saluted.
"Where there's courtesy, there must be something in return. We have done nothing and yet received such a residence; it is we father and son who feel unworthy."
Qin Chuan politely said.
Treat me one foot, I treat you one yard. When it didn't involve personal interest, he could barely count as a good man.
"Lord Qin, you are modest. A strong person should receive treatment matching their power."
The elder smiled and said.
He then clapped his hands, and the attendants behind him immediately brought out a beautifully crafted sandalwood box and opened it.
"This is a top-grade Nirvana Martial Arts manual named 'Heaven-Burning Sun Sword', a meeting gift from the headquarters of the Wanbao Commerce Association to you, Lord."
The elder said respectfully.
"Your speed is quite fast, isn't it?"
Qin Chuan asked slightly surprised; he had only shown Nirvana Realm strength for less than an hour, yet the Wanbao Commerce Association headquarters already knew about him and sent a gift?
"Hehe, actually this wasn't sent just now by the headquarters, it was predetermined. Whenever a Nirvana Realm expert appears in Minghao City, our Wanbao Commerce Association would present a gift."
The elder smiled and explained.
Qin Chuan was somewhat shocked.
Do they gift every Nirvana Realm expert? Such generosity? So this is the broad networking strategy?
No wonder the Wanbao Commerce Association could develop to such an extent; their networking reached such levels that indeed no one dared to touch them.
Money talks.
If it doesn't.
It's just that there wasn't enough money offered.
Make a deal!!
Qin Chuan looked at the martial arts manual and jokingly said, "You haven't printed many copies of this martial arts manual, have you?"
"Hehe, Lord, not at all. The gifts sent by the Wanbao Commerce Association are unique; this is basic sincerity."
The elder smiled and explained.
"Of course, the headquarters must keep a script, but generally, it won't be given to others."
Upon hearing this, Qin Chuan nodded and cupped his hands, "Then Qin Mou graciously accepts this favor from the Wanbao Commerce Association."
"Lord indeed speaks straightforwardly. From now on, you will be a distinguished guest of the Wanbao Commerce Association, always welcome to visit."
The elder showed a satisfied smile, much like a diplomat successfully establishing relations, as he took out a Crystal Card and offered it with both hands.
"This is our Wanbao Commerce Association's supreme VIP card. With this card, all your expenses at the Wanbao Commerce Association are free. However, it doesn't include auctions, as auctions have no price cap."
Qin Chuan took the VIP card and nodded.
This was understandable.
After all, auctions are one of the most profitable businesses for the Wanbao Commerce Association; if the VIP card could be used for free, then auctions could not take place.
"Alright, the things have been delivered, so I'll take my leave, no need to see me out, Lord."
The elder bowed to Qin Chuan and then left the residence with a few attendants.
"Dad, this Wanbao Commerce Association is really generous, huh? In terms of winning people's hearts, I bet even the royal family can't compare."
Qin Zi said excitedly.
"Hehe, it's just a trifling advantage. Look at you, all worked up."
Qin Chuan rolled his eyes and casually tossed the martial arts manual to Qin Zi, "I don't need this, go take a look yourself."
What seemed like a casual throw.
Was actually a bit painful.
But he must act!
After all, as an undefeated strong man, how could he treat a mere Nirvana Martial Arts book as some treasure to be kept?
Both Qin Zi and the ring spirit elder saw him acquire this martial arts book firsthand; if he used it in the future... these two would certainly think, why would he use martial arts given by Wanbao Commerce?
Could it be... there were no better martial arts available?!
Invincible strong man, at my wit's end?
This way, wouldn't his image collapse?
So, in the face of such small temptations, he had to maintain a calm demeanor, showcasing the demeanor an invincible strong man should have!
"Patriarch of the Chen Family, Chen Guang, accompanied by his brother Chen Sheng and niece Chen Bilin, to visit Lord Qin Chuan."
At this moment, a respectful voice sounded outside the courtyard, full of energy but very polite.