Chapter 119: A Successful Connection
Speaking of his past, Leif’s tone was filled with endless sighs. He patted his own body.
“My body is still full of the old injuries from back then. I’m getting old, and it’s time to enjoy life. But others, in order to get to the top, still want to cause trouble for people like us. For example, Eva’s matter this time. Someone must have ideas about me. She’s my only daughter, and I can’t afford to lose her. It’s fortunate that you saved her. Actually, I’ve also thought many times about whether I should find a chance to leave this city where I’ve worked hard for most of my life…”
“Uncle, you’re overthinking things. I think you’re still strong and healthy, and you can still dominate for a long time.”
“It’s not as easy as you say,” Leif said with a bitter smile, shaking his head. “I remember back then, I could chase people for several streets with a knife. At my peak, I was a sixth-tier strength warrior. Now I’m old, and my body has too many old injuries. My personal strength has degenerated to the point where I’m almost not even a fifth-tier. I can’t fight anymore. And the younger generation is getting stronger and stronger.”
Chen Ran stood up with a smile and walked toward Leif. “I’ve learned some small healing spells. If you trust me, uncle, I can treat you and do my best to heal the hidden diseases in your body.”
“Oh, you have this ability?” Leif was stunned for a moment, then smiled. “Then I’ll try your ability. If you can really make my body a little better, I won’t stand in the way of you and Eva anymore. As a father, I also want her to be with a good family.”
Chen Ran walked to Leif’s side and said politely, “Then please show me your injuries, uncle, so I can treat you.”
Leif cooperatively took off his shirt, revealing his strong upper body.
Leif’s frame was large. It was not hard to see that he must have been a practitioner before. His body was covered in dense knife scars, which looked quite domineering and had a strong impact. It was clear that this man had a story.
However, no matter how strong a person was, they could not withstand the passage of time. The body that should have been full of muscles was no longer as strong as before, and he had also developed a small belly. Time waits for no one.
The light of the Hand of Silver lit up in Chen Ran’s hand, and the dazzling light was mesmerizing.
Chen Ran followed the instructions and repaired Leif’s body’s injuries inch by inch. The knife scars were repaired one by one at a visible rate, and the hidden injuries in his body also gradually healed.
Leif’s pupils grew wider and wider. He could feel the fullness of his body in disbelief. That feeling was as if he had become more than ten years younger.
Chen Ran not only used the Hand of Silver to repair Leif’s internal and external injuries, but he also used Disease Expulsion to completely remove all the impurities in his body. Even the stomach that had been gradually damaged by smoking was also cleaned thoroughly. All the toxins in his body were expelled, and the permeability of his skin reached its best, which also made Leif’s spirit much better.
“You… you actually know holy magic?!”
Leif’s eyes went from initial surprise to current shock, and he was even a little speechless.
“Yes, I know a little holy magic,” Chen Ran did not hide it. “How do you feel now, uncle?”
“Much better, and much more comfortable. It’s a hundred times, a thousand times better than those masseurs. It’s as if I’ve become more than ten years younger, and I have a lot more energy. This is definitely something that money can’t buy!” Leif said with an excited expression. “Now I finally understand why you have achieved so much at such a young age. I really underestimated you. At least with this skill of yours, I no longer doubt that you were sent by someone to scheme against me. With your ability, even if you work hard on your own, it won’t take you many years to achieve a success that will far surpass mine.”
“Heh, I was just a little lucky and learned some useful things. It’s my honor to be of service to you, uncle,” Chen Ran said with a complimentary look on his face.
He was happy in his heart. Seeing Leif’s expression, this matter should be settled. With just the few skills he had shown, this old fellow finally believed him. He estimated that because of the connection with Eva, he would be cultivated as a trusted subordinate. And with Leif as a connection, it should be much easier to get by in Diya City.
“Jeral, how many men did you bring this time? You know, you can’t get by in Diya City without men, unless you just want to do some small business honestly. But you’re definitely not that kind of person.”
“Yes, uncle. I brought more than fifty men this time. They are all my brothers. They used to be mercenaries, and most of them have the strength of a third-tier warrior. There are also more than a dozen fourth- and fifth-tier warriors. At the same time, my bodyguard also has the strength of the seventh tier. I can’t say for sure, but I have the ability to protect myself.”
“Oh, you even have a seventh-tier guard? I’ve been in the business for so long, and the highest I’ve got is a sixth-tier guard. It seems you’re the capable one,” Leif said, happily patting Chen Ran’s hand. “With your strength, you can definitely make a name for yourself in Diya City. If we join forces, we can definitely achieve greater success. And these will surely be left for you and Eva’s children.”
Leif thought for a moment and said to Chen Ran, “How about this? Since you’ve just arrived, you might as well stay here. Anyway, I have plenty of empty rooms. You can also chat with my daughter more. And I’ll also settle your men for you. And next, I’ll arrange for you to get into the upper class of Diya City and get to know some of the big shots here. It will be very helpful to you, so that you can stand out from here faster.”
“Then I’ll have to trouble you, uncle,” Chen Ran said with a happy expression. “Then I’ll go back and tell my brothers, and then move here, uncle. I hope I won’t disturb you.”
“Not at all, not at all. You’re welcome to come. The door here is always open for you,” Leif said, slapping Chen Ran’s shoulder heartily. “Kid, I have high hopes for you. Next time you come, I’ll explain the situation in this city to you in detail, as well as the forces and people you must know. As for now…” Leif said, patting his energetic body excitedly, “It’s been a long time since I’ve experienced the feeling of being a real man. I miss this feeling so much!”
There was no need to go into detail about men’s topics. For this, Chen Ran specially gave Leif a few “manly buffs” to let him thoroughly experience the feeling of being virile.
Even Chen Ran himself felt that this move was a bit evil. The magical spells that the heavens had bestowed upon him were always being used in other messy places. He didn’t know if he would be struck by lightning in anger…
“Then if that’s the case, I still have some miscellaneous things to do. I’ll come and disturb you again after I’m done, uncle. I’ll take my leave for now.”
After the conversation ended, Chen Ran walked out of the hall, escorted by a servant.
After leaving Eva’s residence, Chen Ran returned to the small inn where he was temporarily staying by carriage.
The pace was unexpectedly smooth. Even though he was not yet familiar with this city, a seemingly good backer had been established, which would be a great help to his development in Diya City, and his network of relationships could also be expanded as much as possible.
It was getting late, and Chen Ran was also a little sleepy. He returned to his room and went straight to sleep.
Tomorrow would be another challenging day.
