"Zi Chen, did you hear that? We are all waiting for you to come back to celebrate. When will you return to China?" Sang Tianlei asked when Lin Zichen didn't speak for a while.
"Oh, soon, I'm already in China. I'll go back today."
"Okay, I'll wait for you."
After hanging up the phone, Lin Zichen found it difficult to calm down in his heart. After all, it was too sudden. He was not interested in the ranking on the Hua Wu Ranking. After all, this ranking meant nothing to him.
But last time the Diwu Ranking ranked him inexplicably first, and this time it was the Tianwu Ranking. On the surface, it seemed that it was a good thing for him to withdraw from the international secret rankings and avoid the pursuit of various countries, but he always felt that this
There's something hidden in it.
"What's wrong, Zichen?" Lan Luoshi asked with concern.
Lin Zichen shook his head and smiled: "No, it's nothing. I'm afraid I have to leave for a while, uncle Lan and Luo Shi about work matters. I'll come here to see you when the matter is settled."
Lan Songxuan stood up and said: "Okay, Zichen, be careful with everything. I will sell off the stocks in my hand today and let their shares depreciate before Douglas!"
"Haha, that's right."
Later, Lin Zichen left the Lan family and took a taxi directly to the mountainous area where the college is located, but did not get close. After all, the mountain roads here are very confusing. If you have never been there, you will not be able to drive in, and you may even get lost or die.
Lin Zichen flew directly into the academy and headed straight to Red Maple Valley.,
Chen Weilong reported that Nolan's mission was completely over. Lin Zichen was still very pleased. After all, although he had a lot of roles, it was the first time Long Lin had performed a mission alone. Coupled with the great difficulty, the result was satisfactory.
"Zichen, when will you be reinstated?" Sang Tianlei asked.
Lin Zichen shook his head: "I don't know either, it depends on what the old gentleman wants."
In fact, Lin Zichen had already had the idea of withdrawing from Dragon Scale. The training he and Xiaofeng had in the Lianyun Mountains some time ago almost greatly increased his cultivation level. For a warrior, there is nothing more exciting than that.
Chen Weilong said: "Captain, go and see Assistant Jiang. After we came back, Assistant Jiang kept asking you and came here every day."
Lin Zichen nodded and smiled: "I know, okay, let's practice separately. I'll go to the Executive Yuan first."
After seeing the Dragon Scale team members, Lin Zichen returned to the Executive Yuan, but he did not go back to the dormitory directly to find Jiang Yu. Instead, he planned to see the old man first, but before he went, Li Rang's phone number was dialed.
"Mr. Lin, the old gentleman is waiting for you at the cabin."
"Huh? The old gentleman knows that I'm back?"
"Haha, yes, I just said that Zichen is finally back, and then asked me to call you."
"Okay, I'll be there right away."
Lin Zichen arrived at the cabin all the way. Li Rang was already waiting at the door. When Lin Zichen came, he let him into the house directly.
In the wooden house, Nangong Jue was looking at an ink painting. He seemed to admire the artist of the painting and nodded frequently.
"Old sir."
Seeing Lin Zichen, Nangong Jue nodded: "You're here, Zichen. Come, come and see how this painting looks like."
Lin Zichen smiled, stepped forward and said, "Old sir, you think too highly of me. Zichen doesn't have this kind of elegance, especially ink painting."
As he said that, Lin Zichen looked at the scroll. The content of the scroll was mountains, rivers, flowing water, and waterfalls falling straight down. An eagle stood proudly on the top of the peak, and under its huge arms, there was a young eagle looking at the mountains.
, although it looks much smaller, the coldness and arrogance in its eyes is no less than that of an eagle.
"Haha, this painting is really expressive, even the eyes are drawn so well."
Nangong Jue nodded and smiled: "Yes, so I really like it. This was given to me by a division commander in the Jiangbei Military Region."
"Oh? This is not the old gentleman's usual style. You don't like receiving gifts very much." Lin Zichen said with a smile.
"Haha, none of this is important. Zichen, look, this little eagle's eyes are so sharp, it even looks like it wants to swallow the mountains and rivers."
"Yes, I also noticed this." Lin Zichen said.
"Oh? It seems that our concerns coincide," Nangong Jue raised his head and smiled at Lin Zichen, his eyes seemed to have some scrutiny, "But an eagle is an eagle after all, although we all know
Sooner or later he will grow into a powerful eagle, but now he cannot do without the eagle's arms."
Lin Zichen was silent for a moment. He found that Nangong Jue seemed to want him to see the painting and also brought him some information.
"The old gentleman seems to prefer the meaning expressed in his words." Lin Zichen said.
Nangong Jue shook his head: "Haha, just a casual comment. Okay, I won't read the painting anymore. Let's talk about business. How is things going?"
Lin Zichen looked at Nangong Jue, and suddenly felt an extremely uncomfortable feeling. Nangong Jue's eyes seemed to know everything, and then he wanted to see how he would answer. This feeling was extremely inconsistent with the most obvious part of Lin Zichen's character.
of arrogance.
"I'm sorry, old sir, I don't know where Situ Zhentian is now. I'm afraid I'm disappointing you."
"Oh? How do you say this? Zhentian has been away from the academy for a long time. It seems... you didn't follow him." Nangong Jue said.
"No, we fought, but he was rescued by a mysterious person midway."
"Mysterious person?" Nangong Jue frowned slightly and then took a breath, as if he remembered something.
"Yes, that person's strength should be higher than mine. I had no way to stop him, and... I was also injured at the time." Lin Zichen said.
Nangong Jue nodded slowly: "That's it. Hey, that's all. How is your injury?"
"It's nothing serious. Thank you sir for your concern."
Afterwards, Nangong Jue stood up and walked a few steps with his hands behind his hands, saying: "Forget it, it seems that Zhentian may not return to the academy. He should know that you are checking him, and he should be able to judge that it is what I mean.
Chen, you can resume your duties as captain of Long Lin."
Hearing these words, Lin Zichen couldn't help but feel entangled in his heart. If it were before, he would be very happy. After all, he brought up the dragon scale with his own hands, but now... he can't be happy. He has begun to feel that the academy is not suitable for him.
Yes, warriors should still follow the martial arts and should not be bound by anything.
"Old sir, Zichen has something to say to you." After all, it was Nangong Jue who led him to where he is today. General Lin's brilliance did have some effect on Lin Zichen, so he still absolutely respects Nangong Jue.
.
"Haha, why are you so polite all of a sudden today? If you have anything to say, just say it." Nangong Jue said with a smile.
"Old sir, I... want to resign from my position in Dragon Scale."
"What?" Hearing this, Nangong Jue's entire expression changed. Lin Zichen suddenly said that he had something to say to himself. He immediately thought of many possibilities, but this was the only one he didn't know. "You want to resign?"
"Yes, I have thought about it. Dragon Scale is now more mature and should be able to complete tasks independently, and I... also want to be more free."
"Freedom? Are you kidding? Zichen, you are simply confused. Your future is bright. Even the top military officials are paying attention to you. My child, your future is limitless!" Nangong Jue said.
"But after all, that's not what I want, old gentleman, I am a warrior, I..."
"That's enough, don't say any more. I won't agree. I tell you, bring me the dragon scales and do your duty as a soldier. One day you will know that I am doing it for your own good, Zichen, Qian
Don’t give up, okay?”
As he said this, Nangong Jue looked sincere, obviously trying his best to retain this subordinate. After all, Lin Zichen was the most promising person around him, and he was also the one he felt most at ease with.
"Old sir, Longlin will receive more tasks in the future. A lot of things have happened around me recently, including my family, friends and lovers. They all need me. At this time, I need to have sufficient space and time.
so……"
"Okay, okay, Zichen, I understand you. I also know that a man has to hold up too much sky when he matures, but this does not prevent you from serving in Longlin, right? In the future, except for the mission period, you can leave at will.
The position of deputy dean of the college is still yours, is that okay?"
Hearing these words, Lin Zichen was quite moved. After all, the old gentleman had such a high status in China, it was really rare to be able to retain him like this.
Lin Zichen pursed his lips: "Old sir, let me think about it."
Nangong Jue smiled kindly: "Okay, Zichen, you have to think about it carefully."
Afterwards, Lin Zichen left the wooden house and returned directly to the Executive Yuan.
At this time, Jiang Yu was drying clothes and sheets in the dormitory. After Lin Zichen left, she had almost no work. After all, her duty was to be Lin Zichen's assistant.
But it was precisely this that made her extremely bored. Apart from doing these housework every day, she just sat there and thought about Lin Zichen.
Seeing Lin Zichen push open the door and walk in, Jiang Yu immediately showed a smile and ran over to rush towards him.
Lin Zichen picked up Jiang Yu and said, "Girl, you're not afraid of knocking me out."
"I hate it. I'll kill you. Tell me, why did you just come back today after they all came back?" Jiang Yu asked.
"Haha, I was delayed due to some personal matters," Lin Zichen carried Jiang Yu and walked to the edge of the sofa, "Have you not practiced much during this period, why do you seem to be getting heavier again?"
"Go away, I've been worried about you all this time. I can't even eat, and you said I'm overweight. Do you have any conscience?" Jiang Yu pouted.
Lin Zichen smiled: "I'm kidding, but I'm really busy these days. How about I take you out of the academy?"
"Ah? Really? I'm tired of staying here all day. Where are you going?"
Later, Lin Zichen told Jiang Yu that Long Chuan was going to establish a headquarters in Yanjing. Jiang Yu immediately nodded and said: "This is a good thing, but Zichen... what will Long Lin do during this time?"
"Dragon Scale... Xiaoyu, I want to quit Dragon Scale."
"What? Why? Is it Situ Zhentian's fault? I'll go find him!" Jiang Yu said and was about to get up, but Lin Zichen quickly pulled her back.
"You girl, you are in a hurry no matter what. I have considered this matter myself. I think... it's time to leave the academy."
Just now in the cabin, Lin Zichen just didn't want to disappoint the old man too much. In fact, he was still very determined in his heart. In fact, before he came back, he knew he had to face a choice, but in fact, he had already made his choice.