Young Master Jun

"Who exactly is this Young Master?"

"Didn't you hear that big guy call him Your Highness?"

"Huh? Now that you mention it, I suddenly feel like I've seen this Young Master before."

"Could he be a Prince too?"

"Impossible, right? He didn't even spare the Fifth Prince a glance earlier."

The guests at Luoya Inn chattered amongst themselves. Guan Yu, who had just moments before awed the entire inn, had knelt on one knee before Qin Jun, leaving them stunned.

The woman in green stared intently at Qin Jun, like a wolf eyeing a sheep.

Qin Jun quickly motioned for Guan Yu to rise, then introduced him to the group behind him, "This is Guan Yunchang, Guan Yu, whose righteousness pierces the heavens!"

Qin Jun had just finished telling the story of Guan Yu warming wine and slaying Hua Xiong, which had filled the children with admiration for Guan Yu. Even Yan Mo Bei looked at Guan Yu in astonishment.

He had managed the Merchant Association for over twenty years, and this was the first time he had ever seen such a mighty and imposing man. Just standing there motionless, he exuded an invincible aura, making it hard to imagine just how strong Guan Yu truly was.

"Righteousness that pierces the heavens!"

Guan Yu's eyes lit up. The description was exactly what he wanted to hear, and his favor towards Qin Jun instantly soared to its peak.

The more he looked at Qin Jun, the more he resembled his benefactor from years ago, causing his gaze towards Qin Jun to become increasingly friendly.

At the same time, the innkeeper of Luoya Inn also frowned, looking at Qin Jun as if pondering something.

"Her name is Daji, and she is at the same realm as you. This is the Howling Celestial Dog; do not underestimate it."

Qin Jun introduced them to Guan Yu. Yan Mo Bei secretly shed tears, I'm not even as good as a dog! Why didn't he introduce me...

Guan Yu stroked his beard and stared at Daji, his eyes carrying a hint of coldness. It was clear he could tell Daji was not human. As for the Howling Celestial Dog, he couldn't see through it yet.

At the same time, Guan Yu's opinion of Qin Jun changed. Being able to subdue a Void Transformation Realm expert like Daji meant Qin Jun couldn't be as useless as the rumors suggested. Combined with Qin Jun himself, who in the entire Gan Yue Kingdom could stand against them?

Thinking of this, Guan Yu couldn't help but feel a surge of heroism.

He had been a military general in the past, and although he was here now due to an old promise, his heart for commanding armies had not cooled.

"Waiter, serve the food! Bring me everything the inn has that's best!"

Qin Jun shouted heartily. Yan Mo Bei's face contorted in pain, as Qin Jun was spending his money.

"Haha, it is the honor of our inn to welcome such a powerful individual today! Today, I represent the inn and will treat everyone to a meal as a welcome to Young Master and Senior!"

The innkeeper suddenly laughed, drawing applause from all the guests.

Qin Jun turned back and gave the innkeeper a deep look, then chuckled, "The innkeeper is truly generous. I'll be friends with you!"

If an ordinary person had said this, Luoya Inn would have likely laughed, but coming from Qin Jun, it felt perfectly reasonable.

Qin Jun's own strength was considerable, and coupled with him having subdued someone as imposing as Guan Yu, the guests unconsciously began to see him as a significant figure.

"It is my honor to be friends with you, Young Master. From today onwards, all your expenses at Luoya Inn will be on me!" the innkeeper said with a laugh, patting his chest, causing others to look at Qin Jun with envy.

He was only the innkeeper of Luoya Inn, not its true owner, so he could only cover Qin Jun's expenses, but it was still a considerable sum.

Even Yan Mo Bei looked at Qin Jun in surprise. The Yan Bei Merchant Association had been established in the Royal Capital for nearly a hundred years, and he knew that Luoya Inn had a significant background. He hadn't expected Qin Jun to earn such respect from them.

However, looking at Guan Yu again, his shock lessened somewhat.

The appearance and aura of this burly man were too impactful!

The dishes were soon served, and Qin Jun and Guan Yu conversed more and more harmoniously. Knowing Guan Yu's personality, Qin Jun specifically told stories of Zhao Zilong saving his lord single-handedly and Yue Fei serving the country with utmost loyalty, which made Guan Yu's blood boil, wishing he could immediately embark on a great endeavor.

"This young man is truly extraordinary."

The woman in green praised from not far away, while her maid looked at Qin Jun with a lovesick expression.

Qin Jun already possessed a handsome appearance, and with his animated storytelling of heroic deeds, his image became even more imposing. Even other guests couldn't help but admire him.

To know so many heroic tales at such a young age.

To enhance the effect, Qin Jun even exaggerated the strength of figures like Zhao Zilong and Yue Fei. For example, Zhao Zilong infiltrated an army of five million, fighting his way in and out seven times, with no one able to stop him.

"By the way, Second Master, this kid is a Sacred Spirit Root genius with wind affinity. Unfortunately, I don't have any wind-attribute cultivation techniques. Do you happen to have any?" Qin Jun called Yan San over and whispered.

Rare spirit roots were collectively known as Sacred Spirit Roots and only existed in legends.

Yan Mo Bei almost jumped out of his skin upon hearing this.

The other guests who had been listening to Qin Jun speak were even more dumbfounded. A Sacred Spirit Root?

"Come here, let me see!" Guan Yu frowned, understanding how rare a Sacred Spirit Root genius was.

The woman in green lost her composure and crushed the teacup in her hand, turning around abruptly, her beautiful eyes filled with shock.

Yan San obediently walked in front of Guan Yu. Guan Yu raised his right hand and placed it on Yan San's head. A surge of spiritual power erupted from his body, making everyone in the inn feel as if their chests had been struck by a heavy hammer.

Qin Jun's lips curved upwards. He wasn't afraid of the news about Yan San being a Sacred Spirit Root getting out. With Guan Yu, Daji, and the Howling Celestial Dog around, who could snatch Yan San from him?

He intended to build momentum, to create a formidable reputation before meeting the Emperor. He had powerful subordinates and a super genius!

In the future, if the Emperor wanted to hold him accountable, he would have to weigh whether his own strength was sufficient.

Soon, Guan Yu removed his hand, sighing with a complex expression, "It is indeed a wind-attribute Single Spirit Root."

As soon as these words were spoken, the whole place erupted in an uproar. They could all feel the arrogance radiating from Guan Yu's very bones, and they believed he wouldn't lie.

"Coincidentally, I happened to obtain a wind-attribute cultivation technique. I'll pass it on to him later," Guan Yu said grandly, which pleased Qin Jun.

Yan Mo Bei was ecstatic. He understood what a genius with a Sacred Spirit Root talent meant.

Their Yan Family was going to rise!

However, the thought of how his family had neglected Yan San in the past made him feel ashamed.

He wasn't a good-for-nothing; his Yan Family had just been blind!

If he hadn't met Qin Jun, he might have even treated Yan San as a discarded pawn. Thinking about it, he was filled with trepidation, almost feeling he had let down his ancestors!

"Haha, let's drink and eat!"

Qin Jun waved his hand and laughed. Guan Yu stroked his beard and smiled. His gaze towards Qin Jun grew more and more approving. Setting aside the two Void Transformation Realm powerhouses, Qin Jun had managed to secure a Sacred Spirit Root genius ahead of time. Even he had to admit such foresight was beyond his own.

This kid has the potential to be an emperor!

Soon, some people couldn't sit still any longer. They brought wine and came to greet Qin Jun. Qin Jun accepted all their invitations without putting on airs, drinking and chatting with them.

When someone asked what they should call him, he simply smiled calmly, "Just call me Young Master Jun!"

This feeling of showing off is truly satisfying!