Above the Mandate of Heaven
Chapter 853

Tip of the Green Duckweed

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"Hello? Eldest Brother!"

Gold Hair Boy stood up and answered the call.

"There's something I need to tell you."

Chen Xingzhou's voice came from the other end, calm and even as he got straight to the point. "Yesterday, Mister Ji called me. He said you'd been doing well lately and asked whether he should put more responsibility on your shoulders. I turned him down.

What he wants done isn't suitable for you."

Chen Xingzhou paused slightly before continuing. "As your eldest brother, it's not really right for me to cut off your chance to get ahead. If you think that's inappropriate, I can ask him to consider it again."

"Huh? If even you think I'm not suited for it, then I definitely couldn't handle it!"

Without hesitation, Gold Hair Boy shook his head again and again. "Forget it, forget it. If I mess it up, embarrassing myself would be one thing, but if I ruin Mister Ji's affairs, I wouldn't even have the face to go back to Yacheng!"

Chen Xingzhou laughed. "You're not even going to ask what it is?"

"This..."

Gold Hair Boy was bewildered. "Does it make a difference?"

"...Fine. Then come back, and bring a few reliable people with you."

Chen Xingzhou's tone remained calm. "You've always done well in New Spring, and Mister Ji also wants you to continue there. Work hard. Don't let us down."

"Then I'll have someone book the earliest flight right away!"

"There's no need to rush. Things should always be done slowly."

Chen Xingzhou gave him one final reminder. "Mister Ji is willing to favor you. Don't forget your manners."

"Don't worry, Eldest Brother. I understand!"

Gold Hair Boy nodded repeatedly. After hanging up, he kicked the door open and ordered his subordinates to pack up. Ignoring their stunned expressions,

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