Chen Lin was a hands-off manager. He held the title of Alliance Deputy Leader, but took no part in managing the Left Alliance.
Jin Ruhua had made no arrangements for him, and he had not brought it up either.
This was better.
It spared him interruptions to his cultivation, and he could not have been happier.
After finding Huangfu Qingrou and Du Yuee, the three left the Left Alliance's territory. Upon reaching the Central Area, Chen Lin let the two women wander around on their own while he headed straight for the white bird's residence.
The white bird had kept his promise last time. Although he had not helped Chen Lin himself, he had brought Wan Zhencang out of Rainbow City as agreed, creating an opportunity for Chen Lin to strike.
Besides, the bird's origins were mysterious, and his standing in Rainbow City was exceptional. Maintaining a good relationship with him could do no harm.
"Well? I keep my word, don't I?"
In the same pavilion as before, the white bird immediately sought credit upon seeing Chen Lin.
"You are indeed a bird of your word, young master. Your reputation is well deserved. I'm impressed!"
Chen Lin immediately gave him a thumbs-up.
"Of course."
The white bird thoroughly enjoyed the flattery.
He returned the compliment. "But you're no slouch either. You've made me see you in a new light. Asking you to be my sword-bearing page before was selling you short. I think you're now qualified to stand on equal footing with me. Why don't we...?"
Something suddenly occurred to the white bird.
He made a clapping gesture. "Why don't we become sworn brothers?"
"Certainly."
After a moment's thought, Chen Lin gladly agreed.
But he immediately added, "I would naturally be delighted to become sworn brothers with you, Young Master