Gu Yunlou, a master of empty promises and schemes

"We've waited so long, we're finally getting to see you, Mr. Qiu."

Gu Yunlou smiled and bowed to Su Zhan, "Gu Yunlou Gu Yue Family greets Mr. Qiu."

Gu Yue Family?

If he remembers correctly, the Gu Yue Family is one of the Three Great Top Aristocratic Clans in Great Moon City, right?

The one in charge is a Peak Martial Marquis Rank, only one step away from Martial King... Even the Crimson Moon Crimson Moon Family Silver Moon Martial Marshal belongs, cannot compare to him at all.

Such a large Lineage, with such an impressive background, came to find me for only one reason: they were after my identity Repair Master.

"So it's Young Master Gu. Is there something you need?"

One doesn't hit a smiling face, and since the other party had been so polite, Su Zhan naturally calmed down a lot.

"I'm not good at beating around the bush, but I've heard that Mr. Qiu has an extraordinary Repair Master behind him... Coincidentally, my Gu Yue Family is in dire need of Repair Master, so I sincerely request that the Repair Master behind you join my Gu Yue Family!"

Gu Yunlou said with a devout expression, "Rest assured, the treatment promised to you by Chiyue will be doubled by our Gu Yue Family! Treasures, resources, beauties, power... as long as the person behind you is willing, just make your request, and I will do my utmost to fulfill it!"

"As everyone knows, I am a man of my word, and not a single word of my word is false. I cannot guarantee much more, but within the Great Moon City, there is no promise I cannot keep... I can guarantee that with my life!"

Gu Yunlou's words left the guards behind him outwardly calm, but inwardly they were filled with utter contempt.

They admitted that, given Gu Yunlou's status, there was indeed nothing he couldn't do in Great Moon City... but to say that his word was law was just a joke.

They had witnessed Gu Yunlou's shamelessness countless times and were already intimately familiar with it.

"It seems Young Master Gu is quite well-informed."

Su Zhan raised an eyebrow.

Silver Moon Martial Marshal invited him yesterday, Gu Yunlou came in person today... I'm afraid there's a mole among Silver Moon Martial Marshal's men.

However, this matter has nothing to do with him; he only cares about his own interests.

"If... the person behind me ultimately chooses to accept the invitation and join the Gu Yue Family, will they be Guest Elder?" Su Zhan specifically asked.

This is very important.

Simply joining someone's family, to put it nicely, makes them Retainer or subordinate; to put it bluntly, they're a lackey... But Guest Elder is different. Guest Elder is a partner, with each person having a more equal status. They receive payment for each act of assistance they make, and the Aristocratic Clan cannot force them to help if they don't want to.

This is why Su Zhan was willing to join... It's also why Su Zhan agreed to make three moves as a price when he accepted the Lin Household's investment, because he didn't want to be loyal to any force.

Cooperation is fine, but nothing else.

"Mr. Qiu, I know the Chi Yue Family must have painted a rosy picture for you, describing the position of Guest Elder as incredibly glamorous and prestigious, but the reality is quite different... Think about it, once you become Guest Elder, you'll become a target of everyone's ire. You'll easily become the target of the Chi Yue Family's enemies. Although the person behind you is undoubtedly Divine Ability powerful, if I may be so bold, they are ultimately just High-level Repair Master. Once those enemies use Martial Marquis level attack, even High-level Repair Master will perish!"

"But it would be different if you joined my Gu Yue Family. With my father, the Black Bronze Marquis, around, no one would dare to act recklessly. As for enemies, that's just nonsense. I've offended countless Martial Marquis level people, but look at me, aren't I doing just fine now?"

"Therefore, Mr. Qiu. Qiu, I will do everything in my power to secure you the position of Guest Elder... Even if I cannot secure it, I can still provide you with a position not much less prestigious than that of Guest Elder, offering you the exact same treatment, or even better!"

"My Gu Yue Family is absolutely sincere!"

Gu Yunlou launched into a long, eloquent speech.

But Su Zhan immediately realized that this guy was clearly just making empty promises!

What kind of Guest Elder is this? He's no good at this or that.

What do you mean by finding a position that's not much less important than Guest Elder?

This pie-in-the-sky promise... If Su Zhan hadn't been exceptionally skilled at making empty promises to Cultivation Method every day, most people would have been easily fooled by him.

Figure this out.

Su Zhan had initially had a good impression of this Young Master Gu, but now his goodwill had plummeted.

He immediately decided not to waste his breath.

"Alright, I understand what Young Master Gu means, but I can't make the decision on this matter. I will inform that person and let him decide." Su Zhan nodded indifferently. "Young Master Gu, I'll take my leave for now."

With that, Su Zhan walked straight past Gu Yunlou and headed outside.

Before he could take two steps, the figure of the Limit Martial Marshal blocked Su Zhan's path with a blank expression.

Su Zhan frowned, not turning his head, and asked, "Young Master Gu, what does this mean?"

"How dare you!"

Gu Yunlou kicked the Limit Martial Marshal with great force, but the Limit Martial Marshal didn't defend or resist at all. He even consciously weakened his defense and staggered back several steps... Otherwise, given the Limit Martial Marshal's physical strength, even if he stood still and let Gu Yunlou kick him, his leg would have broken on its own.

"Mr. Qiu is an honored guest, a VIP of my Gu Yunlou. How dare you stop him? Have you no guts?"

Gu Yunlou gave a furious rebuke.

Su Zhan watched his performance from the side.

His acting was alright, but his tricks were a bit clumsy... If he had been any more skillful, he might have fallen for it.

After berating his subordinates, Gu Yunlou smiled apologetically at Su Zhan, "I'm sorry, Mr. Qiu, I failed to manage my men properly, I deserve to die... To make amends, I will host a grand banquet at the Lineage and personally apologize to you!"

"Here's a small token of my apology; I hope you'll accept it."

Gu Yunlou presented a Space Ring with both hands.

That posture, that appearance, that expression... and most importantly, the entire combination of punches was truly flawless!

Ultimately...

It's about testing the waters step by step.

A positive invitation, and you refuse?

Then let's invite him indirectly, if he still won't agree?

They might as well invite you to their home... At that point, whether you agree or not, whether you want to consider it or not, you'll already be in someone else's hands, easily manipulated.

Given Gu Yunlou's proficiency with this routine... he's probably used it dozens, if not hundreds, of times; otherwise, it would be impossible for him to do it so smoothly and naturally.

But it was precisely because of this that Su Zhan knew even more how terrifying this guy was.

If it doesn't stick, it's fine, but if it sticks even a little bit, you really can't shake it off!

"Young Master Gu, there's no need. He acted out of loyalty and righteousness. I appreciate your kindness, and I will inform that person of all this... I have other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave now."

After refusing Gu Yunlou's gift, Su Zhan left directly.

This time, no one stopped them.

"In that case, I hope Mr. Qiu will put in a good word for him. Mr. Qiu, take care!"

Gu Yunlou warmly saw Su Zhan off as he departed.

But as soon as Su Zhan disappeared from his sight, the smile on Gu Yunlou's face vanished, replaced by a sinister and fierce expression. He spat on the ground. "Damn it, a mere spokesperson, so stubborn, does he really think he's something special?"

"Non-Self weren't so different now, and hadn't toned it down considerably, I would have definitely shown him what I'm capable of..."

Gu Yunlou coldly ordered, "Follow him, prevent him from contacting Silver Moon, and also prevent him from leaving Great Moon City. If he shows any such intention, don't ask me, just take him down!"

"Yes!"