Chapter 119: A Small Test

Jiang Chu’s steps were not very fast, but his movements flowed smoothly and naturally. As he moved, he did not show any openings.

Lin Mu watched him quietly.

“Mr. Lin, hello. I am Jiang Chu, the security captain of the Luo Family Manor. It’s a pleasure to meet you.”

He also looked at Lin Mu, gave a slight smile, then walked two steps to stand in front of Lin Mu. He raised his right hand slightly and extended it.

Lin Mu smiled slightly and reached out to shake Jiang Chu’s right hand.

“The Luo Family truly has hidden talents, to be able to hire a security captain like you. With you guarding this place, President Luo’s safety must be very well assured.”

“Keep up the good work. The Luo Family will not treat you poorly.”

After saying this, Lin Mu patted Jiang Chu on the shoulder, then turned and went back into the villa.

In terms of seniority, Jiang Chu had joined the Dragon Protection Corps more than ten years before Lin Mu. Today, he had only intended to come and say hello. He never expected that Lin Mu would pat his shoulder, leaving him feeling both amused and annoyed.

This was a situation he had not anticipated.

Given his usual style, none of the people who knew him well would dare to speak to him like that.

But Lin Mu did not know who Jiang Chu was. He thought Jiang Chu was truly an expert hired by the Luo Family. After all, for such a large family, it was impossible not to have some experts around.

Wang Qing happened to be coming out of the villa at that moment and saw this scene by chance. He was so shocked that his eyes widened. He was startled by Lin Mu’s action.

It was important to know that Jiang Chu was famously known as a fierce figure within the Dragon Protection Corps. Ordinary people trembled at the sight of him; how could someone dare to pat his shoulder so casually?

However, Wang Qing soon felt relieved. Due to the secrecy of the mission, he had not mentioned Jiang Chu to Lin Mu. The Dragon Protection Corps had additional plans, and Lin Mu did not need to know about this.

After all, Lin Mu’s mission here was only to protect Luo Huafu, while Jiang Chu and his team’s mission was to protect the entire Luo Family.

If not for this reason, no matter how much money the Luo Family had, they could never have hired an expert of Jiang Chu’s level. It was entirely because of the importance of the mission that the Dragon Protection Corps sent Jiang Chu to the front lines.

“Captain, well… Lin Mu doesn’t know your identity. Please don’t blame him.”

Wang Qing and Lin Mu had drunk until very late yesterday; it was said that Wang Qing had to be carried back in the end. Early this morning, he heard from others that Jiang Chu was very dissatisfied with his behavior.

Although they were from different departments, while carrying out the mission at the Luo Family, Wang Qing was temporarily under Jiang Chu’s command. After all, Jiang Chu was the overall commander of this operation.

“Look at what you look like! You walk like a woman! Lift your head, chest out, and stand straight! Did you drink so much yesterday that you can’t even walk properly?!”

Seeing Wang Qing’s sheepish smile, Jiang Chu’s face darkened, and he scolded him in a low voice.

“Captain, Lin Mu really got me into trouble yesterday. He kept pouring drinks for me, and before I knew it, I drank too much. I promise this won’t happen again.”

Wang Qing immediately straightened his chest and pulled in his stomach, standing very upright.

“Was it only Lin Mu pouring you drinks? What I heard was different. I heard you were very happy yesterday. The two of you finished more than ten bottles of alcohol. So, did you manage to get any information out of Lin Mu?”

Although Jiang Chu’s face was very calm, the anger in his eyes was obvious.

“Uh, sorry, Captain. I drank too much yesterday and didn’t get any useful information.”

Wang Qing lowered his head slightly, not daring to meet Jiang Chu’s gaze.

“Hmph! Trying to get information out of someone else! It’s a good thing you didn’t reveal all your own secrets!”

Jiang Chu shook his head and sighed. “If someone had attacked the manor yesterday, in your condition, you would most likely have become cannon fodder. We are here to carry out a mission, not to have fun. Pay more attention next time!”

“Yes, Captain!”

Wang Qing responded seriously and with a firm voice.

When Lin Mu first saw Jiang Chu, he felt a little excited. Since his Zhenqi had been steadily improving, he had not seen a proper expert for a long time. This Jiang Chu was a real expert.

But unfortunately, he could not casually test Jiang Chu’s skills. After all, everyone was here to protect the Luo Family’s interests. If they started fighting now, it might catch the attention of certain people.

If others found out about his background, the hidden card played by the Dragon Protection Corps would lose its meaning.

So, even though Lin Mu was very curious about Jiang Chu, he suppressed his impulse. There would be plenty of time in the future; he was not worried about missing an opportunity. Why rush now?

When he saw Wang Qing later, he noticed the young man had a dark look on his face and did not say a word to him. Lin Mu guessed that Wang Qing had probably been criticized by his superiors because of yesterday’s drunkenness.

After all, having trained in a place like the Dragon Protection Corps, getting completely drunk was a serious violation of discipline and code of conduct. This was especially true since they were here to protect others.

As a mission operative, losing control of oneself was indeed a major dereliction of duty.

“Brother Wang, good morning!”

But Lin Mu acted as if he did not notice Wang Qing’s displeasure. Even though he was the one who got Wang Qing drunk yesterday, he still walked over warmly and greeted him with a smile.

“Brother Lin, you got me into big trouble. I got a severe scolding today. Please don’t casually chat me up in the future, sir. I’m scared.”

Wang Qing rolled his eyes and looked at Lin Mu with an expressionless face. In his heart, he was gritting his teeth with hatred. It was this very person who got him so drunk yesterday and caused him to get scolded.

“Brother Wang, a real man in this world should do as he pleases. Why care about so many rules and restrictions?”

Lin Mu laughed heartily, patted Wang Qing on the shoulder, and spoke with deep feeling.

“Brother Lin, that’s not fair. How can I compare to you? I’m just a small figure, not like you, an important person valued by the higher-ups. Naturally, I must strictly follow the rules.”

Wang Qing was upset, and his tone was sarcastic.

“Haha, Brother Wang, you are mistaken. People with ability will naturally be valued by others. Perhaps you, Brother Wang, just haven’t met the right opportunity yet.”

Lin Mu waved his hand, as if to say, “Stop being so modest.”

“Well, I think what you say makes sense, Brother Lin. How about we spar a little? We can exchange pointers and learn from each other.”

Wang Qing’s thoughts suddenly took a strange turn at that moment. He remembered that Lin Mu had not been in the Dragon Protection Corps for long and probably had not received as much training as he had. Maybe if they sparred, the superiors would realize his value too.

Lin Mu was slightly taken aback. He had not expected Wang Qing to suddenly suggest sparring and exchanging pointers. Although he did not know what Wang Qing was thinking, how could Lin Mu be afraid?

If Jiang Chu had come, he could have had a good spar with him. But this Wang Qing in front of him? He was just asking for trouble.

“Alright, then I’ll spar with you, Brother Wang. We can learn from each other.”

Lin Mu nodded and agreed with a smile.

The two then went to the gym in the villa. This was a place where everyone usually exercised. Since it was early in the morning, there was no one inside.

“Brother Lin, when we start, let’s not hold back. Otherwise, it won’t show the importance of exchanging pointers.”

After taking off his jacket, Wang Qing said seriously.

“Of course. Since we are exchanging pointers, we should naturally use our real skills. How can we learn anything if we just go through the motions?”

Lin Mu stood with his feet slightly apart, smiling as he looked at Wang Qing.

“Brother Lin, please!”

Wang Qing cupped his hands together. This was the starting gesture used by martial artists when exchanging pointers, indicating that they were about to begin.

Lin Mu, of course, could not be impolite. He also cupped his hands and returned the gesture.

Soon, sounds of exertion and occasional grunts of pain came from the gym.

In less than a minute, Lin Mu left the gym with a smile on his face.

“Mr. Lin, exercising so early?”

A young man walked towards him from the opposite direction. He was also a member of the Luo Family.

Lin Mur vaguely remembered that this young man seemed to be the son of Luo Huafu’s brother, meaning he was Luo Huafu’s nephew. However, there were too many Luo Family members; he hadn’t memorized each one. He only had a slight impression of this person.

“Good morning. Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy. It’s important to have a regular schedule.”

The two exchanged a smile and a greeting, then Lin Mu left.

The young man did not say much more. After all, they were not familiar; it was just a polite greeting.

But as soon as he entered the gym, he was startled by the person inside. Taking a closer look, he realized that the bruised and swollen person was actually the Family Head’s personal assistant.

About this personal assistant, he had heard some rumors. He knew his name was Wang Qing, and that he had remarkable skills. He was not just an ordinary assistant.

Although Wang Qing was not a formal combat member of the Dragon Protection Corps, he had still undergone strict training. In the eyes of ordinary people, his skills were quite formidable.

“Brother Wang, what’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell?”

But at this moment, Wang Qing was slumped on the floor, holding his own jacket tightly against his stomach. The corners of his mouth twitched, as if he was in some pain.

“Is that Yuwen? It’s nothing, I’m fine. You know my body; how could I get sick?”

Hearing the voice, Wang Qing realized someone had entered the gym. He slightly opened his eyes and repeatedly waved his hand.

“Brother Wang, what happened to your eyes? They look a bit bruised. Didn’t sleep well last night? I heard you drank a lot yesterday!”

Luo Yuwen nodded, then pointed at Wang Qing’s eyes and chuckled.

“Oh, yes. I drank too much yesterday and didn’t sleep well. Ah, it seems I’ll have to rest a bit later. I can’t get any work done in this state.”

Wang Qing gave an awkward smile and said with a strained grin.

Luo Yuwen couldn’t help but snort with laughter—

Wang Qing’s current state was practically telling a lie with his eyes wide open. Not only was one of his eyes black and blue, but there were also several bruises on his face.