1485 The First Tes (1/2)
”I don't understand why you would choose me, my lord.” Chen Xiaobei was very calm, and did not lose his composure at the Overlord's words.
There was a saying that said, one who is unaccountably solicitous must be hiding evil intentions.
Chen Xiaobei did not believe that the Northern Wilderness Overlord would give out benefits without so much as a reason.
The Overlord retorted, ”You are worried that I want to make use of you to do these three things, and that I'm not really sincerely helping you climb up the ladder, right?”
Chen Xiaobei said nothing, admitting his agreement to that statement in silence.
After all, it was Chen Xiaobei and Demonic Fox who had brought Atlantis to ruin. But not only did the Overlord not punish him, but he also wanted to promote Chen Xiaobei. That was why Chen Xiaobei could not help but feel suspicious.
”I know you must have doubts and you dare not believe my decision. So, listen very carefully to why I chose you!”
The Overlord said, ”First of all, the Lu Family had disappointed me too many times. I have to find someone to replace them! Secondly, the person I'm looking for needs to have enough prestige that when he steps up to the plate, the people would be able to accept it with enthusiasm! You fit the bill!
Third, I don't like my subordinates to form gangs! Instead of choosing an old family to replace the Lus, I am leaning towards using you – a newbie with no strings attached.
”And fouth, everyone knows that Dingjun is my favourite son! I am looking for someone with extraordinary strength to assist him and you are the most suitable candidate!”
Chen Xiaobei was taken aback slightly. Dong Zhuo and Wenren Jinghao had explained the first three points to him, but the forth point was completely unexpected!
Assist Ximen Dingjun!
With that being said, the Overlord wanted Chen Xiaobei to become Ximen Dingjun's most trusted ally! In the future, Ximen Dingjun would be fit enough to sit on the throne.
Once Chen Xiaobei agreed to assist Ximen Dingjun, he would be under the strict control of the Northern Wilderness Overlord.
”I'm afraid I'm not strong enough to assist the Ninth Young Lord.” Chen Xiaobei did not want to take on this troublesome guy as his responsibility.
”You don't have to act humbly before me! The one million young people you saved marveled at your strength during the Overgrown Forest battle! Be it adaptability or making a decision, you are considered outstanding!” The Northern Wilderness Overlord said, ”Now, the biggest problem is that I did not witness that myself. That is why I've come up with three ways to test you! if you pass, I will help you to climb up the ladder!”
”I will my best to try to solve the tests, my lord! But my goal is to replace the Lu Family and I'm afraid I won't be a good assistant to the Ninth Young Lord.” said Chen Xiaobei.
”So, you are not being humble, but you are just trying to push away the responsibility? Assisting my son also means assisting me! You haven't even proven your loyalty and you're already being picky here?”
”I…” Chen Xiaobei quickly changed his tune. ”Since I'm in Northern Wilderness Starfield, I'm willing to serve you my lord. If I can pass all three of the tests, I will do my best to assist the Ninth Young Lord!”
If Chen Xiaobei wanted to replace the Lu Family, he would have to accept the trouble which was Ximen Dingjun.
If he refused, he would be deemed disloyal. Then, not only will his plans to take over the Southern Star Temple fall flat, he might even lose his life!
Clearly, the Northern Wilderness Overlord was not easily deceived.