111: Chapter 111 The Grandson of the Seven Dragon Generals

"Hanbei Wang Family?"

Chen Yi stopped in his tracks and turned around to size up the man who claimed to be from the Hanbei Wang Family.

Damn, he had just been thinking that this Dragon Kingdom squad might be led by some young master out to show off with some girls.

And now he's exposing his own background?

Could it be any more ridiculous?

His gaze swept over Wang Ruochen.

The other man's aura fluctuated at the mid-stage of the fourth rank; he wasn't weak, but he definitely didn't live up to the aura of a noble family scion he was trying to project.

After a moment's thought, Chen Yi responded in a flat tone, asking, "What is your relationship with General Wang Shihao, one of the Seven Dragon Generals?"

Hearing that Chen Yi indeed knew the Wang family's name, especially since he spoke his grandfather Wang Shihao's name directly.

The smugness on Wang Ruochen's face almost overflowed as he straightened his back even more: "Haha, you're quite knowledgeable, brother! General Wang Shihao is exactly my grandfather!"

At the end of his sentence, he deliberately emphasized the word 'grandfather,' as if that was the source of his confidence.

Upon hearing this.

A trace of imperceptible surprise flickered in Chen Yi's eyes, which then returned to their usual calm and indifferent state.

He sized up the youth with the superficial aura once again and shook his head inwardly.

The grandson of one of the Seven Dragon Generals, a big shot who associated with Luo Qinghe as a peer?

Only at this level?

Either he was making it up, or—this so-called grandson was too mediocre, perhaps even an outcast?

"Oh?"

Chen Yi's tone remained casual. "So it's a young master of the Wang family. Apologies, I truly didn't recognize you at first."

His words were flat, devoid of any joy, anger, or shock.

There was none of the reverence or fear a typical Beast Tamer would show upon hearing the title of the Seven Dragon Generals, nor was there any enthusiasm for social climbing.

It was as if he were merely stating an inconsequential fact!

Seeing this, the smile on Wang Ruochen's face instantly froze.

This Chen Yi's reaction—why did it feel a bit off?

In the past, as long as he announced his grandfather's name, which Beast Tamer wouldn't immediately adopt a respectful or even fawning expression?

How could this person before him be so calm?

So calm that—it even gave him a slight feeling of being looked down upon!

He quickly suppressed that bit of unpleasantness, piling on an even broader smile and lowering his posture: "I don't deserve such a title! You're too polite, brother. Don't call me young master, just call me Ruochen!"

"May I ask for your great name? Which family are you from? That Ice-sealing divine technique of yours just now was simply earth-shattering!"

"I am filled with the utmost admiration, truly!"

Standing behind and to the side of Chen Yi, Luo Shiyin's beautiful eyes flashed with understanding, which then turned into amusement.

Wang Shihao of the Hanbei Wang Family?

Wasn't that her grandfather's colleague?

She discreetly glanced at Wang Ruochen, then at the three team members behind him who couldn't hide their exhaustion and dishevelment, as well as the several Spirit Beast Girls beside them whose auras were mixed and clearly not strong.

She shook her head inwardly.

Thinking from another perspective, if she were a Beast Tamer, with this level of skill, she would rather die in obscurity than choose such a mediocre person as a contract partner.

As someone from a great family, one should either be famous across the land or vanish silently!

This Wang Ruochen actually played it like this—it seemed the situation here was quite deep!

Thinking of this, a meaningful arc curved at the corner of Luo Shiyin's mouth.

However, she didn't interject, merely tucking a strand of hair behind her ear elegantly and standing quietly beside Chen Yi.

Meanwhile, Chen Yi acted as if he hadn't heard Wang Ruochen's enthusiastic flattery, simply stating his name: "Chen Yi."

Two words, concise and clear, without any suffixes or titles.

"Brother Chen Yi! What a great name! Domineering! It sounds like a name for a dragon among men!"

Wang Ruochen seemed not to notice the coldness, continuing to flatter him enthusiastically. "Brother Chen, you see, this heart of the secret realm is full of hidden dangers. You saw that zombie just now, how terrifying! Who knows what other ghostly things are further ahead—"

"How about... we travel together? There's strength in numbers, and we can look out for each other! Besides, our Wang family has some unique insights into secret realm exploration!"

"Once we're out, I will surely reward you handsomely! My grandfather, that old gentleman, appreciates young talents like Brother Chen the most!"

He threw out an olive branch while also subtly pointing out the Wang family resources behind him, attempting to increase his leverage.

The team members behind Wang Ruochen and the other Tianzhu Beast Tamer Squad also pricked up their ears, looking at Chen Yi nervously.

If they could follow this big shot, their survival chances would undoubtedly increase greatly!

Those Spirit Beast Girls were even more eager, their eyes filled with hope as they gazed at Chen Yi.

However, before Chen Yi could speak.

A lazy female voice filled with obvious sarcasm interjected; it was Yan Jiuyue.

She crossed her arms, her nine fox tails swaying gently behind her, her beautiful eyes glancing sideways at Wang Ruochen: "Oh, strength in numbers? When dealing with those two zombies just now, why didn't I see your 'strength in numbers'?"

"If it weren't for my Little Brother Chen Yi stepping in just in time, some people would probably have turned into the same kind as those zombies by now, hopping around like fools in this forest~~~"

"If I'm not mistaken, the 'strength in numbers' you mentioned probably refers to when it's time to divide resources later—since you have more people, you can claim a larger share, right?"

"Pfft!"

Su Taotao couldn't help but laugh out loud, and Lin Mengxue also pursed her lips, seemingly trying hard to stifle a laugh.

It was something obvious to anyone with eyes, yet this Wang Ruochen actually said it so solemnly—

Should one say he was truly too stupid to comprehend, or that he took everyone else for fools?

As soon as these words came out, the smile on Wang Ruochen's face became incredibly awkward and stiff, leaving him almost speechless.

The team members behind him turned red in the face, lowering their heads in shame, not daring to argue.

After all, what Yan Jiuyue said was indeed the truth.

If they really had the strength, they would have definitely gone solo instead of seeking cooperation.

Chen Yi raised his hand and patted Yan Jiuyue's shoulder, stopping her sarcasm.

He looked at Wang Ruochen, whose face was turning various shades of blue and white, his gaze calm as he gave his final answer: "Traveling together is unnecessary. We don't like teaming up with others!"

"However, for the sake of Old General Wang fighting for the country, I'll give you a warning in advance."

"From now on, if you encounter danger again during your exploration, I will not step in to help! Whether to continue deeper or withdraw now, weigh it carefully yourselves and take care."

After speaking, Chen Yi ignored the instantly sour expressions of Wang Ruochen and the others, turning to The girls beside him and saying, "Let's go. You all better look out for yourselves!"

Lin Mengxue, Luo Shiyin, Yan Jiuyue, Su Taotao, and The Hua Sisters followed immediately, their movements crisp and without any hesitation.

They didn't even bother to look back at Wang Ruochen's group as they followed Chen Yi up the mountain.

Leaving only Wang Ruochen, the Tianzhu Beast Tamer Squad, and the others standing there with ashen faces.

The atmosphere was suffocatingly oppressive, and a dead silence filled the area!