My Arms Can Turn into Blades-Chapter 279 - 194: Crying

"Special advisor..."

Chen Lusi heard the old man's words, hesitated for a moment, then shook his head: "I will accompany the Security Army to Jinling, but there's no need for the title of special advisor. I don't think I can become any kind of advisor either."

He genuinely felt it was inappropriate.

After all, the reason the Security Army invited him was mainly to have him play a pivotal role.

Going once should suffice; there's no need to complicate things. 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶

"Why not?"

The old man was not surprised by Chen Lusi's words and continued to smile: "Without study, one cannot eliminate doubt; without inquiry, one cannot broaden one's knowledge. To be eager to learn but not diligent in asking is not truly being eager to learn.

Compared to Mr. Chen Lusi, although I am quite older and my life experience is relatively rich, if you ask me what 'Celestial Punishment' is, I would surely be in the dark.

Professional matters ought to be handled by professionals. Currently, you are the person who understands the Celestial Punishment Weapon best. Who else but you can resolve the doubts of the Security Army? Who else can become their advisor?"

"..."

Chen Lusi hesitated for a moment and replied, "Actually, I just got a bit lucky; I can't really say I understand the Celestial Punishment Weapon."

This was the truth, as he had only discovered it through trial and error.

"Mr. Chen Lusi is being modest."

However, the old man did not seem inclined to relent and shook his head: "Regardless, your understanding of the Celestial Punishment Weapon far exceeds that of the average person. Not only I, but every member of the Security Army believes your experience will play a crucial role in this mission."

Chen Lusi: "..."

He got the message.

The old man was determined to make him an advisor.

The old man saw that Chen Lusi remained silent and smiled again: "Is that settled then?"

"..."

Chen Lusi had no choice but to nod in agreement with the old man's proposal.

"Then we must rely on Mr. Chen Lusi. We will provide all support and resources to ensure your work... This mission is crucial for us, and your involvement will be a key factor."

The old man, upon receiving a definite answer, showed a gratified expression and gently patted Chen Lusi on the shoulder, giving him a meaningful look.

Chen Lusi did not notice the unusual look in the other's eyes.

Because this type of old man, he was encountering for the first time.

He was somewhat unaccustomed.

And then.

The old man chatted with Chen Lusi a bit more, but this time it wasn't about the Security Army or the Celestial Punishment Weapon, but rather about domestic affairs and personal trivia.

For instance, the local specialties of Jiangchang City, its scenic spots, customs, and even the clan to which Chen Lusi belonged were all discussed.

It must be said, the old man was indeed very knowledgeable, able to attach a point or two to almost every matter.

In comparison, Chen Lusi seemed more like a stranger because he truly did not understand his hometown.

However.

After so much talk.

The old man had avoided discussing Chen Lusi's family.

Clearly, he knew a lot about Chen Lusi's situation.

So, his scholarship might have been specifically gathered yesterday.

Nonetheless, as they chatted on, the feeling of being coerced into being an advisor gradually dissipated within Chen Lusi.

...this was an impressive person.

This was the evaluation Chen Lusi gave after leaving the old man's company.

"How's it going?"

Luo Shan looked at the returning Chen Lusi, seeming to know what had transpired, and immediately asked with a faintly amused expression.

"..."

Seeing the expression on Luo Shan's face, Chen Lusi could guess that the old man's identity was not simple... Perhaps Luo Shan had even been at a disadvantage; otherwise, he wouldn't wear such an expression.

"His identity is indeed not simple; to take it seriously, he might be considered a benefactor to your Celestial Strategy Mansion... Yes, he was the one who initially advocated for the establishment of the Celestial Strategy Mansion."

Luo Shan seeing what Chen Lusi was contemplating, chuckled softly: "He's also a legendary figure in the Security Army. Given the situation back then, unlike now, 'Self' had to hide in the gutters, and those scattered organizations, groups, and families wouldn't remain silent as they do now.

Under such circumstances, proposing such an idea, seeking to break then establish, required great courage. And he was the most resolute, as well as the most radical... Anyone who disagreed, he would block their doors with a Type 79.

He even declared that if someone ran, it didn't matter; for each runner, he'd raid a household.

In short, it was either submission or death.

This way, he forcibly made most of the troublemakers compromise.

Those old timers, in recent years, might hate Xia Yue the most, but traveling back a decade, Xia Yue wouldn't even have been in the picture."

"..."

Hearing this, Chen Lusi paused for a moment, then couldn't help but look back at the old man.

The old man still wore a beaming smile, noticing his gaze, he nodded slightly back at him.

"Don't mind it; in truth, it's not just you. Even seeing him, I feel a bit uneasy, although in recent years, he has cultivated himself and is no longer as extreme, treating everyone with a smile... But truth be told, while the members below may have forgotten, those of us in the higher ranks remember well... how the Celestial Strategy Mansion and Kunlun were established."

Luo Shan seemed rather reflective as he finished speaking.

Chen Lusi said nothing, furrowing his brows slightly.

Not knowing the other's identity was one thing.

Knowing who he was, however.

Chen Lusi grew even more confused. Why would such a figure... insist on having him serve as an advisor?

Because of his abilities?

But what did that have to do with him being an advisor?

...He couldn't figure it out.

"Stop overthinking it."

Luo Shan observed the pondering, head-down Chen Lusi, chuckling as he shook his head. He knew what worried Chen Lusi, yet such matters were beyond his intervention or explanation.

After all, the situation involved both the Celestial Strategy Mansion and the Security Army.

Thus, he took the initiative to speak, interrupting Chen Lusi's train of thought: "We've already produced a batch of Compression Devices, would you like to give them a try?"