Suppressing the Protagonist at the Start to Seize the Heroine

Zhao Changlin sighed, “Even if it isn’t Su Lin, someone of this caliber appearing in Donghai without contacting us is likely not a friend but a foe.”

Zhao’s words brought silence back into the room. Indeed, if it were an old acquaintance, they would have been informed about his visit to Donghai, but there had been no such communication.

“I heard this Su Lin is at the peak of Grandmaster. Where does his technique come from? There are rumors that his master is very mysterious, an old sage over a hundred years old. Could it be him?” Liu Bingsheng shared his speculation.

“That’s unlikely, isn’t it? Su Lin is already at the peak of Grandmaster. A disciple at the same level as the master?”

“What’s so strange about that? If the disciple is talented, it’s not impossible to be on the same level as the master,” Liu Bingsheng replied nonchalantly.

“That does make some sense. But we don’t know what sect it is. How does it compare to our Wangyue Sect?”

“It must be another hidden sect like ours, possessing a vast array of cultivation techniques and cutting-edge technology. That Su Zhenguo coming up with so much technological innovation is also very strange.”

…

As they chatted more and more seriously, even imagining Su Lin’s sect and mysterious master, Wang Yannian felt increasingly irritated by the conversation. He interrupted, “You keep talking; I’ll go check on something next door at the Xiao family.”

After leaving, Wang Yannian departed the room.

“What’s Old Wang thinking, insisting on collaborating with the Xiao family’s youngster? There’s something odd about this.”

Zhao Changlin replied indifferently, “Everyone knows there must be something fishy, but do you think he’d tell you? Alright, let’s speak less of this. As long as it doesn’t affect what we need to do, let him play however he wants.”

“Old Zhao’s right, as long as it doesn’t impact our plans, it’s fine.”

At the Su Corporation.

The aura from Su Lin’s breakthrough didn’t catch the attention of ordinary people, but Lin Xiaowan and Xia Shiyu definitely felt it.

While working, Lin Xiaowan immediately put down her tasks and left her small office to go to Su Lin’s. Just as she entered, Xia Shiyu also came in, and they exchanged a look.

Lin Xiaowan rubbed her temples and said, “This guy really has a knack for keeping us on edge, even his cultivation isn’t quiet.”

Xia Shiyu smiled, “Su Lin said our talents were monstrous, but his talent is the most monstrous of all.”

Lin Xiaowan nodded in agreement, “Such a strong aura might attract others. If someone targets him because of it, it would be bad.”

“Don’t worry, Xiaowan, I’m here,” said a voice.

Turning around in surprise, Lin Xiaowan exclaimed, “Aunt Su, what are you doing here?”

He Suxin, looking at her with a smile, responded, “I felt Su Lin’s breakthrough aura. That guy really is bold, just breaking through right here in the office. Su Lin is your little sweetheart; of course, I had to come and see.”

Touched by this, Lin Xiaowan hugged He Suxin tightly, “Aunt Su~!!!”

“Alright, alright, you’re not a child anymore, don’t be so childish,” He Suxin said, patting Lin Xiaowan’s back gently. Yet her gaze was fixed on the door; she, like Wang Yannian, had been stunned when she first sensed Su Lin’s breakthrough.

Now in her forties, though still looking young, she knew she was no longer youthful. Her acquaintance with Su Lin wasn’t long, nor did they meet often, but she had witnessed his rapid rise in power. It seemed as though he faced no bottlenecks, advancing swiftly without hindrance. An anomaly among anomalies.

At the rate of Su Lin’s advancement, what heights could he reach by the time he was forty? He Suxin couldn’t even begin to imagine.

“Xiaowan, the boyfriend you found is truly a rare gem in this world. Looking forward, I’m not worried about anything else; it’s just that Su Lin’s romantic entanglements you’ll need to keep a close eye on.” He Suxin spoke earnestly.

Lin Xiaowan blushed, “Aunt Su, what are you talking about?”

He Suxin knew Lin Xiaowan was shy around her but felt it was necessary to speak up now.

“You know what I mean. Su Lin is so young and already a Human Immortal. Soon enough, young women from major families will start flocking to him. These families’ daughters are very realistic and goal-oriented. Your boyfriend is a bit weak when it comes to women.”

“If it’s just the current few, I wouldn’t say anything. But if one troublesome woman gets involved, your days will no longer be comfortable.”

Lin Xiaowan laughed lightly, “Then I’ll just have Su Lin dump her.”

He Suxin shook her head indulgently, “Oh you~!!!”

Lin Xiaowan said proudly, “Don’t worry, Su Lin might be a flirt, but I still trust his taste.”

“I feel like you’re complimenting yourself there,” He Suxin teased.

“Well, that’s true…” Lin Xiaowan admitted with a grin.