His uncle’s actions made Jiang Mo feel very warm; one must know that the Lin family was not controlled by his uncle’s lineage, and to do this much was already showing him great care.
One must know that even in ordinary families, it is rare for an uncle to do so much for his nephew, let alone a large family like the Lin family, which is very particular about interests.
After a brief chat, Jiang Mo bid farewell to Lin Zhixuan and headed home.
Lin Zhixuan had originally tactfully persuaded Jiang Mo to return to the Lin family. After all, the Lin family was very willing to re-accept a young man who was a genius Researcher and a genius Breeder, possessing Tokiwa Power and having tamed the Child of the Mountain God, provided he changed his surname to Lin.
However, Jiang Mo decisively refused. What did the Lin family take his mother and him for? To be summoned and dismissed at their whim?
Although the Lin family had tried their best to protect Lin Zhiqiu back then, the greatest effort came from his uncle’s lineage, and all the sacrifices were borne by his uncle’s lineage.
Afterward, Jiang Mo and his mother also faced considerable exclusion in the Lin family, and Lin Zhiqiu, a high-level Breeder, was treated as free labor, ostensibly to repay the Lin family’s debts.
This also led to Lin Zhiqiu, in a fit of pique, leaving the Lin family with Jiang Mo and raising him alone.
In short, apart from his uncle’s family, Jiang Mo owed the Lin family nothing. If Jiang Mo hadn’t shown such talent, the Lin family probably wouldn’t have even given him a proper look. Without his uncle and the Mountain God’s words, he wouldn’t even have been able to keep Larvitar.
Back home, Jiang Mo comfortably took a hot bath.
“Ah~ so comfortable~”
Lying in the bathtub, enveloped by warm water, Jiang Mo couldn’t help but let out a comfortable Growl.
He had been too tired these past two days in the Evergreen Secret Realm and hadn’t had a good rest.
“Pika Pika~”
“Yo Gi Yo Gi~”
Pikachu also lay in the bathtub, looking very content, while Larvitar was a bit afraid of water. Jiang Mo had no choice but to use a damp towel to wipe its body and, while doing so, use Tokiwa Power to give it a massage, which Larvitar thoroughly enjoyed.
Haunter, on the other hand, had disappeared as soon as it got home, probably to play with the Hoothoot nearby.
Haunter: *burp* ~ ૮ ₍ ˃ ⤙ ˂ ₎ ა ~
Hoothoot: X ﹏ X
Jiang Mo finished his bath, wrapped in a bath towel, and had just stepped out of the bathroom, preparing to admire his eight-pack abs when his phone rang.
He picked it up and saw it was Zhen Yu calling, so he quickly answered.
“Hello, Senior Zhen Yu, why are you calling at this hour?” Jiang Mo asked.
Zhen Yu’s somewhat serious voice came from the other end of the line: “Jiang Mo, come to ‘Human Paradise’ again in three days. The organization has something to arrange for you.”
Jiang Mo paused slightly but quickly recovered and responded, “Okay, Senior Zhen Yu, I’ll be there on time.”
Speaking of which, he hadn’t contributed anything to the organization since joining Dawn, and had instead received many favors from Zhen Yu. It was time for him to contribute to the organization.
Zhen Yu lightly hummed and said, “Don’t worry, it’s just some matters to explain to you, not to arrange for you to do things beyond your capabilities. I’ll tell you the details when you arrive.”
“Mhm, I understand, Senior Zhen Yu. I’m just worried that as a novice Trainer who’s been one for less than a year, my abilities are limited, and I’m afraid of dragging the organization down,” Jiang Mo said with a chuckle.
“It’s getting late, you should rest. Remember to be energetic when the time comes, don’t lose face,” Senior Zhen Yu reminded him.
“Alright, Senior Zhen Yu, I’ve noted it. See you in three days then.”
After hanging up the phone, Jiang Mo sat on the edge of the bed, pondering. Shouldn’t the organization have a mission for him when they called him over? What did “don’t lose face” mean?
Unable to figure it out, Jiang Mo simply stopped thinking. Whatever it was, he’d deal with it tomorrow. First, he’d get a good night’s sleep.
...
Soon, three days passed in a flash, and Jiang Mo set off early towards “Human Paradise.”
It was the familiar street, the familiar atmosphere. Amidst a cluster of low, dilapidated buildings stood a luxurious one.
As soon as Jiang Mo stepped into Human Paradise, he felt the aura corrupted by money and desire.
Just as he finished sending a message to Zhen Yu, a charming female attendant approached him enthusiastically.
“Dear guest, what would you like to play?”
“We have 26 ways to play here, including Golden Flower, Pai Gow, roulette, dice, and more. Which one would you like to try?”
Facing the enthusiastic female attendant, Jiang Mo didn’t pay much attention, simply stating that he was there to meet someone.
Just then, the manager who had previously received him walked out. This manager was precisely the one Zhen Yu had arranged to pick him up.
“Young master, please follow me.”
The manager was very polite. Jiang Mo nodded and followed him into the interior of the club.
The female attendant nearby saw that the usually high and mighty manager was now so humble towards the young man in front of her, and immediately realized that Jiang Mo’s identity was extraordinary.
She couldn’t help but feel a pang of regret. Why hadn’t she seized the opportunity just now? If she could attach herself to such a prominent figure, she wouldn’t have to stay on the first floor of this club as an attendant.
Watching Jiang Mo and the manager gradually depart, she loosened the buttons on her chest and swayed her hips, looking for the next seemingly wealthy customer.
...
Jiang Mo followed the manager to the third floor of Human Paradise again. The manager gently knocked on the exquisite carved wooden door, and Zhen Yu’s familiar voice came from inside: “Come in.”
The manager pushed the door open, motioned for Jiang Mo to enter, then retreated and closed the door.
As soon as Jiang Mo entered the room, he saw Zhen Yu sitting behind a desk, which was piled high with various documents and materials.
“Senior Zhen Yu, I’m here,” Jiang Mo greeted with a smile.
Zhen Yu looked up, a rare smile appearing on his face: “Hmm, you’re quite punctual. How have you been resting these past few days?”
“Very well, Senior. I’m just curious what the organization wants with me this time,” Jiang Mo said, scratching his head.
“Don’t rush, you’ll know soon,” Zhen Yu stood up and walked to a bookshelf nearby. He seemingly casually pressed a few spots on a hidden compartment, and the bookshelf slowly moved aside, revealing a concealed elevator.
“Let’s go, I’ll take you to see our true stronghold in Dawn,” Zhen Yu led the way into the elevator, and Jiang Mo quickly followed.
The elevator slowly descended, and Jiang Mo felt it had been quite a while before the elevator door opened. What greeted his eyes was a long corridor. The lighting in the corridor wasn’t bright, but it exuded a mysterious atmosphere.
The two walked along the corridor. Along the way, Jiang Mo could faintly hear conversations and the Growl of some Pokémon, indicating that this underground stronghold was quite lively.
Soon, they arrived at a spacious hall. At first glance, there were quite a few people, all busy. Some were conducting research, some were training Pokémon, and others were organizing various supplies.
Jiang Mo was secretly amazed after seeing this. The Alliance would never imagine that one of Dawn’s strongholds was beneath their own properties.
It truly was a case of the most dangerous place being the safest place.