Chapter 1485: The First Test

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation  Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

“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.

“There is no knowing what is in a man’s heart. You say one thing but I don’t know whatever it is you’re thinking in your heart.” the Overlord said. “If you really are loyal to me, then come over here so I can put a curse on you!”

“Curse?” Chen Xiaobei’s heart squeezed hard.

“Mm, I’ll be honest with you. Once you are cursed, your life will be in my hands!” The Northern Wilderness Overlord said. “If you’re caught being disloyal, I can kill you with just a thought! Of course, as long as you are loyal, the curse will remain dormant! I will also trust you with all my heart! The choice is up to you!”

Just as Chen Xiaobei expected, once he agreed to assist Ximen Dingjun, he would be under the Overlord’s control!

In addition to that, the Overlord even wanted to give Chen Xiaobei ‘special treatment’! Instead of installing spies around Chen Xiaobei, the Overlord wanted to take Chen Xiaobei’s life into his own hands, so that he could have complete control over him!

Ximen Dingjun was his favorite little son after all. This was the only reason why the Overlord would feel safe leaving his son in Chen Xiaobei’s hands.

Accompanying one’s sovereignity could be like accompanying a tiger. Most people would not have accepted being cursed and surrendering their entire life to the Northern Wilderness Overlord.

However, Chen Xiaobei was the exception. He agreed to it without a moment’s hesitation, “I agree to be cursed because I am loyal!”

Others would be afraid of being cursed but Chen Xiaobei was not afraid at all!

This was due to the fact that in the Overgrown Forest treasury, there was the Nine Twists Thousand Hearts Herb, an antidote for this particular curse. Once Chen Xiaobei agreed to it, the Overlord would put the curse on him, and Chen Xiaobei could then lift it later on.

Chen Xiaobei agreeing to being cursed would earn him the Overlord’s trust. This was a substantial win.

“Good! Very good!” The Northern Wilderness Overlord nodded, bent his fingers, and a red light entered Chen Xiaobei’s heart.

The dark red brilliance flashed a few times, forming a series of ancient words, and then disappeared.

“Alright! It’s done!” A smile spread across the Overlord’s icy face. “From now on, you officially have my trust. As long as you are the real deal, I will train you well!”

The Overlord also saw that Chen Xiaobei was an extraordinary person but with this curse, he would never be able to get out of the Overlord’s grip! The stronger Chen Xiaobei became, the happier the Overlord would be!

“So, can you tell me what the three tests are?” Chen Xiaobei asked.

“Of course, you don’t need to worry about all of them. We’ll do it one by one!” The Overlord said, “The title of the first test is the young lady you brought with you!”

“Xiang’er? What about her?” Chen Xiaobei sensed that something was wrong.

“While we were talking, the Tie Family took her away with them!”

“What?!” Chen Xiaobei’s face fell. He did not expect to be deceived by the Overlord!

“Don’t worry, you have three days to rescue her. She will not be harmed within these three days. But once the three days are over, the Tie Family can do to her whatever they like, and your mission will be declared a failure!”

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