Celestial Master： I Have an Otherworld-Chapter 262 - 90: No. 9 Firearm

Crossing the rock-carved outer gate, we walked several hundred meters before finally seeing the classical architecture hidden by trees.

Here,

there were still security personnel checking the identities of outsiders.

Layered screening and tight security were designed to prevent outsiders with ulterior motives from sneaking in.

Dapeng looked around.

His family situation was decent; they traveled frequently, so it wasn't an exaggeration to say he was well-traveled, yet he was still amazed by this place.

The ancient-style buildings, winding paths, grass, wildflowers, trees standing high and low, all arranged tastefully.

Centuries-old trees could be seen everywhere.

The water was crystal clear.

White mist spread out, like a natural oxygen bar, allowing one to breathe freely, refreshing the mind.

What a place for rejuvenation!

Dapeng wouldn't have believed it before, but now he was convinced.

If one could live in such a place, it wouldn't be a problem to live ten more years.

The place had historical traces like those of famous sites, yet without the hustle and bustle of tourists, it was more suited for leisurely appreciation.

"Stop gawking."

Tao Hongjing tugged his sleeve and whispered,

"The people here today are either the rich or powerful. Let's just join the excitement to broaden our horizons, don't cause any trouble for me."

"Brother Tao, don't you know me?" Dapeng quickly shook his head,

"Definitely not!"

"Hmph!" Tao Hongjing glanced at him,

"It's precisely because I know your nature that I'm worried, better check where Jiang Han is, this time you came likely to find her, right?"

"Yes." Dapeng rubbed his hands, smiling,

"I heard Hanhan was here, so I asked a friend to bring me over. Didn't expect to forget the invitation, luckily I ran into Brother Tao."

"Without you bringing me in, it sure would have been a hassle."

"You managed to get an invitation?" Tao Hongjing pursed his lips, doubtful, and then walked forward,

"Let's go!"

They walked into a hall.

Unlike the ancient style outside, the interior's style leaned more modern, with crystal chandeliers, Western paintings, and soft carpets exuding luxury everywhere.

"The Celestial Disc Association is the top business association in Qu City; every member is a business elite, their businesses not limited to Qu City alone."

Tao Hongjing whispered,

"If you could get acquainted with anyone here, even a small leak of their wealth would be enough for you to live in luxury."

"Look!"

He nodded to indicate,

"That's Fan Hu, the soy sauce king of Qu City. Years ago, he befriended a member of the Celestial Disc Association and thus has his current wealth."

"And over there's Boss Zhao from the building materials sector…"

"They're like my dad, here as invited guests to join the excitement, not actual members. The real members are inside."

Dapeng raised an eyebrow.

His group of friends mostly included drinking buddies, few were in business, and if there were, they might run a cyber café or a struggling pool hall.

Not comparable to the attendees today.

Brother Tao was already the highest rank in his circle.

"Jiang Han's family is a giant in the catering industry in Qu City. If you could climb up to such status, it would much benefit us all."

Tao Hongjing smiled, then turned serious again,

"But…"

"As your brother, let me tell you the truth, there's no future for you two. Just say goodbye today and leave it at that!"

"Brother Tao." Dapeng's eyes widened,

"I genuinely want to marry Hanhan."

"Heh!" Tao Hongjing waved his hand,

"You may want it, but if the other party doesn't, it's still a no-go. Even if both of you want it, do you think the Jiang Family will approve of your marriage?"

"Brother Tao." Dapeng looked unconvinced,

"What era is it now? Why care about social status? You're young, why are you as traditional as an old man?"

"It's not tradition, it's reality." Tao Hongjing sighed softly,

"Brother, see yourself clearly first."

"Are you suggesting I should find a mirror?" Hearing his words implied, Dapeng pursed his lips and stepped forward,

"Let's look inside."

"Don't!" Tao Hongjing stretched out his hand to stop him,

"The back is for formal members or at least prospective members; we can't go, nor can Jiang Han."

"Let's check upstairs!"

......

On the second floor.

A few young people stood by the railing, looking down.

"Is that the Dapeng you told me about?"

Jiang Shuo frowned, looking at his sister,

"Not much to look at, already has a beer belly at a young age, didn't even shave for an event like today, sloppy, I really don't get what you see in him?"

"…" Jiang Han pouted,

"He's funny when he talks!"

"Hmph!"

Jiang Shuo snorted coldly,

"That's it?"

"What's the point of a man being handsome? As long as I like it, it's fine." Jiang Han raised her slender neck, leaving Jiang Shuo speechless.

Their parents were busy making a living when they were young, had no time to care for them, which led to Jiang Han's rebellious nature from an early age, and now she's befriending such questionable people.

Making friends is one thing.

Marriage?

What a joke!

"Hanhan, you can't mess around with this." Her best friend and sister, Yan Jiale, held Jiang Han's arm, shaking her head seriously,

"It's a lifetime matter, you have to be careful."

"But…" Facing her best friend, Jiang Han was no longer stubborn, showing difficulty,

"I promised Dapeng if he could make it here today, I'd marry him. Who'd have thought he could really get in."

She wasn't certain herself, more like a child who found an amusing toy, reluctant to give it up before getting bored.

But to say how good this toy was, and even to the point of never touching any other toys for it, was also hard to decide firmly.