God of Pets-Chapter 649: Making an Outrageous Demand

Ji Nanhong hadn't slept so soundly and comfortably for a long time. After waking up from a nap, she stretched lazily, but felt she touched something.

Opening her eyes, she saw Chen Guan's smiling face and her hand resting on Chen Guan's face.

Ji Nanhong grabbed Chen Guan's ear in annoyance and said, "Explain to me clearly, where have you been during this time?"

"This explanation is quite complicated; it starts with the Inspectorate..." Chen Guan smiled and attempted to explain to Ji Nanhong but was interrupted by urgent footsteps outside.

It seemed the Hidden Guards noticed the ones hit by the Disabling Fist during their shift change and rushed over anxiously. 𝚏𝕣𝕖𝚎𝚠𝚎𝚋𝚗𝐨𝐯𝕖𝕝.𝕔𝐨𝕞

"Wait a moment." Ji Nanhong realized something was wrong and hurriedly got up, went out, and reassured the Hidden Guards.

When Ji Nanhong returned again, everything outside had quieted down, and all the Hidden Guards had retreated.

"The technique on those Hidden Guards won't harm their bodies, right?" Ji Nanhong asked.

"No problem, I won't harm my own people," Chen Guan replied.

Ji Nanhong looked at the time and said, "Wait here for me, I need to host the morning meeting at this time. Once I return, I'll arrange an identity for you. Before I come back, you're not allowed to go anywhere; otherwise, I won't forgive you this time."

"No matter how far I fly, I won't escape your Five Fingers Mountain, don't worry," Chen Guan nodded with a smile.

Ji Nanhong rolled her eyes at him before turning to leave.

Chen Guan laid on Ji Nanhong's bed, just in time to take another nap.

At the morning meeting, everyone noticed something was off about Ji Nanhong's expression.

Since Chen Guan's death, people like Shi Zhimen, who always followed Ji Nanhong, rarely saw a smile on her face.

Yet, throughout today's morning meeting, Ji Nanhong wore a continuous smile, even laughing mysteriously at times, for no apparent reason.

Even when calling their names, she seemed much gentler.

"This is it!" Shi Zhimen and An Yiqi exchanged glances, seeing helplessness and sighs in each other's eyes.

Ji Nanhong's condition could only mean she's in love again, so their old friend Chen Guan is surely wearing a green hat now.

But thinking about it, there seemed to be no way out. Chen Guan was dead, and they couldn't expect Ji Nanhong to remain a widow forever, especially when Ji Nanhong and Chen Guan were never married.

"Sigh!" Shi Zhimen sighed deeply.

An Yiqi took a sip of tea, then placed the cup heavily on the table, feeling frustrated but helpless.

Ji Nanhong realized something and forced herself to restrain her smile, beginning to discuss problems with them.

After finally concluding the morning meeting, Ji Nanhong hurried back to her room impatiently.

Awaiting her was a warm embrace, and once the door was closed, waves and waves followed.

When Ji Nanhong was so weak she collapsed like mud into Chen Guan's arms, there was no time left for them to talk, as it was already time for her to go to work again.

Ji Nanhong dragged her sore body out for work, her legs weak as she walked.

But she couldn't skip work, so once the tasks were complete, she arranged for Chen Guan to take on the role of a trusted aide, then attended to other matters.

By the time she completed her work and returned, it was already late at night, and Chen Guan was asleep.

Ji Nanhong curled up beside Chen Guan, wrapped her arms around his waist from behind, and rested her cheek against his back, sleeping peacefully.

Early the next morning, while Ji Nanhong and Chen Guan were having breakfast, they received news that Zhang Yujian had invited Huang Tianming over.

Ji Nanhong had Chen Guan wear trusted aide gear, and with his face covered by a mask, others couldn't see his appearance, allowing him to replace another aide beside her.

Ji Nanhong was in an excellent mood; Chen Guan hadn't died, which was wonderful news for her.

Now with Huang Tianming invited over, it was like a double blessing, as the tough situation seemed to ease instantly.

Ji Nanhong personally went to greet Huang Tianming, showing the respect due for talented individuals.

Chen Guan had no idea who this person Ji Nanhong was welcoming was, as they hadn't discussed much beyond serious matters during the past few days together.

"Captain, this is the person I told you about, the king of Southern Heavenly Kingdom, Huang Tianming, my childhood friend," Zhang Yujian introduced the leading middle-aged man.

"Thank you for coming to assist us; it's truly wonderful," Ji Nanhong said sincerely without formality.

Huang Tianming replied, "Commander Ji, since I've promised Yujian to help you, I will certainly do my utmost and not let you down. But helping comes with conditions, which we need to clarify first."

"Of course, we won't let Mr. Huang help for nothing," Ji Nanhong nodded.

This was quite normal; if Huang Tianming helped voluntarily with such a significant matter, Ji Nanhong would have to consider whether to employ him.

Getting paid for services rendered was perfectly reasonable.

"Since that's the case, I'll be straightforward. By helping you slay the Nine Rock Turtle King, I hope Commander Ji can mark Turtleback Gorge under my Southern Heavenly Kingdom's name," Huang Tianming said.

His words made Ji Nanhong frown, and Zhang Yujian's face changed color.

"Huang Tianming, that wasn't what we previously agreed on, right?" Zhang Yujian said, looking at Huang Tianming.

Huang Tianming laughed, "Yujian, don't fret. Didn't you previously tell me that Commander Ji wouldn't treat me unfairly? Compared to Thousand Turtle Valley, Turtleback Gorge should be considered trivial. If I help you capture Thousand Turtle Valley, Commander Ji giving me Turtleback Gorge should be a fair trade, right? Besides, Turtleback Gorge is next to my Southern Heavenly Kingdom, whereas it's quite far from your Red Blood Corps headquarters, making management inconvenient. Why not hand it over to me, so we all have a reason to rejoice."

"Mr. Huang, I can't give you Turtleback Gorge. I've prepared elixirs and various resources as compensation; please have a look, you might find them interesting," Ji Nanhong handed a list to Huang Tianming.

Huang Tianming glanced at it, quickly scanned it, then threw it back to the soldier, and looked at Ji Nanhong saying, "Commander Ji, currently I'm the only one who can help you kill Nine Rock Turtle King. If you want my help now, given Yujian's connection, I'll settle for Turtleback Gorge. If you think I'm asking too much, that's fine, you can find someone else to help. But if others can't manage, and you return to me, then it won't just be a matter of Turtleback Gorge."

"Huang Tianming..." Zhang Yujian was furious.

"Yujian, calm down. In business, we speak frankly; I can't make a losing deal, right? Out of respect for you, Turtleback Gorge belongs to my Southern Heavenly Kingdom; this is my bottom line," Huang Tianming said calmly.

Ji Nanhong and the key members of the Red Blood Corps looked irritated because they realized Huang Tianming was taking advantage of the situation and demanding excessively.

However, their options were limited unless Ji Nanhong was willing to swallow her pride and seek assistance from the Celestial Court Army.