Chapter 40: Political Achievements Needed (Part 1)

In the evening, Luo Yan had been lazing around at home all afternoon, getting a good rest, and finally remembered his poor “student.” Only then did he leisurely walk to the study, just in time to find that Isaiah Thomas had already finished copying the “Thus-As-It-Is Pasara Thoughtless Combat Method” that Luo Yan had given him.

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[Thus-As-It-Is Pasara Thoughtless Combat Method]: A high-level Battle Aura Heart Method, whose founder can no longer be traced. This heart method is named after “Combat Method,” emphasizing practical combat effectiveness. It is said that those who master it can roam the battlefield, cutting down generals and seizing banners as if entering uninhabited land.

Basic Attributes: Enhances the user’s basic attack, defense, and various fundamental qualities, with special bonuses to body movement techniques.

Special Attributes:

——Thoughtless Realm (If the mind is without thought, then all things become clear, greatly enhancing the user’s perception.)

Heart Method Ultimate Move:

——Hundred Generations Pasara (Striking out is like the sky filled with falling leaves and drifting snow, with the effect of ignoring defense.)

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After checking the Battle Aura Heart Method that Isaiah had copied, Luo Yan was very satisfied to find that there were absolutely no mistakes in it. While he was casually chatting with the newly awakened Moonlight Battle Aura talent, a sudden commotion came from the front. Luo Yan heard it and revealed a strange smile. Judging by the sound, it should be his dad coming back.

“Honey, I’m back~~ Where’s my precious son? Come here, give me a kiss~~ Let me show you what gift I brought you!” A vigorous shout came through. Sophie happened to be the first to greet him, but the moment she looked over, she was slightly stunned.

Having lived together for so many years, they already had a tacit understanding like a telepathic connection. Although Luo Pei looked energetic and spirited right now, Sophie keenly noticed a hint of gloom and weariness between his brows. She immediately felt a pang of heartache and knew that he must have encountered some difficult task again.

Taking a slight breath, Sophie deliberately rolled her eyes and said with a tone of annoyance: “Why are you shouting and yelling in broad daylight? Hurry up and go inside to rest for a while~~” Though it seemed like a scolding, the concern contained within was obvious. Luo Pei felt a warmth in his heart upon hearing this, and the anxiety he had before seemed to ease considerably, causing him to break into a silly grin.

But at this moment, Sophie unexpectedly noticed that two young men were following behind Luo Pei — Snow and another hunting team member, Istvan. She immediately blushed with embarrassment and quickly said: “Snow, Istvan, you’ve come too! Why didn’t you let us know in advance~~ Come inside and sit down~~” While speaking, she silently extended her delicate hand and went straight for the soft flesh around Luo Pei’s ribs. This time, Sophie was truly “annoyed,” and she didn’t hold back any strength, pinching Luo Pei until he grimaced in pain.

Who told you to surprise me like this? Who told you not to check whether your subordinates were around!

A woman being unreasonable was only natural — no matter how much it hurt, Luo Pei could only grit his teeth and endure it. After this little “teasing,” the depression and frustration in Luo Pei’s heart did dissipate quite a bit.

But at this moment, Snow and the other man watched the couple being affectionate with each other, and could only smile awkwardly and say: “Sister-in-law, no need to fuss. It’s mainly that there are still some things the Director can’t carry alone, so we helped deliver them and will head home right away. We’ve been at the town for several days this time, so our families must be wondering about us.”

Upon hearing this, Luo Pei immediately put on an unhappy expression and said: “What kind of talk is that! How can you come and leave without eating? Snow, Istvan… both of you go inside and sit down. I’ll have Isaiah and Xiao Yan go notify your families. Stay and taste your sister-in-law’s signature stir-fried wild boar meat. Today, we’re not going home until we’re drunk.”

Earlier, while Luo Pei and Sophie were “building their affection,” Luo Yan had already come out together with Isaiah, originally planning to properly entertain his dad. But looking at his expression, he could tell things hadn’t gone well. Luo Yan decided to let him off the hook for now. When he heard that he was being asked to go notify Snow’s and Istvan’s families, he immediately agreed sweetly, and despite the two men’s polite refusals, he took little Pinecone Bear Nono and went off with Isaiah on his own. His genius son’s thoughtfulness greatly comforted Luo Pei. With such an understanding wife and such a clever son, what more could he possibly be dissatisfied with!

Naturally, that evening at Luo Pei’s house was quite lively, with cups clinking and toasts exchanged throughout the meal. Isaiah showed everyone for the first time his enormous drinking capacity, and Sophie’s signature dish “stir-fried wild boar meat” also opened the eyes of Snow and the others…

During the meal, Luo Pei didn’t want to talk about work, but Snow and Istvan were both people who had gone with him to the town, so the topic inevitably came up. By the time the meal was finished, both Sophie and Luo Yan understood why Luo Pei had been in such a bad mood. They then felt relieved — it was just that the business deal hadn’t worked out, right? Was that really worth getting so upset about?!

Not to mention what Sophie planned to do to Luo Pei tonight to get back at him for making her worry — Luo Yan was obediently sitting at the table, holding the “cherry berry sour plum drink” that his mom had specially made for him, sipping it carefully while wearing a thoughtful expression.

According to what Snow and the others said, this time it was entirely because that damned fur shop owner was short-sighted, greedy, and stingy, which was why the deal didn’t go through… But in Luo Yan’s memory, this big boss of “Sass Fur Shop,” Laclan Sass, would later enjoy a period of great glory. Even in the main county of Lons Pompey City, he was a man of considerable status, and his business even reached the Imperial Capital, Saia City.

[Could such a man really be a brainless fool who is “short-sighted, greedy, and stingy”?]

Thoughtfully rubbing his nose, whether this fellow was truly just a lucky nouveau riche idiot remained to be seen. If he was, then fine — but if he wasn’t… then the reason behind his behavior this time seemed to require some serious consideration.

——Leisurely tilting his head back and finishing the remaining “sour plum drink” in one gulp, a sharp glint flashed almost imperceptibly through Luo Yan’s eyes…