How come I was born a deity?

Chapter 53: When it's time to be tough, be tough.

In short, Chen Qi had figured out the other party's purpose in coming here.

In a word.

They're just trying to steal my money!

For Chen Qi now, with Bai Tong present, any event related to ghosts is like an ATM.

Not only can you withdraw money, but you can also improve your own financial strength.

Chen Qi certainly wouldn't easily give up such a good deal.

"I'm sorry, Senior Sun," Chen Qi said, giving the other party ample face. "This matter is ultimately something our bookstore should handle. It was only after the death of the previous owner that it was forced to be handed over to Senior Wang."

"Now that I have taken over the position of bookstore owner, it is only right and proper for me to handle things, so there is no need for you two to trouble yourselves."

Sun Qinian was quite satisfied with Chen Qi's respectful attitude, and he really didn't care much about the reward for such supernatural events; it didn't matter who did it.

He only accepted the commission to give the authorities face.

He's overjoyed that someone is taking the initiative to solve his problems.

However, before Sun Qinian could speak, Sun Xiangwan, sitting next to Chen Qi, shook her head. "How can that be! A person must keep their word. If you promise someone something, you have to do it. Let me, the famous detective, handle this..."

You, a famous detective?

Does reading a Sherlock Holmes story a few times make you a detective? What about me after watching countless films?

"Miss Sun, please don't say that," Chen Qi said with a forced smile. "Let's leave this matter to the locals."

Sun Xiangwan's eyebrows shot up. "We're all Chinese, why differentiate between locals and outsiders? I said I've already promised, so I have to do it. Otherwise, wouldn't that be breaking my promise? I can't accept that!"

Why is this woman so stubborn?

Chen Qi suddenly remembered that Sun Yiyan had asked the bookstore to correct Sun Xiangwan's personality. Could it be that she was just a stubborn person?

It is a bit troublesome.

"Ahem," Sun Qinian said, "It seems Xiang Wan is quite determined. Mr. Chen, we are only doing this out of good intentions. Your bookstore certainly has more than just this one request. By handling this matter for you, we are also helping you to relieve some of your burden. If you think about it this way, is there any reason to refuse?"

"Of course, we can also forgo the payment. After all, the Sun family doesn't need this kind of payment. Just consider it as giving Xiang Wan some time to pass the time before the newcomer evaluation."

Ugh, this is such a hassle.

If it were Shen Nianxu here, no matter how much trouble Sun Xiangwan caused, Sun Qinian would probably have to take her away.

After all, Shen Nianxu's strength and experience were undeniable, and since this was Qingcheng's territory, Sun Qinian couldn't really say anything.

But she was different. She was, after all, a first-level cultivator and a newcomer with little strength or experience. Sun Qinian probably noticed this, which was why he indulged Sun Xiangwan's whims.

"Does this mean we really have to give up?"

Chen Qi scratched his head and thought to himself.

Sun Qinian added, "Mr. Chen, you must be a newcomer to the world of cultivators. If you do me a favor today, our Sun family will be able to do you a favor in the future. It's mutual help, so you can rest assured without any guilt."

The Sun family is quite famous in the cultivation world, especially Sun Qinian, who is currently the head of the family and whose strength should not be underestimated. Sun Qinian felt that what he said was quite tempting to a cultivator who had been in the cultivation world for less than two years.

"well……"

Chen Qi sighed and gave up the idea of ​​calling Shen Nianxu. If she found out about this mess, she would probably laugh at him in public.

Seeing Chen Qi sigh, Sun Qinian immediately understood that the matter was settled.

For bookstores today, forming an alliance with a family is clearly a sound strategic consideration.

A slightly proud expression appeared on Sun Xiangwan's face, clearly indicating that she felt the Sun family's name had played a role.

Just as Chen Qi was about to agree.

A figure rushed out from behind the bookshelves, stood before Chen Qi, gave a somewhat awkward salute, and said, "Reporting, sir! No abnormalities found on the first floor. Please respond!"

Chen Qi punched her on the head. "I told you to keep your voice down! Don't disturb the people around you!"

Hu Yao bit her lower lip, clutching her head, "Ugh... I understand..."

"Young demon!" Sun Xiangwan suddenly jumped up from the chair, her spiritual energy bursting out, putting distance between herself and Hu Yao.

Hearing the commotion, Hu Yao was startled and hid behind Chen Qi like a frightened rabbit.

"Sit down!" Sun Qinian's expression remained unchanged. "Are young demons rare? What's the rush!"

Sun Xiangwan hesitated for a moment, and after confirming that Hu Yao had not taken any bad actions, she obediently sat back down.

Sun Qinian's gaze swept over Hu Yao, his eyes flickering as he noticed the relationship between Hu Yao and Chen Qi. He asked, "When did the bookstore start raising young demons and running a zoo? Why don't they even leash their pets when they go out?"

Chen Qi's tone turned colder. "Excuse me, Senior Sun, Hu Yao is a member of our bookstore. She also enjoys human rights and dignity. She is not some kind of animal. Please rephrase your statement."

Hu Yao looked at Chen Qi with some surprise. After all, this guy had just threatened her with sleeping in the cat's nest at night, but now he was saying something so humane. It was really not easy.

"Really?" Sun Qinian looked embarrassed. "Sorry, sorry, this is a common problem among our older generation of cultivators. In our time, demons were still ferocious beasts that harmed the local area and devoured people."

"Times are changing, and the relationship between humans and demons is also changing. That was my fault, I apologize, young lady."

Hu Yao gripped Chen Qi's clothes tightly. Although Sun Qinian's words sounded reasonable, his tone carried a hint of arrogance and hostility, making her feel very uncomfortable.

Chen Qi shielded Hu Yao behind him and said, "If that's the case, then I can understand."

Now he understands why the Ten Thousand Demons Guild is so necessary.

Many older cultivators, like Sun Qinian, or those with traditional ideas, still believe that the existence of demons is a calamity that must be eradicated.

If the Ten Thousand Demons Guild is gone, all the demons will be out of control and will inevitably be wiped out by cultivators like Sun Qinian.

If we push the monsters too far, they might turn around and harm ordinary people, which would be a losing proposition.

"So, Mr. Chen, what are your considerations?" Sun Qinian steered the conversation back to the main topic, "Regarding this commission."

Chen Qi had originally planned to give up, but after that conversation, he suddenly felt that there was no need to continue to tolerate it.

Wang Shande said something not long ago.

The path of spiritual practice inherently emphasizes "struggle" and "venture." Only by achieving these two things can one be considered a true spiritual practitioner.

Mr. Chen probably didn't want to see himself constantly giving in.

If I were just a rogue cultivator, that would be one thing, but now I'm, after all, the owner of the bookstore.

When it's time to stand up for yourself, you should stand up for yourself!

"I'm sorry," Chen Qi maintained his composure, not giving the other party any chance to criticize him. "I've thought about it, and this is ultimately Qingcheng's own business. Although Senior Sun is indeed thinking of us, that really touches me."

"However, if I become the owner of the bookstore and have to rely on others to handle everything for the bookstore, that would be a form of escapism. So please leave it to us at the bookstore."

Sun Qinian frowned slightly, not expecting Chen Qi to be so difficult to deal with.

It seems that young people who have only recently entered the world of cultivation do not know what a family symbolizes.

"What exactly is the He family doing...?"

Sun Qinian shook his head helplessly.

Meanwhile, on the other side of Qingcheng, He Yan, sitting in the He family's old house, sneezed.

"Damn it, who's insulting me?"

Across from him, Mr. Qin, the owner of Qin's Firm, said with a smile, "Mr. He, are you still doing business with me?"

"Yes, yes! Of course we'll do it," He Yan forced a smile. "It's an honor for the He family to do business face-to-face with Boss Qin and Granny Qin of the Qin Family Firm!"

Grandma Qin, sitting next to Boss Qin, didn't say a word. She just held a cup of hot tea and gazed into the distance. No one knew what she was thinking.