Limitless Ascension: Strength Amid Adversity – Chapter 527

Seeing Ye Junlin finally relent, Li Ruotong’s expression softened a bit, thinking he was finally being reasonable.

At this point, Canglang Jun was thoroughly frustrated.

“My good granddaughter, why are you making decisions on your own?!”

Whether or not the money gets returned doesn’t really matter; I’m perfectly fine with sticking around. And that’s ten million top-tier Immortal Crystals!

What kind of concept is that?

Back in my day, I had to go through all sorts of scams and face life-threatening dangers just to collect a little over two million top-tier Immortal Crystals!

And now you not only give them away but even add so many extras?

Oh, my foolish granddaughter!

There’s really no need to spend this ridiculous money!

“Senior Ye, don’t misunderstand! I’m still willing to stay and serve you, please don’t chase me away!” Canglang Jun hurriedly said.

Once these words came out.

Everyone was in shock, looking at him with strange expressions.

This old geezer, instead of being a dignified elder, is rushing to be someone’s grandchild?

What kind of hobby is that?

After all, his own granddaughter is the current Immortal Emperor. With such a powerful background, who would dare mess with her in the North Cold Immortal Domain? He should be strutting around like a peacock!

Moreover, returning to the Li family, he’d enjoy an extremely high status, akin to the grand emperor of a nation, revered by the actual emperor.

No matter how you slice it, it’s way better than being a lowly servant!

What kind of magic does this young man have to make him willingly give up such a life and follow like a love-struck fool?

It’s absolutely baffling!

“Right now, you can stay if you want, or leave if you want. You’re free now; the choice is in your hands.” Ye Junlin waved his hand and said nonchalantly.

He didn’t mind having Canglang Jun around; after all, during his boring days, the guy could help alleviate some of that monotony. Plus, this barbecue was starting to meet his palate—barely.

So, deep down, he hoped Canglang Jun would stick around.

The Great Mushroom King’s eyes lit up with hidden joy.

How wonderful!

If that’s the case, he wouldn’t have to be afraid anymore!

“Canglang, your spirit of selfless devotion is truly magnificent!”

Li Ruotong was dumbfounded.

She couldn’t believe her grandfather was willing to give up the chance to enjoy life with the family to serve someone else.

What kind of hypnotic soup did this Ye Junlin guy feed her grandfather to make him so obedient and unwilling to leave?

“Grandpa!!”

Li Ruotong’s lovely brows furrowed, her eyes glaring, trying to make him reconsider.

Canglang Jun silently groaned, caught in a tough spot.

He had lost any sense of belonging to the unfamiliar Li family and saw no point in staying there.

“Tongtong, if you still recognize me as your grandfather, then don’t force me. Please respect my wishes!”

After weighing his options, Canglang Jun still chose to stay, his face serious at that moment.

If it were anyone else speaking to Li Ruotong like this, she would have slapped them long ago.

But this wasn’t just anyone; it was her most respected grandfather, whom she had to honor.

“Fine…”

Li Ruotong gritted her teeth, and even though she found it utterly confusing, she had no choice but to concede.

Then, she regained her composure and looked at Ye Junlin with sharp eyes, coldly declaring, “Friend Ye, I’ll trouble you to look after my grandfather.”

Ye Junlin smiled and replied, “Not a problem at all; your grandfather is quite tough!”

“???” Li Ruotong was stunned and then anger flared with her face twitching.

What kind of nonsense is this?

Isn’t that a bit insulting?!

“Senior Ye is right; I’m very tough!” Canglang Jun smiled broadly, puffing out his chest as if feeling proud.

Li Ruotong: “…”

I can’t even!

Grandpa, can you please not be like this?

“Friend Ye, let me be straightforward. I’m here mainly to request an Immortal Emperor Artifact from you. Name your conditions, and as long as it’s something I can do, I’ll fulfill it.”

Li Ruotong took a few deep breaths and spoke in a lowered voice.

Because of her grandfather, she couldn’t continue to act against Ye Junlin, so the best course of action now was to have him state his conditions, which she would try her best to fulfill.

Though this meant handing over the initiative to him, it was the only move she had.

“That sounds good.”

Ye Junlin didn’t answer directly but leaned back in his lounge chair, casually picking up a skewer to munch on, “How about you join me for a bite? Let’s talk slowly.”

“Hmm?”

Li Ruotong raised an eyebrow, feeling a bit displeased, thinking Ye Junlin was deliberately acting cool.

“Tongtong, come try this; it’s Grandpa’s special barbecue!” Canglang Jun excitedly pulled her towards the barbecue stall.

“Your special barbecue?”

For a moment, all of Li Ruotong’s resistance melted away; she didn’t want to reject her grandfather’s good intentions.

Then, Canglang Jun handed her a skewer, “Try it! How does it taste?”

Li Ruotong took a gentle bite, chewing thoughtfully, a flicker of surprise flashing in her eyes.

To be honest, it’s really super delicious!

“How’s Grandpa’s cooking?” Canglang Jun asked eagerly.

“Really great!”

Li Ruotong genuinely acknowledged.

With her esteemed status, she had certainly tasted countless delicacies, but none compared to a skewer made by her grandfather!

“Then eat more if it’s good.” Canglang Jun said warmly.

After indulging happily for a bit, Li Ruotong suddenly felt out of sorts—wasn’t she here to request an Immortal Emperor Artifact? Why was she eating barbecue instead?!

Quickly shifting gears.

She walked up to the silver-haired youth, just about to speak when her skewer was snatched from her hand.

To her astonishment, he took a bite from it, “Thanks!”

“You…” Li Ruotong was left speechless.

“What? Did you eat it already?” Ye Junlin looked surprised.

“Not really…”

“Then it’s fine; I thought it had your saliva on it.”

Ye Junlin sighed with relief and continued munching.

Li Ruotong stood there, frozen.

What does that even mean? Are you implying you didn’t want my spit on it?

“Friend Ye, let’s not beat around the bush anymore. Please state your conditions!”

Li Ruotong’s face darkened, a wave of irritation bubbling up inside her.

She didn’t want to feel like she was being led by the nose. Even if he made outrageous demands, she would prefer that to wasting time.

“See, you’re getting impatient!”

Ye Junlin set down the skewer in his hand, visibly displeased.

Li Ruotong was clenching her fists tightly, her voice heavy, “Friend Ye, please state your conditions!”

“Alright, alright, I’ll say it. How impatient can you be? Were you the King of Jiji in your previous life?”

Ye Junlin said with a huff.

King of Jiji?

Li Ruotong froze.

Who is that?

Although the name sounds ridiculous, at least he was a king. Was this guy praising her or insulting her?

Li Ruotong momentarily found herself at a loss.

“Listen carefully, my condition is…” Ye Junlin paused, then gestured for Li Ruotong to come closer to hear.

“Spit it out already, don’t keep me in suspense!”

Li Ruotong maintained a serious face, forcing down her inner frustration, leaning in next to Ye Junlin to listen.

Her alluring figure swayed elegantly, emanating a charming fragrance.

“The condition is…” Ye Junlin whispered in Li Ruotong’s ear, lowering his voice.

Feeling the warm breath against her ear, an unusual sensation washed over Li Ruotong, her beautiful face turning a shade of red.

And the next second, the words she heard made her eyes widen in disbelief.

Simply put, the condition Ye Junlin put forth was far beyond her expectations; it was something she had never encountered before in her life!