Chapter 331: Chance Encounter with Xiaochun Zhuanqin

Konoha Village, Commercial Street.

Lian Ye is patrolling his territory on Commercial Street like a lion; over 60% of the shops on the road are connected to him.

Either they are his enterprises, or he holds shares in them.

All this is thanks to the behind‑the‑scenes big boss of the Exchange House; he can only say the boss's favor is not yet repaid.

Unfortunately, he has never had the chance to meet the Money Boss Father.

"Lian Yejun, long time no see."

At that moment, a familiar female voice came from behind Lian Ye; turning around, he saw Xiaochun Zhuanqin smiling a short distance away, greeting him.

"Xiaochun," he replied with a smile, "it's been a few days since we last met."

Xiaochun Zhuanqin came before Lian Ye, curiously asking, "Lian Yejun, what have you been busy with lately?"

She really hadn't seen Lian Ye's figure in the village for a long time; it is said that this guy has been lying flat at home for the past few years.

Because of this, Tuan Cang has often complained to her while carrying out missions.

"I'm busy teaching students," Lian Ye sighed helplessly, "today is a day off, but tomorrow I have to lead students on a mission again."

"You still teach students?" Xiaochun Zhuanqin looked shocked, "Does Teacher Feijian really feel comfortable entrusting his students to you?"

Are you sure you won't corrupt the kids?

"What do you mean?" Lian Ye's mouth twitched.

He always feels that Xiaochun is questioning his teaching ability.

Although his Cultural Class grades are a bit poor, it doesn't mean he can't educate students.

For the ninja profession, academic scores aren't important; strength is the hard truth.

"Sorry," Xiaochun Zhuanqin said awkwardly, "I didn't mean that..."

For a moment his tongue slipped out unintentionally; Lian Yejun shouldn't be angry because of that, right?

"That's not what I meant. Then what did you mean just now?" Lian Ye said confidently, "My teaching method is solid; eventually they'll become renowned across the Ninja World, just wait and see!"

"I believe you, Lian Yejun," Xiaochun Zhuanqin said without rebuttal, "May I boldly ask, who are your students?"

She wants to see which unlucky fools accidentally became Lian Ye's students.

She isn't doubting Lian Ye's ability, just his teaching skill.

After all, given Lian Ye's legendary history, the strength he cultivates is unquestionable; as for other aspects...

One can only say those who understand, understand.

"Gangshou, Orochimaru, Zilaoye," Lian Ye said proudly, "How about it, my disciples aren't bad, right?"

"Hehe, not bad, really not bad," Xiaochun Zhuanqin forced a stiff smile.

Good kids who end up with a teacher like Lian Ye are likely ruined in this life.

The village's future shows no hope at a glance!

Although Lian Ye is Teacher Feijian's adopted son, he scoffs at Konoha's Will of Fire, and his disciples are probably the same.

A teacher's words and deeds subtly influence disciples' mindsets.

The kind of teacher determines the kind of disciple; bluntly put, a crooked beam makes the lower beam crooked.

With three people under a teacher like Lian Ye, Konoha Village is bound to collapse sooner or later!

Of course, that's just her worst-case assumption...

Even if Lian Ye's three disciples lack the Will of Fire, they probably wouldn't betray the village.

Otherwise Konoha Village would truly be doomed.

"Xiaochun, what have you been doing these days?" Lian Ye stopped discussing the disciples and changed the subject.

"I'm also serving as a team leader teacher," Xiaochun Zhuanqin explained, "My students are members of the Zhu Lude Sanzu."

Lian Ye showed a confirming expression; the Zhu Lude Sanzu are staunch supporters of the Hokage Faction, and their graduates naturally receive Jonin team leader teachers.

After all, when unexpected situations arise during missions, a Chunin team leader may not be able to handle them.

Qianshou Feijian, that old kid, certainly wouldn't let the families that back him feel cold; the treatment is definitely unquestionable, he can't let his supporters bleed and cry.

That old kid is an excellent politician; as long as he's around, the village basically won't see major trouble.

The only unstable factor is probably the Uchiha Clan.

"Take good care of the students," Lian Ye said with a smile, "Later, I might even snag a Hokage Advisor position, ding ding."

"Really?" Xiaochun Zhuanqin's eyes lit up.

Although she doesn't pursue power much, who can refuse promotions and raises?

"That's natural," Lian Ye explained, "When Tuan Cang becomes Hokage, could he forget a teammate like you?"

"No," Xiaochun Zhuanqin shook her head.

She has fought side by side with Tuan Cang for over a decade; Tuan Cang would never forget her.

The more she thought, the more Lian Ye's words seemed reasonable.

"Then that's settled," Lian Ye spread his hands, "When the time comes, he'll promote you; for the Hokage, it's just a single sentence matter."

The saying 'when one attains the Way, even chickens and dogs ascend to heaven' is not baseless.

Given Tuan Cang's temperament, after becoming Hokage he would have to show off before former comrades; promoting a companion on the side is perfectly normal.

Unfortunately, Lian Ye isn't interested in such matters; otherwise he'd have already asked Qianshou Feijian for a position to play with.

It's too troublesome; better to lie flat at home.

Xiaochun Zhuanqin differs from Lian Ye; she hasn't experienced the taste of being an official yet.

She is very interested in promotions and raises.

She even looks forward to Tuan Cang becoming Hokage soon, so she can experience the feeling of being in a high position.

The thought of others calling her 'Xiaochun Consultant' makes the corners of her mouth involuntarily lift.

"What are you being so silly about?" Lian Ye's face showed puzzlement.

Isn't it just a position with no real authority?

What's there to be happy about?

"Sorry, Lian Yejun," Xiaochun Zhuanqin realized they had slipped up.

After all, not everyone can be like Lian Ye, having no desire for power at all...

For an ordinary person, becoming a squad leader is already a promotion and raise, let alone being a consultant who can give advice to the Hokage.

Calling it a meteoric rise wouldn't be an exaggeration.

Don't be fooled that Konoha is just a village; its population base is huge—already tens of thousands at this time.

"Lian Yejun, I won't keep chatting with you for now," Xiaochun Zhuanqin seemed to recall something: "I still have something to attend to."

As she said, she hurried away from the Commercial Street.

Lian Ye paid no mind to the little incident, continuing to patrol his territory on the street.

"Lord Lian Ye, would you like to come in for some barbecue?" The staff of the Akido BBQ Restaurant, upon seeing Lian Ye, hurried forward with a warm invitation.

"No, thank you," Lian Ye waved his hand to decline.

He also holds shares in the Akido Clan's barbecue restaurant, needing to worry about nothing each day—just waiting for the year‑end dividend.

At first the Akido Clan refused Lian Ye's investment, but he offered far too much.

The money was enough for them to expand the restaurant's scale, and they ultimately agreed with gusto.

All of this owes thanks to the Exchange House's Mysterious Boss.

He is practically Lian Ye's angel investor!