<h4>Chapter 1403: Chapter 1711: The Patriarch’s Hobby</h4>


    Ling Chen looked at Ling Gengqiu with surprise, only to see him quickly run up to a beautiful woman, gesturing wildly as he spoke. The woman was quite attractive, with a slightly above-average aura, likely a career woman, dressed in a short outfit, carrying a delicate handbag.


    However, from the woman’s attitude, it was clear she wasn’t very interested in Ling Gengqiu, as she kept looking down at her phone. Ling Chen couldn’t help but smile, guessing that their family’s ancestor was about to hit a wall.


    To be honest, Ling Chen really admired Ling Gengqiu. After being so carefree with Zhao Zhengxiong, he still had the energy to try and pick up girls. Who knew how much energy he had.


    As expected, a few minutester, Ling Gengqiu returned with a disappointed face. Sitting back in his seat, he picked up a ss of liquor and drank it all down.


    "Kid, what’s up with women these days? I talked to her so much, and she didn’t react at all, didn’t even look at me, just kept staring at her phone andughing. Do you think they have a problem?"


    Ling Chenughed and said, "Brother, they don’t have a problem. It’s just that times have changed, and romance isn’t all about talking anymore."


    "Then what’s it about?"


    "It’s about the phone." Ling Chen took out his phone and pointed at the apps installed on the screen, saying, "See, nowadays peoplemunicate using social apps. With these, you can chat with a beautiful woman even from a thousand miles away. If you can get them to agree to meet, you’ve seeded. But women today have high standards and won’t easily agree, so you must really show your charm."


    "Wow! There are such great things." Ling Gengqiu quickly took out his phone. Previously, Ling Chen had only taught him how to make calls and send messages, he hadn’t mentioned the other functions. Upon learning that the phone could be used to pick up girls, Ling Gengqiu immediately became interested.


    From ten o’clock to one in the morning, the two sat in a street stall, drinking and teaching Ling Gengqiu how to use those social apps. It must be said, living for hundreds of years makes a difference, and with highprehension, in just over two hours, Ling Gengqiu had mastered various functions.


    Seeing Ling Gengqiu so absorbed in the world of phones, unable to extricate himself, Ling Chen couldn’t help but shake his head and invited him to head home together.


    The next day.


    Ling Chen and Ling Gengqiu went straight to the Dragon Tiger Hall, feeling it was time to do some proper work after such a leisurely period. Upon arriving at the hall, they saw He Ziyun alone in his office, while Tong Zhentian was outside checking on the students’ training.


    Seeing Ling Chen and Ling Gengqiu approach, He Ziyun quickly stood up and invited Ling Gengqiu to sit. Ling Gengqiu only thanked him, his eyes never leaving his phone.


    Seeing this, He Ziyun felt a bit puzzled and nced at Ling Chen. Thetter shrugged, looking helpless. Since teaching Ling Gengqiu to use social appsst night, Ling Gengqiu hadn’t slept, chatting happily with several beautiful women in the living room right up until this morning.


    "Mr. He, don’t mind him, he’s already obsessed." As he spoke, Ling Chen pulled He Ziyun to sit aside and inquired about thetest situation at the Dragon Tiger Hall.


    "Ever since Mr. Guo joined the Dragon Tiger Hall, ourpetitiveness has greatly improved, attracting many martial arts enthusiasts, effectively curbing the momentum of the Heavenly Mechanism Arts Hall."


    "That’s good. As long as we slow down the Heavenly Mechanism Arts Hall, we have a chance to surpass them. By the way!" Ling Chen shifted the topic and asked, "How is the preparation for the construction of the Dragon Tiger Hall’s branch going?"


    "Everything is proceeding as nned. In about a month, ten branches across the country will gradually open. Additionally, a branch will also be established in East Sea City. We have no choice; the hall has recruited too many people, and the housing and area are far from adequate."


    "That’s no problem," Ling Chen said. "Didn’t I have Hu Fei allocate a special fund to the Dragon Tiger Hallst time? It should be enough. If you’re short, let me know. After all, I’m not short of money right now."


    "Alright." Speaking of which, He Ziyun seemed to remember something and asked, "Have you heard about what happened at the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion a few days ago?"


    "What happened?"


    "Someone broke into the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, injured the pavilion’s disciples, and rescued Wang Hao from a cell. Because of this incident, the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master announced that they would severely punish anyone who trespassed on the pavilion. However, several days have passed with no news of that person."


    "Ha!" Ling Chen chuckled softly, "There won’t be any news. If I’m not mistaken, the person who trespassed into the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion is definitely Su He. Su He is all alone now, with no resources, and Wang Hao is an obedientckey. Su He would surely not abandon him."


    "If it’s Su He, doesn’t the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master know?"


    Ling Chen thought for a moment and said, "I think Su Mei probably knows. It’s impossible for Su He to enter the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion without seeing Su Mei. However, the Heavenly Mechanism Arts Hall has severed ties with Su He, and Su Mei couldn’t openly release Wang Hao, as that would likely arouse suspicion. So, they staged a y, letting Su He storm the pavilion to rescue Wang Hao. This way, even if something happens to Su He and Wang Hao in the future, the Heavenly Mechanism Arts Hall can absolve itself of responsibility."


    At this, Ling Chen couldn’t help but smile, "Sometimes, only through experience can one grow. Su Mei is undoubtedly a good example. She is increasingly bing like a Pavilion Master. However, I hope she can maintain her integrity and not follow in Su He’s footsteps, doing something out of line. Otherwise, even if I have a connection with her, I won’t let her off."


    "Kid." At this time, Ling Gengqiu, who had been ying with his phone with his head lowered, suddenly looked up excitedly and said, "Quick, arrange a car for me. I need to go out."


    Ling Chen was slightly taken aback and asked, "Brother, where are you going?"


    "I just arranged a lunch with a beautiful woman, and we’re also going to see a movie and stroll around. Wait a moment." Ling Gengqiu looked at his outfit and shook his head: "No, I need to change clothes. Kid, first take me to buy a couple of high-end outfits."


    Ling Chen said with a wry smile, "Brother, why the rush? It’s only nine o’clock. Don’t worry, I’ll help you sort it all out. Mr. He, if there’s nothing else, we’ll take our leave."


    "Alright." He Ziyun nodded, but his gaze toward Ling Gengqiu was somewhat peculiar.


    Leaving the Dragon Tiger Hall, Ling Chen drove with Ling Gengqiu in the car. As the car started, Ling Gengqiu suddenly said, "Su Cheng’en probably can’t sit still. You should be careful."


    "Hmm?" Ling Chen didn’t react immediately.


    "Since Su He is making moves, it means Su Cheng’en is ready to act. He knows my current strength hasn’t fully recovered, so he’s likely to take this opportunity to cause me trouble."