Water elemental became a god, ultimately becoming the master of heaven, earth, mountains, and rivers

Chapter 59 Giving a Seat
After finishing his morning errands, Chen Shunan carried a bucket to draw well water to wash off the sweat from his body.

He then changed into a faded plain-colored mandarin jacket and headed to Bazhenlou with Lin Shouzhou, Sun Xiao, and Manager Li.

Upon reaching the second floor, the group arrived at a moderate pace, and several people were already seated at the three square tables.

However, most people only sit at the two tables on the left and right.

The innermost eight-immortal table, with its screen, ice tray, and soundproof, cool atmosphere, was only occupied by two or three people.

"Brother Shouzhuo is here? Come, come and sit here!"

"That night was rushed, I didn't have time to catch up with you. It's been a while since we old buddies have spoken."

Lin Shouzhou was a very famous figure among all of Zhao Dongjia's subordinates.

Upon seeing Lin Shouzhou, the people at the innermost table stood up and greeted him.

Lin Shouzhou and Manager Li walked to the innermost table.

Chen Shunan and Sun Xiao, being quite perceptive, found empty seats at two tables outside.

"Brother Chen."

"Brother Chen, don't take Hua Zai's matter to heart. There are all sorts of birds in a big forest. Our Shui San'er can't ruin our own harmony."

"I heard that Brother Chen lives in Chaodou Hutong, which is not far from my Waibozi Hutong. We can get to know each other better sometime."

Shui San'er saw Chen Shun'an at the table and couldn't help but strike up a conversation.

Most of them were just fellow villagers from the same village, and they met Chen Shunan for the first time. But after a long and enthusiastic conversation, they became closer and even put their arms around each other's shoulders.

There's no way around it, Chen Shunan is just too good at improving!

They put on that show in front of Zhao Dongjia, and no matter how much envy and cursed they secretly felt, they still put on a show.

A moment later, a blue sedan chair stopped outside Bazhenlou.

Zhao Guangxi and Zhou Qing arrived gracefully and went upstairs.

Upon seeing the two, the group of Shui San'er who had been chatting idly all stood up and respectfully greeted them.

"Master!"

"Senior Zhou!"

Zhao Guangxi smiled, said nothing, and walked straight to the innermost octagonal table. He lifted his long gown slightly and sat down in the main seat.

"Please come in, everyone. We're all brothers, don't be shy!"

Don't be so polite, you should have said so earlier. You made us brothers stand here for so long.

Some people muttered to themselves, but kept their thoughts to themselves.

"Thank you, Mr.

Everyone stood up and took their seats.

At Zhao Guangxi's table, he sat in the center, with three managers from the freshwater wells to his left, and then managers from the turbid water wells like Manager Li.

Due to a lack of 'space', some of the managers of the turbid water wells had to take a backseat and squeeze onto a table with the other water buffs.

To Zhao Guangxi's right, first was Zhou Qing, then a seven-foot-tall man with broad shoulders, a thick waist, and large eyes that swayed like two copper bells.

Lin Shouzhou sat to the left of the burly man.

Below that are a few veteran third-rate trolls in their later stages.

Without a sound, the group of Shui San'er had already completed a positional battle for the shadow-level.

After all, even in the gravel well pits, there is a lack of order and hierarchy.

This is naturally consistent.

"Of the twenty-seven second-rate fighters, most are in the early or middle stages of second-rate; including myself, there are no more than six in the later stages."

Chen Shunan sat in the corner, picked up a plate of pre-meal fruit and ate it silently, while analyzing and summarizing the strength of Zhao Dongjia's team.

"Who is that big man? In Zhao Dongjia's mind, he is even a few points higher than Instructor Lin. His aura is even more majestic and domineering, like molten lava... He has mastered the art of external martial arts."
I heard that besides Zhou Qing, Master Zhao also has another top-tier expert under his command, who has been stationed at the Danshui Ancient Well for many years, practicing the Immovable Zen Skill. Hmm, Lu Jing left and broke ties with Master Zhao several years ago, and Master Zhao hasn't recruited any new top-tier experts yet. Top-tier experts are indeed rare..."

Chen Shunan thought to himself.

At the main table, Zhao Guangxi's gaze swept over everyone, finally pausing on Chen Shunan before he smiled and said,

"Old Chen, why are you hiding so far away? Come on, sit here!"

Zhao Guangxi gestured to the waiter to add a stool next to Lin Shouzhou.

Clearly, the problem isn't a lack of space, but a lack of substance.

Upon hearing this, the second floor fell silent.

The chopsticks stopped, and everyone looked at Chen Shunan.

Chen Shunan was also somewhat surprised. His gaze inadvertently swept over the main table, where he saw Zhou Qing's eyes filled with a teasing expression. Those eyes were like autumn water and cold stars, seemingly able to speak, which sent another chill down Chen Shunan's spine.

It seems that Zhou Qing secretly told Zhao Guangxi the 'secret' of Chen Shunan's extraordinary lightness skill and his mastery of finger techniques.

Only then would Zhao Guangxi truly value Chen Shunan, offering him a seat and placing him at the head table.

Power originates from above.

Being highly regarded by Boss Zhao brings all sorts of subtle benefits!
In a flash, the key points were clarified.

Chen Shunan looked flattered, but dared not refuse, and quickly stood up, cupping his hands in greeting.

"Thank you for the seat, sir."

Many people looked on with envy at Chen Shunan's retreating figure as he lifted the hem of his robe and walked away quickly. If their gazes could turn into swords, they would have already pierced Chen Shunan with countless holes.

"What a blessing in disguise... How come no one plotted against me behind my back?!"

Many people muttered a few words to themselves.

Everyone had arrived, and a continuous stream of fine wine and dishes was served on the eight-immortal table.

Seeing the precious nutritional supplements in front of them, many of the "water san'er" immediately started to eat heartily.

With Mr. Zhao at the main table, the atmosphere was somewhat refined.

Zhao Guangxi said, "Old Chen, have you forgotten how old you are this year?"

Chen Shunan put down his chopsticks and said, "I will be fifty at the end of the year, in the winter month."

"At fifty, one is supposed to know one's destiny. Old Chen, you really do show some signs of knowing your destiny... Keep working hard with Manager Li, and Inoue won't let you down."

Zhao Guangxi exchanged a few more polite and encouraging words before turning to talk to the other shopkeepers.

Zhao Guangxi was eloquent and extremely adept at handling such situations, managing them with ease, showing leniency to everyone while subtly maintaining his authority.

Even Chen Shunan benefited greatly.

Amidst the clinking of glasses and the gentle stimulation of wine, a few drops go to the head.

Looking at the crowd in front of him, clinking glasses and exchanging toasts.

Chen Shunan suddenly felt a little drunk, his mind wandering.

A few days ago, Chen Shunan was still thinking about how he could eat his fill in a private room at Erhunpu like Instructor Lin and the others, instead of eating pig offal and sheep intestines.

I never imagined that I would end up sitting here in the blink of an eye.

Although it wasn't entirely due to ability, it was somewhat due to taking a shortcut.

By taking advantage of Ahua's situation, Chen Shunan was able to enter Zhao Dongjia's field of vision faster and sooner.

But the result is always good.

Chen Shunan couldn't help but sigh silently.

Ahua, you did a great job.

……

After the meal, everyone left one by one.

Chen Shunan, half-drunk, walked behind and went downstairs with Lin Shouzhou.

Stepping onto the stairs.

Chen Shunan wiped his face, his blood and qi spread, his acupoints closed, and all the alcohol fumes were expelled from his body.

His slightly tipsy eyes immediately lit up.

Drinking is for enjoyment, not for causing trouble.

All the managers, including Manager Li, remained on the second floor, seemingly reporting to and explaining something to Master Zhao.

Chen Shunan heard words like "the head of the well", "the difference is huge", "the competition is fierce", "the debt is heavy and there is no way to fill the hole".

Recalling Zhao Dongxi's recent reforms to the rules of the well-nest and the diversion of silver, Chen Shunan vaguely understood.

"It seems that things aren't going very smoothly for Zhao Dongjia to buy his way into the position?"

After all, news of the Qianning delegation's visit to the emperor had been circulating for over a month, and those who needed to know already knew.

The fledgling organizations such as the Qianlifan Yuan and the Huitong Siyi Guan were already taking shape, and most of their positions were probably already filled.

Thinking of this, Chen Shunan raised his eyebrows, a glint of shrewdness flashing in his eyes.

"Instructor Lin, you go ahead. I have something to discuss with Manager Li."

(End of this chapter)