It wasn't because the other person was rude, but because they knew how to conduct themselves.
Such people understand when to advance and retreat, making them comfortable and easier to get along with, allowing for longer-lasting friendships.
In other words, they are relatively easier to befriend.
This was Qin Chuan's first meal at the Zhan family home, a veritable banquet, with all the prominent members of the Zhan family present.
"Mr. Qin!"
"Mr. Qin!"
"Miss Mo Mou!"
...
Qin Chuan smiled and nodded in response, not really caring about such formalities. The group took their seats; the banquet was lively, and the dishes were plentiful.
While the food couldn't compare to Qin Chuan's cooking, it was clear that it was prepared with care and sincerity.
The meal was quite lively, and afterward, many left, leaving fewer than ten people.
Among them were Zhan Hao's father, the previous patriarch, and the Zhan family's eldest elder. However, the Zhan family's patriarch was no longer alive; otherwise, the Black Demon Palace wouldn't have dared to act so recklessly.
The Zhan family are the inheritors of the God of War, as Qin Chuan knew when he saw Zhan Hao, so they could be considered to be of the same lineage.
Even if Zhan Hao hadn't sought out Qin Chuan, he wouldn't have ignored him; it was his mission, the mission of the God of War Temple, the mission he had when he received the God of War's inheritance.
Zhan Yunshu was practically crippled, so no one was questioning Qin Chuan anymore.
However, everyone was now discussing something.
Qin Chuan sensed hostility from one of the people—the Zhan family's Grand Elder. His appearance and features resembled Zhan Yunshu's, but he couldn't be sure of the relationship.
The Zhan family's Grand Elder and patriarch were all members of the Zhan family, so naturally there were connections, though these connections varied in distance, some even requiring tracing back many generations.
"Mr. Qin, how confident are you in dealing with the Black Demon Temple?" the Grand Elder asked calmly.
He even seemed to have a slight smile, but Qin Chuan saw a chilling undercurrent in that smile—a cold killing intent hidden deep in his eyes.
Although Qin Chuan saw it, he felt nothing; in his eyes, this Zhan family Grand Elder was truly insignificant.
Even if he is also a successor of the God of War, the successor of the Silver Serpent God of War, ordinary people cannot see him. This successor of the God of War is deceptive because he resembles the legendary Silver Dragon God of War.
Qin Chuan shook his head: "I have never been in contact with the Black Demon Palace,
so I cannot give you an answer." "So, Mr. Qin means you are not confident?" the Grand Elder said.
"I didn't say that," Qin Chuan smiled.
"Then are you confident or not?" the Grand Elder asked calmly.
"I don't know!" Qin Chuan gave a straightforward answer.
The Grand Elder was stunned and said somewhat unhappily, "What do you mean, Mr. Qin? My Zhan family treats you as an honored guest and invited you with valuable gifts, yet you give us this answer."
Zhan Hao frowned slightly this time, but didn't say anything. This was an unwritten rule of large families and powerful forces. Actually, it was nothing. We have the right to examine the helpers that your family head has found.
Besides, the Grand Elder has a special status and is considered a highly respected person in the family. Moreover, Zhan Hao had previously beaten his son.
So, even though he knew the Grand Elder was doing this on purpose, he couldn't do anything about it, hence his unpleasant expression and anxiety.
After all, the whole family was watching. Even if you've found help, this is too domineering, and everyone feels uncomfortable.
You're just a junior; even as the family head, you should discuss many things with the family. You can't just say whatever you want!
Qin Chuan naturally saw Zhan Hao's expression and could tell he wasn't just putting on an act, so he smiled and said, "What do you want to say?"
Since that's the case, Qin Chuan might as well push him a little further. Since he's offered himself up for a beating, it would be a disservice not to take advantage of his efforts.
"Mr. Qin, since you don't even know if you're confident, please leave. Our Zhan family's survival is at stake; we can't afford any negligence," the Grand Elder said slowly.
Actually, if Qin Chuan left, he would lose face and slink away, and the real problem lay with Zhan Hao.
Qin Chuan was invited back by Zhan Hao, who even paid with a Yang-rank Ancestral Dragon Golden Emperor Pill, which he had already used.
However, he couldn't just leave, so Qin Chuan looked at the Grand Elder and said, "The Zhan family head invited me here. What right do you have to tell me to leave? Do you think you're the one in charge of the Zhan family?"
This was a rather harsh statement, considering the Zhan family head was just a young man. To send away someone personally invited by the Zhan family head was a slap in the face.
Perhaps that was the truth, but Qin Chuan also knew that while the Grand Elder held a high position in the Zhan family, he wasn't powerful enough to make the family head a puppet.
However, judging from Zhan Yunshu's previous actions and the Grand Elder's current behavior, Zhan Hao's position as family head was also precarious.
The Grand Elder, whether furious or indifferent, didn't refute, glancing at Qin Chuan: "I'll give you two choices: prove your ability to turn the tide for the Zhan family, or get out of the Zhan family."
Qin Chuan remained expressionless, while Zhan Hao's face was extremely grim, showing signs of losing his temper.
"Boy, I've given you two paths. Choose one, or I'll have to choose for you," the Grand Elder said softly, each word clear and forceful.
Qin Chuan slowly stood up and walked towards the Grand Elder, his aura calm and his steps casual.
The Grand Elder remained expressionless, not taking Qin Chuan seriously. A young man, no matter how much the rumors circulated, what did it matter? Seeing is believing, hearing is deceiving. He didn't believe it.
So, he was seizing this opportunity to try and make a move. Perhaps the Zhan family would soon change hands. As for the threat of the Black Demon Palace, he was actually in contact with them. As long as he became the family head and gave the Black Demon Palace enough benefits, there would be no problem.
He had already secretly allied with the Black Demon Palace, and even planned to use them to eliminate some people, so that the Zhan family would be under his control.
The Black Demon Palace was naturally happy to do so. Weakening the Zhan family was perfect; then, whether the Zhan family remained or not would be up to them.
Thus, each harbored their own ulterior motives, and the Grand Elder also needed to demonstrate his sincerity and ability. He knew Qin Chuan was a proud man, and that if he treated the Zhan family's affairs as a private matter, coupled with his own rude remarks, Qin Chuan would definitely leave.
Once Qin Chuan left, the Zhan family would inevitably fall into his hands.