Chapter 6 Self-Recommendation

  As night began to fall, Han Jin and Stilberg returned to the town, both of whom had been carefully dressed up. The long robes they wore were stolen by Stilberg, not to mention how good the fabric was, at least there were no patches, their faces were clean and tidy, with red lips and white teeth, looking very attractive. However, Stilberg's confidence was clearly insufficient, his eyes darting back and forth, while Han Jin was much more calm, his steps light and carefree, with a hint of elegance, the corners of his mouth slightly upturned, and a faint smile would appear in the blink of an eye, exuding an extraordinary aura that gave people a refreshing feeling.

  The pedestrians in the town saw Han Jin, and also noticed the master and servant. Several people who had some impression of Raphael hesitated for a moment before suddenly recognizing Han Jin, and they whispered to each other in surprise behind his back.

  Actually, Raphael's foundation was very good to begin with. Twenty years ago, his parents were also considered famous beauties in the neighborhood, and their genetic inheritance wouldn't be bad either. The only regret is that the real Raphael didn't have any temperament or charm back then. Han Jin's fusion made up for Raphael's shortcomings, and if Han Jin dressed up a bit more and put on some expensive packaging, even if he ran to the Holy Crown City, he would still be a young man who catches people's eyes.

  "Stilberg, which way?" Han Jin asked softly.

  "This way." Stillberg pointed with his hand, and suddenly hesitated, saying: "Young master, you've been laughing non-stop since we got back to town. Aren't... aren't you tired?"

  "You fool, what do you know!" Han Jin patted Stilberg's head: "A smile is the best weapon. Smiling at your enemy will ease his vigilance, smiling at your friend will strengthen your friendship, and smiling at a woman will bring you closer together... Never mind, I won't tell you this, you're still too young."

  "I..." Stillberg was about to say that I am a few months older than you, but he didn't dare to say it, so he changed the subject: "Young master, should I smile too?" After finishing speaking, Stillberg imitated Han Jin's smile, but his smile had a bit of a flattering taste.

  "Whatever." Han Jin shook his head helplessly. A person's temperament is hard to change in a short period of time. Stillberg was originally Raphael's house slave, and later became a beggar. His behavior always seemed a bit awkward, making him smile was even harder than making him frown.

  As they spoke, the two people had already arrived at their destination. The small building in front of them was entirely made of stone, with no signboard outside, only some armor and various long swords hanging from it. Apparently, this was a weapon shop. According to Stierlberg, the first floor was the store, while the second floor was where Miss Keili lived. The building's style was very grandiose, standing out in the small town of Radon. However, Han Jin couldn't help but wonder, why would Miss Keili, who was also famous in Sacred Crown City, come to this place? In other words, what could she gain from being here?

  Just as Han Jin was about to walk in, a middle-aged man came out and sized him up before saying politely: "Sorry young master, we're closed for business. If you want to buy weapons, please come back in a few days."

  "You misunderstood, I have something to discuss with Miss Keli." Han Jin smiled and said.

  "You are..." the middle-aged man asked hesitantly. Just as Han Jin had said, his smile had a certain effect. In fact, Miss Gui Li's mood was not good at this time. Under normal circumstances, the middle-aged man should have directly refused Han Jin. With Miss Gui Li's background, she wasn't afraid of offending anyone in La Dong Town. But Han Jin's smile was very sunny and full of kindness, and his temperament was extraordinary. As the saying goes, "A smiling face can ward off anger," which made the middle-aged man subconsciously ask a question.

  "My name is Raphael, Baron by succession." Han Jin said in a low voice, "Would you mind announcing me?" Han Jin reported his identity, not to intimidate anyone with his status. Strictly speaking, this was a psychological hint: I am a nobleman, and I'm being polite to you, so you don't need to be hostile. Whether or not to see me should be your master's decision."

  "It's actually Young Master Raphael, please wait a moment." The middle-aged man smiled and nodded, turning around to walk inside.

  It wasn't long before the middle-aged man appeared at the door again and stepped aside: "Master Raphael, please."

  "Thank you." Han Jin didn't show any modesty and walked in with big strides.

  The shop was quiet, with a few apprentices dressed in plain clothes sitting around the table discussing something in hushed tones. It seemed that the departure of the dwarf master blacksmith had brought a great impact to this place. Han Jin pondered as he followed the middle-aged man up to the second floor.

  In the living room on the second floor, a girl of about seventeen or eighteen years old sat on the main seat. She was extremely beautiful, with eyebrows like crescent moons and a pair of big eyes that seemed to speak. Her pupils were sky blue, as pure as the sky, her nose was straight and upturned, her lips slightly thin, and two small dimples on her cheeks made her look even more lovely. Her skin was white and flawless, like a beautiful painting. Even with Han Jin's experience, he was stunned for a moment before regaining his composure. At the same time, he understood why Raphael had been infatuated with someone in the past. Unfortunately, this was just a toad thinking of eating swan meat. Not only had Raphael already ruined his family, but even if he were young and promising, a woman like Miss Gui Li would not be something a small baron like him could afford.

  However, at this moment, Miss Gui's gaze was fixed on a big man opposite her, with a few points of annoyance on her face. Han Jin recognized the other party, and when they were bullied by the town's security team that day, it was this big man who stood up for justice.

  "Don't forget, I'm your employer! Can't you even do this one thing?! " Miss Gui Li finally spoke up, although her tone was very severe, but her voice was as clear and pleasant as a canary's, and the atmosphere she had deliberately created was completely undone by herself.

  "Miss Ke Li, I have my principles." The big man rubbed his chin and said with difficulty: "I'm a mercenary, not an assassin. It seems you've hired the wrong person."

  Miss Gui Li lightly bit her lip and coldly said: "Twenty gold coins!"

  "This isn't about money, miss." The big man raised an eyebrow, his deep voice firm and unshakeable.

  "Y...". Miss Gui Li was a bit out of breath, and as soon as she uttered the word "you", she became speechless.

  The middle-aged man walked to Miss Keli's side, whispered something in a low voice, and Miss Keli raised her head, looking towards Han Jin's direction: "Mr. Raphael? Forgive me, I'm not familiar with your name, who are you..."

  "I grew up in Radon Town, you're a stranger to me... haha, that's normal." Han Jin smiled and said, although Miss Gui Li seemed a bit abrupt, not putting this baron in her heart, not even giving him a seat, but he still maintained his smile and courtesy: "May I sit down and talk?"

  "Please sit down. I'm the one who's being rude." Miss Kei Li forced a smile: "What brings you here? Sorry, I'm quite busy right now, so..."

  "I understand." Han Jin smiled as usual and then said straightforwardly, "I heard that Miss Gui Li has encountered some trouble? I can help you solve this small problem."

  "Oh... I didn't think my situation would spread so quickly." Miss Kirei blinked and said calmly, "May I ask presumptuously, how do you plan to solve the problem? You don't seem like a professional. It's my duty to inform you that Vellal is not only a master craftsman but also a high-ranking combat dwarf."

  "Violence can't solve all problems." Han Jin smiled and said.

  "I'm a bit confused, so you..."

  "Intellect." Han Jin said in a low voice: "The intellect of dwarves is usually not very good, I can think of a way to deal with this aspect."

  "An idea? So you still haven't thought of a way?" Miss Keren showed a helpless smile, while an old man sitting beside her let out a snort.

  "To be honest, Miss Kaili, I know your status is high and your vision is broad." Han Jin's face didn't change color, with a hint of being unaffected by honor or shame: "Villar is just a dwarf, does he really have the courage to propose to you? How ridiculous... Hehe, even if he had the courage, it should be because someone or some people instructed him, right?" Before meeting Miss Kaili, Han Jin still believed in the 'intelligence' that Stilberg had obtained, but after meeting her, he overturned all the contents of the intelligence. Even in his era when women's liberation was shouted loudly, the more beautiful a woman was, the more likely she would become a plaything for those who had gained benefits. What about here?! A girl like Miss Kaili with status, identity, and stunning looks could only be pursued by the wealthy and noble. A dwarf trying to get involved? That's purely nonsense! Unless he's crazy.

  Miss Kaili's face suddenly turned cold, and she said word by word: "Young Master Raphael, are you really from Ladontown?"

  "You can send someone outside to ask around, although my reputation isn't very good, I indeed belong here."

  Miss Gui Li looked at Han Jin quietly for a moment, then her expression gradually eased: "Okay, I don't care what method you'll use to solve my problem anymore. What I'm interested in is, what do you want from me?" As she spoke, Miss Gui Li revealed a sweet smile.

  Han Jin stretched out two fingers.

  "What do you mean?"

  "Twenty gold coins."

  Miss Gui Li was taken aback and couldn't help but look at the big man, she knew that the 'twenty gold coins' wasn't a random demand from him, but rather what she had just uttered herself.

  The old man beside Miss Gui Li stood up and walked hastily out of the hall, while the hall fell into silence. Not long after, the old man came back, his eyes slanted at Jin, and said in a sarcastic tone: "Young Master Raphael, do you think you're worth twenty gold coins?"

  Miss Kaili frowned, and Stilberg, who had been walking with his head down in fear since entering the hall, suddenly jumped out and shouted: "You fart! Apologize to my young master immediately!"

  "Rubbish! Who are you talking to?!" The old man suddenly became furious and was about to rush over.

  "Shut up!" Han Jin and Miss Kui Li shouted in unison, and the two of them had the same binding force on their subordinates. The old man and Stilberg both retreated with a sullen face.

  "Your Excellency, these twenty gold coins have nothing to do with me. What's important is whether the trouble Miss Gui encountered is worth solving for twenty gold coins. If you think Miss Gui isn't worth it, then I've said too much." Han Jin said calmly, his expression still unchanged, as if he didn't care about the other person's rudeness at all. As for whether he had any resentment in his heart, only Han Jin himself knew.

  "Alright, I believe you." Miss Ke Li smiled cleverly, intentionally ignoring the provocation in Han Jin's words: "So, how many days do you need? Frankly speaking, I can't put all my hopes on you."

  "One day."

  "One day?" Miss Ke Li looked surprised and then smiled: "Good! Then I'll wait for your news."

  "Miss Ke Li, actually I'm quite poor now and my plan also requires some expenses. Do you think it's better to pay me a part of the deposit first?"

  "Mr. Raphael, you're making things difficult for me." Kiri said softly: "I don't know anything about you, if you take my money..."

  "Are you afraid I'll run away?" Han Jin chuckled and his gaze fell on the big man: "You've forgotten, you've also hired a powerful mercenary who can supervise me. If I really run away, he'll have to take responsibility for compensating you. If I work hard for you with all my heart, you'll also solve a troublesome problem that's been giving you a headache. Either way, you won't lose out."

  The big man showed a look of astonishment, while Miss Qieli's eyes sparkled with amusement, taking in the big man's changing expression. She nodded with satisfaction: "Good, deal!"