Chapter 1676 - 1618: Chu Xianling Admits It (3)

Capítulo 1676: Chapter 1618: Chu Xianling Admits It (3)

Song Xiaodong also straightened his posture and seriously said, “General Zhao, so what do you want to discuss this time?”

Song Xiaodong changed the way he addressed Zhao Ruonan, indicating that the two were no longer speaking as friends.

Zhao Ruonan looked at Song Xiaodong and said, “Right now, Dragon Gate is in a period of just recovering and developing, so we don’t have any tasks for you at the moment. Just focus on your development. However, I hope that the development of Dragon Gate is well controlled and doesn’t have any impact on the country or ordinary people, especially not through any form of belief system.”

Song Xiaodong nodded his head and said, “Rest assured on that point. I am very clear about what Dragon Gate should and should not do. I am not only the Young Master of Dragon Gate, but I also hold the title of Captain of Dragon Thorn. I will never forget this identity.”

Zhao Ruonan nodded with satisfaction and said, “That’s for the best. If you need any help, feel free to ask. However, whether we can help depends on whether your requests contradict the country’s general direction. If not, we’ll try our best to support you financially and materially.”

Song Xiaodong said, “The development of Dragon Gate has always relied on everyone in Dragon Gate. We don’t want too much government assistance, as that would turn Dragon Gate into a government organization, which would be very limiting for us and not good for Dragon Gate or the country.”

Zhao Ruonan nodded with satisfaction and said, “It’s great that you have such an idea; it’s really commendable. However, times are different now. The power of the Dark Night Sect is much stronger than Dragon Gate. If you progress step by step, it might take a long time to reach that scale. If some hostile countries use the Dark Night Sect to execute certain actions, Dragon Gate might not keep up, which would be a great inconvenience for us.”

Song Xiaodong felt that Zhao Ruonan’s words made sense, hesitated for a moment, and said, “In that case, I’ll go discuss with the others at Dragon Gate, since they are more experienced, and see what they have to say before I reply to you.”

Zhao Ruonan looked at Song Xiaodong intensely, not because he didn’t agree to her request immediately, but because it sparked her curiosity about Dragon Gate. What kind of structure is Dragon Gate exactly?

Chapter 1620

Although Zhao Ruonan is a Junior General, Dragon Gate has been hidden for more than twenty years. How could a young general like her know about it?

Even those older in age find that the matters of Dragon Gate are confidential for the nation. The things Dragon Gate has done for the country can’t withstand diplomatic scrutiny, and therefore cannot be easily divulged to the public.

Even within the current military, only a few top-level officials know about Dragon Gate, despite there being many above Zhao Ruonan in rank. She was assigned this task because Xiaodong saved her last time, and the authorities thought her relationship with Song Xiaodong was closer, making things easier.

When Zhao Ruonan received this task, she was instructed by the leadership to make sure to coordinate well with Dragon Gate and not to damage the relationship with them.

Before coming, her mindset was good. Who knew that upon arrival she would see Song Xiaodong hugging Chu Xianling, which made her angry, leading to an unpleasant episode with Song Xiaodong.

Now that her mood had calmed down, she could clearly distinguish the severity and seriously discussed the main business with Song Xiaodong.

After the conversation, Yang Yushi said, “I must say, Ruonan, discussing such important matters in front of us seems a bit inappropriate?”

Zhao Ruonan immediately said indignantly, “Hmph, this should indeed be a private conversation between him and me, but considering the character of this guy, I can’t really trust him. With you here, I can be more at ease.”

Song Xiaodong’s face darkened and he said, “General Zhao, you make it sound like I’m some kind of flower thief.”

Zhao Ruonan rolled her eyes at Song Xiaodong and said, “Hmph, even if you’re not, you’re pretty close.” But her tone was no longer as harsh as before.

Yang Yushi then said, “Ruonan, but do you really think it’s okay for us to know about this? It seems like it should be a national secret.”

Zhao Ruonan sighed and said, “If it were someone else, or just because of our relationship, I would make you avoid it. But all of you are so close to this guy. Even if I don’t mention it, would he keep secrets from his own family?”

Yang Yushi blushed and hurriedly said, “Don’t include me, now it’s Xianling, not me.”

Chu Xianling smiled slightly and said, “You’re not now, but I believe you will be soon.”

Yang Yushi rolled her eyes and said, “Why does that sound so familiar?”

Chu Xianling chuckled lightly and said, “Isn’t it what you always said about me?”

With Chu Xianling and Yang Yushi bantering like this, the atmosphere finally lightened up. Song Xiaodong said, “The Three Great Talented Ladies of Beijing have all come here; it’s truly my honor. I’ll treat you to a welcome dinner at my home later.”

Before Yang Yushi and Chu Xianling could respond, Zhao Ruonan waved her hand and said cheerfully, “Alright, we’ll go to your place.”