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Chapter 257 Inviting Zhang Sanniang to join the Tianzun Organization

Just as Zhang Sanniang's parents looked a little puzzled and were wondering who Lin Tian was, suddenly, a figure appeared beside Zhang Sanniang without any warning like a ghost.

The figure came so quickly and so suddenly that everyone present couldn't help but be slightly startled.

After seeing who it was, Zhang Sanniang's face was filled with an ecstatic smile. Without hesitation, she reached out and grabbed Lin Tian. Then, she turned around, facing her parents, and said in a sweet voice, "Dad, Mom, look, this is Lin Tian!"

Hearing their daughter's words, Zhang Sanniang's parents quickly turned their gaze to Lin Tian, their eyes full of gratitude.

They both stepped forward, bowed to Lin Tian, and expressed their sincere gratitude: "Young Master Lin, thank you so much for helping my daughter! If it weren't for your help, I'm afraid our daughter would still be in dire straits!"

In response to Zhang Sanniang's parents' thanks, Lin Tian simply smiled faintly, waved his hand modestly, and said, "Uncle and aunt, there's no need to be so polite. As the saying goes, when you see injustice, you should draw your sword and help! In this kind of situation, anyone with a sense of justice would stand up."

At this moment, Murong Qiudi, who had been standing silently by the side, caught Zhang Sanniang's attention.

Zhang Sanniang frowned slightly, a hint of doubt in her eyes. She turned to look at Master Zhang and asked softly, "Dad, this girl looks very kind. Who is she?"

Upon hearing this, Master Zhang was stunned for a moment, but then he reacted. He quickly smiled and explained to Zhang Sanniang, "Oh, look at your father's poor memory. He actually forgot to introduce her to you. This is Murong Qiudi, your cousin!"

"Murong Qiudi... This name seems familiar, but I can't remember where I heard it." Zhang Sanniang muttered to herself, lost in thought, trying hard to recall the fragments of memory about this name.

Suddenly, as if she had thought of an important clue, her eyes widened with surprise, and she whispered, "Murong Qiudi, could she be the mysterious and feared Tianzun of the legendary Tianzun Organization?"

At this moment, Mr. Zhang, who had been silent all the time, nodded slightly, confirming Zhang Sanniang's guess.

After getting confirmation from her father, Zhang Sanniang was even more shocked. She really couldn't imagine that this legendary figure was actually related to her family.

After calming down a bit, Zhang Sanniang turned her head and looked at Murong Qiudi standing beside her. With a hint of doubt and confusion in her eyes, she asked cautiously, "Dad, what exactly is the purpose of Cousin Murong coming to our house this time?"

However, before she could finish her words, Murong Qiudi had already spoken first.

Murong Qiudi took a small step forward and said to Zhang Sanniang with a serious and earnest expression, "Sanniang, to be honest, I've come to visit you specifically to invite you to join our Tianzun organization. I'm sure you're aware of your predicament. Without a strong enough force to rely on for protection, or without the strength to protect yourself, your future will be difficult."

After saying these words, Murong Qiudi stared at Zhang Sanniang quietly, waiting for her response.

After hearing this, Zhang Sanniang knew clearly that what Murong Qiudi said was true.

Now she is in an extremely difficult situation.

Especially after Li Changan's stunning list was made public, this dilemma was pushed to the extreme.

You know, all the women who can make it onto this stunning list are stunningly beautiful, and in this world of comprehensive martial arts, although there may be some slight deviations among the women ranked in the top 100, it is undeniable that each of them has a face that is so outstanding that it is enough to make people fall in love with them.

If they had not known before that the Heavenly Secret Mark had such serious side effects, then perhaps the situation of these women would not have been so bad.

However, when the truth was revealed, the situation changed dramatically.

Some women, knowing the potential negative effects of the Heavenly Secret Mark, decisively chose to give up using it.

However, this just gives some people with ulterior motives an opportunity to take advantage of it.

They began to spy secretly and wait for an opportunity, attempting to attack the women who had lost the protection of the Heavenly Secret Seal.

If Zhang Sanniang had not met Lin Tian, then out of consideration for her own safety, she would most likely choose to join the Tianzun organization to seek shelter.

However, at this moment, a powerful person like Lin Tian was standing beside her, like a strong and sturdy pillar. Why should she rely on the Tianzun organization which seemed powerful but was actually of unknown depth?

Thinking of this, Zhang Sanniang couldn't help but slowly shift her gaze to Lin Tian beside her.

Lin Tian also keenly caught her gaze. With just a glance, he knew what Zhang Sanniang was thinking.

After a little thought, Lin Tian decided to communicate with Zhang Sanniang through the art of sound transmission.

His lips moved slightly, but no sound came out. Only a slight fluctuation of spiritual power was transmitted towards Zhang Sanniang.

"Sanniang, this matter is entirely up to you. If you are interested in joining the Tianzun Organization, I will fully support you. However, if you are not interested, I am also capable enough to ensure your safety."

Hearing this, a hint of joy flashed in Zhang Sanniang's eyes. She nodded slightly, indicating that she understood what Lin Tian meant.

Then, Zhang Sanniang resolutely turned around, facing Murong Qiudi, gently shook her head, and said slowly, "I'm truly sorry, cousin Murong. After careful consideration, I have decided to give up joining the Tianzun Organization."

When Zhang Sanniang said this, the expressions of Mr. Zhang and Mrs. Zhang who were sitting beside her changed slightly.

They obviously did not expect Zhang Sanniang to make such a decision, so they wanted to persuade her and hope to change her mind.

However, at this moment, when both Mr. Zhang and Mrs. Zhang were silent, Murong Qiudi was the first to break the silence. She opened her red lips and asked softly, "Why is it so?"

His tone was as calm as still water, without any ups and downs, as if he was not angry at all because of Zhang Sanniang's refusal.

Hearing this, Zhang Sanniang didn't say a word, but quietly moved her beautiful eyes to Lin Tian beside her. There seemed to be thousands of words in her eyes, but in the end she chose to remain silent.

This subtle movement naturally did not escape Murong Qiudi's keen observation, and she immediately saw the clue.

So, her beautiful eyes also turned to where Lin Tian was. Her gaze was like two cold sword lights, shooting straight at Lin Tian, and there was even a hint of scrutiny in her eyes.

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