As Qiao Leng left the main hall, his heart sank to an unprecedented level of heaviness.
The fact that the clan leader didn't immediately retaliate tonight proved that he hadn't been blinded by anger.
However, from the three orders issued by the clan leader, Qiao Leng felt an unyielding determination for revenge as strong as iron!
"Deciding to withdraw from Yangku Town tonight means that the death of Wen Lao has alerted the clan leader to the danger and made him aware of the terror of Su Yi."
"The son of a wealthy family does not sit idle. This Yangku Town is not under the jurisdiction of the Yu family. If they retaliate tonight, casualties are inevitable. In such a situation, the clan leader can only endure for now."
"And his second and third orders undoubtedly involve plotting revenge!"
"Meeting Governor Xiang Tianqiu in half an hour is highly likely an attempt to use the power of the governor to deal with Su Yi!"
"After all, Su Yi is the man of the Sixth Prince, while the governor is aligned with the Second Prince. This can be conveniently exploited by the clan leader."
"And the clan leader's meeting with the Sixth Prince at Moyun Tower tomorrow noon is easy to understand. It may involve using certain conditions as an exchange to force the Sixth Prince to abandon Su Yi..."
Qiao Leng's heart turned cold as he thought of this.
Is this the cunning and strategy of high-ranking individuals?
After a moment, Qiao Leng shook his head, not daring to think too much, and hurriedly took action.
Indeed, he was a martial master, but when it came to matters involving the Yu family, the princes, and the governor, he was ultimately just an ordinary person, unable to change anything.
...
Half an hour later.
A group belonging to the Yu family hastily left Yangku Town and raced towards Gunzhou City in the ink-like darkness of the night.
Half an hour later.
Gunzhou City, Governor's Mansion.
Xiang Tianqiu, who had already received the news, sat in a palace, sipping tea while waiting.
He had a slightly bloated figure, graying beard, and a pair of eyes as sharp as a hawk. With a single glance, he exuded immense power.
As the governor of a province, he was comparable to a high-ranking official and possessed enough authority to intimidate the entire region.
And Xiang Tianqiu himself was an elder grandmaster in the realm of Triple Martial Mastery!
Not long after, Yv Bai Ting, wearing wide-sleeved robes and a flowing beard, arrived.
Xiang Tianqiu stood up and greeted him with a smile, "I heard that Brother Yu was taking a leisurely trip in Yangku Town. Why did you hastily return in the dead of night? Has something major happened?"
Yv Bai Ting smiled faintly, "Indeed, a minor incident has occurred, but I didn't come here to discuss that."
"Please have a seat first."
As Xiang Tianqiu spoke and was about to instruct someone to bring tea, Yv Bai Ting stopped him, saying, "Governor, I'll be leaving after we finish our business. There's no need to trouble yourself."
Xiang Tianqiu was momentarily surprised but smiled, "Very well, then I will listen attentively."
Yv Bai Ting pondered for a moment and said directly, "I will meet the Sixth Prince at Moyun Tower tomorrow noon."
Xiang Tianqiu's pupils narrowed suddenly, and the atmosphere in the hall became slightly heavy.
After a while, he smiled and said, "Brother Yu, you didn't rush here in the dead of night just to express your support for me and join the camp of the Sixth Prince, right?"
"Of course not," Yv Bai Ting calmly replied. "I just want to borrow Governor Xiang's influence to discuss a condition with the Sixth Prince."
"What do you mean?" Xiang Tianqiu frowned.
Yv Bai Ting casually said, "There's a little trouble caused by someone around the Sixth Prince that has affected my daughter. It has made me very uncomfortable, so I plan to have the Sixth Prince personally take care of this person."
Xiang Tianqiu was surprised and said, "The Sixth Prince wouldn't be planning to use your daughter's life to force you, the head of the Yu family, to join his camp, would he? If that's the case, it would be too foolish!"
Yv Bai Ting shook his head and said, "I'm not sure about the Sixth Prince's intentions, but since such a thing has happened, it must be resolved."
After a moment of silence, Xiang Tianqiu's eyes deepened with meaning, and he said, "Brother Yu, if you express support for the Second Prince, I guarantee that you won't have to take action yourself. The Sixth Prince and his subordinates won't dare to act recklessly!"
Yv Bai Ting evaded the question and said, "Governor Xiang, you're too eager. One should eat a meal one bite at a time and take one step at a time. I believe you also don't want the Yu family to stand with the Sixth Prince, right?"
Xiang Tianqiu laughed heartily and said, "Brother Yu, rest assured. If the Sixth Prince doesn't agree to resolve that little trouble tomorrow, I won't agree either!"
Yv Bai Ting immediately stood up and said, "With your words, I can rest assured. Goodbye."
After speaking, he left in a hurry.
Watching him leave, Xiang Tianqiu contemplated, "It seems that the subordinate of the Sixth Prince has truly angered that old man Yv Bai Ting. Otherwise, he wouldn't have come to see me before the tea gathering..."
Soon, Xiang Tianqiu smiled and said, "That's fine too. You, Yv Bai Ting, have always wanted to remain neutral and not take sides. But after this incident, can you still avoid making a clear statement?"
"Father."
Suddenly, a young man wearing a silver robe walked in. He had sharp eyebrows, a dignified appearance, and a majestic presence.
Xiang Ming.
The son of Xiang Tianqiu, the Governor of Gunzhou.
He was a disciple of the closed-door sect "Wang Qianchong" from Tianyuan Academy and a prominent figure among the younger generation of Gunzhou City.
Seeing Xiang Ming enter, Xiang Tianqiu felt like he was looking at his younger self, and his gaze softened. He said, "It's so late, why haven't you gone to sleep?"
Xiang Ming whispered, "Father, as I mentioned to you before, I want to marry Junior Sister Wen Lingzhao."
Xiang Tianqiu furrowed his brows slightly and sighed softly, "I have already asked someone to convey the message to Zhu Guqing. As long as Wen Lingzhao is willing, I will personally help her resolve her marriage. But as you know,
There are some identity issues. She is already someone else's wife.
Although it's just a nominal wife, it concerns matters of reputation, which makes Xiang Tianqiu somewhat hesitant.
Xiang Ming took a deep breath and said seriously, "Father, I want to invite Junior Sister Lingzhao's parents to Gunzhou City and personally explain this matter to them. It would be best if we can resolve the marriage issue on Junior Sister Lingzhao."
Xiang Tianqiu snorted coldly, "Just a woman, is she worth your obsession?"
Suddenly, Xiang Ming knelt down, his expression determined, and said, "Please father, grant my request!"
Xiang Tianqiu's expression changed uncertainly, and after a while, he said, "I can agree to this, but you have to promise me two conditions."
Xiang Ming exclaimed with joy, "Please father, state your conditions."
"The first one, even if you have the opportunity to marry Wen Lingzhao, she can only be your concubine in this lifetime."
Xiang Tianqiu said in a deep voice, "The second one, before long, I will step down from the position of Governor of Gunzhou and go to Yujing City to assist the Second Prince. At that time, you will come with me to Yujing City and stay by the side of the Second Prince."
After hearing this, Xiang Ming remained silent for a moment and gritted his teeth, saying, "Father, I promise!"
Xiang Tianqiu nodded and waved his hand, saying, "Go and get some rest."
...
Ruixiang Inn.
Until dawn, nothing unexpected happened.
Tea Jinsong, who had not slept well all night, was relieved but also puzzled.
The Yu family was one of the top five powers in Gunzhou, and they endured such a big loss like this?
"Pack up, we will immediately set off for Gunzhou City."
Su Yi had already gotten up, stretched his waist, pushed open the window, and a breeze accompanied by the morning light fell on him, making him feel refreshed.
Tea Jinsong quickly got up from the bed, rolled up his sleeves, prepared the toiletries for Su Yi, and then went out, instructing the inn to prepare breakfast.
It had to be said that she was gradually getting used to the role of a "servant."
It was unclear whether it was because of Su Yi's training or because her mindset had quietly changed.
After having breakfast and walking out of the inn, Su Yi unexpectedly saw a carriage waiting there.
Chen Jinlong suddenly appeared from not far away, his face anxious, and said, "Brother Su, I have been waiting here for a long time."
Su Yi pointed to the carriage and asked, "Did you prepare this?"
Chen Jinlong quickly said, "Indeed, but before we set off for Gunzhou City, there is something I need to apologize to you for."
Su Yi raised an eyebrow and asked, "Apologize?"
Chen Jinlong said with bitterness, "Last night, I was coerced by a Martial Grandmaster and leaked some information about you. After much thought, I felt extremely uneasy and couldn't hide it. I waited here early this morning, hoping that Brother Su could forgive and understand."
Su Yi paused for a moment and said, "No wonder Qiao Leng and that old man had a look as if they knew everything about me when they saw me."
Chen Jinlong broke out in a cold sweat, trembling as he said, "Brother Su, you also know that my cultivation is shallow. At that time, I was completely afraid..."
"It's alright, there's no need to mention it again."
Su Yi waved his hand.
Chen Jinlong immediately felt relieved and quickly said with a smile, "Brother Su, please. If we take the carriage, we can reach Gunzhou City in less than two hours."
They immediately set off together in the carriage, leaving Yangku Town behind.
"Brother Su, do you have a place to stay after arriving in Gunzhou City?"
On the way, Chen Jinlong cautiously asked.
He sensed that Su Yi didn't seem to reject him and didn't have an overbearing attitude, so he gathered the courage to ask.
Su Yi shook his head and asked, "Do you know which inn in the city is the most comfortable to stay at?"
Chen Jinlong said, "No matter how good the inns are, it's hard to avoid being crowded and noisy. If Brother Su doesn't mind, you can stay in one of the mansions purchased by my family in the city."
"Your family?"
Su Yi raised an eyebrow.
Chen Jinlong explained, "My father bought some mansions in Gunzhou City a few years ago, and they have been vacant. Among them, there is a courtyard called 'Shushi Residence,' which is the most peaceful. If Brother Su doesn't mind, you can move in when we arrive in Gunzhou City."
Su Yi thought for a moment and took out a stack of silver notes, handing them over. "How about this? You take me to that mansion, and I'll pay you rent. Take these silver notes for now."
Chen Jinlong quickly declined, "Brother Su, isn't this too much? We were both practicing in the Qinghe Sword Mansion before, and we can be considered fellow disciples. How can I take your money?"
"Take it."
Su Yi furrowed his brow slightly.
Chen Jinlong trembled all over but quickly took the silver notes, sighing inwardly.
Indeed, Su Yi didn't give him a chance to curry favor at all!
As they continued their conversation, two hours later, they could already see the grand and massive outline of a city from a distance.
They had arrived at Gunzhou City.