552: Chapter 551: The Aftermath 552: Chapter 551: The Aftermath Hou Niao had been summoned the day after the incident occurred.
This ti, Li Chuping finally stopped hiding his dissatisfaction.
“Can’t you avoid causing trouble?
From the first day I t you, you have persistently surprised , and each ti, the surprises just get bigger and bigger…
Is there so misunderstanding between us that makes you tornt endlessly?
If there is, just tell , and I’ll change!”
Hou Niao’s eyes widened in surprise, “Capital Commandant, why would you say that?
It is true that the whole situation had made very anxious.
I was completely passive in the matter.
You know very well how it all started; how can you bla ?
You know Wang Mian and Zong Qian; they are old friends whom I haven’t seen in decades.
There’s no problem in going to drink with him, is there?
The entire ti, it was the Situ Mansion provoking us.
They wanted to satisfy their ridiculous vanity by teaching a lesson, escalating step by step—ordinary Si Ge, select warriors, True Inheritors… They put in agony like being roasted over a fire.
Isn’t that the truth?
I never spoke a harsh word throughout, never incited discord, never struck a lethal blow, never overstepped my bounds—always maintaining a modest attitude in accordance with proprieties, laws, and regulations.
Yet, when they practically trample over , should I still complint them on how wonderful they are?”
With a single complaint from Li Chuping, the disciple before him started pouring out all his grievances, as though he were the most wronged person in the world; he knew that every word the guy said was true, but when these truths were combined, they still couldn’t change the subtly revealed implications behind them.
But they couldn’t openly discuss this matter because he had indeed been passive, doing it for the honor of the Sikong Mansion.
Even if it were brought up in front of the two Mansion Masters, they would likely not punish him and might even praise him for fiercely humiliating the Situ Mansion—which was a morale booster for everyone in the Sikong Mansion.
However, Li Chuping knew that, with his abilities, there would definitely have been other milder solutions at that ti that wouldn’t have caused such a sensation.
The reason for his actions was unspoken.
“Go to the Northwest.
Recently, your Uncle Master Yu Zhengxing also asked for you.
He said that sand demons are rampant and restless there, and skilled hands are needed.
It’s perfect for you since you have energy to spare.”
Hou Niao reminded him, “Capital Commandant, I have only been back for two days.
I haven’t even settled the dust from my travels or stopped rushing about, and now you…”
Li Chuping interrupted him, “You’re aware that you’ve only been back two days?
The trouble you’ve caused in these two days is more than hundreds of people in the Sikong Mansion could match in a hundred years!
Just go to the Northwest.
I’ve already spoken to Judge Cheng, and the higher-ups have agreed…”
Hou Niao was a bit unwilling, “Uncle Master Yu Zhengxing?
Wasn’t he later transferred to the Situ Mansion?
By sending there…”
Li Chuping said indifferently, “This is a balancing tactic within the Quanzhen Sect.
Since we’ve embarrassed the Situ Mansion, we have to compensate in other ways.
Now that you’re leaving, it removes the target for the Situ Mansion to regain their face, making life easier for us.
In the Northwest, under Yu Zhengxing—who ca from the Situ Mansion—it’s also a form of indirect apology.
For you, there’s also no harm.
Away from the Jade Capital, you won’t have to deal every day with being targeted for challenges.
Besides, Yu Zhengxing, who owes you favors from the past, won’t treat you unfairly.
So, how can you still be discontent when we’ve arranged all this for you?”
Hou Niao clearly understood there was a third unspoken reason in Li Chuping’s mind: he didn’t want him to make an appearance at the upcoming Quanzhen Year assembly where he might do sothing that would embarrass everyone.
His thoughts were very clear to Li Chuping, hence the arrangent.
He couldn’t object; everyone knew the unspoken code—enough said.
He had no objections to Li Chuping’s arrangents.
In fact, given his current situation, it would have been unwise to cause a scene at the upcoming Shan Sect assembly.
His reputation was just beginning to erge, and he hadn’t rallied many like-minded allies with ulterior motives.
Within the upper echelons of the Quanzhen, he didn’t have anyone to speak on his behalf.
So, he hadn’t planned to do anything at the assembly anyway.
The key was the two incidences, twenty and ten years ago.
Based on his own calculations, he probably only had one chance to radically go against the flow, as the upper echelons of the Shan Sect wouldn’t give him a second chance.
So, it didn’t really matter.
It was a good opportunity to play the victim and voice his demands; asking for benefits was only logical.
“I heard that entering the Eocene Cave Heaven requires special permission within the sect?”
Li Chuping waved his hand, “Fine!
Sikong Mansion will issue you a qualification guarantee, but you can only enter after completing this mission.”
“Disciple heard that in certain cases, the Sword Master can disregard external military orders?”
“Yes, but in your case, you can only use it once.
After that, it will need to be assessed before you can use it again.”
“Disciple heard that in special situations, case officers have the power to investigate the secret sects within the institution?”
“Yes, but you must focus solely on the matter at hand.”
“Disciple heard…”
“Are you ever going to be done?
This is blatant extortion!
Do you think I owe you sothing?”
Seeing Li Chuping finally losing his composure and his face turning red with agitation, Hou Niao knew he should stop while he was ahead, and casually handed over a detailed account,
“This is the expenditure for the last mission.
What do you think?”
Li Chuping stamped it without a mont’s hesitation, not even caring about the obviously exaggerated figures on it.
Right now, he had only one thing on his mind—to dispatch this fellow as soon as possible.
Hou Niao bowed respectfully, “Do you have any other instructions?
For example, do you have any enemies in the Northwest?
Or relatives lost out there?”
“Get out!
If you die in the Northwest, so be it.
Just don’t co back.”
Watching the man retreat with a smirk, Li Chuping sighed.
So matters were not as simple as they appeared on the surface.
A Divine Sense imprinted itself in his mind, “Has he left?
Without causing a scene?”
Li Chuping replied respectfully, “He has left.
He made a stack of demands and took nurous advantages…
The thing is, this doesn’t solve any issues!
He remains the sa, with the sa thoughts.
Agreeing to go on a mission was rely him biding his ti…
He will co back.”
The Divine Sense sighed softly, “Actually, what he desires isn’t wrong.
Every young person wants it, but we can’t give that much!
If it weren’t for Shulun occupying that position, I’d be inclined to promote him.
The Continent is showing early signs of chaos; we need soone like him who can make waves!”
Li Chuping clenched his teeth, revealing sothing perhaps he shouldn’t have, “Actually, the Li Family doesn’t place much value on the position of True Inheritor; it’s too illusory.
Shulun’s temperant might not even refuse to step aside…”
The Divine Sense was unconvinced, “It’s not about whether Sikong Mansion or the Li Family can let it go.
If we do, it will imdiately break a balance that’s been maintained for thousands of years and make us a target for all.
So, no, we can’t let it happen!”
“Master…”
“Let’s talk about this later.
There are still thirty years; let’s see more clearly then?”
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