Feng Ruoli instinctively sensed sothing was amiss. There seed to be a problem in their conversation, yet she still nodded in agreent with Lu Ruoyun’s words. "Of course, I was coerced. Otherwise, why would I be imprisoned here?"
Lu Ruoyun nodded upon hearing this. "Good, I understand. Co with , and rember, do not speak. Leave everything to ."
Although she wanted to keep her elder brother all to herself, she wished even more that he wouldn’t suffer any injustice. Since her elder brother now had a woman, Feng Ruoli could only be his woman from now on.
Feng Ruoli responded with a soft "Mhm" and gracefully stood up. Afterward, the two of them stepped out, one after the other.
Upon seeing Lu Ruoyun leading Feng Ruoli out, Xianger exclaid in shock, "Young miss, what are you..." What on earth was this lady planning? The others also couldn’t help but stand up.
"What? You want to stop ?" Lu Ruoyun lifted her head, slightly puffing out her chest, her eyes showing displeasure.
"We wouldn’t dare. We just wanted to ask where the young miss is taking her," Xianger replied, a bitter smile on her face.
"To the Secluded Courtyard." This ti, Lu Ruoyun didn’t hide her intentions and directly stated her destination.
Xianger was slightly stunned. The Secluded Courtyard? Isn’t that where Si Nanyan is? What sche is the young miss playing at?
"Are you done asking?" Lu Ruoyun’s expression turned impatient.
"Young miss, please," Xianger said, having co to her senses and hurriedly stepping forward with a gesture. "It’s been a long ti since your return. Allow to lead the way for you."
Lu Ruoyun said nothing, rely nodding, and walked on with Feng Ruoli.
Feng Ruoli, however, did not say a word and silently followed behind. Before leaving, Xianger turned her head and gave a aningful look to one of the guards. That person imdiately nodded in understanding.
After Lu Ruoyun and the other two left, this designated person stepped forward and spoke in a low voice, "None of you may disclose that the young miss was here, or your lives will be forfeit. To prevent any information from leaking, all of you co with ." As their words fell, the others exchanged glances but obediently followed this person away.
Yes, they would pretend they had never been here. None of this had anything to do with them.
anwhile, Wen Zhixing quickly received the news, as all parties were conveying ssages to him.
"Sir, Miss Ruoyun has taken Feng Ruoli away. I have already secured the information." This was the ssage sent by Xianger. Xianger was experienced, after all. Knowing that there might be complications, she had imdiately ensured no information would leak.
"Sir, I have followed Lu Ruoyun to the Secluded Courtyard." This was the information Feng Ruoli sent through the slave imprint.
Even Lu Ruoyun communicated at the earliest opportunity.
"Brother, the plan was successful! I will protect your woman to the end."
Lu Ruoyun’s words were a bit odd. My woman? But Wen Zhixing had no intention of dwelling on it; it wasn’t important. In any case, everything was proceeding smoothly. Right, Qin Tian and Qin Hao are both currently within the Lu Mansion. A sudden flash of inspiration struck Wen Zhixing. Yes! If he was going to fra Shao Zhengze, why not do it thoroughly? He should let Qin Tian and Qin Hao personally witness Shao Zhengze’s departure. After all, Shao Zhengze was ostensibly their junior. If Shao Zhengze were to take Si Nanyan and Feng Ruoli away right before their eyes, Qin Tian and Qin Hao would likely suspect each other of orchestrating the event.
At this thought, Wen Zhixing’s eyes gradually brightened. He flipped his palm, and Shao Zhengze’s ssage Jade Talisman appeared. He began sending ssages to Qin Hao and Qin Tian.
The first ssage read: "Qin Hao, I have initiated action according to plan." Though addressed to Qin Hao, he sent it to Qin Tian.
The second ssage read: "Qin Tian, I have initiated action according to plan." He sent this one, addressed to Qin Tian, to Qin Hao.
It was simple: Wen Zhixing wanted them both to think Shao Zhengze had hastily mixed up their nas. After sending the ssages, Wen Zhixing gleefully put away the ssage Jade Talisman.
Alright, now it was his ti to make an appearance. What happened between Qin Tian and Qin Hao was no longer his concern.
At that mont, Qin Tian and Qin Hao were in the sa room. The Purple Cloud Divine Sect had dispatched three people to offer congratulations for this occasion, the third being Qin Yang.
Qin Yang was seated in the center of the room, a teacup in hand, his gaze scrutinizing the two young n to his left and right. "Xiao Tian, Xiao Hao," he began, "it seems you two brothers haven’t seen each other for quite a while, have you?"
"Yes, Mr. Yang. Ever since Xiao Tian began cultivating with you, we’ve rarely seen each other," Qin Hao replied with a smile. He knew Qin Yang favored Qin Tian; it had been that way since they were young. His smile was sincere, but the look he cast at Qin Tian subtly betrayed his irritation. Qinglian Fairy’s words still echoed in his ears: where, exactly, did he fall short compared to his younger brother?
Qin Tian, on the other hand, maintained a sullen deanor, rely glancing at his older brother without a word. His gaze was even fiercer than before.
Qin Yang was fully aware of the dissatisfaction Qin Hao felt towards both him and Qin Tian. He sighed lightly and explained, "Xiao Hao, Xiao Tian is just more impetuous, not like you who has been reserved from a young age. Your father isn’t here, and as your uncle, of course I must intervene more..."
"Mr. Yang, you don’t need to say these things. I understand," Qin Hao interjected maturely, appearing to be very understanding.
Hearing this, the usually silent Qin Tian suddenly uttered, "Affectation."
His remark abruptly stiffened Qin Hao’s smile.
"Xiao Tian!" Qin Yang’s brows furrowed imdiately as he chided, "He’s your elder brother! Is this how I taught you to speak?" He had long known of the discord between the brothers. This eting was an attempt to ease their relationship, yet it had co to this as soon as they t. The situation gave him a slight headache. In retrospect, it was his fault; he shouldn’t have taken only one of them away back then. If he had taken both to train together, perhaps things wouldn’t be like this.
Seeing Qin Yang’s complexion grow stern, Qin Tian promptly beca more obedient and reluctantly said, "Big brother, I was wrong just now."
Qin Hao’s smile returned, and he waved his hand dismissively. "Hahaha, never mind, never mind. Xiao Tian wasn’t wrong; it’s just , his elder brother, being a bit dramatic."
As Qin Yang was about to speak again, the ssage Jade Talismans of both brothers suddenly lit up. Seeing the ssages were from Shao Zhengze, they exchanged a knowing glance and each covertly checked theirs. A mont later, both stiffened, startled. Then, a flash of mutual astonishnt crossed their faces as their eyes t.
Wen Zhixing’s faked ssage from Shao Zhengze led them both to the sa conclusion.
Qin Hao’s fist tightened slightly, anger flashing in his eyes. Indeed, Qinglian Fairy was right. This kid is definitely up to sothing behind my back!
Qin Tian’s expression turned even more aggressive. Heh, he’d long suspected his elder brother might try to snatch his achievents. He hadn’t said anything before due to lack of evidence, but now he finally had sothing to hold against him!
For a mont, the atmosphere between the two beca fraught with tension.
"What are you two doing!" Qin Yang, seeing the baffling scene unfold, slamd his hand on the table and stood up angrily to scold.
"Mr. Yang, I have sothing else to attend to, so I’ll take my leave now. I’ll co back next ti to listen to your teachings." This ti, even the usually obedient Qin Hao didn’t comply, making to leave as soon as he finished speaking. He was in a hurry. Although he didn’t know what Shao Zhengze was planning, it was precisely this uncertainty that made him anxious. He had to find out what was going on. However, he dared not reply to the ssage, fearing the sender would realize their mistake.
Seeing Qin Hao depart, Qin Tian also stood up. "Mr. Yang, I need to leave as well." He didn’t explain his reasons to Qin Yang either. Shao Zhengze’s sudden ssage instilled a sense of crisis in Qin Tian. Those around him might not be trustworthy—perhaps not even Mr. Yang. Who knew if Qin Yang was siding with Qin Hao? Since Shao Zhengze had already made his move, he couldn’t afford to just sit idly by.
Qin Yang looked around the now-empty room, his brow tightly furrowed. What on earth are those two up to?
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