??Chapter 275: Chapter 263: The Truth Cos to Light
Chapter 275: Chapter 263: The Truth Cos to Light
Mu Wanlan looked puzzled and said, “If they are going to reinforce their numbers, they can only draw people out from Tianle City. This ans that they would have to abandon Tianle City.”
Ling’er shared the sa view, stating, “If they abandon Tianle City, they will lose their base, which would be highly disadvantageous for them.”
Wan Lan replied, “Exactly, if they dare to withdraw their forces, we will retake Tianle City. Let’s see if they dare to do so.”
Ye Chen had noticed ng Yan helping out earlier and said, “ng Yan, stop working and have dinner quickly. You should rest soon. Otherwise, it will be dawn before you know it.”
ng Yan nodded with a smile, and Ling’er followed her with two servant girls.
Ling’er had been observing her all along. Ling’er thought that if ng Yan was indeed one of Zen Master’s people, she should show so displeasure. However, there was not much change in her expression, which caught Ling’er off guard.
Ye Chen, seemingly genuinely exhausted, said, “Ah, I’m done chatting. I’m really tired. I need to wash up and rest.”
“No plans to have soone massage your back, I suppose?” Ling’er joked.
Ye Chen turned around with a smile and said, “Is that what you’re suggesting? Then co on in, I won’t object.”
“This guy really dares to say anything,” Wan Lan comnted.
Ling’er seed to have grown accustod to this.
Ye Chen chuckled and said, “The door’s always open. Feel free to co in anyti.”
“Okay, I’ll release a couple of monsters into your room.”
Wan Lan laughed heartily at this, saying, “That’s an excellent idea! We should release so monsters at him. He’s a perfect fit for them.”
Ye Chen stood up, his body covered in dust; he needed to change his clothes.
“Exactly, ideally, sothing that’s neither male nor female, not human nor beast,” said Wan Lan.
“Don’t do such unscrupulous things. Be careful that you’ll give birth to a son without asshole,” he retorted.
Wan Lan was angry and she picked up a cup and threw it at Ye Chen. But he caught it and quickly retreated to his room.
Now only Ling’er and Wan Lan were left in the room. The issue related to the Zen Master had been sorted.
Wan Lan made a cup of tea for Ling’er.
Ling’er asked, “Did you notice any changes in Cui ngyan’s facial expression just now?”
“I didn’t look closely,” Wan Lan questioned with curiosity, “Did you notice sothing?”
“She looked much more serious than a few days ago.”
“Really? What are you implying?” Wan Lan understood suddenly and exclaid, “No way! If that’s the case, having her here might be incredibly dangerous. Who knows when she might poison us all.”
“If she really is one of the Zen Master’s people, the Zen Master nearly died in Wasteland City today, and many of their n died because of our siege. They must be furious.”
“So, it’s highly possible that she is one of the Zen Master’s people.”
Ling’er said, “You need to watch her closely for
tomorrow. Don’t let her wander around. If this is part of a conspiracy, Young Master Dugu must know about it. Tomorrow, I will confront Young Master Dugu directly. I must find out what’s going on.”
“Right, If this is all just a performance, then Young Master Dugu must know everything.”
Ling’er nodded in agreent.
“But will he tell us the truth?” Wan Lan wondered.
“He wouldn’t dare lie to . I have ways to make him tell the truth,” Ling’er stated.
“Then by tomorrow, we can confirm the true identity of that girl.”
Ling’er answered with a slight nod of her head.
“I’ll go see Young Master Dugu tomorrow morning.” It was almost midnight by now.
“I should be the one to go.”
“It would be useless if you went. You can’t force him to tell the truth. Only I can make him reveal the truth. If she has indeed colluded with Young Master Dugu and staged this farce, then she must have guaranteed sothing to him,” Wei Yiling speculated that Young Master Dugu must know sothing.
“Okay, fine.”
“Just keep a close eye on the girl. I’ll be back as soon as I’ve found out what’s going on.”
“Okay.”
Ling’er felt much calr. Early the next day, she set off for Dugu Manor.
Upon arriving at Dugu Manor and eting Young Master Dugu, he was clueless about Ling’er’s intentions. He asked, “May I ask the reason for your visit, Miss Wei Yiling?”
“Haha, still trying to play dumb, huh? Swindled my money and won’t give it back?” she accused.
Young Master Dugu was initially startled and slightly unsettled. He questioned, “What do you an I swallowed your money? I have no idea what you’re talking about.”
“I’ve arrested her, and you still don’t know what to say? I guess I’ll have to go to your father.”
“Who did you arrest?” he asked confusedly.
“Still pretending, huh? Is the girl really your recruit?”
Young Master Dugu widened his eyes in surprise.
“Do you know who she is?”
Young Master Dugu indeed didn’t know. He was only paid a sum of silver to stage this performance.
“Who is she?” Young Master Dugu asked.
“One of Zen Master’s people, part of Zen Master’s operation.”
“No way! I genuinely didn’t know that,” he said, shocked.
“So, you admit that both of you conspired to deceive us!” she accused.
“Yes, she indeed paid
a significant sum of silver to stage this dramatic scene, but I swear I didn’t know she was one of Zen Master’s people. If I had known, I would never have done this. She just told
she was interested in Ye Chen and didn’t know how to approach him, so she asked for my help. I just wanted to be a good Samaritan.”
“Do you realize the seriousness of this? That girl is one of Zen Master’s people, and we’re at war with Zen Master. Do you understand the consequences?” she pressed.
“I truly didn’t know. I can return your money,” he offered weakly.
Upon hearing this, Ling’er laughed coldly inside. As she had expected, the girl had an ulterior motive all along. She felt a sense of relief.
“Co with
to reveal the truth.”
Young Master Dugu was sowhat bewildered and blurted out, “You captured her, didn’t you?” then, he suddenly realized, exclaiming, “You trickster, you were playing
along.”
“So what? You fell for it right?”
Young Master Dugu asked, “Is she really one of Zen Master’s people?”
“That’s none of your business. Just tell
everything you know.”
“My Lady, you’re too formidable.”
“You, really don’t understand the danger.”
“I was in debt back then and she gave
a large sum of silver. Coupled with her persuasive words, I couldn’t resist. Anyone would be enticed to help another in need. If I knew she was associated with the Zen Master, I would never have acted rashly.”
“Quickly, co with
to the New City Sect and clarify the matter.”
“Nothing serious has arisen, has it?”
“Not for the mont,” Ling’er replied.
Young Master Dugu, not daring to disobey, said: “I’m willing to help, but I won’t return the ransom money, alright?”
“Did you spend my money?”
Young Master Dugu sheepishly grinned,
“If I were your father, you would have frustrated
to death.” Ling’er yelled, “Get up already, or do you want
to carry you out on a palanquin?”
“No need for that, I can walk.”
“Hurry up then.”
“If you all know already, why do I need to identify her?”
“Because there are doubters.”
“Do you an that guy from the other day?”
“What about him?”
“Did he fall for that girl?” Young Master Dugu curiously asked, “You didn’t fall for that bumpkin, did you?”
“Heh, you’re ddling in other people’s affairs quite a bit.”
“I’m just guessing. But whatever the case, I’m on your side. That’s a guarantee.”
Ling’er gave him a cold glance, “Your family is so wealthy and yet you’re up to these sches.”
“My family is wealthy, not .”
“Your father must be withholding financial support as punishnt for your misdeeds.”
“Everyone thinks my life is glamorous but it’s not. I’m just as poor as a beggar on the street. Even though I seem grand, I actually have very little money.”
“I bet you’ve been squandering it on drinking and betting.”
“Ah, what can I say? Most n have these weaknesses.”
“If I were your father, I wouldn’t buy you anything. I’d prefer to make you beg so you learn the value of wealth.”
“I’m practically destitute already. I’ve sold everything I can.”
“Why don’t you just sell yourself then?”
“Do you want
to do that?” Young Master Dugu asked.
Ling’er shook her head, “You’re beyond redemption.”
“By the way, that guy from the other day–was his na Ye Chen?”
“Yes, what about him?”
“Everyone’s been saying he’s the one who defeated the Zen Master.”
“Yes, that’s right.”
“I wouldn’t have guessed it. He does have so skills.”
“Hee hee, compared with you, he’s far more than just ‘sowhat skilled’.”
“I heard a rumor that your father is planning on betrothing you to him. Is this true?”
“Yes.”
“Do you like him?”
“How is this your business?”
“I’m just curious.”
“My father said if I can marry a girl of equal social status, he would give
half of his assets. Are you interested?” Young Master Dugu said.
Ling’er asked, “What do you an?”
“If you’re agreeable to this, since we’re of equal stature, I can share so of the property I’ll obtain with you. How does that sound? It’s certain to satisfy you,” Young Master Dugu said.
Ling’er, left speechless, finally managed to ask, “Are you proposing to ?”
“Not for real–just a sham.”
“You are beyond saving. If I were you, I’d heed your father’s advice and get out.”
Young Master Dugu chuckled.
“Quickly now, stop discussing things that are none of my business.”
“Who said it wasn’t your business? I can give you a satisfactory amount.”
“You better go fool so other girl.” Ling’er continued, “Whoever marries you would probably ruin her life.”
“Who says? My family’s assets are not small.”
“No amount of money would last in your hands.” Ling’er went on, “Hurry up.” If it wasn’t necessary, she really wouldn’t want to bother with him. It seems there are all sorts of people in this world, and so she had never encountered before.
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