webnovel Chapter 1595 - 1577
Chapter 1595 - 1577
Gambling Stone Field.
Jian Chunqiu sat at the front desk deep in thought. No one dared to disturb him, and Lin Dong and Lin Zhao exchanged glances several times, signaling to each other to go up and ask Jian Chunqiu what was going on.
But neither of them dared to step forward.
Jian Chunqiu sighed slightly, and when he looked up, he met Lin Dong’s scrutinizing yet hesitant gaze. He frowned, "Lin Dong."
Lin Dong’s heart skipped a beat, he forced a smile and went forward, "Master."
"Why were you looking at me like that just now?"
Jian Chunqiu returned to his usual demeanor and asked curiously.
Lin Dong scratched his head and chuckled, "It’s nothing, I’m just curious, curious about what you’re thinking."
He took the opportunity to lean on the front desk, looking at Jian Chunqiu with a face full of curiosity.
"You’re the most curious one. Have you finished your work?"
Jian Chunqiu pretended to be stern as he spoke.
Lin Dong pouted, "Master, don’t seize every chance to scold me. I’m working, aren’t I? I just saw you in a daze and thought you had something on your mind, so I was concerned about you."
"Hmph, if you really want to show concern, then practice your skills well and learn everything I’ve taught you before."
Jian Chunqiu gave him a stern look. Lin Dong pouted again, thinking that he might as well not come over to show concern!
Lin Dong pursed his lips, "Got it, Master, I will work hard."
Originally, Jian Chunqiu wanted to educate him a few more sentences, but the ringtone suddenly sounded. Jian Chunqiu had no choice but to answer the phone first.
The number was from an unfamiliar caller. He picked up politely and heard a familiar voice mixed with a bit of complaint, "Master, you left me in Shanghai and just ignored me?"
It’s Ye Chen!
Jian Chunqiu abruptly stood up. How could he have forgotten about Ye Chen! He was a bit annoyed and patted his forehead, "Where are you now? Still in Shanghai?"
Meanwhile, Ye Chen was standing at the entrance of the Gambling Stone Field with his suitcase. He looked up at the appearance of the Gambling Stone Field in front of him and frowned slightly, "I have to say, the entrance to this Gambling Stone Field is really not impressive. Tsk tsk, Master, you’re really not doing well."
Jian Chunqiu’s lips twitched. He hung up the phone, walked out of the Gambling Stone Field, and saw Ye Chen standing at the door, looking around with a face of disdain.
He walked up to Ye Chen and said, "Ye Chen, it’s my fault for leaving you in Shanghai and not taking care of you."
Ye Chen waved his hand, "Master, there’s no need to say that. I’m a grown-up, not a three-year-old child. I can take care of myself. I found my way here on my own."
Jian Chunqiu smiled slightly, "Yes, you’ve grown up. But it’s still my fault. Let’s go, I’ll take you home to drop off your luggage first and then take you to eat."
Ye Chen touched his hungry stomach and nodded, "Indeed, I’m starving. My stomach is growling."
"Let’s go."
Jian Chunqiu took Ye Chen back to Chu Ge’s villa, letting him drop off his luggage. Ye Chen was truly hungry, so without even unpacking, he went with Jian Chunqiu to find a restaurant for a meal.
...
On the other side, after coming out from Nangong Yunxi’s place, Xia Xuan didn’t go anywhere else but instead arranged to meet someone at a restaurant.
At this time, they were sitting by the window, and neither of them spoke first.
"What does the Palace Master mean?"
The person sitting opposite Xia Xuan appeared to be in their thirties, but there wasn’t a single wrinkle on their face.
This person was one of the most effective protectors of the Old Palace Master of Wufeng Palace. Although Xia Xuan did not understand martial arts, he was unparalleled in scheming and plotting. Therefore, he could become one of the Old Palace Master’s most effective protectors, not without reason.
"Lao Liu, you’ve suddenly come to Beijing this time, does the Palace Master know?"
Xia Xuan did not answer his question but asked in return.
"I’m in Beijing for a mission. Otherwise, why would you think I’m here?"
Liu Cheng chuckled lightly. He picked up the teacup in front of him, took a shallow sip, and said, "I heard that the Huangpu Family was researching a drug, but it got halted midway. I came for this matter."
Xia Xuan looked up at him, his eyes thoughtful, "This matter has always been handled by the Palace Master. Why are you here? Who arranged this?"
Liu Cheng smiled, put down the teacup, looked up at Xia Xuan, and clicked his tongue, "Since I’m here for this matter, naturally it’s arranged by the Palace Master."
Xia Xuan was even more puzzled, "The Palace Master arranged it? Then why didn’t you just say so?"
"Our tasks are all clearly divided, everyone with their own responsibilities. I don’t need to tell you this. Besides, have you forgotten the rules of Wufeng Palace?"
Xia Xuan immediately narrowed his eyes. Of course, he hadn’t forgotten, and never would. Their tasks were distributed, each responsible for their own, and they wouldn’t get involved unless absolutely necessary. They wouldn’t tell each other what their tasks were.
"Alright, I’m not here to pursue this matter with you."
Liu Cheng poured a cup of tea for Xia Xuan, then said with a smile, "Xia Xuan, Ye Chen is back, do you know?"
Xia Xuan snorted coldly at the mention of Ye Chen’s name. He picked up his tea, scoffing, "The dog driven away long ago, now comes back, so what? Do you think he alone can make a difference?"
"You still underestimate him. Ten years have passed, and after all these years, I think his martial arts might have improved quite a bit."
Liu Cheng chuckled, "Don’t underestimate Ye Chen now. He’s comparable to Chu Ge."
"Chu Ge?" Xia Xuan was even more dismissive, "Now Chu Ge is stuck in the Fifth Space-Time, can’t come back. He no longer poses a threat to the Palace Master."
"Are you so confident in Ye Liang?" Liu Cheng suddenly asked, "Ye Liang is a child you brought up. You should know her nature well. Can’t you see her character is not particularly strong?"
Referring to Ye Liang, Xia Xuan sighed slightly. Of course, he knew what Liu Cheng was talking about, and he was also very aware of Ye Liang’s temperament. He was very worried that Ye Liang might not have the heart to kill Chu Ge in the end.
"Don’t worry, isn’t there Ru Xue on Chu Ge’s side? Rest assured, even if Ye Liang can’t do it, Ru Xue will complete the task."
Liu Cheng said leisurely, with a proud glint in his eyes as he spoke.
Xia Xuan knew what he was boasting about. Ru Xue was brought up by Liu Cheng and was always very accomplished in completing tasks, winning the Palace Master’s favor.
Whereas Ye Liang was brought up by Xia Xuan. Although tasks were usually completed well, she was ultimately not as favored as Ru Xue.
Xia Xuan lowered his gaze slightly, smiled, and took a small sip of his tea.