Chapter 112: Chapter 102: The Royal Family Has Arrived (Ten Thousand Word Update)

“Yes.”

The old man quickly bowed and said, “Tomorrow I will have someone convey the wishes of the eldest young master to the Evergreen Commerce Association.”

“Also, the master sent someone today, saying that the second young master has been in a bad mood recently. The master’s intention is for the second young master to find something to do, so he wants you, the eldest young master, to transfer the Minghai Branch in Buhuo City to the second young master.”

“Ha.”

“That useless fool.” Hai Dongsheng was clearly disdainful of his younger brother and coldly said, “He’s been a waste since childhood and still is as an adult. Always lacking ambition, he chose that place in Buhuo City just to be close to the Mountain Ancient Land.”

“He’s still hung up on that woman from the Lu family, yet she’s already gone with someone from the Ghost Race, and he’s still thinking about her? Destined to be unaccomplished in this lifetime.”

In Changting Town.

A fine horse emerged from Changting Town, ridden by a woman dressed in white.

Leading the horse was a man dressed in armor.

The man stood tall and proud, possessing a resolute gaze, resembling a seasoned soldier.

“Miss Fourth, this is Changting Town. The Yan family should be here. I’ll find someone to ask.” The man turned back to speak to the woman on horseback.

“Huang Xin, be polite when asking, don’t frighten the local people.” The woman spoke softly.

“Rest assured, Miss.” The man took a deep breath, suppressing his imposing aura.

Then he went to ask for directions from others.

The woman on horseback surveyed the surroundings.

At that moment, many people were noticing her, not because she was exceptionally beautiful, but because the horse she rode on was truly stunning.

Completely snow-white, without a trace of blemish.

Even its mane was pure white, and its physique was robust and very attractive.

The woman on the horse was no less exceptional.

Many wondered which family this lady belonged to.

In Changting Town, no family owned such a beautiful horse.

Though many were curious, none dared to approach her; her aura and horse made her untouchable.

“Miss, I’ve found the way, this way.” Huang Xin glanced at the crowd admiring the horse, his gaze intimidating them.

His eyes were truly terrifying.

The duo and the horse arrived in front of the Yan family’s gate.

“Halt.”

The Yan family’s guards blocked their way.

“I’m here to see your Patriarch, Yan Botao.” Huang Xin stepped forward and said.

“Our Patriarch isn’t someone you can see on a whim.” The guard, although seeing their impressive aura, not everyone can just meet Yan Botao.

Huang Xin looked back at the girl.

The girl nodded slightly.

She then approached and whispered something in the guard’s ear.

The guard’s expression changed, casting a distant look at the girl, then hastily said, “Sorry, I wasn’t aware of your identity, but our Clan Leader isn’t here; he went to Dao Mark City.”

“Not here?”

Huang Xin furrowed his brow.

“When will he return?”

“I don’t really know.” The guard shook his head.

“Miss Fourth, what now?” Huang Xin turned to the girl to report the situation.

“No problem.” The girl said leisurely, “Since Yan Botao is not at home, let’s see whoever can handle affairs in the Yan family.”

“Understood, I’ll find someone.” The guard turned swiftly to find someone.

“Miss, what’s the point of seeing someone other than Yan Botao?” Huang Xin asked in surprise.

“Ma Sandao was not killed by Yan Botao.” The woman shook her head. “I wasn’t there that day, but my teacher told me that Yan Botao had barely stepped into the Innate threshold. By strength, he’s no match for Ma Sandao, so how could he kill Ma Sandao?”

“In the Yan family, there must be someone more formidable, and that item must still be in his possession.” The woman said confidently.

“This small Yan family in Changting Town, can they really hide such formidable talents?” Huang Xin was skeptical. Such a small family having an Innate is already a stroke of luck, let alone another master?

Li Changqing was carving in the bamboo grove.

This was in the backyard of the courtyard, a place Li Changqing forbade others from entering, with Ah Fei guarding outside.

Li Changqing knew his carving skills were exceptional, thus he remained cautious, preventing others from prying; it couldn’t be easily exposed.

Every day, Li Changqing practiced diligently, fearing how rustiness might settle in without regular effort.

Moreover, Li Changqing began to notice that as he carved, his Divine Soul seemed to grow stronger, serving as a form of cultivation for him.

It worked similarly to painters painting.

“Mr. Changqing.” At this moment, Zhang Fuguang’s voice came from afar, “Two elders from the Yan family have arrived and wish to see you.”

“Understood, I’ll be right there.”

Li Changqing put down his work, curious as the Yan family wouldn’t disturb him without reason.

As Li Changqing emerged, he saw two Yan family elders respectfully waiting for him.

“What is it?” Li Changqing wiped his hands clean.

“Great Enchanter, the Clan Leader isn’t here; someone outside seeks to see the Clan Leader.” One elder hesitated in speaking, “The visitor’s identity is too significant for us to ignore. We hope someone with authority can meet them. Would Great Enchanter be willing to see them?”

“Who is it?” Li Changqing was surprised, wondering what distinguished guest could be visiting the Yan family.

Another elder said mysteriously, “The visitor is a woman. According to the identity reported by the people around her, she is an artist from Zhanhe Mansion. Not only that, we have heard of her before. Her name is Yin Shuyu, and she has a significant connection to the royal family of Beihan Country.”

“An artist?”

Li Changqing was intrigued.

In the Cangyuan Realm, aside from Li Jingsong, Li Changqing had not encountered any other artists, and he wondered what this person’s purpose was in coming to the Yan family.

Mentioning Zhanhe Mansion, Li Changqing couldn’t help but ponder whether it was related to the matter with Ma Sandao.

“Invite her in then,” Li Changqing said, “Let her come to me directly.”

“Yes!”

The two responded promptly.

It was like getting a pillow when tired; Li Changqing had many questions about artists he wanted to ask someone, but truly had no one familiar to consult.

His relationship with Li Jingsong wasn’t good.

Before he could thank him, Li Jingsong just left.

Li Changqing also couldn’t find Li Jingsong to ask.

Today, an artist came unexpectedly, and Li Changqing wondered if he could glean some information from her.

After all, secrets about artists were too advanced. The Ten Thousand Books Tower in the Yan family contained many books, but none extensively described artists.

It’s indeed because the artist’s level was beyond what the Yan family could access.

Li Changqing had already prepared tea in the small courtyard.

It didn’t take long before the two elders brought the guests.

The leading woman looked around twenty-five or six years old; although not exceptionally stunning, her demeanor was unmatched by ordinary people.

As for Huang Xin, who followed the woman, he was evidently of military background, with strong capabilities, exuding a faint sense of dominance.

In Li Changqing’s view, this person was at least a general.

The two walked into the courtyard.

“This is our Yan family’s chief worshipper,” the two elders introduced to Yin Shuyu and Huang Xin.

Yin Shuyu and Huang Xin appraised Li Changqing before them.

But from their expressions, they showed puzzlement.

In their view, Li Changqing seemed like an ordinary person.

Was such a person the chief worshipper of the Yan family?

“Please have a seat.” Li Changqing smiled lightly; he was accustomed to people reacting this way when meeting him for the first time.

He wasn’t a martial artist, so they couldn’t judge him based on his aura.

Only by sensing his Divine Soul cultivation could one know he was on the path similar to an artist.

However, most people couldn’t sense Li Changqing’s Divine Soul because his strength in that realm surpassed them significantly.

When the Divine Soul cultivation reached the level of Painting Saint, the soul would gather, making it unoppressive; this was why most people thought Li Changqing was ordinary.

Yin Shuyu chose not to say anything, sitting calmly.

Her gaze swept across the courtyard, which was clean and had a unique charm.

Li Changqing also grabbed a seat and poured tea for Yin Shuyu.

Huang Xin stood not far away, glancing at Zhang Fuguang, who was trimming flowers and plants. He looked several times but found nothing unusual.

“The chief worshipper is evidently a man of deep concealment.” Yin Shuyu spoke slowly.

“Why does Miss Yin say that?” Li Changqing was curiously.

“Just a feeling.” Yin Shuyu looked at Li Changqing; although he appeared as a common man to her, how could a mere commoner be appointed as a worshipper by an Innate Clan?

Yin Shuyu had a feeling that Ma Sandao’s death surely had a close relation to this man.

“May I know what brings Miss Yin to the Yan family today?” Li Changqing asked directly without beating around the bush.

“Then I’ll be straightforward.” Yin Shuyu took out a piece of paper, placed it on the table, and asked, “Have you seen this item?”

Li Changqing took a look and raised his eyebrows; the painting depicted was exactly the Flying Blade Painting Treasure he had obtained from Ma Sandao.

“I’ve seen it.” Li Changqing didn’t hide the fact.

Upon hearing this, Yin Shuyu’s eyes lit up, and she wanted to ask where it was.

She was about to ask Li Changqing about the item’s whereabouts when he reached out and took out the flying blade, placing it on the table.

“It’s the one.” Yin Shuyu was slightly excited.

This Painting Treasure had been researched by Li Changqing for quite a while; it was indeed just an ordinary Painting Treasure without anything special.

Yet, Li Changqing had also tested it; its power was indeed formidable, suitable for ambush or assassination.

However, the item was of no use to Li Changqing.

“Does Miss Yin want it?” Li Changqing asked with a smile.

After her initial excitement, Yin Shuyu’s expression became calm; she faced Li Changqing and said, “Name your price; what would it take for you to return this item to me?”

“A price?”

Li Changqing played with the flying blade, intriguingly saying, “I’ve heard Miss Yin is an artist herself and of the Beihan Country’s royal family. Would you come specifically to the Yan family for such a Painting Treasure? It leads me to suspect there might be secrets in this Painting Treasure I haven’t comprehended.”

“Outrageous.”

Before Yin Shuyu could speak, Huang Xin bellowed suddenly, an overwhelming aura burst forth!

“Hand over the item to my Miss, and I shall spare you.”

Huang Xin’s murderous intent surged over Li Changqing like a tidal wave.

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