Protect Our Chief-Chapter 645 - 70: Shouzhe Is Not Easy to Mess With

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"Since that’s the case, let’s not mention it for now. As for Zuoqiu Qingyun, his youth was not smooth, and after gaining ambition through a fortuitous encounter, it’s inevitable that he’s become somewhat arrogant," Tianyan Fairy said, her eyes stern. "Moreover, while in the Qeng’an Academy, he has been promoted from a Core Disciple to a Direct Disciple, under the tutelage of the powerful Master Yaoguang."

"Born into a Fourth-Grade Noble Family, with a direct ancestor who is a Purple Mansion Ascendant, and a Purple Mansion Realm master within the academy," Wang Shouzhe nodded, "he indeed has reasons to be arrogant, but that doesn’t mean he can do whatever he wants."

"Indeed, the academy has its rules, and the noble families have their own ways of survival. However, Patriarch Shouzhe, have you heard of an organization called ’Celestial Palace’?" Tianyan Fairy said with a serious expression.

"’Celestial Palace’? I’ve never heard of it, but the name sounds more formidable than something like the Jiaolong Gang," Wang Shouzhe shook his head, but his heart grew more cautious.

"It’s normal not to have heard of it, the ’Celestial Palace’ was established less than a century ago and has always acted low-key, but its foundation and strength are exceedingly strong," Tianyan said in a low voice. "As far as I know, the people of Celestial Palace have secretly contacted Zuoqiu Qingyun, hoping to win him over. However, Zuoqiu Qingyun is still hesitant, but this time, he secretly commissioned Celestial Palace to do something... and I just happened to learn of this news." 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

"Interesting," Wang Shouzhe laughed, "It seems, Senior Tianyan, you have a high status within the Celestial Palace."

"Not that high, just a little bit of opportunism for some unavoidable matters," Tianyan Fairy smiled lightly, "Zuoqiu Qingyun doesn’t know that Young Master Shouzhe is also someone we at the Celestial Palace want to please and win over. This matter, through my mediation, made Celestial Palace gracefully refuse Zuoqiu Qingyun’s request."

"Does this mean I owe Celestial Palace a favor?" Wang Shouzhe slightly frowned.

"No, you owe me a favor," Tianyan Fairy’s charming eyes subtly moved as she handed over a piece of paper with her slender jade-like hand, "It just so happens that Zuoqiu Qingyun’s repeated pestering of me has been extremely annoying. Therefore, I found a way to secretly invite him to this place... If it’s inconvenient for the Young Master to act, just say the word, and I can handle it on your behalf."

"I’ve conveyed my message, so I’ll take my leave now." She gave a courteous bow to Wang Shouzhe and Ancestor Longyan before gracefully departing.

After she left.

Ancestor Longyan said with a serious expression, "Shouzhe, could this be a trap?"

Wang Shouzhe pinched the paper with lingering fragrance, his eyes slightly squinting, "It’s not quite a trap. Judging from Tianyan’s words and the current situation, the Celestial Palace is openly trying to drag us into the situation. If we act against Zuoqiu Qingyun, it would make us accomplices holding mutual leverage with Tianyan, which is exactly what Tianyan hopes for."

"That woman Tianyan is inscrutable and mysterious, mutual leverage is never a good thing," Ancestor Longyan frowned deeply, "Perhaps we should give up on dealing with Zuoqiu Qingyun to avoid falling into Tianyan’s scheme."

"That’s not possible either. First, there’s the saying ’a tree wants to be still, but the wind won’t stop’. Since Zuoqiu Qingyun might have already developed malicious intent, the first time will lead to a second, and if not Celestial Palace, he might turn to Earth Palace," Wang Shouzhe’s eyes flashed with fierceness, "How can we be prepared to prevent a thief all day?"

"Secondly, Tianyan has already decided to sell out Zuoqiu Qingyun, she naturally won’t sell just half. Judging by her current personality, she’s likely not the type to do things halfway," Wang Shouzhe said, "Even if we don’t act tonight, Zuoqiu Qingyun likely won’t escape this calamity. Once the matter is exposed, will the Zuoqiu Family believe we are innocent?"

"It’s a situation where it’s not feasible in either direction," Ancestor Longyan said with a stern look, "Are we just going to let Tianyan control us with leverage? How about I step in and clean up these demons and ghosts entirely?" A determinative killing intent emanated from her.

"Ancestor, no need to rush," Wang Shouzhe was calm and composed, "Celestial Palace, we can’t afford to offend them now. However, as long as we haven’t clearly taken a side, Celestial Palace doesn’t wish to offend us without cause either."

"Looking at the current situation, two forces have surfaced in the Struggle of the Imperial Sons. One side includes Long Wuji and even Cao Youqing. The other side consists of Celestial Palace and Tianyan Fairy, among others. Behind them, surely the two quasi-crown princes stand."

"Since Celestial Palace has contacted Zuoqiu Qingyun, is it impossible that another force also tried to win him over?"

"Now that Zuoqiu Qingyun is ’entangled’ with Tianyan Fairy, is it possible he has been bought by the Celestial Palace? If I were a competitor, would the idea that if I can’t have him, I’ll destroy him come to mind?"

"Are you suggesting..." Ancestor Longyan raised an eyebrow slightly, "that you intend to frame the opposing quasi-crown prince camp of Long Wuji?"

"Saint Land Celestial Pride Cao Youqing is known for her fiery temperament and unwavering loyalty. Eliminating some rivals for the quasi-crown prince she backs is quite reasonable," Wang Shouzhe’s eyes showed a hint of a smile, "Since that fairy has been secretly concealing her actions, doing who knows what. Letting her be busy for a while could be beneficial. At the very least, we can muddle the waters."

"And Tianyan, trying to bind our Wang Family with schemes, naturally shouldn’t get off easily."

Ancestor Longyan pondered, "Shouzhe, it’s a good plan. But I’ve only fought against Cao Youqing once, it would be difficult for me to accurately mimic her signature moves. Especially her Purple Sky Celestial Thunder Sword Intent, I can only imitate its essence slightly, probably not well enough to pass off as her."

"Ancestor, Cao Youqing is a Saint Land Celestial Pride. If she were to kill someone, would she dare expose her true face?" Wang Shouzhe lightly laughed, "If I were Cao Youqing, I would certainly strive to conceal my identity and the Purple Sky Celestial Thunder Sword Intent. It’s just that in a moment of unintentional exposure, some traces might slip~ which is most reasonable. There’s no need for the Ancestor to fully display the Purple Sky Celestial Thunder Sword Intent."

"..." Ancestor Longyan was speechless, unable to help but feel a bit of sympathy for Cao Youqing. How did she end up provoking Shouzhe?

Reflecting on the fate of previous enemies of the Wang Family... Cao Youqing will surely regret her actions in the end. And that Tianyan Demoness likely won’t have a good outcome either.

At this moment.

Wang Shihai was finally allowed in, with an expression of regret, "Fourth Grandpa, why did Tianyan Fairy leave so quickly after arriving?"

"Shihai, your timing is perfect." Wang Shouzhe patted him on the shoulder, "There’s an important task needing your handling, using some of your playful friends." Then, he whispered a few words to him.

"What?"

Wang Shihai looked furious, "Zuoqiu Qingyun dares to use threats to force Tianyan Fairy to meet in private?"

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