The Happy Farmer Wanderer-Chapter 796 Dust Settles_1

After Li Qing began to speak, Jing Yan’s attitude softened dramatically, losing any semblance of toughness and instead adopted a tenderness akin to a gentle, clinging bird, "In that case, let’s follow my husband’s view."

This sickeningly sweet sentence made everyone’s expressions around them look as if they had just eaten a heaping handful of Coptis, — that wasn’t bitterness, that was an uncomfortable feeling scratching at their hearts and tickling their insides.

Especially Dian Chunqiu, his gaze nearly turned into daggers.

You scoundrel, is this what you call being on tenterhooks, as if walking on thin ice?

Look at her attitude, so cloying as if it’s mixed with dozens of spoonfuls of sugar, so sweet it’s nauseating.

Dian Chunqiu darkly eyed Li Qing, calculating in his mind how to give this youngster an appropriate setback, making him pay a certain price for his previously pinnacle performance, thoroughly deceiving him as if mocking a ghost.

Li Qing felt the numerous indistinct gazes upon him and gave a sheepish smile.

He felt the need to give Jing Yan a reminder that she did not need to be so gentle in public in the future; a bit of politeness would suffice.

This is simply invoking enmity to one’s own demise.

Although he knew that this matter definitely couldn’t be concealed any longer, such a high-profile proclamation was not his style. Moreover, it was very easy for someone to be beaten to death over it.

"Since Elder Jing Yan has agreed, then let’s settle the matter as such. The Wu Family Head shouldn’t have any other contingencies, or perhaps has made other arrangements privately?" Long Eyebrow real person asked lightly.

The Patriarch of the Wu Family hurriedly shook his head, affirming very definitely, "You may rest assured, Long Eyebrow Daoist, the matter ends here with absolutely no other tricks up my sleeve. This... I am filled with regret."

He was truly regretful.

This matter had really backfired, akin to attempting to steal a chicken only to lose the rice used to lure it. He felt some heartache over the lost Spirit Stones and the defective Heaven Rank Secret Technique — those things were gone, but he could find ways to earn them back. However, he truly cherished the disciple Wu Yuncan he had given away. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

Now thinking about it, he wished he could slap himself several times for mindlessly blurting out that statement!

In a century, only such a promising candidate for Gu King had emerged in the Wu Family, a true treasure.

How could he have just handed over such a treasure?

Damn it, the Patriarch of the Wu Family could imagine that once this incident was over, he would definitely be blasted to bits by the fury of the Supreme Elders in the family and might even be stripped of his position as the Family Head.

Truly, a single misstep can cause everlasting regret; a momentary lapse could lead to one’s doom!

Long Eyebrow real person gave a faint smile, believing Wu Youju’s words to be true.

Not to mention the Spirit Stones and Earth-rank Magical Artifacts, the Gu Master from the Wu Family and that incomplete Heavenly Rank Secret Technique would probably be enough to cause him heartache.

Everyone returned to the wooden building, and the Patriarch of the Wu Family ordered servants to present tea and pastries, then said, "Yuncan has sustained some serious injuries and will likely need to recuperate in the family for a few days, while we also prepare accordingly. After this matter is settled, I will personally escort her to the Nine Truth Palace. May I ask if this is acceptable to both Daoist friends?"

"That is as it should be," Long Eyebrow real person nodded, "Our Nine Truth Palace never bullies others. We have enough magnanimity of spirit to be tolerant in small matters. As long as the Wu Family Head sends her within three months to our mountain, we will consider the matter concluded."

"Three months’ time, that should be enough, right?"

"Enough, enough." Wu Youju nodded repeatedly, his attitude becoming several times more earnest in an instant.

He forced a smile and said, "Though it is a move made out of desperation, it also counts as a marriage alliance between our Wu Family and Nine Truth Palace. I must consider this matter carefully."

"You said... marriage alliance?" Xuan Chen Zhenren’s eyebrows suddenly raised, his tone instantly becoming unfriendly.

The atmosphere turned awkward once again, and Wu Youju’s face clearly showed that he was having trouble keeping up appearances.

He brought up this issue on his own, harboring the thought of bringing it into the open to lessen the loss for the Wu Family.

But Xuan Chen Zhenren’s question made it abundantly clear that he did not regard the Wu Family seriously at all.

"Indeed, it could be considered such," Xuan Chen Zhenren suddenly laughed, "Provided the Wu Family stops doing these sneaky deeds behind our backs, we at Nine Truth Palace are very willing to acknowledge the Wu Family as our in-laws. My foolish disciple might be a bit lacking in strength, but after all, she is my disciple and does have some status, right?"

"However, having said so much, if we are to speak of marriage alliance, shouldn’t we ask for the opinion of our Sixth Elder?"

Wu Youju was stunned, his heart as if trampled by thousands upon thousands of grass mud horses; he couldn’t believe he had forgotten about that.

Li Qing might be a disciple of Nine Truth Palace, but he was also the husband of the Master of the Underground Palace.

No matter the sequence of their arrival, their strength decided absolute power of speech.

Yet, as he cursed silently in his heart, a strong hope suddenly surged within Wu Youju.

If the Master of the Underground Palace objected to this matter, maybe he could take the opportunity to keep Wu Yuncan with him.

"Jing Yan, esteemed Senior, I did indeed overlook this matter, but it was a condition previously agreed upon," Wu Youju said, wearing an earnest smile. "If Senior is unwilling, we can consider changing the condition. This matter is always open for discussion."

Jing Yan sat there, calmly sipping tea, and said with a slight lift of her cool eyes, "I will not obstruct my husband’s affairs. If he is fond of it, then I am fond of it. And this is beneficial for my husband, what reason would I have to object? Let’s proceed with it."

Actually, Li Qing did have a different opinion regarding the matter.

He always felt that planting a Gu in one’s body was quite risky, and it might even leave uncontrollable consequences.

Before he could voice his concerns, Xuan Chen Zhenren declared loudly, "Since our Sixth Elder has no objections, the matter is settled. Send the person to our mountain within three months, or else we will have to consider other possibilities."

"I believe Wu Daoist Friend has already deceived us twice; there surely wouldn’t be a third time, right? I’m known for my bad temper, and I think it’s better to say some unpleasant truths upfront."

"Of course not!" Wu Youju’s expression was solemn as he spoke seriously, "I would not risk the lives of thousands from the Wu Family for such a perilous act. Since the conditions have already been agreed upon, there’s certainly no reason to go back on them."

"Good to hear. I was merely offering a friendly reminder to Daoist Friend Wu," said Xuan Chen Zhenren, the corner of his mouth bearing a faint cold sneer.

Li Qing hesitated for a long while then quietly moved behind Xuan Chen Zhenren, and in a low voice said, "Master, I think that this matter..."