Chapter 385: Chapter 385

"You don’t understand." Lu Shangxing staggered to his feet, clutching his wine cup and tilting his head back to down the fiery liquor in one gulp, adopting the air of someone whose decadence was beyond the understanding of all. As the Master of the Lu Immortal Mansion, he had been raised in the lap of luxury since childhood. It was the first time he had ever felt this way about a woman.

There’s a saying that the more unattainable something is, the more it is desired. The indifferent demeanor Si Nanyan exhibited towards everyone truly made him feel unable to stop himself. He quite liked it.

Seeing Lu Shangxing in such a state, Shao Zhengze’s eyes flashed with a trace of contempt, but he said with a laugh, "Lu Shidi, since it’s , you should be even more spirited. Once Wen Zhixing is killed, Si Nanyan will become an unclaimed prize. Then won’t your opportunity arise..."

"Kill Wen Zhixing, unclaimed prize..." At these words, Lu Shangxing’s hand tightened around his wine cup momentarily, and a fierce light flashed in his eyes as he looked at Shao Zhengze. "Shao, my participation this time is courtesy toward the Qin Family. Wen Zhixing’s death has nothing to do with the Lu Family, do you understand that?"

"This... of course... I understand." Seeing the shift in Lu Shangxing’s attitude, Shao Zhengze also dropped his elder’s facade, his smile fading. The status of his own family background was quite ordinary, a world apart from the Lu Family. This time, the collaboration between the Lu and Qin Families had offered Shao Zhengze an unexpected boon—the unearned windfall of Feng Ruoli.

"If trouble arises, the Lu Family will not intervene." Lu Shangxing huffed, making his stance clear. He was the Master of the Lu Immortal Mansion, after all, not some mindless fool who would act rashly at the behest of others like a brute. In recent times, he had naturally also used his influence to thoroughly investigate Wen Zhixing’s background. He really did want to possess Si Nanyan; otherwise, he wouldn’t have taken the risk of offending an Elder of the Hundred Tribulations Holy Land and aimed to eliminate Wen Zhixing in the shadows. Even if things went south, the Lu Family would come out squeaky clean. Of course, the Lu Family was not afraid of a single Elder from the Hundred Tribulations Holy Land anyway.

"Lu Shidi, rest assured. Someone will make a move when the time comes. Besides, Nangong Qing has not officially accepted Wen Zhixing as a disciple, so it won’t implicate the Lu Family." Shao Zhengze stood up straight, offering a forced smile. "And given the Lu Family’s status, Nangong Qing will not want to make an enemy of the Lu Family over this."

"So much the better." Lu Shangxing’s expression eased. The world of cultivation is all about interests. No one is a saint. Although the Hundred Tribulations Holy Land is powerful, they too have their own missions or constraints and will not lightly antagonize other top forces. Dıscover more novels at NoveI(F)ire.net

"By the way, Feng Ruoli and Si Nanyan must be residing separately by now, right...?" Suddenly, Shao Zhengze changed the topic, speaking with a cheerful voice, his eyes showing an inexplicable hint.

"What, Shao is that impatient?" At these words, Lu Shangxing slightly furrowed his brow. He previously thought highly of Shao Zhengze, but after recent interactions, he was increasingly convinced that the man was devoid of substance and crude, nothing more than someone obsessed with female company.

"Hahaha, Lu Shidi, what are you talking about? I’m just going to see my future Taoist companion, that’s all," Shao Zhengze waved his hand, chuckling.

"As long as Shao knows his limits, that’s good." This time, it was Lu Shangxing whose eyes reflected a hint of contempt, but he still beckoned someone over. "Xianger, go, take Shao to see Feng Ruoli."

"Yes, Sir." The maid named Xianger hurried in from outside the hall and then bowed to Shao Zhengze. "Mr. Shao, please follow me."

Xianger’s voice was soft and gentle, and her figure and appearance were excellent, immediately drawing Shao Zhengze’s gaze. Despite appearances, he wasn’t actually given over to licentiousness. It was just that he had been busy with his cultivation within Purple Cloud Divine Sect and had been repressed for too long. Now that he was out, he naturally wanted to enjoy himself thoroughly. After all, cultivation should be balanced with relaxation.

Once Shao Zhengze left, the expression on Lu Shangxing’s face became calm again. At the same time, a figure also emerged slowly from within the grand hall.

"Qin Hao." Upon seeing the man, Lu Shangxing quickly bowed, his haughty demeanor in front of Shao Zhengze completely gone.

"Lu Shidi, between you and me, there’s no need for such formality." Qin Hao, displaying a warm smile, quickly stepped forward, helping Lu Shangxing to his feet, giving him due respect.

The smile on Lu Shangxing’s face widened. "Qin Hao, everything is as you instructed. The moment Wen Zhixing dares to appear, I will have him captured and refined into a Genius Spirit Seed for you. As for the rest... it will all be blamed on that person." By ’that person’, he was of course referring to Qin Tian. This was, in reality, still a fraternal struggle between them.

"Good, I did not misjudge Lu Shidi." Qin Hao nodded in approval. All of this was within his plan. If he hadn’t been pushing things along behind the scenes, how could Lu Shangxing possibly be persuaded by Shao Zhengze, a mere lackey? This was the Lu Family, not just any minor clan.

"I’m just worried that Wen Zhixing will keep hiding within the Hundred Tribulations Holy Land," Lu Shangxing paused before adding, "To him, Si Nanyan and Feng Ruoli are but a couple of maids."

"Hehe, Junior Brother, you need not worry, he’s already on his way." Qin Hao smiled slightly, casually taking the seat previously occupied by Shao Zhengze, and began to pour himself some wine.

"Oh?" Lu Shangxing’s eyes immediately brightened, and he took a seat opposite Qin Hao.

Qin Hao looked at Lu Shangxing and said with a smile, "I just received word that Qinglian Fairy from the Hundred Tribulations Holy Land has left with someone."