Chapter 770: Chapter 770

The sweat beads on the captain's forehead quickly rolled down. Would he blow up the pot if he brought back Li Jiangda's child?

"Uh, misunderstanding. Li Jiangda, I must leave before I go squeak!"

Vice Director Li? Third brother?

These wise men had already deduced the connection between Li Qingyun and Li Qingyu's identities, and their strange murmurs immediately vanished. Cui Boen was not surprised, because he had anticipated it when Li Qingyu spoke those words.

"That annoying thing has finally left. Now we can continue our previous discussion. You said I failed, fine. But if I can answer the three questions of the Purple Gang Tower, can it prove I'm qualified?"

Cui Boen said, "Bernie has no objections."

The person in charge of the Purple Gang Tower was puzzled. What is happening? What about my opinion? Has anyone considered my feelings?

"Since this person wants to go to the fourth floor of the Purple Smoke Tower, I'll give him a chance. As long as he answers my three questions, he will be a VIP of the Purple Smoke Tower in the future!"

The steward's face lit up when he heard the mention of Yun Mountain, and he quickly and respectfully stepped aside.

When others saw the mention of Yun Mountain, their gazes sharpened, and their words carried a mixture of elegance and sarcasm. The scene was chaotic, but no one cared. Even Cui Boen couldn't escape the moment. Li Qingyun, however, remained unaffected. His gaze was calm and unwavering.

"May I ask if the Prince agrees?"

Li Qingyu looked at Mo Yunshan. Although Mo Yunshan was veiled, his imposing demeanor alone was enough to unsettle anyone.

Was it just an illusion? Li Qingyu felt a faint chill emanating from Mo Yunshan.

"Then let's hear the young lady's question!" Li Qingyu smiled, his eyes gleaming with clarity, as if entirely indifferent to Mo Yunshan.

"The first question is simple: one bamboo, one orchid, one stone. Please provide a matching riddle, Prince."

Li Qingyu confidently smiled and spoke a hidden truth.

He thought he had prepared his mind for anything, only to feel stunned by the riddle posed by Mo Yunshan.

Mo Yunshan observed Li Qingyu's startled expression, convinced that Li Qingyu was stumped. Truthfully, not only Mo Yunshan, but everyone else thought so too.

The world is not lacking in brilliant minds. Of the first two questions at the Purple Gang Tower, few had any chance of solving them. The real difficulty lay in the third question, which was nearly insurmountable. Even Cui Boen had taken five years to achieve VIP status at the Purple Smoke Tower. The third question was no small obstacle.

Seeing Li Qingyu's thoughtful pause, everyone assumed he was struggling. But they were unaware that Li Qingyu was utterly unfazed by the question.

Thinking carefully, Li Xiaosheng approached Mo Yunshan and said, "Treasure Tower Subdues River Demons!"

Mo Yunshan froze momentarily, unsure what was happening. He only heard Li Qingyu speak again and continued, "The Earth?"

This time, Mo Yunshan was truly puzzled. Who even was this person?

Li Qingyu seemed at ease. Mo Yunshan's confused expression didn't feel like an act. He seemed genuinely ignorant. Reflecting deeply, it made no sense for Mo Yunshan not to have encountered the term "The Chivalric Journey" somewhere before if he were from the same world.

"All right," Li Qingyu finally sighed with a smile. "I was just joking with you. The real answer to the riddle is 'people'!"

Everyone collectively rolled their eyes and then looked at Mo Yunshan, whose face was a jumble of emotions.

The crowd burst into laughter, nearly convinced by Li Qingyu's playful trickery.

Mo Yunshan was indeed baffled, though not due to Li Qingyu's joke, but because Li Qingyu had produced the correct answer so quickly!

Glancing at Li Qingyu with a complex expression, Mo Yunshan addressed the crowd, "The riddle's answer is indeed 'people'!" Orıginal content can be found at Nov3lFɪre.ɴet

"How could he figure it out so fast?"

Li Qingyun was flushed with excitement as he patted Li Qingyu on the shoulder. "You're incredible, third brother! You answered all three questions! Hahaha, the fourth floor! Even the King has never stepped onto the fourth floor!"

Li Qingyu chuckled inwardly. This was child's play from his younger days. If he couldn't solve this, all his years of living would've been for nothing.

Taking a deep breath, Mo Yushan said, "Congratulations, young master. From today onward, you are officially a VIP of our Purple Gang Tower. You are welcome on the fourth floor of the Purple Smoke Tower at any time!"

Afterward, Mo Yunshan clapped his hands, and a servant approached, bearing a tray with an exquisite piece of jade.

Mo Yunshan picked up the jade and handed it to Li Qingyu. Though their hands accidentally brushed, Mo Yunshan quietly retracted his hand, showing no emotion, and said, "This jade is proof of your access to the fourth floor. Please keep it safe."

"Can I bring someone in with me?"

Mo Yunshan shook his head.

"As long as I have this jade, can I enter the fourth floor without issues?"

"Yes, but currently, the jade only belongs to Gongzi and Deputy Bernie."

Li Qingyu turned to Cui Bernie and said, "Brother Bernie, why not? I actually have a riddle for you. If you solve it, the jade in my hand is yours. If not, I just need one day to bring my brother to the fourth floor. How about it?"

"Prince Li, please present your question!"

"Quickly!" Li Qingyu smiled faintly before speaking, "I carry a trace of smoke locked in the pond and willows!"

"Smoke locked in the pond and willows? That sounds simple!"

"Is it? Look at Bernie's increasingly solemn expression!"

"Perhaps it really is difficult. This riddle is indeed challenging. Smoke locked in the pond and willows... oh, I see it! The Five Elements!"

Suddenly, someone exclaimed, and the revelation spread as light dawned on faces around. But then an eerie quiet fell over the room. Everyone was lost in deep thought, trying to resolve the puzzle.

Mo Yunshan's gaze toward Li Qingyu grew more and more complicated. Initially, he had dismissed Li Qingyu as someone ignorant of martial arts. In reality, Li Qingyu surprised him time and again with his answers.

Whether through riddles or challenges, Mo Yunshan always believed he possessed the toughest questions, yet they were resolved effortlessly by Li Qingyu each time.

Especially 'The Chivalric Journey'—it was unparalleled.

Li Qingyu's demeanor was calm, radiating self-assurance. His eyes reflected pure confidence without arrogance. This instilled Mo Yunshan with an unfamiliar uneasiness. Could such an extraordinary individual truly exist in this world?

Li Qingyu glanced at Cui Boen with a slight smile. He appeared unhurried, certain that Cui Boen would struggle to answer. After all, historical riddles this profound could not be solved quickly—it defied logic.

As expected, after quite some time, Cui Boen joined the ranks of those embarking on a mental 'Changzheng' (Long March).

"Miss Yunshan, my brother and I wish to enjoy some wine and conversation at your family estate today. Please don't trouble yourself further."

Li Qingyu decisively bid her farewell. He wanted to drink and chat with his elder brother alone. A peculiar woman hovering nearby wasn't part of the plan.

Li Qingyun nodded in agreement, though he seemed a bit reluctant. Nonetheless, he said, "Indeed, Miss Yunshan, let's not bother you further today!"

Mo Yunshan was slightly surprised. He highly regarded his appearance and charisma, convinced that few would ever dismiss him. Yet today, he had met someone who truly did.

"Very well then. Should anything arise between you two gentlemen, feel free to call upon me."

With that, Mo Yunshan descended to the fourth floor, and soon, wine and dishes were brought up to the brothers.

Truthfully, Li Qingyu really admired this elder brother. He could sense Li Qingyun's sincere affection toward him, which touched his heart and made him embrace this newfound brotherhood.