Perhaps it was because Li Yuxuan didn't need to marry Xing Zhuo, but Murong Ling was in a good mood these days and often made trouble for others. However, Shangguan Ruoyu was busy practicing martial arts in the Martial Arts Circle Convention, and Nangong Luobing was busy with herbs, so she wouldn't be with her. Fortunately, Nangong Wan 'er and Anu were with her, so it wasn't very boring. The three of them hit it off quite well. They often went out together and even recognized some of the people in the martial arts world. Li Yuxuan was also relieved because Wan 'er and Anu were accompanying her.
Shangguan Ruoyu was dressed in white. The sword in her right hand was swung fiercely, and her feet left the ground along with the sword. He touched the ground and stamped his feet. Every move was beautiful and lethal. A strong wind blew. Shangguan Ruoyu put away her sword and stood quietly on the ground.
All of a sudden, she frowned and turned her head to one side. She saw a green figure flash by. Just as she was about to chase after him, Murong Ling called out to her.
"Sister Yu."
Shangguan Ruoyu turned around and saw Murong Ling and Anu walking over.
"Why are you guys here?"
"Sister Yu, what were you looking at just now?”Anu saw that she seemed to be looking at something just now, so he asked, afraid that something was wrong. Although this place belonged to Maple Feather Pavilion, she was still afraid that someone with ill intentions would barge in and harm her.
"It's nothing." Shangguan Ruoyu shook her head, thinking that she might have seen wrongly.
"Alright, Sister Yu, Second Brother Shang has something to tell us. Let's go.”Murong Ling pulled Shangguan Ruoyu away and shouted," Anu, hurry up."”
Shangguan Ruoyu was curious about what was going on, but seeing that Murong Ling and Anu didn't seem to know, she held back and didn't ask. She thought that she would know when she went there!
When Shangguan Ruoyu and the other two arrived at the hall, everyone was already seated. Shang Shujie and Bai Xiaoyao sat on the main seat. Below them were Shang Feng and Shang Yu. Even Nangong Luobing was sitting there. Behind them stood Nangong Wan 'er. However, Nangong Luobing looked a little unwilling.
"Miss Lin." There was a hint of guilt in Shang Shujie's tone.
"What's wrong?" Shangguan Ruoyu started to panic.
"This, this old man…"
"What's wrong? " Could it be Brother Qingyuan…" Shangguan Ruoyu realized that Yue Qingyuan was nowhere to be seen in the hall.
Shang Shujie sighed lightly as a silent agreement.
Shangguan Ruoyu's body softened at the sight of Shang Shujie. Fortunately, Murong Ling, who was beside her, held her up and prevented her from falling to the ground.
"Big Brother Qingyuan, what's wrong?" Anu was also very nervous, his large eyes filled with worry.
"The two of us have been investigating the matter of the Full Fragrance Brothel. Later, we found out about the iron masked man that big brother mentioned. Qing Yuan went to investigate alone, but I never received any signal from him. In the past, no matter what, we would always contact each other, but this time, after such a long time, we still haven't…I think he might have met with an accident.”Shang Yu explained to Shangguan Ruoyu.
"Brother Qingyuan's martial arts is excellent. Logically speaking, ordinary people wouldn't be able to hurt him.”Anu analyzed.
"Yes, Brother Qingyuan's martial arts are so good. He'll definitely be fine.”Shangguan Ruoyu broke free from Murong Ling's hand and wanted to walk out.
"Miss Lin." Shang Yu saw that she was about to walk out and hurriedly called out to her.
" I'm going to find him. Nothing must happen to him. Nothing must happen to him…" Shangguan Ruoyu murmured. Yue Qingyuan treated her like an elder brother. Now that he had gone missing, she felt extremely upset.
"Sister Yu, let me go." Anu stopped her.
Shangguan Ruoyu looked at Anu and stopped. Yes, Anu might be more suitable to go, but when she thought that Anu would disappear like Yue Qingyuan, she began to worry again.
"Anu, I only have you now. I'll go with you to find Brother Qingyuan.”
"Wait, Miss Lin, let me go. I know where Qing Yuan disappeared. If I go with Anu, we might be able to find it faster. Besides, I'm responsible for this, so it's only right that I go.”Shang Yu walked to Anu's side, his face filled with guilt.
"That's good too. Sister Yu, don't worry.”After Anu finished speaking, he walked out with Shang Yu.
Shangguan Ruoyu felt that this was good, so she let them go.
"Sister Yu, don't worry. Brother Qingyuan will be fine.”Murong Ling consoled.
Shangguan Ruoyu nodded." If something really happened to Brother Qingyuan, who do you think it was?"”
"It should be related to the Surplus Fragrance Brothel.”Shang Feng frowned slightly, his face full of seriousness.
"Surplus Fragrance Brothel wouldn't be that stupid." Nangong Luobing narrowed her eyes and left.
The crowd also came to a sudden realization. They also felt that although this matter seemed to be done by the Surplus Fragrance Brothel, they would not be so stupid to make a move at this time. At least, they would not openly oppose Maple Feather Pavilion. So, this matter might have been done by someone else. Who was it then? The situation seemed to be getting more and more complicated.
Just as everyone was thinking, Shang Shujie walked towards Shangguan Ruoyu.
"Miss Lin, can we have a chat?”
"Pavilion Master Shang is too polite. Ruoyu is naturally capable.”
"Alright, then go to the study. Feng 'er, you should go prepare for the Martial Arts Circle Convention. It's going to be the Martial Arts Circle Convention in ten days.”
"En, alright." Shang Feng left after saying that.
Only Bai Xiaoyao and Murong Ling were left in the hall. Bai Xiaoyao also dragged Murong Ling to talk about women.
In Shang Shujie's study, a fresh smell filled Shangguan Ruoyu's nose, calming her down.
"Pavilion Master Shang's fragrance is very special.”Shangguan Ruoyu said with a smile.
"Hehe, Valley Master Nangong gave it to my wife. He said it can help her sleep.”Shang Shujie replied cheerfully.
"So it was Luo Bing who gave it to me.”
"Miss Lin, I actually have a very important matter to discuss with you today.”Shang Shujie looked troubled.
"Ruoyu has been living in the residence with Anu and Brother Qingyuan. Although we have a layer of relationship with Ling 'er, if it weren't for Pavilion Master Shang and Madam Bai's kindness, how could we live like this? If there is anything, Pavilion Master Shang can just say it directly. There is no need to make things difficult for him.”Shangguan Ruoyu saw that Shang Shujie was in a difficult position and comforted him.
"Miss Lin, what are you saying? Young Master Yue has been helping Yu 'er a lot. Even Anu has been running around for days. Now, he has even implicated Young Master Yue.”
"Pavilion Master Shang, you don't have to say that. Zhang Zhongshou and Ouyang Xiong colluded and did something that harmed the martial arts world and the country. Now that Brother Qingyuan has encountered such a thing, although it's unfortunate, I believe that nothing will happen to him.”
"Yes, I also believe that good people will be rewarded. Young Master Yue will be fine.”Shang Shujie said slowly. Then, he stared at Shangguan Ruoyu, stuttering.
"Miss Lin, I actually wanted to ask if you have any connection with the Shangguan family.”
Shangguan Ruoyu was shocked. She was thinking about how to say it, but her face was calm as usual.
"Why would Pavilion Master Shang say that?"
"Hehe, although this old man isn't from the martial world, Maple Feather Pavilion is still in the martial world, so this old man was fated to meet the Glazed Sword once.”There was no special expression on Shang Shujie's face. He seemed to be reminiscing the scene at that time, and his eyes were filled with surprise.
"Oh? Then why would Pavilion Master Shang say that I'm related to the Shangguan family?”Shangguan Ruoyu was still a little puzzled. She had never taken out the Glazed Sword…No, could it be that it was when she broke into the Prime Minister's residence at night? Thinking of this, Shangguan Ruoyu understood that he had exposed his identity that time. He was just worried that Shang Shujie would not accept his identity as the daughter of a traitor. Although he and Zhang Zhongshou were also enemies, he was still worried.
"Miss Lin has already figured out how I know, so I don't think I need to say anything. This old man only mentioned it today to confirm it. Moreover, the situation is urgent now. I just want to know the truth so that if there is a situation in the future, it will be easier to get along and deal with it.”Shang Shujie's face was full of sincerity, and he didn't seem to have anything wrong with it.
"Pavilion Master Shang, what do you think of the Shangguan family's extermination that day?”Shangguan Ruoyu asked carefully.
"Prime Minister Shangguan is loyal to the country and has a good reputation in the martial arts world. However, he was persecuted by villains. Moreover, his achievements are higher than his master's.”Shang Shujie stood by the window and looked at the fallen leaves flying outside the window. His tone was filled with regret.
Shangguan Ruoyu was filled with sorrow when she heard this. Although she had never met her father, she had heard about his deeds from her master since she was young, so she had always respected Shangguan Nian very much. Shangguan Ruoyu's impression of Shang Shujie increased when she heard that there was someone who understood her father so well.
"Pavilion Master Shang's guess is correct. I do have a relationship with the Shangguan family. As for what relationship it is, Pavilion Master Shang must have known about it long ago.”
Shang Shujie slowly turned around and looked at Shangguan Ruoyu with a loving smile." Miss Lin, don't worry. We have a common enemy. I will protect you."”
Shangguan Ruoyu nodded." I usually hope that Pavilion Master Shang will call me Lin. After all, not many people know my identity.”
Shang Shujie nodded in agreement.
"I heard that you're going to participate in the Martial Arts Circle Convention.”Shang Shujie raised his eyebrows.
"Yes, I promised Seventh Prince that I would help him get rid of Ouyang Xiong's men. Moreover, if all the people who went to Ethereal Peak were Ouyang Xiong's men, that would be impossible.”Shangguan Ruoyu looked worried.
"That's good too. Feng 'er will also participate. You guys can take care of each other, so I can rest assured.”
"En, if there's nothing else, I'll take my leave.”Shangguan Ruoyu curtsied and left the room after getting Shang Shujie's permission.
Minister Jie pondered for a moment before turning around to extinguish the burning incense. He sat at the desk and picked up the account book of Maple Feather Pavilion to read.
On the other side, Shang Yu and Anu, who were searching for Yue Qingyuan, were also in the wilderness.
"There are traces of a fight here. I wonder if it was left behind by Qingyuan.”Shang Yu squatted down and carefully examined the footprints and blood stains on the ground.
"I followed the secret code left by Brother Qingyuan to find this place.”Anu said seriously. All along, he and Brother Qingyuan had a secret code that the two of them knew, which was why Shang Yu did not notice it previously. Yue Qingyuan must have been afraid of being discovered by others, so he left behind a secret code that only Anu knew. However, it also meant that he must have encountered a problem that he could not solve. Otherwise, he would not have left behind this secret signal. If it was an ordinary signal, he would only send out a signal that Shang Yu knew. Thinking of this, Anu's worry grew even more.
"Looking at the bloodstains left behind, Qingyuan's life should not be in danger. He might have just been captured.”Shang Yu voiced his opinion.
Anu nodded in agreement. Suddenly, a piece of silver iron under the grass caught Anu's attention. He walked in, squatted down, and picked up the piece of iron. The piece of iron was only the size of a thumb, and there were red bloodstains on the silver surface. It had been dry for a long time, and the gap in the iron seemed to have been cut by a sharp sword.
"Could this be left behind by the iron masked man?”Anu tilted his head and asked Shang Yu.
"It should be. It's indeed the Prosperous Fragrance Restaurant.”Shang Yu's eyes were as fierce as a storm.
"Eh, big brother Yu, smell it. There seems to be a smell on it.”Anu brought the piece of metal to Shang Yu.
Shang Yu took the iron sheet and placed it under his nose. He sniffed it and nodded slightly.
"There is indeed a smell. How about this, we will bring this thing back first and let Valley Master Nangong see what this smell is. Let's see if we can find any clues and discuss what to do.”
Anu nodded and stood up. She wrapped the metal sheet with a small cloth and left with Shang Yu.
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