Chapter 98: Those Mentally Unbalanced Sectmates

Chen Jinlongs disdainful jeers triggered a round of uproarious laughter.

Only Li Moyun couldnt laugh.?How could someone Yuan Luoxi honored as a distinguished guest fail to even get through the House of Prosperitys doors?

But then, he couldnt be bothered to explain.?When he received his fathers letter, he understood something.

The Blueriver Sword Manor inner sect elder, Zhou Huaiqiu,?as well as inner sect disciples Ni Hao and Nan Ying, had already left Guangling City. However, they'd yet to return to the Cloudriver Prefectural Capital.

Nor had news of Su Yis recovery and victory at the Dragons Gate Banquet made it back to the sect.

Even now, no one in Blueriver Sword Manor knew that Su Yi was no longer the cultivation-less waste hed once been!

If it were me, I wouldnt spread the news either. The disciple the sect heartlessly abandoned recovered just a year later? How would the sects higher-ups feel if they knew?

Once water spills, its hard to gather back up!

And Ni Hao and Nan Ying naturally wouldnt do anything to build Su Yi up at the cost of their own ambitions.

It was then that Nian Yunqiaos long, narrow face sneered cruelly, and he snorted, It seems Feng Xiaofeng still hasnt learned his lesson. He ought to be grateful that he didnt bump into me instead, or else I wouldve taken his arms, too!

Senior Apprentice Brother Nian, hes nothing but a cripple. Why bother with him? said Yu Qian softly, a complicated expression on her face. Lets not discuss him any further; itll only sour the mood.

A youth suddenly spoke up. One of my friends is from Guangling City, and a little while ago, he said that Su Yi seemed to have recovered his cultivation and that he took first place in Guangling Citys biggest martial arts competition, the Dragons Gate Banquet. Do you think thats true?

Everyone froze. Then, all of them glanced at Li Moyun; all of them knew he was from Guangling City too.

That Li Moyuns eyelids twitched, and he shook his head. I dont know. I havent been in contact with my family lately, so I dont know whats been happening in Guangling City recently.

He wasnt willing to discuss it. If he did, it would be like admitting how incredible Su Yi was.

Forget it. Never mind that waste. Lets continue our feast, said Chen Jinlong with a wave of his hand.

But almost immediately afterward, a youth in silver robes pushed open the door and entered. He was carrying a jug of wine.

Sun Qu.

He was an outer sect disciple of Blueriver Sword Manor, and as soon as he entered the room, he said with an air of mysteriousness, When I went to grab some wine just now, I heard something interesting. Want to know what it was?

Oh? What is it? asked Chen Jinlong.

Just now, Madam Cuiyun made a personal appearance, said Sun Qu. She led all eight managers of the House of Prosperity to the gates to greet a group of guests.

Chen Jinlong explained, Who could possibly be so illustrious as to make Madam Cuiyun lead all her managers to greet him?

The others looked curious too.

They say it was a group of strange youths, said Sun Qu. Their leader was a youth in blue robes. He looked seventeen, give or take. But its his companions who were really strange.

How so? Chen Jinlong was starting to lose patience. Quit beating around the bush and get the point!

Sun Qu laughed. One of them was a cripple in a wheelchair. One was a boy in straw sandals and dirt-smeared pants, while another was a little girl in coarse clothes. Doesnt that sound strange to you?

The group couldnt help but nod; such a line-up was indeed strange.

This was the House of Prosperity! A place the poor couldnt even enter!

Yet they hadnt just gotten in; Madam Cuiyun herself had rallied all eight managers to personally greet them at the door. That was far too out of the ordinary!

Only Yan Chengrongs expression changed dramatically. He seemed to have realized something, but at the same time, he seemed not to quite believe it.

Brother Yan, whats going on with you? Li Moyun suddenly picked up on Yan Chengrongs unusual state.

No problem. Im just going to step out for a moment. Yan Chengrong forced a smile, then rose and left the room.

Before long, he found a servant and asked in hushed whispers about the group of guests Madam Cuiyun had just welcomed to the restaurant.

When he finished, he returned to their private dining room in a daze, as if his soul had left his body.

This was so out of character that even Chen Jinlong couldnt help but frown in displeasure. Junior Apprentice Brother Yan, whats going on with you? If youre not feeling well, go home. Dont sour everyones mood!

The others noticed it too. Yan Chenrongs behavior was strange and out of place.

Yan Chengrong shuddered, as if coming back to his senses. He swept his gaze across the room, then said bitterly, Young Master Chen, its not that Im not feeling well. Its that earlier, I confirmed something, and it. Well, I just dont get it.

Before they could ask, he said, considering each word, If Im not mistaken, the guests Madam Cuiyun just went out to greet were almost certainly Su Yi, Feng Xiaofeng, and their companions!

The room instantly fell so silent that you could hear a pin drop.

Astonishment was written all over their faces.

Except for Li Moyuns. His heart shook, and he sucked in a breath of cold air.

Su Yi really did manage to sink his filthy claws into Yuan Luoxi!

But no; if all he did was win Yuan Luoxis backing, that wouldnt be enough for Madam Cuiyun to lead such a grand procession to greet him. Is there some other mystery behind this?

The more he thought, the more stifled and heavy Li Moyuns heart. He was so upset, he wanted to cough up blood.

Chen Jinlong couldnt take it anymore. He frowned and asked, How could the likes of Su Yi and Feng Xiaofeng be worthy of Madam Cuiyun coming down to greet them personally?

Hed only just mocked Su Yi and his companions, saying that they wouldnt even make it through the House of Prosperitys front door.

Whod have thought that, just a few minutes later, Yan Chengrong would say something so outrageous? It was a blatant slap in the face.

Yan Chengrong hurriedly explained, It was precisely because this doesnt make any sense that I was so out of sorts. Still, Im almost completely certain that it was in fact Su Yi and company.?Feng Xiaofengs legs are crippled, so hes stuck in a wheelchair. I saw him clearly just now. Theres no mistaking it!

The atmosphere instantly grew more stifled. Everyone was confused and uncertain.

If we go take a look, well know if its true or not, now wont we? If it really is Su Yi and his cohort, well, we were once his sectmates. Theres no reason we cant go greet him, is there? Nian Yunqiaos expression was unsightly, his eyes cold and sinister.

Where are they now? Chen Jinlongs eyes flashed.

The ninth floor, the Mountain and River Palace, said Yan Chengrong immediately.

When he said this, the group in attendance only became more unsettled.

Despite Chen Jinlongs status, he could at most arrange a banquet on the sixth floor!

And that was special treatment he got by relying on his fathers prestige.

But Su Yi, someone all of them looked down on, had ascended to the ninth floor in a single bound. He could stand at the pinnacle of the House of Prosperity and gaze down upon the sea of lanterns. Furthermore, he could enjoy the highest-level feast and highest-level hospitality the restaurant had to offer!

When they compared themselves to him, it was hard to remain mentally stable.

Come on! Were going to the Mountain and Sea Palace! Chen Jinlong could no longer repress his displeasure. He got up and headed out the door.

When the others saw this, they got up and followed him, one by one.

Only Li Moyun remained behind.

Senior Apprentice Brother Li, arent you going to check it out?

Heres a word of advice: this is the House of Prosperity. If Su Yi made it to the ninth floor, theres inevitably a good reason for it, so youd be better off staying here, said Li Moyun expressionlessly.

Senior Apprentice Brother Li, were just going to visit a former?sectmate, not to cause trouble. If you dont want to go, fine. Well go without you. Chen Jinlong snorted, then led the others away.

Foolish! Li Moyun laughed coldly.

But then, even now, he still couldnt fully accept the reality that Su Yi had grown strong. A part of him still felt as if this were just a bad dream and that hed wake up any minute now.

Its actually only reasonable theyd act like this. Chen Jinlong and the others still dont know that Su Yi regained his cultivation, and theres no way theyd ever guess that hes now the distinguished guest of the Yuan Family.

In their eyes, Su Yi is still nothing but a pitiful, ridiculous waste..?Li Moyun sighed to himself.

The ninth floor.

As soon as Chen Jinlong and his group arrived, the manager standing outside the Mountain and River Palace stopped them. Dear guests, might I ask what youre doing?

The manager was an overweight middle-aged man in brocade robes, and he had keen eyes.

He swept his gaze across the group, and he immediately recognized Chen Jinlong and the other young masters. As such, his tone was extremely polite.

We. Chen Jinlong wasnt at all happy.?A manager is standing outside the door awaiting further orders? Not even my father can enjoy such treatment!

He took a deep breath, then forced a smile. Were here to visit our sectmates.

Sectmates? The man in brocade robes was stunned.

Chen Jinlong repressed his dejected, stifled feeling and said, Thats right. We just learned that our sectmates, Su Yi and Feng Xiaofeng, are currently dining in the Mountain and River Palace, so we decided to stop in and say hello.

Please wait a moment, said the middle-aged manager. Allow me to ask our distinguished guests first. I can only allow you inside if they give their approval first.

He then turned, paused in the doorway, and tidied his clothes. He bowed slightly at the waist, and a natural, warm, respectful smile spread across his face as he gingerly opened the doors and stepped inside.

He was one of eight managers of the House of Prosperity. This was a lofty position, and he rarely humbled himself, not even before most major figures. This was a man who knew when to give and when to take.

Yet now, he was being so polite and so careful!

Chen Jinlong and company noticed this, and tidal waves of shock coursed through their hearts. They were jealous, but they also found it hard to believe.

Meanwhile, within the Mountain and Sea Palace.

As Su Yi drank, he turned to Huang Qianjun and ordered, After we eat, go arrange for a courtyard-style residence. I have only one requirement: it has to be quiet.

Huang Qianjun nodded repeatedly and pounded his chest. Brother Su, leave a trivial matter like that up to me. I promise I wont let you down.

Heres a hundred-thousand-tael note. Take it. Su Yi took the banknote from his black jade pendant and passed it over.

Okay! Huang Qianjun knew better than to refuse, and he knew that this wasnt his money; he was just managing it on Su Yis behalf.

Feng Xiaofengs eyes widened. Senior Apprentice Brother Su, when did you get so rich?

Feng Xiaoran and A-Fei were dumbfounded too. A hundred thousand taels of silver? Ra latst chpters on n/v//l(b)i(.)cm

To them, that was an unimaginable number.

Material wealth is no longer important to me, laughed Su Yi, but he didnt explain. But if I run into problems I can solve with money, I have no lack of funds.

He suddenly recalled something Yuan Luoxi once said: You threw money at the problem? I can do that too.

It was then that a middle-aged man in brocade robes walked into the room, his face nothing but smiles.

First, he closed the door. Then, he turned and greeted Su Yi respectfully. My sincerest apologies for disturbing you, but Young Master Chen Jinlong and his companions have come. They say theyre your?sectmates, and they request an audience. If youre unwilling to see them, Ill turn them away immediately.

Chen Jinlong!

Su Yis eyebrows shot up.

Feng Xiaofeng said in a low voice, Junior Apprentice Brother Su Yi, back at Blueriver Sword Manor, Nian Yunqiao and Yan Chengrong were tight with this guy. In short, theyre a clique, and Chen Jinlong is their leader.

Su Yi nodded, then suddenly, he laughed. I was actually planning to go pay them a visit. Whod have thought theyd come knocking on my door of their own volition?

He then turned to the middle-aged man in brocade robes. Go ahead and let them in.

Chapter end