Chapter 29: Roadblock

Chapter 29: Roadblock

It was still the unfinished meal on the table.

After finishing their business, they naturally had to continue eating. Uncle Fu, however, had disappeared since earlier, clearly off to tidy up Yang Xiaoyun's room again.

Su Mo held his bowl and ate heartily, with the box containing the dragon’s roar beside him.

Yang Xiaoyun glanced at him but lost her appetite.

Su Mo looked at her and smiled, "Are you worried about this particular escort being strange?"

"Just now, you were assassinated, and then this escort job came along. Ji Shuhua is right; Ironblood, Yangwei, and Tianmen escort agencies are all large and prestigious, charging high fees.

"However, if this job were given to Liu Suifeng, even if it were free, he would likely accept it."

Yang Xiaoyun put down her chopsticks, "Since Liu Suifeng emerged from seclusion three years ago, he has become renowned for his Sixteen-Form Heavenly Rainbow Heart-Quest Sword Technique. But in recent years, he has been reclusive, rarely venturing into the martial world. If we could establish a connection with him, it would be priceless."

"Indeed."

Su Mo nodded, "So, no matter how you look at it, he shouldn't have chosen Ziyang Escort Agency."

"This..."

Yang Xiaoyun quickly said, "I'm not saying Ziyang Escort Agency is bad..."

"The decline is a fact, just stating the truth. I don't have such a fragile heart."

"Hmm... what is glass?"

"Uh..."

Su Mo thought for a moment, "Silicate non-metallic material?"

"???"

Yang Xiaoyun was confused, feeling that each word individually made sense, but when combined, they seemed incomprehensible.

"Never mind, it's not important."

Su Mo waved his hand, "This escort job is indeed peculiar. However, Liu Suifeng commissioning someone to forge a sword doesn’t seem fake. If anything, it might be someone behind the scenes deliberately arranging this."

"Since you suspect it, why did you accept it?"

Yang Xiaoyun was taken aback.

"This is an interesting opportunity, one that shouldn't be wasted."

Su Mo said, "Waiting at home, I wouldn't know when it would end. Besides, Uncle Fu has no martial arts skills, and if danger truly arises, while I have confidence, ensuring his safety would be difficult. By taking this trouble away, these people’s target is only me, and perhaps... killing me isn't even their goal. They wouldn't unnecessarily harm Uncle Fu."

Apart from luring out the danger and providing an opportunity to resolve matters, Su Mo had another reason he didn't mention.

During yesterday's assassination attempt, besides those four assassins, there was still one person hiding in the shadows.

Was this person friend or foe?

If they were an enemy, there was a chance they might show up again, which would be a good breakthrough.

If they were a friend, that would naturally be even better.

In any case, this escort mission would serve as a litmus test, and perhaps everything could be clarified.

With this thought, he paused slightly before looking at Yang Xiaoyun: "However, just to be safe, Xiaoyun Jie, while I'm away, could you please help look after Uncle Fu?"

"No."

Yang Xiaoyun shook her head without hesitation.

"??"

Su Mo was taken aback, suddenly feeling a bad premonition.

Sure enough, he then heard Yang Xiaoyun say with a serious expression:

"I'll escort this shipment with you."

"..."

Su Mo blinked. "This job is dangerous."

"Exactly because it's dangerous, I must go with you."

"Uncle Fu here..."

"I will take care of everything."

"Uncle Yang won't agree..."

"A grown child doesn't always listen to their father!"

"..."

Su Mo's lips twitched, truly at a loss with this woman.

He wanted to speak harshly to make her change her mind... but he felt that she would likely respond even more harshly.

Moreover, she was genuinely concerned for his well-being, with all her intentions rooted in his best interests.

Under these circumstances, how could he possibly turn her away?

He sighed immediately: "Forget it, forget it. Do as you please."

"What do you mean by 'do as you please?'"

Yang Xiaoyun was quite displeased with this statement: "It's as if I'm a burden to you... Fine, our great hero Su Mo is indeed powerful. You look down on me, a weak woman, don't you?"

"Not at all!"

Su Mo hurriedly shook his head: "Whoever says you're a weak woman, I'll be the first to disagree."

"It's good that you understand."

The decision has been made, so there's no need for further discussion.

After they had their fill of food, they began preparing within the Ziyang Escort Agency.

Traveling in the martial world is not just about stepping out; going empty-handed would be courting death.

They spread out a small bundle and packed some essential antidotes, an emergency set of clothes, and deer leather gloves, which were a must-have.

In the martial world, poisoning methods are varied and unpredictable. No one dares to touch anything of unknown origin without protection, lest they be poisoned.

So, if possible, prepare as much as you can.

Also, carry fewer silver coins and more banknotes, as banknotes are easier to conceal and too many silver coins attract attention.

Money stirs the heart, easily inviting trouble.

With everything prepared, they decided to rest well at the Ziyang Escort Agency for the night and leave early the next morning.

During this time, they each did something else.

Yang Xiaoyun arranged for someone to secretly protect Uncle Fu and sent a letter to Yang Yizhi, not wanting to leave without a word.

Su Mo thought that Yang Yizhi would surely come to the Ziyang Escort Agency to confront them that night.

However, the night passed without any incident.

As for Su Mo... he never mentioned what he did or whom he met when he went out.

When he returned, his face showed no change, as if he had merely taken a stroll.

And even until the next morning, after they had breakfast and bid farewell to Uncle Fu, Yang Yizhi still didn't show up.

This made Su Mo even more puzzled about what Yang Yizhi was thinking.

No wonder Yang Xiaoyun had some grievances with her father; he was indeed unreliable.

Just as they were about to leave the city gates, they saw someone.

Xu Ruoshen stood tall at the city gate, wearing a bitter smile:

"Where are you going, Young Chief Escort?"

"Uncle Xu, last night I sent a letter to my father, explaining everything. Please step aside and don't delay our journey."

Though Yang Xiaoyun called him 'uncle,' her tone was clearly unfriendly.

She was undoubtedly angry.

She had sent a letter to her own father, but instead of coming himself, Yang Yizhi sent Xu Ruoshen to block their way. What kind of logic was that?

Xu Ruoshen sighed, not saying much to Yang Xiaoyun, but turned to Su Mo and smiled lightly: "Young Master Su, you and our Young Chief Escort have a betrothal agreement, but times change, and whether this matter is settled is uncertain. Now, without informing our Chief Escort, you are taking the Young Chief Escort away.

"Isn't this a bit unreasonable?"

Su Mo nodded, feeling that Xu Ruoshen had a point.

Yang Xiaoyun could no longer suppress her anger: "If you have anything to say, let my father say it."

"Young Chief Escort, the Chief Escort left yesterday afternoon and didn't inform us where he went. I saw the letter you sent, though I didn't dare to read its contents. I knew it must be related to Young Master Su. That's why I came to stop you. Young Chief Escort, although I don't know what you plan to do with Young Master Su, I only want to remind you to think twice."

"Hmm? Are you teaching me what to do?"

"I dare not."

"What if I insist on going?"

Yang Xiaoyun reached for her silver spear behind her back.

Xu Ruoshen sighed: "Since that's the case... Young Master Su, forgive me, but I must ask you to pause for a moment!"

As he spoke, he moved swiftly, appearing before Su Mo in an instant, raising his hand to strike at Su Mo's shoulder.

He did not use lethal force, only intending to injure Su Mo enough to prevent him from leaving the city. He also wanted to test Su Mo.

Was it really the infamous Su Mo who killed four people in that narrow alley?

But then Su Mo sighed softly and raised his hand, palm facing outward.

With a loud boom, their palms met. Xu Ruoshen's body shook violently, and he was sent flying backward.