Chapter 71: An Invitation

Chapter 71: An Invitation

The three points Su Mo raised seemed simple at first glance, but in reality, each one was far from it.

Treating injuries was the simplest task, yet also the most crucial.

In the martial world, if you show respect, I will yield even more.

Especially at this critical juncture, everyone needed to work together, with Su Mo leading the way. If he ignored their conditions, disunity would arise in an instant.

Secondly, with injuries, subsequent actions would inevitably become inconvenient, delaying progress.

Therefore, treating injuries within Jade Willow Villa required Liu Qingkong, the true caretaker of the villa, to step out and make arrangements.

After stating these three matters, Su Mo first asked Liu Qingkong to come forward and count the number of people currently in Jade Willow Villa. Those who could boil water should do so, those who could cook should prepare meals, and those without martial skills should find medicinal pills for the injured to treat and bandage their wounds.

Those with martial skills were to join the others in the main hall of Jade Willow Villa to discuss the next two matters.

The second matter was providing reinforcements.

As Su Mo mentioned, rushing over recklessly would not be wise since the Youquan Cult members in Profound Theory Valley were not idle.

If they were seen from afar, the situation could turn violent, putting the safety of those in Profound Theory Valley at risk.

Su Mo was particularly concerned about this point.

Liu Suifeng had already been captured to be turned into a blood slave; any rash move could lead to unforeseen complications. Therefore, a foolproof plan needed to be devised.

This required collective wisdom and effort.

The third matter was even more challenging.

Seeking help must be done locally, as distant aid cannot quench immediate fires. The nearby forces that had connections with the people present would be the best choice.

The eldest son of Broken Jade Sect was the first to step forward, offering to send a letter to his sect to request skilled fighters to come to their aid.

Beyond this, meticulous planning was necessary to ensure no information leaked.

The Youquan Cult's influence in the southwest was still unknown, and any slip-up could jeopardize the second plan, making the outcome unpredictable.

Thus, careful deliberation was essential.

Handling all three matters simultaneously, the main hall of Jade Willow Villa remained bustling throughout the night.

By the time they reached a consensus, only a few hours remained before dawn.

Those who needed bandages had been treated, and those who took medicinal pills were now meditating to recover.

Some of the faster individuals left Jade Willow Villa with letters and tokens to seek help from nearby forces.

Explain the situation and negotiate assistance—these tasks fell on them.

Now, the main hall was silent.

Su Mo and Yang Xiaoyun leaned against each other, resting, but suddenly opened their eyes.

Yang Xiaoyun sensed something and glanced at Su Mo, who gestured for her to be quiet.

Silently, they left the main hall. Someone noticed them but did not think much of it, instead smiling knowingly and continuing to rest.

...

...

Leaving the main hall, Su Mo and Yang Xiaoyun headed straight for Pinjian Tower.

Yang Xiaoyun followed without questioning, trusting Su Mo’s judgment.

In no time, they arrived at Pinjian Tower.

Earlier, the entrance had been shattered by Chu Xiong’s palms, leaving the doorframe empty, with rows of head racks still standing, unattended.

At this moment, a figure stood before the head racks.

The person was short, with sparse hair and an ugly face, holding a folding fan inscribed with four characters: "A Gentleman Like Jade!"

"It's you?"

Yang Xiaoyun was slightly taken aback.

Su Mo sighed, "Indeed, this is a deliberate flaw you left behind."

"Oh? Interesting. I usually leave no traces. When did I ever leave a flaw?"

"A person who leaves no traces would naturally leave a flaw intentionally. Your presence here is proof."

Su Mo sighed again, "And that flaw is right in front of you."

Before 'Luo Zhen' stood a list of names:

Thien Fo Temple’s Monk Jingkong.

Blood Dove Knife Ling Hongxia.

Poisonous Scholar Ye Yichen.

Ugly Gentleman Luo Zhen.

Mighty King Fist Wang Taiheng.

Iron Blood Escort Agency Yang Xiaoyun.

Ziyang Escort Agency Su Mo.

Cold Moon Palace Wei...

"Ha ha ha."

'Luo Zhen' laughed heartily: "They all say that after Ziyang Escort Agency fell into your hands, it would surely decline. Who would have thought that the Su family would produce someone like you at the last moment... Well, Young Chief Escort Yang, do you understand now?"

Yang Xiaoyun had not seen this name when she first arrived here.

But upon seeing it now, she was initially confused. However, after listening to their conversation and pondering for a moment, she sighed: "I see...

"The 'Scholar with Poisonous Hands' Ye Yichen came for Luo Zhen, but the names on the racks inside Pinjian Tower are not randomly written. Those who came together are listed in order of arrival.

"Ye Yichen said Luo Zhen arrived early, but if that were true, why would they carve two names for Luo Zhen?

"Since his name is here... it indicates two things.

"First, this is Luo Zhen's first visit to Jade Willow Villa.

"Second, Youquan Cult doesn't know that this Luo Zhen is an impostor."

"Interesting."

'Luo Zhen' nodded with a smile: "Go on."

"Since Youquan Cult doesn't know that Luo Zhen is an impostor, how could there be an extra person among those who came tonight?

"If Youquan Cult knew that this person came from Cold Moon Palace and is surnamed Wei, how could they not know the full name? Instead, they left only a surname to create mystery?

"So... this name was actually left by yourself, which is the deliberate flaw you left behind."

Yang Xiaoyun sighed as she spoke, clasping her hands: "Young Miss Wei, you've revealed your identity."

She also understood why Su Mo had come back to Pinjian Tower late at night.

Revealing one's identity to show honesty naturally implied an invitation.

Su Mo, understanding the intention, brought her along to meet this unfamiliar Young Miss Wei.

"Ha ha ha."

'Luo Zhen' laughed heartily: "Young Chief Escort Yang has a heart of grace and virtue; Chief Escort Su is indeed fortunate. The two of you are truly a match made in heaven. Wu Daoyou's unworthy son could not help but feel ashamed in front of you two. He still has some courage, not resorting to underhanded means; otherwise, I could have justifiably dealt with him."

As she spoke, her voice changed to that of a woman. She gently touched her face, removing a lifelike human skin mask.

The mask was intricately crafted, fitting perfectly without any gaps. After removing it, long hair cascaded down, revealing a slightly cold face.

"Cold Moon Palace, Wei Ziyi, greets the two of you. I apologize for the earlier deception; please forgive me."

With these words, she bowed deeply.