“That’s good, but if anything happens, you still need to tell me, Uncle. I won’t be stingy with my help, but I have to consider the restrictions of the Saint Martial Sect,” Lin Hanyue said.
After thanking Lin Hanyue and his wife again for their warm hospitality, Qin Chu left the Lin Mansion.
Lin Hanyue’s inability to act was something Qin Chu had considered. After all, everyone has different stances. Lin Hanyue had his personal stance, but he couldn't disregard the overall situation of the Saint Martial Sect. The Saint Martial Sect couldn't fight to the death with the White Tiger Saint Clan and the Blazing Thunder Saint Clan, as they were lacking in strength. Furthermore, it wasn't worth it for someone who wasn’t from their own Sect.
Qin Chu left the Lin Mansion and, in a beast carriage arranged by Lin Qing, arrived at the inn where Qin Lingxi and Qin Longxuan were staying.
This inn had already been booked by the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan. Inside and out, it was filled with people from the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan. This time, the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan planned to hit the White Tiger Saint Clan and the Blazing Thunder Saint Clan hard, so they had made thorough arrangements.
Entering the inn, Qin Chu went to the courtyard where Qin Lingxi resided.
“Qin Chu, you weren’t injured in today’s battle, were you?” Qin Lingxi, dressed in a light blue silk dress, looked Qin Chu up and down. She had already learned from her subordinates that Qin Chu had entered the life-and-death arena.
Qin Chu smiled, “Aunt, don’t worry! I just killed a rookie, didn’t even break a single piece of skin!”
“It’s good that you’re fine! But you need to be careful. You can go to the life-and-death arena, or you can choose not to. There’s no need to take risks. You need to know that you are the Young Lord of the Family, the future of the Family,” Qin Lingxi said to Qin Chu.
Qin Chu nodded, then helped Qin Lingxi sit down.
“Aunt, do we really have to fight to the death with the White Tiger Saint Clan and the Blazing Thunder Saint Clan this time?” Qin Chu asked Qin Lingxi.
“Yes, but we must act without exposing ourselves, trying to avoid being targeted by the White Tiger Saint Clan and the Blazing Thunder Saint Clan,” Qin Lingxi said.
After thinking for a while, Qin Chu felt that he still needed to explain his transaction with Su Mu. Otherwise, Qin Lingxi and Qin Longxuan wouldn't be aware, and things could go wrong.
After organizing his thoughts, Qin Chu told Qin Lingxi about his agreement with Su Mu.
“He wants one of the three plants, to protect you… It’s acceptable. He doesn’t know that you have the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan behind you, so your agreement is very fair. Since you’ve made this deal, we will honor it! With you safe, our Vermilion Bird Saint Clan can fight without worries,” Qin Lingxi said. If someone else had tried to scheme against Qin Chu or bully him because he was young and ignorant, she naturally wouldn't have agreed. But the conditions Su Mu proposed were reasonable and could even be said to be beneficial to Qin Chu, so she had no objections.
“Aunt, do we have any plans to deal with the White Tiger Saint Clan and the Blazing Thunder Saint Clan?” Qin Chu inquired.
“After the Sword Intent eruption period in Heavenly Sword Mountain, the forces of the White Tiger Saint Clan and the Blazing Thunder Saint Clan will definitely plunder the Cultivators who entered Heavenly Sword Mountain. They cannot fight within the city, so they will blockade outside the city. We will ambush their forces outside the city!” Qin Lingxi said to Qin Chu.
“Okay, then I’ll take care of some of the small fry within the city!” Qin Chu said.
“Then let me, your aunt, think about it,” Qin Lingxi said after some thought.
After chatting with Qin Lingxi for a few moments, Qin Chu left the inn and returned to the Alchemist Guild.
It was already late. After Qin Chu returned to the Alchemist Guild, he began to meditate and Cultivate.
At this moment, in a room in Demon Castle, Enforcement Officer Guan stood before Elder Lu, who was wearing a golden cloak.
“Elder Lu, I have a situation to report to you. Our people have discovered a new force. They are stationed in an inn, and our people can’t get in, but Qin Chu has entered several times,” Enforcement Officer Guan said.
Elder Lu was silent for a moment, “So, this kid has someone behind him!”
“Yes, we can’t find out what their relationship is. They appeared too suddenly, and there are several strong individuals inside. One could say their strength already surpasses that of the White Tiger Saint Clan and the Blazing Thunder Saint Clan. We don’t know what they are trying to do,” Enforcement Officer Guan said.
“That’s quite interesting, but it doesn’t matter. We still need to try to win over this little fellow, Qin Chu. Regardless of whether we can win him over, we must let him know our sincerity. A little later, you summon him. This Venerable One will speak a few words with him,” Elder Lu said after thinking for a moment.
Enforcement Officer Guan bowed and retreated. He knew that although Qin Chu was not old, he had the qualifications to be taken seriously. Under twenty years old, possessing a Level 5 Sword Intent, and also a Five-star Alchemist, he could be said to have an immeasurable future.
After Cultivating all night, Qin Chu got up and began to practice his sword techniques. However, Senior Sister Shang Shuyu, wearing a veil, arrived. Liu San brought her over, as Liu San knew that Shang Shuyu and Qin Chu had a good relationship.
“Senior Sister has arrived!” Qin Chu sheathed his sword and greeted her.
“I’m still a little worried. Either you listen to me and let Granny take us away after the Sword Intent eruption period ends, without participating in these chaotic battles,” Shang Shuyu said to Qin Chu.
Looking at Shang Shuyu, Qin Chu felt a little reluctant to refuse, but he couldn't. The forces of the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan had arrived, and there was no way he could let his clansmen stay and fight in Heavenly Sword City while he slipped away first.
“Alas! It seems you’ve already made up your mind,” seeing Qin Chu hesitate, Shang Shuyu understood his decision.
“Senior Sister, I have a hidden difficulty. Next time, in the future, I will definitely follow your arrangements,” Qin Chu said to Shang Shuyu.
Hearing Qin Chu’s words, Shang Shuyu smiled, “You said that yourself. Besides, shouldn’t a Junior Brother listen to his Senior Sister!”
Qin Chu took Shang Shuyu to a restaurant for breakfast, then they strolled around the city. It was purely a casual walk.
Having been in high-intensity Cultivation, Qin Chu's mind was in a state of high tension. Strolling around made him feel much more relaxed.
“Human hearts are very complex. Actually, a stable life is very good, but sometimes, the simpler and more ordinary it is, the harder it is to achieve,” Shang Shuyu sighed.
Qin Chu looked at Shang Shuyu, “Actually, I want that too, but it’s very difficult!”
“I know, and I understand you, but you must remember to always prioritize your own safety,” Shang Shuyu said to Qin Chu. Ever since she learned that Qin Chu was the Young Lord of the Vermilion Bird Saint Clan, she understood that Qin Chu was destined to walk a path full of thorns.
Qin Chu nodded at Shang Shuyu. He was very fortunate to have someone who understood him.
“I won’t tell anyone about your matters. I didn’t even tell Granny,” Shang Shuyu said to Qin Chu.
“Thank you, Senior Sister. I have another question: if we get separated in Heavenly Sword City, where can I find Senior Sister? I don’t want to never see Senior Sister again,” Qin Chu said.
“On the outskirts of the Azure Dragon Saint Clan, there is a Cui Peak Mountain. Granny used to Cultivate there. If we get separated, you can find me there. By the way, have you made thorough arrangements? Why am I still a little worried!” Seeing the forces of the White Tiger Saint Clan walking down the street, Shang Shuyu felt a little uneasy again.
“The arrangements are made. I will kill them,” Qin Chu nodded.