Daotai Prefecture.
The Song family’s residence was decorated with lanterns and streamers, signifying their welcome for Chen Nan.
In Song Linhui’s study.
He looked at the book in his hand and said expressionlessly to an elder before him, “Elder Mu, I am very sorry about Granny Ji’s matter.”
“I also didn’t expect her to fall into the hands of that junior, Chen Nan.”
The elder’s name was Mu Yifeng.
He was a retainer of the Song family.
And also Granny Ji’s dao companion.
Although both of them were at the peak of the Body Seizure realm.
Mu Yifeng had already reached the Great Perfection of the Body Seizure realm.
Frankly speaking.
He had already taken one step into the Ghost King realm.
His strength was such that even Ji Taimao was no match for him.
“My lord, there is no need to blame yourself. If anyone is to be blamed, it is that old woman’s arrogance!” Mu Yifeng’s face was filled with grief. He knew his woman’s personality.
Too presumptuous.
Too arrogant.
Otherwise, she wouldn’t have met such a disastrous end.
Song Linhui: “I have already sent the housekeeper to fetch Chen Nan. He will arrive at the Song family soon.”
“If you wish to kill him.”
“I will not stop you.”
His tone was casual.
He did not place any importance on Chen Nan’s life or death.
Upon hearing this.
A cold glint flashed in Mu Yifeng’s white-haired eyes. He instinctively clenched his fist, and a chilling killing intent erupted from his entire body.
It was so intense that the candle flame before Song Linhui was almost extinguished.
Mu Yifeng gritted his teeth and said, “Although I wish to kill Chen Nan to avenge the old woman, this brat is a sixth-level Yin Messenger and the Director of the Demon Suppression Division.”
“If I kill him in the Song family, it will inevitably implicate the entire Song family.”
Mu Yifeng knew the consequences of killing Chen Nan.
Even the Song family would be affected.
Song Linhui revealed a sinister smile: “Who says killing him in our Song family will implicate us?”
Mu Yifeng looked confused.
Song Linhui said: “If we were to openly kill Chen Nan.”
“Our Song family would indeed face utter destruction.”
“But what if someone were to assassinate me during the banquet?”
“And accidentally injure an innocent bystander, killing Chen Nan.”
“Do you think the court would still blame our Song family?”
Speaking of which, he took out a storage pouch: “This contains one hundred Profound Yin Stones. After Chen Nan is killed, Elder Mu should leave the Song family!”
“When the banquet begins, you will hide in the shadows. I will give the signal by dropping my cup, and you will act upon my command!”
“At that time, I will poison his wine.”
“I guarantee you a successful strike.” A cold glint flashed in his eyes as he said this.
Mu Yifeng: “This old man obeys!”
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Around seven in the evening.
Chen Nan arrived at Daotai Prefecture.
As soon as he stepped out of the carriage.
He saw the Song family members waiting for him.
Song Linhui, along with his wives and concubines, sons and daughters, were waiting there.
Showing their respect for Chen Nan.
In addition, there were the patriarchs of two families who were on good terms with the Song family.
They were the Wei family and the Xu family.
They were all influential wealthy merchants in Guangling Prefecture.
Each of them possessed wealth that could rival a nation.
The reason Song Linhui invited members of the Wei and Xu families to be present.
Ultimately, it was to have them serve as witnesses.
That Chen Nan’s death in the Song family was purely accidental.
And had nothing to do with the Song family.
Of course.
There was also the girl Chen Nan wished to see.
The maiden was as delicate as a willow, her small face as fair as jade. Her black hair was tied into a small bun, adorned with a silver hairpin engraved with cloud patterns. She wore a long, water-blue dress.
Her bright eyes were filled with anticipation and excitement, giving her an air of delicate beauty.
Seeing Song Ziwei again after several months of separation.
Chen Nan’s heart was also filled with excitement.
After all, this was the longest period the host had ever been separated from Song Ziwei.
“Young Master, you’ve finally arrived!”
Song Ziwei, like a swift bird, rushed into Chen Nan’s embrace.
Her hot tears wet Chen Nan’s clothes.
Making him feel exceptionally grounded.
Though unspoken, her actions conveyed her longing.
Watching Song Ziwei, disregarding the presence of so many people, embrace Chen Nan publicly.
Song Feiyang, Song Linhui’s eldest son, had a grim expression and said in a low voice, “This damned girl is truly becoming more and more unruly.”
“She’s actually embracing that Chen fellow in front of everyone!”
In the eyes of aristocratic families.
Unmarried women were expected to be extremely careful about their conduct and speech.
They should avoid any physical contact with men.
Song Ziwei’s current behavior had already caused dissatisfaction among many.
A strong killing intent rose in Song Linhui’s heart, but he could not show anger at this moment.
He feigned a casual demeanor and said, “Chen Nan and Ziwei grew up together since childhood. Although they are not related by blood, they are closer than family. It is natural for family members to embrace each other upon reunion.”
The second son, Song Feipeng, said, “Father is right.”
“But compared to embracing Chen Nan in public.”
“I find it even harder to accept this damned girl calling Chen Nan ‘Young Master’.”
“She is, after all, a child of our Song family.”
“How can she lower herself in such a manner?”
“Did she consider our Song family’s reputation when she called Chen Nan ‘Young Master’?”
Song Linhui glared fiercely at his son.
You worthless piece of trash.
Do you think I don’t know this is embarrassing?
Some things are understood by everyone.
Why do you have to say them out loud?
Are you trying to make me angrier?
Why do you have to add fuel to the fire?
“How have you been living at the Song family during this time?” Chen Nan looked at the girl in his arms, who was crying tears of joy. After months of separation, she appeared a little thinner.
“I’m fine. I don’t worry about food or clothing, and I have maids to serve me.” Song Ziwei forced a smile.
For her, perhaps life had changed.
But this luxurious life was perhaps not what she desired.
Because in gaining something.
She was destined to lose something else.
Since she came to the Song family.
She had gradually forgotten how to smile.
Chen Nan caressed her head with a heartache: “Don’t worry, now that I’m here, I will protect you from any harm.”
“Whoever dares to bully you.”
“Will be my enemy, Chen Nan.”
“And an enemy of the Demon Suppression Division.”
He did not lower his voice.
But was sending a very unfriendly message to the Song family.
As long as you dare to bully Song Ziwei.
You are my enemy.
Even if you are the Song family, it doesn’t matter.
“Nephew, you are too serious. Ziwei is my daughter. We in the Song family dote on her, how could we possibly bully her?” Song Linhui walked forward, a warm smile on his face.
This was a typical two-faced person.
He had attacked Chen Nan fiercely in court, arranging for him to be the Director of the Demon Suppression Division.
But in private, he called him nephew.
Appearing very cordial and approachable.
Although Chen Nan disliked such people.
He couldn’t make a scene out of respect for Song Ziwei.
“Junior Chen Nan pays his respects to Uncle Song!” He bowed and greeted Song Linhui as a junior.
Regardless of their relationship in court.
They were now in private.
To put it bluntly.
He still had to put on an act.
Not for anyone else.
Only for Song Ziwei.
“We are not strangers, there’s no need for such formality.”
“Come, come, please come inside the mansion. I have already ordered a splendid banquet to be prepared!”
“Tonight, we will not go home until we are drunk!” Song Linhui said with a warm smile, but the killing intent in his heart grew stronger.
As long as you enter the Song family.
You will never leave alive!