"Nangong Yi, is it worth it?"
"Didn't you also say there was only a chance? What if there isn't? Are you going to be a eunuch for life?" Qin Shengnan retorted.
That's right.
The two people appearing before Qin Shengnan were none other than Nangong Yi.
A while ago, Nangong Yi's limbs were crippled by Zhang Yang, and Liao Zixia had only helped to heal his arms and legs.
As for the third leg, Liao Zixia wasn't without means.
He simply found it disgusting and didn't want to.
However.
At that time, Qin Shengnan had also found someone else for Nangong Yi.
That person was none other than the Poison Doctor Old Woman from the Poison Doctor Sect.
The Poison Doctor Old Woman owed Qin Shengnan a favor.
She naturally wouldn't refuse to treat Nangong Yi's third leg.
Originally, Qin Shengnan had only wanted Nangong Ting and Nangong Yi, siblings, to owe her a favor and help her deal with Zhang Yang.
Who would have thought.
By a twist of fate, it turned out to be a fulfillment for Nangong Yi.
He actually managed to get the Poison Doctor Old Woman to take Nangong Yi as her disciple.
Moreover, judging by Nangong Yi's current aura, the Poison Doctor Old Woman had clearly put a lot of effort into him.
Otherwise.
How could Nangong Yi have reached the same realm as herself in such a short period?
Qin Shengnan's thoughts raced.
She glanced at the old man in black beside Nangong Yi.
She seemed to understand something.
It seemed...
The Poison Doctor Sect was also going to get involved in the affairs of Jiangnan City this time.
"As long as I can get revenge and wash away the humiliation, nothing is not worth it." Nangong Yi shook his head slightly, his eyes filled with anger.
Upon his return this time, he first went back to the provincial capital.
He informed his grandfather about the follow-up matters his master had entrusted to him.
After making all the arrangements, he then set off for Jiangnan City.
In addition,
Upon returning to the provincial capital, Nangong Yi also learned that Nangong Wu had suffered a blood qi collapse because of him.
This made him hate Zhang Yang even more.
"Truly courageous. It seems the Nangong family is about to rise." Qin Shengnan clapped her hands in applause.
"Save the flattery. We should be heading up the mountain."
Nangong Yi's expression was calm as he strode towards Lingtai Temple on the mountain.
The old man beside him followed silently.
Qin Shengnan also followed closely.
The three of them walked towards Lingtai Temple together.
Qin Shengnan and the other two were extraordinary individuals.
In a short while, they arrived at the entrance of Lingtai Temple.
At this moment.
The abbot of Lingtai Temple, dressed in a kasaya, had been waiting at the entrance for a long time.
Tonight.
The abbot of Lingtai Temple's benevolent expression was gone, and he was not wearing his prayer beads.
A Nine-Tined Zen Staff stood three feet in front of him.
"Amitabha, why do the three benefactors visit Lingtai Temple so late at night?" the abbot asked.
"Are you sure?" Nangong Yi didn't answer, looking at Qin Shengnan and asking.
"Absolutely sure. Han Zhengye must have known the inside story of that incident back then." Qin Shengnan replied.
Nangong Yi nodded.
Then, he turned to the old man in black beside him and said respectfully.
"Elder, I'll trouble you then."
The old man in black nodded and stepped forward silently.
With each step he took, his imposing aura grew stronger.
When he reached the abbot of Lingtai Temple, his aura had reached its peak.
This awe-inspiring aura.
It was no less than that of the Red Robe Elder of the Seven Kill Sect.
Qin Shengnan secretly took note of this, calculating in her mind.
"Monk, since you are waiting for us here, you should know our purpose. Hand over Han Zhengye quickly, lest Lingtai Temple suffer a catastrophe," said the old man in black.
The abbot of Lingtai Temple's eyes were grave. The old man in black standing before him was very strong.
He was the strongest person he had seen in Jiangnan City in recent years.
It seemed...
Those forces that coveted Jiangnan City back then were planning to make a comeback?
"Amitabha, the three benefactors have arrived late. Benefactor Han is no longer in Lingtai Temple," the abbot said, bringing his palms together in a bow.
Not here?
The old man in black narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at Nangong Yi for confirmation.
"Qin Shengnan, is this monk telling the truth or lying?" Nangong Yi asked in a deep voice.
"A few days ago, Han Zhengye was almost killed by the Han family. Later, he was rescued by the monks of Lingtai Temple. He must still be recuperating here," Qin Shengnan confirmed with her eyes narrowed.
However, she was slightly surprised that the precept of not lying among monks had been broken.
It seemed that the abbot of Lingtai Temple also had his own agenda.
"Elder, since this bald donkey is lying, let's just force our way in," Nangong Yi said.
The old man in black nodded silently, his internal energy surging.
Dust swirled around them, and he rapidly charged towards the abbot of Lingtai Temple.
"Lingtai Temple is a pure land of Buddhism. Since the three benefactors are so disrespectful, do not blame this old monk for transforming into a Vajra Asura!" The abbot of Lingtai Temple's expression turned grim.
Knowing that there was no way to avoid it, he could only choose to fight!
Instantly.
The abbot of Lingtai Temple, unwilling to be outdone, took a step forward.
He quickly grabbed the Nine-Tined Zen Staff planted on the ground and charged towards the old man in black.
Boom~
In an instant.
Outside Lingtai Temple, powerful collisions of internal energy erupted.
The ripples of internal energy echoed throughout Lingtai Mountain, scattering the animals dwelling in the mountains like birds and beasts.
This battle lasted for a long time.
It was not until dawn, when the sky was dimly lit, that the three of them descended the mountain.
At this time.
The old man in black beside Nangong Yi was no longer as composed as he was when he ascended the mountain. His face was pale and he looked somewhat weak.
The abbot of Lingtai Temple was not much better off. The abbot's kasaya he wore was already tattered.
Even the Nine-Tined Zen Staff had been damaged during the confrontation.
However, it was worth mentioning that judging from the expressions of Qin Shengnan and Nangong Yi.
After this battle.
Qin Shengnan and Nangong Yi had obtained the information they wanted.
"It seems our deductions were correct. Should we proceed with the next step of the plan?" Qin Shengnan said.
Nangong Yi chuckled and nodded silently.
After finalizing their plans, the three parted ways.
Before leaving last night.
Qin Shengnan knew that many people in Jiangnan City were looking for her.
Therefore, the car she drove was not her own, and she was not worried about being traced.
As for herself...
She had disguised herself while returning to the city.
Afterward.
She swaggered back into the Qin family.
At this time.
The most dangerous place was precisely the safest place.
Qin Shengnan's return went unnoticed by anyone.
Upon returning to the old Qin family mansion, Qin Shengnan immediately found the Old Master Qin.
"Grandpa, I'm back," Qin Shengnan said.
However, the word "Grandpa" was devoid of any emotion, sounding very stiff.
The Old Master Qin, who had not slept all night, was already frantic.
Seeing Qin Shengnan appear, he immediately said sternly.
"You still know to come back! Shengnan, what have you done? The entire Jiangnan City has become a place of extreme tension because of you!"
"The Guan family, and the Luo family, have called and visited me multiple times. The Dragon Group has also come several times, and people from the Fengyun Association are guarding the entrance twenty-four hours a day!"
"Do you know the pressure the Qin family is under right now? And you still dare to return to the Qin family!"
All night, Old Master Qin had been on edge.
He was very curious about what Qin Shengnan had done to make the Qin family the target of public criticism.
However.
Old Master Qin's nervousness.
In Qin Shengnan's eyes, it was extremely disdainful.
She thought to herself, the older one gets, the more afraid of death they become.
Qin Shengnan had no intention of offering any explanation. Instead, she threw a bombshell at Old Master Qin.
"Grandpa, this is an opportunity for the Qin family to dominate Jiangnan City."
"If successful, then forces like the Fengyun Association will only be fit to grovel before the Qin family."
"The title of the Three Heroes of Jiangnan can also be removed, and the Dragon Group in Jiangnan City will no longer be a sword hanging over the Qin family's heart."
"The opportunity is right in front of you now. It depends on whether you dare."
What!?
Qin Shengnan's bombshell truly shook Old Master Qin three times in succession.
The Qin family dominating Jiangnan City?
Was this even possible?
Was it realistic?
"Shengnan, what exactly do you want to do?" Old Master Qin's expression was uncertain.
However, what Qin Shengnan said was too tempting for Old Master Qin to refuse.
"Of course..."
Qin Shengnan chuckled and revealed her entire plan.
In this situation, Qin Shengnan was not worried that the old man would refuse.
...
About an hour later.
Qin Shengnan left Old Master Qin's room and returned to her own room to rest.
Meanwhile, Old Master Qin had already begun to act.
Clearly, Qin Shengnan's plan had moved him.
...
That afternoon.
A full twenty-four hours had passed since Han Xiyao's disappearance.
Up to this point.
The various forces searching for Han Xiyao had not found any clues.
Both Qin Shengnan and Han Xiyao had vanished into thin air.
Zhang Yang was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, pacing back and forth.
Finally, he could no longer sit still and decided to go to the Qin family himself.
Zhang Yang planned to control Qin Shengnan's relatives to force Qin Shengnan to show herself!
However.
Just as he was about to leave, Shen Ling called him first.
"Zhang Yang, hurry over to the company. Something has happened at the company! People from the Qin family are here!"
"And they have a share transfer agreement signed and sealed by Han Xiyao."
Han Xiyao's personal signature!
And a handprint!
Zhang Yang's anger intensified.
The Qin family!
Han Xiyao's disappearance was indeed your doing!
Half an hour later, Zhang Yang arrived at Han's Group.
He found that many unfamiliar faces had appeared at the company.
The leader was an old man.
Beside him were clerks carrying laptops and files, as well as a group of black-clad bodyguards.
"Zhang Yang, you're here."
Seeing Zhang Yang arrive, Shen Ling immediately walked up and said.
"That's the head of the Qin family. They are here to take over the management of Han's affairs."
"Has anyone checked the fingerprints? Is the signature confirmed to be Xiyao's handwriting?" Zhang Yang asked.
Shen Ling nodded.
"The inspection department has checked it, and it is indeed Xiyao's. The fingerprints and handwriting match."
Hearing this.
Zhang Yang's killing intent suddenly emerged, and he strode towards Old Master Qin.
"Old man, what exactly did you do to Xiyao? Hurry up and let her go!" Zhang Yang roared.
Old Master Qin raised his eyelids slightly and snorted coldly.
"Hmph, how dare a mere youngster be so disrespectful to this old man? Apologize to me immediately, or that girl Han Xiyao will..."
Although Old Master Qin didn't finish his sentence.
The threat was already very clear.
"Old man, aren't you afraid I'll kill you?" Zhang Yang roared.
Old Master Qin was unfazed and chuckled, "Heh heh, you want to kill me? Then go ahead and try."
"You..." Zhang Yang was instantly enraged.
He clenched his fists but made no move.
There was no way.
With Han Xiyao in the opponent's hands, Zhang Yang dared not act rashly.
"What? Afraid to make a move? Then kneel and apologize." Old Master Qin said disdainfully.
"Of course, if you don't want to apologize, that's fine. But whether Han Xiyao will suffer any harm, this old man can't guarantee."
Seeing that Zhang Yang was indeed as Qin Shengnan had said, Old Master Qin's arrogance grew even more pronounced than before.
"Can you afford to make me kneel and apologize?" Zhang Yang said in a deep voice.
"Heh heh, this old man has lived a long life. Stop threatening me. Kneel or not, it's your choice." Old Master Qin said coldly.
Zhang Yang remained silent, staring at him with icy eyes.
Old Master Qin took out his phone and made a gesture as if he were making a call.
"Zhang Yang, you have three counts. Three, two..."
As Old Master Qin's "one" was about to fall.
Zhang Yang could only grit his teeth and choose to compromise.
With a bang, he knelt on one knee.
However.
Old Master Qin was not satisfied with Zhang Yang kneeling on one knee.
He said again.
"You might not have understood what I meant. I said kneel on both knees."
"Old man, you..."
"Zhang Yang, you are not qualified to negotiate with me now. Of course, you can try to kill me. This old man has lived a long life anyway."
"..."
With Han Xiyao held hostage, even though Zhang Yang had countless thoughts, he could only choose to compromise.
With a bang, he knelt on both knees.
Seeing this, Old Master Qin burst into laughter.
He boldly walked up to Zhang Yang and looked down at him from above.
"Hahaha, you're sensible."
"Remember, from today onwards, Han's will be managed by the Qin family. None of you are allowed to interfere."
"Especially regarding the matters of the old residential areas. If I find out you interfere, then Han Xiyao will be in danger."
"..."
Zhang Yang stared at the departing figure with gritted teeth and roared in anger.
"Bastard, just you wait!"
"Zhang Yang, why didn't you hold him hostage just now? Maybe you could have exchanged for Xiyao." Shen Ling said after thinking.
"Things are not that simple," Zhang Yang shook his head.
Last night, he had spoken with Qin Shengnan on the phone, and she had denied controlling Han Xiyao.
Moreover, she had voluntarily given up the opportunity to demand the token from him.
But.
Today, the situation had suddenly changed.
The old man from the Qin family had come out to admit that Han Xiyao was in their hands.
He had even threatened him not to interfere with the development of the old residential areas.
It seemed that both Qin Shengnan and the Qin family had significant ambitions.
However...
Zhang Yang was somewhat confused.
The Qin family was so brazenly interfering with the development of the old residential areas.
Did the Guan and Luo families not know about this?
This answer was soon made clear.
Zhang Yang's phone rang.
As soon as he answered, Luo Yiren's panicked voice immediately came through.
"Zhang Yang, something has happened to the Luo family. The Old Master told me to tell you to bring the Dragon Group to help!"
What!?
After Luo Yiren finished speaking in a hurry, as if afraid of being discovered, she immediately hung up.
And the next moment.
Guan Fenghua's plea for help also came in.
The gist was the same as Luo Yiren's. The Guan family was in danger and asked Zhang Yang to help!
"Qin Shengnan, Qin family, you truly have some skills!" Zhang Yang roared.
With both the Guan and Luo families in trouble simultaneously, Zhang Yang was unable to be in two places at once.
No matter who he went to save, the other family would face greater risks.
Moreover...
Zhang Yang felt that there seemed to be something else waiting for him.
But no matter what, the Guan and Luo families had to be saved!
Not a single one of them could be harmed!