“Alright, it’s settled then.”
Upon hearing this, Dongfang Mingyue agreed readily without hesitation.
He then glanced at Ye Cangtian again, pondered for a moment, and asked, “I’d like to meet that old man. Can you introduce me?”
Someone who could render Bai Sulan completely defenseless, and for whom the Bai family wouldn't dare seek revenge, had to be at least a Heaven-level expert.
If that were the case, she, as the leader of the Hidden Group, felt it necessary to get acquainted.
It would be ideal if he could be utilized by the Hidden Group, and if not, at least a good relationship should be maintained.
“Yes, no problem.”
“However, it’s getting late today. Let’s discuss it in a couple of days. I also need to consult the elder’s wishes beforehand…”
Ye Cangtian saw through Dongfang Mingyue’s intentions at a glance. He pondered for a moment and then spoke.
After all, such matters couldn't be decided by him alone.
“Good! I’ll await your news.”
Dongfang Mingyue nodded, replied, and then disappeared into the night.
…
Late at night.
The Bai family mansion was brightly lit.
More than a dozen experts gathered in the courtyard.
These were all Bai family members, the heads of various branches, and possessed extraordinary strength.
Their faces were flushed red as they discussed something.
“Patriarch, isn't that Dongfang girl going too far? Even when you showed up, she didn’t give you any face. Where does that leave our Bai family’s reputation?”
“Exactly! Our Bai family shed blood and sweat for China without a second thought, only to be outmatched by some kid and an old man. It’s truly disheartening…”
“Patriarch, I’m not saying this to criticize you, but you should have taken over the Hidden Group back then. You insisted on stepping down, and now look, that girl can ride all over us!”
“Indeed! I think we can’t tolerate this any longer. Let’s overthrow her…”
More than a dozen Bai family disciples expressed their opinions angrily.
They were extremely furious at Dongfang Mingyue’s actions today.
Although Bai Yuanhang had broken the rules, with Bai Zhenshan and all the Bai family members present, couldn't Dongfang Mingyue show a little consideration?
But what was the result?
Bai Zhenshan was rebuked on the spot by Dongfang Mingyue, losing all face.
One must remember that Bai Zhenshan was the Patriarch of the Bai family! If he lost face, it meant everyone in the Bai family lost face.
Coupled with the matter of Bai Yuanhang and Bai Sulan in the same bed, how could the Bai family ever hold their heads high again?
*Bang!*
The scene was chaotic. Suddenly, Bai Zhenshan slammed the table fiercely, and the stone table instantly shattered into pieces.
“All of you, quiet down!”
Bai Zhenshan’s face was flushed red, and rage erupted from his eyes.
Being completely suppressed by a mere girl, he also felt utterly humiliated.
However, if this were to lead him to rebellion, that was absolutely impossible. The ideology of loyalty to China and the Hidden Group was already etched into his bones.
But enduring it silently was also not realistic.
Now, Dongfang Mingyue, with her wings not yet fully formed, had already made him lose face.
If this continued, how many people in the Hidden Group would still remember him? Wouldn't they all turn to Dongfang Mingyue?
At that time, wouldn’t the Bai family be at Dongfang Mingyue's mercy?
Thinking this, he scanned the people around him. Seeing that everyone had quieted down and their gazes were focused on him, he slowly began to speak.
“Although this matter lacks a proper justification, for the sake of the Bai family’s prestige and future, I’ve decided not to endure any longer. Here’s what we’ll do…”
Bai Zhenshan gathered everyone and spoke in a low voice.
Upon hearing this, everyone nodded and then left the room.
…
Early morning sunlight poured down, illuminating everything.
Ye Cangtian slowly woke up from his slumber, stretched his limbs, quickly washed up, and walked out of the Hidden Group's guesthouse.
Since he had promised Dongfang Mingyue, he had to follow through.
Soon, he headed towards the great river.
In the early morning, a hazy white mist rose from the great river, spreading outwards.
Ye Cangtian saw a figure from afar. He was sitting by the bank, wearing a straw cape and a bamboo hat, motionless, letting the dew drip down.
Wasn’t that the mysterious old man fishing?
“Why are you here again?”
“Did you succeed?”
The old man, without turning his head, sensed Ye Cangtian and spoke slowly.
Hearing this, Ye Cangtian’s old face blushed. As he approached, he chuckled and said, “Not yet. I’ve come this time to discuss something with the elder.”
“Hmm? What is it?”
The old man then turned to look at Ye Cangtian, his gaze filled with doubt.
Seeing this, Ye Cangtian quickly said, “Dongfang Mingyue of the Hidden Group heard that the elder is exceptionally powerful and wishes to pay a visit. I wonder what the elder thinks?”
“No!”
The old man’s eyes flickered, and he immediately waved his hand, saying.
“…”
Ye Cangtian hadn't expected such a direct refusal and was momentarily stunned, but he wasn’t ready to give up.
After pondering for a moment, he continued, “Elder, Mingyue…”
Before he could finish, Ye Cangtian’s voice abruptly stopped.
This was because the old man had turned his head, his gaze incredibly gloomy, and even a powerful aura emanated from him, clearly indicating he was truly angered.
“Boy, don’t pester me about decisions I’ve made!”
“If you linger too much, I’ll get annoyed, and you’ll be the one to suffer!”
“So, if you have nothing else, scram and go back to cultivate!”
The old man’s voice echoed, and Ye Cangtian’s face turned awkward.
He thought he had a good relationship with the old man, but he didn’t expect the old man to give him no face at all, even directly asking him to leave…
“Elder, don’t get agitated!”
“If you don’t want to see outsiders, I won’t mention it. How about I catch fish for you as an apology?”
Ye Cangtian, with his thick skin, quickly chuckled and said.
“Hmph! That’s more like it!”
The old man snorted lightly, and his expression softened.
…
At the same time.
In the office of Dongfang Mingyue in the Hidden Group, a woman stood before the desk and murmured softly.
This woman had been dispatched by Dongfang Mingyue to monitor the Bai family.
The Bai family was too powerful. After yesterday's incident, Dongfang Mingyue was worried that the Bai family would outwardly obey but inwardly resist, so she specifically sent someone to secretly monitor them.
Therefore, the person returned to report early this morning.
“What? You’re saying the Bai family mobilized over ten experts?”
Dongfang Mingyue slammed the table, her face turning ashen.
There hadn't been any major events in Dragon City recently, nor had the Hidden Group assigned any tasks. The Bai family shouldn’t have any significant movements.
Yet, now so many experts were mobilized. It was clear they were targeting the old man by the river, or Ye Cangtian.
The next moment, Dongfang Mingyue, without a word, rushed out of the office.
…
Dongfang Mingyue was not the only one to receive the news. Yuwen Chengji, who lived on the outskirts of Dragon City, also learned of it.
Shuang Chi had informed Yuwen Chengji of everything.
“You mean the Bai family is going to make a move on that old man?”
“And coincidentally, Ye Cangtian also went to the riverbank this morning?”
Yuwen Chengji looked at Shuang Chi in confusion. This was likely no coincidence, but rather the Bai family’s attempt to kill two birds with one stone, seeking to regain face and teach Ye Cangtian a lesson.
Shuang Chi nodded repeatedly, saying, “Yes, I believe this is an excellent opportunity. We can be the mantis stalking the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind…”
Ever since Yuwen Chengji returned from his mission, Shuang Chi had noticed that his fighting spirit had diminished considerably.
Previously, upon hearing Ye Cangtian’s name, he would have been eager to tear him limb from limb. But after returning, he became very calm, with a hint of helplessness in his calmness.
He looked as if he had already accepted that he was no match for Ye Cangtian and that revenge was hopeless.
Therefore, Shuang Chi had been trying to persuade Yuwen Chengji to find a way to get revenge these past few days, but it had never succeeded. Now that an opportunity had presented itself, he didn’t want to miss it again.
Listening to Shuang Chi, Yuwen Chengji frowned.
Could the Bai family really succeed?
The Bai family was indeed strong, and Bai Zhenshan was also a Heaven-level expert. But let’s not forget, that mysterious old man who was fishing was also rumored to be of the same realm.
If Bai Zhenshan was tied up by the old man, could the remaining Bai family members deal with Ye Cangtian?
Yuwen Chengji wasn't sure, because Ye Cangtian gave him an impression of being too powerful. Perhaps no one below Heaven-level could match him.
However, if they could truly be like an oriole, there might be a chance.
Thinking this, he looked at Shuang Chi and said, “Let’s set off immediately, but we’ll see if there’s an opportunity. If not, we’ll give up…”
Upon hearing this, Shuang Chi slowly nodded. Being cautious was good; it was better than risking his life.
…