"When is 'another day'?" Xing Yuan wanted a precise answer.
She had never felt so frustrated. After so many days, she hadn't even managed to get close to her sister. How could she possibly bring her home quickly?
Fortunately, her status in this world was not low. After her blatant declaration of ownership, few people would dare to offend her by making things difficult for her sister.
Perhaps she should revert to her female identity and first gain her sister's favor? Xing Yuan secretly pondered the feasibility of this plan.
However, she would have to wait a while before using this method. With so many eyes on her now, revealing her identity at this moment would lead to too many troublesome matters later on.
Fang Xiyue felt uncomfortable being stared at like this. But she was wearing a mask now, so it didn't show.
"Wait, until the end of the month! I'll definitely go then!" Fang Xiyue didn't believe Xing Yuan could last that long. She had seen many people like her; they would lose interest in her after a few days at most. Of course, she dared to say this.
"Good! It's settled then!" Xing Yuan said eagerly. She had finally gotten a hint of a concession, and she couldn't let her have a chance to go back on her word.
"Mm!" Fang Xiyue nodded. She had always kept her promises. If this person could truly last a month, she would be willing to befriend him.
Xing Yuan, having received the promise, left happily.
She had met with Qi Wen frequently these past few days. The matters that needed discussion and the arrangements to be made had already been agreed upon between them. Of course, it wasn't just them; all the warlords were striving to gain more benefits and had formed alliances with each other.
Soon, it was time for the warlords to gather and discuss the distribution of the unclaimed territories.
The location was set at Sheng Lou, the highest point in Hai City. Standing at the top, one could overlook the entire city, making it a significant spectacle of Hai City.
Xing Yuan arrived not too late. Each warlord had their own plans. Their subordinates, dressed in various military uniforms and armed, guarded Sheng Lou from the outside. Any slight disturbance could lead to a clash between the factions at any moment.
This was also a form of intangible deterrence. It showcased their strength to other factions while also preventing innocent people from getting caught in the crossfire.
As soon as Xing Yuan entered, she felt a burning gaze.
Xing Yuan looked around and finally found the owner of the gaze on the second floor. It was a woman dressed in a very flamboyant and eye-catching manner.
Based on the information she had gathered during this time, Xing Yuan recognized her as Yu Qingye's daughter, Yu Qianyun, the current temporary leader of Hai City.
Xing Yuan couldn't help but frown. She was certain she didn't know this person, so why was Yu Qianyun always looking at her with a mournful expression, as if Xing Yuan had let her down?
The meeting couldn't start as not everyone had arrived.
Before Xing Yuan could decide whether to go and ask Yu Qianyun, the latter approached her first.
Yu Qianyun, looking nervous, pulled Xing Yuan into a corner and whispered, "Why are you here? It's very dangerous. Go back first, and I'll find you in a few days."
Xing Yuan listened to these strange words with complete bewilderment, then realized something and tentatively asked, "Do you know my name? Are you mistaken?"
Yu Qianyun looked at her with confusion, as if Xing Yuan was asking a question she already knew the answer to, but still replied, "Of course I do. You're Su Xingchen. Don't worry, with your looks, I'd recognize you at a glance. There's no mistake."
A flicker of understanding flashed in Xing Yuan's eyes. It seemed this person knew her cheap elder brother! Although the Xing family had always speculated about Xing Chen's appearance when grown based on Xing Yuan's current looks, they knew in their hearts that even if they were twins, there would still be significant differences in their appearances. But now Xing Yuan realized something: her brother's face must have been very similar to hers, otherwise, she wouldn't have been mistaken for him.
This was not the time for further discussion, so Xing Yuan gracefully took a step back, creating distance.
"Miss Yu, I'm afraid I'm not the person you're referring to. You've made a mistake. My name is Xing Chen, but I'm from Xingyu City and only recently arrived in Hai City."
Yu Qianyun's eyes were full of doubt. "This, how is that possible?"
No, perhaps they weren't the same person. Before, she had never considered that two people could look so alike. Now, observing closely, their temperaments were indeed somewhat different.
Although she still had some doubts, Yu Qianyun calmed down. Her tone carried an apology, "I was mistaken, but you look very much like a friend of mine!"
Xing Yuan said in a joking tone, "Really? Then perhaps Miss Yu could introduce me to that person next time? Maybe we're long-lost brothers!"
"Hey, what are you guys doing? Where's the vodka I asked for? Why hasn't it been delivered yet?" a middle-aged man in a military uniform, with a stout build, shouted impatiently.
Yu Qianyun gave Xing Yuan an apologetic smile and hurried off to placate the guest.
Yu Qianyun maintained a polite smile, "Yes, we're getting it now. Please wait a moment."
The middle-aged man snorted. He glanced at the wary individuals around him and ultimately didn't press the issue further.
Qi Wen saw Xing Yuan and quickly walked over, greeting her, "Brother Xing Chen, you're quite early!"
"Mm!" Xing Yuan instinctively dodged the enthusiastic Qi Wen.
After interacting with him for a few days, she had fully realized the extent of Qi Wen's enthusiasm. If she showed him even a little kindness now, he wouldn't hesitate to trick her later.
Qi Wen noticed Xing Yuan's wariness but didn't take it to heart. Who among those present today was not a formidable figure? Those without any capability would have long since perished.
"Hey! Don't be so distant. We'll be cooperating later," Qi Wen said, making a move to put his arm around Xing Yuan's neck.
Xing Yuan grabbed his hand, "Cooperation is fine! But mind the boundaries!"
As the two were "joking around," two more people entered.
As soon as one of them entered, his gaze was drawn to Xing Yuan. If he remembered correctly, this was the person he had been searching for for many years.
While not exactly an enemy, the person had been a thorn in his side. In his dreams, he always longed to resolve this matter.
He walked directly to Xing Yuan's side and then, without hesitation, threw a punch.
Xing Yuan dodged by shifting her body.
"What is the meaning of this, sir?" Qi Wen's expression darkened. Attacking his partner in front of him showed a lack of respect.
"Major General Qi, this is none of your business! This is a personal grievance between us two. Please do not interfere." This person clearly knew Qi Wen, and his gaze towards Qi Wen carried a clear hint of apprehension.
This person had clearly latched onto Qi Wen's influence, no wonder he dared to appear so openly!