naaapseattle Chapter 1415 - 634: The Stable
Chapter 1415 - 634: The Stable
Zhang Mansion.
No matter how big a commotion it is outside.
No matter how much the Foolish Underworld wants to catch the criminal.
On the territory of the Ten Major Families, they dare not make any rash moves.
Therefore, inside the Zhang Mansion, it’s as calm as can be, completely different from the uproar outside.
"Please wait a moment, gentlemen."
Fang Yu was dressed in dusty clothes, with a cloth wrapped around his face, looking like a merchant who traveled far and wide.
Though received by a servant of the Zhang Mansion, standing in the courtyard, Fang Yu was still worried about his identity being exposed.
This wasn’t outside, but within the Zhang Family, one of the Ten Major Families. It wouldn’t be surprising if some old geezer popped up and suppressed him on the spot.
Fang Yu felt nervous, thankfully he wasn’t alone in this place.
Nearest to him was Shen Heilian, who was dressed similarly and was yawning boredly, feeling quite relaxed.
Standing next to Shen Heilian was Old Man Huan Miyun, who had once attacked the Forest Snake Gang, along with Qiu Xiaoping’s trusted aides and others leading horses from the Rebel Army.
These people, plus Fang Yu himself, comprised this roving trade caravan.
Fang Yu felt a bit puzzled.
During the lockdown of Thunder City, amidst the phase where the Foolish Underworld was conducting a city-wide manhunt, why would such a trade caravan suddenly appear? Isn’t Zhang Mansion at all suspicious? On guard?
Just as he was pondering...
"Tuo Leizha!"
A hearty voice suddenly rang out.
Fang Yu quickly turned his head to see a dozen people hurriedly approaching, led by a person with a broad smile.
[Zhang Xiaozhi: 100/100.]
High EQ: Haven’t seen such a pure health bar in a long time.
Low EQ: Which little Karami are you?
However, the followers behind this guy each had 4-5 thousand combat power, quite remarkable.
"Hahaha! Tuo Leizha, you’re finally back! When did you arrive at Thunder City, why didn’t you contact me first!"
Zhang Xiaozhi had a small beard on his chin, though looking in his early forties, he still had a handsome appearance, hinting at how good-looking he was in his youth.
Seeing this guy with open arms, ready to hug, Fang Yu suddenly didn’t know how to respond.
Qiu Xiaoping only mentioned that someone would meet them at Zhang Mansion but didn’t say who or how.
Should he be enthusiastic now? Or act natural?
Just as he cleared his throat to join the act, Zhang Xiaozhi had already hugged Fang Yu and patted his back firmly.
"Good brother! Hahahaha! How many years hasn’t it been? Five or six years, right? Strange, when did you become so calm? Can’t you recognize me?"
After a few laughs, Zhang Xiaozhi seemed to sense something was off.
Reaching out, he tried to remove Fang Yu’s face cloth.
Fang Yu immediately felt his heart skip a beat...
The next moment, a voice with a slightly strange accent sounded beside Fang Yu.
"Because you’ve got the wrong person, Tuo Leizha Xiao."
Swish—
Fang Yu and Zhang Xiaozhi simultaneously turned to the person beside them.
[Shu Tianmu: 5000/5000.]
Qiu Xiaoping’s arranged confidante?
Wait a minute! Aren’t you called Shu Tianmu...
What’s going on with you two?
Fang Yu was somewhat dumbfounded, but Shu Tianmu had already removed his dust mask, revealing a face with some crow’s feet and a gentle smile. It was clear she was a looker in her youth, but time is unforgiving.
"Hahaha! I wondered why you were so silent earlier, turns out it was a case of mistaken identity! My apologies! My apologies!"
Patting Fang Yu’s shoulder, Zhang Xiaozhi turned to converse with Shu Tianmu.
Occasionally, keywords like ’a few years ago’ and ’once we’ popped up, making Fang Yu even more confused.
Is she the real deal?
Does she have some connection with this Zhang Family guy? Yet, she joined the Rebel Army and became a high-ranking officer...
Upon closer listening, Fang Yu realized this Shu Tianmu lied with ease, recounting various encounters and experiences over the years as if they were true stories.
A lying expert with specialized talents similar to lock-picking? What kind of subordinates does Qiu Xiaoping usually recruit...
The two were engrossed in conversation, seemingly forgetting Fang Yu and the others. Only when Shu Tianmu glanced inadvertently did she pause in speaking.
"You all, follow Tuo Leizha’s men and deliver the goods I’ve prepared to his room."
"What goods?" Zhang Xiaozhi immediately showed interest.
Shu Tianmu smiled mysteriously: "A se~cret~"
The tone had a girlish feel, and Fang Yu saw a momentary daze flash across Shu Tianmu’s face.
"Alright, alright! I love surprises like this. What are you all standing around for? Lead the way for Tuo Leizha’s men!"
Towards Shu Tianmu, Zhang Xiaozhi was gentle and amiable, but his attitude swiftly turned tyrannical towards his own servants.
"Yes, Young Master Zhi!"
Obeying orders, the group started to lead Fang Yu and the others away, but Shu Tianmu suddenly added.
"Wait a minute! De, Lian, you two take our camels to the stable for some feeding and care. I don’t trust the people of Great Xia to feed camels properly."
Fang Yu was momentarily unresponsive, but Shen Heilian immediately turned around, performed a special gesture to Shu Tianmu, and began to lead the camels from others, giving Fang Yu a subtle look.
Fang Yu naturally followed suit, while Zhang Xiaozhi’s men began leading the way for the two.
"The stable is this way, please follow closely, you two."