Hearing Qin Feng enunciating the word 'young master', Ying Feiyang laughed instead of being shocked, "Ha, if that's the case, why don't you continue to treat me as Young Master Peacock and answer my questions?"
"Since young master wants to know my whereabouts, I'll tell you." Qin Feng shrugged his shoulders and said, "When the bell rang yesterday, I was indeed alerted. After I went out to check, I found out that the entire Zhi Xiao Manor was chasing after that heartless thief, Ying Feiyang. Speaking of which, this thief is really despicable. After receiving a kiss from me, he actually dared to chase after me and ask all sorts of questions. So, at that time, I wanted to hide in the path that he would definitely pass by and strike him when he passed by. Do you understand now, young master?"
Hearing this, Ying Feiyang's expression did not change, but his back broke out in a cold sweat. Qin Feng was an expert second only to Young Master Ling in the Shu Land Demon Clan. Her cultivation was higher than his, and it was said that she was good at assassination and surprise attacks. If she really hid in the dark and prepared a thunderous attack, the outcome would have been clear even before the battle.
"But who knew that young master would make a move before me and personally teach that little thief a lesson, so I continued to hide and watch the show. However, the more I watched, the more confused I became. Although young master's last Netherworld Seal had imprinted on that little thief's body, it had achieved a subtle balance with the remaining force of the Mahamayuri Mantra. It looked like a powerful sure-kill attack, but in reality, it was helping him heal the injuries of the Mahamayuri Mantra. The other demons in the manor could not see it, but I followed young master and my eyesight was not bad, so I still saw some clues. "
Although Qin Feng said it lightly, but to be able to describe Young Master Ling's exquisite technique so accurately, she must have seen it with her own eyes. Moreover, she had enough cultivation and knowledge, as well as her understanding of Young Master Ling, to be able to see the change of life and death in that instant. At this point, Ying Feiyang no longer doubted Qin Feng's words and identity.
Qin Feng continued, "Of course, it was only a guess at the beginning. I only confirmed it when young master attacked again this morning."
"Attacked again this morning?" Ying Feiyang thought to himself. He immediately knew what Qin Feng was referring to. This morning, Ying Feiyang had protected Chu Song when the pigeons in the pigeon house were attacked by the parasite. At that time, Qin Feng was beside him. Who would have thought that Qin Feng would be able to see through his flaws in that short attack? If Gongzi Ling personally acted, not only would he be able to protect Chu Song from being attacked, but even Chi Youshu would be safe.
After Qin Feng finished speaking, he spread his hands and said, "Young Master, you kept Ying Feiyang alive because you wanted to recruit him as a helper, right? What a pity that your expectations are too high. To think that I didn't expose him and even tried to cover for him, but he actually wasted his precious time on me. Now that the time limit is almost up, I still have no clue about Gu Xuanxing's whereabouts."
The more Qin Feng spoke, the angrier he became. However, Ying Feiyang didn't seem to be affected. Instead, he chuckled and said, "Not necessarily. According to what I know, Ying Feiyang has already grasped Gu Xuanren's identity!"
This time, it was Qin Feng's turn to be shocked, "Eh? Who is it? "
Ying Feiyang went forward and whispered into Qin Feng's ears. Qin Feng's eyes were initially confused, but then they widened. After Ying Feiyang finished speaking, he took a deep breath and said, "How confident are you?"
Qin Feng's address changed from "Young Master" to "you". It was obvious that she was so excited that she even forgot to act.
Ying Feiyang could only say more, "I was late just now, so I didn't have time to verify it. But I guess I'm eighty to ninety percent confident."
Qin Feng didn't believe him and said, "Since you're eighty to ninety percent confident, why are you still wasting time with me?"
Ying Feiyang said, "Previously, I was at most fifty to sixty percent confident. But after being honest with Miss Qin, I dispelled some of my doubts. That's why I'm eighty to ninety percent confident. Moreover, I need to understand Miss Qin's standpoint because there's a third party in the villa!"
"A third party?"
"That's right. There are at least three parties. There might even be a fourth and fifth party. I need to understand who is hiding behind the battle between Young Master Ling and Gu Xuanzheng. Only then can I avoid being taken advantage of."
Qin Feng closed his eyes and suppressed his fluctuating emotions. He pondered for a moment and when he opened his eyes again, he was back to his casual tone, "Since that's the case, there's not much time left. You should work harder." After he finished speaking, he turned around and was about to leave.
Ying Feiyang stopped him and said, "After saying so much, Miss Qin still isn't willing to cooperate with me?"
Qin Feng's footsteps paused. He turned around and said lazily, "I'm not my Young Master. My Young Master will bet eighty to ninety percent on you. I'm a coward and don't even dare to bet one in ten. I'll still say the same thing. You have your methods and I have mine. "
Ying Feiyang said, "The most helpless method?"
"It's also the safest method." Qin Feng added, "As for the verification that you didn't have the time to do, I've done it for you. As for the rest, we'll go our separate ways. You should hurry up. You should know that Gu Xuanxing doesn't have much time left for you, and I have even less time left for you!"
Ying Feiyang said, "Seeing that Miss Qin chose to look after Chu Song at this time, I know that Miss Qin is not lying. However, I have a word of advice for Miss Qin. "
"Go ahead, I'm listening."
"Miss, please keep a close eye on Chu Song!"
Qin Feng's expression changed slightly. Then, he put away his laziness and nodded solemnly before turning around to leave.
After she left, Miao 'er hurried over and complained, "Young Master, you actually chatted with Sister Qin Feng for so long and moved so many books. I'm so tired … Right, where are we going next?"
Ying Feiyang said, "There's still a lot to go, but we have to go to a good place first!"
- = - =
The fragrance of the wine was dense and fragrant.
In the narrow space, jars of wine were neatly arranged. Just the smell alone was enough to suffocate one. This was the wine cellar of Jinping Manor.
Ying Feiyang was in a jar of wine and flipping through an account book in front of an oil lamp. Based on the oil in the lamp, he had been in the wine cellar for some time.
"Young Master, I don't understand why we have to come to a place like this." Miao 'er seemed to be unable to stand the smell of the wine. She pinched her nose and breathed through her mouth, her voice muffled.
Ying Feiyang said as he looked, "Of course it's to look at the entry and exit records of the wine."
Miao 'er didn't understand. "What's the use of looking at wine records?"
Ying Feiyang said as he flipped through the pages, "Unless they practice Daoist fasting or Buddhist ascetic methods, they have to eat when they come as guests. A banquet without wine is not a ceremony. So, as long as we look at the entry and exit records of the wine, we will know when and who guests have come to Xiao Manor."
"Then what did Young Master see?"
"Good question. This Young Master has flipped through the records for the past fifteen years and discovered that in the past fifteen years, Han Fu has come to Xiao Manor as a guest a total of thirty-three times. Among them, Tie Shan has come with him seven times."
Miao 'er still didn't understand. She tilted her head and said, "But Young Master, you've been checking for an entire afternoon. You've used an entire afternoon to flip through so many account books, just to investigate such a small matter?"
"Although it's a small matter, it can prove many things. Seven times, exactly seven times, and the timing of each visit coincides …" Ying Feiyang seemed to be talking to Miao 'er, but more like he was talking to himself. He suddenly said, "You said it's already been an entire afternoon?"
"Isn't that so? It's almost dark outside. Another day has passed, but Young Master isn't anxious at all!"
Ying Feiyang imitated Young Master Ling's manner and said proudly, "Even if the sky is broken, it can be mended with one hand. Is there anything in this world that only makes me anxious?"
Miao 'er's eyes lit up. "Judging from Young Master's expression, you seem to have a clue?"
Ying Feiyang laughed. "Not just a clue. In the past twenty-three years, Tie Shan has only come to Xiao Manor seven times. This time, he coincidentally came and coincidentally died in Xiao Manor. Coincidentally, it was discovered that he was once the Old Toad's Gu slave. The Parasite Gu on him also coincidentally became the item that Gu Xuanzhi risked exposing himself to obtain. All these coincidences must have been caused by someone. After solving all these coincidences, the answer will naturally appear."
Miao 'er scratched her head and said, "Young Master, you're saying something I don't understand again."
Ying Feiyang gently changed the topic. "It's fine if you don't understand. This Young Master almost forgot that you've been with me for the entire day and haven't eaten anything, right? I've just finished flipping through the account books. Let's go and get a bowl of lotus seed soup with me."
"Lotus seed soup?" Miao 'er tilted her head. She remembered that Xie Anping had said at noon that he wanted to soak lotus seed soup. "Are we going to Mistress's place?"
- = - =
It was a gloomy autumn day. The sky darkened exceptionally early. Just as it was evening, Jinping Manor was already lit with countless lanterns.
As for Qingxin Little Hut — Xie Anping's former residence.
A lantern shone on a person who had come back from the dead.
A bowl of soup awaited a banquet filled with turbulent undercurrents.
Xie Anping looked at the flickering lanterns thoughtfully. His index finger unconsciously tapped on the table, making rhythmic tapping sounds. Suddenly, the tapping stopped. He lifted the lid of the cup and scooped a bowl of soup. He said towards the door, "Just in time. The lotus seed soup is just warm and perfect for consumption."
"Just in time is better than early. This Young Master is in for a treat." Ying Feiyang strode in. He then unceremoniously picked up the bowl of soup and drank it. He felt that the lotus seed was cooked until it was soft and glutinous. The fragrance of the lotus seed seeped out and blended with the taste of rock sugar. He couldn't help but praise, "It's sweet but not greasy. It's indeed of high quality."
He then said to Miao 'er, "Miao' er, serve more. Let's go to the pavilion outside and drink."
Miao 'er swallowed her saliva and declined, "This is prepared for Young Master. Miao' er wouldn't dare to drink it."
Xie Anping smiled, "It's alright. I've cooked too much. Besides, I have something to say in private."
Miao 'er suddenly said, "Oh, Miao' er understands. Then … I won't disturb you anymore." She scooped a bowl of soup and walked out.
When she was far away, Xie Anping's expression turned solemn. He said meaningfully, "Looks like this soup suits your taste. How should I address you? Young Master, Junior Apprentice Brother, or Junior Apprentice Nephew? "
The candlelight flickered, casting an unfathomable shadow over her face.
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