"Lord Lu."
Wang Chong bowed, paying no attention to Bao Xuan at the side.
"Third gongzi."
Lu Ting looked at Wang Chong with a smile. He had arrived earlier than Wang Chong, so he was aware of what had happened in the Vast Crane Pavilion. Even though Wang Chong's father, Wang Yan, was enraged and felt that Wang Chong had caused a huge disaster, Lu Ting didn't think much of it.
Yao Guang Yi was King Qi's man while Wang Yan was the King of Song's man. The two of them weren't on good terms, and it was normal for them to have conflicts in private. On the other hand, if the King of Song were to know that a fifteen-year-old lad from the Wang Clan had taught Yao Feng of the Yao Clan a lesson, not only would he not blame him, he would even be delighted to persuade Wang Yan to punish his son and daughter.
"Third gongzi, there is no need to worry. Didn't you just injure the Yao Clan gongzi? When I return, I will tell the King of Song that the both of you will be fine. "
Lu Ting chuckled.
"Really?"
The eyes of the Wang Clan's little sister lit up. She immediately believed his words, causing Lu Ting to burst into laughter.
Wang Chong felt warmth in his heart. Even though this Lord Lu had testified against his father in his previous life, he was only made use of in this matter. Thus, he spoke of what he saw, so he didn't have a bad heart.
"Lord Lu is indeed a gentleman, I am impressed. However, while one shouldn't have the heart to harm others, one must be wary of others. Lord Lu needs to be wary of being made use of by vile people. On the surface, some people appear to be loyal, upright, and sanctimonious, but in private, they betray us, surrendering to the Prince of Qi and bending their backs for the sake of five buckets of rice. Daren must be on guard against them! "
Wang Chong said. Even though he was speaking to Lu Ting, his gaze was fixed on Bao Xuan, causing the latter's expression to change.
"Lad, what do you mean by that?"
Lu Ting wasn't a fool. His expression changed and he immediately followed Wang Chong's gaze to look at Bao Xuan.
Unlike his father, Lu Ting was much smarter.
His father didn't know that a large number of the King of Song's subordinates had defected to the King of Qi, but Lu Ting did. Hearing Wang Chong's words, Lu Ting suddenly thought of Bao Xuan making an exception to invite him to the Vast Crane Pavilion, as well as the sudden appearance of the old butler, he suddenly sensed something and his gaze toward Bao Xuan changed.
The reason why Lu Ting was used was because he was caught off guard. In the eyes of a gentleman, everyone is a gentleman. From the bottom of his heart, Lu Ting never thought that Bao Xuan would betray him.
However, this trip to the Vast Crane Pavilion was just a simple meal. For so many things to happen, Lu Ting couldn't help but think too deeply into it.
"Stinking brat, what nonsense are you talking about? Brother Lu, don't listen to his nonsense … "
Bao Xuan was caught unprepared by Wang Chong.
At first, he was still very calm, but when he saw Lu Ting's eyes gradually becoming stern, he immediately became flustered.
"If you don't do anything shameful, you won't be afraid of ghosts knocking at your door in the middle of the night." This was definitely not Bao Xuan.
In the first place, he was guilty of this matter, and Lu Ting was an upright person with a sharp gaze that could pierce through one's heart. After a child like Wang Chong exposed his secret and Lu Ting's insight, Bao Xuan was caught off guard and his mind was in a mess.
"Bao Xuan, I didn't expect you to be such a person."
Lu Ting's gaze was cold.
Initially, he was still skeptical, but at this moment, he was certain of it. Wang Chong was just a child, so he couldn't treat his words seriously. However, Bao Xuan's reaction had already revealed the problem.
He wasn't a three-year-old child, he couldn't differentiate between truth and lies.
"Heh, Lord Bao, let me give you a piece of advice. 'The one who laughs last laughs best'. It's still too early to say who will win between The King of Song and King Qi. Be careful that you don't bet on the wrong person! "
Wang Chong stepped forward and said impolitely.
It was indeed comfortable to speak with intelligent people. Initially, he thought that he would have to waste a lot of effort, but to think that Lu Ting was more formidable than he had imagined. He was only giving him a reminder. He didn't expect that Lu Ting would immediately find out the truth!
"Bro, Brother Lu … don't listen to his nonsense. What's wrong with King Qi? "
Bao Xuan was drenched in cold sweat. The more he spoke, the more confused he became. Finally, he couldn't continue and squeezed into the crowd, leaving in a hurry.
Lu Ting didn't mind and turned back to look at Wang Chong.
"Heh, 'The one who laughs last laughs best'. Third Young Master is indeed the heir of the Ninth Young Master. Your words are unique and unique."
Lu Ting said with admiration.
This fifteen-year-old boy gave him a very special feeling, and he couldn't be treated lightly.
Wang Chong chuckled. As the saying went, 'The one who laughs last is the best'. In his previous world, it was an extremely common saying. However, in this world, Lu Ting had never heard of it before, and he found it novel.
"Lord, you flatter me."
Wang Chong said calmly. His expression was neither servile nor overbearing, and in Lu Ting's eyes, it was even more bizarre.
"Lord Lu, I still have matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave first."
Wang Chong bowed and nodded.
This was the first time they met, so Wang Chong didn't want to say too much. As long as he left a good impression on Lord Lu Ting and let him know that he wasn't a true profligate son, it would be fine.
With the memories of his previous life, Wang Chong couldn't be clearer. This inconspicuous Lord Lu before him played a very important role by The King of Song's side.
Everything he saw, heard, and experienced, he would mention to The King of Song.
In his previous life, there had once been an incident in which a concubine of a minister celebrated her birthday. Even the minister himself had forgotten about this matter, but on the day of her birthday, the concubine was surprised to receive a gift from King Song.
This was the only gift she received on her birthday!
After the incident happened, everyone was puzzled no matter how they thought about it. The King of Song hadn't even met his concubine, so how could he know his birthday?
It wasn't until later that the minister slapped his head and inadvertently recalled that he had mentioned it to Lu Ting once before.
After this incident, almost everyone knew that this Lord Lu Ting had an extraordinary status by The King of Song's side. As long as he knew something, he would tell King Song most of the time.
This incident left a deep impression on Wang Chong, so he remembered it.
If he left a good impression on The King of Song, it would be very convenient for him to do things in the future. This was also the reason why Wang Chong took the initiative to greet Lord Lu and leave a good impression.
"Little sister, let's go."
Wang Chong beckoned to his little sister, boarded the carriage, and slowly drove toward the Wang Residence.
"Interesting, what an interesting scion."
Lu Ting shook his head and a strange glint flashed across his eyes. Only after the pair of siblings left did he turn around. After pondering for a moment, he called for a carriage. Instead of entering the Vast Crane Pavilion, he headed straight for the The King of Song Residence.
…
At the same time, in the Yao Clan Residence!
"Ah!"
Amidst the groaning, Yao Feng slowly woke up. He felt an excruciating pain in every single bone in his body. The pair of siblings were extremely ruthless and Yao Feng was sent home.
"You're awake!"
An impassive voice sounded. Yao Feng was taken aback. Turning around, he realized that there was a tall figure in the room. The figure's back was facing him, and he was standing by the window.
"Father!"
Yao Feng struggled to get up from the bed and walked over.
"What happened today, about that Wang Chong, tell me everything in detail, no matter how big or small!"
Yao Guang Yi's voice was cold and it was impossible to discern his emotions.
"Wang Chong?"
Yao Feng was taken aback. He really didn't expect that the first thing his father did after he woke up would be to ask about Wang Chong. With his father's status, there was no need for him to care about such a person, right?
However, Yao Feng knew his father's temper well. Upon hearing the question, he didn't dare to refute. Instead, he hurriedly recounted everything that had happened.
Yao Guang Yi's face was clouded and he did not speak for a long time.
"So you're saying that the reason this pair of siblings were able to barge in is all because of Ma Zhou?"
Yao Guang Yi said.
"Yes!"
Just as Yao Feng finished his words, pa! A slap landed heavily on Yao Feng's face. Half of Yao Feng's face immediately swelled up.
"Father?!"
Yao Feng clutched the left side of his face as he stared at his father before him in astonishment. This was the first time in his life that his father had hit him like this.
"Bastard! Do you know how much you've ruined my plans? You know how much effort I've put into this matter today! "
Yao Guang Yi's expression was incomparably ferocious. In the Vast Crane Pavilion, it wasn't appropriate for him to act up before so many people. But now that there was no one, Yao Guang Yi finally erupted.
"Putong!"
Yao Feng's face changed and with a 'putong' sound, he knelt onto the floor. This was the first time in his life that he had seen his father fly into such a rage.
However, Yao Guang Yi's anger was still unappeased.
Ever since he returned, he had felt that something was amiss with the matter regarding Wang Chong and Wang Xiao Yao.
Yet, Yao Guang Yi didn't expect that his father would put in so much effort and plan everything out of the ordinary. Yet, he didn't expect that all of his plans would be wasted on a hoodlum in the capital!
Ma Zhou?
What is that!
Under normal circumstances, he wouldn't even be considered as an ant in the eyes of people like them. Yet, the King of Song and King Qi, the two relatives of the royal family, the influential figures of the royal court, were actually stirred up by such an insignificant hoodlum.
If news of this were to spread, it would be a complete joke!
"Our Yao Clan could have been able to advance further, but because of you, because of that unknown Ma Zhou, everything has been ruined! Do you know how great of a loss this matter is to our Yao Clan? Do you know how important this matter is to King Qi? I have promised him time and time again that there wouldn't be any slip-ups! "
Initially, Yao Feng thought that this slap was extremely innocent. But as he listened on, he suddenly thought of something and his face turned paler and paler. In just a few breaths, his body trembled and cold sweat poured down like rain.
"Father, I was wrong. I didn't know about this matter at all! "
Yao Feng was terrified.
He definitely knew about King Qi's plan to deal with the King of Song. To deal with the King of Song, the most important thing was to drive a wedge between the King of Song and the Wang Clan.
And to drive a wedge between the King of Song and the Wang Clan, the crux was to drive a wedge between Wang Yan and the King of Song. This was the easiest way for the Wang Clan to do it.
Yao Feng thought that such an important matter would take a long time. He didn't expect that it would be carried out so quickly.
To think that he would unintentionally ruin such an important matter for his father during the banquet in the Vast Crane Pavilion.
"… You can't be blamed for this matter!"
Looking at Yao Feng's fearful expression, Yao Guang Yi's heart softened. After all, he only had this one son. Furthermore, he was also at fault for this matter.
In order to deal with Wang Yan, he intentionally sealed off the news, not even telling his own son about it. There were many guests of King Qi in the Vast Crane Pavilion, and most of them probably didn't know what had happened.
There was bound to be a loss in every gain!
If he had told Yao Feng about it beforehand, such a thing wouldn't have happened.
Even though Yao Guang Yi tried to console him, Yao Feng still felt deeply uneasy. He knew very well how serious this matter was.
If King Qi were to blame him, it wasn't something that his father could bear alone.
"Father, doesn't that mean that this matter has failed?"
Yao Feng thought of King Qi.
His father had promised King Qi time and time again that nothing would go wrong. Now that something like this had happened, King Qi didn't know how to react.
Unlike The King of Song, Yao Feng knew that King Qi wouldn't tolerate the incompetence of his subordinates.
"Failed?"
Hearing Yao Feng's words, Yao Guang Yi sneered coldly. Then, he suddenly quietened down:
"How can the plan that I, Yao Guang Yi, have come up with fail so easily? Since I've fallen out with Wang Yan in the Vast Crane Pavilion, I'll just have to change my plan to the ruse of self-injury. "
"Ah?"
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