The sun was setting in the west, its afterglow covering the lake.
Just as Chu Li returned to the East Garden, Suru rushed over and brought him to the Jade Guardian Island.
Just as he reached the bottom of the stairs, he heard the sound of a zither drifting over. The sound was intense, and there was a hint of killing intent in it.
He turned to look at Suru.
Su Ru sighed and said softly, "Lady Xiao had an argument with Master Xiao."
"Because of me?"
"Yes." Suru said softly, "Eldest Master is very unhappy."
Chu Li smiled as he had a rough idea of what had happened. He then used the Omniscient Mirror to look at her and understood what had happened.
Gu Litong was personally expelled from the residence by the eldest young master. He would only hire people who had both ability and integrity. He would never hire someone who wasn't virtuous and talented.
According to him, since Gu Litong had been expelled from the Public House, he was no longer a member of the Public House. His fate was up to the heavens. Moreover, the Ren Public House did not want to kill him. They only wanted to recruit him, so there was no need for them to meddle.
The news that Chu Li and his men had killed twenty of the Ren Public House's Protectors had reached the Public House, and Master Xiao Tieying was furious.
Lu Yu Rong, that lunatic, should not be provoked. The Ren Public House was powerful, and the Yi Public House could not withstand it. They should try to avoid conflict and recuperate. However, this time, they took the initiative to attack. That woman, Lu Yu Rong, would definitely retaliate crazily. If twenty people from the Ren Public House died, they would kill at least forty!
This time, Xiao Qi had given the order without permission. She had disregarded his authority and was completely lawless!
Master Xiao Tieying originally wanted to punish him, but Xiao Qi did not agree, so the two of them quarreled.
Xiao Qi scolded Master Xiao Tieying for being pedantic. Lu Yurong, that woman, was insatiable and did not know when to stop. It was ridiculous to talk about being friendly with such a woman.
The Yi Public House could never compromise. Only by hurting Lu Yurong would they be able to maintain peace. Now, the Protectors in the Public House were in low spirits and the situation was not good.
Siao Qi was in charge of internal affairs, cleaning up the atmosphere in the residence, while Eldest Master was in charge of external affairs, mobilizing the Protectors.
When Xiao Qi saw that the High Duke's Public House was being restricted in every aspect, she finally could not take it anymore and made this move.
Suru lowered her voice, "Be careful, Miss is not happy!"
Chu Li asked, "Are you alright?"
Su Ru waved her hand and smiled. "It's not the first time they've quarreled. They quarrel every few days, but it'll be over in two days. However, you have to avoid the Eldest Master!"
"It just so happens that I want to focus on practicing the Sentient Menace."
"Yes, it's best if you don't come out of the courtyard."
"No problem."
The two of them stepped into the stargazing tower and came to the third floor.
Xiao Qi was facing the window with her back facing them. She sat in front of the desk and played the guzheng. Chu Li's heart skipped a beat when he saw her beautiful back.
"My Lady," Suru called out softly, "Chu Li is here."
The sound of the guzheng stopped abruptly. Xiao Qi turned around, her beautiful face cold.
She pointed at the white cattail hassock.
Chu Li walked over and sat on the cattail hassock, watching him quietly.
The faint fragrance from her body wafted into his nose, refreshing his mind. She looked at him with her clear eyes: "You did very well this time."
"It was very dangerous. Lu Yurong arranged for four groups of people."
Siao Qi gently nodded. "She's full of wisdom. She's indeed difficult to deal with."
"The Ren Public House's infiltration of us is too strong," Chu Li muttered, "Jing Hai's entire route has been infiltrated, it's a ghastly sight!"
Xiao Qi's face darkened.
Chu Li said, "If anything happens, they can intercept our communications. We must take precautions!"
Xiao Qi's eyes flickered.
Chu Li sighed. "Jing Hai's route has almost become their backyard. This is just Jing Hai's route, I'm afraid the other routes in the Public House are not optimistic!"
There were twelve routes in the world. Each Public House guarded one route, and each route was divided into six sub-routes. They passed through Jing Hai sub-route.
Suru tugged at his sleeve.
Chu Li pretended not to see it and continued to say, "At this point, our Protectors are not safe at all. If word gets out, I'm afraid people's hearts will be shaken, and the consequences will be unpredictable!"
Xiao Qi's face darkened.
Suru whispered: "Stop talking!"
Chu Li acted as if he did not hear it and continued to say, "My Lady, if this goes on, the Public House will only exist in name only. We'll be at the mercy of others!"
"Shut up!" Xiao Qi scoffed.
Chu Li quietly looked at her.
Xiao Qi's face darkened and said coldly, "I didn't expect the situation to be so serious!"
Su Ru said, "My Lady, it's not that serious, right?"
Chu Li sighed at her. "It's more serious than what I said. Think about it, when Lady Xiao goes out, they can assassinate you whenever they want. How scary is that!"
"Lady Xiao's Protectors are enough to handle it." Su Ru scoffed.
Chu Li shook his head. "Ten people can handle it, a hundred people can handle it, but what about two hundred? They can mobilize people at will without us noticing. They're treating our Public House as their own! "
Su Ru did not say anything.
After a long time, Xiao Qi sighed and shook her head.
Chu Li did not say anything else. It was useless to say more.
"Where's Gu Litong?" Su Ru changed the topic.
Chu Li said, "He's at Jing Hai Town."
"It'll be hard for him to come back." Xiao Qi frowned. "Big Brother won't let him go."
"Actually, he's a useful person. Why don't you take him under your command?"
"His temperament isn't good enough. It's hard for him to take on big responsibilities," Xiao Qi said.
Chu Li sighed. "What a pity."
He could use Gu Litong. With the Omniscient Mirror, he could see his thoughts at any time. If there was a slight change, he could see it and beat him. Moreover, Gu Litong also had a fatal weakness. If he could use it, he would not have to worry about betrayal.
"Observe him for a while," Xiao Qi said. "If he performs well, then transfer him over."
Chu Li smiled.
Xiao Qi also had the ability to see through people's hearts. She dared to use him.
It was because she had such ability that she knew how to observe people's hearts. It was too demanding to have both ability and integrity. She was tolerant and tolerant. She was different from Master Xiao Tieying's arrogance. Their styles were in conflict.
Xiao Qi looked at him quietly. "Chu Li, you did well this time. It's a pity that you can't claim credit."
Chu Li smiled. "My Lady, don't say that."
Xiao Qi said, "Stay in the Public House and don't go out. The Tempest Temple, Ren Public House, and Lu Yurong will take revenge!"
"Okay, I'll stay in the Public House and cultivate."
"Next month, Second Eldest Sister will go to Jing Hai Town to celebrate her birthday." Xiao Qi frowned. "You should go with her."
"Jing Hai Town?" Chu Li frowned.
Su Ru quickly said, "My Lady, isn't it too dangerous?"
The Tempest Temple and Ren Public House wanted to deal with him. Wouldn't it be suicide if he went out?
Xiao Qi said, "Cultivate the Sentient Menace to the third level within a month. With the addition of Imminent Skyline, you will be able to protect yourself!"
Although she did not cultivate the Sentient Menace, she knew the changes of each level. At the third level, it would be difficult to hurt him. His inner energy would be able to reduce half of the damage. With the addition of Imminent Skyline, it would be enough for him to protect himself.
Chu Li looked troubled. "The third level … I'm afraid it'll be difficult!"
"Anyway, you do as you see fit." Xiao Qi said.
Chu Li saw a painting on the table. He smiled. "Is this Lady's masterpiece?"
Xiao Qi took the painting and passed it to him.
On it was a painting of a fierce tiger coming down the mountain. It was so imposing that it seemed like it would pounce out of the painting at any time.
Chu Li sighed. "Such a strong killing intent!"
His heart moved. He vaguely felt that this painting was beneficial to him. Looking at the tiger would help him cultivate the Sun Cultivating White Tiger Portrait.
"Far from it." Xiao Qi said, "I only know what killing intent is after seeing Lu Boyuan's painting."
Chu Li asked, "Lady Xiao, you have Lu Boyuan's painting?"
Lu Boyuan was a master painter from the previous dynasty. He was especially good at painting tigers. Other people painted the tiger's skin, flesh, and bones. When he painted the tiger, he painted the tiger's aura and spirit. The tiger paintings he painted were known as the best and priceless.
"I have a few. Do you want to see them?"
"Can I see them?"
"Young Ru, send them to him later." Xiao Qi said, "He'll enjoy them for a month."
"Thank you, Lady Xiao!" Chu Li was overjoyed.
Xiao Qi waved her hand.
Chu Li tactfully said goodbye and left.
He returned to the courtyard on the Jade Guardian Island. He pushed the door open and entered. The small courtyard was bathed in red by the setting sun. Xue Ling was dressed in a moon-white outfit. She was slowly and gently practicing the Eight Crescent Cryptic Forms. When she heard the sound, she turned her head. Her beautiful face was shocked.
Chu Li said, "Why are your eyes so wide open!"
Xue Ling quickly stopped practicing. "Master, when did you come back?"
"Just came back." Chu Li entered the living room.
Xue Ling followed him in. "You haven't eaten, right?"
"Yes." Chu Li lazily sat on the armchair and let out a long sigh. The chase and escape had tired him out. Now he could completely relax.
Xue Ling got busy. She quickly brewed tea and served it. Then, she went to cook.
By the time Chu Li finished his cup of tea, Xue Ling had already made four side dishes and served them. She also carried a jar of fine wine and poured him a full cup. "Master, please fill your stomach first. I'll make supper later."
Chu Li smelled the tempting aroma and nodded in satisfaction. He picked up the dishes and drank the wine. He listened to Xue Ling talk about the major events that happened in the Public House.
"Creak …" The courtyard door was pushed open. Su Ru came in.
She carried a long box with a purple luster. When she saw Chu Li eating with a satisfied face, she pursed her lips and smiled. "You're so lucky! Paintings! "
Chu Li put down the wine cup and went forward to take it.
Su Ru passed it to him. "There are a total of ten of Lu Boyuan's paintings. You have to be careful. Don't damage them. Lady Xiao treasures them very much. If it weren't for your meritorious service, Lady Xiao wouldn't be willing to take them out!"
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