"Could it be related to Niu Youdao?"
Xi Hai Tang, who had returned to the main hall, asked Chou Shan who came to report the situation.
Chen Tingxiu's death was related to Hong Niang, which made people suspect that Niu Youdao was behind Hong Niang.
Especially the two of them, Chen Tingxiu had asked Chou Shan for help, so they knew that Chen Tingxiu was here because of Niu Youdao, so it wasn't hard to understand why Chen Tingxiu went to Tian Xing Sect to talk about Hong Niang. They thought about it for a while and guessed that Chen Tingxiu wanted to use Tian Xing Sect to deal with Niu Youdao.
Although the matter had been settled, but no matter how it was resolved, the Wan Shou Sect would definitely investigate it themselves. How did Chen Tingxiu know that Wen Xinzhao had hit Hong Niang? This matter was forbidden, who leaked the information?
Some things couldn't stand up to investigation, and they found out that Chen Tingxiu and Elder Chen went to Tian Xing Sect's place almost at the same time.
Chou Shan said, "I just asked Niu Youdao. He said that he didn't even know that Chen Tingxiu was here. It was Hong Niang's subordinate who was angry that his master was beaten up. Because he knew Du Yunsang a long time ago, he went to argue with Du Yunsang and saw Chen Tingxiu. It was also after that person came back that he knew that Chen Tingxiu was here. I don't know if he really didn't know, or if he purposely left himself out of the picture, but there is no evidence to prove that he was involved. "
Xi Hai Tang thought for a while and asked, "Who leaked the news to Chen Tingxiu?"
Chou Shan hesitated and said, "There are two possibilities, one is that Tian Yu Sect's disciple contacted a few of our disciples, the other is that Brother Chao's grandson, Chao Shenghuai, went to Chen Tingxiu's place and was asked to stay. Some disciples saw them talking for a while, but I don't know what they talked about."
Since this matter involved Chao Jing, Xi Haitang's eyebrows jumped. He lowered his eyes and asked, "Have you asked those disciples?"
Chou Shan said, "I've asked them, but they all refused to admit to leaking the matter. However, they all mentioned that the Heavenly Jade School had verified with them whether Wen Xinzhao had hit Hong Niang. They were also very surprised how the Heavenly Jade School knew about it. Judging from the time, Tian Yu Sect only verified it after Chen Tingxiu met Chao Shenghuai. "
Xihaitang: "You suspect that it was Chao Shenghuai who leaked it?"
Since the matter involved Chao Jing, Chou Shan considered his words. "It is indeed possible. If it was true, it shouldn't be intentional. According to the witness disciples, Chao Shenghuai was just passing by and didn't like Chen Tingxiu at all. He even spoke rudely. It was Chen Tingxiu who was thick-skinned and forced Chao Shenghuai to stay for tea. Later, the two seemed to have a good talk. I've been in contact with Chen Tingxiu for a while, so I know him more or less. Previously, he flattered me and Chao Shenghuai with the intention of digging out some useful information. Young people may not be able to withstand Chen Tingxiu's shrewdness and foresight. It's entirely possible for him to let the cat out of the bag by flattering him. "
Xihaitang was silent for a moment. "Have you asked Chao Shenghuai?"
Chou Shan replied, "Not yet. After all, it involves Senior Brother Chao. I'm afraid of attracting attention. I was just about to ask the Sect Leader for his opinion."
West Sea Hall: "This brat's cultivation talent is limited, and he doesn't have much of a future to speak of. If Junior Brother Chao isn't here anymore, he can only muddle through the days. This matter isn't a big deal, and it's already been resolved. Let's not spread any further within the sect. Junior Brother, the Wan Shou Sect is a big sect with a lot of people. They all have their own agendas. It's not easy to manage them! "
Chou Shan understood what he meant. It wasn't a big deal. If they really wanted to drag Chao Shenghuai out, what could they do? It would only embarrass Senior Brother Chao. They were from the same sect, so there was no need to slap their own face and give others an opportunity to take advantage of it. Chou Shan replied, "Yes!"
However, when he turned around, Chou Shan still told Chao Jing about the matter. He told Chao Jing to ask about it himself. He wanted Chao Jing to know that the matter was settled by him and the Sect Leader.
Chao Jing naturally appreciated his kindness. He turned around and brought Chao Shenghuai back to interrogate him.
Chao Shenghuai cried and knelt down. He refused to admit it no matter what. He only said that he was wronged and felt wronged. He even wanted to confront the people from the Heavenly Jade Sect. This grandson of his had also grasped his grandfather's pulse.
How could Chao Jing let him confront Chao Shenghuai? It was impossible for him to blow up the matter. No matter what, he scolded Chao Shenghuai and fined his grandson a few months' worth of money.
…
On the other hand, Niu Youdao was sitting in the pavilion. He was holding a chess piece and facing the chessboard. He was deep in thought. He was playing chess with himself.
What happened was out of his expectation. Uncle Chen came back alive. He knew that his guess was right. He knew that the matter of Du Yunsang getting rid of the matchmaker was not that simple. When Uncle Chen came back, he knew that Chen Tingxiu was dead.
But he didn't expect that the Tian Xing Sect would kill Chen Tingxiu in public. Wasn't that just asking for trouble?
What surprised him even more was that Wen Xinzhao had personally appeared. What was the meaning of this? He was almost confused.
Originally, according to his plan, the Tian Xing Sect would not cause trouble for him. They would just kill Chen Tingxiu and he would be able to stay out of it. Now that there was a commotion, the Wan Shou Sect would investigate. Of course, he would be implicated. It was inevitable that they would suspect him. That was why Chou Shan came to ask about it.
Gradually, he started to sort out the situation. He sighed and said, "It seems like the relationship between Du Yunsang and Wen Xinzhao is not that bad."
Yuan Gang, who was standing at the side, said, "I'm just afraid that if they find out that it was Chao Shenghuai, you will be implicated."
Niu Youdao gently pressed the chess piece in his hand on the chessboard. "You worry too much. Although Chao Shenghuai is not a good person, he is still a smart man. He knows that even if this matter is found to be related to him, he will at most be punished because of a slip of the tongue. If I am exposed, a series of things will be involved, and he will be in big trouble. He can distinguish the seriousness of the matter, and it is impossible for him to expose me. But … "He shook his head and sighed again.
Although the trouble in front of Chen Tingxiu had been swept away, his plan to use the conflict between Du Yunsang and Wen Xinzhao to make Du Yunsang deal with Wen Xinzhao fell through. As soon as Wen Xinzhao made his move, he knew that it was over. He was afraid that there was no chance for him to avenge Hong Niang for the time being.
The strategy of killing two birds with one stone was only half successful. He succeeded in killing with a borrowed knife, but the other half failed.
At this moment, Guan Fangyi, who had not shown up for a long time, appeared. She swayed her waist and walked over leisurely. She adjusted the skirt behind her buttocks and sat opposite Niu Youdao. She stared at the chessboard and smiled. "Look at you. You are so idle, but you still have the mood to play."
Niu Youdao put down a chess piece and asked with a smile, "You have come out of seclusion?"
Guan Fangyi picked up a white chess piece from the chess bowl and put it down. "It's a little scary to play chess with you. You can kill people without leaving a trace! Great Elder Chen has been killed by you. If you don't come out, who knows what will happen. "
Things seemed to have gotten a little out of hand. Elder Chen felt that he should not hide it from her anymore, so he just told her about it.
Niu Youdao knew that Elder Chen had said it, so he put down another chess piece. "It's not a big deal. It's fine if you are wronged by others. You don't have to wronged yourself. It's also wronged me."
Guan Fangyi looked up and asked curiously, "Why are you wronged?"
Niu Youdao sighed. "The number one beauty in the world is hiding in her room. She is so close, yet so far away. I can't see her anymore. My heart is itching. A day apart feels like three years."
"Haha!" Guan Fangyi laughed. "Isn't it easy for you to see her? You can even barge in when I'm bathing. Can that door stop you? "
Yuan Gang could not bear to listen to the flirting between the two of them. He turned around and left.
Guan Fangyi glanced at the departing Yuan Gang and stopped laughing. She said seriously, "Thank you. I appreciate your kindness, but there's really no need for you to interfere in this matter."
Niu Youdao said, "Looks like I'm being a busybody."
Guan Fangyi stared at the chessboard and shook her head. "I'm not being a busybody. I just don't need this kind of revenge. This kind of revenge doesn't make me happy. It doesn't stop her from acting high and mighty in front of me. What I hope is that one day I can stand in front of her with dignity. I can look down on her as she looks down on me. I can't afford to offend her. I want her to stand in front of me and not dare to speak or offend me. In the past, I didn't even dare to think about it. But now, I have confidence. "
Niu Youdao was curious. "Where does your confidence come from?"
"Because of you!" Guan Fangyi put down a chess piece. "Because of you, I have confidence. So, nothing can happen to you. At least, I can't let you fall here because of a small matter. I'm still counting on you!"
Niu Youdao laughed bitterly. "That's the Tianxing Sect we're talking about. You're really ambitious. You put a lot of pressure on me."
The two of them joked for a while before Niu Youdao suddenly turned serious. He reminded, "In my opinion, Du Yunsang might have abandoned you because she was under pressure. She might have done it to protect you. She probably still has you in her heart."
Guan Fangyi was silent for a while. "I've guessed it. I've waited for him for many years, hoping that he would come back one day and give me an explanation. But it turns out that he hasn't been biased towards me all these years. He has made his own choice. So, it's all in the past. "
Niu Youdao nodded slightly. "I understand. It's good that you can get over it."
Guan Fangyi said, "I've seen enough of the world. What else can't I get over it? You, on the other hand, don't seem to be in love. You're terrifyingly mature. Logically speaking, at your age, you should be yearning for love. With your qualifications, you shouldn't lack beauties. So, I can't figure it out. "
"Sigh, love hurts. With you as an example, I won't get into this trouble."
"Don't talk about me. Are you crazy?"
"You're the one who's crazy."
As they were chatting, Yuan Gang came back. He leaned over and whispered in Niu Youdao's ear, "Daoye, it's time to hang the flag."
Niu Youdao grabbed a chess piece and threw it on the chessboard. He admitted defeat. "I'm not playing anymore." He got up and left.
Guan Fangyi snorted. "Sneaking around all day. Bad guy!"
By the mountain stream, Niu Youdao was pacing back and forth. Chao Shenghuai had asked him to meet again. He scolded Niu Youdao for almost setting him up. He asked why Niu Youdao didn't tell him in advance and almost gave himself away.
Niu Youdao brushed it off casually.
"I'm almost done with my preparations. I'm about to make my move. Get ready to provide support."
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