Chapter 309: Backroom Tryst

Chapter 309: Backroom Tryst

Amongst the motion of the room, the chattering cultivators and bustling servants, an aura caught Huis attention. He turned and subtly surveyed the room, searching for the auras source.

Han Qin, dressed as a servant, edged around the back of the banquet hall. He glanced left and right, then lifted a curtain and ducked into the rear of the hall.

Hui stood. Elder Sister, I have something urgent to attend to. Please watch Ying Lin for me.

Hmm? Is something happening? Are people using my name for evil? Bai Xue asked.

Perhaps. Im not sure exactly what their goal is, but given that theyve deliberately gathered so many lower-level cultivators in one place I cant imagine its anything good, Hui said darkly.

Bai Xue nodded. In that case, Ill cooperate with you. When you need a distraction, let me know.

What kind of distraction no, I shouldnt ask. In any case, Bai Xue is reliable. If she says shes going to make a distraction, I can trust that she will. Hui nodded. Understood, Elder Sister.

Bai Xue narrowed her eyes at Mo Gonglu, licking her lips hungrily. Hes trained himself thoroughly with yin energy. That man is practically simmering with yang.

He what? Ying Lin asked.

Ying Lin, youll understand when youre older, Hui said quickly, before Bai Xue could explain the gory details. Bai Xue dont corrupt Ying Lin.

No promises, Bai Xue replied.

Hui started to go, but hesitated. Bai Xue, this has been thought up by three cultivators. One is Fu Renyi, a fifth-stage cultivator, and another is that imposter Mo Gonglu, a fourth-stage cultivator. Im not sure what the final member, Han Qins, level is, but Id assume at least fourth. Ill try to handle the fifth-stage cultivator I know about, but I cant guarantee hes the only one. Stay on guard.

Bai Xue gave him a nod.

Hui hesitated another moment, but couldnt wait any longer. Han Qins aura is fading. I have to go. He gave Bai Xue one last stern look, then hurried across the hall.

Bai Xue watched Hui go, then smiled at Ying Lin. Come, come, sit. Drink with Elder Sister.

Ying Lin sat hesitantly. She glanced at Huis back and shook her head. I shouldnt drink.

Let me at least teach you a trick or two, Bai Xue insisted, smiling deviously. This Elder Sister is a powerful cultivator. Its quite the fortume for me to share techniques with you, you know?

Are you an immortal? Ying Lin asked.

Eh? No. Im far, far below an immortal, Bai Xue asked.

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Hui frowned. But where does the array inside Fu Liyu come in? And why did Han Qin kill me? Because I might have discovered that Fu Yinfei was Fu Liyus child? Its possible, but no, that doesnt feel right. Especially if they approached Mo Gonglu with this bribe. Isnt it more likely that its a trap?

We can talk about what else youre going to do to keep that secret of yours later. For now, bring out the good alcohol. The swill youre serving up now barely has two hundred years on it. Mo Gonglu stomped back through the curtain. Hui barely had time to turn away before he pushed by.

Mo Gonglu cast him a look, then paused and scoffed. I bet you dream of this kind of thing. Unfortunately, a servant like you will never be able to achieve such glory.

Hui blinked at him. Elder Brother, I have to fight the real Bai Xue out of my bed. Im constantly beset by beauties your flowers over there couldnt hold a candle to. You really have no idea who youre talking to.

Mo Gonglu smirked and swaggered by, holding his arms out to the ladies. Dont you fret. Bai Xues back!

Hui stared after him, then shook his head. What a scum.

Voices from the far side of the wall caught his ear once more. Hui stilled, focusing.

Is it ready? Fu Renyi asked.

Nearly. It needs a bit more time to charge, Han Qin replied.

We can extend the banquet until tomorrow morning, but no longer. Ensure the array is ready by then.

Were nearly there. No need to rush.

Well run out of wine, Fu Renyi explained flatly.

Han Qin fell silent. After a moment, he snorted. By tomorrow, then. No later.

Two sets of footsteps approached the curtain. Hui pushed away from the wall and grabbed a jug of alcohol, quickly joining the servants in filling cups. He made his way around the hall and quietly rejoined Bai Xue, slipping in beside her. Ying Lin scooted to the side to make room for him, and somewhat uncomfortably, he took the spot she opened.

So? Bai Xue asked quietly.

Theres some kind of array, Hui explained.

Where? Bai Xue asked, glancing around.

Hui shook his head. That I dont know. Bai Xue, protect me. Im going to search for the array. If worst comes to worst, I may need your distraction.

Bai Xue chuckled. Ive been waiting all night for my opportunity. Just say the word.

Hui settled his breathing and entered the lotus pose. Entering a meditative state, he stretched his mental energy around him, searching for the telltale qi signature of an array. Where is it? They said its charging, so it must have qi. If I find it, I can study it, and once I study it, I can understand it and dismantle it!

But first, I have to find it.