Chapter 201: Man and Wife

Chapter 201: Man and Wife

The farce thus came to an abrupt end, with the stage having been ruined. There was no longer much of a show for people to watch.

Most people nowadays did not really know much of the previous generation of hidden dragons, but they learned that the current generation of hidden dragons actually seemed to get along rather well.

They had initially expected to witness each of the hidden dragons display their skills to get in. Several of them, like Xuan Chong, might have expressed their dissatisfaction while still showing their prowess, demonstrating their capabilities without offending the host too much.

In this way, they would have also provided some entertainment for the onlookers.

Unexpectedly, from the very start with Situ Xiao, or perhaps even with Zhao Changhe, who had already drawn his saber even before Situ Xiao appeared, the hidden dragons aimed to put an end to the farce the direct and hard way.

Ji Chengkong also directly slapped the Wang Clan in the face, nearly tearing down their signboard. Of course, he did not actually dare to be too harsh, and he did not actually tear it off, as he still had his life to consider, but the crooked plaque was still a stinging slap to the Wang Clan’s face.

Then, Xia Chichi and Zhao Changhe swiftly and decisively smashed the gate apart while chatting and laughing.

It seemed that none of them were willing to accompany the Wang Clan in their little games.

Zhao Changhe’s words, that he would just smash it to pieces, seemed to carry a deeper meaning.

But what really puzzled people was that even though the stage had been ruined, the Wang Clan surprisingly did not send any powerful figures to intervene. Instead, they only sent out someone who looked to be a butler. He slowly approached the gate, inspected it for a moment, and calmly said, “Go fetch some craftsmen to make a new gate, then have the signboard properly hung up. Have this done by the end of the day.”

After saying that, he even respectfully cupped his fist and bowed to Zhao Changhe, Xia Chichi, and Xuan Chong, saying, “It was just a small game. Please do forgive us if this has offended you. The young master has been waiting for you in the banquet hall for some time. Please come in.”

Zhao Changhe and Xia Chichi exchanged glances, secretly acknowledging that this was indeed the kind of etiquette and manners that were to be expected of a prominent clan. At the very least, Cui Yuanyong had given them such an impression before. They thus could not help but wonder what game the Wang Clan was playing earlier.

Without saying a word, the two of them faintly smiled and walked into the hall side by side.

Xuan Chong: “...”

Wasn’t it the two of us who came here together? What am I now?

The broken gate remained open, and the hidden dragons that arrived later looked at the hole in the gate in surprise. They presented their invitations as expected of them, and everything seemed to proceed in a normal manner.

However, those who had witnessed what had happened earlier were kicking themselves, regretting that they could not go in and watch the following events in person. They felt that the events that were going to take place in the banquet hall would be even more exciting and fascinating than the earlier event.

Meanwhile, Zhao Chang and Xia Chichi entered side by side. Xia Chichi was smiling happily underneath her mask, and she said, “Hey, isn’t this the first time we’ve walked side by side openly since Beimang?”

Zhao Changhe looked a little nostalgic and said softly, “Yes.”

If there was a time in this world when he felt most like he was at home, then it was truly those one or two months when he lived together with Chichi. After that, no matter where he stayed, he never got that same feeling again.

It was a pity that they had to go their separate ways so soon. Their relationship, which should have grown stronger over time, ended up having to be secretive due to issues involving larger forces. Because of that, even getting to walk side by side out in the open became something to be happy about.

“I don’t know if I should find an opportunity to go to the capital to pay him a visit...” Xia Chichi whispered. “I feel like it actually might even be easier for me to go to the capital than you. If you were to go to the capital, it would really stir up some trouble. Your cultivation... is not quite there yet.”

Sure enough, Chi Chi was the one who understood his thought process the most. Without reaching a certain level of strength, it really was not appropriate for him to go to the capital. Zhao Changhe could only say, “As long as you don’t go and stir trouble in the imperial palace, poking around outside should be fine. However, I doubt that you would hold yourself back like that. Just make sure not to get arrested as a rebel, it would really be ridiculous if that were to happen”

Xia Chichi laughed and said, “Let’s talk about it again later. I’m still hesitant.”

Zhao Changhe responded, “If the situation is right and I do go to the capital... I’ll keep an eye out for you.”

Xia Chichi did not mince her words. “Then you better hurry up and train. Aren’t you kind of soft lately? That perseverance you had back then that attracted me, do you even still have it?”

“I have been practicing without pause. First Seat Tang had asked me to slow down a bit, but playing the guqin and painting also ended up contributing to my cultivation. It’s quite effective. I’m not just idling away my time.”

“What about when it comes to women?”

“...At least so far, I’m still waiting for you to come and claim my first time.”

Xia Chichi glanced at him, her eyes shimmering with charm beneath her mask, “Wasn’t your first time already on my lap ages ago? Alright, alright, don’t start spouting nonsense just because you know how to use voice transmission now...”

Zhao Changhe did not know how to react. Who really is spouting nonsense between us? By that logic, my first time was taken by my right hand years ago...

Young men and women rarely get to spend time together, and it often feels like there’s so much to say and there is never enough time.

Unfortunately, no matter how grand or large the Wang Clan might be, the distance from the entrance to the banquet hall was only so great. Soon, the servant of the Wang Clan that was leading the way stopped and bowed toward them. “The banquet hall is just ahead. The young master has been waiting for you.”

Both of them sighed and ceased their conversation simultaneously, sharing the same thought: It would have been better if the Wang Clan was a bit bigger...

“The Sixth Hidden Dragon, White Tiger Saintess Xia Chichi, has arrived~”

“The Eighteenth Hidden Dragon, Bloodthirsty Asura Zhao Changhe, has arrived~”

The guard that was standing by the entrance announcing their arrival made Zhao Changhe wish that he had a mask to hide his face as well.

The Wang Clan’s solemnity was a bit too much for him.

However, just as they stepped through the large door and before they could even see what the hall looked like, a discordant voice rang out coldly, “It is indeed understandable for the Wang Clan to extend invitations to the hidden dragons throughout the world without regard for their origins. After all, this is a grand occasion. We need not mention the conflict between the righteous and the evil here. However, attending a banquet with a mask on and concealing your identity, is rather rude, don’t you think? Is this the making of those from demonic cults?”

Before Xia Chichi could say anything, Zhao Changhe spoke up first. “Who the hell are you? Mind your own damn business!”

Under her mask, Xia Chichi’s originally ice-cold expression instantly turned into a mischievous smile.

1. Just a reminder that Chichi’s name can be literally translated to “late.” ☜