Madam, please listen to my explanation.

Chapter 64 Warm Heart
As they were talking, Yun Ci caught a glimpse of the little baby on her godfather's shoulder, whose eyes were darting around excitedly.

Seeing her looking at him with a puzzled expression, the chubby boy quickly turned his head away.

Wu Jiuchi was completely unaware of any of this and continued talking to himself:
"Actually, I don't care much about a little money."

Whether it's Zhao Jingqian or some random nobody who suddenly appears, it all depends on whether I, as his father, want to play along or completely break off the mask.

"But this kid is someone I really want to meet."

His eyes were deep, gazing into the distance towards Qingzhou.

Your own perception is not wrong.

That day, he was meditating with his eyes closed when he suddenly felt as if something had broken apart.

When he opened his eyes, it was the first time he had ever so clearly observed the omnipresent, all-encompassing power that filled the heavens and the earth!

Although it was only a fleeting moment, it benefited me greatly!

He could sense that he was close to controlling that world-destroying power.
They were just one step away!
The source of this turmoil was Qingzhou.

"Good son, here you go!"

He flung the chubby boy off his shoulder.

The round ball was tumbling in the air, about to crash into the cave wall.

At this speed, he'll probably be smashed into a pile of minced meat in the next moment.

The chubby boy suddenly displayed an agility completely disproportionate to his size, abruptly lowering his center of gravity and landing steadily on the ground with a 'thud'.

Wu Jiuchi laughed heartily and waved his sleeve.

Suddenly, a strange 'cawing' sound rang out in the main hall.

The next moment, countless ravens carrying black scrolls in their beaks flew out from the pillar of fire in the center of the hall, creating a terrifying sight!
Anyone who witnesses such a spectacle will be utterly astonished.

The wealth represented by this flock of ravens alone is far beyond what the phrase "rich enough to rival a nation" can describe.

A large flock of ravens gathered in a circle in front of the two people, and the space rippled outwards like water.

Immediately, a fairly stable spatial rift opened up from the center of the circle.

"Let's go, girl, don't keep them waiting!"

Wu Jiuchi gave a shout and took the lead, stepping into the area.

Yun Ci shook her head vigorously to make sure she wasn't dreaming.

It's been a while since I last saw him. My godfather's methods have become even more unfathomable!
After the two figures disappeared into the crevice, ravens, each carrying a scroll in their beaks, flew off toward their respective targets.
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After a day of silence, the Iris Pavilion once again became bustling with activity.

Since the establishment of the Mingjing Division, this is the first time that this group of men in black have personally come to arrest someone, only to walk out completely unharmed!
Most of those arrested were unaware of the inside story and simply assumed that Master Chen had connections everywhere, even with the Mingjing Division.

Therefore, when night falls, the lights of the Iris Pavilion are lit up again.

People seeking pleasure even formed long queues outside the building, creating a scene that was unprecedented for a time.

As the person involved, Manager Chen, faced with everyone's praise, merely feigned mystery and remained silent, though he knew exactly what was going on.
After finally finishing receiving the last group of distinguished guests, he tiptoed to Floating Cloud Cottage, bowed, and stood beside the mysterious young man with a fawning expression:
"Mr. Xu, these are some of our most famous desserts, and we have no other branches in the entire city of Kyoto! Please try them."

"Ah."

"Um... Yun Ci isn't here. Would you like me to introduce a few suitable young ladies to serve you, sir?"
Don't let the fact that this place is a brothel fool you; there are still quite a few stunningly beautiful young girls who haven't yet experienced the ways of the world!

Xu Jinhuan waved his hand, "There's no need for that. Manager Chen is very kind. Please go and get back to work."

Sixth Master Chen's eyes darted around, and he said cautiously:
"If you, sir, have a penchant for men, then I do indeed have a few kind-hearted young men here."

"roll!"

"Eh eh eh, that's it!"

Just as Master Chen was about to leave, a sudden gust of wind swept over him.

A perfectly round ripple appeared in the courtyard.

Two figures, one tall and one short, emerged from the crowd one after the other.

The leader strode about like a dragon and a tiger, his laughter extremely boisterous:
"Haha, seeing is believing, young friend Xu, you truly are a handsome and talented man!"

Xu Jinhuan and Yun Ci, who was following closely behind the man, both froze. He stretched out his hand and shouted, "Wait!"

"Huh?"

The spatial ripples appeared at just the right spot, directly above the only pond in the courtyard.

Even though Xu Jinhuan had already warned them, it was still too late.
The man, momentarily distracted, stepped out with one leg, which landed squarely in the pool, creating a large splash.

"Humph!"

Fortunately, the other party truly lived up to his reputation as one of the top six Grandmasters.

He lightly touched the ground with his foot, while simultaneously pulling his adopted daughter behind him.

The two of them floated lightly across the water as if walking on flat ground, displaying extreme elegance.

If the woman behind her hadn't gotten soaked to the bone...
"puff--"

Yun Ci carefully opened her mouth and spat out an unlucky little fish.

Beneath her soaked light-colored outer garment, her shapely figure was accentuated even more.

If I remember correctly, I often soak my feet in this pool.
Xu Jinhuan pretended not to notice the turbulent emotions hidden beneath the other person's seemingly calm expression.

He stood up and cupped his hands in greeting to the man: "Xu Jinhuan greets Master Wu."

"Alright, alright, Liu Zi, you may leave now."

Wu Jiuchi slowly walked to the stone table and sat down, a sense of unease creeping into his heart.

He deliberately set up such a grand scene just to dampen this kid's arrogance.

Although there were some flaws in the process, the deterrent effect was not diminished.

How can this kid on the other side remain so calm?
not only that
It seems that even the fact that the Iris Pavilion was actually owned by someone surnamed Wu did not seem to surprise the other party in the slightest.

With his cultivation level, he could naturally tell whether the other party was feigning composure or bluffing.

From beginning to end, this young man's internal energy and heartbeat did not fluctuate in the slightest!

Fortunately, the other person deliberately waited until I was seated before sitting down, which could be considered as showing some respect.

Let's observe for a while longer.

"I have been impolite to invite Master Wu from so far away. I will punish myself with a cup of wine."

Xu Jinhuan picked up his wine glass and drank it all in one gulp.

The manor lord opposite him, still smiling, said loudly:

"Xu Xiaoyou was born with thunderous methods."

They keep referring to either the current emperor or the future emperor.
"I still have so many children to raise, how could I not come?"

Xu Jinhuan didn't notice the veiled barb in the other person's words.

After all, given the other party's identity and hidden strength, it was truly remarkable that they would personally come to meet him.

Fortunately, I wasn't without ways to control the other party.
"Master Wu, now that we are face to face, I will be frank with you about some things."

Given your status, I imagine you wouldn't care about such material possessions as money. Am I right?

Wu Jiuchi took a small sip of wine, remaining noncommittal.

"To be honest, both your wealth and your weapons are things I urgently need right now."

"Let's put aside offering help in times of need for now. If I were to suggest a method to help you break through the barrier between Heaven and Man, what would you say?"

boom!
The wine glass in Wu Jiuchi's hand shattered into pieces, and his tiger-like eyes, sharp as knives, stared straight at him.

"Kid, don't be too sure of yourself. Be careful not to bite off more than you can chew."

Xu Jinhuan remained silent, only slightly closing his eyes.

The next moment, a faint, hazy phoenix silhouette slowly emerged from behind it.

(End of this chapter)