Suijun starts with the principle of rewarding diligence.

Lobby.

Everyone else had left, leaving only Xia Zhuxin and Su Miaoyin sitting on the chairs on either side, staring at each other.

Upon seeing Bu Qu walking from the backyard, the two women stood up at the same time and went to greet him.

"Buqu".

Xia Zhuxin was about to speak, intending to explain the earlier assassin incident, when she saw Su Miaoyin wrap her arms around Bu Qu's left arm. She frowned, inwardly cursing, "This shameless woman, seeing Bu Qu display his strength, she doesn't even bother to pretend anymore; she has absolutely no ladylike restraint."

Bu Qu hadn't expected Su Miaoyin to be so direct. He tried to pull his hand away, but she held him tightly. His actions, instead of breaking free, only made the atmosphere more intimate.

Looking at her smiling eyes, Bu Qu thought to himself, "Although I don't know her motives, in the current situation, I guess I'm the one who's benefiting, right?"

He turned to look at Xia Zhuxin: "Miss Xia, what brings you here?"

Xia Zhuxin's voice was full of apology: "I was very offended by what happened at the market earlier."

She initially wanted to say that the old man had instructed her to do it. But then she thought that would seem like she was trying to shift the blame, so she simply apologized.

Seeing her bow, Bu Qu understood: 'She's referring to the assassin's actions earlier.'

He heard about the general situation yesterday when he went to deliver the red-scaled sturgeon to Zhong Ling.

It is said that the old man couldn't accept defeat, so he sent two assassins to kill Zhong Ling in order to take back the gold.

He was just an old man who ran a stall; how could he possibly have the ability to command two retainers of the Xia family?

It sounds like an excuse.

Moreover, Buqu also heard that when Zhong Su led people to the Xia residence to demand an explanation, Zhong Yun even defended the Xia residence.

Considering Zhong Yun's traitorous nature, this person is most likely colluding with the Xia family.

With Mr. Zhong's discerning eye, he should be able to see through the trickery involved.

However, he still let the matter drop, presumably because his grandson was involved and he couldn't bear to take action.

When I spoke with my senior brother He earlier, he also reminded me that "the tallest tree in the forest will be felled by the wind."

Even those born into the Zhong family can be attacked by villains.

Now that I'm starting to make a name for myself, I need to be careful.

Bu Qu glanced at his right wrist.

Hidden beneath her sleeve was a jade bracelet of emerald green.

This is a magical artifact given to me by He Qing. By simply infusing spiritual energy into the jade bracelet, a protective barrier can be created around the wearer, rendering ordinary swords and blades ineffective.

As a potential newcomer qualified to participate in the Lungmen Election, the Seeker will provide some resources to help him.

Most people would be given Spirit Gathering Pills. But Bu Qu's situation was special, so he didn't need any. Therefore, He Qing gave him a protective bracelet instead.

Even without He Qing's reminder, Bu Qu planned to spend as much time as possible on the water before heading to the Zhengdao Sect.

In Heishui County, with the advantage of home ground, he fears no one. If he encounters someone he can't beat, and wants to run away, no one can stop him.

Su Miaoyin had also conducted a thorough investigation into this matter. Upon hearing Xia Zhuxin mention it, she retorted sarcastically, "Your Xia family just loves doing these shady things."

Having said that, she tightened her grip on the arm she was holding and said to Bu Qu, "Young Master Bu, stay away from her. She's plain-looking, but she's full of wicked schemes. If you continue to associate with her, you'll definitely suffer a great loss."

Xia Zhuxin gritted her teeth and glared fiercely at Su Miaoyin.

The two families were already at odds, so they naturally seized the opportunity to kick each other when one was down.

The Xia family was in the wrong in this matter, and Xia Zhuxin didn't have a good solution, so she could only act according to Bu Qu's mood.

Xia Zhuxin couldn't bring herself to cling to him like Su Miaoyin.

Now that the Xia family and Buqu have a rift, it all depends on the other party's attitude.

If the other party is willing to let the matter go, apologize, and then they can keep to themselves and avoid each other in the future.

If the other party holds a grudge, then there's no choice but to break off all pretense and fight to the bitter end.

At this moment, Bu Qu only wanted to return to Blackwater Lake as soon as possible to catch the Red-scaled Sturgeon and to cultivate his spiritual power to perfection as soon as possible.

The fact that the Xia family sent assassins to kill Zhong Ling was a complete accident for him.

Since Xia Zhuxin took the initiative to make peace, Bu Qu did not want to pursue the matter for the time being.

"Miss Xia, you're overthinking it. This matter is long gone. Even Old Master Zhong wouldn't pursue it further, so naturally I won't take it to heart either."

Xia Zhuxin smiled apologetically and thanked him again: "Young Master Bu, I am extremely grateful for your forgiveness."

Bu Qu was willing to let the matter drop, and she had originally wanted to ask if she could buy a red-scaled sturgeon from him.

She was willing to pay a high price to buy it as long as Buqu was willing to sell.

But the current situation is really not suitable for speaking.

Xia Zhuxin bowed to Bu Qu and then rose to take her leave.

Only Bu Qu and Su Miaoyin remained in the main hall.

Bu Qu also planned to leave, but Su Miaoyin insisted on keeping him from leaving.

Her voice was sweet and her movements were seductive; she was truly alluring.

Normally, Buqu wouldn't mind exchanging a few moves with her.

"But there's only a month left until the Lungmen election. What are you trying to achieve by testing your cadres with this?"

Bu Qu coughed twice: "Miss Su, isn't this a bit inappropriate?"

Su Miaoyin's eyes curved into a smile, her voice soft and sweet: "Is Young Master uncomfortable? Shall we change positions?"

"Cough cough... It's alright, let's leave it at that." Bu Qu thought that staying at the dojo all the time wasn't going to make a difference, so he said, "How about we go home first?"

"Go to your place or mine?"

"Of course, I'll go back to my house."

"Um."

Buqu arrived at the dojo in a carriage provided by the Zhong family.

Considering that he would have some time to talk with Senior Brother He, he sent the coachman back first.

The Su family's carriage remained parked in front of the martial arts school.

Bu Qu then rode home in a carriage with Su Miaoyin.

Inside the train carriage.

Since Su Miaoyin refused to let go, Bu Qu simply gave her a proper once-over.

Even though it was already winter, she was still wearing a white dress with a short hem that didn't reach her knees.

At the age of sixteen, she was at the most beautiful and innocent, yet she also possessed a certain allure that could easily captivate anyone who wasn't careful.

Shoulder-length sideburns framed a delicate oval face, with thin, rosy lips, large, bright eyes that resembled peach hearts, brimming with affection.

Bu Qu withdrew his gaze, inwardly sighing, "It's just that her body hasn't fully developed yet. If she were two years older, she would absolutely be a rare beauty."

Before long, the two arrived at Tangjing House by boat.

Seeing Su Miaoyin walking towards the side room arm in arm with Bu Qu, Wang Erlang secretly envious thought: 'Ah Qu is so lucky!'

Wang Erlang had met Su Miaoyin once before, and although he didn't know her identity, he could tell from her appearance and clothes that she must be the daughter of a wealthy family.

Judging from their postures, it seems the woman was the one who took the initiative.

He couldn't help but glance at Wang Xiaoya, and muttered in a low voice, "Look at her, and then look at you. All these years, I've given you opportunities, and you've failed miserably. What kind of taste do you have?"

Wang Xiaoya bit her lip and lowered her head, remaining silent.

Seeing a tea set on the table, Su Miaoyin smiled and said, "Bulang, let me pour you some tea."

After saying that, she walked to the table, picked up a cup, and bent down to pour tea.

Su Miaoyin lowered her upper body, causing her skirt to sway back and forth.

Seeing this, Bu Qu couldn't help but smirk: 'Hmm, this pose facing me...perfect opportunity to slip away.'