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Chapter 417: Another Bet with Lu Xiaofeng
Chapter 417: Another Bet with Lu Xiaofeng
Su Shaoying, Duguyihe, Ximen Chuixue...
Forget about Lu Xiaofeng, even Yu Luosha would probably have to kneel. There was not a single person in the world who could stand against the combined might of these three.
"There's no need to involve Master Dugong in this matter since the Wudang Sect is taking the lead," Lu Xiaofeng said with a laugh.
"That's why we came to you, to see if you have any ideas," Hua Manlou said.
"What's there to think about? The excuse is right in front of us," Su Shaoying smiled.
Lu Xiaofeng asked curiously, "What idea?"
"Ximen Chuixue's sword is the sharpest spear in the world, and your two fingers are the sturdiest shield," Su Shaoying spread his hands, "It's only natural that Ximen Chuixue would be curious about your fingers, right?"
Hua Manlou shook his head, "But that's not enough for Ximen Chuixue to pursue Lu Xiaofeng."
Su Shaoying thought for a moment, and it seemed that this was indeed not enough reason for Ximen Chuixue to chase after Lu Xiaofeng. In the original story, at the end of the Phantom Manor, Ximen Chuixue wanted to take the opportunity to force Lu Xiaofeng to show his hand, but that was based on the excuse of pursuing him.
Now...
As Lu Xiaofeng's friend and even a friend who owed him a favor, Ximen Chuixue truly had no excuse to make a move against Lu Xiaofeng.
"In that case, let's not bother Ximen Chuixue," Su Shaoying said, "Ximen Chuixue has finally shown a bit of humanity, and he's currently at home enjoying family life. Why would you want to drag him out again?"
"What if he really takes an interest and decides to test your Lingxi Finger?" Su Shaoying asked.
Lu Xiaofeng thought about it, and if that were the case, he felt that he had no other choice but to pretend to be dead.
"Do you have any other ideas?" Hua Manlou asked.
"Yes," Su Shaoying nodded, "Your goal is to locate the Phantom Manor, infiltrate it, and uncover any potential major plans they might have, right?"
"Right," Lu Xiaofeng agreed.
"Exactly," Hua Manlou said.
"Then if we capture the mastermind behind the Phantom Manor, won't everything be resolved?" Su Shaoying asked.
"What you're saying is complete nonsense," Lu Xiaofeng retorted unhappily, "If we could capture the mastermind behind the Phantom Manor, why would we be sitting here listening to your nonsense?"
"But isn't the mastermind behind the Phantom Manor obvious?" Su Shaoying asked earnestly.
Lu Xiaofeng and Hua Manlou were left a little stunned, and Lu Xiaofeng couldn't help but ask, "You know who it is?"
"There's a Wudang swordsman in the manor, and Shi Yanzi voluntarily asked for your help. This indicates that the Phantom Manor is connected to the Wudang Sect. So, who among the Wudang Sect is closest to you?" Su Shaoying asked with a smile.
Hua Manlou raised his hand to his forehead, and Lu Xiaofeng was left dumbfounded.
Everyone in the world knew who Lu Xiaofeng was closest to in the Wudang Sect. It was none other than the most venerated figure in the sect, the elder with the highest status and most prestigious identity—the Wudang Wooden Daoist.
Hua Manlou bitterly smiled, "We're having a serious discussion here."
Su Shaoying's face turned solemn as he said earnestly, "I am being serious. Qingyi Lou Hoxiu, Tianqin Men Hotian Qing, Liushan Men Jin Jiuling, Baiyun City Master Ye Gucheng, Yinyang Zi Fang Yfei...
Before their true identities were exposed, who among them wasn't a renowned figure in the martial arts world? Who wasn't a good friend of Lu Xiaofeng? Who would have thought that they were actually the masterminds behind a series of major incidents?"
"Then who else could it be?" Su Shaoying blinked innocently.
"Just because he's my friend?" Lu Xiaofeng was truly angry now, pounding the table as he spoke. "Mark my words, if the Wood Daoist is indeed the mastermind behind the Phantom Manor, I'll eat this table!"
Su Shaoying's eyes lit up. "A promise is a promise?"
Lu Xiaofeng narrowed his eyes. "But what if he isn't?"
"You tell me," Su Shaoying said with a smile.
Lu Xiaofeng felt confident and, being a kind person, had no intention of letting Su Shaoying eat the table, as it was physically impossible.
However, there was one thing he had been brooding over for a long time, and he was determined to get his revenge for it. With a mischievous smile, he said, "If the Wood Daoist isn't the master of the Phantom Manor, then you'll have to drink a bowl of satin soup!"
"With the exact same spices as my bowl!" Lu Xiaofeng added maliciously. "I'll even have Xue Bing bring a red satin ribbon, the kind they use in their organization!"
Su Shaoying extended his right hand. "Impossible to catch up with four horses!"
Lu Xiaofeng burst out laughing and eagerly extended his right hand to slap Su Shaoying's palm, sealing the deal.
Hua Manlou shook his head with a bitter smile. "You two, always getting sidetracked. Our current goal is to figure out how Lu Xiaofeng can make contact with the Phantom Manor without arousing suspicion and then infiltrate it."
"And your idea is to have Ximen Chuixue pursue Lu Xiaofeng?" Su Shaoying asked.
"Yes," Hua Manlou nodded.
"But Ximen Chuixue isn't the only formidable master in the world, is he?" Su Shaoying inquired.
"No one else has a reason to pursue me," Lu Xiaofeng shook his head, then added proudly, "And besides him, who else could pose such a threat to me?"
"You look so confident; I hope you can maintain that attitude when you're being chased," Su Shaoying said, giving him a thumbs up.
Hua Manlou's expression shifted. "So, you've already thought of a plan?"
"Of course," Su Shaoying nodded.
"What plan?" Lu Xiaofeng asked.
"Don't forget, you no longer belong to yourself," Su Shaoying said mysteriously.
"What do you mean?" Lu Xiaofeng was confused.
"You're now the daughter of the Master of Unnamed Island and the personal property of the Palace Master," Su Shaoying explained with a smile.
Realization dawned on Hua Manlou. "You want Palace Nine to pursue Lu Xiaofeng?"
"Unnamed Island isn't completely unknown. The Invisible People have made their moves from time to time, and many are aware of their existence. I'm sure the Phantom Manor must have heard of them as well," Su Shaoying reasoned.
"Palace Nine's martial arts skills are no less impressive than Ximen Chuixue's. At the very least, she's capable of chasing Lu Xiaofeng. And if that's not enough, we can always add some Invisible People from Unnamed Island to the mix. If you feel it's still insufficient, Lu Xiaofeng can always capture the Palace Master and draw out the Master of Unnamed Island as well," Su Shaoying suggested, clapping his hands.
"Believe me, I can guarantee that they will sincerely pursue Lu Xiaofeng. There's no need to worry about them playing pretend or going easy on him," Su Shaoying assured them.
Hua Manlou fell silent, unable to find the right words.
Lu Xiaofeng, on the other hand, remained expressionless as he dryly commented, "It seems like you really want them to kill me so you can renege on our bet."
(End of Chapter)
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