Chapter 54: Chap 54

“Uncle. I have returned.”

“Where have you been?” There was irritation in his voice.

“I was visiting Xincheng, uncle.”

“Does it have anything to do with that girl from the branch family?” Uncle knew I only had one attachment to that city.

“Yes, uncle.”

He made an audible sigh. “Did you “do” anything?”

He got his own source from the hidden guards. There was no use to lie. “Yes, uncle.”

“Ya Qi. I know this is your personal matter, but you have to understand our situation. We are in a succession war. We need more allies and less enemies. You can’t just burn the field because someone got bitten by a flea. Can’t you wait for when you have the clan in your hands?”

“Uncle. Ya Qi believes at that time you will advise me to be merciful and to act as the mediator between factions of our clan, rather than allowing me to carry on with my personal agenda.”

His pupils slightly dilated then quickly contracted. “Then just let it slide. Why can’t you let by-gone be by-gone? Did you need to put the prospect of your succession in danger?”

“Uncle. You don’t know so you could say it. After her father went missing, Dong Meng took over the branch in Xincheng. Yun An was neglected. She was forced to live in a hut all by herself outside the city. She was bullied by the Chen’s brat. A girl who is not even ten was made to live through all of that. She could die without anyone knowing.”

“That doesn’t mean you could just beat up both of them in broad daylight. Why did you have to create more allies for the heir faction? If you want that girl to be on your side, there are ways that are much better.”

“Uncle. There are many things Ya Qi can tolerate, but Ya Qi will not forgive anyone that dares to hurt Yun An. Ya Qi had promised with auntie to keep her safe, and Ya Qi will keep his word.”

Uncle let out another sigh. “It has already been done. There is no point to speak about it further.” He grabbed my shoulders. “If you want to do something like this again, can you promise me you will keep it moderate and discuss it with uncle first? Can you at least do that for your uncle?”

“Ya Qi understands.”

“Then, that’s good.” He breathed a sigh of relief. Uncle procured a letter from his sleeve. “While you were gone, the people of He clan came bearing gifts. This letter is addressed to you. Does this have anything to do with that girl too?”

 

Surely the hidden guards reported it back to him that after meeting with young master He, I immediately set the path to Xincheng. Uncle ought to have drawn the connection, so this was why uncle was so patient after I kicked off a fuss at Xincheng.

 

Even before opening the letter, I could already guess the content. After one read, I passed it back to uncle.

 

“Since it had come to this. Ya Qi. Play along with him.”

“Yes, uncle.”

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Our conversation is interrupted by the housekeeper. “Master. Young master. The people of He clan are at the door along with the gifts.”

“Again?” I asked.

“Yes, young master.”

“Housekeeper. Invite them in.”

“Yes, master.”

 

Ever since then, I and young master He have become much closer. Those around me can be divided into two major groups. Those who tried to use me for their gain, and those who are too loyal to a fault. Young master He is in between these two extremes. He is not at the level of Yun An, but he is close. More importantly, I know he wouldn’t look down on her. The more I talk with him, the clearer it becomes. He is interested in Yun An. Considering his less-than-courageous nature, I understand why he is attracted to Yun An.

 

However, it did wrinkle my eyebrows. Just who is this Yun An he was describing? The Yun An I knew of is not that paragon of power. Still, I did hear about a similar feat in Xincheng. Yun An is sweet and shy. It’s wild to suggest that she stood up for herself against her uncle, Dong Meng. Could losing her memories have such an effect on her? Then is she still the Yun An I know and love? I need to see her. I want to talk to her.

 

That wish, however, is shelved for the moment. The servants have been out there for months, but her whereabouts remains a mystery. I didn’t even know who her master was, the sect he belongs to, or what his cultivation was. The citizens of Xincheng described him as a wise old man who saved Yun An from Dong Meng so I am a bit relieved. I still need to meet him, him and Tian Zhong. If that is truly the Tian Zhong, I fought against.

 

With young master He accompanied me, we arrived at Gudu. My fifteenth birthday is one month from now. This year will be my last. The only rivals I know would be Tian Zhong or young master Wang, if they attempt this year. Tian Zhong didn’t attend the last tournament. He should have been busy with training. Young master Wang has only partaken once as far as I know. He too is a variable.

 

Then, young master He comes to mind. He told me he would be fighting this year. He is far weaker than me, and I am not afraid of him pulling tricks under my nose. There is no reason for him to do so, considering his clan’s circumstance. He couldn’t be planning to win, rather he used this as an excuse to be in my company. Young master He. Despite your weak personalities, you can be cunning sometimes. Me or Yun An who is his target? It could be both. Regardless, I will let him be for now. He met my requirement, largely thanks to his attitude toward Yun An. I hope this friendship is not an act.

 

We decided to stop at my favorite. This restaurant has a variety of snack food with the taste to match. People don’t frequent this restaurant as much as the other big ones because of its heavy price. For enjoyers with spare cash, it’s a must-go.

 

Half of our servants were in charge of bringing the carriage and our belongings to the hotel for us. Only half were with us to the restaurant. The waiter came out to welcome us but was quickly dismissed by the manager. He cordially showed us inside. That was the moment I found her.

 

“Yun An.”

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