When the Time Comes, It Won't Be This Price!

"Liu is dull-witted. Can Master Su please explain in detail?"

Liu Zhengfeng's tone carried a hint of displeasure.

He didn't know Su Chen's true intentions, but it was only natural for him to be unhappy when someone cursed his entire family to die violently.

"You want to wash your hands of the martial world and retire, but have you considered that some people won't want to see that happen?"

What Su Chen was referring to, of course, was Zuo Lengchan of Mount Song.

Zuo Lengchan was an out-and-out ambitious man.

He had always wanted to unify the Five Great Sword Sects, integrate their forces, and form a single Five Great Sect to truly establish a foothold in the martial world.

Now, it was a critical moment in the execution of his plan.

But at this juncture, Liu Zhengfeng, the second-in-command of Mount Heng, was planning to retire from the martial world.

This would undoubtedly have a significant impact on Zuo Lengchan's plan.

How could he possibly allow Liu Zhengfeng to wash his hands of the martial world?

Liu Zhengfeng, however, was unaware of these machinations and asked with some confusion, "I wonder who Master Su is referring to?"

"Zuo Lengchan of Mount Song!" Su Chen said, enunciating each word clearly.

Upon hearing Zuo Lengchan's name, Liu Zhengfeng was first stunned, then couldn't help but laugh.

If others intended to stop him from retiring, he might have believed it.

But if Zuo Lengchan of Mount Song was unwilling, he wouldn't believe it for all the tea in China.

Even before he had decided to retire, he had already sent a post to Zuo Lengchan, detailing the matter.

At that time, Zuo Lengchan had not expressed any objection.

Therefore, Su Chen saying now that Zuo Lengchan opposed his retirement sounded utterly ridiculous.

Moreover, even if Zuo Lengchan truly opposed his retirement, he would simply object directly; he wouldn't go so far as to slaughter his entire family.

After all, the guests present were all prominent figures in the martial world.

How would Zuo Lengchan dare to defy the martial world and slaughter his entire family?

Otherwise, how could Zuo Lengchan continue to operate in the martial world in the future?

Seeing Liu Zhengfeng's expression, Su Chen could guess his thoughts.

"Liu Zhengfeng has been in the martial world for so many years, yet he's still so naive."

"He doesn't even understand the simple principle that might makes right. It's no wonder his entire family was wiped out in his original world."

"Mount Song's strength is absolutely paramount among the Five Great Sword Sects. If Zuo Lengchan truly wanted to do something, which of the other sects would dare to object, or have the strength to object?"

Su Chen grumbled inwardly but was too lazy to explain to Liu Zhengfeng.

After all, making money was his primary objective.

"Whether you believe it or not is up to you," Su Chen said. "If you're willing to believe me, give me thirty thousand taels of silver now, and I'll resolve this matter for you, ensuring not a single hair on your family's heads is harmed."

Hearing this, Liu Zhengfeng finally felt a flicker of realization.

"So that's how it is. So that's how it is. These two came to my Liu Manor, likely with the intention of scrounging for money."

"They've said so much, all for the sake of getting money."

When Liu Zhengfeng had bought his official position, he had already gained some insight into the faces of those in the imperial court.

In his mind, most court officials were vampires, only wanting money and nothing else.

Therefore, upon hearing Su Chen ask for money now, he categorized Su Chen with those types of people.

"Fine, fine. It's not worth offending such a master for a mere sum of money. I'll just give them some money to send them away."

With this thought, Liu Zhengfeng forced a smile onto his face.

"Thank you for your concern, Master Su. However, Liu believes that Senior Brother Zuo would not go to such lengths."

"I'll pass on paying you to act."

"Of course, since you two have traveled from afar, I won't let you make a wasted trip."

Saying this, he instructed his butler outside, "Go get a thousand taels of silver and give it to the two gentlemen for tea."

Meanwhile, Captain Xing, who had been silent all along, had already heard the entire story.

Although he also didn't quite believe that Zuo Lengchan would slaughter Liu Zhengfeng's entire family, he had a blind trust in Su Chen.

Now, seeing that Liu Zhengfeng refused to believe him, he felt a bit displeased.

"Liu Zhengfeng, General Liu, my Brother Su never speaks nonsense. You should think carefully, this matter concerns the lives of your entire family."

"Don't wait until Zuo Lengchan sends people to attack you, and then you'll have no chance to regret it..."

Captain Xing wanted to continue speaking, but Su Chen raised his hand to stop him.

"It's fine, I understand that Brigadier General Liu doesn't want to believe me."

As he spoke, Su Chen looked back at Liu Zhengfeng.

"The price is thirty thousand taels right now. Once Zuo Lengchan actually makes a move, this won't be the price anymore."

After speaking, Su Chen, without waiting for Liu Zhengfeng's response, beckoned Captain Xing and walked outside.

As they passed the entrance, Liu Manor's butler happened to arrive with one thousand taels of silver.

Captain Xing looked at the thousand taels of silver with disdain and wasn't prepared to accept it.

Su Chen, however, had no qualms about it.

Why wouldn't he take free money?

Although this was given to him and couldn't be used for recharging, it was still quite appealing as a daily expense.

Thus, under Su Chen's instruction, Captain Xing reluctantly accepted the silver.

Immediately, the two headed out and left Liu Manor.

Watching their departing backs, Liu Zhengfeng remained silent for a long time, ultimately not speaking to ask them to stay.

Outside Liu Manor, on the street.

Captain Xing held the silver, his expression displeased.

"Brother Su, that Liu Zhengfeng is really clueless."

"When have you ever lied? You said his entire family would be wiped out, and they would be! He still doesn't believe you. Hmph..."

Captain Xing's face was filled with indignation.

Su Chen maintained his usual expression, showing no displeasure.

For him, making money was always the top priority.

Liu Zhengfeng acting this way now was exactly what he wanted.

If he was unwilling to believe and unwilling to pay thirty thousand taels now, then once Zuo Lengchan's people actually attacked, Su Chen wouldn't be named Su if he didn't charge him over a hundred thousand taels.

"Alright, I'm not even angry, why are you?" Su Chen said with a smile.

He glanced back at the gate of Liu Manor.

"To see his grand mansion rise, to see him feast his guests, to see his mansion collapse!"

Thinking about how he would soon make a fortune and become rich overnight, Su Chen felt extremely pleased and couldn't help but hum the lyrics from "The Peach Blossom Fan - Sorrowful Jiangnan" softly.

Since Su Chen wasn't saying anything, Captain Xing naturally didn't say any more.

"Brother Su, where are we going now?"

"Let's just find a place near Liu Manor to rest for a while. Once the Golden Basin Hand-Washing Ceremony officially begins, we'll come back and make a grand appearance..."

"Got it, Brother Su. I'll listen to you."

Captain Xing replied, then followed Su Chen as they walked into the distance.

"Oh right, don't forget the three thousand taels you promised me."

"Brother Su, you're lying to me. You planned to come find Liu Zhengfeng from the start."

"I don't care about that. You already agreed to pay. If you go back on your word now, I'll get angry."

"Brother Su, don't do anything rash. I'll pay, I'll pay. I'll give it to you after this is over..."

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