After delivering his father's instructions, Zhou An relaxed. He gazed lovingly at his wife while chatting with Bai Tianxiong and Chu Qi about strange tales and gossip.
After about the time it took to burn an incense stick, Bai Tianxiong finally summoned Ruan Hanyun and had him lead the two distinguished guests to the VIP seats, saying he would join them shortly.
Zhou An and his wife followed Ruan Hanyun out of the inner hall into the brilliant sunlight, utterly unaware that an exceptionally tall and imposing man lay prone atop the hall's roof. This showed just how profound Xiang Yang's concealed cultivation was, and how ingenious his methods.
"They've left. I didn't expect that old bastard to be willing to send him here—and to bring such bad news. Ah Qi, what do you plan to do?"
Once there were no outsiders left in the room, the atmosphere froze again, becoming far more tense.
Only after a long while did Bai Tianxiong let out a sigh and ask Chu Qi at his side. His tone was unreadable, carrying a trace of helplessness.
"What plans could I possibly have? Back then, I acted under your command. None of my people were involved in that matter either. No matter how formidable Xiang Yang is, as long as he can't find any evidence, there's nothing he can do to me.
"Rather, it's you—have you truly made up your mind to turn your back on Zhou Tong and side with that person? You'd better think this through. Zhou Tong may seem broad-minded outwardly, but inwardly he is deeply suspicious. What he cannot tolerate most is betrayal. If he learns of your Bai family's plans, I'm afraid..."
Chu Qi did not finish his words, but the coldness and unease in his eyes already made clear