Ultimate Exchange

Xu Yi led Xiong Kui and the others into a nearby private room, where they immediately peppered him with questions.

Xu Yi's thoughts churned. He cupped his hands and said, "The situation isn't good. Your younger sister seems to have lost her memory. Zen Master Jiuru has taken her in as his disciple. From what I saw, she hasn't suffered any hardship; her complexion and mood are both excellent. Zen Master Jiuru is serving as an envoy this time, and he may not be using your sister as a pawn. Still, to be safe, I made my identity clear and explained my connection with her, hoping to make Jiuru back down. I'll also inform Marquis Anqing and ask him to bring pressure to bear. Besides, I have some history with the Third Prince, so I'll ask him to help smooth things over as well. If Jiuru really has some crooked intentions, he should know when to back off."

He couldn't tell them everything about Xia Zimo's situation. And even if he did, Xiong Kui and the others were in no position to help. It would only deepen their grief.

Hearing this, Xiong Kui and the others were both shocked and terrified. They all said that it was no wonder they had shouted so loudly that day, yet their younger sister hadn't even noticed.

"Thank you, Brother Xu. I know a single word of thanks can never repay even a fraction of your great kindness. I can only promise that if you ever need us, my brothers and I will go through fire and water without hesitation."

Only then did Xiong Kui remember that he hadn't yet thanked Xu Yi. He rose and bowed deeply, and the others followed with a formal bow.

Xu Yi helped them back up. "I said