Sikong Jing had to ensure that the entire family remained whole and unharmed.
What was more, Willow Leaf Holy Manor had to return them to him without anyone suffering so much as a reprimanding blow.
Across from him, Ye Wuzhi could not help opening his mouth wide, completely bewildered.
Asking Su Yuexi how she could avoid being harmed—was this also some negotiating tactic of Ba Hun's heir?
Still, he ultimately did not ask further and replied, "Our manor lord promised me that as long as I found out your true purpose for coming to Willow Leaf City, he would not punish Yuexi again."
Though Ye Wuzhi could not make heads or tails of it, he decided to try moving Ba Hun's heir with sincerity. It was the only move he had.
Hearing this, Sikong Jing immediately smiled and let out a long breath.
Then he called out loudly, "Yuexi, come out."
As soon as he spoke, Su Yuexi gently opened the door to the lounge at the very back of the office. Looking at Ye Wuzhi with delight, she said, "Little Granduncle."
The moment her words fell, Ye Wuzhi froze again, utterly dumbfounded.
What was going on now? Ba Hun's heir had suddenly changed his tune, then directly called Su Yuexi out as well.
Was he preparing to release her?
Had his negotiation somehow already succeeded?
While Ye Wuzhi stood there with a face full of confusion, Su Yuexi had already walked gracefully to Sikong Jing's side. Sikong Jing was naturally about to explain the truth to Ye Wuzhi. Rising to his feet, he cupped his fists and said, "My apologies, Little Granduncle. Just now, I..."
Naturally, he meant to apologize for his earlier test, but before he could finish... chirp!
A message bird suddenly landed in Sikong Jing's hand.