40. Rescue Plan!

"Judging from your expressions, do you know each other?" Lan Five asked, noticing the strange looks on their faces.

"Well, I can only say I've seen them before." Su Xiaoxiao nodded slightly, without offering any further comment.

"Let me tell you, he is Mo Qingyu, the second young master of the Mu Family in Chongming City!"

Lan Five's tone suddenly became somewhat excited, but when he saw Mo Qingyu, he didn't really care.

"Um, what about first place?"

Thinking about this person's character, Su Xiaoxiao felt speechless. The second young master? Subconsciously, she asked again.

"First? The number one in the Mu Family is definitely Miss Mo Liyuan! Miss Mo is elegant, dignified, and beautiful! Apart from that young lady from the Bingtang Family, she is absolutely everyone's dream girl!"

Lan Five took a sip of Moutai from the table and said with great certainty, his eyes gleaming, as if he were deep in thought.

As they were talking, another stunningly beautiful young woman walked in amidst the lingering, dreamy gazes of the crowd.

The young girl's face was as smooth as jade, her eyes filled with spring water. She wore a white peony-patterned gauze dress, and a flowing white skirt with plum blossoms draped over her waist. She had a delicate, sweet, and alluring air about her.

Her alluring eyes were clear and captivating, and the people at the surrounding tables were also mesmerized by them.

"Yes, that's her!"

Lan Five held a wine glass in his hand, glaring at Mo Liyuan with a hateful look, seemingly harboring some unspeakable resentment.

"It is indeed very beautiful."

Su Xiaoxiao nodded, feeling nothing. Whenever she thought of Luo Xiyan, she felt that everyone else's appearance was actually just average.

Ling Luoluo nodded, bewildered, because she didn't know what she was thinking either!

It's unclear whether Lan Five was born with a love for talking, but his gaze followed Mo Liyuan and Mo Qingyu in the crowd, and there was a hint of barely perceptible resentment in his eyes.

"Mo Liyuan is highly skilled in martial arts; even my elder brother isn't confident he can defeat her!"

Feeling that things were getting interesting, Su Xiaoxiao listened to it as if it were a story, but didn't really care.

"Sister Xiao Xiao, I'll be right back after I go out for a bit."

Ling Feng suddenly stood up and said.

"OK."

Su Xiaoxiao nodded, unsure of Ling Feng's intentions, and responded instinctively.

Ling Luoluo seemed to want to go too, but Ling Feng insisted that she stay with Su Xiaoxiao, making the excuse that he was just going to the restroom, but that wasn't actually the case.

Ling Feng is now starting to suspect Zhao Ping's whereabouts.

Logically speaking, since it was his first time here and he was unfamiliar with the place, he didn't even bother to greet him upon arrival.

He doesn't reply to my messages, and he doesn't answer my calls. It's like he's vanished into thin air.

"Could she have been kidnapped by human traffickers?"

Ling Feng felt a vague sense of unease.

Before we knew it, more and more people had arrived, and dishes were being served one after another.

The banquet was lively and unconventional, with the sounds of string and wind instruments filling the air. Guests clinked glasses, chatted merrily, and enjoyed themselves immensely.

However, it was obvious to everyone that everyone was incredibly bored. They exchanged perfunctory greetings, and while there was indeed singing and dancing, it was a common sight in the city, which only annoyed them and made them less surprising.

Ling Feng walked to the door, intending to go outside and try making another call; it was too noisy to talk in here.

Just then, another wave of people surged in, and the first thing that caught their eye was a plain-colored strapless ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress).

Then, a familiar face came into view.

The girl was surrounded by many people, but they all made way for her, showing that she was pure and untainted, like a lotus rising from the mud, cleansed by the clear water without becoming seductive.

She wore a light gauze jacket, an antique jade bracelet on her fair wrist, a love knot tied around her waist, and a dark blue gauze draped over her sleeves.

She gives off a sense of distance, like someone with a charming smile and beautiful eyes. She has fair skin, a slender figure, and delicate features, reminiscent of a lotus emerging from clear water.

You might feel an indescribable gentle aura emanating from her the moment you first meet her; the girl is none other than Bingtang Lingxin!

As soon as she stepped into the courtyard, Bingtang Lingxin noticed Ling Feng walking towards her, and a look of joy appeared on her face.

"Young Master Ling"

"Miss Rock Candy? I'm sorry, I'm busy right now and can't chat."

Ling Feng glanced at it quickly, his tone indifferent, showing absolutely no enthusiasm, before leaving.

Many people around Bingtang Lingxin who witnessed this scene scoffed at Ling Feng, some even hurling insults, and some even swore in the direction Ling Feng had left.

"Hey! What kind of attitude is that?! How dare you talk to Miss Bing Tang like that?! Come back here if you dare, and I'll teach you a lesson!"

One of them was already annoyed and almost chased after someone to attack them, but fortunately, someone with him was more rational and pulled him back.

"Exactly! Miss Bing Tang was being generous by greeting you, who do you think you are?!"

"Believe it or not, I'll chop off your hands and legs?! What the hell?!"

"Miss Bing Tang, I'll do whatever you say. Just say the word, and I can keep that kid bedridden for months!"

At this point, many of Bingtang Lingxin's supporters were already "complaining and expressing their indignation" on her behalf.

"Please don't be like that, everyone. Young Master Ling probably has important business to attend to."

Upon seeing Bingtang Lingxin looked troubled and stood alone in the direction Ling Feng had left, hoping that Ling Feng hadn't heard what these people were saying.

Sometimes she felt awkward because everyone seemed too enthusiastic and supportive of her, and because of this, she would often unintentionally hurt others.

Although Bingtang Lingxin usually tries to avoid it, it's still impossible to completely eliminate it.

Chapter Forty: The Rescue Plan!

Actually, Ling Feng had overheard the conversation between the people behind him while they were still inside the door.

However, he didn't care, because there was nothing to care about.

When a person gains the support of the vast majority, or even the entire population, it's not just about saving face; there must be other reasons behind it.

It's like a celebrity holding a concert, and you, for no reason, publicly slap the celebrity in the face. If their fans saw that, wouldn't they kill you?!

Of course, that wasn't the real reason why Ling Feng didn't care; the main reason was that he wasn't worried at all.

If anyone dares to chase after us, Ling Feng wouldn't mind letting that person taste his brick!

Not far from the Mo Family Estate is an ancient bridge with a few streetlights. The dim yellow light reflects on the bridge, and there are not many pedestrians here at night, making it quite secluded and quiet.

Countless golden-red carp swim in the clear blue water of the pond, playing along the lights on the shore. The lush green bamboo and deep green banana leaves rustle and sway in the wind.

Even at this distance, the thunderous applause and deafening drumbeats could still be heard from the Mu Family mansion.

A vast, bustling scene, filled with the noise of people and the neighing of horses.

Ling Feng called Zhao Ping several more times, but no one answered; the phone wasn't switched off.

Ling Feng had speculated that, logically speaking, Zhao Ping, being new to the area, couldn't possibly not have looked at or carried his phone all day, could he?

Could it be lost?

Just when he was at his wit's end, Ling Feng's phone rang, displaying an unfamiliar number.

Ling Feng initially thought it was another sales call and didn't want to answer it. Since getting a new phone, he's been receiving a lot of sales or scam calls for no reason, so he rarely answers calls from unknown numbers.

However, the phone number displayed was from Chongming City!

Do I know anyone here?

Ling Feng felt something was off, but he still pressed the answer button.

Before he could even speak, a series of wailing and screaming sounds came from the other end of the phone!

"Hey, is this Brother Feng?? Brother Feng, help me!!"

"You, you're Zhao Ping??"

Upon hearing the somewhat familiar voice, Ling Feng quickly realized who it was.

"Don't rush, tell me what's going on. I'm at this banquet hosted by the Mu Family, and I don't even know where you are?"

Ling Feng spoke calmly, as if he were speaking a glass of plain water.

Sometimes when faced with urgent situations, the first thing to do is to remain calm and not panic. Otherwise, you'll lose the ability to think clearly, and how will you solve the problem? No matter how grief-stricken you are, you must suppress it.

Just like now, Ling Feng's mind was completely blank; he had no idea what had happened.

"Yes, yes, yes! The Mu Family held a banquet tonight, and I was locked in a room in the backyard of the mansion! They confiscated my cell phone, communication devices, cash, and everything else!"

"Ling Feng, Brother Feng, you can't forget about me! I finally managed to steal a cell phone from the guard, and I bet I'll be caught soon!"

Zhao Ping sounded anxious and panicked. Ling Feng could tell that he was not in a good mental state and might have been suffering from some kind of torment.

Thinking of this, he unconsciously clenched his fist.

Although he didn't know why he had made such a mess of things by going on a blind date, anyone would be angry and resentful to see their friend suffer like that!

Zhao Ping then began to explain, still feeling indignant.

From his words, Ling Feng gained a general understanding of the situation.

The Mu Family, one of the three great ancient martial arts families in Chongming City, actually forced Zhao Ping to marry into their family? And then, simply because canceling the engagement would be against traditional etiquette, he was refused? Was tonight's banquet just to announce this?

Ling Feng: "..."

"Hiss~"

Upon learning the truth, Ling Feng couldn't help but gasp in shock.

It's just a marriage agreement, yet such a powerful family can't handle it? Are they planning to force her into marriage?

Awesome!

Ling Feng was speechless about this, but now was not the time to think about these issues; he needed to figure out a way to get Zhao Ping out of trouble first.

He couldn't possibly let this guy stay here forever.

As for his parents? Judging from Zhao Ping's tone, they were originally planning to sell him off!

This is absolutely outrageous!!

Did he think that marrying into the Mu Family would guarantee a lifetime of happiness?

What are you thinking about?!

I just went to visit you and you already gave me a hard time. You still want happiness?? (???)

Qu Xiya~!

After determining the approximate location, Ling Feng ultimately decided to simply steal the person out.

According to Zhao Ping's speculation, there were probably two or three people left to guard him, and they all seemed to be armed.

Fortunately, Zhao Ping was quite quick-witted at the crucial moment and knew to ask Ling Feng to invite those Magical Girls to help.

Otherwise, even if Ling Feng is a formidable fighter, how could he possibly defeat three adults wielding melee weapons? He's just an ordinary person after all! He can't be sent to his death in vain!

It's understandable that Zhao Ping would think this way, since he doesn't know Ling Feng's true identity.

The banquet is in full swing, and Ling Feng estimates that no one will pay attention to him, which is a perfect opportunity to carry out the rescue plan!

However, the "he" in Ling Feng's name will soon be replaced by "she".

Ling Feng took out the familiar Astral Mark Necklace from under his collar, seemingly lost in thought.

Within the gold trim, the ice-blue six-pointed star is crystal clear, and Ling Feng can almost feel the flowing moisture inside. Wearing it every day brings comfort to both body and mind!

This feeling reminded Ling Feng of the health-preserving magical artifacts in cultivation novels—they were truly amazing!

Relieved, Ling Feng knew this was unavoidable. He found a secluded grove of trees nearby and transformed!

At the banquet, the atmosphere became noticeably more lively and joyful after Bingtang Lingxin arrived.

The place was bustling and lively, brightly lit, with clinking glasses and the aroma of wine wafting from the clinking glasses, spreading among the noisy crowd.