In the Main Hall, an antique brass clock hung ticking away. It was almost four in the afternoon.
As the seconds and minutes slipped by, Elder Yun grew increasingly uneasy, constantly checking the time.
He glanced at Qin Jian, seemingly seeking his opinion.
Qin Jian looked strangely nervous as well. Understanding what Elder Yun meant, he secretly nodded at him.
After receiving Qin Jian's response, the tension immediately faded from Elder Yun's face. Regaining his composure, he suddenly stood and cupped his hands toward Qin Xiao on the second floor. "Patriarch Qin, since someone is already treating Elder Qin, I'll take my leave."
With that, Elder Yun turned to leave, only to be stopped by several Qin Family Members who had been standing at the entrance.
Elder Yun frowned and looked at them in confusion. "What is the meaning of this?"
The burly Qin Family Members stood at the entrance like guardian statues, their expressions solemn, without saying a word.
Just then, Qin Xiao smiled from the second floor. "Nothing more than asking you to stay a little longer, Elder Yun."
Elder Yun smiled at Qin Xiao. "It's getting late. I need to head back."
With that, Elder Yun tried to leave again, but the Qin Family Members remained motionless, showing no intention of letting him through.
A cold glint flashed deep in his eyes. He pointed at Qin Xiao and shouted angrily, "Qin Xiao, what exactly are you trying to do?"
Despite Elder Yun's anger, Qin Xiao continued smiling calmly. "Elder Yun, until Chen Hao comes out, no one is leaving the Qin Family estate."
The people around them watched their exchange in confusion. Why had Qin Xiao, who had treated Elder Yun as an honored guest earlier, completely changed his attitude?
Just as the atmosphere grew awkward, the