586: Lu Xueqi (63)

Just at this critical moment, a slightly lazy voice drifted down from the second floor of the Yuelai Inn.

"Oh my, my humble shop cannot withstand the tossing and turning of you esteemed experts. If things are broken, you will have to pay for them."

Everyone looked in the direction of the voice and saw a middle-aged scholar dressed in a simple long robe with an ordinary appearance, leaning against the railing on the second floor, holding an account book in his hand and watching the scene below with a smile.

It was none other than Shopkeeper Wang of this Yuelai Inn.

Li Fen frowned, clearly very dissatisfied with this Mortal shopkeeper who had suddenly interrupted.

"A mere Mortal dares to talk too much? Get lost!"

An elder at the Nascent Soul stage behind him waved his hand casually, and a gust of fierce wind rushed directly toward the scholar shopkeeper on the second floor.

Although this strike did not use full power, it was enough to seriously injure an ordinary Mortal.

Su Han's eyes narrowed, and just as he was about to intervene, he saw the shopkeeper remain unhurried, merely shaking the account book in his hand gently.

The fierce gust of wind, the moment it touched the account book, vanished without a trace, as if it had sunk into the sea.

This scene left everyone present stunned.

The Nascent Soul elder's pupils constricted, and an expression of disbelief appeared on his Face.

Li Fen also put away his contempt and said in a deep voice: "Who is Your Excellency?"

The scholar shopkeeper closed the account book, walked down the stairs slowly, and smiled: "My surname is Wang, and I am the shopkeeper of this little shop. Whatever you esteemed guests want to fight or kill, I, Wang, cannot interfere, but please move outside the shop. Do not smash my rice bowl."

As he spoke, his gaze swept over Su Han and Bi Yao, seemingly intentional or unintentional, and finally landed on Li Fen.

Although his tone remained polite, a faint pressure emanated from his body.

This pressure was not strong, yet it made Li Fen and the two Nascent Soul elders behind him feel a palpitation.

Li Fen's expression changed, and he was filled with suspicion.

A small inn shopkeeper in Heyang City, could he actually be a hidden expert?

Looking at the move that neutralized the fierce wind just now, it was at least the Late Stage of the Nascent Soul, perhaps even higher!

Since when were experts in the cultivation world so worthless that they came to run an inn?

"Shopkeeper Wang," Li Fen cupped his hands, his tone much more polite, "It is not that I, Li, intended to cause trouble, but this demoness killed my nephew. This hatred is irreconcilable, so please make things convenient for us."

Shopkeeper Wang shook his head: "Private grievances, I, Wang, am not in a position to interfere. But within the inn, the use of force is prohibited. This is the rule."

He paused and added: "Of course, if you esteemed guests insist on breaking the rules, then do not blame me, Wang, for being impolite."

As he spoke, he gently patted the account book in his hand.

It was such a simple action, yet it made the three of them—Li Fen and his companions—feel an invisible pressure enveloping their entire bodies, and even the circulation of spiritual power within their bodies slowed down a bit.

Li Fen was horrified.

This shopkeeper's cultivation was far beyond his imagination!

If he were to force a fight today, he probably wouldn't fare well.

He glared fiercely at Bi Yao, then looked at Su Han and Lu Xueqi, and sneered: "Fine, today I will give Shopkeeper Wang some Face."

He looked at Bi Yao again, his tone grim: "Demoness, I do not believe you can hide in this inn forever! Let's go!"

After saying this, he took the two elders and turned to leave the inn.

After they left, the atmosphere in the inn eased slightly.

Qi Hao breathed a sigh of relief and quickly saluted Shopkeeper Wang: "Thank you, Senior, for the rescue."

Shopkeeper Wang waved his hand, returning to his mercenary appearance: "No need to be polite, as long as you esteemed guests remember to pay... oh no, remember the rules of my shop, that is enough."

He looked at the three of them—Su Han and his companions—and said meaningfully: "Esteemed guests, Heyang City has not been peaceful recently. If there is nothing important, it is better to leave early."

After speaking, he took the account book and walked slowly back to the back hall.

Bi Yao looked at Shopkeeper Wang's back, lost in thought.

Su Han looked at Qi Hao and asked: "Senior Brother Qi, why are you with Li Fen?"

Qi Hao smiled bitterly: "After I returned to the inn, I happened to meet Junior Martial Uncle Li who came to inquire about news. He said that a Disciple of Incense Valley was killed nearby and suspected it was the work of people from the Demon Sect. I mentioned meeting you today, and I didn't expect..."

He sighed and did not continue.

Obviously, Li Fen had learned of Bi Yao's whereabouts from Qi Hao and had specifically waited here to ambush them.

Lu Xueqi cast a cold glance at Qi Hao. Although she did not speak, the dissatisfaction in her eyes was obvious.

Qi Hao looked embarrassed and explained: "Junior Sister Lu, I did not know that Junior Martial Uncle Li had a private feud with Miss Bi Yao, otherwise I would never have revealed your whereabouts."

Su Han waved his hand: "It is too late, there is no point in saying more. However, Senior Brother Qi, I am afraid the people from Incense Valley will not give up easily. This place is not suitable for staying long."

Qi Hao nodded in agreement: "Then I will go back to my room to pack up, and return to the Qingyun Sect early tomorrow morning to report today's events to Revered Master."

After speaking, he turned and went upstairs.

Only Su Han, Lu Xueqi, and Bi Yao were left in the lobby.

Bi Yao looked at Su Han, wanting to say something but hesitating.

Su Han smiled: "If there is anything to say, let's talk about it in the room."

The three of them went to Su Han's room and set up a soundproofing barrier.

Bi Yao then said: "Just now... thank you."

She was always eloquent, but now she was at a loss for words, just whispering: "Actually, you didn't have to make enemies with Incense Valley for my sake."

Su Han shook his head: "Since we are traveling together, we are partners. How can there be any reason not to help when in danger?"

Lu Xueqi also spoke lightly: "Members of the Righteous Path should also distinguish right from wrong. I have heard about Li Xun's matter; it was he who provoked first, and he deserved to die."

Hearing this, a glimmer of emotion flashed in Bi Yao's eyes, but then she became worried again: "This Li Fen is someone who seeks revenge for the slightest grievance. Although he was scared away by Shopkeeper Wang today, he will definitely not give up. He is probably already setting up a dragnet outside the city, just waiting for us to go out."

Su Han pondered for a moment: "The current plan is to leave Heyang City as soon as possible. However..."

He looked at Bi Yao: "What are your plans for next?"

Bi Yao smiled bitterly: "I originally intended to stay in Heyang City for a few days to inquire about some news, but now it seems that is not possible. It is better to travel with you for a while, and make plans after leaving this place of trouble."

Su Han and Lu Xueqi looked at each other and nodded.

"In that case, let's leave the city overnight." Su Han said decisively, "Take advantage of the fact that Li Fen and the others have just retreated and have not yet arranged everything perfectly, and catch them off guard."

Lu Xueqi agreed: "Taking them by surprise is indeed the best strategy."

Bi Yao naturally had no objections.

The three of them had decided, so they immediately packed their luggage and prepared to leave.

Before leaving, Su Han specifically went to bid farewell to Shopkeeper Wang in the back hall.

Shopkeeper Wang seemed to have expected it long ago and did not say much, just handed Su Han a Jade Slip.

"This thing might be useful to you." Shopkeeper Wang said lightly, "If you encounter a crisis, you can crush the Jade Slip, and it might help you get out of trouble."

Su Han took the Jade Slip and felt that it was warm to the touch, obviously not an ordinary item, so he quickly thanked him solemnly.

Shopkeeper Wang waved his hand, signaling them to leave quickly. (End of this chapter)