58: Chapter 55: Conversation 58: Chapter 55: Conversation Ying’er led Xu Yuan to a location in the northwest of the estate, a group of courtyards that were guarded very strictly.
Xu Yuan was familiar with this place.
Because in the vast Xu Residence of Jingjiang, this was the only area he, as the master, did not have permission to enter.
this might also be related to his habit of always liking to “borrow” things from his own family to sell.
Xu Yuan guessed that somewhere in this area there must be something like a treasure vault, which was why they guarded against him, the Third Young Master, as if against a thief.
However, in his memory, he did have the experience of entering it.
Because his old dad and Xu Changge would occasionally call him, and that “phone” was located underground in this area.
But calling it a phone call, what could a father and son talk about?
Communicating with Xu Changge, driven to irritation at least one could curse at each other a few times, but talking with the Prime Minister father there was absolutely no common language.
Every conversation was almost like following a template—
“Father, you were looking for me.”
A silent pause for two sentences.
“How have things been recently?”
Then silence continued.
The other side would ask something, this side would answer something, and after that, everyone would be silent together.
The silence lasted until both sides were completely awkward, then the Imperial Capital end would cut off the communication without a sound.
For that father, looking for him wasn’t necessarily because there was something to discuss; most of the time, he just wanted to hear his voice.
The underground space was spacious and quiet.
In the large room, there was only a crystal sphere suspended in mid-air.
However, as soon as one’s will-spirit probed out, one could sense the countless formation patterns engraved underneath the sphere.
This was the real-time communication device of this world.
Xu Yuan stood silently in front of the crystal sphere.
He had been here for two minutes.
After a brief round of questions, both sides had already been standing there for nearly thirty seconds.
Sure enough, it was awkward again.
Xu Yuan’s lips moved slightly, and he took the initiative to speak:
I’ve reached the Eighth Grade.”
There was silence for two seconds,
the crystal sphere flickered with light.
a steady middle-aged male voice came through, very calm, so calm as if there were no fluctuations of emotion:
However, after his words fell, the other side seemed to realize his tone was too even, paused for a moment, and then added another sentence:
Perhaps influenced by memory, Xu Yuan couldn’t help but let out a light laugh upon hearing this, but he immediately stopped himself once he realized.
But this light laugh must have still carried over, the crystal flickered, and the voice came through:
“I heard from Changge that you are now in good constitution?”
Upon hearing that, Xu Yuan’s heart relaxed and he answered:
“Ordinary, just a little stronger than him, just an Innate Taoist Body.”
After a moment of silence, Xu Yuan heard a faint sigh.
The other side seemed to want to laugh, but held back.
The voice that came through again was still even-tempered, with a hint of advice:
“Being able to cultivate is a good thing; improve your strength as soon as possible.
If you finish the Elixir Medicine that Changge gave you, you can go to the steward of the residence to ask for more.”
This father, like Xu Changge, did not inquire how Xu Yuan’s constitution came about.
Xu Yinhè had gone from a mere commoner to wielding great power in Dayan, and naturally, he had encountered countless opportunities along his path.
The child has grown up.
If he wishes to speak out, Xu Yinhè would support him; if not, he would let him be.
Upon hearing this, Xu Yuan’s eyes brightened, but after pondering for a second, he still said:
Father, the reason for my fast cultivation speed is actually due to Mr.
Zhou’s merit as well; his cultivation technique can aid me in my cultivation.”
He hadn’t forgotten the promise to Zhou Chen.
Although it was just a word from him, for Zhou Chen, it might represent a bottle of medicine that could enhance his cultivation.
Such things are best not forgotten.
The other side fell silent for a moment, then the voice came again:
The cultivation technique he practices indeed has that effect.”
“Mhm,” Xu Yuan responded.
But it was unclear whether it was directed at Zhou Chen, or at Xu Yuan for being able to get Zhou Chen to actively assist him.
He paused for a moment before finally speaking:
“I will arrange for someone to handle Zhou Chen’s matter.”
the familiar silence returned.
However, this time it lasted for less than ten seconds.
Xu Yuan hesitated slightly, but still decided to speak:
“Father, what is Qin Weijiu’s background?”
Upon hearing this question, the voice on the other end responded with a light note of surprise, slowly replying, “Are you interested?”
When speaking of this matter, the normally stern and composed voice clearly displayed a hint of mirth.
Sizi Yu and Ying’er had organized and reported their actions and behaviors over these days to Xu Yinhè.
He was very satisfied with the way the other party had handled the Enchantress Divine Physique.
Compared to his son’s level of cultivation, he was truly relieved that he was willing to apply his mind to proper pursuits.
Xu Yuan naturally replied, “Of course I’m interested.
If it weren’t for my Innate Soul Body’s will-spirit being naturally condensed, I would have already been controlled by that seductive fox.
I naturally need to be concerned about this matter.”
That Qin Weijiu was so notorious that even the villagers knew of him, so his background couldn’t possibly be simple.
Since he as the son couldn’t investigate it thoroughly, their father must have ways to do so.
After hearing his words, the other end fell silent for a moment before suddenly speaking:
“Alright, Changge, you tell your brother about Qin Weijiu.”
So that’s why the old man started with a laugh.
Turns out Xu Changge had been eavesdropping the whole time.
That’s not martial decency.
In the Imperial Capital, within the Prime Minister’s Mansion, the study room.
The Imperial Family’s special supply of Tianyuan sandalwood wafted throughout the study, while a slight breeze, coming through the open windows, carried the fragrance to every corner.
The room was very still.
A crystal sphere, several times smaller than the one beneath Jingjiang Prefecture, floated quietly in mid-air.
An elder and a youth were kneeling in front of a table intricately carved with dragons and phoenixes, savoring tea and engaging in slow conversation.
The two had similar features,
The younger man’s face was handsome, and he wore a flowing robe of aquamarine.
The older man had temples graying at the sides; his attire was a black dragon robe, his demeanor grave and dignified, especially his eyes that could send a shiver down anyone’s spine with just one glance.
However, at this moment, the middle-aged man’s eyes carried a rare hint of gentleness and amusement.
Xu Changge helplessly looked up at his father, then softly spoke to his brother, who boasted a higher talent, on the other end of the line:
“Qin Weijiu is a rather complicated person.
More than ten years ago, I traveled with him in Jiangnan Prefecture, and upon first meeting…”
“I am aware of that,” the crystal sphere suddenly interrupted.
Xu Changge continued in his light and clear voice:
“At the Tianyuan Convention thirteen years ago, I and he…”
“I am also aware of that,” the crystal sphere in mid-air interrupted again.
Xu Changge glanced silently at his father across from him, who appeared unperturbed, and held back:
Qin Weijiu is someone from the Sects, born in a millennium-old Sect family…”
“Ah…” the crystal sphere sighed.
“….,” Xu Changge’s fist clenched slightly.
The crystal sphere spoke solemnly:
“…Xu Changge, can’t you get straight to the point?”
Xu Changge did not continue, but instead softly called out the name of the other:
“Heh, did I say something wrong?
Aren’t these matters common knowledge to the world…..”
“I have something to do in Jiuyuan City in a while,” Xu Changge unexpectedly said.
Upon hearing this, Xu Yuan was stunned, then immediately muted himself.
Forty li in a straight line from Jingjiang Prefecture.
Seeing Xu Yuan had stopped talking, Xu Changge let out a cold snort and began to recount in a soft and slow voice the matters concerning Qin Weijiu to his brother.
The information was detailed and exhaustive, covering most of the man’s life experiences from birth to the present.
And he emphasized a few key points of suspicion.
After listening carefully, Xu Yuan felt a certain stirring in his heart.
While he was engrossed in his cultivation, Xu Changge, his older brother, had clearly put in a great deal of effort to investigate the details of this Qin Weijiu.
After a long silence,
Xu Yuan finally asked softly:
“Father, do you know of a place called the Burial Village?”