Chapter 58

"Say it, then."

Han Ming let out a cold snort, finally unable to suppress his anger. He stood up abruptly and looked at Qingyao with a smile, "Why did you go to his room last night, not using the doors but climbing through the window, acting so furtively? Could it be that you did something you shouldn't have?"

Upon hearing this, Qingyao instantly understood.

So, this was the crux of the matter! No wonder Han Ming had targeted Zhao Yun from the start, his words laced with barbs, and even implicated her. He must have seen that scene and suspected something between them.

Even if they jumped into the Yellow River, they couldn't wash away the suspicion.

This was what Zhao Yun's face seemed to say: In the middle of the night, not using the door but climbing through the window, and being a man and a woman alone, anyone who saw it would have their suspicions!

This drama was quite entertaining.

The two elders from Wanggucheng sighed inwardly, adopting a posture of watching a grand show. Indeed, they were not disappointed; there was even a pleasant surprise!

Seeing the two elders from the other cities, their faces had turned ashen.

They had come for three reasons: to recover the stolen goods, to discuss the Lone Wolf, and to propose a marriage. They had just spoken with the Lord of Qingfeng City, and now this?

What did this mean, making their young lord look like a cuckold?

The most expressive was still Yuwen Hao. Just a moment ago, he was smug about his own performance; now, his joy had turned to anger.

In the middle of the night? Climbing through the window? A man and a woman alone?

Well, it seemed they had left nothing out of what lovers in secret would do.

"Qingyao."

The Lord of Qingfeng City spoke in a grave tone, ignoring the others and looking only at his daughter Qingyao. His expression was extremely grim. This matter could be quietly resolved, and his face could still be saved, but if it were brought up in public, his dignity would be utterly lost. Could there really be such a sordid affair?

"Just an old friend, nothing more."

Qingyao said calmly, not intending to explain, as it seemed impossible to clear up the misunderstanding.

She should have known better than to climb through the window.

"Senior, please understand, we are absolutely innocent." Zhao Yun coughed dryly.

By heaven and earth, we really did nothing.

"Absolutely innocent, indeed."

Han Ming smiled sardonically, "Climbing through the window in the middle of the night, acting so furtively, if there was nothing improper, even a ghost wouldn't believe it."

"Han Ming."

Qingyao's voice was a light rebuke, her aura suddenly sharp.

She was incredibly frustrated.

Clearly innocent, yet being accused of such a twisted situation, it was truly hateful. To speak such things in the Lord's residence, if he were to spread it outside, who knew what it would turn into. And what did it have to do with him?

"Since you did it, why can't we talk about it?"

"Everyone says the Lord of Qingfeng City has excellent upbringing, but today I have truly seen something."

"Flirting in your own home, tsk tsk tsk."

Han Ming's sighs were continuous, his words unceasing, filled with open and hidden mockery. It was clear that he had already torn off the mask, almost saying the words "adulterous couple."

Indeed, what face was left?

This was the Lord's residence; if it were his home, he would have killed them long ago.

"You..."

Qingyao pointed her sword, her body trembling with anger.

"Lord, show some restraint."

Zhao Yun's expression was also icy cold. Even if they were lovers, what did it have to do with him? Such slander, how could his mouth be so foul!

"Ridiculous."

The two elders from Canglang City coldly snorted, both standing up and blocking Han Ming, their aura surging, forcing Qingyao and Zhao Yun to step back.

"This is the residence of the Lord of Qingfeng City."

The Lord of Qingfeng City spoke calmly, his aura truly domineering, forcefully suppressing the two elders. His sharp gaze, filled with coldness, said, "Daring to lay a hand on my daughter in front of me, who gave you the nerve? If she has done wrong, it is my right to punish her. You, from another city, have no say."

Boom! Bang!

The two elders from Canglang City coldly snorted, and even the two elders from Chiyang City stood up. The four of them barely managed to withstand the Lord of Qingfeng City's aura. At the peak of Xuan Yang, the Lord of Qingfeng City was truly formidable and terrifying.

The two elders from Wanggucheng remained seated, still watching the show.

Indeed, this trip was not in vain.

And this grand show was truly satisfying, more than just a pleasant surprise!

Yes, it was comfortable.

"Yan Tianfeng, you need to give us an explanation for this."

The four elders, all at the peak of Xuan Yang, shouted in unison, representing their respective lords. Despite their insolence, they still had the confidence to back it up.

"What explanation do you want?"

Yan Tianfeng spoke calmly, descending the steps step by step. Though his words were calm, his aura grew stronger with each step, forcing the four elders to retreat collectively. Even they were affected, let alone Han Ming and Yuwen Hao.

The two of them could barely stand.

Especially Han Ming, who had been so arrogant earlier, now had a pale face.

After all, this was Qingfeng City.

If Yan Tianfeng truly wanted to eliminate them, no one could leave the Lord's residence alive.

"Your daughter is too improper."

The elder from Canglang City coldly rebuked, speaking relatively tactfully, still giving Yan Tianfeng some face by not calling her a cuckold outright, which was already quite respectful.

"How my daughter behaves is none of your business."

Yan Tianfeng's words were still calm, but his aura was even stronger, a fierce wind now raging.

"We have a marriage alliance."

"Ridiculous. Did I ever agree to your proposal? The affairs of the Qingfeng family are none of your concern."

"You..."

The four elders were momentarily speechless. Indeed, he had never agreed!

"Do I need to report to everyone when I go to my husband's room?"

If Yan Tianfeng's aura was not enough to intimidate, then Qingyao's words were a direct hit, making everyone present turn their heads.

The word "husband" was still quite jarring.

After looking at Qingyao, everyone turned to Zhao Yun, the "husband" she referred to. He wanted to run but was pulled to the front by Qingyao.

If so, then there was no problem.

A young couple spending time together in the middle of the night, whether through the door or the window, was their business. What did it have to do with anyone else?

"I said, there's no one like you."

Zhao Yun gritted his teeth, as Qingyao was holding his wrist so tightly that his bones were cracking. Heaven knows how much strength she was using.

He was not a bachelor; he had a wife.

There, his sister-in-law was still sitting, a loyal spectator.

"Please, help me."

Qingyao used a secret technique to transmit her voice, her tone pleading. Whether they were innocent or not was no longer important; what mattered was that they were already on the moral hot seat. She had to face it head-on, or her father's face would be ruined.

So, she needed a husband to save the situation.

Fortunately, there was one right next to her. If not him, who else?

The banquet fell silent.

Even as the Lord, Yan Tianfeng was caught off guard. How did he suddenly have a son-in-law?

Looking at the opposite side, their faces turned from sunny to cloudy.

Indeed, a husband was more effective than anything else. Outsiders had no right to speak.

Look at Han Ming; his face was no longer a face.

He had started this to humiliate them, to vent his dissatisfaction. Now, by bringing up a husband, he had become a laughingstock.

"Since you have a son-in-law, why didn't you say so earlier?"

The four elders from the two cities all coldly rebuked, their eyes fixed on Yan Tianfeng.

"Do I need to ask your permission to find a son-in-law for my family?"

Yan Tianfeng laughed coldly. Not to mention you, even the Emperor of Daxia had no right to interfere.

"You..."

The four old men were left speechless.

The atmosphere instantly froze.

The four at the peak of Xuan Yang and the Lord of Qingfeng City, their auras clashed.

"Since you are the son-in-law of the Lord, my apologies."

The elder from Wanggucheng, seated in the highest position, bowed and smiled, breaking the deadlock. Watching a show was one thing, but it had to have limits, or all three cities would be cursing.

His words were directed at the opposite side.

Even now, they still didn't understand what was going on. Family affairs were not their business, and where did they get the nerve? They should remember, this was Qingfeng City. Did they want to die here?

In short, he was laying down a step for them to retreat.

If the people from the two cities didn't have a way out, they would have to be given one.

Indeed, a word of enlightenment.

The people from the two cities immediately backed down. A moment of heat could happen to anyone, but if the situation was clear and they still insisted, it would be asking for trouble.

"Misunderstanding, all misunderstandings."

The elder from Canglang City laughed, his face changing rapidly.

"Much offense, Lord, please forgive us."

The elder from Chiyang City hurriedly bowed, his retreat completely unexpected.

"Take your people and leave."

Yan Tianfeng's words were blunt. After insulting my daughter, an apology was not enough. Did they think they could still stay for the banquet? Eat your own banquet.

Wait and see!

Once they left the Lord's residence and Qingfeng City, he would teach them a lesson. If he didn't cripple them, he would change his name. How dare they provoke him.

Go, go quickly.

This was what the four elders were thinking.

Leaving was not an option; they had to run.

And run fast.

As the Lord of a city, Yan Tianfeng was not a pushover. A man of status might not be too extreme in public, but in private, who knew? Whether they could return home alive was up to Yan Tianfeng, who could send enough people to make them question their existence.

However, before they could turn to leave, an unexpected move came.

It was Han Ming, who clearly still didn't realize the severity of the situation.

He didn't leave.

Not only did he not leave, but he also smiled sardonically at Zhao Yun, "To be the son-in-law of the Lord, you must be an outstanding person. Would you honor me with a sparring match?"

"I..."

The two elders from Canglang City almost choked to death, their breaths not coming smoothly.

Young Lord, are you out of your mind?

Perhaps he had been kicked by a donkey.

This was what the two elders from Chiyang City wanted to say, turning to leave.

However, their young lord was also a talent.

Han Ming was not short of brains, and Yuwen Hao seemed no better. Not only did he not leave, but he also stepped forward, "Such a romantic setting, I want to try too."

"I..."

The two elders from Chiyang City almost spat blood, their breaths not coming smoothly.

"These two clowns."

The two elders from Wanggucheng's lips twitched. We just laid down a step for them, and they tore it down! What kind of young lords are they? Can't they see that Yan Tianfeng is clearly out to get them? Are they asking for death?

In fact, the two of them were driven by anger.

Qingyao had brought up a husband, and they had to respond in kind. Without thoroughly humiliating them, they wouldn't leave. This face had to be slapped.

No, I've changed my mind.

Yan Tianfeng took a deep breath, not speaking, but his expression said it all. He had planned to deal with them in secret, but now it seemed someone couldn't wait. Dealing with them in the Lord's residence might be more convenient.