Chapter 96

"Brother Su, you're amazing, you really brought Xiaoran back!"

Not far away, Ah Fei ran over, shouting in surprise and joy.

He had been anxiously waiting, feeling extremely nervous, and now seeing Su Yi carrying Feng Xiaoran on his back, he was overjoyed.

"Let's go home."

Su Yi patted the young man's shoulder.

In the depths of Yangliu Lane.

The night here seemed quite desolate, with only a few lights flickering in different residences. Fortunately, the moonlight in the sky accompanied them, preventing them from hesitating in the darkness.

In a dilapidated courtyard made of mud bricks, a bonfire was lit.

Feng Xiaofeng sat in a wooden wheelchair, anxiously waiting.

"Brother, with Brother Su taking action, you can rest assured."

Huang Ganjun squatted by the bonfire, saying casually, "You might not believe it, but I can guarantee with my life that when Brother Su acts, killing a martial arts master is as easy as slaughtering a chicken or a monkey, without any effort."

Feng Xiaofeng sighed, "If that's the case, then it would be good."

Of course, he didn't believe it, thinking Huang Ganjun was just comforting him.

"Brother Huang, how did you meet Senior Brother Su Yi?"

Feng Xiaofeng asked softly.

"Me?"

Huang Ganjun scratched his head awkwardly and said, "It's quite embarrassing to talk about, um... how should I put it, I was quite a dashing young man in Guangling City at the time. Though not as famous as a household name, I was well-known in the area, so I always had a high opinion of myself..."

He first praised himself before getting to the point, describing his first encounter with Su Yi as a conflict that turned into mutual respect and admiration...

Feng Xiaofeng didn't doubt the story and listened with great interest.

When Huang Ganjun talked about Su Yi's stunning performance at the Longmen Banquet, Feng Xiaofeng was so excited that his eyes sparkled.

"Senior Brother Su Yi is indeed worthy of being the head of the outer sect's swordsmen. Despite falling from grace, he remained steadfast. When he returned to the martial path, his demeanor was even more impressive than before!"

But then, Feng Xiaofeng's eyes dimmed.

With his legs paralyzed and his cultivation almost lost, he feared he would never be able to return to the martial path like Senior Brother Su Yi...

"Brother, don't be discouraged. What is the martial path? It's about possessing powers that ordinary people don't have, seizing the essence of heaven and earth, and transforming the mundane into the miraculous!"

Noticing Feng Xiaofeng's low spirits, Huang Ganjun quickly comforted him:

"Remember, there are still innate martial masters and even more powerful terrestrial immortals in this world. They definitely have the means to heal the dead and mend broken bones, so healing your legs would be a piece of cake."

"Reviving the dead and mending broken bones?"

Feng Xiaofeng murmured, "But how could a cripple like me dare to hope for such a miracle?"

"Why not dare to hope?"

Suddenly, a faint laugh echoed from outside the courtyard.

Feng Xiaofeng looked up to see Su Yi carrying Feng Xiaoran, and Ah Fei pushing the door open.

At once, he felt a huge weight lifted from his heart, and he relaxed, asking excitedly, "Is Xiaoran hurt?"

"Brother, I'm fine, not a scratch!"

Feng Xiaoran answered loudly, her voice clear and strong.

To prove it, she jumped off Su Yi's back, stretched her slender and graceful body, and said, "Brother, look, I'm unharmed."

Feng Xiaofeng's eyes welled up, and he said in a trembling voice, "Good, that's great! Senior Brother Su Yi..."

He tried to get up with his cane to thank him.

Su Yi shook his head, walked over, and pressed him down, saying, "Back in the Qinghe Sword Mansion, we were never this formal. If we weren't then, we shouldn't be now."

Feng Xiaofeng smiled and said, "I'll follow your lead!"

"Brother Xiaofeng, I'll go home to eat first."

Ah Fei said from the side.

"Stay, let's eat together."

Su Yi said.

Thinking about food, he was also a bit hungry.

In the martial realm, one needs to consume a large amount of food every day to maintain the strength of one's qi and blood.

If one can step onto the path of the Primordial Dao, one can abstain from food and drink the dew of the morning.

"Great! Let's go to 'Fengyuanzhai' in the city!"

Huang Ganjun rubbed his hands, also very hungry.

"Fengyuanzhai?"

Ah Fei was stunned, "Isn't that a place only the upper class can afford? A single dish costs hundreds of taels of silver, which is equivalent to my family's income for several years."

Huang Ganjun laughed, "Ha ha ha, come on, today it's on me, I'll let you eat to your heart's content!"

This young rascal, though uneducated, was quite skilled in eating, drinking, and other vices.

Feng Xiaofeng hurriedly said, "That's too extravagant, we should..."

"Let's go."

Su Yi didn't give him a chance to refuse, pushing the wheelchair out and instructing Huang Ganjun, "Go find a carriage first."

Huang Ganjun responded and hurriedly went off.

He was very happy, feeling that it was finally his turn to show off...

"Xiaoran, Ah Fei, follow me."

Su Yi instructed.

Ah Fei and Feng Xiaoran both agreed and followed closely.

When they reached the entrance of Yuchun Lane, they saw a spacious and exquisite carriage waiting, driven by Huang Ganjun.

"Everyone, get in the carriage, I'll be the driver today."

Huang Ganjun said with a grin.

Ah Fei couldn't help but exclaim, "Brother Huang, do you have magic? How did you find a carriage so quickly, that's amazing!"

Huang Ganjun said casually, "Kid, remember this: anything that can be solved with money isn't a big deal."

Seeing everyone in the carriage, he flicked the reins and said, like an experienced driver, "Sit tight, let's go!"

...

Fengyuanzhai.

Located in the bustling area of the eastern part of Yunhe County, it was known as the gold mine of the city's elite, where only the wealthy and noble could enter.

The night was beautiful, and the lights were just coming on.

The nine-story Fengyuanzhai was brightly lit, with neatly dressed waiters greeting and serving guests courteously.

"Apologies, gentlemen, we don't have any available private rooms for you to dine in at the moment."

When he saw Su Yi and the others approaching, a male waiter bowed apologetically, "Would you like to wait, or perhaps go to another restaurant?"

Huang Ganjun snorted, "Don't fool me, don't you know that Fengyuanzhai always keeps some private rooms empty for emergencies?"

The male waiter was taken aback, then explained, "Since you know, you must also understand that those rooms are only opened for extremely distinguished guests."

His attitude was impeccable, polite and courteous.

However, when his eyes occasionally swept over Feng Xiaofeng, Feng Xiaoran, and Ah Fei, they couldn't help but show a hint of disdain.

"Are you saying we're not qualified enough?"

Huang Ganjun was a bit angry.

The male waiter smiled bitterly, "Sir, don't say that, I'm just a lowly servant, how could I dare to say such things."

Suddenly, a surprised voice came from the side, "Su Yi?"

A man and a woman walked over. The man was handsome and dignified, looking at Su Yi with surprise, as if he couldn't believe it.

Su Yi looked up and immediately recognized him.

Yan Chengrong.

One of the outstanding disciples of the outer sect of the Qinghe Sword Mansion.

This man was haughty and looked down on others, just like Wei Zhengyang, a member of a prominent family in Yunhe County.

Back in the Qinghe Sword Mansion, he had once been an enemy of Su Yi. Even after Su Yi became the head of the outer sect's swordsmen, Yan Chengrong still didn't admit defeat.

He once said a famous line in the Qinghe Sword Mansion:

"So what if I can't beat Su Yi? Am I not allowed to look down on him?"

Unable to defeat him, yet still despising him, this was like a street thug boasting, not caring whether they could win, just venting their frustration.

To someone like Yan Chengrong, a prominent family member, Su Yi, as the head of the outer sect's swordsmen, was indeed very strong.

But Su Yi's status was far below theirs, which was the reason they could openly despise him.

Of course, that was in the past.

Since Su Yi lost his cultivation and became a discarded disciple of the Qinghe Sword Mansion, he had long become a laughingstock among his peers.

But Yan Chengrong never expected to see Su Yi again at the entrance of Fengyuanzhai.

"Hey, and Junior Brother Feng Xiaofeng, tsk tsk, you two misfits are reunited again."

Yan Chengrong also saw Feng Xiaofeng, speaking mockingly and sarcastically.

"Sigh, why am I telling you this, a cripple and a failure. If I bully you, it would make me look like a bully, and that wouldn't be good to hear."

Then, Yan Chengrong shook his head, seeming bored, and, holding the slender waist of the woman beside him, walked straight into Fengyuanzhai.

"By the way, Nian Yunqiao is here tonight, and he brought Yu Qian. They're in the 'Jinxiu Hall' on the seventh floor of Fengyuanzhai."

From a distance, Yan Chengrong's voice came again.

Feng Xiaofeng didn't care about the earlier taunts.

But when he heard the last sentence, his face darkened, his hands clenched tightly, and his expression showed pain, anger, and bitterness.

Su Yi patted his shoulder and said calmly, "Why be angry at someone who is about to die? It's not worth it."

Feng Xiaofeng's voice was low and bitter, "Senior Brother Su Yi, let's go back. If Nian Yunqiao knows we're here, he'll definitely come looking for us."

"Why go back? I think we came at the right time tonight."

Su Yi spoke casually, a cold glint in his deep eyes.

Six months ago, it was Nian Yunqiao who broke Feng Xiaofeng's legs, leaving him a cripple!

And Yu Qian, the woman Feng Xiaofeng liked the most, was also the one who betrayed him the most.

Huang Ganjun said, "Right, we must eat here at Fengyuanzhai, and we must eat to our heart's content!"

At this moment, the male waiter couldn't help but say, "Gentlemen, but we don't have any available dining places at Fengyuanzhai right now. I suggest you go to another restaurant."

Earlier, he had witnessed the entire process of Yan Chengrong mocking Su Yi and Feng Xiaofeng. Now, facing Su Yi and the others, his eyes showed impatience, and his tone became cold.

Huang Ganjun was immediately annoyed. The arrogant attitude of Yan Chengrong had already made him angry.

Now, even a doorman dared to look down on them. How could Huang Ganjun stand it?

Just as he was about to speak,

Su Yi casually threw a token, "Look, is this enough qualification?"

The male waiter took the token, a bit puzzled.

The token was carved from purple jade, heavy and gleaming under the light.

On the back was a simple and elegant "Xiao" character.

"Gentlemen, please wait, I'll consult the manager."

The male waiter couldn't identify the origin of the jade token but realized it was not an ordinary item. He hurriedly turned and rushed into Fengyuanzhai.

Soon, a group of people rushed out of Fengyuanzhai, surprising the waiters and maids stationed at the entrance.

What's going on?

The manager and eight managers all came out?

Who are they welcoming?

The eyes of nearby guests were drawn, showing surprise.

In Yunhe County, the owner of Fengyuanzhai, "Cuiyun Lady," was a powerful figure with connections to many influential people.

Ordinary big shots could be received by a manager, but not enough to have Cuiyun Lady personally welcome them.

Let alone, all eight managers and Cuiyun Lady herself!

For a moment, all eyes were on them.

"Sir, it's... it's the token this gentleman showed."

The male waiter was sweating profusely, standing aside, trembling, and not daring to breathe.

He had taken the token to the manager, who immediately changed his expression and went to see the boss, Cuiyun Lady.

Then, this scene unfolded.

The male waiter never imagined that a single token could have such incredible power, causing the revered boss to personally come out to welcome them.

Swish!

Cuiyun Lady's gaze fell on Su Yi, first slightly surprised, not expecting the token's owner to be so young.

Then, she bowed and smiled, "Sir, welcome, I apologize for not greeting you earlier."

This woman had a high bun, wore a well-fitted black dress, had a dignified and bright face, and her skin was as delicate as snow. Her every move exuded a refined and mature charm.

Behind her, the eight managers also bowed in unison.

The scene left the nearby waiters and guests stunned.

The male waiter's knees almost buckled, almost falling to the ground, wanting to cry but unable to. He had thought they were just a group of unimportant young people.

Who would have thought... they had such a high status!

At this moment, Feng Xiaofeng, Feng Xiaoran, and Ah Fei were all a bit dazed. A single token, how could it cause such a commotion?

"We want to dine here, please arrange a room for us."

Su Yi said casually.

His calm and composed demeanor made Cuiyun Lady nod inwardly.

To hold the most precious "Purple Auspicious Token" of the Lanling Xiao family, no matter how young, was definitely not ordinary.

Compared to the young man in the green robe, the others' attire was a bit strange, and some were clearly from poor backgrounds.

But Cuiyun Lady was tactful and didn't ask, and her eyes and attitude showed no hint of surprise.

She turned to a manager beside her and instructed, "Arrange the 'Mountain River Hall' on the ninth floor, have the tea prepared, and remember to treat them with the highest standards."

"Yes!"

The manager hurried off.

"Go to the wine cellar and bring out a jar of 'Biyun Burn,' send it directly to the Mountain River Hall as a gesture of our hospitality."

"Go to the kitchen and prepare a feast, choose the best ingredients, and have Old Wang personally cook it."

"And you, go to the Mountain River Hall and be ready to serve at any moment, without any negligence."

Cuiyun Lady spoke quickly, giving a series of instructions, and the managers hurriedly acted.

After doing this, she smiled, slightly turned, and made a gesture, saying, "Sir and esteemed guests, please follow me."

She led the way.

Such top-notch treatment and grandeur left many nearby people almost speechless.

Until Su Yi and his group disappeared into Fengyuanzhai, the male waiter who had received them could no longer stand, plopping down on the ground, his face pale.

He realized he was in big trouble.

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PS: A 4000-word chapter is here! Yesterday, I didn't ask for monthly tickets, and I only received two, which is heartbreaking...

If it's the same today, I really have to criticize you all. Don't be as lazy as Su Yi, okay?