Chapter 357 - Chapter 357: Chapter 364: Must Not Lose (2/2)
Seeing Su Wenyue’s insistence caused Han Yu much concern. He contemplated forcibly taking the item, yet his wife’s unprecedented attitude made him unable to come to a decision.
Upon seeing Su Wenyue’s stance result in a stalemate, Shangguan Wuyou spoke up, “If the younger sister-in-law insists on keeping it, then so be it. With our protection, there should be no issue.”
Hearing this from Shangguan Wuyou, Han Yu could only nod and begin to escort his wife dow n from the stage. A path had been cleared below, and the protectors lurking in the shadows drew closer, safeguarding their departure. They hadn’t gone far when, as expected, someone attempted to snatch the box from Su Wenyue. The assailants were more skilled than those who had tried to steal the lamp before. Thankfully, Han Yu and Shangguan Wuyou had made arrangements in advance, calling upon numerous experts to defend them, so there was no need for Han Yu or Shangguan Wuyou to intervene.
Seeing the situation, Su Wenyue pursed her lips, knowing she had caused trouble for Han Yu. Yet she could not bring herself to give up the lamp, at least not until she had her answers.
“It seems this is indeed the Colorful exquisite lamp. The people who’ve come for the lamp this time are much more formidable. Sister Yue, you’ve really stumbled upon a treasure,” Ye Xinxin said without a trace of fear, her excitement evident and bringing some cheer to Su Wenyue, who felt somewhat comforted.
Regrettably, no sooner had Ye Xinxin finished her words than another group of men in black arrived, and their numbers were far from few. Shangguan Wuyou and Han Yu exchanged glances, their expressions growing more somber. It wasn’t a lack of confidence in dealing with these men in black but the presence of two unarmed and vulnerable women by their sides that they feared they couldn’t fully protect.
And when another group of men in black approached, Shangguan Wuyou and Han Yu’s expressions darkened further. Seeing this, Su Wenyue considered giving up the Colorful exquisite lamp. After all, even if her obsession and doubts were significant, they paled in comparison to the importance of her life. Her previous resolve was under the belief that Han Yu could handle the situation, but now, with two groups of skilled men in black arriving, even Han Yu and Shangguan Wuyou, despite their formidable abilities, would likely struggle to cope.
“You go ahead, I’ll deal with these people.” As the man in black approached Su Wenyue, Han Yu tightened his grip on his sword, but before he could react, the two groups of men in black clashed.
“What are you standing around for? Lead the people out of here now.” The man in black was somewhat reluctant to rescue them, even if his master had provided a reason. He knew that it was somewhat because of Su Wenyue that he issued the command, and so he spoke to Han Yu irritably.
Han Yu, recognizing the martial arts style and the somewhat familiar tone and attitude of the man in black, suddenly understood who had sent this group. Although he was not pleased with the situation, a sense of relief washed over him.
“Well, look at that, Big Brother Han, you know these people. Tsk tsk, you really gave me quite a scare. I thought we were going to meet our end on the streets today,” Ye Xinxin quipped, not entirely heartless. Despite the tension when the men in black descended, she hadn’t expected such a dramatic turn of events and was amazed.
Shangguan Wuyou, overhearing Ye Xinxin’s unabashed remarks, had his face darken but was already accustomed to his wife’s surprising candor. He turned his gaze to Han Yu, a certain look flashing in his eyes.
With others covering for them, Shangguan Wuyou and Han Yu wasted no time in escorting their wives away. They would only be safer upon reaching the Han Mansion. At this point, Su Wenyue was likely more concerned about the small box than the surprise. Nevertheless, she followed Han Yu as they hurried off.