Chapter 350 - Chapter 350: Chapter 357: Bound to Succeed (2/2)

“Oh come on, I was just joking. Who can blame them for being so disgustingly sweet? I’m simply envious,” grumbled Ye Xinxin.

“Am I not good enough for you that you have to go envying others?” Shangguan Wuyou’s tone already carried a hint of warning; Ye Xinxin, hearing this tone from her husband, knew she’d be in for it if she continued, so she promptly behaved and refocused her attention on the arena.

Su Wenyue, seeing that Ye Xinxin had stopped her ribbing, let out a sigh of relief and pushed Han Yu, wanting to put some distance between them. Han Yu caught her hand and held it tightly.

“Give me some space,” Su Wenyue said irritably, trying to shake off his hand but Han Yu scolded her.

“Stop it, behave yourself,” Han Yu said sternly.

The jerk, who started this in the first place! Su Wenyue glanced angrily at Han Yu, seeing that he had returned to his usual demeanor, and felt indignantly upset but decided not to say anything more.

“Master, Miss Su has also arrived. Shall we…” a man in black reported, waiting for his master’s response, as his master’s attitude towards Miss Su was far from ordinary.

“Did she come with Han Yu?” Sikong Ling’s question was more of a statement. He had come to understand Han Yu as someone who doted on his wife. With Su Wenyue frequently getting into trouble, he wouldn’t feel assured letting her come out alone, and since it was the Lantern Festival, Han Yu would surely accompany her.

“Yes, they came together. Shangguan Wuyou and his wife are here too; it seems they’re here to take part in this contest as well.”

“Don’t mind them. Continue with your own competition. Inform everyone that we must win first place. I am determined to have that prize!” Sikong Ling spoke, his expression turning sterner, revealing an unknown and complex sentiment.

“Yes, we have invited Yiyang Prefecture’s Four Great Talents. The message has been conveyed to them to secure first place. It should not be a problem, but we didn’t expect Young Master Wuyou to participate as well. Known as a Genius, if he truly competes against us, predicting who will win or lose is difficult. Otherwise…?”

The man in black intended to find a way to lead away Shangguan Wuyou and his party to prevent their participation in the lantern riddle contest, ensuring a foolproof victory. However, because it concerned Miss Su, he couldn’t be certain of his master’s stance and had to come to seek instructions.

As expected, Sikong Ling didn’t approve of the suggestion and waved his hand dismissively. “No need, just let them give their all. Can’t the Four Great Talents outmatch a single Shangguan Wuyou?”

“But that item is crucial for us. Should any mishap occur…” The man in black tried to persuade further.

“Do as I said.” Sikong Ling’s gaze became fierce, speaking with unquestionable authority, and the man in black respectfully acknowledged the order and withdrew.

After the man in black left, Sikong Ling opened a crack in the window and looked out towards a particular area outside.