Chapter 54 - Aftermath (1/2)
“Qingfeng.”
Baili Tianxing called Baili Qingfeng from outside the door. “There were many obscure details in what you told me. Tell me. Where did you get the money from? I know that Eddy and Eit have been killed by someone, but others are also coveting General Melbourne’s forces. The third prince has even sent a trusted subordinate over. Don’t fall for any trap.”
“Uncle, the money is completely legitimate. It’s compensation and charity. There’s nothing wrong with it.” Baili Qingfeng said solemnly, “Also, the money has nothing to do with you, second grandpa or General Melbourne.”
Baili Tianxing observed Baili Qingfeng carefully, only to see no signs of lies on his face but only sincerity.
A long time later, he said, “You are a good kid. You know what money you should take and what you shouldn’t, but you are too young to know the viciousness of humanity. This world is not as simple as you think. We do not want you to get in touch with the dark side of the world so early. We prefer you to arm yourself with knowledge and build up your body with martial arts.”
“I understand. Uncle, my goal is to become a good student in all aspects, and I’ve been striving for that. It won’t change,” Baili Qingfeng said solemnly.
Baili Tianxing nodded, feeling comforted. “I can tell that you are telling the truth. What a good boy.”
Baili Qingfeng smiled in embarrassment.
“Go now. Ask me if you have questions in martial arts. I have stepped into the spirit-refining phase after the perfection of the spirit-refining method. It’s no exaggeration to say that I’m one of the best experts in Wuhe and Shire,” Baili Tianxing said with a smile.
“Uncle, you are awesome,” Baili Qingfeng hurried to compliment him.
“Haha. Let’s keep a low profile,” Baili Tianxing waved his hands and asked Baili Qingfeng to go back. He went into ‘River Moon’ and took the money.
So, Baili Qingfeng left River Moon and returned to his house, his smile gone.
“The third prince has sent a trusted subordinate to probably investigate Eddy’s death…” Baili Qingfeng frowned with a heavy heart.
Although he had killed Eddy and his son secretly, and it was barely possible to identify him as the culprit, villains were often utterly unpredictable. They preferred to kill three thousand innocent people than to let one suspect escape. If they considered the Baili family a suspect…
“Please don’t find out anything or try to kill us. Otherwise… I must kill the third prince’s subordinate, too.”
However…
It would be a vicious cycle!
The third prince would definitely regard it as a personal provocation and arrive in person.
Then…
With no choice, he could only kill the third prince, but the consequences would be too severe.
“One lie has to be covered by countless lies, and killing one person means destroying a whole sect. This is not the life I want… I only hope that the prince’s subordinate is a kind and rational person who does not get the Baili family involved.” Baili Qingfeng heaved a sigh.
…
In the Starlight Club…
Wu Li had been staying in the Starlight Club doing nothing against the Wang family.
Ten years ago, after General Melbourne was framed, martial fighters in Shire were struck badly. They were eliminated by the country or banished. After a dozen years, they still hadn’t recovered. As a result, Wu Li thought he probably ranked in the top five in Shire.
With his capabilities, he could retreat easily however dangerous the situation was. That was why he was dealing with the Wang family so blatantly.
However, Baili Qingfeng emerged out of nowhere and slew the elites of the Iron Sword Sect, including Wang Gang, on his own. Wu Li was shocked and had been waiting for news in the Starlight Club. He did not dare move recklessly as he thought somebody had got their eyes on him.
“Thud! Thud! Thud!”
Hasty footsteps came from outside.
Wu Li was alarmed.