116 Missing Veterans (1/2)
Yun Yang first went to the west of the city to make a round of the slums. Looking at the happy smiles on the faces of those handicapped warriors, he was comforted. He then went to the south of the city before heading to the east and north...
Yun Yang’s pace was quick, each step seemed at ease but his fast movements had already taken him dozens of feet away.
Fang Mofei tailed him closely without losing a beat.
It was during this afternoon that people in the capital swore that they had seen a handsome young master with otherworldly grace pass before their eyes. Yun Yang’s strides were fast, assisted by his qinggong skills, but it was already midnight when he completed a complete round in Yutang City.
He did not do much and had only roamed around.
He was like a lonely lion patrolling his territory; soundlessly, but with pride and solitude. He was contented to watch the people under his care living in peace.
When he finally returned, Lao Mei came forth with an upset expression. ”Old Marshal Qiu came over today…”
The corners of Yun Yang’s lips twitched in amusement. Why would I be roaming around for the whole day if it weren’t for him?
He said softly, ”Yes, and what about it?”
”The old marshal was infuriated when he heard that you’ve left early in the morning…” Lao Mei looked trouble. ”Heknocked over our lion statue before he left.”
Looking at the shattered lion statue, the corners of Yun Yang’s lips twitched uncontrollably. Finally, he clapped and uttered his praise, ”Old Marshal is growing stronger with age! It’s something worth celebrating.”
He paused and continued, ”Go out and order a hundred lion statues tomorrow. Place two hereso the old marshal can vent his anger each time he comes over.”
The shock was written all over Lao Mei’s face.
Do you intend never to meet him?
If Lao Mei did not know of Yun Yang’s other identity, he would definitely be advising or persuading him. However, Lao Mei had long changed his stance; he was irrefutably on Yun Yang’s side and acknowledged all his decisions. Even if the other party had been Old Marshal Qiu, he put it aside and continued to the next visitor.
”General Tie Zheng came over as well.” Lao Mei said, ”He brought Marquis Yun a few boxes of border specialty fruits.”
Yun Yang sighed, ”That Tie Zheng. He is already so poor, why does he still give fruits? Where are they?”
”They’ve… been eaten by the kittens.”
Lao Mei was exasperated and so was Yun Yang.
”Right, did Old Marshal say anything before he left? Better yet, don't tell me. It’s better if I didn’t know.” Yun Yang had a sudden change of heart.
”Eat, eat. Eating is important.”
It was too bad that the eating had to stop as well. The four noble young masters had dropped by in the middle of the meal.
”Boss! I am here again.” Dong Tianleng’s unique voice was like his signature.
”Boss!”
”Lord!”
Chun Wanfeng, Xia Bingchuan, Qiu Yunsan, and Dong Tianleng were all here.
Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter had all gathered at Yun Yang’s place.
Yun Yang sighed.
He could not help but think of the Four Seasons Tower the moment he saw these four.
”I knew the boss is eating. The four of us haven’t eaten either.” Dong Tianleng chuckled and acted as if he was the most familiar with Yun Yang, turning around to call out, ”Butler, butler. Come, bring out another four sets of cutlery. Let’s drink until we’re drunk today, let’s not return if we are still sober.”
Lao Mei rolled his eyes at the behavior of this boor who regarded himself as someone close but still went to retrieve the requested utensils.
After some drinks, Dong Tiangleng finally brought up the main topic. ”Boss, do you remember the mystical beast case that you’ve mentioned previously?”
”Guaranteed!” Yun Yang wasted no time with pleasantries.
”Then… will the Luminary Paste really be poisoned?” Qiu Yunsan asked hesitantly.
”Have you got it already?” Yun Yang asked.
”Not yet.”
”In a nutshell, be very careful.” Yun Yang reminded, ”Always be on your guard against anyone and everyone.”
All four of them nodded seriously. Drinking quietly, the excitement that had been in their hearts had been somewhat dampened.
Apparently, the night’s mood was meant to be mellow as Yun Yang’s mood was somewhat subdued.
As the five of them drank in silence, a ray of sword-light shone suddenly at the south of Tiantang City. A scrawny silhouette appeared, carrying a large wine gourd on his back, reeking of alcohol; his gaze filled with longing.
”I’m… back again.”
I wonder how’s the little girl doing now?
”I have things to do this time. I should finish what I need to and retrieve the item first. After all, it can’t be delayed anymore.” The spiritless man smiled.
He entered the city gate with light steps.
…
Yun Yang and gang were drinking and chatting when suddenly a series of sharp raps emanated from the door.
Bang, bang, bang.
A person called out from the outside, ”May I ask if Young Master Yun is at home?”
It was already late in the night.