Published: March 8, 2025
Chu Yang was overjoyed: "Really!"
Lan Changsong felt as if his heart was bleeding, and said, "I, Lan Changsong, have always kept my word!"
"Great!" Chu Yang shook his hand repeatedly, "You treat me like a national hero, so I must repay you wholeheartedly... Brother Lan, don’t worry, I’m all alone, no matter what, I can’t escape the grasp of the Lan Family, so... haha... our cooperation is definitely feasible, how could I dare to play tricks?"
Lan Changsong smiled cruelly: "As long as you know."
"However, Brother Lan must also guarantee that once the matter is accomplished, I do not wish for any backstabbing or killing to silence me." Chu Yang said seriously.
"Of course!" Lan Changsong replied solemnly, "I swear by the clear sky that if I were to do such a thing, let me die a terrible death."
Chu Yang was moved: "Brother Lan, there’s no need for such a heavy oath! I truly appreciate it, I believe in you..."
Lan Changsong laughed heartily.
"When can we start?" Lan Changsong asked.
"I can start as soon as the things I need arrive!" Chu Yang promised seriously.
"Good!" Lan Changsong praised, "Brother Chu is indeed straightforward! Come, I’ll take you to get the items. However, some items may be insufficient, and I need to send someone to collect more, so please don’t mind."
"How could I mind? I have plenty of time, I can wait." Chu Yang laughed cheerfully.
Lan Changsong felt a bit frustrated; he said this hoping Chu Yang would respond with, "It’s okay if there’s less..."
Unexpectedly, this guy seemed truly oblivious or just pretending to be clueless, actually willing to wait... You're just a layman, of course, you can wait, but I can't afford to wait...
The two of them walked out of the teahouse amicably and headed straight to the Lan Family’s residence here.
After walking for a while and turning a couple of corners, they ran into a group of people.
Both of them were momentarily taken aback.
What a narrow road for enemies to meet.
The newcomers were none other than Night Slaying Wind and his group of subordinates, apparently preparing to go out for a meal.
Upon seeing Chu Yang and Lan Changsong together so intimately, a hint of coldness flashed in Night Slaying Wind's eyes, but it quickly disappeared as he laughed heartily, "So it’s Brother Lan and Brother Chu! What a coincidence, have you two... had a meal already? That’s quite early."
Chu Yang honestly replied, "No, we only had a cup of tea."
Night Slaying Wind warmly said, "Lan Changsong, you’re too stingy! Inviting Brother Chu out and only having a cup of tea... Come, come, Brother Chu, if you don’t mind, let me treat you, let’s drink to our hearts’ content!"
Lan Changsong was unwilling to let Chu Yang leave with Night Slaying Wind and stepped forward.
With a half-smile, he blocked him and said, "Brother Ye, Brother Chu and I still have some matters to discuss... If Brother Ye wants to treat, once we’re done, just set a place, and I’ll go with Brother Chu."
Night Slaying Wind shot a deep glare at Lan Changsong, saying, "If that’s the case, then I won’t disturb you two. Brother Chu, don’t forget, I still owe you a meal... Haha, we’re brothers, there are still many days ahead. We’ll definitely drink to our hearts’ content another day! Don’t try to refuse then."
Chu Yang replied cheerfully, "What are you talking about? If Brother Ye treats, I certainly won’t refuse."
Night Slaying Wind laughed heartily, exchanged a few pleasantries, and left with his men.
"This guy appears generous but is actually a smiling tiger. Very cunning." Lan Changsong timely warned, "Brother Chu, be cautious when dealing with him, no matter what."
"Indeed," Chu Yang sighed, "In this world, there are too few people like Brother Lan who are so loyal and warm-hearted..."
The two laughed and continued their conversation as they walked.
Behind them, after turning a corner, Night Slaying Wind turned his head, casting a suspicious glance at the direction Chu Yang and Lan Changsong had gone, wondering, "What are these two up to together?"