Chương 256: The Yun Family

The Yaochi Tea Party officially concluded successfully around mid-afternoon. Everyone carried their day's harvests back onto the boats to return to the lakeshore. Hui Wu, that bald thief of a monk, was now like a bird startled by the twang of a bowstring whenever he faced him. The moment the event ended, he had fled without a trace. Wanting to find the local tyrant to extort a meal but failing, Master Song could only return disappointed and regretful.

"Young Master Song, has there been any progress on what Grandmaster Hui Wu mentioned this morning?" On the boat, Shen Ziming couldn't hold back anymore and asked.

"Haha, indeed! From now on, our Moon-Lacking Pavilion will be considered a member of the Phoenix Society, and I will also be one of the high-ranking figures within the Society. I will explain the specific details to you once we get back to the room." This matter would be announced in just a few days anyway, so Song Que had nothing to hide, readily sharing the news with the three of them. Yun Xi and Qingzhu were also delighted and offered their congratulations:"Congratulations, Young Noble Song!

From now on, your Moon-Lacking Pavilion can truly be said to have a meteoric rise, reaching the heavens in a single bound." Speaking up to this point, a hint of gloom flashed across Yun Xi's eyes. For years, her Yun family had tried every possible method to climb aboard the colossal chariots of the Nine Rivers Alliance and the Heavenly River Sword Sect. However, despite their immense efforts, the results were negligible. Yet, for the young man sitting opposite her, it was simply a casual stroll to a banquet.

He showed his face, postured a bit, and without expending much effort, secured the entire matter. Furthermore, judging by Zhao Mingyue's clear favoritism toward him, his Moon-Lacking Pavilion would never have to worry about its path of development in the future. After all, if the Enchantress wanted to cultivate a group of trusted core subordinates, not only did they need sufficient personal strength, but the factions under them also had to be equally solid.

With the resources of the Nine Rivers Alliance tilted in his favor, it could be said that Villain Song was destined to be forcefully spoon-fed until he was overflowing with fat, using the most brutal and direct methods to force his development. Naturally, Yun Xi couldn't help but be envious of this. That was because she didn't know this little thief only had to pay a 'friendship price' of 10, 000 silver taels a month.

If this matter were made known, it was guaranteed that the eyes of all the factions in Yangnan would turn red with jealousy. Ignoring the fleeting look of disappointment on the beauty's face, Master Song felt the path of his official career was wide open. He laughed spiritedly:"It's just a stroke of luck. I will still need much assistance from the Sea of Clouds Pavilion in the future."

"That is natural. Our Yun family will forever be Young Noble Song's best ally."

"Then I thank Miss Yun!" The two looked at each other and smiled. At the very least, both Yun Xi and Song Que were satisfied with the strategic relationship between their two sides. They had no conflict of interest and could perfectly complement and support each other. Furthermore, by befriending a person with such a boundless future like Grandee Song, the Yun family might very well take another step higher in the future.

"Old Shen, you will set off and return to Qinghe tomorrow morning. The Heavenly River Sword Sect will soon announce the establishment of the Society. After that, I will have to trouble you to handle the handover procedures and receive the banner. I still have important matters to attend to and won't be able to return for the time being." Having reassured Yun Xi, Song Que turned to instruct Shen Ziming.

"Understood, Pavilion Master!"

"Also, if any beauties who don't know my address send letters to the Moon-Lacking Pavilion, you must absolutely keep them safe for me! If you dare lose them, this Young Master will never forgive you!" Scumbag Song was still particularly obsessed with this certain matter in his heart. Everyone:..... Unable to bear shattering his delusions, the three of them merely sighed in silence. Old Shen also just gave a perfunctory nod to appease him........

After cruising on the lake for a while, the small boat returned the four of them to the embankment where they had gathered that morning. Just as they were preparing to bid farewell to Yun Xi and her maid, the beauty suddenly spoke up:"I wonder if Young Noble Song has made any arrangements for tonight?" The narrative has been stolen; if detected on Amazon, report the infringement.

"Heh, Yun Xi, are you trying to ask me out on a date? If that's the case, then even if I had matters as grand as the heavens to attend to, this humble one would toss them aside." Hearing her tone, Master Song beamed with joy. Rolling her eyes at him, Yun Xi forced down the urge to press this guy down and beat him up, gritting her teeth and huffing:"My father heard the news of your arrival in Yangnan, so he wants to invite you to the Yun family for a meal.

He wishes to get to know Pavilion Master Song, the world-renowned Black Gorilla. I wonder if Young Master Song would grant him face?"

"Heh heh, we're already meeting the parents? Isn't our relationship progressing a bit too fast?" Seeing her flustered state, Master Song felt even more inclined to tease her. In broad daylight, and in such a crowded place, Song Que's loud voice naturally attracted the attention of quite a few people. This time, the beautiful Yun Xi was truly furious. No longer giving him face, she glared at him and shouted:"Villain Song, enough of your nonsense! Just give me a straight answer, are you going or not?!"

"Hehe, I'm going, why wouldn't I? Since the patriarch has summoned me, I must be there even if I have to die trying! Let's hurry up and go. Old Shen, you head back to the inn by yourself first." What else could Shen Ziming do? Aside from secretly cursing him for prioritizing women over friends, he obediently returned to his life as a single dog. On this side, Qingzhu ran ahead to the Yun family estate to deliver the news, leaving Yun Xi and Song Que to stroll leisurely on their way.

Along the journey, with the 'Veteran Driver' Master Song by her side, the beautiful Yun Xi quickly forgot the earlier incident. The little thief's teasing jokes made her laugh until she swayed like a branch in the wind. By the time they neared her home, her sides were aching with laughter, forcing her to stop and regulate her breathing for a moment before they could continue. During this trip, through Yun Xi's recount, Song Que also gained a much better understanding of the Yun family.

Currently, the family had two helmsmen, both of whom were 7th Grade True Qi realm First-Tier experts. They were the Family Head, Yun Tianxiang—Yun Xi's father—and his blood brother, Yun Laifu. Yun Xi's father had put in quite the effort at his 'job,' working hard to produce a total of seven children for her. This little girl just happened to be the second to last, the youngest daughter in the family. Normally, the youngest child should be the most doted on and loved.

Unfortunately, her birth mother passed away early, and her father was busy with matters, so she lacked care and attention since childhood. Furthermore, the other branches of the family frequently bickered and schemed against each other, so Yun Xi's relationship with her siblings wasn't great—in fact, it could even be called terrible. Master Song had already sensed this when they met her Third Brother and Fifth Sister earlier. That was why he didn't give that Yun Yan any face.

Otherwise, with his upbringing, he wouldn't have abandoned his guests to sit alone while he went off to play at another table. When the two of them returned, they had wanted to travel together with him, but he politely refused and tactfully shooed them away...... As the owners of the Sea of Clouds Pavilion—one of the largest merchant guilds in Yangnan Prefecture—the Yun family's main residence here naturally couldn't be ordinary or shoddy.

Just looking at the two three-meter-tall stone lions flanking the main gates, Song Que could feel the aura of a local tyrant rushing at his face. This reminded him of the true super-tyrant, Hui Wu. He still hadn't managed to mooch a single meal off him to this day! Master Song secretly seethed with hatred.

"Greetings, Seventh Miss!" The guards on both sides respectfully shouted upon seeing the two approach.

"En, has Qingzhu returned to meet my father yet?"

"To answer the Miss, the Family Head is already waiting in the guest reception hall!"

"Good. Young Noble Song, please follow me!" Okey-dokey! Grandee Song bounced happily beside her. Seeing the little girl's face looking slightly excited, he couldn't help but open his mouth to tease:"Hehe, Miss Yun, is this your first time bringing someone home to meet the parents? Are you feeling a bit nervous? Do you need me to give you a little 'Power of Love'?"

"A dog's mouth can never spit out ivory!" Already well aware of this guy's personality, Yun Xi didn't take his words to heart. She merely glared at him angrily, gave a light scolding, and paid him no further mind, quickening her pace to lead the way. At that moment, just as they passed through a small courtyard, a middle-aged man unexpectedly stepped out to block their path.

"Second Uncle!" Yun Xi bowed slightly in greeting. It turned out this person was one of the two First-Tier experts of the Yun family, the current Family Head's younger brother, Yun Laifu. Not losing his manners, Song Que hurriedly cupped his hands:"Greetings, Second Master Yun!"

"En, you are Song Que?"

"That is exactly this junior."

"Take this!" What the f*ck?! Dropping that sentence, Yun Laifu unexpectedly launched himself forward. His left hand opened flat, and his right hand formed a fist, attacking Song Que from both sides. It was their Yun family's renowned palm technique. Cloud Flowers Flying Butterflies – Butterflies Weaving Through Flowers. Although startled by the sudden turn of events, Master Song's sharp senses still allowed him to react in time. He hurriedly used soft internal force to push Yun Xi to the side.

His feet weren't idle either; his right leg whipped out fiercely like a mountain-shattering sledgehammer.

"Good!" Yun Laifu shouted softly. A light push from his palm deflected the leg's force, while he himself rapidly executed the Butterfly Steps. Like a graceful butterfly, he twirled right next to Song Que, his two palms splitting up and down to attack Song Que's chest and lower abdomen. Having quickly scanned the man with his Domain just now, Song Que saw that this person's internal force was only marginally stronger than Gu He's. Grandee Song's heart settled entirely.

Without hesitation, his left hand formed an Eagle Claw and his right a Tiger Swipe, violently meeting the opponent's attacks head-on in a hard clash. Bang! As expected, his estimation was spot on. The opponent's internal force was only slightly above two elephants of force. Although it surpassed his own, the difference wasn't large. After the clash, Song Que only stepped back three paces before stabilizing his body, while Yun Laifu was forced to stop and disperse the opponent's brute force.

"Brat, again!" A strange glint flashed in Yun Laifu's eyes, and he rapidly charged forward once more. The battle had escalated too quickly, leaving Master Song completely bewildered even now. However, crossing blows with an expert was a rare opportunity. Not hesitating in the slightest, he immediately brandished his fists and charged forward. Fight!