Chapter 198
Chapter 198: Misery Loves Company
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Pei Wuchen obviously knew what Lu Wenshu was implying . Because of him, the Phoenix King Valley was preparing to bring up a marriage alliance with the imperial clan . After he led the imperial descendants to the Falling Cloud Mountain Range to capture the Green Flame Eagle, plenty of conflicts broke out . In the end, the Phoenix King Valley obtained one of the eggs while his First Brother represented the Cloud Water Nation’s imperial clan to obtain another egg . If that was the case, it would be fine . After all, the Phoenix King Valley wouldn’t have returned empty-handed . It just so happened that his Emperor Father learned of the rumors behind Feng Wan’er actions . He also learned that Luo Chu was Divine Physician Bai . During the farewell feast, the old emperor rejected the marriage proposed by the Phoenix King Valley and it was equivalent to him slapping the Phoenix King Valley in the face .
After connecting all the dots, some people who were too smart for their own good would overthink the situation . They might think that the Cloud Water Nation’s imperial clan had used the Phoenix King Valley from the very beginning . They then got rid of the Phoenix King Valley after obtaining some benefits .
It was the reason behind the tense relationship between the Phoenix King Valley and the imperial clan . They were wary of each other and treated the other party with extreme caution . If Pei Wuchen went over to the elder by himself, the elder was definitely going to be unhappy . When all was said and done, Pei Wuchen had grown up in the Phoenix King Valley, but now, he was starting to side with the imperial clan . The elder might even feel disappointed and the relationship between the two parties might deteriorate .
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“Wuchen doesn’t dare to reject Young Master Lu’s kind intentions . I will have to trouble Young Master Lu to go along with me . ” Pei Wuchen already thought of the consequences . As such, he accepted Lu Wenshu’s assistance .
Before Pei Wuchen could speak to the elder, he was interrupted by Lu Wenshu . Lu Wenshu looked at Pei Wuchen and shook his head gently as an indication for Pei Wuchen not to speak first . Lu Wenshu turned around to speak with the Phoenix King Valley Elder .
“Elder, Wenshu has a request and I wonder if Elder can agree to it . ” Lu Wenshu bowed respectfully .
When the elder saw that Lu Wenshu was here, a brilliant smile appeared on his face . “Wenshu, it’s you… What’s the matter? You may speak your mind . If I can make the decision, I will definitely agree to your request . ” Even the Phoenix King Valley Elder wanted to build a good relationship with Lu Wenshu . Lu Wenshu might be a junior, but there was a saying, ‘the younger generation will surpass the old in time’ . This saying was most fitting for a person like Lu Wenshu .
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When Lu Wenshu saw how polite the Phoenix King Valley Elder was, he took the opportunity to speak of his plan .
“Actually, it’s nothing much . This junior wants to invite Divine Physician Bai for a meal . However, it seems like the divine physician is not willing to go alone . This junior wanted to invite the First Prince, but all the other princes wanted to come along . They talked about how the Emperor was praising me and putting them down . As such, this junior wants to take the chance to ease their frustrations . This junior remembers that the Cloud Water Nation’s imperial clan has a great relationship with the Phoenix King Valley . If I bring them away, I’m afraid you will blame me . In order to prevent you from feeling upset, I brought along His Third Highness . I hope that you can agree to this junior’s request for the sake of His Third Highness . ”
Since Lu Wenshu already made up such a good excuse, the elder would look bad if he didn’t agree . He quickly gave them his permission but kept Pei Wuchen behind . He said that he needed to speak with Pei Wuchen before allowing him to attend the dinner .
“Wuchen, if you can use this opportunity to make friends with Lu Wenshu, you better remember the Phoenix King Valley . Even if you can’t get into his good books, try to pull him closer to you . Your Emperor Father might have rejected the alliance marriage between the Phoenix King Valley and the Cloud Water Nation, but the relationship between us still exists . Never forget that . ” It was clear that the elder was threatening Pei Wuchen .
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Pei Wuchen knew what the Phoenix King Valley Elder meant and immediately responded, “Wuchen understands . A day as a teacher, a life as a father . . . That is the Valley Master’s place in Wuchen’s heart . The Phoenix King Valley can be considered Wuchen’s second home and I won’t allow you to suffer a loss . Wuchen will keep Elder’s teaching in mind . My brothers are waiting for me and Wuchen shall make a move first . ” Pei Wuchen cupped his fist and bowed as he left the practice grounds .
The tense situation between the Phoenix King Valley and the Cloud Water Nation was putting Pei Wuchen in a difficult spot . Right now, Pei Wuchen was like a mouse inside the bellows as he suffered from winds from both sides . Originally, he thought that the Phoenix King Valley was going to bring him plenty of benefits . He never expected that the old emperor would be the rock in his path . Moreover, after receiving a lecture from the elder, he didn’t feel too good .
Pei Wuchen bumped into Lu Wenshu along the way . Just as Pei Wuchen was feeling doubtful, Lu Wenshu spoke out, “Since we came together, we should return together . What if they think I sold you away?”
Pei Wuchen heard Lu Wenshu’s words and understood that Lu Wenshu probably thought of something after noticing his unpleasant expression . Lu Wenshu was trying to make him feel better . Pei Wuchen immediately thanked Lu Wenshu, “Many thanks to Young Master Lu . If you didn’t come along with me, things might have gone south . ”
Lu Wenshu mocked himself, “There is no need to thank me . No one can understand your current feelings more than me . How can one deal with their sect and their feelings at the same time? It is impossible to satisfy both sides . ”
Pei Wuchen fell silent after hearing what Lu Wenshu said . He did hear of the matters between Lu Wenshu and the evil dao witch . They said that Lu Wenshu had received orders from his sect to get close to the evil dao witch, but never expected to fall in love during his mission . Not only did he disobey his sect, he also defended the evil dao inheritance . He even protected them from the orthodox sects . He even secluded himself after the entire affair .
These so-called rumors were things Pei Wuchen couldn’t mention in front of Lu Wenshu . He was afraid that Lu Wenshu would fly into a rage when he heard about such matters .