Chapter 116: Setting Foot in the Redwood King's Manor

  The gate of Dafu Mansion. From all the clothing stores in Nanyun Prefecture City. The four merchants of the tailor shop, Beidou Hall, big and small, five or six tables of people.

  These merchants did not understand what Xi Men's master was singing, but no one dared to whisper a word. In Nan Yun state city, being able to recite the invitation of Xi Men's master is an honor accumulated over generations.

  After everyone had taken their seats, Ximen Yu finally walked out of the back hall with a bright smile, accompanied by a young man with sparkling eyes.

  "Everyone, I've called you all here today to introduce a young and promising individual to you."

  With a smile, he pointed at Qin Wushuang: "This is Mr. Qin, from Donglin Town, Luojiang County, South Cloud State. I'm sure you've all heard the news by now, but this Mr. Qin's current value is not ordinary at all. Who knows, maybe in ten days or half a month, he'll be a prince."

  These merchants heard Ximen Yu introduce him, and they all murmured in low voices. The name Qin Wushuang was really too famous these days. The double champion of the Martial Arts Academy's trial, the young king and marquis, had become a hot topic across the country in just a few short days.

  But unexpectedly, Mr. Xi asked everyone to come and introduce this young man to everyone.

  Those clever businessmen immediately had a guess: "Could it be that the Eastern Forest Qin family was granted royal status, and their entire family's attire needs to be changed?"

  "What a great opportunity this is, to design attire for the rising royal family, it's absolutely glorious."

  These merchants were already thinking quickly, pondering what special advantages they had in this circle of Nanyun Prefecture and how they could stand out in the intense competition.

  Ximen Yu observed everyone's expressions, and smiled slightly: "I'm hosting this banquet on behalf of Qin Gongzi. He currently has a worrying matter that requires the assistance of all of you. I wonder if any of you are interested in helping Qin Gongzi resolve his troubles?"

  Those merchants all promised: "Prince Qin, you have only to give the order, it is our honor, how dare we decline? Please be at ease, Prince!"

  "Heh heh, being able to serve the future royal family is an honor for us businessmen. Thank you, Master Ximen, for making this connection."

  "No need to thank me." Ximen Yu still had a smiling face, "As long as you can help Qin Gongzi with this matter, that will be your great merit."

  "Go on, go on."

  Merchants and traders have expressed their stance, thumping their chests in guarantee, vowing to go all out.

  Qin Wushuang nodded and raised his wine glass: "The enthusiasm of all, Wushuang is deeply moved. This cup of wine, if it's not enough to express my gratitude, then let me thank you all in advance."

  He raised his cup, and those merchants dared not be slow, repeatedly saying they did not dare.

  "First toast as a sign of respect." With one toss of his head, Qin Wushuang downed the cup of wine. Those merchants and traders followed suit, tossing their heads back to drink, savoring the taste in their mouths and the beauty in their hearts.

  The princes of the future royal family toasted them, an encounter that ordinary people would never have had.

  "Alright, everyone, I have a piece of fabric here and I'd like to ask you all to take a look. Is this type of fabric popular in Nanyun Prefecture or the counties under its jurisdiction?" The merchants were initially taken aback, but soon understood that it wasn't about ordering custom-made clothes. Nevertheless, they were enthusiastic and eager to be the first to identify it, each trying to show off their expertise.

  "No need to rush, let's take it one table at a time. After we've all taken a look, everyone can share their opinions."

  Ximen Yu maintained order. Since the matter of the Qin family had nothing to do with Ximen Dafu, then he must take this opportunity to get closer to Qin Wushuang.

  He was very happy with his initial choice. He did not turn against Qin Wushuang, but instead accepted Qin Wushuang's proposal and valued harmony.

  If he had insisted on his dignity and refused to cancel the engagement, putting on a big show of his family's prestige, it would probably be Ximen Dafu who would end up in trouble now.

  That piece of fabric was passed around in a circle, and those merchants appraised it one after another, each with their own opinions, arguing with each other until their faces turned red.

  Ximen Yu pressed his arm, signaling everyone to calm down: "You one by one, don't argue."

  "Mr. Qiu, you first." Ximen nodded at a merchant he knew well, letting him speak first.

  "Master Qin, this is top-grade brocade, woven with genuine silver silk. The craftsmanship is extremely fine. Even in our Nan Yun state, including the city of Nan Yun, we have not reached such a level of luxury. It seems that the Blue Moon Kingdom is famous for producing this silver silk, which is very suitable for making high-end brocades. It's said that this kind of brocade can only be shared among the imperial family and the royal families. The lower nobility cannot even buy it."

  "Can it be confirmed as genuine silver silk satin?" Qin Wushuang asked.

  Qiu boss, however, didn't dare to guarantee it 100%: "We've all been in this line of work for decades, and although there's some dispute, most people think that this is indeed silver silkworm silk. If Master Qin wants to confirm it, he can go to Chi Mu Wang Cheng or even the Imperial Capital to consult with local silk experts. Maybe they'll be more certain."

  Still unable to give a definitive answer. However, Qin Wushuang was not disappointed either, at least the suspicion of Nanyun State could be basically ruled out.

  It seems that I still have to go to the Redwood King City to ask around. Thinking of the Redwood King City, Qin Wushuang suddenly thought of Tong Yao. Didn't Tong Yao say that there was a useful place to talk about?

  Just right, Tong Yao's family intelligence is super strong, maybe she can get a silver silkworm silk dress to compare. Must bring Jiang Li. After drinking a few cups of wine with him, he expressed his gratitude and wiped away the worries of the past.

  After dispersing, Qin Wushuang bid farewell and left Nanyun Prefecture.

  Ximen Yu let out a sigh of relief as Qin Wushuang left. He could clearly feel that Qin Wushuang's body was harboring a terrifying and pent-up resentment.

  Once this resentment is unleashed, the other party will be in trouble.

  Luckily, the one who is at odds with him isn't Sima Da. That's enough. No matter who else it is, Sima Da only needs to watch the excitement and that will do. He absolutely cannot get involved.

  Less than ten days later, Qin Wushuang arrived at the Redwood King City once again. With Tong Yao's warning, he was more cautious this time and did not show off or reveal his identity.

  He wasn't afraid of Chi Mu Wang, but rather didn't want to stir up more trouble at this time. You, Chi Mu Wang, can't stand that my trial results surpassed your son's, do I, Qin Wu Xuan, still need to consider your feelings?

  This is not Qin Wushuang's style at all.

  No matter if you are a royal family member or a big shot, just remember one thing: don't mess with me.

  Arriving at the secluded place where Tong Yao had taken him, he waited for a moment and sure enough, Tong Yao arrived. Seeing Qin Wu Xiang, she also asked cautiously: "How is it? Have you found any clues?"

  "There's a clue, and I need Miss Tong's help." Qin Wushuang didn't pretend to be polite, handing over half of the fabric, "Can you please check if this fabric is made from the silver silkworms of the Blue Moon Kingdom?"

  "Silver Silkworm?" Tong Yao was slightly startled.

  "What's wrong?"

  "Silver silkworm silk, a luxury only enjoyed by royalty and nobility. What are you doing looking at this?"

  "Is it really only for royalty and within the royal family?"

  To be exact, it should be people from the imperial family and royal clans, as long as their status is sufficient, they are qualified to enjoy. Tianya carefully corrected.

  "So, in Baiyue Kingdom, only the people beside Emperor He and the four major royal families have the qualification to enjoy it. Do their top masters have the qualification?"

  "There are. In royal families and imperial clans, the status of top masters is much higher than that of ordinary children born on the side, they certainly have the qualifications"

  Qin Wushuang's face slightly sank, and his mind suddenly became complicated: "The imperial family, the royal clan" in Baiyue State, ordinary people generally cannot pretend to be the identity of the imperial family and the royal clan. But it is very easy to pretend to be an identity with just one piece of clothing. Will that piece of fabric be a decoy? Intentionally letting me think in the wrong direction?

  With this in mind, Qin Wushuang decided to be more cautious in dealing with the matter. Before things are cleared up, emotions must be controlled.

  It's hard to predict the affairs of the world. Although we must be on guard against deceitful tactics, we cannot rule out the suspicion of royalty and imperial families. Truth and falsehood are intertwined, only what is seen with one's own eyes is the most real.

  He decided to go visit the Akagi royal palace.

  It occurred to him that there had been frequent cases of girls going missing in the vicinity of Akagi's domain in recent years, and as the highest authority in Akagi's domain, Akagi shouldn't just sit idly by.

  Just on this point alone, Akagi's royal family cannot be completely ruled out as suspects.

  Late at night, Qin Wushuang changed into a set of energetic attire and put on the genuine leather mask provided by Tong Yao. With that, Qin Wushuang had transformed into an entirely different person.

  The moon is dark and the wind is high, this is a very good night for a nocturnal visit.

  Qin Wushuang slipped away for a moment, and soon arrived at the end of the street by the Wang Mansion. He dodged into a dark corner. The Akagi Wang Mansion was after all the most authoritative existence in the Akagi Wang domain, and its defenses were naturally not ordinary. Rushing in rashly, although he wasn't worried about getting trapped, he still had to be on guard against the powerful experts inside the mansion. The Western Gate's Great Thresholds all had True Martial Realm Ninth Stage cultivators; the Akagi Wang Mansion would definitely have at least one or more True Martial Realm Ninth Stage cultivators.

  Just as he was observing carefully, he suddenly felt that from the west street, several black shadows were rushing over quickly, continuously shooting out, and after a few ups and downs, they arrived at the corner of the wall of the Wang Fu's backyard.

  One of them pinched his lips, imitating the nightingale's call. A moment later, a similar response came from inside, and then these four figures jumped over the wall and disappeared into the courtyard.

  Qin Wushuang seized this opportunity, his body as agile as a swallow, flipped over the wall and looked inside, also falling into the courtyard.

  Followed those few figures along.

  In the backyard under a large willow tree, a young man stood there like a ghost, with four men in black standing on either side of him.

  "Has everything been taken care of?" asked the young man lightly.

  "Reporting to Second Master, everything has been taken care of. The sixty-seven old men and women heading to the Imperial Capital have all returned empty-handed; we intercepted them halfway and killed them off completely. The corpses were also disposed of cleanly, leaving no future troubles."

  "Good, well done." The young master said gloomily, "Old rules, no one is allowed to leak a single word, otherwise your head will not be guaranteed."

  Yes.

  "Alright, you can withdraw now! Remember to leave by the same route and don't let that young master discover you."

  Four men in black nodded and turned to leave.

  Not many steps had been taken when a strange gleam suddenly flashed in the young man's eyes, and with a lift of his hand, the folding fan followed.

  Whoosh!

  Four fan bones shot out like sharp arrows and poisonous snakes, directly nailing into the backs of the four people!