Live-in Son-in-law

Chapter 1309 1309: Some People Are Worth Everything We've Got

Jing Wuyan secretly thought things were bad, it's true that misfortune never comes alone, the workings of the world are just so coincidental.

He was disguised as Chen Zhengrong, not expecting the real Chen Zhengrong to be at the City Lord's Mansion.

Li Ran's gaze was sharp, looking at Jing Wuyan and shouting, "Who exactly are you? Why are you pretending to be from the Sword Sect?"

"City Lord Li, even if I'm not Chen Zhengrong, how can you be sure I'm not from the Sword Sect?" Jing Wuyan still wanted to struggle until the end.

Li Ran's face showed a cold smile, "Sword Sect members would never be as polite as you. Based on this alone, I can conclude you are absolutely not from the Sword Sect."

Jing Wuyan bitterly smiled inwardly, realizing he had forgotten the Sword Sect's arrogance. Being too polite had revealed a clue to Li Ran.

Li Ran's gaze was sharp, "I'll ask you again, who exactly are you? Don't think about resisting; with your cultivation, you cannot escape from me."

Jing Wuyan sighed helplessly; Li Ran's cultivation was far superior to theirs, making escape truly impossible.

"City Lord Li, my apologies, we were forced to impersonate members of the Sword Sect." Jing Wuyan stood up, bowed deeply.

Li Ran stared at Jing Wuyan, his eyes flickering as if in thought, suddenly his gaze focused, "Could it be that you are Jing Wuyan?"

Jing Wuyan was startled; he didn't expect Li Ran to be so sharp, but now he couldn't ascertain Li Ran's thoughts and dared not admit it rashly. He had posed as a member of the Sword Sect to test Li Ran. Although they had gathered that Li Ran was at odds with the Sword Sect, only Li Ran knew the true situation.

"City Lord Li, do you have evidence to say that?"

Li Ran said indifferently, "I need no evidence; if you don't admit it, I'll capture you, and the truth will be revealed upon interrogation."

Jing Wuyan sighed, "Alright, I admit, I'm Jing Wuyan."

Li Ran's expression was slightly shocked; guessing was one thing, hearing Jing Wuyan admit it was another.

"Jing Wuyan, you dare greatly; do you know the Sword Sect is looking everywhere for you, and you boldly impersonate their members in front of me. Should I praise you for being foolish or for your commendable courage?"

Jing Wuyan's eyes remained steady, looking at Li Ran, "Then, is City Lord Li a member of the Sword Sect?"

Li Ran was slightly taken aback, his gaze flashed quickly, then became firm, "The real Chen Zhengrong is a guest at my City Lord's Mansion; do you say I'm a member of the Sword Sect?"

"I guess City Lord Li is not."

"Oh?" Li Ran looked at him with interest, "Young Master Jing may not know how much your head is worth, the smallest son of the Hall Master of Youming Hall, your weight is not light."

Jing Wuyan said candidly, "So does City Lord Li plan to hand me over to the Sword Sect, to be mercilessly killed like your son?"

Li Ran's calm face suddenly turned ferocious, his eyes filled with hatred.

Jing Wuyan secretly breathed a sigh of relief, apparently his information was correct. Seeing Li Ran's reaction, he indeed hated the Sword Sect greatly.

Li Ran took a deep breath, then exhaled, as if releasing the hatred compressed in his heart for a long time, said calmly, "Looks like Young Master Jing knows quite a bit."

Jing Wuyan bowed, "In Southern Middle State, it's not an exaggeration to say I'm in the Dragon Pond and Tiger Cave. To protect myself, I naturally have to tread carefully. To bring up City Lord Li's private matters in front of you was necessary; I ask for your understanding and forgiveness."

Li Ran looked at Jing Wuyan without speaking for a long time, then sighed after a long while, "Not surprising you're the son of the Hall Master of Youming Hall, your courage is admirable."

"City Lord Li overpraises me."

Li Ran said indifferently, "You may go, I will pretend you never came tonight."

"City Lord Li..."

Li Ran said indifferently, "I know what you want to say, but Young Master Jing underestimates the Sword Sect too much. Your father has contended with the Sword Sect for a century, yet he cannot afford to underestimate them. Young Master Jing's courage is commendable, but the desire to rescue someone from the Sword Sect is farfetched, along with me, it's not feasible. Moreover, I cannot disregard the citizens and my subordinates."

Jing Wuyan bitterly smiled; turns out Li Ran had seen through his intention all along.

Li Ran said indifferently, "The two of you, take your time leaving; I won't see you off. If Young Master Jing heeds my advice, you should find a way to return to the Northern Central State. Besides, I can let you go once, but definitely not a second time; hope we don't meet again. After all, you're from the Youming Hall."

Jing Wuyan gave a bitter smile, realizing enticing Li Ran was impossible. He had thought of using money to try, but ultimately gave up. Li Ran was surely not someone money could sway; offering money would be no less than an insult.

Jing Wuyan bowed, "Thank you, City Lord Li. But before I leave, I have to say one thing. No matter the cost, I will save my friend, even if it takes my life. Some people in life deserve our wholehearted dedication. I'm sorry for the disturbance; I'm taking my leave."

Li Ran's gaze became confused, he was momentarily lost in thought. But soon, he gave a bitter smile of helplessness. How can he forget the hatred of a murdered son? But he has relatives, citizens of the city; should he fail, all these people would be buried with him. He cannot be so selfish.

Jing Wuyan, along with Mo Xiao, stepped out the door, just about to leave when suddenly a strange laugh sounded from the darkness, "Since Young Master Jing is here, why rush to leave? A cup of hot tea is necessary."

Jing Wuyan's face suddenly changed.

Li Ran in the main hall also heard the voice, his face changed, and he quickly walked out.

In the darkness, figures emerged, all dressed in white robes, holding longswords.

This garb was only worn by the Sword Sect.

A tall, slightly plain-looking youth looked playfully at Jing Wuyan, saying, "I have long heard of Young Master Jing's name; seeing you today really makes me, Chen Zhengrong, quite happy."

Jing Wuyan's eyes slightly narrowed, so this was the real Chen Zhengrong, facing the true master.

Chen Zhengrong looked behind Jing Wuyan, speaking in a strange tone, "City Lord Li, thank you, for catching such a big fish for me. Your contribution here is not small, I will report truthfully."

Jing Wuyan looked back at Li Ran, his eyes slightly narrowed. Could this all be Li Ran's plan, had he misjudged him? But on second thought, that seemed wrong; Li Ran, even as a 'God,' couldn't possibly know he would visit at midnight.

Seeing Jing Wuyan surrounded by Sword Sect members, Li Ran too was startled. But very quickly, he calmed down and said indifferently, "What does Young Master Chen mean by this, I don't understand."

Chen Zhengrong chuckled, his expression slightly twisted, "Is City Lord Li telling me you don't recognize this person?"

Li Ran's expression was slightly startled, surprised, "Isn't he from your Sword Sect? Does he have another identity?"