Chapter 465

Chapter 465: Helpless Deal

The two people who visited the study late at night were none other than Long Yunshuang and her brother Long Yunting.

After Zhou Luo’s words fell, the two simultaneously pulled down the hoods of their black cloaks, revealing their true faces.

Long Yunshuang was still as aloof as ever, like an iceberg, emanating a cold aura.

However, the man beside her had a handsome face with sharp features, deep eyes like the sea, but his complexion was equally pale, his aura weak, and even a brownish gleam appeared in his pupils.

He had been poisoned, and deeply poisoned at that, which had severely affected his vision.

No one could have expected that these two, who had been hunted down everywhere by Ninth Prince Long Yu, even attacked in Qinyuan Sect, would appear here tonight.

Once this matter got out, the entire Zhou Fu would likely be thrown into chaos.

This was why Zhou Luo, upon seeing them, showed a bitter smile.

At this moment, the two were no different from ticking bombs; if Long Yu found out, the entire Zhou Fu might be razed to the ground.

“We need to stay for a month.”

Without answering Zhou Luo’s question, Long Yunshuang got straight to the point.

She and her brother had been hiding everywhere, but they had not been able to escape their enemies’ pursuit. Now, the poison in her brother had reached a point where it could not withstand any more turmoil, so they needed a place to settle down and detoxify.

After much deliberation, she ultimately took a risk and came here.

As the saying goes, the most dangerous place is the safest place. Long Yu must have planted many informants in Immortal City to guard against them, so he presumably would not expect them to return here.

As for why they didn’t go to Tian Xia Restaurant, it wasn’t that they distrusted Manager Jin; mainly, that place was undoubtedly under heavy surveillance, and going there posed too great a risk of exposure.

“Manager Long, I truly don’t have the capability to shelter you. Moreover, aren’t you worried that I might hand you over?” Zhou Luo said helplessly.

These mighty figures were more than his little Zhou Fu could shelter.

Besides, what kind of virtue or ability did he possess to earn their trust? If even a whisper got out, not to mention himself, even his wives, concubines, and children would be in danger. Thus, he could not take the risk and could only politely decline.

“I trust you,” Long Yunshuang said firmly, staring at him intently.

Based on her understanding of Zhou Luo, she knew his character wouldn’t do such a risky thing.

Because although they were on their last legs, they were not defenseless, so he definitely wouldn’t risk it.

Moreover, for some unknown reason, when she chose to return to Qinyuan City, the first person she thought of in her heart was Zhou Luo.

Hearing these words, Zhou Luo’s eyes flashed, but inside, he suddenly felt like cursing.

Because he knew why she was so certain.

It must have been due to the influence of the Heartfelt Gu.

Back then, to win her favor, he had deliberately made her take the Heartfelt Gu during her treatment to increase her affection.

Yet, he hadn’t expected that now, because of this affection, she had chosen to seek refuge with him.

In an instant, Zhou Luo felt a surge of regret in his heart.

But just as Long Yunshuang understood, he couldn’t guarantee that the brother and sister didn’t have other trump cards; if he turned them over lightly, even before Long Yu’s people arrived, he might be killed by these two.

Even though he had a Golden Core puppet on him, he wasn’t very confident. Especially because Long Yunting himself was at the Golden Core stage; even weakened by poison, he was still not to be underestimated.

After all, they were direct descendants of the prince’s residence; choosing to come here meant they were not worried about any backlash.

After pondering it, Zhou Luo realized he genuinely had no alternative and could only reluctantly agree.

His gaze shifted back and forth between the two before he finally said, "I can offer you a place to stay, but can you assure me that Long Yu won’t discover us?"

The most critical issue right now was whether their whereabouts could be kept secret.

Upon hearing these words, Long Yunshuang replied with a serious expression, "These robes we wear are high-quality spiritual artifacts; as long as we don’t use spiritual energy, they can perfectly mask our auras."

"I can only guarantee that no one noticed us during the journey."

It was thanks to these two spiritual artifacts that they repeatedly avoided enemy ambushes and kept their movements concealed.

Still, it was impossible for them not to use spiritual energy at all while travelling, particularly when healing wounds where it was essential.

So this concealment could only last for a little while.

This was why, when they first entered Zhou Fu, she had decided to knock to summon Zhou Luo.

Hearing the phrase "spiritual artifacts," Zhou Luo’s eyes brightened, and his stare fixed on the black robe, becoming glued to it.

Indeed, the prince’s residence had deep resources and could casually produce two high-quality spiritual artifacts.

These were high-quality spiritual artifacts; even a Golden Core master couldn’t detect them.

No wonder he hadn’t found anything earlier.

If he could secure one of them, his own safety would be greatly enhanced.

Noticing Zhou Luo’s subtle expression shift, before Long Yunshuang could speak, Long Yunting’s frail voice slowly said, "Once this matter is settled, I can gift you this robe."

On the way, his sister had informed him that Zhou Luo acted very cautiously and was also a self-interested individual; he became trustworthy if the benefits were big enough.

Such a person was easy to manage.

A shiver ran through Zhou Luo’s heart, and he smiled, "Then I express my gratitude to you, Master."

Things had progressed this far, so he couldn’t drive them away; instead, he might as well exploit the situation for some gain.

If he actually obtained this high-quality spiritual artifact, it would be ideal.

He said warmly, "Tell me what detoxification materials you require; I’ll help you find them, but you must not leave Zhou Fu."

After speaking, he also withdrew a jade bottle from his bosom, containing some healing Second Level spiritual potions, and offered it directly to them.

Long Yunshuang observed the jade bottle, her eyes flickering slightly, and quietly accepted it.

"I believe you are a smart person. If you truly make a poor choice, don’t blame us," she cautioned.

If Zhou Luo actually reported this to Long Yu, she would kill him at any cost.

Zhou Luo nodded, "Don’t worry, I’m aware you have allies at the tavern."

Previous hints from Manager Jin had made it clear that this brother and sister duo weren’t isolated; they surely had many supporters at the tavern.

Promptly, he settled them both in the secret chamber where Lin Xi had previously undergone Closed-Door Training.

"If anything is needed, just reach out to me using the message talisman," Zhou Luo prepared some medicinal herbs and potions for them.

He then addressed Long Yunshuang, "Manager Long, I have a few things I wish to ask you; could you step outside for a moment?"

Long Yunshuang did not refuse.

She accompanied Zhou Luo outside.

Zhou Luo stopped concealing his thoughts and spoke straightforwardly, "Do you plan on hiding forever?"

He needed to know what they intended to do next—whether they were just treating this as a temporary haven and would keep fleeing afterward.

Then, he had to contemplate whether to continue opposing Long Yu, who had now become the Ninth Prince.

Now that Qinyuan Sect had achieved a major victory, his earlier concerns completely vanished.

If the other side learned in future he had sheltered them, it would inevitably cause trouble again.

He had to weigh this matter.

Long Yunshuang saw his earnest expression and spoke up, "I understand what you fear; we won’t passively wait for doom…"