Chapter 615: Sacred Mountain's Deception!
Several young disciples from Sacred Mountain, although appearing to be in their thirties, emanated a faint fluctuation of aura, causing the elderly members of the Su family present to have unpleasant expressions. It seemed that these young disciples from Sacred Mountain were deliberately causing their auras to fluctuate, putting pressure on the hall.
The middle-aged woman in her forties had a calm expression and a dignified demeanor. Embroidered on her clothes was a badge that those familiar with it would recognize as the symbol of a Sacred Mountain steward.
While the position of steward might not be regarded as high in Sacred Mountain, it held a different meaning outside.
Sitting next to her, Su Jingting maintained a calm demeanor in front of the middle-aged woman, but his heart was quite uneasy.
"Young Master Su Wei has performed well in Sacred Mountain. Congratulations," the middle-aged woman said after some pleasantries. It was apparent that she was sincere, considering Su Wei's good performance in Sacred Mountain.
"Thank you for your care, steward, and thank Sacred Mountain for nurturing him," Su Jingting replied, feeling quite pleased. With Su Wei performing well in Sacred Mountain, he would have a promising future.
The relatives of the Su family were overjoyed upon hearing this, their faces filled with happiness. Su Wei, as a member of the Su family, performing well in Sacred Mountain meant that the Su family would also receive his protection in the future.
"Hehe, Lord of the Su family, came here today and there is something I want to discuss with the Su family. This matter has been personally addressed by the high-level members of Sacred Mountain."
Mentioning the high-level members of Sacred Mountain, the middle-aged woman's expression also showed a hidden sense of awe. She looked at Su Jingting, carefully observing his reaction as if trying to gauge it.
Su Jingting's face slightly changed, and his expression became solemn. How could he not understand the meaning behind the woman's words? By mentioning the high-level members of Sacred Mountain, she was undoubtedly reminding him that as a mere representative acting on behalf of the Su family, they were insignificant in the presence of Sacred Mountain. Whatever Sacred Mountain said, they would have to comply.
His gaze flickered, and Su Jingting maintained a calm expression, but deep inside, he had already speculated. Apart from Su Wei, who was currently at Sacred Mountain, the only other person from the Su family who could have a connection with Sacred Mountain was Su Yi.
It is said that Liu Ruoxi has returned to Man City this time, and people from Sacred Mountain have also come to the Su family. Su Jingting has already guessed the purpose behind their visit - it is likely related to Su Yi and Liu Ruoxi.
"Steward, please speak. If Sacred Mountain has any commands, the Su family will surely do their best," Su Jingting spoke up.
"Lord of the Su family, your words are grave. This visit to the Su family is also a gesture of apology. Su Yi, a member of the Su family, unfortunately met with an accident during his journey to Sacred Mountain, and we take responsibility for it," the middle-aged woman said softly.
"Misfortunes can befall anyone at any moment. Nobody wishes for such things. If this incident truly was an accident, it would be a result of my nephew's lack of fortune to ascend Sacred Mountain. However, if there is more to this matter than meets the eye, I believe that justice will eventually prevail," Su Jingting said calmly.
Hearing Su Jingting's words, the expressions of everyone present changed in secret.
The middle-aged woman's face also changed instantly, and she looked at Su Jingting, saying, "Listening to the Lord of the Su family's words, does it seem like you suspect that Su Yi's death is related to Sacred Mountain?"
"No, I would never imply that. Steward, please don't misunderstand my intentions," Su Jingting spoke up.
"That's right, Steward, the Lord of the Su family definitely didn't mean that," several relatives of the Su family also chimed in, trying to mediate the situation.
"This visit to the Su family also represents Sacred Mountain's condolences for Su Yi's death."
The middle-aged woman spoke, seemingly not paying much attention to Su Jingting's words. Whatever the Su family thought was inconsequential to Sacred Mountain.
As soon as she finished speaking, the middle-aged woman signaled with her eyes, and a young man by her side stepped forward. His expression was indifferent as he handed a jade box to Su Jingting.
Su Jingting was astonished. He took the jade box and carefully opened it, and an intense medicinal fragrance immediately wafted out, spreading and filling the air with a dazzling light.
A pill the size of a thumb emitting a golden glow appeared. Along with the dispersing energy, a faint sound of ethereal thunder and wind could be heard. It seemed alive.
"This is..."
Seeing the opened jade box in Su Jingting's hand, the faces of the Su family members present all changed dramatically. Although they didn't know the origin of the pill, they couldn't be certain that it was a priceless treasure.
Su Jingting's expression also changed drastically at the sight of such a pill. It was definitely not something ordinary, but a precious treasure.
"This is the Golden Thunder Heaven Pill, which is just a step away from the lower-grade yellow level. It is also an apology to the Su family," the middle-aged woman said with a faint smile as she observed Su Jingting's expression. Such a treasure, even the small Su family would have to go bankrupt to possess it. This time, the higher-ups seemed to have a special consideration for the Su family. This Golden Thunder Heaven Pill was absolutely tempting, even for her.
"What a precious treasure."
Upon hearing the middle-aged woman's words, the Su family members' eyes lit up with excitement. They had never had the chance to even see such a treasure, let alone possess it in their lifetime.
"We are honored and grateful for the grace of Sacred Mountain. Please let the steward know what the Su family can do for Sacred Mountain," Su Jingting spoke calmly, without revealing any traces of emotion. With such a grand gesture from Sacred Mountain, they couldn't possibly be giving it to the Su family for nothing.
A pill that was just a tiny bit away from reaching the lower-grade yellow level, what a precious treasure it was. The entire Su family would have to go bankrupt to afford it. If it was an ordinary time, Su Jingting would be trembling at the mere thought of it. But lately, there have been powerful individuals from the Divine Sword School who came and brought treasures like the Xuanyuan Soaring Dragon Pill. Just a single Xuanyuan Soaring Dragon Pill was already a genuine lower-grade yellow-level pill, far beyond what this Golden Thunder Heaven Pill could compare to.
"Here's the thing, regarding the marriage between Su Yi and our Sacred Mountain disciple Liu Ruoxi, though it was just a joke, and besides, Su Yi is now deceased, so the engagement has effectively ceased to exist. Therefore, from now on, the matter of the marriage between the Su family and the Liu family will come to an end," the middle-aged woman said to Su Jingting.
"Um..."
"Su Yi is already dead, so the engagement no longer exists."
Upon hearing this, the Su family members whispered amongst themselves. Sacred Mountain had already shown great favor to the Su family by sending such a generous gift. Now that Su Yi was deceased, the engagement naturally no longer existed.
Su Jingting's face darkened slightly, but he remained silent. He lightly closed the jade box in his hand and placed it quietly aside.
"What does the head of the Su family say?"
Seeing the situation, the middle-aged woman's expression became indifferent as she asked calmly.
"Master steward, the matter of the engagement between Su Yi and Liu Ruoxi was decided by my late father and Liu Ruoxi's elders. Even if the engagement is no longer valid now, it should be up to Liu Ruoxi's elders and my father to decide. Moreover, although Su Yi is presumed dead, his body has not been found, so no one can be sure. Therefore, Su Jingting, as the acting head of the Su family, has no authority to make any decisions in this matter. This generous gift is too much for us, and we thank Sacred Mountain for their kindness, but we truly cannot accept it."
