Chapter 616
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Chapter 616: Return Medication!
As Su Jingting’s words fell, he gently pushed the jade box toward the middle-aged beauty.
“This…”
The members of the Su family looked on with heavy expressions. Watching Su Jingting return such a priceless treasure left them deeply unsettled. Such a valuable item—one that the entire Su family couldn’t afford even if they gave up everything—was being refused so easily.
On the other side, the Sacred Mountain representatives had dark expressions. Su Jingting’s action was entirely unexpected.
“Master of the Su family, what do you mean by this? Are you looking down on Sacred Mountain?” The middle-aged beauty’s expression turned cold as she fixed her sharp gaze on Su Jingting.
“I wouldn’t dare,” Su Jingting replied respectfully. “It’s just that the grace of Sacred Mountain is immense, and I am unworthy of receiving such kindness.” His demeanor remained composed and dignified.
“I advise you to reconsider,” the middle-aged beauty said indifferently. “This was never a request—it was Sacred Mountain notifying the Su family. Don’t be foolish enough to reject such generosity.”
A chill spread through the hall, making the atmosphere suddenly feel stifling.
The members of the Su family had darkened faces. It was clear that the steward from Sacred Mountain was growing impatient, and offending her would undoubtedly bring trouble to the Su family.
Su Jingting’s gaze flickered. His hands clenched into fists before gradually loosening. Taking a deep breath, he stood up, cupped his fists, and spoke earnestly.
“My son is at Sacred Mountain. I sincerely appreciate the steward’s care for him. However, I, Su Jingting, am not in a position to make decisions at this moment, and I dare not accept such a precious gift.”
“Hmph!”
The middle-aged beauty’s face darkened completely. With a cold snort, she stood up, her expression steely and unyielding.
“Master of the Su family, let’s not drag this out. I’m here to inform you that the engagement between the Su family and the Liu family is officially annulled. That is all. Let’s go!”
With a wave of her hand, she turned and walked out.
The young disciples accompanying her cast indifferent glances at the Su family members, their expressions filled with contempt, before silently following her lead.
“Steward, please take your time,” Su Jingting called after her.
The middle-aged beauty halted, glancing back at him. A faint flicker crossed her eyes, as though she expected him to change his mind.
“Please take this pill back, Steward. The Su family cannot accept it.”
Su Jingting stepped forward, offering the jade box once more.
“The Su family… very well. Very well indeed!”
The middle-aged beauty was momentarily stunned but took the pill with a cold, indifferent smile before turning away without another word.
“Steward, please don’t be offended…”
Several elders of the Su family stood abruptly, their faces pale with anxiety as they tried to appease her.
“Master, we’ve offended Sacred Mountain. This could bring serious consequences…”
Among the remaining members of the Su family, worry was evident. Offending the Sacred Mountain was dangerous—especially with Su Wei still in their ranks.
“The engagement between the former family head and the Liu family should have been settled between them,” Su Jingting said firmly.
“But Su Yi is already dead. The engagement no longer holds any meaning,” one elder countered. “It’s unnecessary to provoke Sacred Mountain over something that’s no longer relevant. Su Wei is still there—this could make things difficult for him.”
“According to Sacred Mountain, Su Yi is dead. But what if he isn’t? We haven’t seen a body.”
Su Jingting’s voice was steady as he swept his sleeves and looked at them all.
“This matter is settled. We will not discuss it again.”
“Sigh…”
Several elders let out deep sighs. To risk the wrath of Sacred Mountain for a deceased Su Yi… it was a reckless gamble.
Just then, a hurried voice broke the tense silence.
“Master! Master!”
A Su family servant rushed in, breathless and anxious.
“What’s the matter?” Su Jingting asked, his expression turning serious.
“Miss Liu Ruoxi from the Liu family has arrived. She wishes to see the former family head.”
The servant’s voice trembled slightly. The woman outside—like a celestial being—was so striking that he dared not even meet her eyes directly.
“Liu Ruoxi?”
Su Jingting’s expression shifted into one of surprise and uncertainty.
Moments Later, in the Su Family Hall
Liu Ruoxi entered gracefully, her steps light as she moved forward and bowed politely.
“Ruoxi greets Uncle Su.”
“You are too kind. Your presence alone is an honor,” Su Jingting replied.
His heart trembled slightly as he looked at her. The young girl from the past had transformed into a celestial beauty. She radiated an ethereal aura, one that felt even more imposing than the Sacred Mountain steward from earlier.
“Uncle Su is too polite. It has been many years since we last met, yet you haven’t changed at all,” Liu Ruoxi said with a soft smile.
“It has been a long time,” Su Jingting agreed. “You’ve grown up, and I—” He let out a small sigh.
Liu Ruoxi had blossomed into a woman of remarkable presence. Her aura alone carried an indescribable weight, making him feel more pressured than when facing the Sacred Mountain envoy.
“Earlier, I encountered the representatives from Sacred Mountain,” Liu Ruoxi continued. “I was unaware of their purpose here. If my presence caused any inconvenience or trouble for Uncle Su and the Su family, I sincerely apologize.”
Outside, she had seen the departing Sacred Mountain members. Their expressions had made it clear that the meeting hadn’t gone well.
“This is troubling…” Su Jingting sighed but quickly reached out to help Liu Ruoxi up.
“Miss Liu is too considerate,” one of the Su family elders hurriedly said.
Today, Liu Ruoxi was no longer the same girl they had once known. Now, she was a highly regarded disciple of Sacred Mountain. Compared to their humble Su family, her status was immeasurably high.
“I heard that the patriarch is injured,” Liu Ruoxi said. “My father specifically asked me to visit and pay my respects. I still remember Uncle Su’s strength from when I was younger. This is just a small token of my gratitude—a gesture of filial respect. Uncle Su, please don’t refuse. If you do, I won’t be able to face my father when I return.”
With that, she extended a small vial toward Su Jingting, her expression sincere.
“This…”
Su Jingting hesitated briefly before finally accepting the vial.
“Then I must thank you and the City Lord. I will be sure to convey my father’s gratitude. Once he finishes his seclusion, I will inform him personally.”
