Chapter 487
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Chapter 487 A Favor
Fang Yu glanced at the lowered head of Su Lengyun and said, “That’s not good, you have such a large sect, you still need to manage it.”
“Hmm…” Su Lengyun responded softly.
Fang Yu wanted to say something more, but ultimately didn’t speak, lowering his head to finish the egg noodles in his bowl.
Su Lengyun didn’t say anything either, but quietly watched Fang Yu finish his noodles, and then took the bowl and chopsticks to the kitchen to wash them.
…
The next morning, shortly after Fang Yu returned from his morning exercise, there was a knock at the door.
Su Lengyun opened the door and saw three people standing at the entrance.
The elderly man in front was Zhao Jidao, whom she had met briefly two nights ago.
Behind him were Zhao Xuan and Zhao Zinan.
When Zhao Xuan saw Su Lengyun opening the door, his eyes widened.
As expected of Young Master Fang! He even had such a beautiful woman hidden in his residence!
“Hello, I am Zhao Jidao, serving as the chairman of the Xiangcheng Martial Arts Association. I would like to request an audience with Master Fang Yu, if he is available…” Zhao Jidao said respectfully.
Su Lengyun had only met Zhao Jidao once before, but she had heard his name many times.
The Martial Arts Association, as an organization maintaining order in the martial arts world, should remain neutral, fair, and just.
But under Zhao Jidao’s leadership, the Xiangcheng Martial Arts Association had completely failed to do this!
In the conflict between martial arts families and martial arts sects, the Xiangcheng Martial Arts Association completely favored the martial arts families, implementing a series of measures to suppress the martial arts sects.
Under such double pressure, the already declining martial arts sects had completely fallen to become vassals of the major families.
As a result, the concept of martial arts sects had almost disappeared in Xiangcheng.
Therefore, Su Lengyun had no good feelings toward Zhao Jidao, and even felt some disgust.
But since they were looking for Fang Yu, she needed to see what Fang Yu thought.
Su Lengyun turned her head, about to speak.
But at that moment, Fang Yu had already walked to the door.
“What’s the matter?” Fang Yu asked.
“Master Fang, please forgive my unannounced visit, but the matter is truly urgent…” Seeing Fang Yu, Zhao Jidao’s expression changed slightly, his tone becoming even more respectful.
Fang Yu glanced at Zhao Xuan and Zhao Zinan behind Zhao Jidao, slightly frowning.
“Master Fang, I brought Zinan here to thank you for saving our lives last night… If you hadn’t stepped in to stop that madman, probably no one in the entire garden would have survived,” Zhao Xuan said gratefully.
“Thank you, Master Fang.”
This time, without Zhao Xuan’s prompting, Zhao Zinan took the initiative to bow to Fang Yu, her voice much louder than usual.
After bowing, Zhao Zinan raised her head and looked at Fang Yu.
At that moment, she found that Fang Yu was also looking at her.
Instantly, Zhao Zinan wanted to avert her gaze, but an inner voice told her not to be so timid!
Zhao Zinan bit her pink lips, her pretty face flushing with a beautiful blush, as she looked directly at Fang Yu.
Although there was still fear and shyness in her eyes, a hint of courage had emerged.
“No need to thank me, that person was coming for me in the first place,” Fang Yu said indifferently.
“Master Fang, I wonder if we could discuss this inside…” Zhao Jidao said somewhat awkwardly.
“Oh, come in then,” Fang Yu opened the door wider.
…
After Su Lengyun poured tea for the guests, she wanted to retreat to the back.
But Fang Yu held her back, indicating she should sit down beside him.
Su Lengyun was stunned for a moment, then obediently sat down.
“Is this about Zuo Hongru from the day before yesterday?” Fang Yu asked.
“Yes,” Zhao Jidao took a deep breath and said, “Celestial Master Zuo was sent by the Yancheng Martial Arts Association to assist our Xiangcheng Martial Arts Association in resolving the recent problem of berserk martial artists…”
“I said that night, if the Yancheng Martial Arts Association has any issues, have the officers of their Four Divisions contact me directly,” Fang Yu interrupted Zhao Jidao.
Zhao Jidao’s expression changed.
The Yancheng Martial Arts Association, though it sounded similar to their Xiangcheng Martial Arts Association, was vastly different in reality.
The Yancheng Martial Arts Association was actually the leader of all martial arts associations across the Nine Provinces Nation, possessing the highest authority.
The demands they made could only be executed by the lower-level martial arts associations, without even a chance to question.
And the mysterious Four Divisions within the Yancheng Martial Arts Association were entities that outsiders could not touch!
So, Fang Yu’s request for a direct contact from the officers of the Four Divisions was impossible!
Zhao Jidao had no qualification to make such a request!
In fact, he didn’t even have the opportunity to communicate.
The Yancheng Martial Arts Association had only given him one order: to track and locate Fang Yu’s position, and wait for the elites from the Yancheng Martial Arts Association to arrive before arresting Fang Yu!
In the past, Zhao Jidao would have executed the instructions from the Yancheng Martial Arts Association without hesitation.
But this time, Zhao Jidao didn’t do so.
After witnessing Fang Yu’s skills, he had a feeling.
This young-looking man would definitely have unlimited potential in the future, and could only be befriended, never offended!
Zhao Jidao was a very clever self-interested person, and he would only make choices that benefited himself.
But this time, he wasn’t confident.
However, informing Fang Yu of the Yancheng Martial Arts Association’s notice didn’t pose much risk.
Conversely, he could leave a good impression on Fang Yu, making it a risk-free business.
“Master Fang… the Yancheng Martial Arts Association didn’t leave me any room to speak…” Zhao Jidao said in a deep voice, “They just gave me a message.”
“What message?” Fang Yu raised an eyebrow and asked.
“They told me to keep an eye on you, and later they will send a team of elites to arrest you,” Zhao Jidao said.
Hearing this, both Su Lengyun beside Fang Yu and Zhao Xuan and Zhao Zinan beside Zhao Jidao changed their expressions.
The Yancheng Martial Arts Association wants to arrest Fang Yu!?
“I see…” Fang Yu remained calm, stroking his chin, and said, “Then let them come.”
“Master Fang, I think it’s best not to confront the Yancheng Martial Arts Association… When they arrive, I will explain to them the reason why you acted against Celestial Master Zuo,” Zhao Jidao said.
“Oh? Why would you help me?” Fang Yu asked.
“Celestial Master Zuo was a person of extremely vile character and terrible work attitude. I’ve long wanted to report him to the superiors, but never had the right opportunity… Plus, Master Fang, you saved the lives of my grandson and granddaughter… I’m just doing this to repay your kindness,” Zhao Jidao said sincerely, with a solemn expression.
“Since you want to help me so much, why didn’t you cover up the news of Zuo Hongru’s death?” Fang Yu looked at Zhao Jidao with a half-smile and asked.
Zhao Jidao’s expression changed as he said, “Celestial Master Zuo was, after all, a protector sent by the superiors. His disappearance would inevitably attract attention from many people, impossible to cover up…”
“What I mean is, there weren’t many people present at the time. You could have said Zuo Hongru was killed by a berserk martial artist or an immortal clan being, but you still reported this matter truthfully,” Fang Yu smiled.
Zhao Jidao’s face alternated between pale and flushed. He opened his mouth wanting to argue, but didn’t know what to say!
“Don’t be nervous, I’m not blaming you,” Fang Yu picked up his water cup and took a sip, saying, “I just wanted to refute your claim about wanting to repay kindness.”
“Master Fang, I…” Zhao Jidao’s face was somewhat pale, wanting to speak.
“Alright, I know what you want to say,” Fang Yu narrowed his eyes slightly and said, “I’ll consider that you’ve done me a favor, but I also helped you get rid of someone you disliked, so we’re even.”
“I’m about to have lunch, and I only have ingredients for two people, so I won’t be keeping you,” Fang Yu leaned back against the sofa and said, “Lengyun, see them out.”
Su Lengyun stood up.
Zhao Jidao, knowing his thoughts had been seen through, naturally wouldn’t stay any longer and stood up.
The siblings Zhao Xuan and Zhao Zinan were somewhat confused.
They didn’t understand why the atmosphere had suddenly turned sour.
Zhao Jidao was the first to walk out the door.
And Zhao Zinan, after reaching the doorway, turned back, bowed to Fang Yu and apologized: “I’m sorry.”
Although she wasn’t clear about what had happened, she felt that her grandfather had done something wrong.
Fang Yu smiled slightly at Zhao Zinan and nodded.
He still had no ill feelings toward this girl.
After the three left, Su Lengyun looked at Fang Yu, her beautiful eyes also showing some confusion.
“This old man didn’t do anything but wanted me to owe him a favor for nothing, of course I couldn’t let him have his way,” Fang Yu explained.
…
In the elevator, Zhao Jidao’s face was very unpleasant.
Fang Yu had seen through his intentions and mercilessly exposed them on the spot, making him feel both ashamed and angry.
“This youngster is too arrogant! He’ll be taught a lesson sooner or later!” Zhao Jidao thought angrily, “When the people from the Yancheng Martial Arts Association arrive, I’ll use their mouths to embellish the whole story! I want to see if you, Fang Yu, dare to offend the entire Yancheng Martial Arts Association!”
“Grandfather, did you say something wrong just now…”
In the elevator, Zhao Zinan softly inquired.
“You, shut up!” Zhao Jidao shouted.
His mood was already bad, and Zhao Zinan’s question further ignited his anger.
Zhao Zinan was startled by the sudden shout, her body trembling, her face as white as paper.
Zhao Xuan quickly pulled her behind him and said, “Grandfather, Zinan doesn’t understand yet, don’t be angry.”
Zhao Jidao’s anger wasn’t fully vented, and he glared at Zhao Zinan saying, “Almost twenty-three years old and still doesn’t understand!? Is she mentally deficient? What use is such a person!?”
Every word from Zhao Jidao was like a sharp knife, stabbing into Zhao Zinan’s fragile heart.
Her eyes reddened, with crystalline tears welling up.
Zhao Xuan protected her behind him, not knowing what to do at the moment.
Before him was the most authoritative grandfather in the family, how could he dare to contradict him? He could only try his best to protect Zhao Zinan.
Zhao Jidao’s anger still hadn’t subsided, and he continued, “Our Zhao family doesn’t need a useless person like you! I will soon find a suitable family and marry you off!”
