Xiao Shixiong was none other than the King of the Southern Town. If even he thought something had gone wrong, then the issue was definitely no small matter.

"What happened?" Lin Xiao asked indifferently.

"The eldest young master of the Du Family, Du Shaolong, is coming back!"

"Du Shaolong? The one from the Martial Alliance?" Lin Xiao inquired.

"Exactly!" Xiao Shixiong said in a grave voice.

Lin Xiao smiled. "How did you find out?"

"My lord, I have people in the Du Family!"

Lin Xiao wasn't surprised. Xiao Shixiong was a man of the Heavenly Machine Pavilion, and the Heavenly Machine Pavilion was a world-renowned intelligence organization. If Xiao Shixiong hadn't planted people in the Du Family, Lin Xiao would have been the one to find it strange.

"So, you're a little flustered?"

"My lord, I'm not flustered, just worried," Xiao Shixiong said solemnly. "That Du Shaolong is from the Martial Alliance, and you are aware of their strength!"

"So, what are you suggesting?"

"My lord, I mean, should we report this to the Pavilion Master? After all, he has an unusual relationship with the Alliance Hierarch of the Martial Alliance. If he were to intervene, this matter could be easily resolved. Otherwise, if we wait for Du Shaolong to return and clash with you, I'm afraid the Martial Alliance will be overprotective, putting you at a disadvantage!"

Lin Xiao smiled. "Don't worry. A mere Du Shaolong can't stir up any trouble."

He spoke with supreme calm, even a hint of disdain. Of course he was disdainful. Forget Du Shaolong; even if the Alliance Hierarch of the Martial Alliance himself showed up, he wouldn't be able to do anything to Lin Xiao. After all, his master was the Alliance Hierarch of the Martial Alliance.

But Xiao Shixiong didn't see it that way. He knew Lin Xiao was highly skilled and the disciple of the Pavilion Master of the Heavenly Machine Pavilion, so naturally, he wouldn't give a mere disciple of the Martial Alliance a second thought. However, Xiao Shixiong was worried that if a conflict truly did arise, it would be extremely unfavorable for Lin Xiao.

"My lord, are you sure we shouldn't report this to the Pavilion Master?"

"No need. If I can't even handle such a small issue, what face would I have to be his disciple?"

Xiao Shixiong was taken aback. To be honest, he was truly stunned by Lin Xiao's domineering attitude. After a moment of daze, he laughed.

"My lord, you truly are domineering."

"Enough about that. Have there been any recent movements from the Xue Family in Jinhai City?"

"Yes, the helmsman of the Xue Family has been contacting people from Shura Hall!"

Lin Xiao sneered. "Why do they always contact Shura Hall? They could reach out to any of the four great sects!"

Xiao Shixiong was once again struck by Lin Xiao's commanding presence. Truly worthy of being the Pavilion Master's disciple, he thought with admiration. Such astounding magnanimity is truly impressive!

"My lord, is there anything else you need me to do?"

"Nothing much. Just keep an eye on the Wang Family in Jinling City for me. I reckon they won't stay quiet for long," Lin Xiao said casually.

Last night in Jinhai City, that old scoundrel from the Wang Family had nearly assaulted Pei Yanzi. Lin Xiao had Tie Kaoshan deal with him, and he surely hadn't gone easy on him. As the second-largest family in Jinhai City, the Wang Family certainly wouldn't let the matter rest.

Xiao Shixiong, of course, knew about Lin Xiao's feud with the Wang Family. He nodded and said, "My lord, rest assured, I will monitor them!"

Lin Xiao grunted in acknowledgment. "The Cullinan is nice. I like it. You handled that beautifully!"

Hearing Lin Xiao's praise, Xiao Shixiong immediately beamed. "My lord, your satisfaction is all that matters!"

Lin Xiao hung up the phone.

「」

When Su Qingning woke up, it was nearly noon. She had slept very soundly.

The first thing she saw upon waking was Lin Xiao sitting by her side, staring intently at her. Su Qingning's pretty face flushed red.

"Hey! Why are you staring at me like that?"

"Because you're pretty. Otherwise, I wouldn't bother looking!" Lin Xiao said with a smile.

"Hmph! Even if I am, you don't get to look. Turn your head away right now!" she said, clearly embarrassed by his direct gaze.

Lin Xiao laughed and averted his gaze. Suddenly, as if remembering something, Su Qingning quickly sat up.

"You perv, where are we?"

"By the lake."

"What about the bar? How is it? Did those guys hurt you?" Su Qingning pressed.

"It's fine. They've been dealt with, so don't worry."

"Dealt with? How?"

"Shen Jingzhe and Pei Donglai helped. They're quite skilled."

"Then... did you ask them why they attacked?" Su Qingning's face was etched with worry.

"They were sent by competitors to cause trouble," Lin Xiao said casually. He couldn't very well tell her they were from the Ghost Medicine Sect.

"I see." As she spoke, a shadow of gloom fell over her face.

"What's wrong? Unhappy?"

Su Qingning shook her head but didn't speak. After a moment, she suddenly said, "Lin Xiao, let's go sit by the lake for a bit."

"Okay."

They got out of the car and sat side-by-side on the lakeshore. Su Qingning gazed at the calm water, looking like she wanted to say something but couldn't.

"Is there something you want to tell me?" Lin Xiao asked with a smile.

Su Qingning nodded. Just as she was about to speak, Lin Xiao suddenly cut in, "Don't you dare mention divorce. If you do, I'll kiss you until you stop."

Su Qingning's heart sank. He was right; she did want to talk about divorce.

It wasn't that she wanted to end her marriage with Lin Xiao, nor was she trying to be dramatic. It was Su Qingfeng's marriage into a wealthy family that made her afraid to continue her own. She knew that as soon as Su Qingfeng was married tomorrow, she would immediately retaliate. Not only would she suffer, but Lin Xiao would be dragged down with her.

Su Qingning really didn't want Lin Xiao to suffer because of her.

Seeing Su Qingning's silence, Lin Xiao realized he had once again guessed her thoughts, and he immediately grew unhappy. "Su Qingning, you really want a divorce?"

She shook her head. "Lin Xiao, honestly, I don't. Our marriage is for six months, and I don't want to divorce you within that time. But you saw it yourself—Su Qingfeng is marrying into a wealthy family, one so powerful that Xiao Shixiong himself acted as the matchmaker. Don't you believe that the moment they're married tomorrow afternoon, she'll waste no time coming after us? If we don't get divorced, we'll definitely be in trouble!"

"So, you want a divorce because you're worried about me? Because you're afraid I'll get hurt?"

Su Qingning nodded, a hint of pain flashing in her peach blossom-like eyes.

Lin Xiao saw it. He knew Su Qingfeng's situation was causing her considerable distress, even fear. It looked like he had to give her some reassurance, or she would be tormented by this indefinitely.

"Sweetheart, how about this? We'll get divorced tomorrow afternoon, after Su Qingfeng's wedding. How does that sound?"

Hearing Lin Xiao finally agree, Su Qingning was stunned for a moment before she nodded. For some reason, however, her heart suddenly ached.

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