Urban All-Round Master

Knowing it meant sending himself to death, Beiming indeed did not act recklessly but took the unconscious Beisu back to their place, deciding to plan carefully.

Sharing his suspicions with Dongfang Ziyue, Lin Zifeng finally felt relieved, saying, ”That’s good; in a few days, as long as we destroy the Human Sacrifice Tower and properly set up the Transmission Array, we can leave, and let them search for us then.”

Nodding, Dongfang Ziyue calmed her mind and began contemplating future strategies. Just then, Dongka’s figure flashed from afar and stopped in front of them.

In a spotless white robe, with a face full of urgency, Dongka asked anxiously, ”Ziyue, what’s going on? You urgently signaled me, what exactly is happening?”

Seeing him arrive, a trace of a comforting smile appeared on Dongfang Ziyue’s otherwise cold face, and she recounted the recent events to Dongka.

As Dongfang Ziyue described, Dongka’s sword-like brows furrowed together. Once she finished, Dongka stared darkly at the calm-faced Lin Zifeng and asked in a deep voice, ”Who... exactly is he?”

”Lord... he is Ziyue’s...”

Before she could finish, Dongka cut her off with a swing of his robe, saying, ”Ziyue, I’ve always cared for you and know the upcoming Human Sacrifice event distresses you greatly, but must you also deceive your master?”

How could a mere servant have the strength to rival Beiming? This made Dongka skeptical.

With things having been exposed, Dongfang Ziyue could no longer hide, stammering, ”He’s called Lin Zifeng and is someone I invited...”

At last, Dongfang Ziyue looked ashamed, cautiously raising her head to gauge Dongka’s expression.

She had invited Lin Zifeng to destroy the particularly important Ivory Tower within the Beiyao Ancient Clan. Besides betraying the Ancient Clan, it would surely anger the Five Supreme Venerables and implicate her master.

Initially, Dongfang Ziyue thought Dongka would be furious, but instead, he sighed deeply and said in a leisurely tone, ”If I’m not mistaken, he came to help you interrupt the Human Sacrifice event.”

Upon hearing this, not only Dongfang Ziyue but even Lin Zifeng, originally wearing a light smile, looked shocked.

How did this guy... guess their plan?

Without waiting for them to ask, Dongka placed his hands behind his back and explained, ”Ziyue, probably only I truly understand your temperament and mindset within the clan.”

”When you learned about the Human Sacrifice, I could deduce your dissatisfaction with the target through your expression.”

”Actually, when you were selected as the clan woman, I strongly opposed it, but the unanimous opinion of the Five Supreme Venerables couldn’t be challenged, even by me.”

Letting out another long sigh, Dongka turned away, gesturing to the two, saying, ”There are too many people and eyes here. Let’s return to my place and plan further...”

With that, before they could react, Dongka swiftly headed towards his residence, with the two exchanging a look and hurriedly following.

In the cave, Dongka sat on a sandalwood chair, sipping tea, and said slowly, ”Ziyue, I hope you can thoroughly explain this matter to me.”

Putting down the teacup, Dongka showed a slight comforting smile, saying, ”You can rest assured; even if I cannot help you, I won’t disclose it to anyone else.”

With Dongka’s assurance, Dongfang Ziyue’s final defenses melted away, and she recounted the entire matter to him.

By the time Dongfang Ziyue finished, Dongka’s teacup was empty. After a few coughs, he slowly said, ”So that’s how it is. Ziyue, why didn’t you consult me earlier?”

Consult...

Though nominally master-student, Dongfang Ziyue and Dongka shared a good rapport, but regarding life-and-death matters, Dongfang Ziyue couldn’t be careless.

Having seen the fickleness of people, Dongfang Ziyue had doubts about whether her master would betray her for the position of the Lord of the Four Directions.

However, Dongka bringing up the matter voluntarily today made Dongfang Ziyue let go of her inner restraints, and they seemed to return to their past closeness.

Seeing the light smiles on their faces, Lin Zifeng finally relaxed. Initially, he blamed Dongfang Ziyue for rashly revealing the matter but realized today that he wronged her with his petty thoughts.

With a hint of embarrassment on her face, before Dongfang Ziyue could explain, Dongka waved his hand, saying, ”Alright, given the gravity of this matter, it’s understandable that you kept it from me. I don’t blame you.”

Changing his tone, Dongka showed a troubled look, saying seriously, ”But things have come to a head, and it’s hard to hide. Considering Beiming’s character, he’ll surely return in the coming days to trouble our young friend.”

Now, Dongka had some respect for Lin Zifeng, as he could confront Beiming, whom even Dongka feared.

Just as he finished speaking, footsteps sounded outside the cave. Shortly, a guard in a blue outfit entered, cupping his fist in salute, saying, ”Lord, Beiming requests your presence at his place to discuss an important matter.”

Upon hearing the words, the three showed varying expressions. Dongfang Ziyue’s recently raised smile froze, while Lin Zifeng and Dongka showed a hint of sarcasm.

Exchanging glances, Dongka flicked his sleeve, regained his usual majesty, and instructed, ”Tell Beiming’s people that I am unwell today and cannot attend.”

Although the guard knew Dongka was deliberately declining, he dared not say more and withdrew after a salute.

Now, only Lin Zifeng and the two remained in the cave. After a sip of tea, Lin Zifeng spoke directly, ”I hear from Dongfang Ziyue that Dongka Lord enjoys studying formations. I wish to borrow some Inscription Stones; would you agree?”

Dongka raised a brow in doubt, asking, ”Inscription Stones? How many do you need?”

With a chuckle, Lin Zifeng raised three fingers, saying clearly, ”Three thousand three hundred and thirty-three stones...”

As the words came out, Dongka’s hand holding the kettle trembled slightly, spilling tea, unnoticed even on his white robe.

After a long silence, Dongka slowly lifted his head with a sigh and asked solemnly, ”What do you intend to do with a Transmission Array?”

Three thousand three hundred and thirty-three Inscription Stones, just right for creating a Transmission Array. A researcher like Dongka would know this.

Contemplating deeply, Dongka gritted his teeth and said, ”I can lend you the Inscription Stones, but you must promise me one thing, or I won’t show any mercy.”