My Silly, Sweet Wife

At present, that Snake Demon doesn’t seem to have any intention of taking the initiative to attack.

Therefore, Ye Guichen did not rashly dive into the lake again and bring trouble upon himself.

But the entire Lake Island became alert.

After all, if they were truly attacked by a demon, all of them would likely end up as its prey.

Early in the morning, before dawn, the entire Ghost Market was abuzz with rumors that King Qin had colluded with the Ghost Market long ago to take away the Son of Nether Emperor and had even killed Chu Huai Nan and others.

”Bang!”

Upon hearing the news, Housekeeper Hu slammed his palm onto the table in front of him, shattering it.

”Absurd! Who spread this rumor?”

As the leader of King Qin’s undercover operatives in the Ghost Market, Housekeeper Hu has been diligent for years, making no mistakes.

He has even fabricated rumors himself, but he never thought he would be the subject of one.

Moreover, Fang Tiancheng’s complete absence made Housekeeper Hu feel increasingly uneasy.

Coupled with the surveillance last night by the lake, Housekeeper Hu saw many people sneaking onto the Lake Island, but none returned.

This confirmed that those people all perished on the Lake Island.

”How ruthless!”

Housekeeper Hu really couldn’t understand what Hua Xiangrong intended to do.

Or is all of this Ye Guichen’s conspiracy?

If it truly was Ye Guichen, then the Son of Nether Emperor would be too terrifying.

Not only capable of controlling ghosts, but also possessing such tactics.

”No, if this rumor spreads back to the Hidden Gate, King Qin will undoubtedly become a target of public criticism, and I will surely be implicated!” Housekeeper Hu knew now was not the time to hesitate.

He quickly dashed into Feng Wuxiu’s room, without even bothering to knock, ”Mr. Feng, it’s a big problem!”

After pushing the door, Housekeeper Hu looked extremely anxious.

Feng Wuxiu had a full night’s sleep and was in high spirits.

He gradually sat up: ”What’s wrong?”

Housekeeper Hu quickly recounted the rumor spreading outside, then continued to say: ”Mr. Feng, things are quite tricky now. Although Du Duwei is watching Hua Xiangrong, the distance between Lake Island and the lakeshore makes many things unclear. We must find a way to meet Hua Xiangrong and clarify everything. Furthermore, according to our information, all those who sneaked onto Lake Island last night are dead.”

”Is Hua Xiangrong really that bold?” Feng Wuxiu found it unbelievable, ”Does she not intend to live anymore? Involving herself so deeply, even if King Qin doesn’t make a move, any of the other kings could easily crush her!”

Housekeeper Hu sighed, ”That’s why I have a huge doubt in my mind right now, and I’m most worried that all of this is the Son of Nether Emperor playing tricks. If this is indeed the case, it would be a mistake to underestimate this person. Although we all know we have to utilize the Son of Nether Emperor, if he truly has such intellect, it would be better not to resort to violence but to play the emotional card.”

Feng Wuxiu furrowed his brows.

Then he snorted disdainfully, ”What’s to fear! Previously, we hesitated to attack Lake Island directly, merely because we worried about the other kings plotting in the shadows. Now that those experts have been eradicated, we should seize the opportunity to storm Lake Island and confront that woman face to face. Humph, no matter what, will we really be played by a woman?”

Housekeeper Hu remained silent, pondering for a moment, feeling that this idea seemed somewhat feasible.

After a brief hesitation, he no longer dwelled on it, directly summoning King Qin’s people to march towards Lake Island.

King Qin’s forces in the Ghost Market remained largely intact.

Upon gathering, there were as many as three hundred people.

Among them were experts like Feng Wuxiu and Du Yinian.

Besides Feng Wuxiu and Du Yinian, there was also a Qi Refiner; with these forces, if they truly clashed with Hua Xiangrong, they might really defeat her effortlessly.

”Damn, King Qin’s lackeys!”

”You dare show yourselves, we sent the message overnight, King Qin deserves death!”

Seeing King Qin’s people gathering in full pomp towards Lake Island, many began cursing.

Housekeeper Hu knew that explanations were useless now, so he clasped his fists towards those around him, ”Everyone, the Son of Nether Emperor is not in our possession, and we have no collusion with Hua Xiangrong. Today, we are merely demanding an explanation from Hua Xiangrong!”

”Hah! Who believes you! You’re just putting on a show!”

”If the Son of Nether Emperor isn’t with you, then where is he?”

”Produce the Son of Nether Emperor, then we’ll believe you!”

Some people were indignant.

Taking advantage of being in the Ghost Market, even King Qin’s people couldn’t be too arrogant.

Otherwise, would they dare be so audacious?

Even some experts hiding in the shadows felt King Qin had gone too far this time.

This was simply ruthless in achieving their goals!

Housekeeper Hu knew talking too much was futile, so he stopped wasting words.

If they clash with Hua Xiangrong, and she hands over Ye Guichen, they can naturally prove their innocence.

As they approached the lakeshore, someone stepped forward and offered a respectful bow: ”Lord Demon King requests your presence!”

”Hmm?” Housekeeper Hu was taken aback, ”What do you mean?”

The individual spoke, ”Housekeeper Hu, Lord Demon King requests your presence, saying he has something to discuss with you. If you’re worried, you can bring everyone to Lake Island; Lord Demon King won’t utter a word of complaint.”

Upon hearing this, everyone furrowed their brows.

Even Housekeeper Hu couldn’t fathom what Hua Xiangrong was planning.

Feng Wuxiu said, ”What’s to fear! Let’s all enter Lake Island; if Hua Xiangrong dares to think twice, we’ll kill her!”

Du Yinian nodded but worried, ”I am now concerned that they have set up an ambush on Lake Island. Once we go up, they will kill all of us.”

”Is that woman really so bold?” Feng Wuxiu was still skeptical.

Housekeeper Hu clearly shared this concern, ”Du Capital Commandant, what do you suggest?”

”Here’s what we’ll do. Mr. Feng and I will go to Lake Island first. If we don’t return in an hour, you can then launch an attack on Lake Island to capture Hua Xiangrong and bring her back to the Hidden Gate for King Qin’s judgment,” Du Yinian said.

Housekeeper Hu said, ”Isn’t this too risky? If you two go up and something goes wrong, how will I explain to King Qin?”

Du Yinian scoffed, ”Hua Xiangrong may have some skills, but if we want to escape, no one can stop us! Haha, besides, now that several hundred of us are stationed by the lakeshore, even if Hua Xiangrong had the guts, she wouldn’t dare make a move! Under such circumstances, more people aren’t necessarily better. Your presence here is also a form of restraint on them.”

Housekeeper Hu agreed, thinking Du Yinian’s words made sense, and quickly flattered him, ”Lord Captain’s considerations are thorough. In that case, I will gladly comply!”

”Good!” Du Yinian wasted no time and directly boarded a small boat, not even using a boatman, his True Qi surged underfoot, and the small boat glided towards Lake Island.

Feng Wuxiu laughed heartily, following Du Yinian across the waves.

The two went one after the other, appearing quite gallant in their endeavor.