Cultivation: Starting from a Mortal Bone

Chapter 536: Chapter 490: I Want to Play Too_2

”That one is...”

Bai Feng’s gaze swept over swiftly landing beside Qin Yu. Two figures, one large and one small, seemed to be shrouded in a faint moonlight, making even him unable to discern them clearly.

”Empress Dowager.”

”Princess?”

Bai Feng’s pupils contracted, a surge of shock rising within him.

In the Great Yan Imperial Capital, he couldn’t see through, yet there was a presence giving him immense pressure. The identity was almost self-evident.

However, what Bai Feng couldn’t believe was that the Princess of the Great Yan Royal Family, who was supposedly in ill health and rarely left the palace, was now outside.

Why was she with the Empress Dowager?

What shocked Bai Feng even more was that, although he couldn’t see the petite figure clearly, he could distinctly see Qin Yu holding the Princess’s hand!

Moreover, the interaction between him and the Empress Dowager was exceedingly close!

How could this be possible?

The status of the Empress Dowager and the Princess is so noble, being part of the Ancient Race, Bai Feng knew better than ordinary forces that these two individuals were the ones the Great Yan Empress cared for most.

Yet now, they were walking out of the Imperial Palace with Qin Yu, and their manner was so intimate?

If he hadn’t seen it with his own eyes, Bai Feng wouldn’t have believed it was real.

Moreover, judging by the looks of their group, they seemed long accustomed to such interactions.

”What is the true identity of this Qin Master?”

Bai Feng was deeply astonished, realizing he might have underestimated Qin Yu.

If he were merely a Royal Court Tributor, how could he be so close to the Empress Dowager and the Princess?

Could it be that he is...

Bai Feng’s expression changed, quickly dismissing the absurd thought from his mind.

If the Great Yan Empress sensed it, he might not live to see another day in the Great Yan Imperial Capital.

Qin Yu also felt a gaze fixed on him from afar, and as he glanced toward the source, he vaguely recognized that person, seemingly the Second Elder of the Bai Family.

However, he only nodded slightly, with no intention of further interaction.

”Qin Master.”

Seeing this, Bai Feng quickly cupped his hands, bent slightly, a smile spreading across his aged face.

Noticing Qin Yu’s indifferent demeanor, he immediately abandoned the idea of approaching to greet, instead choosing to contact Bai Yaoyin, who, however, did not respond for a long time.

Perhaps Bai Yaoyin was preoccupied with meeting the envoys from major visiting powers.

”That girl, she truly can’t distinguish importance!”

Bai Feng scolded softly, furrowing his brows, and immediately called over a steward to arrange for a few attractive maids to accompany Qin Yu and introduce and recommend during appropriate moments.

Of course, Bai Feng’s purpose was merely to make Qin Yu comfortable, with absolutely no ulterior motives.

The maids in the Carefree Pavilion were indeed beautiful, but compared to Qin Yu’s Dao Companion, they fell significantly short.

Perhaps only the Bai Yaosha sisters could compare to his Dao Companion.

While Bai Feng fretted, fearing he might show any neglect toward Qin Yu, in no time, he saw two figures descending from the second floor, and instantly, he moved quickly, disappearing in the direction of the back courtyard.

Although the two were surrounded by a faint glow that obscured their faces, Bai Feng could recognize at a glance that they were Bai Yaoyin and Qin Yu!

That direction...

Could it be Bai Yaoyin was taking Qin Yu to her courtyard?

This doesn’t seem possible, right?

Didn’t her elder sister, Bai Yaosha, stay on the top floor to ponder over an incomplete array?

What was she up to, alone with a man?!

Bai Feng’s heart was in turmoil, unable to calm for a long time.

Could it be that the sisters are competing for a man?

No, no, no.

The bond between Bai Yaoyin sisters was so deep, such a thing could never happen.

Then, how could this be explained?

Was there not a VIP room in the Carefree Pavilion for receiving guests? Why take him specifically to her private courtyard? Was there truly something hidden?

Should he inform Bai Yaosha, telling her that the man destined for her future was taken to the courtyard by her sister?

But remembering Bai Yaosha’s obsession with arrays, Bai Feng felt a headache coming on.

For some reason, he suddenly felt exhausted.

The intelligence network he had once been so proud of seemed so fragile in the face of reality.

He suddenly didn’t want to guess anymore.

If a single misstep again incited Qin Master’s anger, it would certainly not bode well for him.

In nervous anticipation, the entire morning passed, and Qin Yu finally reappeared in the Carefree Pavilion.

After a long period of accompanying his Dao Companions for leisure, Bai Yaoyin finally made her appearance.

”Yaoyin.”

Bai Feng took a deep breath and called out softly, turning to enter the inner hall.

Bai Yaoyin frowned slightly, hesitated for a moment, and followed inside.

In the inner hall.

Bai Feng’s eyes were sharp, his brows furrowed.

Although Bai Yaoyin was neatly dressed, without any trace of disarray, her cheeks were still slightly flushed, her breath slightly more rapid than usual, with an unmistakable hint of fatigue in her demeanor.

Bai Feng’s heart skipped a beat, suddenly feeling uneasy.

Wasn’t Qin Yu supposed to be connected with Bai Yaosha?

Then, what was this about?

”Yaoyin, if I recall correctly, you mentioned Qin Master and Yaosha...”

Bai Feng tentatively spoke, but seeing Bai Yaoyin’s evasive gaze, he became more convinced that his suspicions must be right.

After all, she was the Clan Leader’s daughter!

How could she do such a thing as stealing her sister’s man?!

”Second Elder, you must be mistaken, right?”

Bai Yaoyin frowned slightly, having already guessed that the Second Elder might have coincidentally seen her return to the courtyard with Qin Yu.

”I was merely giving Qin Master something as instructed, not wanting others to know.”

Bai Yaoyin suddenly met his gaze squarely, speaking earnestly.

Now, both her father and the Clan Elders believed there was some connection between Qin Yu and her elder sister, so she couldn’t afford to show any cracks.

Even if the Second Elder sensed something was amiss, she had to cover it up as best as she could.

If the Clan Elders discovered the true situation, her sister might once again be forced back to the clan land as a tool of alliance through marriage, having to sacrifice yet again.

”Oh?”

Bai Feng was still filled with doubts but, given Qin Yu was involved, he did not wish to confront her directly.

Moreover, in his heart, these two sisters, one obsessed with arrays and the other a career-driven woman, could he have truly misunderstood?

”Yaoyin, some things are best known to yourself without needing my extra words.”

Bai Feng hesitated, ultimately deciding not to dwell on the matter further.

For him, as long as Qin Yu returned to the Carefree Pavilion, it meant he bore no past grievances, and had not cut ties with the Bai Family.

That alone was enough.

As for the relationship between Bai Yaoyin, her sister, and Qin Yu, Bai Feng no longer wished to speculate.

As long as strengthening ties with Qin Yu is achieved, what harm is there in giving up one more?

Even if the sisters weren’t willing, the Bai Family would certainly try to align with Qin Yu’s interests and forge the best possible relationship.

”Second Elder need not worry, I would not compete with my sister for a man.”

Bai Yaoyin turned away, silently adding in her heart.

Not only would I not compete, but I would also willingly share with her.

It’s all Qin Yu’s fault!

He’s so formidable that I could barely endure. It’s impossible not to share.

If she weren’t concerned about the Second Elder noticing, she would have stayed in the courtyard to rest all afternoon. Even with Warm Current restoring her, she felt as though her entire body was about to fall apart.

Seeing Bai Yaoyin leave, Bai Feng suddenly felt there was no point in staying here any longer.

”Get everything packed, prepare to return to the clan lands.”

The Second Elder instructed his subordinates, choosing not to delve into the world of the younger generation.