"Moreover, no major decisions have been made within the council over the years, because no matter how she issues orders, the elders' council never listens, and she can only follow the established procedures."

She had previously wondered why Qu Rui allowed the Elders' Council to challenge her authority, but now it seemed that it was because she truly lacked the ability.

Without the Shennong Token, Qu Rui really had no way to deal with the Elders' Pavilion.

After all, the Elders' Council has always obeyed the orders of the person who holds the Shennong Token.

Upon hearing this, Jian Yixue immediately understood the reason.

Before she could speak, Yoruichi's phone suddenly rang in the room.

Everyone glanced at Yoruichi, who awkwardly moved aside to answer the call.

Listening to the phone call, Yoruichi frowned and asked, "Are you sure?"

"Okay, I understand."

Then Yoruichi hung up the phone and came over. Jane Yixue immediately asked, "Is it about lemons?"

Ye Yi nodded and said, "Yes, Madam, the other party contacted us and said that if we hand over the Shennong Token, they will release your child."

Jian Yixue asked coldly, "What else did they say?"

Yoruichi, "Three days, or else..."

"Otherwise what?"

Yoruichi said, forcing herself to speak, "Tear up the ticket."

Jian Yixue's eyes grew increasingly cold, and Ye Yi and Ye Mohan, who were closest to her, simultaneously felt a bone-chilling cold.

Yoruichi: This guy is really courting death! Of all people to mess with, he had to target the lady's child. It would be strange if the lady let him off the hook.

Hearing this, Ye Mohan stepped forward and embraced Jian Yixue, softening his voice as he said, "Xue'er, I'll handle this matter, you..."

"No, I want to do this myself!" Jian Yixue interrupted him before he could finish speaking.

Jian Yixue turned to look at Ye Mohan, and the unwavering determination in her eyes moved Ye Mohan deeply.

After a long pause, Ye Mohan gave in and said, "Fine, I'll go with you."

Jian Yixue did not refuse and nodded.

She knew that even if she refused, Ye Mohan would never let her act alone.

Dongfang Tinglan, who had witnessed all of this, said with eyes full of dissatisfaction towards Yan Yuan, "This man is worse than an animal, he doesn't even spare a baby."

He then looked at Jian Yixue and said, "Xue'er, saving Lemon is the priority. Give him the Shennong Token first, getting Lemon back is the most important thing."

Anyway, she had no particular interest in Shennong Pavilion, and there was no one she missed in it now, so she didn't care who became the pavilion master.

These material possessions will never be as important as the safety and well-being of your family.

Moreover, Lemon suffered all of this because of her, and she felt very guilty.

After hearing this, Ding Yi wanted to say something, but ultimately decided to support her master's decision.

Upon hearing this, Jian Yixue looked at Dongfang Tinglan and said, "Mom, I will bring Lemon back safely."

Ye Mohan chimed in, "Mom, I will work with Xue'er to rescue Lemon."

...

Inside the villa.

“Outer Protectors, I have already set the trap. Now we just need to wait for them to walk right into it.”

Upon hearing this, Yan Yuan laughed heartily and said, "Very good, well done. I won't treat you unfairly after this is over."

Yan Yuan could almost see himself obtaining the Shennong Token and trampling Qu Rui under his feet.

In his eyes, how could such a promiscuous woman who only knew how to seek pleasure with men all day be worthy of his service?

If it weren't for the fact that he was promoted by Qu Rui, and therefore the people in the Elders' Pavilion didn't like him, and he couldn't get into the Elders' Pavilion for the time being, he would have run away long ago.

Right now, this is a great opportunity.

If he succeeds, he will trample Qu Rui under his feet, making her serve him and live at his beck and call, so that he can wash away the humiliation he has suffered for many years.

When he failed, he blamed it all on Qu Rui. After all, he was her man, so if something went wrong, it would naturally be her fault.

He kept this secret very deep and never told anyone, not even his confidants.

Upon hearing this, Lei Pei humbly replied, "It is my honor to share the burdens of external protectors."

Only Lei Pei himself knows what he is thinking.

Yan Yuan was very satisfied to see his subordinates who were so dedicated and selfless.

Looking at Lansha standing beside him with a stern face, he couldn't quite describe his feelings.

Then, Yan Yuan sent Lei Pei on his way.

After Lei Pei left, Yan Yuan looked at Lan Sha beside him and said, "Lan Sha, how long have you been by my side?"

Lansha was puzzled, but she answered honestly, "Fifteen years."

Yan Yuan nodded and continued, "Fifteen years! I've raised you for fifteen years, why do you always go against me!"

Upon hearing this, Lan Sha frowned and said, "Master, I didn't."

Yan Yuan looked at Lan Sha with a gloomy face, and said with a pained expression, "You didn't? You've been by my side for so many years, do you dare to say you didn't know my ambition?"

Lansha did not speak.

Although Yan Yuan hadn't confronted her directly over the years, she knew more or less that his ambitions would definitely not stop at the identity of the outer protector.

Seeing Lan Sha's expression, Yan Yuan knew that she must know, so he said, "Since you know, why are you always going against me when it comes to taking the 'Shennong Token'?"

Hearing this, Lansha frowned and explained, "Master, I didn't, I just..."

I'm worried that if I do this, it might fail...

Yan Yuan interrupted, "Stop making excuses. I have eyes and I see it clearly."

Yes, you saved my life, but I have repaid you. Now, everyone around me treats you with utmost respect and courtesy. Don't forget that all of this is thanks to me.

And how have you repaid me? By constantly thwarting my plans! Let me tell you, if you ruin my plans, don't blame me for being ruthless!

Hearing this, Lan Sha felt a chill in her heart, but she had no intention of explaining further.

She saved him, but she never thought of repaying him; she only wanted to repay his kindness in taking her in.

So over the years, she was willing to do anything for him, even if it meant getting her hands stained with blood.

In her eyes, Yan Yuan was like a father to her.

Back then, she was not even fifteen years old when her parents died one after another from illness. Her relatives were unwilling to adopt her, saying that she had brought bad luck to her parents and that whoever was with her would be unlucky.

With no money and no one to care for her, she had no choice but to go to a first-tier city to work. However, she was tricked into going to an organ trafficking site on the way. Fortunately, she was rescued by Yan Yuan and managed to survive.

She hadn't expected that her consideration for him would now seem like a disservice to him. Since that was the case, she would simply ignore these matters.

Lansha lowered her head and said, "I understand, Master. If there's nothing else, I'll go now."

Yan Yuan was furious when he saw Lan Sha's appearance. He frowned and waved his hand, saying, "Get out, get out. It's annoying to look at you."

Even Lei Pei is inferior! I really don't know what use you are to me!