Xiang Sheng had a complete plan in mind as soon as he stepped into the front hall.
She had expected Yuan Zhiping to ask this question, but she pretended to be silent for a moment before she spoke:
"Master, even though I fabricated the story that the bloodline supernatural power is inseparable from Yuan Jing's eyes, Wen Zizhen dare not disbelieve it."
Yuan Zhiping's thoughts were not slow. He immediately understood the meaning of this sentence: "You mean... he will be afraid that I will fight to the death?"
"good."
Xiang Sheng smiled faintly, "Wen Zizhen thought he had hidden it well before, and you were just being led by him, so naturally he went too far.
Now that you have revealed his purpose, he is afraid that you will destroy Jingjing's eyes and ruin his plan. He must be wary and restrained.
If my predictions are correct, Wen Zizhen will send a message to you in a moment, wanting to choose a date to negotiate with you."
"really?"
Yuan Zhiping was half-believing and half-doubting when he suddenly saw a servant rushing in to report.
"Master, someone from the City Lord's Mansion has come to tell you that they would like to invite you to a chat at the Xianchen Restaurant tomorrow."
Yuan Zhiping was stunned on the spot. It took him a while to come back to his senses and waved his sleeves to let the servants leave.
He turned to look at Xiang Sheng, his face full of amazement.
"Fellow Daoist Li, you are truly amazing! I admire you!"
Xiang Sheng smiled faintly, "Master Yuan, your praise is too much. It's just a little bit of guessing people's minds, not worthy of being on the stage."
When Yuan Zhiping heard that the other party still called him "Master Yuan", he knew that she didn't want to get closer to him, and felt regretful.
He quickly adjusted his mood and continued with a smile, "Fellow Daoist, you are wrong. If I could have half of your ability, I would probably wake up laughing in my dreams at night."
He flattered her in a light tone.
Xiang Sheng smiled faintly and did not respond.
Yuan Zhiping couldn't help but smile bitterly when he saw this.
She is truly a remarkable woman, as calm as a chrysanthemum. I really don't know what in this world can move her.
He collected his thoughts and finally stopped thinking about random things. His face became serious as he said:
"Fellow Daoist Li, according to what you said, Wen Zizhen wants Jing'er to accompany him to the tomb of Emperor Tianlong during tomorrow's negotiations?"
Xiang Sheng nodded slightly, "I studied your family's ancient books and found the tomb of Emperor Tianlong. It is very likely that there is a connection between it and your Yuan family's ancestors."
"What?!"
Yuan Zhiping was shocked when he heard this, "Fellow Daoist Li, you really have figured it out."
Xiang Sheng said with certainty, "Of course it's true. This is a serious matter, how could I lie to you?"
Of course, she just made this up.
Whether the tomb of Emperor Tianlong exists is still a question mark, and the claim that it is related to the Yuan family is even more nonsense.
She said this simply to reassure Yuan Zhiping. After all, with her by her side, Yuan Jing's life would be safe.
Yuan Zhiping had long believed in Xiang Sheng.
Hearing these words, he was shocked for a moment, and then became excited.
"So, if Jing'er follows Wen Zizhen, it might not be a bad thing. There might even be an opportunity..."
"It is just as the Patriarch said."
Xiang Sheng smiled and nodded, "Not only that, Wen Zi really needs Yuan Jing to be her guide, and she will protect her all the way. The only tricky part is getting out of here."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Zhiping's excitement immediately cooled. He said in a deep voice, "You are absolutely right, Daoist. If Wen Zizhen finds the treasure he wants, he will definitely kill her. Jing'er must escape before then. Do you have any ideas?"
This time, Xiang Sheng simply shook his head. "No one knows what's going on in Emperor Tianlong's tomb. It's too early to talk about escaping now. But..."
Having said this, a hint of hesitation flashed across Xiang Sheng's face.
Seeing this, Yuan Zhiping asked directly: "Fellow Daoist Li, please don't have any doubts. Regardless of whether the method you proposed is feasible, it won't hurt to listen to it."
Xiang Sheng hesitated for a moment, then finally sighed, "Forget it, I'm not afraid of Patriarch Yuan misunderstanding me, so I'll just say it straight.
The Patriarch also knows that I am quite knowledgeable in body movements and am adept at concealing formations. If Yuan Jing and I go together, our chances of escaping will be greatly improved."
As soon as these words came out, Yuan Zhiping's eyes widened, "Fellow Daoist Li, you..."
Xiang Sheng didn't wait for Yuan Zhiping to finish his words before continuing, "I also know that if I say this, the head of the family might suspect that I coveted the tomb of the Tianlong Emperor and did this on purpose.
But the situation is urgent right now, so I can't beat around the bush."
"Fellow Daoist Li, what are you talking about?!"
Yuan Zhiping immediately became anxious, "If it weren't for you, fellow Daoist, my Yuan family would have been completely wiped out by Wen Zizhen long ago, and there would be no way we could have reached the stage of negotiation.
I, Yuan Zhiping, remember your kindness to my Yuan family and will never forget it for a moment. How could I suspect you of having ulterior motives?"
Xiang Sheng looked at Yuan Zhiping getting angry, but he was not annoyed at all, just smiled meaningfully.
"Why should I treat Yuan Jing and your Yuan family so well? Does Patriarch Yuan really have no doubts in his heart?"
As soon as these words were spoken, Yuan Zhiping's angry expression froze instantly.
The silence lasted for a moment, and Yuan Zhiping suddenly relaxed his expression. He took the initiative to break the silence and spoke in a sincere voice:
"I dare not deceive you, fellow Taoist. I do have doubts in my heart. But as the saying goes, judge by deeds, not by heart; and no one is perfect.
Perhaps you really have other motives, fellow Taoist, but it is also a fact that you saved my Yuan family from danger.
It would be a blessing for Jing'er to go to the tomb of Emperor Tianlong with you."
The first half of this sentence was fine, but the meaning of the last sentence was clearly on the surface. He saw that Xiang Sheng was not simple.
Xiang Sheng naturally heard it and smiled helplessly, "It seems that I have lived too comfortably in your house."
Yuan Zhiping was shocked when he heard this.
He had only guessed before, but now after hearing what Fellow Daoist Li said, did he admit it?
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