Chapter 95: Going with the Flow
After obtaining the portrait, Ling Xueyan and the young prince prepared to depart. Ling Xueyan knew that Yi Mingzhao and the others were in the carriage, but unfortunately Ling Qichen was also in it. In order to ensure Ling Qichen's safe departure, she deliberately delayed.
Ling Xueyan, after considering her options, said to the young emperor, "Young emperor, it is getting late, and there is no point in searching now. Why don't we rest for the night and talk about it again tomorrow?"
Upon hearing this, the young emperor immediately said, "We have no idea where they have fled to. To find their whereabouts, we must start from the city gate. The Emperor's deadline is uncertain, so don't worry. I will go to the city gate to investigate and will come back to find you tomorrow."
Ling Xueyan smiled and said, "Thank you for your trouble!"
The young emperor said, "Please!" and then rode away.
Within the Ma family gang, Ma Kaitai also heard the news that Yi Yunke was dead. He informed Ma Pingchuan, and both Ma Pingchuan and Qiuxia were greatly shocked.
Ma Pingchuan hurriedly asked, "Qingxue and Mingzhao must be in danger! I must go to the city to search for them!" He then turned to leave.
Ma Kaitai shouted urgently, "Nonsense!"
Ma Pingchuan was taken aback and turned to look at Ma Kaitai.
Ma Kaitai said sternly, "What have I always taught you? To stay calm in the face of adversity. You don't know the gravity of the situation! Even Yi Yunke died in this, what can you change?"
Upon hearing this, Ma Pingchuan also exclaimed, "Father, but Qingxue and the others are in trouble, I can't just ignore it!"
Ma Kaitai said gravely, "Now that the situation is clear, I'm afraid their chances of survival are slim. I've already sent people to inquire about the situation, and I believe we'll know soon."
Upon hearing this, Qiu Xia also said, "Brother Ma, don't be impulsive. Listen to Uncle Ma's advice and handle things calmly."
Ma Pingchuan's eyes darkened, and he said quietly, "Alright, I hope they are all well!"
Qiu Xia then asked Ma Kaitai, "Uncle Ma, now that they've taken Longyang City, the Ma family gang can't escape being caught in the crossfire, can they?"
Upon hearing this, Ma Kaitai laughed and said, "Yes, they will be coming for us soon."
Seeing Ma Kaitai's calm and unhurried demeanor, Qiu Xia said, "So, you were prepared all along!"
Ma Kaitai: "The day Yi Yunke led his men out of the city, I knew something big was going to happen, so I sold several horses cheaply, keeping only a few dozen."
Ma Pingchuan asked, "Father, how do you plan to deal with them?"
Ma Kaitai said calmly, "Our strength is limited. Openly fighting them would be like throwing an egg against a rock. Of course, we can only compromise. Remember, it doesn't matter who the city lord is. He can give us whatever he wants, as long as we can keep our lives, we can turn the tables."
Qiu Xia laughed and said, "Uncle Ma is truly insightful. This way, we can secure our foothold."
Ma Kaitai sighed and said, "I'm getting old and don't want to do this anymore. It's better if the horse farm closes down."
Upon hearing this, Ma Pingchuan said sadly, "It's all because your son is incompetent and unable to share your burdens."
Ma Kaitai said with a smile, "Pingchuan, Miss Qiuxia is no outsider either. I will discuss the matter of the succession of the Ma Qian Gang here."
Ma Pingchuan smiled and said, "Father, please tell me your plans!"
Ma Kaitai: "If the Ma Qian Gang suffers misfortune, do not resist. Take Qiu Xia away from Longyang City and live a good life."
Qiu Xia immediately said, "Uncle Ma, if we really can't save it, we can leave together!"
Ma Kaitai waved his hand and said, "The Ma Money Gang has a cave under the second stable where decades of treasure are hidden. When peace comes, they can rebuild their business."
Ma Pingchuan said sternly, "Son, you've remembered this!"
Just then, someone came to report, saying urgently, "Reporting to the chief, two carriages have arrived outside the gate, wanting to see our young master."
Ma Pingchuan: "Dad! I'm going out to take a look!"
Ma Kaitai said seriously, "Go, but proceed with caution."
Ma Pingchuan: "Son knows." After saying that, he and Qiuxia left the Maqian Gang.
Upon seeing the little white horse, Ma Pingchuan immediately understood. But fearing he might make a mistake, he loudly proclaimed, "The young master is not here; you should leave!"
After saying this, he whispered a few words in Qiuxia's ear, and Qiuxia listened and rode away.
Qiuxia rode her horse to the carriage and said in one breath, "Come with me!"
Ling Qichen looked puzzled, but she still spurred her horse and followed.
Yi Mingzhao recognized Ma Pingchuan's voice, so he sat comfortably in the carriage without asking any further questions.
After walking a short distance, Ling Qichen couldn't help but ask, "Miss, who are you?"
Qiuxia rode back on horseback and asked softly, "Is that Miss Yi in the carriage?"
Upon hearing this, Yi Qingxue gestured to Ping'er, who lifted the curtain and peeked out, exclaiming, "Miss, it's Miss Qiuxia!"
Upon hearing that it was Qiuxia, Yi Qingxue exclaimed happily, "Qiuxia!" and peeked out as well.
Upon hearing this, Yi Mingzhao also lifted the curtain to look out and said, "Miss Qiuxia, what brings you here?"
Qiu Xia smiled and said, "It's a long story, let's go first! Brother Ma will be here soon."
Just as they were about to reach the Ma residence, Ma Pingchuan arrived on horseback. He immediately said, "Mingzhao, Qingxue, it's good that you're alright!"
Ling Qichen: "They already knew when we left the city, and I believe they will catch up soon. The carriage is too slow, so it's better to ride a horse."
Yi Mingzhao: "Pingchuan, after discussing it, we've decided to entrust my little sister to you. She lives at home and few outsiders know her. Even if they do see her, they probably won't recognize her."
Ma Pingchuan: "Alright! I will take good care of Qingxue. Time is of the essence, so you should hurry up and leave! Also, your carriage is too conspicuous; once you reach the end of the road, abandon it and run away!"
Ling Qichen said, "We understand, Young Master Ma. Farewell!" She then bowed respectfully.
Ma Pingchuan returned the greeting with a cupped hand and said, "Take care on your journey."
Seeing Yi Qingxue's face covered in tears, Yi Mingzhao knew it was not the time to say anything more, so he mounted his horse and rode away.
Yi Qingxue cried out, "Second Brother..."
Ping'er comforted her, saying, "Miss, the Second Young Master will be safe and sound."
Seeing this, Ma Pingchuan stepped forward to comfort her, saying, "Qingxue, let's go. Mingzhao will be alright!"
As they spoke, the group entered the Ma residence.
Meanwhile, the young prince learned of the news from Longcheng and, after making inquiries along the way, rode alone at full speed and caught up with the Ma Qian Gang.
The young emperor rode forward and bowed to the four burly guards, saying, "May I ask, gentlemen, have you seen two carriages pass by here?"
One of them said, "We've been walking for a long time, more than an hour."
Ma Pingchuan had already instructed them that no matter who asked, the carriage was here and there was no stopping.
Young Emperor: "Thank you! May I ask, brother, where does this road lead?"
The burly man laughed and said, "Your question is truly laughable. This road leads in all directions, connecting to all the surrounding mountain towns. Are you worried about crashing into a wall on horseback and having nowhere to go?"
"Hahaha……"
After the big man finished speaking, the other three burst into laughter.
The young prince looked embarrassed and said softly, "I understand! What is the name of the nearest city?"
Another burly man said, “If you go from here, travel seventy or eighty li, you will reach Baiyun City. Go north out of the city, and you will reach Zhujiazhuang. Go south out of the city, and you will reach Yongle Gang. Go east all the way, and you will reach Shanshui City.”
Upon hearing this, the young prince said boldly, "Thank you very much, brother!"
The burly man replied heartily, "It's alright!"
The young emperor thought that since they had already been gone for an hour, it would be futile to chase after them, so he turned his horse around and returned to the city, no longer pursuing them.
At Xiushui Villa, Xiaoyao Lang and Yu Linglong, sharing a room, had already turned off the lights and gone to sleep.
Looking at the beauty beside him and smelling her delicate fragrance, Xiaoyao Lang couldn't help but embrace Yu Linglong in his arms.
Yu Linglong said softly, "Yu Lang, we are guests here, so please don't act recklessly!"
Xiaoyao Lang wouldn't listen to any of that. He embraced Yu Linglong's voluptuous body and began to kiss her passionately.
Yu Linglong said softly, "Yu Lang..."
Upon hearing her call, Xiaoyao Lang kissed her red lips. Moments later, a transformation occurred within Xiaoyao Lang's body. Extreme Yang energy arose from his five internal organs, instantly spreading throughout his entire body.
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