Zijin City.

Location: Xiao family residence.

Or the location: the lobby of the mansion.

At this time, Xiao Yi was sitting in a wheelchair with a pale face, hanging an IV, and looked very weak.

Standing behind her were her two lovely wives, Shu Nan and the pregnant Yuqi, who were by her side with concern, their beautiful eyes filled with infinite worry.

On the mahogany chair below, Tang Wushuang was sipping tea, with a look of something a little strange on his face, which was hard to notice without careful observation.

"Brother Xiao, the current situation is not optimistic. I think it is better for you to withdraw for the time being." Tang Wushuang was struggling internally. Xiao Yi had done him a favor, but for the benefit of the entire family, and for personal reasons...

It would be best if Xiao Yi handed the Xuan-Yuan Sword to him, so that he could avoid a scene of brothers turning against each other.

I just hope Xiao Yi can see the current situation clearly now.

"How did those noble families make the decision?" Xiao Yi asked weakly, but the depths of his eyes revealed shrewdness and sadness. He knew why his good brother came without much thought.

Tang Wushuang exhaled and put down the teacup. "This time, three groups of people from the north went to rob. The southern noble families used this as an excuse to file a lawsuit against the north, and the two major giants in the south also supported them. The north did not respond, so I'm afraid they acquiesced."

"So in order to avoid a massive death, an agreement was reached."

"What agreement?" Xiao Yi asked in a deep voice.

Tang Wushuang was unable to speak, and after a long while he said, "The southern families will select three family heads to come to the north to snatch it, but they cannot bring anyone with them! Whether they can snatch it depends on the abilities of the three family heads."

"Do you have any requests for the Northern Family?"

Tang Wushuang shook his head. If there was a request, he would not sit here.

In fact, for the aristocratic families, this matter is of no importance. The South fought for this open and aboveboard counter-robbery for the sake of face. The northern aristocratic families did not have any regulations, so it must be meant as protection.

Of course, this is not about protecting the Xiao family, but about protecting the ancient magical machine and preventing it from falling into the hands of the southerners. After all, it would be embarrassing if it was really snatched away by the southerners.

As for the object of the robbery.

It goes without saying that it must be Xiao Yi's Xuanyuan Sword. Everyone knows that Xiao Yi was injured in the battle with the man in black robe, so it is very simple to take advantage of someone's illness to kill him.

But it is irrational to rob the Bai family. After all, Bai Ci Xin is a very weird person, and there is also Wang Dabao, the king of luck.

Xiao Yi slowly closed his eyes and confided, "It seems like they are planning to massacre my Xiao family!"

"Brother Xiao, the Xuanyuan Sword is a hot potato right now. As long as you don't have the Xuanyuan Sword in your hands, they won't do anything to you. After all, their target is the ancient divine weapon, not Brother Xiao."

Xiao Yi opened his eyes, revealing a dead look: "Wushuang, what do you think big brother should do?"

This is exactly what I want! Tang Wushuang leaned forward slightly, showing how eager he was. Xiao Yi saw this subtle movement clearly.

"Brother Xiao, now all the small families and wealthy businessmen have declared that they will stay away from you. The situation is very bad. If you trust Wushuang, you can give the Xuanyuan Sword to Wushuang for safekeeping. Wushuang will definitely protect you!" In fact, Tang Wushuang thought of many ways to get the Xuanyuan Sword without destroying the friendship between them.

This is the only method you can try, but you will definitely be punished by the master.

If it was a dozen days ago, Xiao Yi would probably hand over the Xuanyuan Sword without reservation, but now... that is impossible. He could even see the intention of this brother.

The Xuan-Yuan Sword is an ancient divine weapon. Its power is self-evident. It can compete with the Death Scythe of the Death Mage and even cut a groove in the Death Scythe. It can be seen how powerful it is.

I would like to ask, who wouldn’t want to own such an ancient divine machine? If the aristocratic families did not stipulate the number of ancient divine machines, I’m afraid they would have come to grab them long ago!

Among all swords, Xuan-Yuan Sword is the king, an ancient divine weapon that even the noble families want to own!

What Tang Wushuang said was indeed nice. I will keep it for the time being. I guess it will be impossible to take it back once it is gone.

Xiao Yi sighed: "Wushuang, when I stole the Xuanyuan Sword, it was fortunate that you were there to help me contain the enemy!"

Hearing Xiao Yi say this, Tang Wushuang was delighted.

"But! The Xuan-Yuan Sword is the symbol of my Xiao family. Without the sword, the Xiao family will no longer be the Xiao family. Wushuang, you should understand what I mean!" Xiao Yi didn't want to point it out. He just wanted Tang Wushuang to give up the idea of ​​stealing the sword. In this way, the brotherhood could continue.

But Tang Wushuang doesn't think so. If he hadn't helped you back then, you wouldn't have been able to snatch the Xuanyuan Sword!

It's already this time, and you still want to guard it! Do you really not trust yourself? The more Tang Wushuang thought about it, the more unwilling he became. Originally, the Xiao family and the Tang family were at the same starting line, but because the Xiao family snatched the Xuanyuan Sword, their momentum overshadowed the Tang family.

Everyone thinks that they are Xiao Yi's lackeys and thugs.

He had to endure such suffering. After all, Brother Xiao had helped him when he was weak, but now he was still protecting his sword! Tang Wushuang was very angry!

I thought that what the master said was right, there is only benefit on the road to power! "Brother Xiao, if you don't make a decision now! When they come, Wushuang can't help you!" Tang Wushuang frowned, and his tone was threatening.

This made Xiao Yi very sad. This world is full of various interests and temptations. He thought that Tang Wushuang could be with him until the end, but he still couldn't bear the temptation of Xuan-Yuan Sword.

"Wushuang, I appreciate your kindness. Just do what you should do!" Xiao Yi sighed. Today might be the day when the brothers would have a falling out!

"Hey~ Mr. Tang, you came so early and didn't even invite me to join you."

I saw a young man walking in from the door. He was wearing a white vest, revealing his explosive muscles, looking very sexy.

The beard on his face adds a touch of masculinity, and his facial features are neat and attractive.

The man's name is Ling Tian, ​​and he is the head of the Ling family in Northeast China. The purpose of his visit is very obvious.

Xuanyuan Sword! Thus, he could be qualified to be promoted to the aristocratic family.

Speaking of which, Ling Tian had met Xiao Yi and others before, and they helped each other back then. They were just not in the same city, so their contacts were not very close, but their relationship was still pretty good.

"It turns out that Ling Tian is here. Come and sit down. Shunan, serve the tea." Although Xiao Yi had a smile on his face, he felt uncomfortable in his heart. Apart from Tang Wushuang, Ling Tian was also a friend.

But I didn't expect a disaster. Not only did ordinary friends leave, but good brothers and good friends also turned against me. This was a test, and what was tested was human nature.

"Brother Xiao, sister-in-law." Ling Tian bowed his hands but did not point out the purpose of his visit.

Shu Nan smiled softly and said, "Ling Tian, ​​please sit down."

"Okay, sister-in-law." Ling Tian seemed very generous, forming a sharp contrast with Tang Wushuang's expression.

After drinking the tea brought by Shu Nan in one gulp, Ling Tian said with a smile: "Good tea, much better than the one I have at home."

Yuqi smiled sweetly and said, "If you like it, I'll prepare a few packs for you to take back."

"Sister-in-law, don't. I'm a rough person and I was just pretending. In fact, it's really hard... It would be a waste to give it to me." Ling Tian laughed loudly, easing the tense atmosphere a little.

After a pause, Ling Tian asked curiously, "Brother Xiao, is your injury serious?"

Let’s get straight to the point…