The Emperor of the Three Realms

chapter 119

“Ying Wuyou's. I've heard Baishi call you before and know that you are a man of principles and strength of character. This is amazing. The Hall of Healing is short of people like you.”    

Jiang Chen nodded and said a few words of encouragement.    

When he heard these words, Ying Wuyou felt the pressure on him slightly decrease. It seemed like the young Duke's impression of him wasn't too bad.    

“There are no outsiders here so I will speak frankly. Baishi has left the Hall and will follow me in the future. There's no way he's going back to the Hall. However, the future of the Hall still needed someone to take the lead. I have discussed this with Baishi and we feel that your character and abilities are on par with Fourth Hall Head Wang Li. Therefore, we would like to use you as negotiating material in our discussion with the Hall. You can discuss further with Baishi about the details.    

"Me?" Ying Wuyou started and exclaimed, “I came to seek refuge with the Baishi brothers and not to borrow your strength.”    

“We know all this.” Jiang Chen chuckled. “This is also the reason why we decided on you. If you borrow our influence, we will not even consider you. If you can control the Hall appropriately, you will provide an outstanding service to mankind and this will also be the best way to follow Qiao Baishi.”    

Qiao Baishi also cheered, “Wuyou, you and I are the closest friends. I'm quite comfortable with your competence and character. I also know that you have offended many people with your departure this time. The journey home will be difficult. But relax, we take the initiative! The senior executives of the Hall will do the cleaning. Those who should be exemplary will be dealt with, and those who must come out will be expelled. If an agreement cannot be reached, we will cancel the cooperation with the Hall. At least I can guarantee you get food every meal if you follow me.”    

“If they are willing to cooperate, we will definitely borrow strength from all parties to help you control the Hall easily. You and I were both built by the Hall, and certainly spent no less time and energy in the Hall than they were. Wuyou, are you willing to shoulder this burden for me?”    

Ying Wuyou did not reveal his stance. To be honest, he was tempted.    

Following Qiao Baishi was his heart's decision, but he actually had a very deep relationship with the Hall of Healing. If the Hall's senior executive ranks could be adjusted and the useless trash cleared, then he could easily return to the Hall as the Hall Lord's successor. He could then control the affairs of the Hall. This is a very strong temptation.    

“Baishi Brother, i.”    

“Don't beat around. You have the ability, let me know if you have charisma.” Qiao Baishi was a stern person.    

Waves of strong emotions alarmed Ying Wuyou and he suddenly nodded his head. “Alright, since the young duke and brother Baishi both appreciate me so much, I, Ying Wuyou, will try it even if I end up in the executioner's block. The hall has given birth to me and nurtured me. I can't bear to see it destroyed in the hands of these lowly people.”    

Ying Wuyou was also filled with hatred whenever he thought of Wang Li, the Blue Elder, and the others.    

….    

In one of the large inns in River Wave City, the Hall of Healing was quite spacious and had a spacious courtyard.    

Almost all senior executives had arrived in the Jiang Han territory.    

They had already stayed for five whole days in this inn. Over the past five days, they had obtained intelligence information from various places saying that the young duke was actually cultivating in a closed manner.    

However, they were unable to obtain any intelligence in regards to Qiao Baishi. It seemed like Qiao Baishi was deliberately avoiding them.    

This morning, several senior executives were sitting sadly inside the house drinking tea. Clouds of gloom enveloped them and they could not find any energy within them.    

Suddenly, a series of hasty footsteps sounded from outside as one of the middle management members of the Hall rushed in.    

“Master, no news, no news! I've heard that young Duke has come out of closed training.”    

"What?" Song Tianxing was overjoyed as he rose to his feet. “Then, have we sent our calling card?”    

“Yes, your subordinates did it personally. However, the young duke's family only received calling cards and revealed nothing. Looks like we should keep waiting.”    

Song Tianxing said, “I understand” and sat down, pondering something with a grim expression.    

He had visited all the right people during this period of time and cared for everyone he had to treat. He even mobilized the Duke of Jinshan and the Duke of Hubing.    

Who else could carry a heavier load than the two?    

Princess Gouyu?    

Song Tianxing knew that he did not have enough influence to mobilize Princess Gouyu to speak on his behalf. Moreover, Princess Gouyu was notoriously unmoved by the pleas.    

There was basically no hope of getting him to speak on their behalf.    

“Continue waiting. Report immediately to me if there is any news.” Song Tianxing waved his hand.    

Elder Blue could not help but roll his eyes. “Please, who does he think he is, who behaves like this? Not to mention the fact that he is not a young duke now. Even if he was a young duke, he shouldn't behave like this.”    

Song Tianxing's sharp eyes bulged, “Shut up! I'm allowing you to come this time to give you a chance to adjust your attitude and apologize to the young Duke and Qiao Baishi. If you continue to speak irresponsibly, are you sure I'll force you out of the Hall now?”    

“I...” A glint of an insulted expression appeared on Elder Blue's thick face, but he still did not dare to reply to Song Tianxing.    

Actually Yue Qun who chuckled and defused the situation, “Master Hall, calm down, hold your horse. Currently, we also need to unite internally.”    

“Elder Blue, adjust your mentality as well. Remember, even though you are extremely unwilling to do so, you should still listen obediently to the Lord Hallmaster. Apologize and offer a reward if you have to. Send it when you have to. You are an elder. So what if you have to humble yourself for the sake of the future Hall?”    

It could be seen that he was still doing what he liked in front of Yue Qun. To be honest, he gained his position as an elder through the efforts of Second Hall Head Yue Qun.    

He had once gone to Yue Qun's courtyard every day for three consecutive months. She served him day and night, using all sorts of techniques on the bed and obedient attitude before finally gaining her position after Yue Qun had a good time.    

Therefore, it was only natural that Elder Blue was a little more unrestrained in front of Yue Qun.    

As the awkward moment occurred, more footsteps entered from outside the door. A foreign voice said, “The friends from the Hall of Healing are here right? I am here on behalf of Mr. Qiao Baishi to convey that we will be holding a banquet at the Rain Flower Pavilion at the second residence of the Jiang family. The banquet will be held in honor of various old friends. We hope you want to pay attention and be present.”    

“Qiao Baishi?” Song Tianxing took swift action as he dashed to the door and opened it.    

However, there was only an invitation left at the door because the messenger had already left.    

Even so, Song Tianxing was as if he had found a precious treasure. He completely put aside the Hallmaster Lord's dignity and accepted the invitation himself.    

“That's Qiao Baishi's handwriting. Hehe. It seemed like Qiao Baishi still remembered the old friendship. No one can be absent tomorrow, you all must be present.”    

Song Tianxing relayed the invitation to Second Hall Head Yue Qun. When Yue Qun saw him, he then handed it to Fourth Hall Head Wang Li as they all examined him.    

…    

Song Tianxing and the others got up early the next morning, cleaned themselves up properly, and prepared to depart. Before they left, Song Tianxing reminded them repeatedly, “All of you, remember, humble yourself later. If anything goes wrong because of your attitude this time, you're the one who will be the sinner in Hall.”    

Elder Blue wore a sad expression on his face as he glanced at Yue Qun furiously. The old man coughed twice, rolled his eyes, and looked out the door as if there was an amazing sight outside. He completely ignored it.    

If that were to happen, there was no way Yue Qun would provide a backup for Elder Blue right now. No matter what injustice one suffered, this matter had to do with the future of the Hall.    

The Rain Flower Pavilion was the second residence of the Jiang family. The surroundings are elegant, secluded, and peaceful.    

When the Healing Hall entourage arrived, Qiao Baishi was already waiting there for a while.    

After making small talk, the atmosphere became a little awkward as everyone took their seats.    

Song Tianxing looked around him and asked, “Baishi, where is the young duke?”    

“Young Duke should take care of the more urgent matters today. I'm the one who's having a banquet today to treat my old friends. The saying goes that business deals can fall apart, but relationships shouldn't be. Although I was no longer in the Hall, I once swore in front of Hall.”    

Ying Wuyou smiled beside him, “This, let me pour wine for you, Mr. Hallmaster.”    

After three rounds of wine were drunk, Qiao Baishi and Ying Wuyou were quite enthusiastic and kept urging the others to drink more wine. But what they never mentioned was the affairs of the Hall.    

Song Tianxing felt anxious and finally Yue Qun spoke up, “Baishi, ah, we were all very sad when you left last time. We came to pay our respects to the young Duke this time and also to apologize to you, and to express our regret.”    

"Sorry?" Qiao Baishi chuckled. “That's all gone, not to mention I'm fine here. You don't need to feel sorry.”    

This answer was as if Yue Qun's attack landed on the cotton candy, making him lose his way to respond.    

“Ahem... Baishi, ah, this time we came to pay tribute to the young duke because we wanted to discuss the partnership between us..”    

“Partnership?” Qiao Baishi put down his cup lightly. “If my memory is correct, the young Duke originally chose to cooperate with me. I'm gone, what partnership are you talking about?”    

Yue Qun once again smashed into the wall and could only continuously drink wine at a loss for words. He looked at Song Tianxing. I mean, I can't handle this, you have to do this boss.    

Song Tianxing sighed, “Baishi, Hall is guilty of the way we treated you in the past. We came very sincerely this time. What does the young Duke think of this partnership? If there is room for discussion, then anything can be discussed. If there is no room for discussion, let us know as well so that we can die directly.”    

Song Tianxing's words were much more sophisticated. He understood that Qiao Baishi still had feelings for the Hall, and the mention of an immediate death would undoubtedly attract Qiao Baishi's heartstrings.    

However, Qiao Baishi and Ying Wuyou were already mentally prepared before the negotiations and would naturally not give up on their gains with these words.    

Qiao Baishi raised his cup, expressionless, “Master Hall, I salute you. Since you've already talked about this matter, I won't act anymore. I can make a decision on this matter without the need for the presence of the young Duke. However, I can speak on behalf of the young duke but I cannot speak on behalf of your Healing Hall.”    

"What's? What do you mean?" Song Tianxing was a little surprised.    

Qiao Baishi smiled faintly and remained calm and composed as he filled Song Tianxing's cup again.    

“My words are easy to understand. The young Duke may consider working with the Hall of Healing, but it depends on who he works with in the Hall of Healing.”    

Those smarter than those present immediately understood something when Qiao Baishi delivered his words.