Light Fortress
Chapter 406 - 82: The Old Master (Requesting Monthly Votes)

Chapter 406: Chapter 82: The Old Master (Requesting Monthly Votes)

"The Young Master is back!"

Luo Yu sat at the entrance of the small courtyard, watching the sunrise, watching the sunset... until he finally saw that familiar figure. He exclaimed in surprise, and then, unexpectedly, discovered that the Young Master was carrying a small wooden bucket this trip, full of water and a few large black fish that clanked and swayed about.

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One hour later, the big moon hung high.

The courtyard of Hidden Dragon Temple emitted the aroma of grilled fish.

"So... you really just went fishing for a day?"

Fatty Luo scratched his head.

Gu Shen, Lu Nanjin, and the "distant guest" Li Qingsui, Uncle Gao, were all gathered in one courtyard, together watching over the hissing and smoking charcoal grill.

The grill was large, roasting several fish at the same time.

The Gu Family Young Master personally cooked, turning the grill, the plump bellies and skins of the fish being roasted to a crisp, tightening, and he asked with a smile, "Otherwise, what did you think I went to do, fight with the old man?"

Recalling the Young Master’s grave and majestic bearing before.

Luo Yu said sullenly, "I really imagined you two fighting... But are these topics really suitable for this meal?"

He glanced at Li Qingsui somewhat guardedly.

After all, a future Family Head of one of the Changye Five Families was sitting in the courtyard!

"There’s nothing that can’t be discussed."

Gu Nanfeng smiled and placed the first freshly grilled fish in front of Li Qingsui. The Miss of the Li Family, who was arrogant and domineering in front of Gu Shen, had now reverted to her usual graceful and gentle manner. She first performed a serious salute, then meticulously cut a small piece of fish, and finally thanked him gently.

"Thank you, Brother Nanfeng~"

Upon hearing this sweet address, Gu Shen couldn’t help but get goosebumps all over. He gave Li Qingsui a strange look, the latter’s way of eating was graceful and delicate, savoring each bite.

This little girl was too good at pretending!

The title of "Witch" really should go to her.

"Uncle Gao, please try my cooking," Gu Nanfeng asked, "In the North Continent, ingredients were limited, and I often made this... How’s the flavor?"

"The flavor is good," Uncle Gao took a bite and joked with a smile, "Who would’ve thought...you went to the North Continent for eight years, it turns out it was to practice cooking."

Gu Nanfeng laughed as well.

"Eight years ago, when I left Changye, thank you, Uncle Gao, for seeing me off."

He said solemnly, "If it hadn’t been for Uncle Gao’s intervention... at that time, there probably would’ve been more trouble."

Upon hearing this, everyone, except for Li Qingsui and Uncle Gao, was taken aback.

The new and old factions of the Gu family had gone through a long struggle.

Sending "Young Master" Gu Nanfeng to the North Continent back then... was the tough decision of the old faction, and for this decision, the old faction made great sacrifices. When the two factions were at sword’s point, a fierce battle erupted, and many people died as a result.

Now, the "struggle" had subsided.

But the memories of blood and fire from eight years ago had never ceased in Gu Nanfeng’s mind.

Eventually leaving Changye.

Uncle Gao escorted him part of the way... saying goodbye to his hometown at the border, from there on, embarking on his long journey to the North Continent.

At that time, Li Qingsui was still just a little girl with unformed teeth, watching everything from the car window, not quite understanding what parting meant.

Nowadays, she didn’t fully grasp what returning meant either.

But for Gu Nanfeng, her "Big Brother" who grew up with her, she indeed had "memories" different from others.

When she was very young.

Gu Nanfeng had taken her to catch dragonflies, watch the stars, and run through every alley of Snow Forbidden City... Now those had all become distant memories, tied together with the freedom she had before taking on the name of "Family Head."

News of Gu Nanfeng’s return to Changye had actually reached her ears quite early.

But now,

eight years later, she was no longer the child running around the streets with a dragonfly net.

She was the head of the Li Family.

To see Gu Nanfeng, she had to consider the occasion, timing, and atmosphere.

So... the composure shown by Wen Xian at this moment was not an act.

It was truly how she wanted to present herself to Gu Nanfeng, how she had grown in the past eight years.

"Meeting with the old man isn’t easy, is it?"

Uncle Gao took a sip of wine and asked softly, "Every time I see him... I always feel a lot of pressure, like facing a great mountain."

Gu Shen was surprised to hear this assessment.

Uncle Gao... was a top-tier Transcendent who had hung up Bai Chen for a beating.

Could such a person also feel pressure when facing the Gu Family Head?

"The pressure isn’t about strength, it’s that some people are born with an aura. The Family Head is like that; even without saying or doing anything, just by being in front of you, he makes you feel the need to look up and venerate him," said Gao Tian as he saw Gu Shen’s expression and explained with a smile, "When you meet him... you’ll know."

"...Agreed," Fatty Luo muttered under his breath.

"It wasn’t too much pressure,"

said Gu Nanfeng nonchalantly, "Just spent the day fishing, chatted about trivial family matters... and that’s about it."

With caution, Luo Yu asked, "What about the issue with the bill?"

"I mentioned it, along with the negotiations with Dadu District," replied Gu Nanfeng indifferently, "Unfortunately, the old man didn’t pay me any heed... He just said we’ll talk business the next time we meet."

About the Awakening Bill, and the changing of hands of the Dadu District’s banner.

The Changye Five Families were actually very concerned... As two major districts of the East Continent, their stance would determine the fate of the East Continent.

The typically low-profile Li Family adhered to strict neutrality.

They did not take the initiative to strike, only silently observing how events unfolded and would only intervene to maintain order if chaos ensued... without a doubt, with the matter of the bill, the other four Changye families held the same attitude.

They were all patiently waiting for the outcome of the Gu Family’s internal dispute.

"This must be the calm before the storm..."

Just from those few words, Fatty Luo felt a sense of foreboding.

And Gu Shen sensed a hint of danger in that sentence, "The next meeting?"

Gu Nanfeng smiled and served Gu Shen a freshly roasted fish from the grill.

"It’s tomorrow night, he’s invited us to dinner."

Us...

Gu Shen slowly lifted his gaze towards the Gu Family Young Master.

Luo Yu looked astonished.

"That’s right... The Family Head has invited both me and you to dinner," Gu Nanfeng said softly, "What do you say, Gu Shen, shall we go together?"

With a light sigh, Gu Shen smiled and said, "Is it because of the banner, or because of the Divination Skill?"

Gu Nanfeng remained silent with a smile.

Gu Shen rubbed his temples with a wry smile and said, "Or maybe because of this terrifying ’S-level’ rating..."

"Or perhaps there aren’t that many reasons..."

Gu Nanfeng said with a smile, "The Family Head is a straightforward man, maybe he just wants to invite you for a meal, just like today’s."

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(PS: 1, A side note, I checked the monthly ticket count this morning, and alright, my friends, begging for votes made me feel like a clown... I thought the total monthly tickets needed to reach 1800 to trigger the rewards. Turns out it’s a standalone count of 1800 votes, and with one day left, it seems unlikely we’ll reach 2000 votes, which is a bit regrettable, let’s keep up the effort next month. 2, Regarding the mass release preview for the next month, maintaining quality, I wrote 160,000 words this month, generally satisfying, and next month I will go all out for the mass release!)