Proud Goddess Falls in Love with Me
Chapter 135 - 135 134 He isn't coming for me is he_1

135: Chapter 134: He isn’t coming for me, is he?_1 135: Chapter 134: He isn’t coming for me, is he?_1 Tang Shouli listened to the words, his expression becoming much more serious as he said, “I can’t be clear about this matter, but what I can confirm is that my body started to weaken after the completion of Cloud Mists Villa.

At that time, Cloud Mists Villa was the hottest project in Qingyang City, with prices even reaching over thirty thousand per square meter, yet still, people were scrambling to buy.”

“But suddenly, someone ran up to the newly built high-rise of Cloud Mists Villa and jumped off, and not just one, but three people at once.

Later, there were even rumors of it being haunted, which led to the property management eventually being too scared to enter the community.”

“I had no choice but to investigate the cause in the community for a long time without any clue, and my health, on the contrary, got worse and worse, until I couldn’t even get out of bed.”

Lu Chuan nodded thoughtfully and said, “Then it seems that the root cause is in the community.

Once you’ve recovered, I’ll go with you to Cloud Mists Villa and see if we can find out what is causing the trouble.”

Tang Shouli nodded and then added, “By the way, although my Tang family is a leading property tycoon in Qingyang City, we do have competitors.

The Sun family, ranked second in Qingyang’s real estate industry, is my archenemy.

Right now, I’m highly suspicious that he’s the one behind this.”

Lu Chuan chuckled and said, “We’ll go to Cloud Mists Villa and see what’s up before speculating further on who might be behind this.”

Tang Shouli nodded and said, “Brother Lu Chuan, don’t worry.

As long as you can help my Tang family through this predicament, I’ll give you the three hundred-year medicinal herbs that I’ve treasured, and even my daughter…”

At this point, Yundie pinched him hard, forcing him to swallow the rest of his words as he began to cough violently.

Lu Chuan, puzzled, asked, “And even what?”

With an embarrassed smile, Tang Shouli said, “It’s nothing, nothing; we can talk about it later.”

Yundie laughed along; she wanted to observe Lu Chuan for a while, to gauge his character.

After all, one couldn’t simply hand over their precious daughter to someone just because of a brocade pouch.

Tang Yurou, who understood the implications, could only stomp her feet in frustration.

Lu Chuan didn’t ask further, his mind preoccupied with those three hundred-year medicinal herbs.

He now had enough Catalysis Essence in his Dantian to support a breakthrough but still needed a Foundation Building Pill to aid the process.

One Foundation Building Pill required at least three hundred-year medicinal herbs to be successfully refined.

No wonder Abbess Yanyue had said solving the Tang family’s problems could be an opportunity for him.

This would indeed save him a lot of trouble.

Tang Shouli said, “I feel that there are no serious issues with my body anymore, and with at most one more day of recovery, I should be as energetic as before.”

“Lu Chuan, you stay here for now, and I will go with you to Cloud Mists Villa after I have fully recovered tomorrow.”

Lu Chuan clasped his hands and said, “Then I’ll take you up on your hospitality.”

With a smile, Tang Shouli said, “It’s no trouble at all.

Yurou, go and arrange a room for Lu Chuan.

Lu Chuan, if you need anything, Yurou will take care of it.

Both of you are young people with common interests, surely you’ll get along well.”

Lu Chuan turned his head to look at Tang Yurou and said, “I appreciate the trouble, Miss Yurou.”

Tang Yurou, visibly reluctant, but acknowledging that Lu Chuan had indeed cured her father, softened her stance towards him.

Considering that there was still the matter of Cloud Mists Villa needing his attention, she did not refuse and said, “Follow me.”

Both of them exited the bedroom together.

Tang Yurou was slender and had the bearing of poetry and books, yet there was a natural allure to her brows, making her the type who could enrapture with a single glance.

Walking beside her, Lu Chuan could also catch a faint fragrance that was refreshing.

Tang Yurou led Lu Chuan to the door of a guest room and said, “You can stay here.

The room has everything you might need.

If there is something missing, simply tell the servants in the courtyard; there’s no need to come to me.”

You really can’t stand me that much, can you?

I don’t think I’ve offended you…

Lu Chuan said with a smile, “Miss Yurou, if there’s something I’ve done wrong that has upset you, please feel free to say it outright.

I won’t mind.”

Tang Yurou twisted her face awkwardly and said, “You haven’t done anything wrong.

I just don’t like the look of you.

Everyone has their own preferences, and you should understand that, right?”

I can’t possibly tell you that I dislike you because my grandmother’s pouch advised me to marry a man with the surname Lu!

Lu Chuan, upon hearing Tang Yurou’s words, found himself at a loss for a response.

He didn’t take it to heart and said, “Then it’s my fault for not being someone Miss Yurou would like.”

“Nevertheless, I will inconvenience you with many matters while I am in Qingyang City, so please bear with me.”

“Due to certain reasons, I need some special treasures.

Do you know where in Qingyang City I could buy rare curiosities or antiques?”

With his Purple Cloud Pearl destroyed, Lu Chuan was in urgent need of refining a new Magic Artifact, and after his recent brush with death, he felt it necessary to prepare a few life-saving items for himself.

If he had the chance to acquire an Array Plate or gemstone suitable for forming a Formation, he would certainly not hesitate to take them into his possession.

Upon hearing Lu Chuan’s request, Tang Yurou thought to herself, ‘How come this guy has so many issues?

Could he possibly be here because of me?’

Taking into account that he had just saved her father’s life, she didn’t refuse.

After pondering for a moment, she said, “I know of a precious treasures exchange happening tonight where some rare items will appear.

I’ll take you there.”

Lu Chuan hurriedly expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you so much, Miss Yurou.

Not only are you beautiful, but you also have a kind heart and are willing to help others.

Anyone would like you.”

Tang Yurou looked at Lu Chuan with a strange expression, snorted, then turned around and left, muttering, “Smooth talker, even dropping hints at me now.

It seems this guy really is here for me.”

Lu Chuan didn’t hear Tang Yurou’s muttering and turned to enter the room.

After settling in, he went out to find a cell phone store and bought a mobile phone.

He had planned to give Mu Nanqing and Chu Mengyao a call to let them know he was safe, but he simply couldn’t remember their cell phone numbers and, in the end, had no choice but to give up.

He didn’t dare to reclaim his old cell phone number for now, as once Long Tianya found a hacker to monitor his old number, his whereabouts would immediately be exposed.

In order to minimize the risk, he could only wait until he was strong enough before going to find Mu Nanqing and Chu Mengyao.

Evening came.

Lu Chuan was reading through his inherited memories about Formations in his room.

At that moment, a knock at the door sounded.

Knock, knock, knock.

He quickly got up, walked to the door, and found Tang Yurou standing outside upon opening it.

At this time, Tang Yurou had changed into a light pink ancient-style long dress, with a hairpin inserted into her hair and light makeup on her face.

Coupled with her elegant bearing, she looked just like a fairy who had stepped right out of a painting.

“The antique exchange event is about to start; are you still going?” asked Tang Yurou.

“Of course I’m going!” Lu Chuan stared at Tang Yurou in her new clothes and asked, “Did you change into this just for me?”

Tang Yurou’s face turned red as she scolded, “You are shameless, how could I possibly change clothes just for you?

There will be many antiques at the event tonight, and it’s located on an ancient-style dragon boat.

I simply dressed to fit the scene.”

Lu Chuan laughed and said, “I’m just joking with you; why take it so seriously?

Let’s go, or we might be late.”

Tang Yurou was momentarily stunned, thinking about how she had just explained so much, feeling somewhat embarrassed, and then added, “The reason I bothered to explain is because…”

Lu Chuan interrupted her, “I know, I know; the antique exchange event is important.”

Both of them arrived at the entrance of Tang Residence where a black business vehicle had already been parked.

Lu Chuan was about to board the vehicle immediately.

Tang Yurou, however, with a grim face, said, “Wait a bit longer, there’s still someone who hasn’t arrived.”

She felt frustrated since she hadn’t managed to explain herself properly to Lu Chuan and felt like she was trying to hide something.

Lu Chuan asked, “Who else is coming?”

“A venerable figure from the world of sorcery, you’ll see when he arrives,” Tang Yurou answered.

Soon, a middle-aged man with the aura of a transcendent arrived in a hurry.

Tang Yurou greeted him with respect, saying, “True Being Wu, you’ve arrived.”

Then she turned to Lu Chuan and said, “This is Mr.

Wu Daolong, the leading figure of Qingyang City’s sorcery world.

He is the legendary Cultivation True Being, quite learned in Feng Shui and metaphysics.

I managed to invite him here after pulling many strings; tomorrow, True Being Wu will accompany you to Cloud Mists Villa to investigate the cause of the haunting.

Tonight, he’s joining us at the antique exchange event to enjoy the scene.”

After finishing, she added, “I’m not inviting True Being Wu because I don’t trust you, but having him around feels more reliable.”

So you still don’t trust me…

Lu Chuan was somewhat speechless but did not say much, only nodding towards Wu Daolong.

Tang Yurou then briefly introduced Lu Chuan to Wu Daolong, saying simply, “True Being Wu, this is Lu Chuan.”

Wu Daolong nodded to Lu Chuan and then his gaze shifted away, clearly not taking much account of him.

The three of them boarded the vehicle together and headed to the location of the antique exchange event.

Before long, the driver brought the car to the shore of Qingyang City’s largest scenic lake.

There, a three-story dragon boat was docked, glittering with gold and splendor, obviously reserved for the most esteemed guests.

Under Tang Yurou’s lead, Lu Chuan and Wu Daolong boarded the dragon boat.

The space aboard the dragon boat was immense, much larger than an ordinary cruise ship, featuring various entertainment facilities with many people enjoying themselves.

The location for the antique exchange event was on the third floor of the dragon boat.

Without lingering, the three proceeded directly to the third floor where they entered an antique-styled hall furnished with two rows of tea tables and a few dancing girls performing ancient dances at the center.

Tang Yurou led Lu Chuan and Wu Daolong to sit down in front of one of the tea tables.

Many guests who had already taken their seats turned their eyes toward them.

Realizing that one of the seated was the young mistress of the Tang family, they quickly averted their gaze, not daring to look any longer.

Given her status, Tang Yurou was among the most distinguished individuals at the antique exchange event.

Before long, the dance came to an end, and the dancing girls retired.

A middle-aged man stepped in front of the assembled crowd and smiled, “Ladies and gentlemen, I’m delighted that you could join us for today’s antique exchange event.

Please feel as you’re at home.

Shortly, I will introduce the treasures our guests have brought, which you may discuss and bid on if interested.

Of course, the ultimate possession of these treasures will be decided by whoever offers the highest price.”

After the middle-aged man finished speaking, Tang Yurou thought for a moment, then turned to Wu Daolong and said, “True Being Wu, Lu Chuan wishes to purchase a few treasures at today’s event, but he may not have the keenest eye and could get swindled, so if it’s not too much to ask, I hope you could help him make the selections later.”