Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 703 - 704

Chapter 703: 704

When Song Xiaodong truly saw just how much property the Su Family had, he was taken aback and could only say, "A big family dynasty really lives up to its name – they are incredibly wealthy!"

This wasn’t just a tally of normal assets; there were many hidden assets, including various connections and relationships, as well as the Su Family’s influence in official circles – things that couldn’t simply be measured by money.

No wonder a prominent family like the Su Family was a concern for those above, because if they really caused some trouble, it would be quite difficult to resolve.

Then there were the Su Family Guards, each of whom were experts. During the last face-off against the Sun family, although the Sun family lost several Family Guards, the Su Family sustained no losses.

And now that Song Xiaodong had become the Family Head of the Su Family, it was necessary for Su Zhentian, the number one expert, to pay him a visit.

Su Zhentian lived behind the Su Family Courtyard, a place where all the Family Guards resided. The residence assigned to Su Zhentian was an independent small courtyard.

The fact that the Su Family afforded such a separate living space for Su Zhentian indicated just how vast the Su Family Courtyard was.

Su Zhentian and Song Xiaodong sat by a stone table in the courtyard. Su Zhentian said, "I never expected that after the Old Master of the Su Family passed away, you, my rival, would actually take control of the family."

Song Xiaodong smiled slightly, "I didn’t expect this either. I had no intention of seizing control of the Su Family, but now I find myself in possession of it. I’ve come to see Brother Su primarily to check on your injuries and also to discuss your future plans."

Now that he was the Family Head, he naturally couldn’t be too modest, but Su Zhentian’s strength was undeniable, and his importance to the Su Family was extremely significant. Song Xiaodong regarded him highly, thus addressing him as ’brother’ was indeed an appropriate term of endearment.

Su Zhentian offered a light smile, "I was born in the Su Family, grew up here, and have always dedicated myself to serving the family. I don’t have anywhere else to go. If you are willing to keep me around, I have no intention of leaving."

Song Xiaodong was delighted, "I couldn’t ask for more. An expert like Brother Su is someone countless people vie for. Your willingness to stay with the Su Family is undeniably the greatest support for me."

"My main reason for staying is, in fact, to spar with you when there’s nothing else to do. Finding an opponent like you is really too rare for me."

"Haha, that’s wonderful! Sparring with Brother Su will be of great benefit to my improvement," Song Xiaodong laughed.

Exchanging smiles, Song Xiaodong said, "I see that Brother Su’s injuries from last time have not yet healed. How about I administer some acupuncture, so you can recover completely and avoid any hidden complications?"

"I have long heard of your extraordinary medical skills. Now as the Family Head, you offering to treat my injuries is truly an honor for me."

"Brother Su, you’re being formal with me. Since I am here, we are all family now," Song Xiaodong replied.

Su Zhentian did not stand on ceremony as he allowed Song Xiaodong to perform acupuncture on him. In their last battle, both had exerted their full strength. Song Xiaodong’s victory over Su Zhentian included a stroke of luck, and his final moves were unreservedly ruthless, leading to quite severe injuries for Su Zhentian.

After the acupuncture session, Su Zhentian circulated his True Qi. He gave Song Xiaodong a thumbs-up and said, "In martial arts, I might not be fully convinced by you yet, but for your healing abilities, I truly respect."

Song Xiaodong smiled modestly, "To receive such praise from Brother Su is an honor for me. Brother Su, this time I’ve only treated the damaged meridians, but the injury isn’t completely healed. It’s best if you continue to heal yourself."

"Alright, then I will not see you out. I need to strike while the iron is hot."

Having settled things with Su Zhentian, Song Xiaodong felt a great sense of relief. The Su Family Guards were powerful, with no weaklings among them; they represented an extremely formidable force. If they left the Su Family, it would cause a significant problem, one that those above probably wouldn’t want to see happen.

Only after he had somewhat calmed everyone down within the Su Family did Song Xiaodong finally return to the main villa.

Miao Xuanxuan and the others were already settled in and promptly dragged him upstairs.

The main villa was a three-story building that was usually inhabited by only the Old Master of the Su Family. The Old Master’s wife had passed away a few years earlier, so with his passing, the building was left completely vacant.

Song Xiaodong’s room was on the third floor in the largest room, which used to belong to the Old Master. But as the years passed, he preferred not to live upstairs, and for several years, he lived on the first floor. Consequently, it was appropriate for Song Xiaodong to occupy that room now.

All four women followed Song Xiaodong to the largest room. Miao Xuanxuan blinked and said, "Dongzi, this bed is quite large."

Xiao Yingying immediately sat on the edge of the bed, shook it twice, and said, "The bed is also very soft. It must be really comfortable to sleep on. Tonight, I want to sleep here – if anyone else wants to join, sign up quickly!"

Miao Xuanxuan laughed, "Count me in."

Lin Su’er blushed and did not speak, though she had been staying at Song Xiaodong’s house for a few days, due to Xiaodong’s busy schedule, there had been no intimacy. She wasn’t clear about such home affairs, and hearing that Miao Xuanxuan and Xiao Yingying intended to stay, she was embarrassed enough, let alone agreeing to join them.

With a giggle, Xiao Yingying said, "Su’er, come join us! It’s also a celebration of Dongzi becoming the Family Head of the Su Family."

Lin Su’er hurriedly said, "No, no! I’m going back to my room to sleep."

Xiao Yingying then looked towards Shui Qingyue and asked, "What about you?"

"Don’t look at me; I can’t do it." Shui Qingyue blushed intensely, and upon saying those words, she rushed downstairs. For her, the situation was probably not quite appropriate.

Xiao Yingying and Miao Xuanxuan refrained from calling after Shui Qingyue, as they knew she and Song Xiaodong were not at that stage yet, though they did manage to pull Lin Su’er back.

"I... I... You guys..." Lin Su’er was in a quandary.

Grinning, Xiao Yingying said, "It’s a happy occasion, so just stay here, and besides, don’t you want to be with Brother Dongzi?"

Miao Xuanxuan also teased, "Yingying isn’t ready yet, and alone, I can’t handle Dongzi; he’s too vigorous."

Lin Su’er indeed knew about Song Xiaodong’s robust stamina and understood she couldn’t manage him on her own. However, the idea of being together felt utterly ridiculous; she was at a loss for whether to agree or decline.

With a smile, Xiao Yingying said, "There’s nothing to be embarrassed about, we’re all used to it. Sister Qingqing always joins us. If you don’t do the same, you’ll be the odd one out."

Under the pressure of such an accusation, Lin Su’er no longer dared to refuse and hurriedly nodded, her face flushed as if it would drip blood.