Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 777 - 778: Traveling Together

Chapter 777: Chapter 778: Traveling Together

Song Xiaodong said, "You have also saved my life, so how could I break a promise I made? Let’s go inside and talk."

Sun Yiyi replied, "No need, it’s quite nice here, and going inside might make it awkward with your women around."

Song Xiaodong didn’t insist, and sat down with Sun Yiyi at a small table near the door.

"So what do you need me to do?" Song Xiaodong asked directly.

Sun Yiyi said, "I need you to come with me to Longding Mountain."

"Longding Mountain?" Song Xiaodong hadn’t heard of the place before.

"Yes, Longding Mountain. It’s located in the primitive jungle in Xishuangbanna. It’s dangerous to go alone, so I’d like your protection," she explained.

"Just to protect you, that’s why you want me to go?" Song Xiaodong felt the reason was a bit far-fetched, especially since the Sun family had many capable people, and Granny Sun was particularly formidable.

Sun Yiyi nodded and said, "Even though my grandmother can protect me, she has been away recently, and I don’t really want to go with her anyway. She always scolds me. It’s no fun. Going with you, I can at least have someone to chat with and keep me entertained."

Song Xiaodong looked at Sun Yiyi and said, "I suspect it’s not that simple, right?"

Sun Yiyi’s veil lifted slightly, probably because she pouted before replying, "Don’t be such a spoilsport. Either you go or you don’t. Are you really afraid that I’ll sell you?"

Song Xiaodong chuckled lightly and said, "That’s unlikely. If it were a beauty like you, there would definitely be buyers, but for a thick-skinned man like me, who would want to buy?"

"That’s not necessarily true. In the primitive tribe in the jungle, the women there would find a man like you quite exotic, and then they might want to keep you," said Sun Yiyi, and she giggled.

Song Xiaodong said, "Alright, I’ll stay cautious then. When do we leave, and when do we plan to return?"

"The sooner the better. I’m in a hurry. It’ll probably take a week, round trip," she answered.

"A week, huh? That’s not a short time. I need to arrange some things here first."

Sun Yiyi’s veil lifted again, but this time, it was probably a playful tilt of her chin. "Right, right. You’re the head of the household now, busy all the time. I’m honored you’d spend a week with me."

"Alright, leave your number and I’ll contact you once I’ve made arrangements."

"Okay, I’ll be waiting then."

Song Xiaodong saw Sun Yiyi off and returned to find Su Yuya waiting at the door, frowning.

Su Yuya immediately voiced her concerns, "This Sun Yiyi, I’m not familiar with her. She’s not even listed among the members of the Sun family."

Song Xiaodong explained, "Sun Yiyi is a special case; she is kept under house arrest in the Sun family’s..." and he recounted the story of how he first met Sun Yiyi.

Listening attentively, Su Yuya tapped her fingers lightly against the back of the chair and said, "If she’s under house arrest, how could she come out to meet you today?"

Song Xiaodong continued, "Although she’s under house arrest, it doesn’t seem to restrict her freedom. Last time, she could escort me out, which clearly shows she can also go out on her own."

Su Yuya still frowned, "It’s strange that the Sun family has such a peculiar person. What does she need you for?"

"She asked me to help her with a trip to Longding Mountain in Xishuangbanna. I didn’t ask for specifics, but it will likely take a week."

"A week isn’t too long, nor is it too short, and it shouldn’t significantly impact the Su family. No one can dismantle our family in just a week of your absence."

"Are you worried that she’s using this as a pretext to send me away so the Sun family can act? I’m not concerned about that. Su Zhentian has recovered from his injuries, and last time, none of our family guards were harmed. Moreover, I’ve brought two skilled fighters, so our overall strength has actually increased, while the Sun family has lost several skilled members and is not as strong as us now."

"Mmm, I’m just contemplating the possibilities. Nevertheless, the likelihood is low, but I still feel Sun Yiyi is a bit strange. Just be extra careful," Su Yu advised.

Song Xiaodong affirmed, "I will be, though I owe her for saving my life once, and I must repay that favor."

"Yes, I trust you won’t be reckless. Think about your wives at home. It would be tragic if something happened to you, and those beauties ended up in someone else’s arms," Yuya said.

Song Xiaodong grimaced and remarked, "Auntie, that’s a bit..."

"Teehee," Su Yuya burst into laughter, "I’m just teasing you. Don’t let bravery cloud your judgment."

"Got it..." Song Xiaodong was slightly speechless but understood Su Yuya meant well.

Song Xiaodong also discussed his travel plans with his family. Normally, they had no objections to his outings, but hearing that Sun Yiyi would accompany him, Miao Xuanxuan and the others actually became somewhat concerned.

Since Sun Yiyi had saved Song Xiaodong before, he had shared details about her unique circumstances with them.

Miao Xuanxuan rolled her eyes and said, "Hey, a week in the primitive jungles? You’re not planning on bringing her back home, are you?"

Song Xiaodong quickly replied, "Definitely not, I’m just repaying a favor."

Miao Qingqing was quite serene in her reaction, saying, "Then just go. I trust Dongzi."

Song Xiaodong was touched and said, "Qingqing, dear, you’re really wonderful."

Miao Xuanxuan rolled her eyes again, "Are you implying that I’m not nice?"

Song Xiaodong felt pressured and said, "Of course not. But you do need to have confidence in me."

Miao Xuanxuan tilted her chin up, "When it comes to someone with bad habits, my confidence is a bit shaky."

Song Xiaodong was at a loss for words; with so many people at home, and Miao Xuanxuan confronting him directly, he didn’t feel embarrassed. Her character was just like this. Furthermore, speaking truly, Miao Xuanxuan was the first woman in this household, and she deserved such recognition.

Song Xiaoru said, "Go ahead, but remember your family here. You’re not alone now, with so many people worrying about you."

Song Xiaodong nodded, his gaze sweeping over his family members, "This is my greatest concern. No matter what happens, I’ll always return safely and continue to protect you all."