Super God Grandmaster
Chapter 275 - 275 263 The Truth Comes to Light

Chapter 275: Chapter 263: The Truth Comes to Light Chapter 275: Chapter 263: The Truth Comes to Light Mu Wanlan looked puzzled and said, “If they are going to reinforce their numbers, they can only draw people out from Tianle City. This means that they would have to abandon Tianle City.”

Ling’er shared the same view, stating, “If they abandon Tianle City, they will lose their base, which would be highly disadvantageous for them.”

Wan Lan replied, “Exactly, if they dare to withdraw their forces, we will retake Tianle City. Let’s see if they dare to do so.”

Ye Chen had noticed Meng Yan helping out earlier and said, “Meng Yan, stop working and have dinner quickly. You should rest soon. Otherwise, it will be dawn before you know it.”

Meng Yan nodded with a smile, and Ling’er followed her with two servant girls.

Ling’er had been observing her all along. Ling’er thought that if Meng Yan was indeed one of Zen Master’s people, she should show some displeasure. However, there was not much change in her expression, which caught Ling’er off guard.

Ye Chen, seemingly genuinely exhausted, said, “Ah, I’m done chatting. I’m really tired. I need to wash up and rest.”

“No plans to have someone massage your back, I suppose?” Ling’er joked.

Ye Chen turned around with a smile and said, “Is that what you’re suggesting? Then come on in, I won’t object.”

“This guy really dares to say anything,” Wan Lan commented.

Ling’er seemed to have grown accustomed to this.

Ye Chen chuckled and said, “The door’s always open. Feel free to come in anytime.”

“Okay, I’ll release a couple of monsters into your room.”

Wan Lan laughed heartily at this, saying, “That’s an excellent idea! We should release some monsters at him. He’s a perfect fit for them.”

Ye Chen stood up, his body covered in dust; he needed to change his clothes.

“Exactly, ideally, something that’s neither male nor female, not human nor beast,” said Wan Lan.

“Don’t do such unscrupulous things. Be careful that you’ll give birth to a son without asshole,” he retorted.

Wan Lan was angry and she picked up a cup and threw it at Ye Chen. But he caught it and quickly retreated to his room.

Now only Ling’er and Wan Lan were left in the room. The issue related to the Zen Master had been sorted.

Wan Lan made a cup of tea for Ling’er.

Ling’er asked, “Did you notice any changes in Cui Mengyan’s facial expression just now?”

“I didn’t look closely,” Wan Lan questioned with curiosity, “Did you notice something?”

“She looked much more serious than a few days ago.”

“Really? What are you implying?” Wan Lan understood suddenly and exclaimed, “No way! If that’s the case, having her here might be incredibly dangerous. Who knows when she might poison us all.”

“If she really is one of the Zen Master’s people, the Zen Master nearly died in Wasteland City today, and many of their men died because of our siege. They must be furious.”

“So, it’s highly possible that she is one of the Zen Master’s people.”

Ling’er said, “You need to watch her closely for me tomorrow. Don’t let her wander around. If this is part of a conspiracy, Young Master Dugu must know about it. Tomorrow, I will confront Young Master Dugu directly. I must find out what’s going on.”

“Right, If this is all just a performance, then Young Master Dugu must know everything.”

Ling’er nodded in agreement.

“But will he tell us the truth?” Wan Lan wondered.

“He wouldn’t dare lie to me. I have ways to make him tell the truth,” Ling’er stated.

“Then by tomorrow, we can confirm the true identity of that girl.”

Ling’er answered with a slight nod of her head.

“I’ll go see Young Master Dugu tomorrow morning.” It was almost midnight by now.

“I should be the one to go.”

“It would be useless if you went. You can’t force him to tell the truth. Only I can make him reveal the truth. If she has indeed colluded with Young Master Dugu and staged this farce, then she must have guaranteed something to him,” Wei Yiling speculated that Young Master Dugu must know something.

“Okay, fine.”

“Just keep a close eye on the girl. I’ll be back as soon as I’ve found out what’s going on.”

“Okay.”

Ling’er felt much calmer. Early the next day, she set off for Dugu Manor.

Upon arriving at Dugu Manor and meeting Young Master Dugu, he was clueless about Ling’er’s intentions. He asked, “May I ask the reason for your visit, Miss Wei Yiling?”

“Haha, still trying to play dumb, huh? Swindled my money and won’t give it back?” she accused.

Young Master Dugu was initially startled and slightly unsettled. He questioned, “What do you mean I swallowed your money? I have no idea what you’re talking about.”

“I’ve arrested her, and you still don’t know what to say? I guess I’ll have to go to your father.”

“Who did you arrest?” he asked confusedly.

“Still pretending, huh? Is the girl really your recruit?”

Young Master Dugu widened his eyes in surprise.

“Do you know who she is?”

Young Master Dugu indeed didn’t know. He was only paid a sum of silver to stage this performance.

“Who is she?” Young Master Dugu asked.

“One of Zen Master’s people, part of Zen Master’s operation.”

“No way! I genuinely didn’t know that,” he said, shocked.

“So, you admit that both of you conspired to deceive us!” she accused.

“Yes, she indeed paid me a significant sum of silver to stage this dramatic scene, but I swear I didn’t know she was one of Zen Master’s people. If I had known, I would never have done this. She just told me she was interested in Ye Chen and didn’t know how to approach him, so she asked for my help. I just wanted to be a good Samaritan.”

“Do you realize the seriousness of this? That girl is one of Zen Master’s people, and we’re at war with Zen Master. Do you understand the consequences?” she pressed.

“I truly didn’t know. I can return your money,” he offered weakly.

Upon hearing this, Ling’er laughed coldly inside. As she had expected, the girl had an ulterior motive all along. She felt a sense of relief.

“Come with me to reveal the truth.”

Young Master Dugu was somewhat bewildered and blurted out, “You captured her, didn’t you?” then, he suddenly realized, exclaiming, “You trickster, you were playing me along.”

“So what? You fell for it right?”

Young Master Dugu asked, “Is she really one of Zen Master’s people?”

“That’s none of your business. Just tell me everything you know.”

“My Lady, you’re too formidable.”

“You, really don’t understand the danger.”

“I was in debt back then and she gave me a large sum of silver. Coupled with her persuasive words, I couldn’t resist. Anyone would be enticed to help another in need. If I knew she was associated with the Zen Master, I would never have acted rashly.”

“Quickly, come with me to the New City Sect and clarify the matter.”

“Nothing serious has arisen, has it?”

“Not for the moment,” Ling’er replied.

Young Master Dugu, not daring to disobey, said: “I’m willing to help, but I won’t return the ransom money, alright?”

“Did you spend my money?”

Young Master Dugu sheepishly grinned,

“If I were your father, you would have frustrated me to death.” Ling’er yelled, “Get up already, or do you want me to carry you out on a palanquin?”

“No need for that, I can walk.”

“Hurry up then.”

“If you all know already, why do I need to identify her?”

“Because there are doubters.”

“Do you mean that guy from the other day?”

“What about him?”

“Did he fall for that girl?” Young Master Dugu curiously asked, “You didn’t fall for that bumpkin, did you?”

“Heh, you’re meddling in other people’s affairs quite a bit.”

“I’m just guessing. But whatever the case, I’m on your side. That’s a guarantee.”

Ling’er gave him a cold glance, “Your family is so wealthy and yet you’re up to these schemes.”

“My family is wealthy, not me.”

“Your father must be withholding financial support as punishment for your misdeeds.”

“Everyone thinks my life is glamorous but it’s not. I’m just as poor as a beggar on the street. Even though I seem grand, I actually have very little money.”

“I bet you’ve been squandering it on drinking and betting.”

“Ah, what can I say? Most men have these weaknesses.”

“If I were your father, I wouldn’t buy you anything. I’d prefer to make you beg so you learn the value of wealth.”

“I’m practically destitute already. I’ve sold everything I can.”

“Why don’t you just sell yourself then?”

“Do you want me to do that?” Young Master Dugu asked.

Ling’er shook her head, “You’re beyond redemption.”

“By the way, that guy from the other day–was his name Ye Chen?”

“Yes, what about him?”

“Everyone’s been saying he’s the one who defeated the Zen Master.”

“Yes, that’s right.”

“I wouldn’t have guessed it. He does have some skills.”

“Hee hee, compared with you, he’s far more than just ‘somewhat skilled’.”

“I heard a rumor that your father is planning on betrothing you to him. Is this true?”

“Yes.”

“Do you like him?”

“How is this your business?”

“I’m just curious.”

“My father said if I can marry a girl of equal social status, he would give me half of his assets. Are you interested?” Young Master Dugu said.

Ling’er asked, “What do you mean?”

“If you’re agreeable to this, since we’re of equal stature, I can share some of the property I’ll obtain with you. How does that sound? It’s certain to satisfy you,” Young Master Dugu said.

Ling’er, left speechless, finally managed to ask, “Are you proposing to me?”

“Not for real–just a sham.”

“You are beyond saving. If I were you, I’d heed your father’s advice and get out.”

Young Master Dugu chuckled.

“Quickly now, stop discussing things that are none of my business.”

“Who said it wasn’t your business? I can give you a satisfactory amount.”

“You better go fool some other girl.” Ling’er continued, “Whoever marries you would probably ruin her life.”

“Who says? My family’s assets are not small.”

“No amount of money would last in your hands.” Ling’er went on, “Hurry up.” If it wasn’t necessary, she really wouldn’t want to bother with him. It seems there are all sorts of people in this world, and some she had never encountered before.