The Thunderfrost Temple was by no means a major power in the neutral lands, but no one could ignore its existence. The main reason was that the templeās inheritance was special, producing a divine champion in every generationāand two in this one. A divine champion was a divine champion, no matter how weak. Hence, Luo Bingfeng wouldnāt break off courtesies without clarifying the situation, no matter how arrogant he was.
As someone who cultivated the power of lightning and thunder, Caroline was straightforward. āI heard youāve captured a person called Song Zining, I hope you can hand him to me. Iāll meet your demands as much as possible.ā
āSong Zining, again.ā A faint radiance appeared in Luo Bingfengās eyes, causing all objects in the room to become somewhat warped and distorted. Even the whip-box was starting to see sparks all over its surface, a reaction from the weapon inside.
It was only natural that he would be angry. Tidehark had been turned upside down these days, with grave casualties among the city guard and its generals. Although Yu Mingkang was alive, his will had been damaged and with it, his future prospects.
The root of all this was Song Zining. Now that Caroline was visiting for Song Zining as well, how could he not get angry?
Caroline sat unmoving, allowing Luo Bingfengās killing intent to land on her body.
The mysterious lady appeared in the guestroom at this moment. A gentle power showered down like spring rain and nullified the killing intent in the room.
She sat down beside Luo Bingfeng and said apologetically, āIām really sorry. Bingfeng has been in a bad mood these days. I hope Your Excellency Caroline will forgive his lack of manners. I am curious, though. What is your relationship with Song Zining that you would travel thousands of kilometers to this place?ā\nLuo Bingfeng kept his silence as he gazed at Caroline with a trace of murderous intent.
Caroline wasnāt his match, to begin with, and that was especially true now that she was in the city.
Caroline knew this question was key. āActually, I didnāt come here for Song Zining, I came for Qianye. But Qianye wonāt leave if you donāt release Song Zining, so I want to know what itāll take for you to release him.ā
Luo Bingfeng seemed like he was about to act up, but the lady calmed him down by patting his hand. āYour Excellency Caroline, what is your relationship with Qianye that you would put in so much effort?ā
Caroline replied frankly, āI have an agreement with him. Itās related to a life-long dream of my family, but I think Iāll not discuss this with you.ā
The woman nodded. āReleasing Song Zining is not in our power. If you want him to leave, have Qianye come and discuss things with us. Heās done so much damage, so he needs to give us an explanation.ā
Carolineās brows knitted into a frown. āThat means City Lord and Madam refuse to negotiate?ā
The woman smiled gently. āThis matter isnāt impossible to negotiate, but we need Qianye to talk to us. As for the terms, perhaps weāll think of something when we see him.ā
Carolineās expression sank. āSince thatās the case, Iāll make things clear. If Qianye dies in your hands, then Tidehark will be my enemy henceforth! I might not be your match, but you canāt leave the city, either. So, everyone in the city better be careful when they leave.ā
Luo Bingfeng slapped the armrest of his chair and said in a cold voice, āHumph! How bold! If not out of consideration for your personal visit, I could kill you right away!ā\nCaroline seemed entirely unafraid. āIf you kill me, my brother will naturally seek revenge. Then, weāll see who in Tidehark apart from you will survive. Even the madam might not get away unscathed.ā
The woman sighed lightly. She said while holding Luo Bingfengās hand, āBingfeng, she came with sincerity, why the need for this? Besides, this matter happened because some people made decisions on their own. Why would you need to help them shoulder this burden?ā
āNo buts, you go back to the courtyard, Iāll come in a while.ā
Luo Bingfeng nodded and left after shooting Caroline a glance. Only the two ladies were left behind in the conference hall.
The lady gazed calmly at Caroline. She was neither angry nor apprehensive, but Caroline actually felt less confident under her gaze.
āYour Excellency, your determination is really great.ā Caroline felt her heart skip a beat, suddenly afraid of what the other party would say next.
Fortunately, the lady only revealed a meaningful smile and didnāt keep on speaking. āWe understand your intentions now, but how to handle this matter isnāt our decision alone. Iāll discuss this with Bingfeng and perhaps put forth some conditions soon.ā
Caroline hadnāt expected the conversation to go so smoothly. āThen, Iāll take my leave first and await your decision.ā
The lady rose to send off her guest, asking intentionally or otherwise, āIs the Song clan here?ā
āSong clan?ā Caroline was startled. āI donāt know, I have no contact with them.ā
āOh, all is well then.ā The lady followed Caroline out of the residence doors and only turned back after she had left.
Luo Bingfeng was currently seated in his study, frowning and deep in thought. Luo Yun was standing by his side, waiting silently for his command.
The woman witnessed this scene as she walked in. āIāve sent her off. It seems sheās unrelated to the Song clan, she only came for Qianye.ā\nLuo Bingfeng snorted. āThis matter is going completely out of hand. Tideharkās face will be lost completely if we donāt deal with it. A mere Caroline isnāt enough to move me.ā
The lady smiled. āDonāt forget about that brother of hers.ā
Luo Bingfeng said coldly, āHe might not be my match, either.ā
The lady said with a sigh, āYouāve been in isolation for so many years, yet you still canāt get rid of your competitive nature. As I see it, her demands arenāt high, and sheās just worried weāll kill Qianye. She wonāt make an enemy of us as long as the boy isnāt killed or crippled.ā
Luo Bingfeng said coldly, āBlades and spears have no eyes. So what if heās killed or crippled?ā
The lady rolled her eyes. āYouāve been an important character for so long and speak as if things are so easy. If you and I donāt attack, which one of your subordinates can hurt him? All they can do is get beaten up. He even managed to escape from you just because of a small delay.ā
Luo Bingfeng remained silent for a short while. āThis childās talents are indeed rare, one of the best Iāve seen in my life. But itās pure insolence if he thinks he can escape a second time!ā
āYou, must you compete even with a junior? Enough, itās dragged on too long, we should go back now. Just leave matters here to them, okay?ā
Luo Bingfeng didnāt respond. He stood up in delight and said to Luo Yun, āIāll leave that matter to you, use the thing I gave you.ā
Luo Yun affirmed the order and left.
āWhatās the matter? So mysterious,ā the woman asked.
āJust a small matter, not worth a mention.ā
Seeing that Luo Bingfeng wasnāt willing to divulge, the lady decided not to keep asking.\nAt this moment, Ji Tianqing was running through the vast mountains with Qianye on her back, stopping only after dashing into a beautiful valley.
She threw Qianye onto the ground and rushed to the nearby creek for a drink. Only afterward did she heave a long sigh and lay flat on the ground. āAh, Iām exhausted!ā
Qianye clambered up with a wry smile. āI didnāt have it easy, either.ā
Ji Tianqing glared at him. āYou only played a supporting role, what are you complaining about?ā
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