After our homes were confiscated and we were exiled, the women in my clan and I raised a million sol

Just as Zhang Liang was leisurely savoring the sobering soup made by Wang Yuehan and the others, a tense and exciting scene unfolded in the Liu Mansion in Ning Gucheng.

At this time, Chu Xun's face was full of anger, and the blue veins on his forehead were like winding earthworms, highlighting his inner madness and anger.

His steps were rapid and chaotic, like an enraged beast trying to break free from its restraints and escape from this suffocating place.

His lips were tightly pursed, and from time to time he uttered low and angry curses. Those words were like sharp arrows, piercing through the surrounding air and pointing straight into the depths of the Liu Mansion.

When Chu Xun finally rushed out of the Liu Mansion's gate and stood on the wide street, the servants waiting there quickly came up to him.

His eyes were filled with concern and curiosity, and he asked cautiously, "Master, how is the situation going? Has the Liu family agreed to our request?"

However, these words were like adding fuel to the fire, instantly igniting the anger in Chu Xun's heart.

He turned his head suddenly, and his bloodshot eyes stared at the servant fiercely, as if he wanted to eat him alive.

His voice was cold and harsh: "You are just a servant, why are you asking so many questions? Do you want to die?"

This sudden outburst terrified the servant. He obviously did not expect that his years of loyalty and companionship would become the fuse that triggered his master's anger at this moment.

In fact, the relationship between this servant and Chu Xun is not a simple master-servant relationship. They grew up together and experienced countless ups and downs.

On weekdays, this servant always took on the dirty and tiring work without complaint, and the friendship between the two far exceeded the ordinary boundaries between master and servant.

Therefore, in normal times, such inquiries might just be commonplace and would not cause any waves.

But today is different. Chu Xun's mood has obviously reached the brink of collapse, and any slight stimulation may trigger a storm.

Faced with such a situation, the servant immediately realized his own misconduct. He knew that silence and obedience at this moment were the best options to protect himself.

So, without hesitation, he knelt on the ground, his forehead pressed against the cold stone pavement, and kowtowed again and again to apologize: "I'm sorry, Master! I was reckless. Please give me another chance."

His voice was filled with regret and pleading, and every word sounded heavy as if squeezed from the depths of his heart.

Seeing the servant's sincere attitude, Chu Xun's anger gradually dissipated. He waved his hand, signaling the servant to stand up. "Forget it, I was just angry, so I took it out on you."

Upon hearing this, the servant felt as if he had been pardoned. He quickly got up from the ground and followed Chu Xun carefully, secretly feeling lucky that he had escaped.

Chu Xun glanced at the servants following closely behind him, a trace of helplessness and anger flashing in his eyes. He gritted his teeth and said, "Damn the Liu family! Not only did they reject our request, they also humiliated me! When I think of this, the anger in my heart is hard to calm down."

After saying this, he snorted coldly, his voice full of dissatisfaction and resentment.

When the servant heard this, his doubts were immediately resolved, and he also understood why Chu Xun was so angry today.

He cautiously moved closer and whispered, "Master, should we go back and report to the master immediately so that he can make plans early?"

There was a hint of urgency in the servant's tone, and it was obvious that he also realized the seriousness of the matter.

Chu Xun frowned upon hearing this. After a moment of contemplation, he waved his hand and said, "We'll discuss this later. I've been traveling for such a long time and haven't had a drop of water. I'm already starving. Let's find a restaurant to fill our stomach first."

As he spoke, he involuntarily touched his flat abdomen, as if to emphasize the extent of his hunger.

The servant nodded quickly, then trotted to the front of the carriage and skillfully opened the heavy curtains, his movements revealing a sense of cleverness.

Chu Xun bent down and got into the carriage, his figure partially hidden by the shadow of the carriage. He only left a faint instruction: "Pick a restaurant that is close and clean."

Led by the servant's brisk steps, the carriage started slowly. The rumbling sound of wheels and the clatter of horse hooves gradually went farther and farther away, and finally disappeared at the corner of the street in front of Liu's mansion.

As soon as Chu Xun left, the door of Liu's mansion was opened and a man dressed as a servant poked his head out.

He looked around and made sure that no one else noticed, then quickly turned his head back and walked quickly back to the inner courtyard.

He came to an elegantly decorated room, knocked gently on the door, and pushed it open after getting permission.

Liu Yu was sitting in the room, resting with his eyes closed.

Hearing the footsteps, Liu Yu slowly opened his eyes and looked at the servant who came in with a sharp gaze.

"Master, that guy has left."

The servant whispered, a hint of nervousness and awe in his tone.

Liu Yu nodded, seemingly not surprised by the news.

He pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "Prepare a car for me immediately. I need to go to the lord's residence."

Although the voice was not loud, it was full of unquestionable majesty.

The servant nodded quickly, turned around and quickly left the room to start preparing the carriage.

Not long after, he returned to Liu Yu and said respectfully, "Master, the carriage is ready, we can leave now."

Liu Yu nodded slightly, stood up, and walked steadily towards the carriage parked outside the mansion.

After he got on the carriage, the driver waved the whip and the carriage started slowly, heading towards Zhang Liang's mansion.

Meanwhile, in Zhang Liang's mansion, he had finished drinking the sobering soup and was about to return to his room to rest.

Suddenly, a maid ran in hurriedly with an anxious look on her face.

"Master, Mr. Liu is outside now. He said he has something important to tell you."

She said breathlessly.

Zhang Liang narrowed his eyes and thought to himself.

Liu Yu's late-night visit must be about something urgent and important.

"Take Mr. Liu to my study. I'll be there shortly."

He ordered calmly.

Upon hearing this, the maid immediately turned around and left to inform Liu Yu to go to the study and wait.

Zhang Liang straightened his clothes, took a deep breath, and then walked towards the study.

Zhang Liang walked into the study, where the flickering candlelight made the room warm and peaceful.

He closed the door gently, blocking out the noise from the outside world, then slowly walked to the desk and sat down.

There are several rolls of documents and books scattered on the table, showing his daily diligence and busyness.

Zhang Liang had just sat down when there was a slight knock on the door.

Zhang Liang raised his eyebrows slightly and said calmly, "Come in."

The door creaked open and Liu Yu stepped in with a look of anxiety on his face.

Upon seeing Zhang Liang, he quickly bowed and saluted. "My Lord, I'm truly sorry to disturb you so late. But this matter is urgent, and I had no choice but to come overnight."

Zhang Liang nodded slightly, indicating that Liu Yu didn't need to be polite, and then waved his hand and asked him to sit down.

After Liu Yu sat down, Zhang Liang asked, "Mr. Liu, it's so late, what's making you so anxious?"

Elder Liu took a deep breath, calmed himself down, and then got straight to the point: "Today, the Chu family sent someone to see me with a tough attitude, demanding that we immediately stop all actions against the temple, otherwise they will take adverse measures against us."

Hearing this, a hint of coldness flashed in Zhang Liang's eyes, and a sneer appeared at the corner of his mouth.

"I've heard about this matter, but I didn't expect the Chu family to act so quickly."

He paused and continued, "It seems they are anxious and think they can threaten us this way."

Liu Yu nodded, and then asked, "My Lord, should we stop now or continue?"

After saying this, Liu Yu looked at Zhang Liang quietly, waiting for his orders.

Zhang Liang snorted coldly after hearing his words, and then said, "Stop? Why stop?"

“If we stop this time, what about next time?”

"Besides, it was clearly these guys who were at fault first, so why should we be held responsible? If they dare to attack us, then perfect, we can wipe them all out in one fell swoop."

After saying this, a hint of ruthlessness flashed in Zhang Liang's eyes.

When Liu Yu heard this, a glimmer of approval flashed in his eyes.

"I thought so too. My Lord, I will go down first to prepare and prevent these guys from suddenly attacking."

Zhang Liang nodded in agreement. Immediately afterwards, Liu Yu stood up and left the study, his steps firm and swift.

Zhang Liang stayed in the study, gazing deeply at the night outside the window, thinking about every next move in his mind.

He knew that the game had just begun, and he had to remain calm and decisive in order to be invincible in this dispute.