Rebirth of Jinxuan

Muwei raised her cup, and everyone drank, but Lu Jinxuan was absent-minded.

She was thinking about Zhang Yuxi, who had not yet returned. After drinking a cup of wine, she got up to say goodbye, saying she was going to get some fresh air at the entrance of the inn.

Actually, she wanted to wait for him.

On the stone steps at the entrance of the inn, Lu Jinxuan rested her chin on her hand, watching people come and go on the street.

As night fell and the streetlights came on, the number of pedestrians on the street gradually decreased, but Zhang Yuxi was still nowhere to be seen.

She was anxious but helpless, and could only tell herself over and over that he would come back, that he definitely would.

At this moment, everyone took their seats in the inn's private room, according to their roles as host and guest.

Mo Chenfan observed Mu Wei discreetly, secretly trying to figure out his intentions.

Why would Muwei, the dignified head of Wangyue Hall, be so enthusiastic in helping Lu Yuhang and Qian Feng?

Could there be another motive?

Ai Xi carefully poured tea and water for Qian Feng and Lu Yuhang, and reminded them to be careful of the heat, which made Mu Wei's eyes flash with a smile.

"You're quite the attentive girl," he said, his tone unusually gentle.

Ai Xi simply smiled slightly without answering, but her eyes remained wary as she watched Mu Xu, as if she were on guard against something.

Mo Chenfan took in all of this, and his doubts deepened.

After several rounds of drinks, Muwei finally revealed his true purpose.

"Qian Feng and Lu Yuhang, you two young friends are exceptionally talented, truly once-in-a-century geniuses. I wonder if you two would be willing to become disciples of my Wangyue Hall? I will certainly impart all my knowledge to you."

Qian Feng and Lu Yuhang looked at each other, unsure how to respond.

They instinctively looked at Mo Chenfan, seeking his opinion.

Mo Chenfan smiled slightly, politely declining Mu Wei's offer on their behalf.

"Thank you for your kind words, Master Mu. However, these two children are still young and need more training. There are no plans for them to become disciples for the time being."

Muwei wasn't annoyed; he just smiled meaningfully and didn't mention the matter again.

During the meal, the waiter suddenly rushed in, his face ashen, and stammered, "Master Mu... Master Mu, something terrible has happened! The Grand Elder of the Royal Martial Hall... is dead!"

The private room fell silent instantly, everyone staring in shock. Mu Wei abruptly stood up, his face terrifyingly grim. "What did you say?!"

After receiving confirmation from the waiter several times, Mu Wei hurriedly left. Mo Chenfan symbolically saw him to the door, cupping his hands and saying, "Take care, Master Mu. I won't see you off any further." Mu Wei had no time for pleasantries at this moment, waved his hand haphazardly, and walked out.

As Muwei turned the corner, she nearly bumped into a man in black.

The man in black was tall, his face was covered by a hood, and he exuded a cold aura.

Muwei was startled and subconsciously took a step back. Only after realizing that the other person was alone did she calm down and mutter a curse under her breath.

The man in black acted as if he hadn't seen him, walking straight past him and disappearing into the night.

The atmosphere inside the private room became heavy.

Just then, a commotion broke out outside the inn.

"I'm back." Zhang Yuxi's voice was tinged with fatigue. He entered the room, glanced around, and finally fixed his gaze on Lu Jinxuan and Lu Yuhang. Only then did his tense shoulders relax slightly.

Lu Jinxuan rushed forward and asked with concern, "Are you alright?" Zhang Yuxi shook her head and took off her blood-stained coat, handing it to Ai Xi.

Lu Jinxuan finally breathed a sigh of relief, and a relieved smile appeared on her face.

He had traveled a long way, covered in dust, but he couldn't rest because he was worried about their safety.

Zhang Yuxi's brief explanation reassured Lu Jinxuan somewhat.

She turned to look at the two children who were already dozing off, her eyes filled with tenderness.

Ai Xi gently carried the two little ones back to the room, carefully tucked them in, and then quietly withdrew.

Just as everyone was preparing to return to their rooms to rest, a series of urgent knocks broke the tranquility of the inn.

The waiter rushed upstairs in a panic, his face ashen, and stammered, "Sir...sir...something terrible has happened..."

"What's the matter that you're so panicked?" Zhang Yuxi's eyes sharpened, and an aura of superiority instantly enveloped the entire room.

The waiter was so frightened that his legs went weak and he almost knelt down, stammering, "The...the Grand Elder of the Royal Martial Arts Hall...was...killed! The city...the city gates are sealed, and Lord Wang...Lord Wang Yueming has ordered a city-wide manhunt for the murderer. I heard...I heard it was a young man dressed in black..."

"A young man in black?" Mo Chenfan frowned, feeling uneasy as he recalled the man in black he had encountered on the street earlier.

Zhang Yuxi's eyes were deep and his gaze was sharp. He turned to look at Lu Jinxuan and said in a deep voice, "It seems we need to be careful tonight."

Lu Jinxuan's heart tightened; she sensed that tonight's events were not simple.

Ai Xi emerged from the room, her expression grave. "I overheard people on the street talking about how that young man in black was extremely skilled in martial arts, and I'm afraid..."

Before she could finish speaking, the waiter hurriedly added, "The officials...the officials said that no one is allowed to wear black tonight, otherwise...otherwise they will be treated as...as murderers!"

Lu Jinxuan couldn't help but sneer, "Arresting people based on the color of their clothes? This Wang Yueming is really..." Her words stopped abruptly, her eyes suddenly turned sharp, and she abruptly looked out the window.

Zhang Yuxi noticed her unusual behavior and followed her gaze, only to see a dark shadow flash by...