The Eldest Daughter Returns with Power

After careful consideration, Su Yunruo decided to accept her senior brother's invitation to participate in the martial arts tournament. She believed that this competition would not only benefit her greatly but also help her achieve her goals. With unwavering determination, Su Yunruo embarked on her journey to the city. Along the way, she constantly pondered how to deal with future events while also looking forward to sparring with other masters.

On this bright and sunny day, Yunruo led Luochun to Qifeng City, which was more than 300 li away from Fengyang City. They enjoyed the beautiful scenery along the way, their mood exceptionally pleasant. Finally, they arrived at this beautiful and prosperous city.

"Miss, we've arrived at Qifeng City! It's so lively here!" Luo Chun exclaimed excitedly.

Su Yunruo smiled and nodded: "Yes, let's rest here today." She looked up, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and anticipation.

She knew that Qifeng City, as the only route to Fengyang City, would inevitably attract the convergence of various forces. Here, she might encounter all sorts of people and have the opportunity to obtain some crucial information.

“Okay, Luo Chun, let’s find a comfortable place to stay first, and then we’ll go and inquire about the news,” Su Yunruo instructed.

So the two found a rather tidy-looking inn. However, Su Yunruo did not rest immediately, but quickly changed into a set of light clothes, preparing to go out and explore.

"I need to go out and take a look around to find out more about the martial arts tournament," Su Yunruo whispered to Luo Chun.

“Miss, it’s not safe for you to go out alone. Let me go with you!” Luo Chun said worriedly.

"Don't worry, I'm just going for a walk nearby, I won't go far. You should stay at the inn and get some rest," Su Yunruo comforted her.

After saying that, Su Yunruo gently opened the door and carefully walked out. She wandered through the bustling streets, carefully observing everything around her.

As night deepened, the streets of Qifeng City were illuminated by twinkling lights, bustling with people. Su Yunruo, dressed in black, moved nimbly through the crowd, her sharp eyes searching for martial arts practitioners who might participate in the tournament. She hoped to glean some information about the competition from them.

Just as she was about to step into a tavern, a familiar figure suddenly came into view. It was her second senior brother, Nangong Sheng, who was talking in hushed tones with a mysterious man, his expression grave. Intrigued, Su Yunruo decided to secretly follow Nangong Sheng to find out what was going on.

She cautiously followed Nangong Sheng, navigating through several narrow alleys until they arrived at a seemingly secluded mansion. Nangong Sheng gently knocked on the door, which slowly opened before he swiftly slipped inside, the door immediately closing behind him. Su Yunruo remained hidden in the shadows, filled with questions. She knew the mansion's owner was a man of great status, not only a renowned wealthy merchant in Qifeng City but also a member of a mysterious organization within the martial arts world.

Su Yunruo lurked in the shadows for a while, her eyes fixed on every movement within the mansion, trying to catch any subtle changes. She knew in her heart that Nangong Sheng's visit must have a crucial purpose, and this purpose was very likely related to the upcoming martial arts tournament. She pondered quietly for a while, and finally made up her mind: nothing ventured, nothing gained! Thus, she resolutely chose to infiltrate the mansion to uncover the hidden truth.

She cautiously glanced around, making sure no one noticed her, then gracefully leaped onto the mansion's wall. Then, like a ghost, she silently descended into the courtyard. The mansion's layout was intricate and dazzling, but Su Yunruo, relying on her keen intuition and excellent skills, carefully avoided the patrolling guards, constantly feeling her way forward, trying to find Nangong Sheng's figure.

After a long and arduous search, she finally overheard Nangong Sheng talking to another mysterious figure outside a dimly lit room. Her heart leaped into her throat, and she felt so tense she could hardly breathe. She took a deep breath to calm herself down, then tiptoed to the door, listening intently to the conversation inside.

"...For this martial arts tournament, we must ensure that all plans are flawless and that there are absolutely no loopholes." This was Nangong Sheng's voice, his tone revealing a firmness and decisiveness.

"Yes, don't worry, everything is under control. However, that woman named Su Yunruo might cause us some unnecessary trouble," the mysterious figure replied, a hint of worry in his voice.

Su Yunruo was startled, thinking to herself, "Why are they mentioning my name?" She concentrated even more, trying to hear their conversation clearly. She heard Nangong Sheng say in an icy tone, "She is my master's wife's only disciple. We must ensure she is unharmed." Su Yunruo's doubts deepened, and she began to realize that there might be a more complex conspiracy hidden behind this martial arts tournament.

So, she made a quick decision not to stay any longer to avoid being discovered, and then went back to think about these things more carefully. However, just as she was about to leave, she suddenly heard hurried footsteps, as if someone was rushing towards the study.

Su Yunruo quickly hid in the shadows nearby. Immediately afterward, the door was pushed open forcefully, and a man who looked like a servant rushed in, shouting anxiously to Nangong Sheng and the mysterious man, "Something terrible has happened! Miss Su's maid, Luo Chun, has been kidnapped from the inn!"

Su Yunruo was shocked, her face turned extremely pale, and she muttered to herself, "Luo Chun has actually been arrested!"

She knew this was no small matter; Luo Chun was of utmost importance to her. But who had kidnapped Luo Chun, and why? She clenched her fists, telling herself she had to calm down, find a way to locate Luo Chun, and rescue her.

Su Yunruo forced herself to take a deep breath and calm herself. She knew she couldn't act rashly now, much less panic, otherwise things would only get worse. So, she decided to return to the inn first to see if she could get any useful clues there.

Back at the inn, Su Yunruo found her room ransacked, clearly broken in after she left. She carefully examined the room, trying to find clues. Under the bed, she found a torn note with some blurry writing on it, which seemed to read, "Martial Arts Tournament...Danger...Be careful..."

This note further convinced Su Yunruo that some kind of conspiracy was hidden behind the martial arts tournament. She began to wonder if Luo Chun had deliberately left the note, or if it had been torn accidentally. She tried to find any clues, even the slightest hint. She started recalling her moments with Luo Chun, attempting to glean some information from them.

After some thought and analysis, Su Yunruo realized that she seemed to have been drawn into a situation far more complex than she had imagined. This situation was full of danger and unknowns, and she had to find a solution as soon as possible.

Su Yunruo decided to go find the innkeeper first to see if he had seen any suspicious people. The innkeeper told her that several strangers had indeed come to inquire about her whereabouts, but he did not reveal any further information.

Su Yunruo knew she could no longer act alone. She needed help, and the most reliable people were her three senior brothers. She decided to go find them immediately to discuss a plan.

Now that her eldest brother is far away in Fengyang City, he can't reach them. Her second brother, on the other hand, has the advantage of being closer to them. Her third brother will also arrive in Fengyang City as soon as possible to join them. After thinking for a moment, she decided to contact her second brother first.