Chapter 65: Enjoyment

"You've gotten the formation disk you wanted, haven't you?" Sitting casually on a stone bench in the almost empty Su Mansion, Su Yao took a sip of tea and looked towards Lin Xuan who sat across from him.
Lin Xuan nodded: "Although it is temporary, it is enough. After discussing with Qin Feng from Jian Ge for a month, we will return the formation plate."
"One month? Does it need to take that long?"
Su Yao was a bit puzzled. With his thoughts and methods, where could Lin Xuan conceal his goals? Su Yao could guess what Lin Xuan wanted to do with this formation treasure. However, it should be easy for any Heaven Circle expert to easily detect the residual source energy in the formation treasure, so why would it take a month?
"Yes, the other party's methods are very clever. It's not that simple," Lin Xuan sighed and said. He had already shown it to Chen Zhao Lu, but there was no evidence or clue that could prove the Left Grand Councilor Li Cheng. "So we decided to take this thing apart."
"Gosh, how do we open it?" Su Yao couldn't help but laugh.
"After all, it's an array disk that combines with the patterns of tools. There are some internal mechanisms and structures that need to be carefully studied." Lin Xuan said. Anyway, as long as there is contact, no matter how much, it will definitely leave a trace. As long as any traces left by Li Cheng are discovered, it will be the strongest evidence to nail Li Cheng in the future.
If you really want to say that Lin Xuan has a bit of a selfishness, he also wants to take a closer look at the device patterns on the entire formation treasure. And in order to carefully study this formation treasure and ensure that it is intact, only him as a first-level refining master is simply impossible. He needs to find a more trustworthy and powerful refining master. Clear Sky Sect is unlikely to send people to the capital for this, so now he can only rely on two unreliable establishments - Heavenly Fate Tower.
This is also why Lin Xuan came to seek Su Yao's help again.
"What? Can't find helpers in Tianxiang Tower with the identity of Chen Chaolu?"
"You know, the strong dragon cannot defeat the local snake. Chen Chaolu has not returned to the capital for long and is not familiar with the people in Tianxiang Tower," Lin Xuan said helplessly. "No matter how you put it, Chen Chaolu is only a guest of the Tianxiang Tower and cannot compare with the number two person in Tianxiang Tower, the perfect man Su Yao."
Actually, Lin Xuan also knew he was in the wrong. He always sought help from others, and he didn't want to owe any more favors. However, what other choice did he have in the end? He also wanted to compensate the other party, but in terms of strength, he was far inferior to Su Yao. In terms of wealth, he had no way to compare, and in terms of background and influence, he was still in need of Su Yao's help!
"Well, for me, it's not a big deal. After all, I'm the most popular wherever I go. It's not difficult to call for help from the vice hall master over at the Refining Palace," Su Yao said casually, but then his expression turned serious. "But before that, what I really want to know from you is the mastermind behind the attack on the Treasure Gathering Conference at the Treasure Spirit Mountain."
"How do you assume that I would know?"
"I'm not certain, but you were the only one who chased after him and fought with him for almost ten blocks."
"Why does Lord Su Yao care so much? Are you going to pursue that guy?"
"In life, one must always find pleasure."
Pleasure? Lin Xuan stared at Su Yao sitting across from him. A thug who had intruded into the Treasure Contest in Baoling Mountain should not matter at all to someone like Su Yao, who is a big shot. How could this be considered a pleasure? Lin Xuan didn't know what aroused Su Yao's interest, nor what had caused his face to be filled with rare gloom and anger.
But if Su Yao's target is Xie Ji, Lin Xuan has no reason to hide it from him. In fact, he would welcome someone to help him capture Xie Ji, and he wouldn't have to worry about Su Yao making mistakes or getting hurt.
However, on the other hand, Su Yao's actions will definitely drive the power of Tianxianglou, and other important figures in the capital city cannot ignore the anomaly of Tianxianglou. In this area of mutual incomprehension, contradictions and misunderstandings will lead to greater hidden dangers in the capital city, and the pattern of the entire Da Huang capital city is bound to change.
Moreover, the plundered Baolingshan cannot let this matter go, which means that two major forces that can cause a bloody storm with just a flick of their fingers are unintentionally getting involved in the turmoil of the imperial capital.
"Could it be that Master Su is doing this for that girl?" After telling Su Yao all he knew about Xie Ji, he tilted his head and looked at the girl shaking in the courtyard, who was none other than Dou Dou.
"What's her relation with you? She's just a fool who appeared at the wrong place at the wrong time," Su Yao chuckled. "But I have to admit, she's pretty capable. She's helped a lot with my Jihetang. Hey, little girl over there, come here!"
Upon hearing Su Yao's call, the young girl Dou Dou seemed to pout and walked over unwillingly, saying, "If it weren't for me at Jihe Tang these past two days, wouldn't your subordinates be able to handle it? Can't you let me go?"
"Hey, what's with your attitude? I saved your life again, you know." Su Yao teased, her expression like that of a perverted blackmailer.
"Well, it's all because you asked me to help the injured, isn't it? So, it's your fault." Dou Dou seemed completely indifferent to the fact that she was standing before a round sky expert, and fearlessly retorted. This attitude made Lin Xuan, who was sitting on the side, raise his eyebrows in surprise, almost spitting out the tea he had just drunk.
"Haha... Blame me? Did you listen to me? I told you to go but you didn't." Fortunately, it was Su Yao who was being argumentative with Dou Dou and he didn't have the arrogance of a strong person. He was just like an ordinary person quarreling with Dou Dou, making Lin Xuan feel a little redundant for a while.
"So what else does the adult need the girl to do?" In terms of eloquence, a young girl in her twenties or thirties like herself couldn't compete with Su Yao, who was probably two or three hundred years old, and eventually she had to reluctantly yield.
“I have been idle these days and happened to investigate your background. I think you are also a promising talent,” Su Yao said, rubbing his chin. “And as an unemployed wanderer in the great wilderness city now, you should be grateful that I let you work at the Jihe Hall.”
Su Yao's smile was warm and friendly, but to Dou Dou, it felt like there was something more to it.
"Did you check my background?" Dou Dou's heart tightened instantly. As she got closer to Su Yao, she could feel the powerful energy he possessed and knew that he was the second most important person in the Tianxi Building in the capital city.
If Su Yao really wants to investigate, I am afraid that there will be no privacy in front of him. Won't Su Yao know everything about what she did before and what she wants to do now? Wouldn't all the efforts she made to approach Su Yao and make him interested in her be in vain?
But after thinking about it, Dou Dou became even more puzzled. Initially, she wanted clues about her sister Se Se, while Tian Xiang Lou wanted her to retrieve the formula for the Call the God Pill. However, this formula was just a test given by Tian Xiang Lou. If she couldn't pass the test, she wouldn't even have a chance to connect with Su Yao. But now she realizes that Su Yao is also such an important figure in Tian Xiang Lou, why did they want her to get close to him?
What does this mean?
Based on her years of experience and the situation at hand, Dou Dou instantly knew that this was definitely an internal conflict within the Tian Xiang Tower. It could either be one of Su Yao's subordinates trying to overthrow him, or his superiors attempting to address this hidden danger. In comparison, Dou Dou didn't need to worry about Su Yao discovering any of her information, because anyone who wanted to deal with Su Yao within Tian Xiang Tower would have already covered their tracks completely.
"So, am I considered part of the Tianxiang Tower now?"
"Dream on, you can't even beat Jihey Tang, who does odd jobs in the hall."
"Do you want me to do menial work for you?"
"We provide food and lodging, aren't you satisfied? Plus, you don't have to worry about anyone coming to bother you anymore," Su Yao's face lit up with a sly smile, giving people a spine-chilling feeling, as if they were being tricked. "But if you want to repay me for saving your life, maybe you could help my little brother with some chores."
"Work? What kind of work?"
"I heard you've been wandering around the capital for many years now. Just ask around and do some odd jobs, it's not difficult."
"I don't want to do dirty work and take the blame for you big shots. It's not only pointless, but also dangerous." Shaking his arms, he pouted and said.
“那你还在这干啥？还不赶紧回济和堂！”苏尧突然一下变得很凶的模样，张牙舞爪地冲着抖抖吼了一句。
不过貌似效果不佳，抖抖半眯着眼睛，无声地咂了咂嘴，一副充满不屑的样子走开了。
"Can I be so bold as to ask, what are you doing here, sir?" Lin Xuan asked cautiously.
"I told you, life is all about having some fun. It's rare to come across such an interesting little girl, it would be a shame not to tease her," Su Yao said with a mischievous grin. "Besides, I checked out this person's background and there's nothing majorly wrong with her, plus she's really good at gathering information. If you ever need her services, come to Jihe Tang and find her. But we have to make it clear, if you use her, she won't do any dirty work, dangerous work or work that's too tiring."
You're not capable yourself and yet you make others do odd jobs? That's really hypocritical.
Lin Xuan silently mocked in his heart, then asked, "What about the Alchemy Hall..."
"If you go and register my name tomorrow, that's all you need to do," Su Yao said confidently, patting his chest. "I'll take care of things, don't worry."
To be honest, Lin Xuan couldn't let go of this worry. If there were any critical moments or moments that tested professional medical skills, Su Yao would definitely be the most reliable guy. But just for this simple matter, if he didn't drop the ball to show you, then Su Yao wouldn't be Su Yao.
After Lin Xuan repeatedly urged and pleaded, almost kneel down with anxiety, he finally left with a heavy heart. However, Su Yao could understand him. After all, it's a lot of pressure to deal with such big things at a young age. It's normal to think a lot. Not everyone is as reliable and perfect as Su Yao.
And as if knowing Lin Xuan turned and left, the water in the courtyard suddenly began to ripple and surge, with endless illusory source energy carrying it up, condensing into a delicate eye.
There is a faint image of a girl in her eyes, it is Qingtian.
"The information about Dou Dou in the building is consistent with what you found, the background is clear and there is no doubt," Qingtian's crisp voice came out, "it's so clear that it's a bit weird, but since I didn't find any problems, there shouldn't be any problems."
"Unless it's those old guys at the very top causing trouble," Su Yao whispered, making Qing Tian's expression also tighten.
"I don't understand. If the adult knows she deliberately approached the adult, why do you still pretend not to know?" Qing Tian asked, puzzled.
"It's nothing, there are some things you still don't understand, so even with your current position, don't let your guard down," Su Yao shook his head and said, then grinned, "As for me, you don't have to worry about me. I have a sense of propriety, and I also have to find some enjoyment for myself, otherwise it would be too boring."
“This little girl is also a pitiable person. She came to the capital alone in order to find her sister and has survived till now... Even if it's intentional, I don't think she really harbors malice,” Su Yao continued, remembering the scene where Dou Dou was so foolish to almost sacrifice herself to save someone, “You and her can spend more time together, and help her if you can.”
Sunny looked deeply at Su Yao, and she could see a different radiance in his eyes that she had never seen before. Sunny didn't know if Mr. Su was impressed by Doudou's self-sacrificing quality, or if he saw a reflection of himself in Doudou.
"Okay, with her qualifications, I reckon Princess Anxuan's grand wedding would take place in some time, and she wouldn't miss it," Qingtian said. "I happen to be attending too."
"These are just idle talk and trivial matters, don't bother too much about them. Let's focus on the important things," Su Yao exhaled and became serious, "Please, start contacting the monster domain for me."