Chapter 1583: Chapter 1581: You’re Just Afraid—Afraid It Really Was Lan Zhengqing
Lan Yunwei remained silent, with her head lowered, staring at the ground, never responding.
A breath.
Two breaths.
Three breaths.
Four breaths.
Five breaths.
...
She kept silent like this, without saying a word.
Zhu Qilue also did not disturb her.
Because he knew that making this decision was very difficult since it involved her family. If Zhu Ruoling had done something so heinous, the first response would definitely be denial; he wouldn’t believe what others said.
Therefore.
He could understand Lan Yunwei’s conflicted feelings at the moment.
However.
These things will eventually come to light, will be discovered by others. Or maybe Lan Zhengqing will confess himself. By then, it will be too late to change anything.
If such a day truly comes, that would be the time for true regret; regret for not intervening sooner, regret for causing harm to her family due to favoritism.
Thus, no matter how difficult the decision is, a judgment must be made.
Should she make a decisive decision to resolve a thousand worries, or pretend nothing is happening, letting Lan Zhengqing act recklessly?
"Miss Lan, I hope you consider carefully and weigh the pros and cons. Problems with civilians and Blood Demon Wolves have already arisen one after another. I suspect what Lan Zhengqing has done is definitely not a trivial matter. If these Blood Demon Wolves are related to Lan Zhengqing, then it’s a big issue. To control thousands of Blood Demon Wolves at once, what kind of identity is this? What secret is Lan Zhengqing hiding behind? Don’t you want to know?"
"Enough!"
Zhu Qilue hadn’t finished speaking when Lan Yunwei let out a hysterical shout, interrupting him.
Zhu Qilue calmly closed his mouth but knew inside that Lan Yunwei would make the judgment he expected. Because when a person is truly angry, it means the words have had an effect; it shows that Lan Yunwei is also doubting Lan Zhengqing.
Simultaneously, it also indicated that Lan Yunwei wasn’t fully aware of Lan Zhengqing’s deeds, meaning they weren’t in cahoots.
"Miss Lan, this is the last chance. If missed, do you really wish to see Lan Zhengqing head down the wrong path step by step? I believe you understand Lan Zhengqing better than anyone, you will make the best judgment." Zhu Qilue said softly.
Actually, he could go himself, but going alone greatly increases danger, so he needed to bring Lan Yunwei along.
After all.
Lan Yunwei is Lan Zhengqing’s sister; if the Blood Demon Wolves are indeed related to Lan Zhengqing, he surely wouldn’t let them attack his sister.
He likely hasn’t gone mad to that extent.
Otherwise, he wouldn’t pretend to be a gentleman in front of everyone.
You could say he was using Lan Yunwei as a shield.
On the other hand.
Even if these Blood Demon Wolves have no connection with Lan Zhengqing, with Lan Zhengqing’s strength, he certainly can take Lan Yunwei away safely, and tagging along wouldn’t bring danger.
Yet Zhu Qilue knew in his heart, the appearance of so many Blood Demon Wolves this time, definitely wasn’t accidental, wasn’t a collective act, but rather intentionally arranged by someone!
And Lan Zhengqing is the most suspicious.
Therefore, bringing Lan Yunwei was the safest move.
Lan Yunwei kept pondering, not noticing Zhu Qilue’s facial expression, naturally unaware of his inner thoughts.
She was immersed in her own reflections and worries.
Mysteriously.
She felt this all had an inseparable connection with Lan Zhengqing.
She had previously heard some vague rumors about the appearance of civilians in Blizzard Village. And Blizzard Village was personally requested by Lan Zhengqing from her; this Extremely Cold Land originally wasn’t cared about, and she hardly remembered it existed.
But one day, Lan Zhengqing suddenly came to her, saying he needed Blizzard Village for something.
At that time, she didn’t think much and handed Blizzard Village to Lan Zhengqing.
Then came the news about the civilians.
Back then, she realized Lan Zhengqing seemed to be engaging in something shady. But she never had evidence, so she gradually forgot about it.
Now recalling, it felt very plausible.
Plus the presence of Blood Demon Wolves, she felt things were developing beyond explanation.
However, Zhu Qilue said something right.
If not stopping it, continuing to ignore as if nothing happened.
Lan Zhengqing would push himself into the Abyss, and by then, trying to rescue or recover would be useless.
Before he makes a grave mistake, quickly pull him back, don’t let him walk further astray.
But.
What if she misunderstood Lan Zhengqing?
What if it’s not his doing, but merely her baseless suspicion defaming an innocent person?
This was the dilemma that haunted Lan Yunwei.
Whether Lan Zhengqing did it or not, there was no solid evidence or anyone to clarify.
Blindly laying the blame on Lan Zhengqing was somewhat unfair.
If they were wrong...
Sigh...
Lan Yunwei sighed deeply, feeling increasingly conflicted and helpless.
What should she do?
Heed Zhu Qilue’s advice, go along, or stay put, waiting for the Blood Demon Wolves to disperse first.
In fact, she was very fearful inside.
Not scared of the Blood Demon Wolves but of discovering the truth, if Lan Zhengqing were indeed the mastermind behind all, she surely would collapse.
Thus.
Lan Yunwei began to breathe rapidly again, furrowing her brow, looking despondently at the fiery red ’flame’ twenty miles ahead.
"So, Miss Lan, still haven’t decided?" Zhu Qilue urged impatiently.
Lan Yunwei remained silent, lightly shaking her head, her eyes hollow, bewildered, and lifelessly gazing ahead, devoid of sparkle or light, like a layer of dust covering her beautiful eyes.
Zhu Qilue suddenly became anxious. What does this mean? If she doesn’t want to go, she should say so! After pondering half the day, not even a peep came, and waiting further would mean the Blood Demon Wolves might already feast on Lin Fan, with bones chewed into bits.
Then Zhu Ruoling would be doomed!
Time waits for no one!
"Hey, Lan Yunwei, can you stop being mute, say something! Are we going or not, give me an answer now!"
"..."
Lan Yunwei remained silent, saying nothing.
"Fine! I get it, you’re afraid, afraid it’s really Lan Zhengqing’s doing. Okay, since you’re not going, I’ll go alone. Once I uncover the truth, even if I die, I’ll come to you in dreams, telling you if it was Lan Zhengqing’s doing!"
Zhu Qilue, frustrated, picked up Zhu Ruoling and strode swiftly towards Blizzard Village.
Just a few steps away.
"Wait a moment!"
Zhu Qilue’s words left Lan Yunwei utterly stunned.
She sighed heavily, helplessly.
"I’ll go with you."
