Chapter 462: 462. Return to Beijing
Returning home this time, Yu Yanmei had intended to ride with Li Pei as an opportunity to improve their relationship.
However, Li Pei ignored her and instead came to Liao Ya’s side, saying, “I’ll ride with Da Liao sister.”
So the group ended up with Yu Yanmei riding Ping An alone, Li Pei and Liao Ya on Ji Xiang, and Lu Yao hugging the delicate Liao Qe.
Over the past half month, the three Spiritual Sparrowhawks hadn’t grown much but had visibly gained weight, pampered by a professional team of chefs arranged by the Wudang Sect.
Plus, they hadn’t skimped on the Golden Stem Immortal Brew, having saved up quite some fat.
At that moment, with his hand sneaking upwards and not behaving, Li Pei hugged Liao Ya’s waist, laughed, and said as he fondled,
“Da Liao sister is indeed a beauty, I should’ve ridden with you long ago~”
Liao Ya’s reaction was obviously more than a beat slow; it took a few seconds before she let out a surprised cry, reached back, and pinched Li Pei’s leg, “Grab your own!”
“Yours are more fun.”
Li Pei placed his hand on Liao Ya’s smooth and tender nape, whispering, “Such a slow reaction, are you practicing your cultivation?”
“Diligence leads to mastery, sloth leads to ruin, of course I must strive at all times,” Liao Ya responded matter-of-factly.
Li Pei spoke seriously, “Not even sparing such short moments… I’ve been slacking off lately, thanks for the reminder.”
“That…” Liao Ya turned her head slightly, asking softly, “What’s going on with you guys? What happened?”
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The awkwardness between the three was obvious to anyone.
With no outsiders around, Li Pei sighed and muttered, “Lu Yao slept with my master.”
“Ah!!”
Liao Ya cried out in shock; the spooked Ping An beneath her also shivered and glanced over.
“How could this happen…”
Martial Artists may be open-minded, but they have a unique set of moral guidelines, and this was not a glorious affair.
Liao Ya spat, “Lu Yao, that beast! To think he tricked Grandmaster Yu like that…”
But as much as she cursed, her heart wasn’t really that angry.
Liao Ya had always liked Yu Yanmei, to the point of admiration; she didn’t feel too repulsed at the moment.
She stole a glance at Li Pei and whispered, “So you’re angry because of this. What are you going to do next?”
“What else can I do, just accept it. I can’t bear to part with either of them… and thinking it through, it’s good that no outsider benefited.”
Li Pei reached around from behind and kneaded Liao Ya fiercely, as if venting his frustration,
“But I also can’t let Lu Yao off so easily! I’ll spank him, one month… no, half a month of not sharing a room with him!”
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At this moment, strictly speaking, Yu Yanmei was not alone; she had the Lake Sword with her.
With True Qi surging like rivers without leaks, Fran had enjoyed it once and since then had grown very close to Yu Yanmei.
Now, puzzled, she asked, “Why the resentment? Isn’t it normal for the strong to have many women?”
Yu Yanmei, with her head lowered, whispered, “It’s different, I’m Li Pei’s master…”
“I think you two are very suitable, there couldn’t be a more perfect union,” Fran said straightforwardly.
“And your soul can’t lie—you enjoy being with him, and you’re happy,” she added.
“I wronged Peipei…” Yu Yanmei said in a low voice, then fell silent.
Instead, Fran went on to speak a lot about ancient principles, comforting and advising Yu Yanmei.
The character for destiny is indeed wonderful; spanning 2,000 years, the two found an extraordinary connection.
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Mount Wudang was less than 1000 kilometers from Imperial City, and the Spiritual Sparrowhawk arrived in just one hour.
For them, this amount of exercise could only be considered a warm-up.
By the time Lu Yao returned to Jing Yi Garden, it was lunchtime. He composed a letter of introduction to Prefectural Governor Zuo, planning to visit him early the next morning.
However, unexpectedly, in the afternoon, Prefectural Governor Zuo himself paid a visit, accompanied by the commander of the Imperial Guards, Dong Fuxiang, and the young girl Su Erya.
During the time the Lu family was away, the young girl had been following Prefectural Governor Zuo, learning and cultivating, and she appeared especially spirited at this moment.
“Uncle Master, you’re back!”
Lu Yao ruffled her little head and said, “Not bad, your cultivation has improved again.”
He then addressed Prefectural Governor Zuo, “How could I trouble you to come all the way here yourself!”
“A leaderless mass ultimately achieves nothing. There are matters that are better settled sooner rather than later.”
As everyone took their seats, Prefectural Governor Zuo accepted the tea brought by Liao Qe and went straight to the point:
“I’m sure you’re aware of my intentions. This will surely allow us to stabilize the realm with the least cost and spare billions from suffering.”
Now, with the greatest martial power at his disposal, there were few forces that could withstand just a few of the women alone.
Dong Fuxiang standing beside him also saluted with folded fists, “The Imperial Guards follow Young Master Lu’s lead alone!”
The two had known each other for some time, and the term “Young Master” showed a closer relationship.
“Thank you for your generous affection, Prefectural Governor Zuo.” Lu Yao said solemnly with a fist salute, and then continued,
“I too do not wish to see the great land so depressed and fragmented, and I will surely set it in order. But it may not be in the way you envision.”
Prefectural Governor Zuo let out a long sigh,
“As long as we can quickly stabilize the world, it makes no difference whether it’s constitutional or republican. My days are numbered, and in the end, it will be up to you. You’re free to decide on this matter.”
“Rest assured, I dare not promise too much, but unity and peaceful occupation are certain.”
Prefectural Governor Zuo nodded in reassurance, fully trusting this young man before him.
He was even firmly convinced—whenever Divine Land faced moments of life and death, a hero would always emerge, and Lu Yao must be the chosen one!
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Then, Lu Yao changed the subject, “I heard some people have been quite active?”
Dong Fuxiang knew the details very well and quickly said,
“It’s nothing more than a few Regional Governors, along with Great Grandmasters Zhang and Yuan expressing their opinions. Lately, they’ve been promoting the Western constitutional system, wanting to establish a parliament and hold elections.”
As Lu Yao currently had the upper hand in martial strength, a group of people thought of using softer tactics since the hard approach wouldn’t work.
They sought to stir up a constitutional frenzy nationwide, implement an electoral system, and impose layers of restraints on Lu Yao, preventing him from defying the world by wielding his martial power recklessly.
“If it’s a matter of who can shout louder, the voices of this group combined would undoubtedly be louder,” said Lu Yao. “Has constitutionalism been universally accepted throughout the country now?”
Dong Cixiang spoke indignantly, “Indeed, even the lowest street hawkers and porters are discussing the merits of constitutionalism. But these advocates of constitutionalism are merely seeking personal gain!”
Lu Yao scoffed, “I have no interest in playing along with their foolish antics!”
He said to Dong Fuxiang, “General Dong, draft a list for me with the attitudes and actions regarding this matter from all the governors and prefectural governors.”
Excitement flashed across Dong Fuxiang’s face as he hastily agreed, “I will prepare it immediately and bring it over.”
Prefectural Governor Zuo looked as if he wanted to say something, but Lu Yao spoke in a timely manner, “Don’t worry, I won’t provoke a large-scale civil war.”
Prefectural Governor Zuo nodded, “Employing both benevolence and authority is the best strategy. Go ahead and do as you see fit, and I can also lend a hand if needed.”
Lu Yao smiled calmly, “If you could just oversee the Imperial City, I’ll handle all other matters.”
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