Chapter 1751: Chapter 940: Discussion at the Banquet
Liu Qian knew the other party was intentionally trying to make a good impression with him. A single meal could buy connections with officialdom, which was an absolute benefit. Not to mention, a hundred meals would be well worth it.
Understanding their intentions, Liu Qian didn’t decline and hurriedly grasped the fan in one hand while clasping his hands together to the shopkeeper, saying, "In this way, you really have gone to great expense."
The shopkeeper received Liu Qian’s favor, which was tantamount to receiving favor from the entire Yunzhou Marquess Manor, satisfying him immensely.
Just a bit of introduction to business or a bit of protection from the officials could earn back so much money.
This is the union of officials and merchants, and Liu Qian was well aware of this principle, so he appeared very natural.
After speaking, the shopkeeper led Lin Feng and the others into the tavern. Before their eyes was a carved and hollowed-out screen made of top-grade Golden Pear Wood. Inside were wooden floors paired with a variety of exquisite furniture and ornaments; the whole tavern had a very perfect style.
Then, Lin Feng followed them into a private room, where an Orchid sat on a high-legged small square table made of carved solid wood. This was a top-grade Spirit Grass with a refreshing and calming effect, placed here matching the distinct elegance of the private room, making it extraordinarily elegant.
The room was covered with a top-grade alpaca carpet, truly spotless and matched with top-grade Lingluo Silk, it was extremely beautiful.
A delicate large round table in the center of the room also highlighted the nobility here, with round hollow drum-shaped stools surrounding it.
When the banquet was complete, Lin Feng said to Liu Qian, "If there’s anything, you can tell me now."
Liu Qian said to Lin Feng, "Did you notice the woman earlier, and does she seem familiar to you?" Seeing Liu Qian being mysterious, Lin Feng took a sip of wine.
"Woman?" Lin Feng thought Liu Qian was testing him, so he asked back, then continued, "I’ve seen quite a few women, so many on this journey that it’s almost dizzying. There are just too many women in the city."
After Liu Qian finished speaking, he earnestly added, "Ah, it’s my fault for not being clear. The woman I’m talking about is someone you’re familiar with."
"Someone I’m familiar with? I really didn’t see anyone," Lin Feng still didn’t believe Liu Qian and continued to play it off, as the martial world was perilous, and Lin Feng was cautious of Liu Qian asking about Feng Ling.
Seeing that Lin Feng genuinely hadn’t noticed, Liu Qian glanced at the young girl sitting beside him, appearing to understand something.
Liu Qian thought to himself, "Could it be that when a man has someone new, he forgets about old love?"
Seeing Liu Qian in a daze, Lin Feng impatiently said, "If you have something to say, just say it directly. Being so hesitant is not a good look."
Only then did Liu Qian stop hesitating and directly said to Lin Feng, "Are you still looking for Su Liqian? If Lin Feng said he wasn’t at that moment, Liu Qian wouldn’t be willing to speak further."
Upon hearing Liu Qian’s words, Lin Feng looked shocked and said, "What, do you know of Qian’er’s whereabouts?" After speaking, he looked full of expectation.
Liu Qian chuckled lightly, took a sip of wine, and replied, "To be frank, she is currently a guest at our manor."
Lin Feng was even more astonished when he heard Liu Qian say that Su Liqian was a guest at the manor, pondering if Liu Qian had found Su Liqian long ago...
Lin Feng had actually somewhat given up, having gone through so many hardships and nearly lost his life without ever finding her, only for Liu Qian to suddenly inform him that Su Liqian was a guest of the manor.
"Is this true? Quickly take me to her..." Lin Feng immediately stood up and said to Liu Qian.
What Lin Feng didn’t expect was for Liu Qian to say, "No hurry, she is absolutely safe. Your reunion is not something that must happen right this moment."
Upon hearing this, Lin Feng calmed down. After all, she was now in their hands, found with their help, and Lin Feng had no reason to insist on seeing her immediately.
Moreover, Lin Feng hadn’t disclosed the nature of his relationship with Su Liqian, but it seemed Liu Qian had already gathered information about Lin Feng’s ties to the Giant Wood Clan.
So at this moment, Liu Qian knew that Lin Feng was the son-in-law of the Giant Wood Clan but refrained from naming it due to the young girl’s presence.
Sometimes, things men want to discuss can’t be clearly explained when women are present.
Liu Qian raised a cup and then toasted Lin Feng, saying, "Brother Lin, don’t be anxious. Once we’ve finished this table of wine, I’ll take you to meet her."
With these words, he gave Lin Feng a calming assurance, putting Lin Feng at ease.
Cultivators most fear a restless mind, so Lin Feng quickly settled his thoughts and said to Liu Qian, "Hearing what you have to say, I am reassured. Let’s finish this wine, then we’ll talk about it. After all, there’s no rush to act in just this moment."
How could Lin Feng not be anxious, when the situation appeared hopeless with broken leads and suddenly a new clue emerged, it truly delighted him.
However, since Liu Qian, the Princely Heir, said so, he had to maintain decorum and thus agreed, also somewhat comforting himself.
After sharing a cup of wine, Liu Qian said to Lin Feng, "To be honest, I also have a matter that requires your help today."
"What is it?" Lin Feng asked, having just downed a cup of good wine, and raised his head to inquire.
