Chasing after her husband? Is it even possible to win him back?

"I am Wu Yuan, and she is Shu Yuan. We are the agents left behind in the Ghost Market by the ghost Qu Qi. We have a few things to ask you today..." The male ghost named Wu Yuan stopped speaking before he could finish.

Because Chu Xunfeng slammed a Yin Sha Pearl with a strong Yin Sha aura onto the table.

"Goodbye, gentlemen." The Yin Sha Pearl rested steadily on the slightly pitted stone table. Chu Xunfeng, having put down the Yin Sha Pearl, merely glanced at the two men with stiff expressions before turning his attention away from them. Instead, he picked up his hot tea and took a small sip.

"Young Master Chu... what does this mean?" Compared to Wu Yuan, whose thoughts were stuck, Shu Yuan narrowed her eyes, revealing a fierce expression.

"There's nothing to talk about with you, it's that simple." Chu Xunfeng held his teacup and glanced at the mean-looking female ghost.

"Young Master Chu, you brought a large number of Yin Sha Pearls of unknown origin into the Ghost Market, along with Gui Jiu's token. At a time like this, you're telling us, the Ghost Council, that there's nothing to talk about?" Shu Yuan's voice was sharp and shrill, causing Chu Xunfeng to frown deeply.

"A Yin Sha Pearl of unknown origin?" Chu Xunfeng raised his hand and tapped the table. "Since you put it that way, then I'd like to tell you all about what happened yesterday."

"First of all, where is the so-called Yin Sha Pearl of unknown origin?" Chu Xunfeng put away the Yin Sha Pearl that Gui Lao Jiu had given him, and then spread his hands to the two people across the table. "Show us the evidence, otherwise you two uninvited guests are just making baseless accusations."

The female ghost's momentum came to an abrupt halt because of Chu Xunfeng's counterattack.

“Young Master Chu, you must know that your two attendants lost nearly a hundred Yin Sha Pearls at the entrance of the Ghost Market yesterday, right?” Wu Yuan stared at Chu Xunfeng.

Chu Xunfeng raised his hand and gently pressed his forehead. Just when Wu Yuan thought Chu Xunfeng had nothing to say, purplish-blue arcs of electricity suddenly erupted around the young man. Chu Xunfeng slowly lowered his hand from his forehead and stared intently at the two ghosts sitting opposite him, his eyes gradually turning golden.

"My men lost a large sum of money. As the foreigners' agents, you not only failed to help me recover the assets, but you also want to question whether there is a problem with my assets?" Thunderous Chu Xunfeng's palm gradually erupted. Old Wang and Hongzhu, who were standing behind Chu Xunfeng, had already retreated several feet away. Wu Yuan and Shuyuan, the two ghosts sitting opposite Chu Xunfeng, could only try to defend themselves.

"Either provide me with evidence, or recover my lost property and prove there's something wrong with it. Neither of you has the right to offer a third option. This is the last time. Goodbye! Don't bother coming back!"

Wu Yuan and Shu Yuan, the two ghosts, struggled against the overwhelming power of thunder, but in the end they could only get up in a sorry state. They didn't even dare to utter any harsh words and slunk away through the open gate of the courtyard.

Two ghost cultivators at the Profound Realm were no match for Chu Xunfeng, who was about to break through to the Earth Profound Realm.

Seeing the two ghosts escape, Chu Xunfeng calmed down. Hongzhu cautiously approached Chu Xunfeng and asked, "Young Master, are we just going to let them go like this?"

"It's just an excuse to make a scene. The bigger the fuss, the more attention it will attract. Besides, we're in the right, so it would be a shame not to take advantage of it." Chu Xunfeng finished speaking and took a sip of tea. "Today, we'll go out and procure some supplies in a big way. The items don't matter, but the only requirement is to make a big splash."

Red Candle didn't quite understand, but she still nodded obediently, "I understand."

Chapter Twenty-Nine: Senior Brothers and Sisters

Having confidence is crucial in negotiations, but confidence can also be a bluff.

Chu Xunfeng arranged for Hongzhu and Lao Wang to go out and buy some furniture, the reason being to demonstrate his confidence.

Of course, this arrangement was risky. After all, Lao Wang and Hongzhu's ostentatious actions were already conspicuous, which would naturally attract attention similar to that of Wu Yuan and Shuyuan before them.

Chu Xunfeng naturally told Hongzhu about the risks involved.

Hongzhu also gave Chu Xunfeng a clear response, and she was confident that she could block any malicious means or people that might appear outside.

Chu Xunfeng naturally gave Hongzhu enough trust and let the two of them go out.

Meanwhile, at Chu Xunfeng's residence, not long after the two ghosts, Hongzhu and Ergui, left, Chu Xunfeng was about to return to his room to continue studying and upgrading the purification Yin Sha Pearl formation that the system had created when another uninvited guest arrived.

A gentle knock on the door made Chu Xunfeng stop in his tracks as he headed towards the east wing.

The young man took out the key and waved it lightly in the air. The array on the courtyard gate was immediately deactivated, and the gate opened automatically. The three people standing outside the gate met the young man's gaze.

Leading the group outside the door was none other than the manager of the Seven Star Pavilion, whom Chu Xunfeng had just met yesterday morning. Behind the manager were two figures, a man and a woman, whom Chu Xunfeng recognized very well.

Mo Xun, the chief disciple of the nineteenth floor of Baidi City, and Xue Changyun, the second disciple.

"Young Master Chu," the innkeeper said with a smile, looking at the young man standing in the courtyard, "these two guests have come specifically to see you."

"Thank you, shopkeeper." Chu Xunfeng bowed to the shopkeeper and then stepped forward to lead the way. "Please come in, gentlemen."

"I won't go in. Young master has been making quite a splash these past few days, your performance..." The shopkeeper stood at the door, subtly blocking the path of the two people from Baidi City behind him, thus blocking the doorway.

"Preparations are already underway, but I didn't expect that people from Baidi City would also be coming." Chu Xunfeng smiled and replied to the shopkeeper with a knowing, pointed remark.

The shopkeeper smiled with satisfaction, turned around and left along the way he came without saying another word.

"Senior Brother, Senior Sister." Chu Xunfeng greeted the two who stepped into the courtyard with clasped hands and bowed. "Please sit down, I'll go prepare some tea."

Mo Xun was still wearing a black robe, while the exceptionally brave red-haired senior sister Xue Changyun seemed more concerned about the exchange between Chu Xunfeng and the manager of the Seven Star Tower. She wanted to speak, but was stopped by Mo Xun.

After the two were seated, Chu Xunfeng went to the west wing with a sense of relief and returned shortly with a pot of tea. He then sat down at the stone table.

"Senior brothers and sisters, please have some tea. Did Master give any instructions?" Chu Xunfeng took control of the conversation as soon as he sat down. After all, he already had a plan, and it was already in the process of being implemented. However, Baidi City was not directly included in his plan. Under these circumstances, Baidi City's attitude was very important.

After all, these two have come to the Ghost Clan and are standing by his side. They may even have to face the Bronze Fang Beast head-on, which will have a very exaggerated impact on the situation of White Emperor City.

"My master instructed me privately that I should follow your orders and act at any cost, as long as the three of us are safe," Mo Xun replied softly to Chu Xunfeng, holding his teacup.

"It seems that Baidi City has made up its mind?" Chu Xunfeng felt something was wrong. According to the information he heard from the shopkeeper, Baidi City should not be so determined to break ties with Xu Kingdom.

"My master gave me these instructions in private." Mo Xun sighed helplessly. "The sect leader only instructed me to come here and help you; there was nothing more specific."

Looking at his senior brother's almost lifeless smile, Chu Xunfeng shook his head helplessly, "If that's the case, you might as well not have come."

"That's why Master gave us another private instruction." Senior Sister Xue Changyun's expression wasn't as helpless as Mo Xun's, but her tone was still rather cold. "The leader of Baidi City can't make that kind of decision directly, but the recent movements of Baidi City have shown that the leader has his own ideas. He needs someone to help him make the final decision."

"So this matter has fallen on Master's shoulders?" Chu Xunfeng took a deep breath, and finally let out a long sigh. "Taking me as a disciple is truly... a misfortune for our sect."

Ironically, if it weren't for Chu Xunfeng, Xu Bailing would have died during the autumn hunt. The White Emperor, grieving the loss of his beloved daughter, would have been determined to investigate thoroughly, and it wouldn't have been impossible for him to turn the Xu Kingdom upside down.

Because of his existence, things have gradually evolved into the situation where Xu Jiujing, the Grand Elder of Baidi City, has to play the villain, bear the infamy, and might even be cursed after his death.

Chu Xunfeng's self-reflection was not an exaggeration...

However, the autumn hunt... Chu Xunfeng narrowed his eyes, suppressing a fleeting guess in his mind, and decided not to delve into it.

It's pointless to delve into those causes and effects now.

“Junior brother, don’t say that. Things change by chance and circumstances. The entire Nine Provinces and Three Regions will not change just because of one person,” Mo Xun comforted him. “Besides, Master’s instructions prove that he is also prepared.”

"Senior brothers and sisters, did you encounter any obstacles when you came here?"

"No, the journey was smooth, heading straight northwest without any unexpected events." Mo Xun knew what Chu Xunfeng was concerned about as soon as he heard the question, and answered quite seriously, "That mole is probably wavering now."

"Being in Baidi City, even if you don't hold a high position or great power, you still have a certain influence. Now, everyone with eyes can see Baidi's attitude. At this time, to still stand firmly on Xu's side without hesitation is a bit reckless. If you hesitate... it seems like you are waiting for a better price."

Chu Xunfeng pondered for a few seconds, then looked up at his senior brother and sister. "To be honest, I already have a plan. I'm going to use the Dragon Clan's influence to knock on the door of the Foreigners' Council."

"But the Dragon Clan can only help me with the Foreigners' Council. I have another matter to attend to. Do you know Prince Zou?" The arrival of these two was unexpected for Chu Xunfeng, but after sensing Bai Di City's attitude, Chu Xunfeng was given a good task to handle.

"What does Junior Brother mean?" Mo Xun's eyes were bright, waiting to confirm whether Chu Xunfeng's thoughts were the same as his own.

“I know that my father had a past relationship with Prince Zou. Now Prince Zou has brought the bronze beast to the Black Forest to capture me... I don’t know Prince Zou’s attitude. My original plan was a gamble. If my senior brothers and sisters could help mediate, perhaps there would be a safer way.”

"Moreover, if we represent Baidi City and make direct contact with Prince Zou, and if handled properly, we might be able to ease the situation between Baidi City and Xu State, and buy Baidi City some more time," Mo Xun nodded with a smile.

Chu Xunfeng nodded slightly, "What do you think, Senior Brother?"

"Okay, leave this to me."

"You?" Chu Xunfeng blinked and looked at his senior sister Xue Changyun.

“Tricks and turns don’t suit me. I’ll stay hidden and keep you safe.” Xue Changyun glanced at Chu Xunfeng.

Chu Xunfeng readily agreed, "Then I'll trouble you, Senior Sister."

Chapter Thirty: Uncle and Nephew

The Black Forest is located in what can be considered the northernmost part of Kyushu.

After departing from the capital of Xu Kingdom and taking a full five days, a truly luxurious caravan finally entered the Black Forest.

In the luxurious carriage traveling in the middle of the caravan, the driver lowered his voice and spoke to the carriage behind him after entering the Blackwood, "Your Highness, we have arrived in the Blackwood."

"Hmm, this chilly feeling is really terribly cold," a middle-aged man's drowsy voice sounded from inside the carriage.

Upon hearing the prince speak, the man in black robes driving the carriage shouted to the carriage in front of him, "Someone, bring His Highness a brazier."

From inside the carriage ahead, a graceful woman in black, carrying a blazing brazier, landed lightly beside the driver. After nodding to him, she lifted the curtain and slipped into the carriage with the brazier.

"Not bad, not bad, it's warmer now, Xie San, how much longer until we arrive?" The middle-aged man's voice from inside the carriage seemed to have perked up considerably.

"We should arrive at the Ghost Market in about half an hour. Would you like me to send someone to arrange for you to visit one of your usual shops?"

"Of course I want to. I've been longing for all the good wine and food in the Ghost Market." The man's reply was without any hesitation, and his voice even carried a hint of amusement.

The bronze beasts following the chariot all heard what Prince Zou and Lord Xie said, and everyone seemed to take it for granted.

It seemed that their purpose for this trip was not Chu Xunfeng at all, but rather to protect this prince as he feasted and enjoyed himself in the Ghost Clan.

"Then I will send someone to make the arrangements."

"Well, I have a heart."

The carriages discreetly passed through the Ghost Forest and drove straight into the Ghost Market. The most ornate carriage, which was surrounded in the center, broke away from the convoy and drove directly into the main street of the Ghost Market.

The guards at the Ghost Market gate didn't even give the carriage, which occupied two-thirds of the Ghost Market's road, a second glance as it drove into the Ghost Market. The Ghost Clan was a pragmatic place where strength and power were the only valid passports; carriages were simply not allowed in the Ghost Market.

After all, any ghost in the Ghost Clan can cultivate, while other races that are not cultivators will die if they enter the Ghost Forest or even before they reach the Black Forest due to the invasion of Yin Sha. In places where cultivators roam, legs are more useful than any means of transportation.

The guards were already used to the only carriage that would travel in the ghost market; this carriage was specially prepared for Prince Zou, who was an ordinary person.

The frame was personally built with the help of the Foreigners' Council, and it was filled with the sinister aura of several foreigners from the Council. Any ghost that could sense the sinister aura would avoid this vehicle frame.

Other races also recognized the longevity tortoise pattern carved on the magnificent carriage frame, the carriage of the Xu Kingdom's royal family. Anyone who dared to provoke this carriage, regardless of the Xu Kingdom's royal family, would have the Foreigners' Council actively go and take the murderer's head to offer to Prince Zou.

Murderer... a very straightforward term.

In the Ghost Clan's territory, daring to ram this chariot would truly earn you the title of assassin.

After all, the Ghost Clan is a realistic place, a stark reality.