This Sword Cultivator is Somewhat Dependable-Chapter 758 - 47: Each Hides Their Scheme

Yu Luo’s face flashed with a trace of fear.

If the mastermind behind this was the Ao Ren Demon Venerable, how could their minor Feather Demon City resist?

Although Lu Qingshan did not know Yu Luo’s current line of thought, he noticed the change in Yu Luo’s expression.

What’s with this reaction?

Did I just say something I shouldn’t have?

His gaze began to focus intently on Yu Luo, deciding that if this man showed even a hint of abnormality, he would be ready to use the Sword Token given by Xia Daoyun to strike like thunder, eliminating potential trouble.

From Yu Luo’s behavior, Lu Qingshan had already figured that Qing Ge’s status was much higher than he had initially thought.

If he were to suddenly turn violent and kill in the street, although there would be significant trouble, it should not be difficult for him to escape unscathed.

Yu Luo was uneasy, but his years of experience on the foreign battlefields had honed his scheming and cunning far beyond that of the average member of the Demon Race.

Therefore, he was still able to maintain a calm demeanor, whispering for a negotiation, "Lord Qing Ge, my father has not yet returned, and I dare not overstep my bounds or make decisions on my own.

Since Lord has graced our Feather Demon City with your presence, this news will quickly spread... Regardless, Lord’s intentions have been achieved."

Yu Luo gritted his teeth, "I only ask Lord to give us some more time so my father can return and decide what to do then."

A thought struck Lu Qingshan.

Why did he suddenly shift his tone to begging me for more time?

When did I not give you time?

Did I press you on anything?

I didn’t say anything, did I?

He carefully recalled what he had just said, and seemed to understand something.

According to Yu Luo’s tone, it appeared that he did not wish for Qing Ge’s men to directly march on them...

Lu Qingshan had acted this way because he thought that the scenario of "minions greeting the Dragon King, welcoming him home" suited Qing Ge’s arrogant nature best.

But given the current situation, it seemed as though this action might have violated some taboo or could lead to serious consequences.

After making a rough guess in his mind, Lu Qingshan nonchalantly huffed, "Smart man, fine, I’ll do as you say and give you some more time."

"Thank you, Lord, thank you, Lord," Yu Luo said, greatly relieved and repeatedly expressing his gratitude.

He had not expected the usually arrogant Lord Qing Ge to be so surprisingly reasonable.

"Alright, I’m a bit tired now, let’s end it here for today," Lu Qingshan waved his hand dismissively.

"Someone, escort Lord Qing Ge to the Feather Transformation Courtyard to rest," Yu Luo hurriedly called the servants, bowing and scraping.

Lu Qingshan nodded with satisfaction and slowly left the hall led by the servants.

Once Qing Ge had left, Yu Luo’s face, previously full of smiles, suddenly became serious as he fell into deep thought.

"Summon the Deputy City Lord and tell him I have an important matter that requires his counsel," Yu Luo instructed his subordinates after a moment.

This matter was too significant, and with his father absent, he needed to consult with others before making a decision.

The Deputy City Lord was his father’s brother, his uncle, and the only person he truly trusted at the moment.

......

Lu Qingshan wandered through the rear garden of the City Lord’s Mansion for a while before being led to a residential compound.

"Lord, the Feather Transformation Courtyard is up ahead."

"I can enter on my own," Lu Qingshan huffed coldly.

The demon servant, with two horns on his head, dared not disobey and said respectfully, "I will be waiting outside at all times, Lord. Should you need anything, just call for me."

Lu Qingshan snorted softly through his nose and then took a step forward.

After entering the building.

"The first challenge is passed," Gu Yiyi let out a nervous sigh of relief, "You scared me to death, Lu Qingshan."

"What are you scared for if you’re just watching the play?" Lu Qingshan said.

"It’s just nerve-wracking to watch, that’s all..." Gu Yiyi pouted in irritation.

Indeed, since Oblivion was within her, Gu Yiyi was effectively experiencing it from the first-person perspective, with an intense sense of immersion, so it was normal for her to be nervous.

"There are countless challenges ahead, don’t celebrate too early," Lu Qingshan added.

He looked around, first checking the room’s layout meticulously, released his Divine Sense for a thorough scan, and only after confirming nothing was amiss did he take out a stack of Jade Slips from the Storage Ring to read intently.

"What are you doing now?" Gu Yiyi was never short of questions.

"Knowledge is strength," Lu Qingshan stated earnestly.

These Jade Slips contained information on the Demon Race collected by Yumen Pass.

They were given to him by Xia Daoyun.

However, due to the pressing time, he had only been able to glance through the information quickly before.

Now, his task was to memorize every piece of information without missing a single word and to imprint it in his mind.

......

In the City Lord’s Mansion’s great hall.

"Luo’er, what important matter made you seek me out?" the Deputy City Lord of Feather Demon City, Yu Kui, entered.

"Uncle, big trouble is brewing!" Yu Luo, who was full of concern, quickly told his uncle upon seeing him.

"What situation?" Yu Kui frowned.

Yu Luo promptly informed Yu Kui of Qing Ge’s visit in detail, "Uncle, what do you think we should do about this now?"

"Ao Ren Demon Venerable..." After listening to the specifics from Yu Luo, Yu Kui’s expression turned grave, and he fell into contemplation.

"We can’t wait for the City Lord to return before deciding. We must prepare now," Yu Kui finally said after a moment: "The day the City Lord returns to the city is the day this matter will be settled."