Live-in Son-in-law-Chapter 1236: Regret Meeting Too Late

Qin Yi and Bai Yichen were taken aback for a moment, then looked at each other and smiled.

Qin Yi curiously asked, "The Eldest Princess also graduated from Ling Yue Academy?"

Bai Yichen nodded slightly and sighed, "The Eldest Princess was the most outstanding disciple of her class. If not for her cultivation technique, she likely would have reached her current cultivation level much earlier."

Qin Yi’s eyes flashed slightly, "So, all the princes and princesses come from Ling Yue Academy?"

Bai Yichen nodded, "That’s right! Not only the princes and princesses, but also the children of dignitaries, veteran generals, and court ministers, all are at Ling Yue Academy."

Yun Qing Lian noticed a peculiar gleam in Qin Yi’s eyes and, with an understanding expression, cautioned, "Ling Yue Academy has always stayed out of faction struggles."

Qin Yi was slightly stunned. Previously, he had thought if he controlled Ling Yue Academy, wouldn’t he essentially have control over Yunyue Empire’s politics, military, and finance? So, he agreed when Bai Yichen invited him to Ling Yue Academy.

Hearing Yun Qing Lian’s words, he understood instantly that this idea would be difficult to realize; Yun Qing Lian probably tried it herself.

Bai Yichen, unaware of Qin Yi’s thoughts, added, "Ling Yue Academy takes nurturing talents as its mission, without any personal bias. Only then can the talents fully serve the nation."

Qin Yi gave a slight nod, losing interest in Ling Yue Academy.

Not long after, Qin Yi tossed a bone aside, patting his stomach, "Finally satisfied."

Bai Yichen asked, "Mr. Qin, Eldest Princess, are you two heading back to the Imperial City now?"

Yun Qing Lian subconsciously looked at Qin Yi, who replied indifferently, "I have to go to Fanhua City first to kill someone."

Bai Yichen was startled, "May I ask, Mr. Qin, who do you intend to kill?"

"Saying it wouldn’t help you, after all, you’re from Ling Yue Academy and can’t get involved in faction struggles. I’m planning to kill the City Lord Lu Zhao of Fanhua City. The Eldest Princess was previously ambushed and stabbed through the chest; if not for my timely treatment, she’d likely be dead now."

Yun Qing Lian’s mouth twitched, Qin Yi was causing trouble again. He said it wouldn’t help telling Bai Yichen, yet continued on his own accord.

She glanced at Bai Yichen, shook her head helplessly. Though Bai Yichen appeared calm, there was a chilling murderous intent in his eyes.

Everyone has a scale they can’t tolerate being touched on, Yun Qing Lian might very well be Bai Yichen’s.

However, Yun Qing Lian didn’t want Bai Yichen involved. Firstly, due to his status, any action would suggest involvement in faction struggle, easily inciting the Emperor’s wrath. Secondly, she didn’t want to owe Bai Yichen any favors.

"Elder Bai, thank you for this! Qin Yi and I will handle this matter, you should return to the academy first."

Bai Yichen’s gaze briefly flickered, looking at Qin Yi, he smiled and said, "Meeting Mr. Qin late is regrettable; encountering an expert, how could I miss the chance? So, I’ve decided to accompany you to Fanhua City and learn from Mr. Qin along the way."

Qin Yi observed all of Bai Yichen’s reactions, raised the corner of his mouth slightly, and politely said, "I wouldn’t dare accept that, we can exchange as we go, learning from each other."

The martial world is like this, not merely about fighting, but about relationships. Many fight just for dignity, Bai Yichen has treated him courteously, so he reciprocated in kind, promoting harmony for mutual benefit.

Bai Yichen nodded with a smile, appreciating that despite Qin Yi’s superior cultivation, he was modest and respectful, allowing Bai Yichen to retain face in front of Yun Qing Lian.

"Shall we go?" Qin Yi said.

Bai Yichen nodded slightly, "Mr. Qin, after you."

Qin Yi replied with a chuckle, "Don’t call me Mr. Qin anymore, just call me Qin Yi."

"Then you shouldn’t call me Elder Bai, just call me Old Bai."

Qin Yi laughed, "Old Bai? That’s friendly, we’ll use that then."

"Qin Yi."

"Old Bai."

"After you."

"After you."

The two exchanged a smile and headed towards the direction of Fanhua City.

Yun Qing Lian was utterly confused, feeling like an outsider now, muttering, "Insane."

Bai Yichen’s subordinates were equally bewildered, exchanging looks, all shaking their heads with a bitter smile, stepping forward to follow.

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With their speed, they could reach Fanhua City in an hour if they rushed.

But along the way, Qin Yi and Bai Yichen chatted happily, delaying somewhat.

This Bai Yichen indeed made Qin Yi see him in a new light, becoming an Elder at such a young age at Ling Yue Academy wasn’t without reason. Besides having profound cultivation, he’s knowledgeable in both astronomy and geography and has unique insights on everything, unaffected by the mainstream.

Bai Yichen also admired Qin Yi greatly, finding Qin Yi’s knowledge and wisdom astonishing.

What he said before about regretting meeting late felt insincere then, but now didn’t seem so at all.

Their conversation was enjoyable, Qin Yi deliberately slowed down, learning many things about the Four Seas and Eight Desolates from Bai Yichen.

Three hours later, the group appeared at the entrance of the War General Mansion in Fanhua City.

Before the guards at the door could inquire, Bai Yichen had already announced his identity.

The guards were stunned, the Eldest Princess and a Ling Yue Academy Elder... goodness, what day was it, having two esteemed figures visit at once?

How could they dare ask further, quickly running inside to report.

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The War General Mansion, spanning dozens of acres, with red walls, jade tiles, and an intricately arranged pavilion courtyard.

In the main hall, Lu Zhao, muscular and dressed in golden robes, frowned deeply.

The Eldest Prince had disappeared, neither alive nor dead found.

The Eldest Prince had vanished after arriving in Fanhua City, should this leak, he would be hard-pressed to absolve himself of blame.

Lu Zhao, unaware the Eldest Prince was already dead, secretly dispatched countless scouts to search. It had been two days with no information. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝐰𝚎𝕓𝐧𝚘𝘃𝗲𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝕞

He silently prayed that nothing would happen to the Eldest Prince, or he’d be doomed.

At that moment, a soldier rushed in, flustered.

Already irritated, Lu Zhao snapped, "Why are you so flustered, where’s your decorum?"

The soldier knelt, urgently reporting, "War General, the Eldest Princess, Elder Bai Yichen of Ling Yue Academy arrived, along with Qin Yi who consecutively defeated Tianyue Empire’s Three Kings. They’re outside the door now."

Lu Zhao’s face changed, he was stunned.

Bai Yichen he wasn’t concerned about, knowing Ling Yue Academy’s policy against faction involvement.

But he knew the Eldest Prince came to kill Qin Yi and the Eldest Princess, yet here they were at his doorstep. Could it be... Lu Zhao’s face turned slightly pale, a dread filled his heart.

Not daring to overthink, by all means, he had to welcome them. Princess visits required greeting her outside by protocol; failing to do so would be disrespectful to the royal family, a crime he couldn’t afford.

Lu Zhao hurriedly made his way to the mansion’s gate. Seeing Qin Yi and others, he braced himself, stepped forward, knelt, saluting, "I wasn’t aware of the Eldest Princess’s visit, failed to welcome you sooner, I implore the Eldest Princess’s forgiveness."

Yun Qing Lian’s expression was calm, revealing no emotion, she said indifferently, "I came on a private inspection this time, didn’t notify General Lu in advance. The unaware are innocent, please rise."