NOVEL WEB Chapter 788: You Are Half of My Life
Liu Xiangbang prostrated himself once again, realizing that Tang Rao had been plotting from that moment.
He must have pretended not to notice Ah Huan on purpose, and even the words that Ah Huan heard were deliberately spoken by Xiao Yun at Tang Rao's instruction.
The goal was to make Wanyuan underestimate him, leading Wanyuan to believe that Tang Rao only achieved his victories through the use of Arrays.
"Now Wanyuan probably wants me dead for sure. As for Ah Huan, he must be Wanyuan's most loyal supporter. Nevertheless, I am still willing to give them a chance. Lao Liu, continue with your task, just say that I will return to the courtyard soon. As for Ah Huan, if he wishes, I can spare him at that time. But if he persists on his own path, I will have no choice but to kill him. After all, I cannot afford to be lenient in some matters," Tang Rao told Liu Xiangbang.
"Sect Master, you are already greatly merciful and righteous, I will go now. By the way, actually Brother Quan's thoughts are not much different from mine," Liu Xiangbang said.
"I know, don't worry," Tang Rao nodded, appearing very righteous and imposing.
After Liu Xiangbang left, Fan Xiaohua finally could not hold back any longer and ran to Tang Rao's side, looking very respectful.
"What's up?" Tang Rao glanced at Fan Xiaohua and asked.
"Sect Master, I was wrong, completely wrong. I used to only admire you, but I now realize that mere admiration is far from enough. From tonight onwards, you are the guide of my life, the cornerstone of my soul, you are half of my being," Fan Xiaohua said.
Tang Rao: "..."
"Although it sounds nauseating, it's quite pleasant to hear. Alright, enough flattery, let's go. I need to head over there now and reap the rewards. After this, Wanyuan should not be able to hold back any longer," Tang Rao said.
"Sect Master, I will clear the way for you!" Fan Xiaohua shouted as he rushed out ahead.
"This guy, seems even more loyal to you than before," Xiao Yun said.
Tang Rao looked towards Xiao Yun, and then hummed: "Xiao Yun, in the future, you should learn more about how treacherous the human heart can be. Whether Fan Xiaohua has become more loyal or not I do not know, what I do know is that he expects me to foot his drinking bill again."
Xiao Yun: "..."
So Fan Xiaohua rushed out claiming to clear the way just to avoid paying for his drinks. This guy really is cunning, just as shameless as before.
Liu Xiangbang was thrilled beyond words, he hadn't expected that his lord would turn out to be Tang Rao.
He had thought that his passion would follow him to the grave, but now, there was finally a purpose.
Once a person finds their purpose, they feel refreshed and invigorated.
Thinking back to Wanyuan, Liu Xiangbang felt that Wanyuan was simply scum exploding, having absolutely no comparability with Tang Rao.
Liu Xiangbang decided, he must convince Brother Quan to also side with Tang Rao. Only a person like Tang Rao was worthy of their sacrifice and shedding blood for.
"I am back," Liu Xiangbang announced upon arriving at the courtyard.
Everyone's gaze focused on Liu Xiangbang.
"I've got the news, Tang Rao has gone out and will be back soon, get ready for battle!" Liu Xiangbang said quickly.
"Ah Bang, is your information accurate?" Ah Quan asked.
"It's accurate, he should be here soon. The news isn't well-hidden; Tang Rao went to Bounty Hall for business and will be returning shortly," Liu Xiangbang said.
"Good, set the Array, and wait for him!" Ah Quan immediately waved his hand and ordered.
The crowd quickly dispersed, seeking their hiding spots.
As for Ah Huan, he didn't say anything either, quickly concealing himself as he awaited in the darkness.
In Ah Huan's view, Tang Rao failed to detect him last time, and this time, Tang Rao and the Cultivators with him still wouldn't notice his presence. Even if Ah Quan and his men failed in their ambush, he could still deal Tang Rao a fatal blow.
Of course, what Ah Huan didn't know was that Liu Xiangbang had already defected to Tang Rao's side, nor did he expect that not only Liu Xiangbang, but several others including Ah Quan had also considered abandoning the Qinghe Sect.
"Brother Quan, I have left the Qinghe Sect," Liu Xiangbang transmitted to Ah Quan.
Ah Quan was stunned. What did Liu Xiangbang mean by that?
"I have pledged my allegiance to Mr. Tang," Liu Xiangbang went on, "I believe that he is the one I should follow. Compared to Wan Yuan, he is sky-high. Only someone like Tang Rao is worthy of Brother Quan's devotion. Tang Rao has already agreed, as long as Brother Quan is willing, he will treat you sincerely. Of course, if you don't agree, he won't make things difficult for you."
"Ah Bang, what are you doing?" Ah Quan frowned—Liu Xiangbang was going too far; this was a true betrayal of the Qinghe Sect.
"Brother Quan, actually… Tang Rao knew all along that we were coming. He's been strategizing from the start. Even Xiao Hua, whom I spoke of before, is Tang Rao's man. Even the first time we followed Hao Tian here, Tang Rao had already noticed Ah Huan. He didn't act against Ah Huan; it was just part of his arrangement. Every step we take is within his expectations. There was never any suspense in this mission because it was all orchestrated by Tang Rao himself. Ah Huan doesn't stand a chance because in Tang Rao's eyes, he's always been transparent," Liu Xiangbang told Ah Quan through a transmission.
Ah Quan's mouth hung open—how could this be...
"You might not believe me now, and that's okay. Tang Rao is about to arrive, you can observe the situation and then decide," Liu Xiangbang finished this sentence and said no more.
At this time, Tang Rao had also arrived outside of the courtyard.
Tang Rao didn't bring anyone else, only Xiao Yun by his side, while Fan Xiaohua was sent away halfway there. That kid's abilities were mediocre at best; if he were to be controlled, it would be a liability.
"Xiao Hua, what do you want for dinner?" Tang Rao walked toward the courtyard with Xiao Hua, glancing at her.
"Anything is fine, is there roasted duck? I really like that."
"Yes, I'll treat you to two," said Tang Rao.
"Wow, not bad," Xiao Yun licked her lips, a grin spreading across her face.
The two quickly arrived at the center of the courtyard.
"Shall we start now?" Xiao Yun asked.
"No rush, let me have a heart-to-heart with them first," Tang Rao smirked, then burst into laughter, "I gave you a pass last time, and yet you've come again? Is Wan Yuan that impatient to send you to your deaths?"
"Serves them right, a bunch of trash, so easily discovered," Ah Huan sneered in his heart, utterly disappointed in Ah Quan and the others.
After all, Ah Quan and the few others were greatly nurtured by the Sect Master, yet they were so incompetent.
"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh…" Ah Quan and the others immediately leapt out, six people taking six positions surrounding Tang Rao.
Ah Huan shook his head again—stupid Ah Quan, jumping out just like that.
"Six of you, huh? Wasn't there seven? Ah right, the seventh one is called Ah Huan, isn't it? Still hiding?" Tang Rao said with a chuckle.
Ah Huan was completely dumbfounded—how was this possible...
"Xiao Yun," Tang Rao looked at Xiao Yun.
Xiao Yun vanished on the spot, reappearing moments later with Ah Huan in her grasp. With a single powerful blow, she slammed Ah Huan to the ground, half-burying his body into the earth.