Chapter 108: Initiating Divorce

  The news of Qifeng Tower's closure for rectification immediately spread like a bursting pot, covering every corner of Yanjing.

  No matter whether it's before tea or after dinner, everyone is discussing the inside story of Qifeng Building's closure.

  Although there were few eyewitnesses who saw the cause of the incident, after all, there was still a batch.

  All sorts of guesses, but most are gloating. Who let Qifeng Building be so high-profile and have such a deep threshold?

  Those low-ranking nobles who didn't usually have the qualifications to enter and consume at Qifeng Building were secretly delighted, wishing that Qifeng Building would collapse.

  Nanyun State City, in the grand mansion of the Western Gate Duke's residence.

  Ximen Yu spread out his palm, and a carrier pigeon landed in his hand. He took out a thin bamboo tube and pulled out a note.

  Behind him in the dark, were the two great guardians of "Cold Blooded Thirteen Hawks".

  "Master Valve, has there been news from Yanjing?"

  Ximen Yu unfolded the paper in his hand, his tiger-like eyes scanned the note, and suddenly his eyes widened, then flashed by, revealing a hint of surprise.

  "Two Protectors."

  Ximen Yu fell silent for a moment before slowly opening his mouth.

  The two tall and majestic guardians emerged from the darkness: "Master, what are your orders?"

  "Tomorrow morning, take Yan'er and the maid to Luojing County. Don't stop for a moment, the faster the better." Ximen Yu's tone was extremely serious.

  He immediately added a sentence: "Specifically how to do it, don't need me to explain, right?"

  The two guardians cautiously said: "Master's intention is to cancel the engagement with the Dahe family this time. As for how to grasp the tone, please instruct us, Master."

  "Alright, let's call off the engagement." Ximen Yu said this with an air of complete willingness, without any hesitation. "As for the tone, it doesn't have to be too high or too low. Just moderate will do. We can't afford to lose face in front of the Da family, but we must maintain our dignity as a prominent family. In short, we're the ones initiating the breakup, and the Da family should take responsibility for apologizing and making amends. Can you two handle this?"

  "The master has given his promise, and I will certainly not betray the trust he has placed in me. It's just that with Second Miss, I'm worried she'll throw a tantrum like a spoiled child."

  "I will warn her. After departure, all the right to discipline belongs to the two guardians, who can beat and scold, and if necessary, can exercise family law on my behalf, absolutely no indulgence." Ximen Yu instructed seriously.

  "Yes, sir." The two guardians replied respectfully.

  "Hmm, you go down first and get some rest. We'll set off tomorrow." Ximen Yu dismissed the two guardians.

  The great protector who had been hiding in the dark suddenly let out a sigh and said in a low voice, "Head of the sect, has the result of the trial come out?"

  Ximen Yu let out a long sigh, his tone somewhat desolate. There was a hint of reluctance, but more than that, there was admiration and envy.

  "Not bad, our Ba Yue state is about to have a king with a different surname soon."

  "Personal champion, Mo Fei..."

  "Just as you and I expected, the flower has fallen into the Eastern Forest of the Qin family." Ximen Yu's voice was cold and stern.

  The Great Protector muttered to himself: "From now on, the Qin family of Donglin will soar to the sky."

  Lujiang County has been quite calm for a while, as the three most outstanding martial arts students have gone to participate in the trial, which has reduced a lot of atmosphere. However, it has also added a lot of topics to talk about.

  It's been a month since the trial period, and I believe it won't be long before the results are sent to Lujiang County. At that time, the results of the martial arts test in Lujiang County will be clear soon.

  In the afternoon, Da Xi Heng was accompanying his family's elderly in the courtyard to play chess when a close confidant suddenly rushed in and whispered a few words in his ear.

  Da Xu Heng's usual calm and composed expression changed slightly as he furrowed his brow upon hearing the visitor's words.

  "Is it Ximen Dafu who has arrived? The two guardians are personally presiding over this, and there's also Miss Ximen Yan?"

  Da Xu Heng was slightly suspicious for a moment. What did it mean that the Western Gate's powerful figure had come at this time? Whether it was good fortune or bad, he had no way of knowing.

  "The master of the house, whether it's good fortune or bad luck, can't be avoided. What needs to be faced will still have to be faced." The old man pushed the chessboard away, completely messing up the game.

  Da Xu Heng nodded: "I'll go take a look."

  "Go ahead, I'll gather all the strong members of our family and await your return!" The elder didn't dare to be slow in front of the powerful expert from the Western Gate.

  In the hall of the Da Xishan family, Da Xi Ming was courteous and polite, greeting several guests from the Western Gate. He appeared calm on the surface, but in his heart, he was also unclear about what this visit meant for the Western Gate.

  Especially Xi Menyan, her eyes were unscrupulously looking at him left and right, with a hint of resentment and killing intent between her eyebrows.

  It was those two bodyguards who didn't show any murderous aura on their faces, but instead had a very standard PR face, making it impossible for people to guess what they were thinking in their hearts.

  After serving tea and refreshments, Da Xi Ming was about to speak when he suddenly heard footsteps outside the door, steady and powerful, with a rhythmic pace that seemed to be his father, Da Xi Heng.

  As expected, Da Xiheng stepped inside, scanned the room with a smile on his face: "Indeed, it's the Second Protector of the Western Gate, I'm afraid I didn't greet you properly from afar."

  The two guardians smiled faintly and nodded slightly, without getting up.

  "Second Guardian, Miss Xi Men, you have come from afar this time. I wonder what brings you here?" Da Xuheng did not dare to be slow and asked carefully.

  "Hey......" The two guardians of the law slightly frowned, and spoke in a bland tone, "In recent months, there have been continuous rumors reaching Nan Yun State City, many of which are unjust and untrue, making our clan's master deeply displeased."

  "Oh? What is the Second Guardian referring to?" Da Xiheng knew what he was pointing at, but asked with a retreat.

  "The head of the Daxi family, I'm a straightforward person and don't speak in riddles. This time, my family's patriarch has sent me to dissolve the engagement between our two families. Due to your young master's scandal in Lujiang County, it has greatly affected the reputation of our Ximen clan. The responsibility for this matter lies with your Daxi family. As for how to make amends, my family's patriarch asks the head of the Daxi family to think deeply about it."

  Call off the engagement?

  Daxu Heng and Daxu Ming were both stunned. They thought their ears had gone wrong.

  They originally thought that the other party's visit this time was to urge them to get married as soon as possible, but they never expected that the other party would make a completely opposite request.

  This is absolutely a welcome surprise for Da Xi Ming. He almost blurted out the word "good". However, he knew that with Father around, everything was decided by him.

  Daxi Heng had no objection to the divorce, but he thought more about it - the master of the Ximen family proposed a divorce without reason, and it was impossible to have no conditions.

  This is completely unlike Sima Yi's style.

  Daxi Heng hesitated and said: "The two Dharmapalas, what does the noble master mean?"

  "The master's intention is clear, the divorce is a must. And to save the reputation of the Ximen family, you, the Daxi family, must make the necessary gestures."

  Da Xu Heng suddenly realized that this was blackmail, demanding compensation! But Da Xu Heng didn't care about these things. As long as the marriage could be annulled, the Da Xu family would acknowledge any compensation. They just hoped to put an end to this matter once and for all.

  The two guardians suddenly stood up, and said in unison: "Master Daqi, the words of our master have been conveyed. The Daqi family wants to settle this matter, it depends on your sincerity now. Our master is waiting for news from Master Daqi in Nan Yun state city, with a deadline of seven days, no further delay!"

  After finishing speaking, the two guardians surprisingly didn't stay for even a moment and left directly.

  And Xi Menyan didn't say a word from start to finish, but instead had a sullen face and looked at Da Xiyong with an expression of discontent.

  The strong men of the Daxi Shi family arrived, only to find that the people from Ximen's house had already left.

  Da Xu remained silent and still, apparently deep in thought.

  Ximen's sudden arrival was like a gust of wind, and his unexpected move made it difficult for him to see through the underlying implications at once.

  Ximen Dajia initiates a divorce? This matter is completely inconsistent with Ximen Dajia's usual style of doing things. Listening to it, Ximen Dajia's tone is still very high-handed.

  It seems that there is already a lot of room for maneuvering in this high-profile case. Apparently, it's almost as if the Ximen clan is giving the Daqishijia family an excuse to step down gracefully.

  Now it's up to Da Xunheng to get down from this pedestal. Apologizing and offering compensation, these are all minor matters, with the wealth of the Da Xun family, they can still afford it.

  As for apologizing, a noble family like ours apologizing to the Dai family is not something shameful. It's actually an honorable thing to do.

  After all, when a noble family and a powerful clan conflict, the final outcome will be very miserable. Being able to apologize and end it is already a victory for the noble family itself.

  "Father, is there a factor of the Qin family in this matter?" Da Xiyong asked cautiously. He remembered that Qinyin had mentioned that Qin Wushuang was going to try out this time and seemed to be heading to Nanyun State to meet with Xi Men's family.

  "Qin's family? Ming Er, although Qin's family won against the Xu's and obtained a seat among the wealthy families for now, do you think that Qin's current strength can threaten the Ximen aristocratic clan?" Da Xue Heng asked back.

  "Father, I think I can." Da Xu Ming was different from his father, he had a deeper level of admiration for Qin Wu Xiong.

  "Ming Er, Qin family's son, I admit that he is quite talented, but you should know that Xi Men Da, the master of the Western Gate, has reached the true martial peak of 9th rank! Within Nan Yun state, it's impossible for any power to make him change his mind... There must be some hidden reason behind this matter. Anyway, I've decided to personally go to the state city and take a look at Xi Men Da..."

  Before he could finish his sentence, a trusted aide suddenly ran in: "Master, there's a carrier pigeon with a message."

  Da Yu Heng took over the bamboo tube, pulled out the note inside, and after a glance, he was also stunned. But then, his face showed a hint of crazy joy.

  "Father, where did this letter come from?" Da Xi Ming saw his father's expression and knew that this letter must have good news.

  "Yang Er, he's made it to the top! And what's more, he got seventh place overall in the Akagi League! The Akagi League is also ranked first among the four major leagues!" Da Xuheng said with a rather proud tone.

  Suddenly, his expression changed, with a somewhat strange meaning, and he smiled self-deprecatingly: "Ming Er, Father takes back his previous view of the Qin family. I have to admit that in this matter, Father's vision is still not far-sighted."

  "Father, is it you?"

  "Qin family son, in the trial, seized 600 points, far surpassing second place by several streets. First individually, first team, highest contribution value..."

  Da Xu Heng sighed with envy, saying: "The Donglin Qin family, enfeoffed as kings and marquises, from now on they will rise to prominence. Ming Er, you have vision, you have vision!"

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