h4Chapter 702: Chapter 707: Seeing Du Kang Again (1)/h4

    After meeting with Qiu Yong and the others, Ling Chen made small talk and did not mention the purpose of his trip to Jinhai City at all. It wasn’t that he didn’t trust Qiu Yong, but Song Ge and Zhou Jun were also present, and it was better not to let them hear.

    Although Ling Chen still didn’t know exactly what rtionship Su He had with the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, being as clever as he was, even if Su He didn’t say anything, Ling Chen could guess a thing or two. Su He’s position in the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion wasn’t just high, it was extremely high.

    At this moment, someone walked towards the door and stepped into the room.

    Seeing the neer, Ling Chen hurriedly sped his fists and slightly bowed, saying, "Elder Zhou."

    Zhou Qi nodded and took the initiative to greet Qiu Yong and the others. Even though Zhou Qi held a high position in the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, the other party was after all among the Eight entrics, and even if the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master Su Mei were here, she wouldn’t dare be negligent.

    "Ladies and gentlemen, the Pavilion Master invites you!"

    Hearing this, Yang Chen smiled and said, "Brother Six, your charm is really great. We didn’t even see the Pavilion Master when we came yesterday, but the moment you arrive, you immediately receive a summons. It seems that our faces are not as big as yours."

    "That’s right, of all of us here, only Brother Six is the youngest and most capable, and handsome and dashing, naturally earning others’ favor," Xia Yue added.

    Ling Chen touched his nose helplessly and said with a bitter smile, "Enough! You two stop teasing me."

    "Everyone, recently the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion has an important matter to deal with, so the Pavilion Master has been very busy and couldn’t receive everyone immediately. Please forgive us and don’t take it to heart," Zhou Qi exined.

    "It’s okay," Qiu Yong said indifferently, "We were just joking, nothing serious. Elder Zhou doesn’t need to apologize. Since the Pavilion Master has summoned us, let’s hurry on, so we don’t keep her waiting."

    Walking to the top floor of the Pavilion Master’s tower where the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master resides, Qiu Yong, as the leader of the Eight entrics, was the first to step in.

    Upon entering the room, a graceful figure could vaguely be seen behind the curtain.

    With both hands sped in salute, Qiu Yong greeted, "Qiu Yong and the Eight entrics pay their respects to the Pavilion Master."

    "Please, Elder Qiu, have a seat!"

    "Thank you!"

    After everyone sat down, Su Mei, sitting behind the curtain, asked, "Elder Qiu, may I know what brings the Eight entrics to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion this time?"

    "Well..." Qiu Yong nced at Ling Chen with the corner of his eye and said with a smile, "It’s nothing much, just wanted to ask the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion for a favor. My younger brother was seriously injured recently, was at death’s doorstep, and although he has improved somewhat, his health isn’t fully recovered. I worry about residual health issues, thus I came to ask the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion for a Heavenly Mechanism Pill. I wonder if the Pavilion Master could make an exception and help?"

    "Elder Qiu, it’s not that I don’t want to help you, but Ling Chen received many rewards during the Heavenly Mechanism Great Ceremony, including several Heavenly Mechanism Pills. Surely they haven’t all been used up?"

    "If we still had some, we wouldn’t have had to ask the Pavilion Master for help."

    "If it were anyone else, the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion wouldn’t easily give out the Heavenly Mechanism Pill, but since Elder Qiu has spoken, the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion must show some respect. Zhou Qi, go fetch a Heavenly Mechanism Pill."

    "Yes," Zhou Qi responded and then turned and walked out of the room.

    "Elder Qiu, the Eight entrics rarely visit the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, so since you’re here, why not stay a few more days and let us extend our hospitality," Su Mei warmly invited.

    With a mild smile, Qiu Yong replied, "Since the Pavilion Master has invited, how could I refuse? It would be my pleasure to stay."

    In a short while, Zhou Qi brought a high-quality Heavenly Mechanism Pill and handed it to Qiu Yong. Once the item was received, Qiu Yong led everyone to thank Su Mei and then turned to leave the room.

    Before Ling Chen could leave the room, suddenly, Su Mei’s voice came from behind the curtain, "Mr. Ling, please wait a moment."

    Qiu Yong turned back and looked at Ling Chen with a meaningful expression, saying, "Then we’ll head back to our room first. You can have a good talk with the Pavilion Master."

    Ling Chen nodded and watched as Qiu Yong and the others left before he returned to the room and asked the figure behind the curtain, "Miss Su, did you need something?"

    "Elder Zhou, you may leave as well, let us talk alone."

    "Yes!" Zhou Qi nodded slightly and followed in the footsteps of Qiu Yong and others, leaving the room.

    Once there were no others in the room, Su Mei lifted the curtain and walked out from behind it, graceful and elegant.

    It’s been a while since Ling Chenst saw her, and Su Mei seemed somewhat tired, probably due tock of rest, not as spirited as before.

    "Miss Su, have you been busytely? You don’t seem to look very well," Ling Chen asked with concern.

    "There are many things to handle at the Yangxin Pavilion, and although I as the Pavilion Master have many people tomand, this matter must be handled personally by me, thus I’ve been more tired than usual, but it’s nothing. It’ll be fine after a few days."

    Hearing this, Ling Chen immediately understood. There was no need to guess; Su Mei was surely preparing for the grand event at the Yangxin Pavilion.

    "Ling Chen, did you reallye to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion only for a Heavenly Mechanism Pill?"

    Facing Su Mei’s inquiry, Ling Chen smiled slightly, "Of course. Why, do you not believe me?"

    "It’s not that I don’t believe you, but... if it was just for this, I feel you wouldn’t make such a fuss, even bringing the Eight entrics personally to the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. Actually, given your rtionship with the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, if you had just spoken up, I would have definitely not refused, so I am curious to know if you might have other motives."

    "I won’t hide it from you, I indeed have another purpose. Miss Su, I was wondering if Elder Du is at the Yangxin Pavilion?"

    "Du Kang?" Su Mei nodded and replied, "Since he helped youst time, he has been staying at Yangxin Pavilion. What, you want to see him?"

    "Correct. I want to thank him and also discuss some matters with him. Miss Su, I wonder if you could help me with this?"

    "This..." Su Mei hesitated and said, "It’s not that I’m unwilling to help you, but the rules of the Yangxin Pavilion are many, and also, Elder Du doesn’t really want to be disturbed, I’m not sure if he would be willing to meet you. How about this, let me ask and see what he thinks."

    "That would be much appreciated."

    After some more casual talk, Ling Chen took his leave from the room.

    His earlier mention of visiting Du Kang was just a pretext and did not reveal his true purpose, simply following Su He’s instructions. Before his arrival, Su He had advised him not to reveal the dagger hastily, but to first find Du Kang and have him apany him to the grand event to assess the situation.

    Because this grand event involved a showdown between masters, Su He hoped that after seeing the capabilities of the opponents, he could carefully consider everything before deciding whether to participate or not.

    Once back in his room, Ling Chen stood by the window, stretched leisurely, and quietly awaited Su Mei’s news.