Imperial Treasure-Chapter 1078 - 640: Secret (Part 2)

Even if their hearts are unwilling, in such a convoluted officialdom, it seems meaningless for them to stay.

Deep in thought, Qin Shubao heard Cheng Yaojin mutter: "That Mr. Sui saved many on the ship, and now he’s trying to rescue Miss Wei. Besides, Yuwen Huaji using a weak woman to coerce is utterly shameless... Let’s just go with the flow and observe the situation~"

Though Cheng Yaojin often appears muddle-headed, he’s actually wise under the guise of foolishness. Once he sets his mind, he always comes up with clever ideas. Despite Qin Shubao being bright, he’s somewhat rigid in character, unlike Cheng Yaojin who understands circumspect approaches. Upon hearing his words, Qin felt a conflict with the code of ethics under Du Fuwei, yet he hesitated to refuse.

How could such a gentle and kind person like Miss Wei be harmed in this predicament?

In other words, anyone like Mr. Sui who repeatedly rescues must be a good person.

The situation grew tense.

The sixth-floor balcony had become the final field of deadly intent.

Shong Wannian swallowed the sweet metallic taste of blood, fingers pressed against Wei Zhenzhen’s throat.

"Release Lord Yuwen," he demanded coldly.

Sui Yi looked at Wei Zhenzhen with a calm expression, softly said, "One for one exchange."

Exchange?

Sounds reasonable, but...

It was somewhat disheartening.

After all, they hadn’t gotten anything yet.

Yuwen Shi’s face darkened: "Give us the Longevity Formula, then we’ll exchange."

Uh...

This old man must be mad!

Where does such confidence come from!

Hell’s Wan Ge twirled a scythe, quietly mumbled to herself: "Advanced brain cancer."

What?!

Whatever it was, it sounded like an insult.

Sui Yi’s lips twitched slightly, looking at Yuwen Shi and the others, said: "But I don’t want to give it to you."

Although she didn’t hold the Longevity Formula in high regard, it didn’t mean she was willing to give it to her enemies.

Who’s to say what trouble the Yuwen Clan might bring upon her and Hell’s Wan Ge once they obtain the Longevity Formula?

"Don’t you care about this woman’s life?" Yuwen Shi coldly pointed at Wei Zhenzhen.

Yuwen Huaji sneered: "She cares, why else would she take the risk to come here..."

It seems she has no awareness of being a hostage.

Sui Yi’s brow furrowed, her finger pressed against the back of Yuwen Huaji’s head.

"Ah!!"

Yuwen Huaji’s face instantly contorted, crying out in agony.

"What are you doing!"

Yuwen Shi shouted, Sui Yi turned to Wei Zhenzhen, "What did you do to her?"

With this question, Yuwen Shi looked towards Shong Wannian.

He seemed completely unaware, while Shong Wannian, expressionless, said flatly: "It’s none of my business."

It was Yuwen Huaji’s problem.

At this moment, Yuwen Huaji was still engulfed in pain, amidst which he shouted: "Stop it! Otherwise, she’ll certainly die! Stop it!"

Sui Yi’s finger flicked, pressing on the acupuncture point behind Yuwen Huaji’s head, who soon returned to normal, but drenched in cold sweat, breathing heavily, said: "It’s fine if you don’t want to give the Longevity Formula, but tell me the secret you learned that night, then one for one exchange, you won’t lose out. Our Yuwen Warlord also needs talents like you, all past grievances forgotten, how do you feel about it?"

"Don’t be too quick to refuse, take a look at the two hundred archers and the troops below, even if the two of you have the ability to break through, Wei Zhenzhen and those two boys will surely die."

"Moreover, the poison in Wei Zhenzhen’s body can only be cured by me. If you kill me, she won’t survive either."

"Consider it carefully."

Yuwen Huaji’s suggestion was so confident, he seemed certain Sui Yi would agree, yet Sui Yi and Hell’s Wan Ge were more intrigued by the other layer of meaning in his words.

——That secret of that night.

Sui Yi hesitated, quickly grasping his meaning.

That night... it was the night Zheng Long died, how did he know that she and Fu Junnuo learned the secret of Yang Gong’s Treasure?

Logically, he shouldn’t know.

Nor easily guess it.

Unless someone told him.

Fu Junnuo? Impossible, setting aside that she’s already gone to Goryeo, even if she hadn’t gone and were captured by Yuwen Huaji, she would never divulge such a secret because of her character.

It must be someone deliberately informing Yuwen Huaji.

The significance of Yang Gong’s Treasure evidently surpasses the Longevity Formula and Extraterrestrial Treasure, which explains why the Yuwen Family would invest such extensive manpower and force to set up this Hongmen Banquet. The previous silence about the secret was just a cover — Li Xiuning and others were present.

So Yuwen Shi continuously mentioned the Longevity Formula.

If she were willing to hand over the Longevity Formula, she’d definitely be willing to give up Yang Gong’s Treasure secret, this was the Yuwen Warlord’s probing.

Who exactly briefed Yuwen Huaji on this news?

Sui Yi currently had no inclination to ponder on this.

Exchange, or not?

Hell’s Wan Ge was indifferent, just waiting for Sui Yi to decide, and from her understanding of Sui Yi, this woman was likely to refuse.

But being so compliant with the opponent wasn’t exactly Sui Yi’s style either.

It all depended on how she would break the deadlock.

"I know nothing about any secret, as for the Longevity Formula...."

Just as Sui Yi’s voice trailed into silence, Yuwen Huaji, and all parties were either watching intently or ready to move.

Suddenly!

Sui Yi and Hell’s Wan Ge sensed their Qi mechanisms being locked onto!

Out of the blue, once targeted, the opponent had already made a move!

So close!

It was a master from the Yuwen Warlord behind Shong Wannian, swiftly striking Shong Wannian with a palm, while another hand reached for Wei Zhenzhen.

Meanwhile, in the sixth-floor room, the suave white-clad gentleman flicked his fan shut, his body suddenly darting out.

His speed was astonishing, flickered and soared onto the balcony, his target was also Wei Zhenzhen.

Clearly, their aim was Wei Zhenzhen, but why?

Wei Zhenzhen’s worth lay solely in Sui Yi!

They too wanted to exchange something with Sui Yi.

Perhaps the Longevity Formula or that secret...

With Sui Yi’s immense strength, directly subduing her was difficult, hence the quickest and most effective way was similar to the Yuwen Warlord’s, capture Wei Zhenzhen!(To be Continued. If you enjoy this story, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets, your support is the greatest motivation for me. Mobile users, please read at m.qidian.com.)