Chapter 721

Fu Yi turned around, looking at Bai Bing, his handsome face showing no expression, a hint of doubt in his eyes, "Huh?"

If he didn't know the other was the madam's close friend, he wouldn't even bother with her.

That single "huh" made Bai Bing's heartstrings tremble, and it strengthened her resolve to win Fu Yi.

"Are you married?"

If he were married, she would give up; after all, no matter how much she liked someone, she would never be a third party!

Ye Qingran looked at Bai Bing in surprise, thinking, Could this girl... have fallen for his looks?

That said, Fu Hanxiu's subordinates are genuinely good-looking; even the most ordinary Fu San is a handsome guy who could debut in modern times.

Under her subtle influence, her female friends all became appearance-oriented; Bai Bing feeling moved by Fu Yi is quite normal.

This was the first time Fu Yi had been asked this question; he froze a moment, while Fu Jiu beside him laughed increasingly flirtatiously, "Fu Yi, it looks like your spring is coming!"

To be honest, he's still quite curious what a serious Fu Yi in love would be like.

Fu Yi couldn't be bothered with Fu Jiu; he gazed deeply at Bai Bing, who felt her heart about to jump out of her chest.

"No."

After a while, as Bai Bing grew so nervous she was about to faint, Fu Yi finally gave his answer.

In that instant, Bai Bing's heart was filled with surprise and joy.

How wonderful!

It's not too late for everything!

Bai Bing flashed a smile as brilliant as rosy clouds; Fu Yi withdrew his gaze, with not a ripple in his eyes.

Women fail to pique his interest.

Soon, the handsome men at the Zhu Lu summit disappeared from everyone's sight.

In the corner, Yun Lu saw this scene, a faint light flickering in his eyes.

Emperor Sovereign, he's finally gone!

"The Emperor Sovereign left suddenly, and I suddenly feel my heart hollow."

Han Xing covered her chest, reluctance showing in her eyes.

Ye Qingran teased, "I'm not reluctant at all, yet you're reluctant? Isn't Fu San still around?"

Han Xing watched Fu San scratch his head and grin foolishly, her face flushing as she lowered her head.

Seeing him smile so foolishly, Han Xing couldn't help but harrumph, "That's because even if he goes back, he'd be of no use."

Fu San: "......" That hit home.

Time flew by, and soon it was May 14; tomorrow is the day of the Yun Tribe's Clan Leader Succession Ceremony.

During that period, Ye Qingran went to Neicheng to treat Yun Batian's body several times.

The old man, already strong in ability, plus Ye Qingran's superb medical skills, has largely recovered.

"Why didn't I see your man today?"

"He went home."

"He went home?"

Yun Batian blinked, then smiled knowingly, "That kid's still pretty smart; he knows you can't rely on him, so he chose to cut his losses in time."

Ye Qingran just wanted to roll her eyes right now.

Yeah, yeah, you sure know a lot!

"Want to discuss something with you?"

Yun Batian eyed her suspiciously, "What matter?"

"At tomorrow's succession ceremony, could you appear as if you might collapse at any moment?"

Yun Batian's beard twitched; he was so angry he just wanted to curse his mother, "You're the one who's going to fail!"

Why does he dislike hearing that so much?

Ye Qingran crossed her arms, gave him a sideways glance, "I don't know who it was before, bent on seeking death; if I hadn't stepped in to save him..."

Yun Batian felt a bit guilty. Isn't that him she's talking about?

His expression gradually turned subtle.

Before meeting Ye Qingran, he felt life was meaningless and had already become indifferent to life and death.

After meeting Ye Qingran, he found a reason to keep living.

Each day after sunset, waiting at the doorway became his routine; the moment that young couple appeared was the happiest part of his day.

Though they were mere strangers, they could sway his mood—truly subtle.

"What do you want to do?"

Yun Batian looked at Ye Qingran solemnly, his expression growing grave.

"What do I want to do?" Ye Qingran gave a wicked smile, "Of course, to stop Yun Lan from taking the Yun Tribe's chieftain position!"

Ye Qingran's blunt answer made Yun Batian's face change.

"What grudge do you have against her?"

"We can't coexist under the same sky." Said lightly, yet it made Yun Batian feel an overwhelming killing intent in that instant.

His entire aura shifted as well: "No matter what deep grudge you have with Yun Lan, if you intend to sabotage tomorrow's succession ceremony, I will absolutely not agree!"

He admitted he had a special fondness for Ye Qingran, but that fondness wasn't enough to blind him to the Yun Tribe's interests.

Anyone who wants to sabotage tomorrow's succession ceremony, he will absolutely not agree!

Yun Batian's reaction was within Ye Qingran's expectations.

"I'm curious—you clearly know Yun Lan isn't a good person, so why would you still pass the chieftain position to her?"

Yun Batian was stunned by the question, then gritted his teeth, "No matter how bad she is, she's still my daughter!"

It seemed he had found a vent for his rant, so he simply said:

"You think, besides her, who else is fit to sit in that position?"

The eldest son, the second son, and the third son—each less interested in that position than the last; the eldest daughter disappeared years ago, leaving only a youngest daughter.

But they also didn't know what the youngest daughter had gone through; she seemed like a different person, and every time they looked at that face, they felt utterly unfamiliar.

If it weren't for confirming that pure Yun Tribe Bloodline runs in her veins, they would suspect that Yun Lan had been impersonated.

Now it was Ye Qingran's turn to fall silent.

Yun Batian couldn't deny that statement.

The three uncles truly had no ambition here; Yun Lan may be vicious, but she does have abilities.

Ye Qingran, with a pretentious tone, said, "You probably didn't do any good deeds in your past life."

Yun Batian looked at Ye Qingran in disbelief.

She not only didn't comfort him, but insulted him?

If she were their granddaughter, they'd break her legs in an instant!

"You think Yun Lan is suitable, but I don't think so."

"What exactly are you going to do?"

"Your guess."

Yun Batian was so angry their teeth ached, "If you don't explain clearly, don't even think about leaving here today!"

Ye Qingran sneered, "Threatening me?"

Her indifferent attitude left Yun Batian both shocked and angry.

"Threaten? I can do that too."

Ye Qingran stared at Yun Batian seriously, saying word by word, "If you want to know Yun Ling's whereabouts, do exactly as I say; otherwise, you won't see her in this lifetime!"

Boom~

The power of those words, to Yun Batian, was like a bomb detonating inside their head.

"What did you say?"

It took them ages to regain their voice.

"No need to doubt, you heard correctly."

Yun Batian felt all their strength drained, "Is she still alive? Is she?"

They stared at Ye Qingran with an almost maddened gaze.

Ye Qingran met their gaze, nodded lightly, "Yes. She is still alive."