Chapter 872: with translation of chapter title

872. Chapter 870: It's better to obey than to be respectful.

Since that's the case, I'll obey rather than just be respectful. Li Xiaohu chuckled, then he and Wang Erniu headed toward the city lord's mansion.

By the way, I also bought you a gift. Just before leaving, Wang Erniu spoke again.

Having said that, Wang Erniu turned and left, leaving Li Xiaohu with a puzzled expression.

A moment later, Wang Erniu returned, holding a bag.

Wang Erniu handed the package to Li Xiaohu and said.

Here, this is the healing medicine sent by Brother Lu Yuan; it's said to be a seventh-grade elixir. Wang Erniu pointed at the bag in Li Xiaohu's hand.

He sent it to me? Where is he? Upon hearing this, Li Xiaohu raised his eyebrows and hurriedly asked.

Lu Yuan actually sent him healing medicine? Could it be…

Thinking of this, a look of joy appeared on Li Xiaohu's face.

You're looking for Brother Lu? Brother Lu is at home. Wang Erniu said.

Yeah, let's go pay him a visit. Li Xiaohu said excitedly.

Wang Erniu led Li Xiaohu straight to Lu Yuan's home.

After knocking a few times, Lu Yuan's slightly hoarse voice came from inside the house.

Who is it?

It's me! Li Xiaohu replied.

Hearing the voice outside, Lu Yuan instantly became excited and hurriedly opened the door.

Brother Lu, is it you? Li Xiaohu said with a smile.

Uh… it's you, come in quickly, please have a seat. After reacting, Lu Yuan hurriedly greeted him.

This place is not bad. Li Xiaohu looked around and smiled.

Lu Yuan smiled and said, 'Xiaohu, please have a seat.'

Afterwards, the two sat down, and Lu Yuan personally brewed tea for Li Xiaohu.

After drinking a cup of tea, Lu Yuan began to inquire about Li Xiaohu's recent situation.

Ah… I've been having a rough time lately. Li Xiaohu let out a long sigh, saying with a helpless expression.

What's wrong? Lu Yuan asked, puzzled.

Li Xiaohu shook his head and said, 'It's a long story, but I heard that several very formidable demonic beasts have appeared nearby.'

You wouldn't be talking about the bloodthirsty wolves, would you? Upon hearing Li Xiaohu's words, Lu Yuan's eyes lit up.

What do you mean 'not the bloodthirsty wolves'? They clearly are the bloodthirsty wolves. Li Xiaohu rolled his eyes.

The bloodthirsty wolves you mentioned—could they be those demonic beasts with fur as red as blood? Lu Yuan pursued.

Of course not. Have you ever seen a demonic beast as red as blood? Li Xiaohu rebutted.

Oh, if it's not them, then that's good. Actually, I know where those demonic beasts are.

Saying that, Lu Yuan paused for a moment, then continued: 'I know a passage that leads to an ancient tomb, which not only contains many heavenly treasures and earthly riches, but also buries numerous secret manuals and weapons.'

If that's the case, that ancient tomb must be dangerous; otherwise it wouldn't have remained sealed for so long. By the way, Brother Lu, do you know the exact location of that tomb? Li Xiaohu frowned.

I'm not entirely sure, but I can draw you a map; just follow it to get there. Lu Yuan pondered for a moment, then said.

Alright, draw the map for me, and I'll set out at dawn tomorrow to search for the tomb. Li Xiaohu nodded in agreement.

The next morning, at first light, Li Xiaohu got up and headed out of the city.

At the same time Li Xiaohu was heading out of the city, a luxurious carriage slowly approached the city gate.

Sir, ahead is Heavenly Cloud City. The old steward driving the carriage said to Lin Hao seated inside.

Lu Yuan lifted the curtain, glanced out, nodded, and said: 'Mm, we should also go in.'

Yes. The old steward responded, then urged the carriage toward Heavenly Cloud City.

Halt, who goes there? As the old steward's carriage just approached the gate of Heavenly Cloud City, the guards immediately stopped it.

I am the steward of the Lu Family, the city lord's household. The old steward said.

Please wait while I report this. Upon hearing that it was the steward of the city lord's household, the guard's expression shifted, then he said.

Not long after, the guard brought the old steward over.

I, your servant, pay my respects, young master. The old steward bowed and clasped his hands before Lin Hao, shouting respectfully.

Don't stand on ceremony, Uncle Lu. You can now be considered an elder of the city lord's mansion; if you need any help in the future, just let me know—I will not refuse anything I can do. Lin Hao said with a light smile.

Although Lin Hao's father, Lin Haishan, had died, Lin Hao had not forgotten Lu Wenbo and Lin Xue.

After all, he was the son raised by Lin Haishan for thirteen years, and moreover, Lu Wenbo and Lin Xue had saved his life.

Therefore, Lin Hao feels grateful toward Lu Wenbo and Lin Xue; whenever they need something, he will act without hesitation.

Thank you, young master! The old steward said gratefully.

Let's go! We'll talk after we enter. Lin Hao waved his hand and took the lead toward Heavenly Cloud City.

After entering Heavenly Cloud City, the old steward led Lin Hao straight to the Lu residence in the southern part of the city.

A moment later, the old steward stopped and said, 'Young master, we have arrived; the Lu residence is just ahead.'

Mm, I know. Lin Hao nodded in response, then stepped toward the Lu residence.

Inside the Lu residence's courtyard, a maidservant saw Lin Hao and the old steward and hurried over.

Young master, this way please.

The maidservant led Lin Hao and the old steward into the inner courtyard.

After entering the courtyard, Lin Hao glanced around and did not see Lin Xue's figure, his brows slightly furrowing.

Uncle Lu, Sister Xue hasn't come, has she? Lin Hao asked the old steward.

Young master, Lady Xue is feeling unwell today, so I have been asked to accompany you. The old steward replied.

"Oh, that's how it is." After hearing the old steward's words, Lin Hao let out a breath.

"Uncle Lu, where is Snow Sister now?"

"She's resting in the bedroom."

"Lead the way!" Lin Hao said, then followed the old steward toward the room.

Inside the room, Lin Xue lay on the bed, her eyes tightly closed.

"Young master, go in; I'll wait outside the door."

"Uncle Lu, no need; there's no one else here, we're family." Lin Hao said with a smile.

"Um... alright then." The old steward hesitated a moment, then nodded and withdrew.

After the old steward left, Lin Hao took a deep breath and stepped into the room.

"Snow Sister." Gazing at Lin Xue, who still slept with eyes closed, he called softly.

……

Lu Clan Merchant House, Manager Dong's study.

An old man sat in a chair.

The old man wore a brocade robe and jade garments, sported a mustache shaped like the Chinese character for eight, and bore an air of scholarly elegance.

"Manager Dong, how are things? Is that batch of goods from the Lu Clan Merchant House selling smoothly?" The eight-bearded old man slowly turned his head, fixed his gaze on Manager Dong standing beside him, and asked with a chuckle.

"Prince, rest assured; I have arranged that batch of goods properly—it will definitely reach North Prefecture within half a month!"

Manager Dong clasped his hands and spoke earnestly.

"Hmm." The eight-bearded old man nodded slightly and said, "I, the prince, hope we can cooperate long-term for mutual benefit."

"Haha, Prince, rest assured; if the Lu Clan Merchant House wants to grow, it must rely on the imperial household—this deal is absolutely sure to profit without loss!" Manager Dong laughed. (End of chapter)