Chapter 728: Chapter 730 Search Around
The middle-aged butler’s words made the Ji Family Patriarch bow towards Nian Shutong’s direction and say, “Impressive tactics.”
“What does the Ji Family Master mean? I can’t quite understand,” said Nian Shutong, feigning incomprehension, yet the genuine smile on her face seemingly told a different story.
“Don’t you know, Ji Family Master, could you perhaps allow us to search now?”
“To know the lost item is of great value, it would seem the Ji Family Master is in a bit of trouble too.”
If Nian Shutong insisted on searching, it made the Ji Family Master realize something was amiss here; he had no choice but to look towards Xiong Da.
“How does Commander Xiong Da propose we resolve this?”
With a look of difficulty on his face, Xiong Da said, “Searching now wouldn’t be easy, but without a search, we can’t really resolve this matter. Shall we allow members of the Legion to take a look, perhaps?”
The Ji Family Master confirmed something—Xiong Da and this woman before him were acquainted, and he seemed to be taking her side.
“It’s possible, but how do I know if someone has intentionally planted something while searching?”
“Hiss—” Xiong Da exaggeratedly contorted his face, saying to Nian Shutong, “The Ji Family Master’s concerns are not unreasonable.”
Surprisingly, Nian Shutong nodded in agreement, as if she had just remembered something, “The items from Blue Star each have a unique Blue Star mark. We don’t need to search; we can find them. If so, the Ji Family Master surely won’t refuse now.”
The Ji Family Master was utterly certain—they had come prepared.
But what could he say, with things having progressed this far?
“Then I invite the Blue Star Lord to have a try.”
Nian Shutong’s smile broadened as she waved her hands, forming a blue planet in front of her; she held her hands in a lifting gesture, and the blue planet rose and enlarged in mid-air, but its color remained a deep blue.
A beautiful planet indeed.
The next second, the blue planet started rotating, and in one area of the Ji Family’s property, blue lights intermingled with it.
“It’s quite the coincidence that only this house is still standing. Our people from Blue Star, both human and beast, have never been to this house.”
Her implication was clear: they had never had the chance to plant anything there.
The Ji Family Master watched the only building that hadn’t collapsed, which was where some of the family’s important belongings were stored. Hence, that particular building was made of special materials, making it difficult to destroy.
However, having everyone witness this scene meant whether the item arrived there by any means, it only illustrated one fact: the Planet Blue Star Master was someone they could not afford to provoke.
What kind of tactics were these?
Sheer versatility of tactics left them with no excuse or strength to contend.
Xiong Da had the same thoughts. He arrived early and watched the entire process.
The Crown Prince implied that if Nian Shutong sought to attack without any pretext, he was obligated to intervene, leaving the aftermath to be discussed later.
But if Nian Shutong had a somewhat plausible reason, then he would simply watch the fight unfold.
There was no need to articulate which side he would support.
“Ji Family Master, let’s go over and take a look together.”
With Xiong Da’s words, the Ji Family Master was compelled to comply, and together, they walked over and brought back a box.
The blue light had emerged from this box—truly an incomprehensible tactic.
What could the Ji Family Master say now but concede?
Xiong Da opened the box and took a glance inside.
“Ancient books, White Jade carving—indeed, they are invaluable.”
But still, they seemed unworthy of the utter devastation before them.
Nian Shutong interjected promptly, “These are just small items. The real treasure is inside the belly of that White Jade Buddha; please have a look, Commander Xiong Da.”
By that time, the Ji Family Master no longer wished to see, the most blatant framing he could imagine, but he—lacking in skill—had to endure it.
Xiong Da picked up the White Jade Buddha, examining its bottom.
“Please turn the base; it comes off, and the item’s inside.”
Xiong Da, following Nian Shutong’s instructions, twisted the bottom of the White Jade Buddha. After disassembly, a clattering sound drew several pairs of eyes towards the box.
The contents that had fallen from the White Jade Buddha appeared before them.
“Mutated Crystal Stones!”
Xiong Da exclaimed, the value of Mutated Crystal Stones was greater than that of top-grade crystal stones, and here were ten.
Ten Mutated Crystal Stones meant ten high-level experts—experts with superpowers.
The Ji Family’s Silver-haired Elder obtained his Domain Superpower by absorbing a Mutated Crystal Stone, which was why he could boast a unique position in the Ji Family with SS-level strength.
Thinking this through, the Ji Family Master finally accepted the loss in today’s confrontation. Being framed with ten Mutated Crystal Stones, they hadn’t come out too badly.
Although the Ji Family had to swallow this bitter pill, they would not easily give up.
“After a battle, may I ask the Blue Star Lord’s name?”
“I am the Planet Blue Star Master, Nian Shutong.”
The Ji Family Master nodded and asked, “Since Nian Lan Star Lord said our people went to Blue Star, may I know where they are presently?”
“And who brought this item back?”
Nian Shutong understood the Ji Family Master’s implications, but she had no intention of explaining, “Your people were dumped at the gate, slightly injured.”
“As for who brought it back, I don’t know. I’m only aware of catching the thief red-handed; I found these items in the Ji Family’s possession. Your own tactics—how should I know?”
“From beginning to end, only people from the Ji Family went to Blue Star, and we found these items also in the Ji Family’s possession. I too am curious about the Ji Family Master’s explanation?”
Nian Shutong and the Ji Family Master locked eyes, a standoff between two sharp points. At this moment, Xiong Da knew it was his cue to step in.
“Alright, both of you, perhaps there is still room for negotiation. It wouldn’t be good to start another fight, would it?”
“While it’s true that families can declare battle, we should strive to resolve this civilly. Don’t you think?”
Xiong Da looked towards the Ji Family Patriarch, who certainly knew he was being threatened, but the surrounding scene forced him to swallow his words and finally say, “Fine.”
Nian Shutong’s primary objective today was to make an example, to ensure Blue Star was no longer insignificant. Since her aim was achieved, it was acceptable to back down.
“Oh, one more thing. Your Silver-haired Elder seemed to have a very volatile temperament. He not only plucked out all his hair but also suffocated himself in a fit of anger.”
“Ah, I’ve truly never seen someone who gets so upset.”
Nian Shutong’s remark made the Ji Family Master step forward, unable to utter a word before being restrained by the people behind him.
“What? Does the Ji Family Master have any further questions? I’m willing to answer.”
Nian Shutong stepped forward, pressing her full strength towards the Ji Family Master, causing his mouth to bleed and his bones to audibly crush, yet he still stood firm.
“The Ji Family Master is in good shape.”
“Please remember, Ji Sisi is under my protection, Blue Star is my planet. If there is another transgression, there will be no more excuses.”