Chapter 1836 - 673: Past Events

Last night, after Su Mo listened to Lord Ban Shu and Guo Zhaochen discussing Guiniang,

Su Mo had already gained a rough understanding of this person’s style of conduct.

It’s essential to know that these two individuals, one being her husband and the other her childhood playmate and senior brother,

are likely closer to her than anyone else in Jianghu.

It’s no exaggeration to call them her beloved kin and friends.

Yet, even they, when evaluating Guiniang, describe her as a mix of right and wrong, often going to extremes.

Considering what Zhuge Yingxiong did to her,

Su Mo speculated that her reason for traveling to Imperial Court Mountain was highly likely to deal with Zhuge Yingxiong.

However, when Zhuge Yingxiong perished under the Divinity Transformation Seal, she didn’t appear.

Now, if she truly is still on Imperial Court Mountain, her targets can only be Zhuge Qianqiu and Zhuge Yutang.

In the battle before Weiyang Palace, the two of them wanted to escape to a carefree life in Jianghu.

That, of course, is impossible.

Here, Su Mo pays special attention to them and directly captures both father and son.

Immediately, Su Mo instructed Xiao He to use them as bait,

to see if they could lure out Guiniang?

If she still resides on Imperial Court Mountain, her goal can’t be anything else...

Therefore, this strategy might prove useful.

Of course, it’s also possible that woman has long left Imperial Court Mountain.

If so, the result would be uncertain.

However, for Su Mo, it’s merely an attempt; any gain would be delightful, and nothing lost is no big deal.

Unexpectedly, having just set up this minor tactic yesterday evening, there was already a bite today.

Only when Su Mo arrived at the location,

he found that although the fish was indeed on the hook, it might not have been caught that way.

"Supreme Elder, the person is in the room.

"They haven’t acted against us, nor shown any hostility."

One subordinate reported softly.

Su Mo nodded, gesturing for him to withdraw.

Stepping forward, just as he reached the doorway, he heard it creak open on its own.

Looking up, there was a person seated inside the hall.

A red wedding dress, faded from washing, adorned the figure, the headscarf slightly swaying.

Both hands lay crossed on their lap.

Just by looking at the hands, one wouldn’t think they’re aged.

Rather, they resembled a maiden in her twenties.

Su Mo, seeing this, couldn’t help but smile, somewhat understanding why the young Master from the Ou Family Palace showed her disrespect.

Anyone witnessing such a scene would hardly believe she was an elderly woman.

Curiosity about the true face beneath the headscarf is inevitable.

"Why does Alliance Leader Su laugh?"

The first to speak was none other than the seated Guiniang.

Su Mo shook his head slightly:

"Just thought of something, and couldn’t help but smile.

"No need to mind, elder."

He sat next to Guiniang, with a small table between them, casually pouring tea:

"Please."

"Did Alliance Leader Su set up this empty city trick just to invite me for tea?"

Su Mo, hearing her voice, noticed no hint of old age, which piqued his curiosity.

But asking would be impolite, so he smiled gently:

"Guests are honored; a cup of tea is first offered, and conversations follow.

"Since elder hasn’t drawn swords, how can I be rude?"

"Alright."

Guiniang seemed to nod, her headscarf fluttering up and down:

"You are indeed straightforward and open."

With that, she lifted the teacup, taking a sip beneath the headscarf:

"Those two Old Ghosts didn’t leave Imperial Court Mountain last night; I suppose they’re under your command?

"Being able to use Zhuge Qianqiu and Zhuge Yutang in this setup,

"must have been with their guidance."

"Please, elder, don’t misunderstand."

Su Mo hurriedly said:

"Those two know nothing of this."

"But they told you, no doubt, what kind of person I am... so you could target me like this."

Guiniang seemed amused, a weariness in her voice:

"I know what kind of people they are, and they naturally understand me.

"They won’t help you calculate against me.

"In fact, their willingness to join you is likely in hopes of aiding me when you confront me...

"This intent, I assume Alliance Leader Su is well aware of?"

"Elder sees clearly."

Su Mo smiled gently:

"The Jianghu Alliance is currently in need of talent.

"Both Lord Ban Shu and senior Guo Zhaochen are masters.

The Jinglong Association’s power is vast, and it would be a pity not to use them.

"Besides, how can eggs remain unbroken under a toppled nest?

"In the Jianghu, who isn’t a lamb awaiting slaughter under the butcher’s knife?"

Hearing this, Guiniang gently pinched her fingers:

"I assume you also know about my matters."

"...Not hiding the fact, I’ve heard a bit."

Su Mo was somewhat embarrassed.

This age-old grievance, involving secrets, and now being admitted in front of the party involved, was indeed peculiar.

"The causes of the past are the effects of the present; everything in this world has its reasons.

"Zhuge Yingxiong ruined my life, preventing Ban Shu and me from growing old together.

"Ban Shu never remarried in this life.

"Hence, he left no descendants.

"But... Zhuge Yingxiong did.

"Why should he?"

Guiniang turned her head towards Su Mo, the headscarf gently swaying:

"Therefore, Zhuge Qianqiu and Zhuge Yutang must die."

"They still have use."

Su Mo replied calmly:

"Elder, you can’t kill them."