Chapter 1732 - 779: So Amazing

Chapter 1732: Chapter 779: So Amazing

Watching the guards at the city gate conduct their routine inspection, Fang Yu glanced back at Ding Hui inside the carriage.

The latter seemed completely unconcerned.

They had brought quite a few things with them in the carriage along the way, not knowing if there were any contraband items that might not be permitted inside.

But very soon, Fang Yu realized he might have been overthinking it; the guards appeared to be inspecting but were actually just waiting for their boss to receive the money.

After receiving the silver bribe, the guards impatiently waved them through.

Of course, if the payment doesn’t go smoothly, not only would people be prevented from entering, they would also have to leave behind some of their belongings as a fee for the guards’ efforts.

The profits from this trip, inside and out, would likely make their mouths greasy with gain.

But the guards being this blatant suggests there are likely some connections above without which they wouldn’t have paid for these arrangements.

As for how much of the revenue they actually keep themselves, that’s hard to say.

"Suo Family, Suo Zi."

Uncle Zi was already up ahead making connections.

An elder in the family is a treasure indeed.

Uncle Zi was quite skilled at this, handling it impeccably, even putting an arm around the shoulder of the guard captain responsible for the city gate.

If not for the influence of the Suo Family, it would be impossible to make connections with the guard captain—others would just ignore you.

With Uncle Zi suddenly pointing in this direction, the guard captain glanced over and slightly nodded.

Is this... helping us get connected?

Great, great, it seems saving this person wasn’t wasted, and we smoothly mixed into the city.

Otherwise, without connections or background, you’d have to queue with the common folks at gate number ten for two or three days before you could enter the Capital.

Even though Fang Yu had the token given by Sui Chong, Yan Wenxi, he figured it probably wouldn’t have much of an effect in this situation.

The servant of a servant is not your servant.

Not to mention you’d have to first find someone to establish the connection, then you could leverage the relationship with the prominent figure. Without accomplishing even the first step, trying to ride on their coattails would be difficult.

Therefore, having the Suo Family help with connections, allowing a smooth entry to the Capital, made Fang Yu quite happy, saving him a hassle.

After some interaction, the Suo Family’s group was soon granted entry into the city.

Unexpectedly, following that, both their group and the Zhuge Family’s were directly granted passage without even the semblance of questioning.

These connections were well-handled, indeed.

Crossing the high city walls, Fang Yu officially stepped into the Capital for the first time.

Contrary to his imagined bustling scene of crowds, the streets ahead, though crowded and lively, didn’t have the cramped feeling he imagined.

"..."

Diao Xiaohui also widened her eyes, curiously taking in the surroundings. It seemed she was also visiting a place like the Capital for the first time.

Behind, Zhuge Shi lifted the carriage curtain to take a look outside, but it didn’t seem as impressive as imagined; she quickly lowered the curtain, though before doing so, she met eyes with Fang Yu, paused slightly, and smiled at him.

Fang Yu ignored her and looked ahead; the Suo Family’s group had already stopped ahead, waiting for them.

The three groups converged, and Uncle Zi bowed.

"Young Master Diao, and Miss Zhuge, we will now return to the Suo Family, so... shall we part ways here?"

As he spoke, Uncle Zi looked towards Fang Yu’s direction.

Clearly, he was waiting for Fang Yu’s reply.

Yet Fang Yu remained silent; he had briefly discussed with Ding Hui whether or not to enter the Suo Family and had already decided.

With a bow.

"Lord Zi, and Young Master Zi, thank you for your care along the way. In a few days, I may need to visit the Suo Family, I hope then Lord Zi won’t turn me away."

Hearing this answer, Uncle Zi’s eyes lit up and he laughed heartily.

"Hahaha! Of course, of course! We will be waiting for your esteemed presence at the Suo Family."

Just after Uncle Zi spoke, Zhuge Shi lifted the curtain and peeked out.

"Lord Zi only invites Young Master Diao but not me, what does that mean? Could it be that you look down on me?"

Uncle Zi’s smile remained unchanged, just about to speak...

"Sister Shishi wants to come to my house? Welcome, welcome! I welcome you with open arms! Sister Shishi, come whenever you like! Our Suo Family doors are always open for you!"

It’s Young Master Zi.

This guy was truly love-struck to the core, hearing Zhuge Shi wants to visit the Suo Family, he was so happy he’d almost dance.

Unfortunately, Zhuge Shi’s gaze was not directed at him, nor at Uncle Zi, but...

"Then... when Young Master Diao visits the Suo Family, let me know, we can go together, is that alright?"

"...Of course, that’s no problem."

Fang Yu agreed, but it was merely an agreement; when it actually comes time to decide whether to invite her, that’s a matter for later.

However, Zhuge Shi evidently received a satisfactory answer, lowered the curtain, and commanded.

"Let’s go."

Judging by her demeanor, she seemed completely uninterested in the Suo Family.

Of course, it might also be the presence of Young Master Zi being a persistent admirer making her have no favorable impression of the Suo Family.

Watching the Zhuge Family group begin to depart, Uncle Zi opened his mouth, then quickly closed it, silently watching them leave.