Chapter 1028: Wasting a Precious Resource (3)
Editor: Henyee Translations

“Zeng Huo, let’s go meet this Second Prince.”

“Yes.” Zeng Huo noticed the excited look on Xuan Louze’s face despite the Second Prince’s obvious agenda.

The two changed clothes and headed to Riverbank Cuisine.

As soon as they left, the Xuan family head was informed, “Family Head, our Xuan family is currently neutral. If Xuan Louze openly meets the Second Prince, we could be in a difficult position.”

“Meeting doesn’t mean anything.” The Xuan family head thought for a moment. “Send someone to keep an eye on them. If it’s just a meal, it doesn’t mean anything.”

“Yes, Family Head.”

…

At Riverbank Cuisine.

The shopkeeper personally greeted them at the door. “Fifth Young Master, welcome. Forgive me for not welcoming you sooner.”

“Take us to the Second Prince’s private room.” Zeng Huo stepped forward, speaking haughtily.

“Yes, this way, please.” The shopkeeper personally led them to Dong Denglin’s private room. “Second Prince, the Fifth Young Master is here.”

“Please come in,” Dong Denglin’s voice came from inside.

The shopkeeper opened the door, respectful and polite. “Fifth Young Master, please.”

Xuan Louze walked into the private room. As soon as he entered, Dong Denglin said, “I was worried the Fifth Young Master wouldn’t come. Please, sit.”

Xuan Louze sat down without any courtesy, acting superior to Dong Denglin. “Second Prince, what do you want from me?”

Suppressing his displeasure, Dong Denglin smiled faintly. “Nothing important. I just wanted to meet the Fifth Young Master. We’ve heard about your actions in the mansion and are deeply impressed.”

Xuan Louze inwardly laughed, keeping his expression unchanged. “You’re flattering me. If I didn’t resist, I’d be in a terrible situation now. It’s better to act freely.”

“The Fifth Young Master speaks wisely.” Dong Denglin poured wine. “Please, have a drink.”

“Sure. Meeting the Second Prince today makes me happy. I should have a drink.” Xuan Louze drank his wine directly.

Dong Denglin’s displeasure vanished due to Xuan Louze’s previous words. It seemed Xuan Louze was just being himself, not disrespecting him. Dong Denglin also drank his wine.

If Xuan Louze knew his thoughts, he would praise him for being good at making assumptions.

After some small talk, Xuan Louze got to the point. “I heard the little miracle doctor from Daling came to our Chenzang but has disappeared. Why?”

“Why do you want to know?” Dong Denglin asked cautiously.

“I’ve been feeling unwell and wanted to see him. It’s been a long time. I heard he can cure anything, so I wanted to try.” Xuan Louze observed Dong Denglin’s expression as he spoke.

“They disappeared. Didn’t you know?” Dong Denglin frowned.

“How could they just disappear?” Xuan Louze feigned surprise.

“I don’t know. One night, they mysteriously vanished.” Dong Denglin had been searching for them too, but found no trace.

“What about the guards?” Xuan Louze thought there must be an insider.

“They were all executed by my father for failing to protect the doctors, putting our Chenzang in a dire situation. They deserved to die!” Dong Denglin said.

“Did you look for them?” Xuan Louze asked hopefully.

“I searched, but found nothing.” Dong Denglin was genuinely disappointed.

It seemed the depths of Zhongling City were more complex than he thought. Xuan Louze asked, “Is there a hidden force in Zhongling City?”

“Definitely, but I don’t associate with them. If my father found out, I wouldn’t be able to explain.” These things weren’t openly discussed.

Xuan Louze glanced at Dong Denglin, not believing a word he said, but it wasn’t his concern. “Do you know how to find these forces? If the Second Prince helps me find the miracle doctors and cure my illness, I can serve you.”

Dong Denglin was overjoyed but kept his expression neutral. “Since the Fifth Young Master said so, I will do my best.”

“Thank you.” Xuan Louze replied.

…

Dong Dengyu smashed everything on his table. “Outrageous! He refused to see me but went to see Dong Denglin. What does Xuan Louze mean? Does he also think I’ve lost power?”

His subordinates were silent, knowing better than to speak, but inwardly agreeing. Dong Dengyu knew his situation well enough, so why state it so plainly?

After venting, Dong Dengyu left with his guards, heading to Riverbank Cuisine.

He wanted to see what kind of wine his brother was drinking with Xuan Louze!

Dong Dengyu stormed into the private room, kicking the door open. “Haha, Brother, what are you eating without inviting me?”

Dong Denglin, still respectful, stood up and greeted him. “Greetings, Brother.”

Xuan Louze glanced at Dong Dengyu and continued eating.