As evening fell, everyone arrived at the Mo Family.
In the evening, Mo Wuji was called to discuss matters and didn't return until late at night.
Qin Yi was sitting on a stone bench in the courtyard waiting for Mo Wuji, knowing that the discussions this ti must be related to what happened with the Fang Family.
"Brother Qin, we're going to make a move against the Fang Family."
Mo Wuji's words made Qin Yi frown, "Explain in detail."
Mo Wuji told Qin Yi that the incidents at the Fang Family not only enraged the Mo Family elders but also provoked Mo Honghai to uncontrollable anger. They had decided to join forces with Baihua Pavilion, to strike first and handle the Fang Family.
Qin Yi's eyes flickered slightly, and he lowered his head, pondering sothing.
"Brother Qin, why aren't you happy? Isn't this what you've been waiting for all along?"
Qin Yi spoke slowly, "Sothing's not right."
"What's not right?"
Qin Yi mused for a mont and asked, "You said Mo Honghai was enraged?"
Mo Wuji was about to nod when his expression suddenly changed, "Sothing is indeed not right. I beca the Young Master only after gaining the elders' approval, and Second Grandpa reluctantly agreed under pressure.
Although Mo Tianhao is dead, there are still mbers from Second Grandpa's branch. Even though they are not as outstanding as Mo Tianhao, with proper cultivation and Second Grandpa's support, it's not difficult for them to assu the position of Young Master.
From my understanding, Second Grandpa is a ruthless person, and he has always desired to see the next Family Head co from his lineage. He harbors trepidation about and wishes to eliminate swiftly. His rage over this incident is indeed illogical."
Qin Yi nodded slightly and looked at Mo Wuji, saying, "In that case, you must be more cautious in the future."
"Don't worry! In the Mo Family, Second Grandpa dares not make a move."
"Old Mo, better safe than sorry. He may not dare to act against you in the Mo Family, but what about outside? If Mo Honghai sends you on errands during this period, try to avoid them if possible, and be extra careful if you can't."
Mo Wuji nodded, "Rest assured, I will be cautious."
"If you encounter any problems that you can't solve, rember to send soone to inform promptly. Also, make sure to update imdiately on the movents of the Five Great Families."
Mo Wuji nodded.
Qin Yi stood up and said, "I've been delayed for so long, I should be heading back."
"Brother Qin, you're leaving now?"
Qin Yi nodded, "Just notify if anything cos up."
...
Qin Yi left, traveling overnight under the stars and moon, and returned to Yinfeng City before dawn.
Xia Yanbing and the others were having breakfast.
Seeing Qin Yi's return, they were pleasantly surprised.
Qin Yi first went upstairs to check on the kids; he had been really worried about the little ones these past few days. Then he ca down to have breakfast.
"Have you seen Lan Jiaojiao?" Qin Yi asked with his mouth full of buns.
Xia Yanbing shook her head.
Qin Yi paused, puzzled that Lan Jiaojiao and the others should have arrived by now.
"Hubby, why did you suddenly bring up Miss Lan?" Xia Yanbing asked curiously.
Qin Yi briefly explained the recent incidents.
"Isn't Mo Wuji saying the marriage alliance with the Fang Family is with Baihua Pavilion's Holy Daughter?"
Qin Yi shook his head, "I didn't know before going. It was only after arriving that Mo Wuji told Lan Jiaojiao had been captured. He did this because he feared I would recklessly break into the Fang Family."
"Mo Wuji made the right decision; knowing your personality, without his concealnt, you might have rushed to the Fang Family long ago."
Qin Yi smiled bitterly, was he really that impulsive?
"But we haven't seen Miss Lan at all."
Qin Yi sighed slightly, "She probably lied about returning to Yinfeng City to trick ."
"Should we ask the Peace Army to find out her whereabouts?"
Qin Yi shook his head, "Forget it, although we are friends, I have no right to dictate her decisions. If she likes to travel the world, then let her."
Xia Yanbing said, "I really admire Miss Lan's free-spirited nature."
Qin Yi looked at her strangely, "It's like you're suggesting I've restricted your freedom."
Xia Yanbing glared at him, "You, along with Qin Ping'an and Xia Pingluan, have all limited my freedom."
Qin Yi smiled bitterly, "But the children are your own."
"Still, you planted the seed."
Qin Yi: "..."
...
After breakfast, the two little ones also woke up. Qin Yi played with them for a while before going to et Azure Dragon and the others.
By the Lotus Pond next to the pavilion of the Duan Family, there were clattering sounds.
Qin Yi walked closer and couldn't help but laugh.
The formidable Four Guardian Gods of Longxia were playing Mahjong.
The four of them had actually gathered a Mahjong table.
When Qin Yi returned to the Duan Family, the four of them had already sensed his arrival, so his presence was not unexpected.
Qin Yi walked over, watching the four of them and almost burst into laughter.
The skill level of these four was obviously that of beginners, complete novices who had just learned how to play.
"Old Dragon, you're waiting on four bamboos to announce Hu, what are you pondering over?"
"Waiting on four bamboos to Hu, you say?" Azure Dragon looked over his tiles and laughed, "Turns out you are quite the Mahjong expert."
Qin Yi rolled his eyes; Mahjong is practically Longxia's national treasure, and almost anyone knows how to play. Back in college, he often played card Mahjong with his dormmates to win internet money.
Xuanwu was displeased, "Hey, Qin Yi, do you know what they say about real gentlen who don't comnt on the tiles they're viewing? You've looked at our tiles and advised Azure Dragon, isn't that inappropriate?"
Qin Yi smiled wryly, "Alright, I'll keep quiet then."
"What I an is fairness — would you take a look at my tiles and tell if I can announce Hu?"
Qin Yi: "..."
He walked over, glanced at the tiles, "No, you'll need to make a 'pung' to announce Hu."
"Qin Yi, co over here and help look," White Tiger was fussing with his tiles, scratching his head.
Qin Yi took a look, organized his tiles, and pointed out how he could win.
"I could see that without you telling ," said White Tiger.
Qin Yi: "..."
Damn, lying through your teeth, you wouldn't have figured it out without my help.
Qin Yi moved toward Vermilion Bird.
"Hold it, I don't need your advice. I'm not like these three idiots, who can't even play Mahjong properly but have an enormous craving for it," teased Vermilion Bird.
Qin Yi chuckled, knowing that Mahjong's charm is endless, and it's addictive. In so cities now, Mahjong has been classified as a form of gambling and is banned.
In fact, whatever it is, moderation is key. Small gambling can be enjoyable, but excessive gambling can be harmful. Occasionally playing Mahjong can benefit ntal and physical health, stimulating thought processes. But treating it as a way to get rich signifies crossing a line.
Mahjong has even spread abroad, with so foreigners regularly gathering to play.
Qin Yi asked curiously, "So you guys just learned?"
Vermilion Bird nodded, "Duan Xinyuan taught us."
Qin Yi couldn't help but laugh, knowing that newbies at Mahjong play poorly but enjoy it imnsely.
"Haha... Self-draw, all one suit," laughed Vermilion Bird.
"We started learning at the sa ti, how co you always win with either a self-draw or a regular Hu?" White Tiger complained.
Without holding back, Vermilion Bird scoffed, "That's because you're too dumb, unable to handle even thirteen tiles."
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