This friend is very important to her.
She heard about Hua Manchun's affairs and knew that Li Qi had publicly embarrassed Hua Manchun.
Over the years, Chu Yaoxian has not been spared from Hua Manchun's bullying, and if she could find a protector, her future days would be better.
Walking and stopping, Chu Yaoxian remained undecided, yet amidst the mountains and forests, she faintly heard laughter.
Chu Yaoxian frowned slightly and asked aloud: "Which path's friends, would you dare to come out and meet?"
A young man, dressed in a white robe, came before Chu Yaoxian and bowed deeply, saying: "I'm He Jiaqing, greetings to Miss Chu."
"He Jiaqing, the eldest son of the He Family?" Chu Yaoxian had heard of He Jiaqing's reputation; this man was wanted both in Outside Provinces and Inner State. It was said that recently he had teamed up to kill Zhang Gunli. Unexpectedly encountering him here, Chu Yaoxian immediately became wary.
He Jiaqing looked into the distance and said, "Miss Chu, are you planning to congratulate Ma Junyang?"
Chu Yaoxian nodded and said, "That was my original plan. I have some connections with Li Qi and Ma Wu, and on such a fine day, it indeed deserves a congratulatory gift."
He Jiaqing shook his head and sighed, "If there was true connection, you wouldn't be so hesitant."
Chu Yaoxian puckered her lips slightly, appearing helpless, and said, "It's only my fault for being a sleep lover, missed the hour; going over at this time, I'm afraid they will say I lack in manners."
"If it's only a matter of manners, it's still manageable. But if there's a grudge, I advise you not to go. Li Qi is a vengeful person, and some things are not easily resolved with a few words."
Chu Yaoxian smiled, "Between me and Li Qi, what grudge could there be?"
He Jiaqing said, "He Yuxiu is my aunt. On the day she started the clearing, what you did, do you think I am truly unaware?"
Having her secret revealed, Chu Yaoxian did not argue, "That matter was carried out under Inner State's orders. At that time, I wasn't the only one to offend Li Qi. Others managed to dissolve the grudge, why can't I?"
"Miss Chu, a grudge that cannot be dissolved isn't necessarily a bad thing. You know well how hard it is to defy Inner State's orders. Green Flower, the Local Deity of New Land, is holding a Contract Book under Inner State's grip. If it cannot be retrieved, lives remain under Inner State's control.
Today, if you go to Ma Wu's territory to celebrate, by tomorrow, if Inner State suddenly turns hostile, Miss Chu should know the consequences."
Chu Yaoxian bowed her head in silence, she was indeed worried about this matter.
He Jiaqing continued, "I am one who loves making friends. To all friends, I treat as siblings. If Miss Chu is willing to be my friend, I will find a way to help retrieve the other half of the Contract Book for you."
Chu Yaoxian was taken aback: "Is this true?"
He Jiaqing nodded, "True indeed."
Chu Yaoxian did not rush to express her stance; retrieving a Contract Book from Inner State? Such a thing she had never heard of.
However, He Jiaqing was indeed not an ordinary person; he was capable of killing Zhang Gunli.
Outside Provinces sought him, Inner State sought him, even Green Flower wanted to kill him, yet he survived till today. Perhaps he truly has the capability.
Amidst her skepticism, Chu Yaoxian proposed a relatively easy problem: "My territory is adjacent to Flower Fairy Mansion and has some conflicts with Master Hua, Hua Manchun. If Young Master He can give some protection, this little woman would be extremely grateful."
He Jiaqing nodded, "I'll help you handle this matter. We'll immediately head to Flower Fairy Mansion. As long as you're willing to be my friend, I guarantee Hua Manchun won't dare trouble you anymore."
Upon hearing this, Chu Yaoxian felt slightly shy, "Then I should first thank Young Master He."
He Jiaqing said, "I mentioned earlier that I treat my friends as siblings. Can I address Miss Chu as sister? How does that sound to you?"
Chu Yaoxian bowed her head, "How can that be? Age aside, it's about reputation. Little sister should call you Big Brother He instead!"
PS: Retrieve the Contract Book from Inner State? Can it really be done?