Chapter 170 - 169: Make Your Own Choice
Gu Zhan: "??"
He stared at Mo Beiyan, completely baffled. Why did Mo Beiyan’s thoughts jump around like that?
"Not yet..."
"That’s great," Mo Beiyan showed a sly smile, hooked an arm around Gu Zhan’s shoulders, and whispered, "Brother Gu, you’ve met my Ninth Sister, right? She’s gorgeous—the top beauty of Canglan Dao, big boobs, a round butt, great for having children."
Gu Zhan: "..."
"How about I play matchmaker for you?" Mo Beiyan said, "Even though, in terms of Yang Yuzhi, your generation is a bit lower, and technically you’d have to call my Ninth Sister ’Auntie,’ but hey, it doesn’t really matter, right? After all, you’re not of the same family line—at worst, everyone will just do their own thing. You call her Auntie, she calls you husband, I call you brother-in-law. Brother Gu, you’re not losing out here. Not only is my Ninth Sister beautiful, she’s got a strong power base and brings a hefty dowry."
Gu Zhan looked at Mo Beiyan in a daze, struggling to keep up with the way Mo Beiyan’s mind worked.
Mo Beiyan asked again, "Are you not interested because you think Ninth Sister is too old? Honestly, that’s not a problem. As they say, a woman three years older is worth holding onto like gold—so you’re just hugging a couple of gold bars at worst."
"Sigh," Mo Beiyan sighed and said, "Actually, it’s my fault too. If I were more capable, Ninth Sister wouldn’t have to hang out in those low circles day after day. The Bai Family suffered terribly—a plague nearly wiped them out.
Afterwards, my mother brought her and my eldest sister to Canglan City, raised them as her own daughters. It’s just a shame that Eldest Sister’s fate was bitter—she met Yang Yuzhi, wasted away in sorrow. And Ninth Sister, because of my mother’s dying wish, has been obsessed with making me the City Lord of Canglan, inheriting the leadership of Beidou Bang.
But, but I’m just a pile of useless mud—completely unhelpable. I know my own limits. If it comes to martial arts talent, well, with all the resources behind me in Canglan City, I’m already in my twenties and barely Innate. As for abilities... to be honest, if it weren’t for Ninth Sister, I’d have long been swallowed up by the undercurrents of Canglan City.
Honestly, Yu’Er is quite perceptive. Compared to my elder brothers, I’m just useless. But Ninth Sister has become obsessed—she only wants me to inherit Canglan City, never thinks about herself,
Brother Gu, I’m really worried that in the end, Ninth Sister will waste her whole life for me and end up with nothing. You’re a rare, talented youth—she’s written me so much about you in her letters. To make it from a small place to what you’ve achieved now, you really are incredible. If Ninth Sister is entrusted to you, I can rest assured,
I believe you can protect her for a lifetime. And to be honest, your personality suits hers. You’re both outstanding—you’re bold and fearless, a one-man army; she’s reserved but deep, wise beyond measure. Together, you’re unstoppable—one leads outside, one commands within, a perfect match!"
Gu Zhan stared at Mo Beiyan for a while, then asked, "Brother Mo, do you really trust me that much?"
Mo Beiyan shook his head and said, "I only know you, Brother Gu, from the materials Ninth Sister sent and our short chat just now. I can’t really judge what kind of person you are. But I trust Yang Yuzhi. In this world, anyone can be wrong about someone—but Yang Yuzhi never is,
If he was willing to use every favor he’s got to ask my father to help you, that means he truly values and trusts you. And I trust Yang Yuzhi—the young talents he admires will one day soar to the heavens!"
Gu Zhan frowned and asked, "Is Yang Yuzhi really that incredible?"
Mo Beiyan replied, "I don’t really know. I only met him once as a kid—not much of an impression. But my father’s generation all really respect and admire him. To win over those heroes as a mere scholar is proof enough he’s remarkable."
Gu Zhan nodded,
After all this time with Yang Yuzhi, the only impression he had was that Yang Yuzhi was unfathomable—impossible to read,
Of course, being a Prefect who could take part in a plot that shook the nation already said it all.
Gu Zhan asked, "So what are you planning to do?"
Mo Beiyan considered, then said, "Actually, when I got Ninth Sister’s letter, I already wanted to meet you.
Her intention was simple—she knew you have a strong personality, and once you set foot in Pingyang Prefecture, the Martial World there would be in turmoil. Her plan was for me to both protect you and take the opportunity to win over the major factions of Pingyang and lay a foundation.
But I don’t want to do that. I don’t want to keep letting myself be pushed around, don’t want more people to place their hopes on me. I just wanted to see you, check if you matched the image in my head,
And now that I’ve met you, you’re even more impressive than I imagined. So, I want to entrust Ninth Sister to you. Of course, if you don’t want that, that’s fine too—I’ll give anything I have in exchange for you protecting her life in the future."
Gu Zhan narrowed his eyes, saying, "You’re talking like you’re leaving your last words."
Mo Beiyan laughed, "Well, isn’t that what this is?
After my mother died, I was always overwhelmed, left relying on Ninth Sister to protect me—always hiding behind her whenever trouble came. Bullied and wronged, all I could do was swallow it. Even when my mother wasn’t allowed a Mo Family ancestral tablet, I didn’t dare speak up. I’ve been cowardly for too long.
I really suffered. I’ve never been ambitious. I hate rules and restrictions; I hate being caught up in intrigues and schemes. All I wanted was to be a carefree playboy. But I’ve let down too many people who died for me, especially Ninth Sister,
Suffering for so many years, I finally figured it out—the more I hesitate, the more people die or are disappointed because of me. So I’ve decided to take a trip to Canglan City!
I know I can’t win, but it doesn’t matter. I just want to risk everything one last time—to repay Ninth Sister and all those who once followed my mother. I want them to know, I saw everything they did for me.
After being a coward all these years, I want to live loud for once!"
Gu Zhan said gravely, "So, clearing out Shuixie Manor today was your declaration of war?"
"Exactly," Mo Beiyan laughed, "I killed those people in Canglan City to see. I’m done hiding like a rat. A man should have his moment, even if just once—even if it’s a death wish.
I also want Ninth Sister to know—I’m grown up now, I have my own ideas,
This time, I’m making my own choice!"
Gu Zhan felt a wave of emotion,
This Mo Beiyan really was a bit pitiful,
Born into such a world, he had his strings pulled by others since he was young—like a puppet.
Gu Zhan looked at Mo Beiyan and said slowly, "Actually, I’ve got another road you could take if you want to choose?"
"What road?" Mo Beiyan asked curiously.
Gu Zhan smiled faintly, and said, slowly:
"Walk with me,
Rebuild the Embroidered Uniform Guard, and bring order back to this Martial World!"