Chapter 28 Young Master of the Liu Family
The largest inn in Yuncheng, Yunlai Inn.
After traveling for most of the day, Ling Chen and his group finally arrived in Yuncheng and rested temporarily in this inn.
On the way, Ling Chen had already met three people besides Xu Ruoyan. The intimate man and woman who were obviously in a relationship were Fang Long and Yu Wei. The remaining young man in a black robe, who was about 27 or 28 years old, was named Huang Xuan and was also the most active person in the team.
Fang Long and Yu Wei were warriors at the ninth and eighth levels respectively, while Huang Xuan was a martial artist at the first level, so his cultivation was not bad.
There is only one reason why Huang Xuan is so active, and that is he wants to please Xu Ruoyan and take this opportunity to win the favor of the beauty.
Just imagine, regardless of how Xu Ruoyan looks, her identity as the daughter of the Palace Master of Tianxu Palace alone is enough to make people salivate.
"Junior Sister Xu, I have just inquired about the matter of the Ten Miles Fragrance from the City Lord's Mansion."
Huang Xuan seemed very enthusiastic. He looked at the other three people with a bit of complacency. "This flower thief has a certain pattern in his crimes. For example, he only targets beautiful women in the city. Some ladies from wealthy families and wives and concubines of prominent officials have all suffered..."
"If he doesn't target pretty girls, will he target ugly ones?"
Ling Chen glanced at the guy and couldn't help but complain.
"Get to the point."
Xu Ruoyan couldn't listen any longer and waved at Huang Xuan.
"All right."
Huang Xuan glanced at Ling Chen with some resentment. This guy was really abominable. He did nothing but picked on him. Just wait, sooner or later I will have the chance to make you cry.
"This flower thief has a certain pattern in his crimes, usually once every five to seven days. He does it without anyone noticing, and by the time someone finds out, it's usually too late."
"It seems that this 'Ten Miles of Fragrance' martial arts should be quite good, otherwise, after so many attempts, the Yuncheng government wouldn't have failed to find even the slightest clue."
Fang Long and Yu Wei said with some concern.
"Junior Sister Xu, please rest assured. With me, Huang Xuan, here, it will be easy to catch a mere flower thief." Huang Xuan said hurriedly.
Hearing this, Ling Chen was a little amused. What kind of people are in this women's group? With teammates like this, he didn't know if he could lead them.
"Are all the women who were violated by the flower thief still alive?"
Xu Ruoyan raised her head and asked solemnly.
"It is said that they are all missing. Just a few days ago, several rotting female corpses with wounds all over their bodies were found in the woods outside the city. They should be the missing women."
Huang Xuan's expression also became solemn. This flower thief not only steals flowers, but also kills people. The nature of this crime is even more serious.
"There is actually such a hateful pervert. If he falls into my hands, I will make sure he dies miserably."
Xu Ruoyan slammed her right hand on the table, obviously extremely angry.
"Well said, we must make sure this flower thief dies a miserable death."
At this moment, a gentle male voice was heard from outside the inn.
"who?"
Everyone looked outside the inn, and saw a very handsome young man in a green robe walking in with four or five followers.
"My name is Liu Chengfeng, nice to meet the five young heroes."
The green-robed young man bowed to the five people one after another. When his gaze fell on Xu Ruoyan, a look of surprise suddenly flashed in his eyes.
He had never seen such a beautiful woman in his life.
"Liu Chengfeng, could he be from the Liu family?"
Ling Chen's eyes moved slightly. Looking at the man's attire, he could guess something. It just so happened that the Liu family was the largest martial arts family in the entire Yuncheng. Its family status was even higher than that of the Yuncheng City Lord's Mansion.
"Exactly."
The smile on Liu Chengfeng's face became more gentle. "I heard that several young men from the Divine Will Sect had arrived in Yuncheng, so I rushed over immediately. Are you here to investigate the big case of the flower thief in Yuncheng?"
"Yes, Master Liu is indeed well-informed. We are here just for this matter."
There was a hint of spring in Yu Wei's eyes, and she became infatuated with him. It was obvious that she had been captured by Liu Chengfeng.
"In that case, I would like to invite you to stay at my mansion for a few days. I happen to have some important information about the flower thief 'Ten Miles of Fragrance', and I would like to share it with you." Liu Chengfeng looked very elegant, and his conversation and temperament all gave people a very good impression.
"Do you have any information about 'Ten Miles of Fragrance'?" Xu Ruoyan was still considering it, but after hearing this, she couldn't help but ask.
"Of course."
Liu Chengfeng's face straightened, and he was filled with indignation. "That flower-picking thief has been a scourge to the people of Yuncheng. I have long wanted to capture him. Even if I cut him into pieces, it would not be enough to vent my hatred. Unfortunately, he is too cunning, and our people are always one step slower."
"Is it really such a coincidence?"
Ling Chen picked up the tea on the table and took a sip, saying lightly.
"Ling Chen, what do you mean by this?"
Xu Ruoyan heard something unusual.
"Always a step late, are there really so many coincidences in this world?" Ling Chen did not point it out, but just asked another question.
"You mean, that flower thief has an accomplice?" Xu Ruoyan was not a stupid person. After Ling Chen said that, she also became suspicious.
"I'm just guessing. I need to ask Mr. Liu more about the specifics ."
Ling Chen looked towards Liu Chengfeng.
"This young master Ling is considering this," Liu Chengfeng's pupils shrank slightly , and he nodded, "but this is not the place to talk. Please move a little and go to my Liu family's mansion to discuss in detail. I have prepared the best food and wine and rooms for you."
"What do you guys think?"
Xu Ruoyan looked at the other people.
"Since Master Liu has invited us so graciously, Junior Sister Xu, we shouldn't refuse."
"Yes, and since Master Liu has information about the flower thief, we must learn more about him so that we can be more confident."
Huang Xuan and Fang Long both agreed very much. If one didn't stay in a luxurious free room and stayed in this inn instead, wouldn't that be stupid?
"Then I am sorry to bother you."
Xu Ruoyan stood up and clasped her hands together.
Seeing that Xu Ruoyan agreed, Liu Chengfeng smiled brightly. He led the way in front, and Huang Xuan, Fang Long and others followed him out of the inn.
Xu Ruoyan stood up from her seat, and just as she was about to catch up, she was pulled by Ling Chen.
Ling Chen leaned close to Xu Ruoyan's ear and whispered, "This Mr. Liu seems to be looking at you in a strange way. This person is a little too enthusiastic. I advise you to be careful. Be careful that you don't catch the flower thief before you get picked by others."
After saying that, Ling Chen quickly followed.
"Am I so useless in your eyes?"
Xu Ruoyan took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind, "This time I will really show you how I catch this flower thief and let you slap yourself in the face."
She found that Ling Chen had never taken her seriously since she came to Shenyi Sect, and even talked about breaking off the engagement lightly. This time, she wanted to let Ling Chen see her strength. She, Xu Ruoyan, was not a vase.
