I fulfilled the female supporting role's wish and I succeeded

Chapter 209 Lotus Tower (35)

The carriage was moving slowly along the country road, and the wheels made a creaking sound as they rolled over the stones.

Li Xiangyi was sitting in the carriage, playing with a ring in his hand, which he had snatched from Xin Lei.

The ring is emerald green all over, the jade is warm and smooth, and it sparkles with a faint luster under the sunlight.

He handed the ring to Qiao Wanwan beside him and said, "Wanwan, look at the material of this ring. It seems to be unique to Yucheng."

Qiao Wanwan took the ring, examined it carefully, nodded, and said:

"It does look very similar. The jade from Yucheng has a unique texture, different from jade from other places. The jade on this ring is fine and its color is pure. It really looks like it came from Yucheng."

Li Xiangyi frowned slightly and said, "Xin Lei is from the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance, but his ring looks like it belongs to Jade City. Could it be that there are also members of the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance in Jade City?"

Qiao Wanwan pondered for a moment and said, "Perhaps it's just a coincidence, but it's also possible...the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance's influence has infiltrated Jade City."

Li Xiangyi sighed and said, "The Golden Yuan League is a huge force and acts in secret. It is not easy to completely eradicate it."

Qiao Wanwan held Li Xiangyi's hand and said softly:

"Xiang Yi, don't worry too much. We've already found Xin Lei, and this is an important clue. As long as we follow the clues, we will eventually find the flaws in the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance."

Li Xiangyi took Qiao Wanwan's hand, nodded, and said, "You're right. Now that we have this ring, we may be able to start from Yucheng and investigate the movements of the Golden Yuan League."

Qiao Wanwan said, "Then let's go to Yucheng soon. It's always good to have some news now. It's better than running around like headless flies."

Li Xiangyi smiled and said, "Okay, I'll do as you say. Once we get back to Lotus Tower, we'll get ready and set off for Jade City."

Qiao Wanwan snuggled in Li Xiangyi's arms and whispered, "Xiangyi, no matter what conspiracy the Golden Yuan League has, you still have me. Whatever they are planning, I will face it with you."

Li Xiangyi hugged Qiao Wanwan tightly, his heart filled with warmth and strength.

Outside the Lotus Tower, the setting sun dyed the sky golden.

Qiao Wanwan stood in front of the stove, skillfully stir-frying the dishes in the pot, and bursts of aroma wafted away.

"Knock knock knock—" There was a knock on the door.

Qiao Wanwan shouted, "Come in, the door is not closed."

Fang Duobing came in carrying two jars of wine and said with a smile, "Li Lianhua, I'm here to drink with you!"

Li Xiangyi came out of the room and saw the wine jar in Fang Duobing's hand. He smiled and said, "Young Master Fang, what are you doing?"

Fang Duobing placed the wine jar on the table and said, "Today we solved Xin Lei's case together. I'm so happy that I specially asked you to come have a drink to celebrate!"

Qiao Wanwan wiped her hands and walked out of the kitchen. Seeing Fang Duobing, she smiled and said, "Young Master Fang, you're here."

Fang Duobing quickly said, "Madam Li, sorry to bother you."

Qiao Wanwan waved her hand and said, "What's the matter with disturbing you? Since you're here, let's sit down and have a meal together."

Fang Duobing's eyes lit up and he said, "Then I will respectfully obey your command!"

The three of them sat around the table, and **Qiao Wanwan** brought up the prepared meals one by one.

Fang Duobing took a bite of the dish and put it in his mouth. His eyes widened immediately and he exclaimed in admiration: "Wow! This dish is so delicious! Madam Li, your cooking skills are amazing!"

Qiao Wanwan smiled and said, "Young Master Fang, as long as you like it. Come often in the future and I will cook for you."

Fang Duobing quickly said, "Of course, of course! Madam Li, from now on I'll call you Sister Luo. Calling you Madam Li feels strange."

Qiao Wanwan was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Okay, then I'll be bold and accept your call of 'Sister Luo'."

Fang Duobing smiled happily and said, "Sister Luo, today's meal is the most delicious I have ever eaten. Your cooking skills are really good!"

Li Xiangyi looked at Fang Duobing's fawning look and couldn't help laughing: "You flatterer, drink up!"

Fang Duobing chuckled, picked up his wine glass, and said, "Come on, Li Lianhua, Sister Luo, let's have a drink together!"

The three of them clinked their glasses and drank the wine in their glasses.

After three rounds of wine and five dishes, Fang Duobing was already a little tipsy. He looked at Li Xiangyi and Qiao Wanwan, his heart full of envy.

"Li Lianhua, Sister Luo, you are truly a perfect couple, so enviable!" Fang Duobing sighed.

Li Xiangyi smiled and said, "Young Master Fang, you are still young, and you will definitely find your soulmate in the future."

Fang Duobing sighed and said, "I would like to, but... Oh, forget it, let's drink!"

Li Xiangyi looked at Fang Duobing and felt a warm feeling in his heart. Although this young man was sometimes impulsive, he had a pure heart.

Seeing that Li Xiangyi didn't say anything, Fang Duobing thought he didn't believe it, so he hurriedly said, "Let me tell you, Li Lianhua, do you know that my master is the best in the world, the Sword God Li Xiangyi!"

Qiao Wanwan and Li Xiangyi exchanged a glance, and Li Xiangyi smiled and asked, "Are you really Li Xiangyi's apprentice?"

Fang Duobing said proudly, "Of course! Shan Gudao is my uncle. When I was little, I couldn't hold the sword steadily when practicing, so my master carved a wooden sword for me and encouraged me, saying that I would definitely become a great hero like him!"

As Fang Duobing spoke, a look of longing appeared on his face, as if he had returned to his childhood, the young man who was encouraged by Li Xiangyi.

Qiao Wanwan looked at Fang Duobing with some emotion in her heart. She said softly, "Huahua, it seems that you are really respected by others."

Li Xiangyi smiled, said nothing, and just patted Fang Duobing's shoulder gently.

Late at night, Fang Duobing was drunk and fell asleep on the table. Qiao Wanwan looked at Fang Duobing sleeping soundly and felt a little sorry for him.

She turned her head, looked at Li Xiangyi, and asked softly, "Huahua, is this Fang Duobing really your apprentice?"

Li Xiangyi glanced at Fang Duobing, a complex emotion flashed in his eyes, and he said softly:

"Seeing how hard he was training with his sword, it was just a joke, just to comfort him. I didn't expect that he was actually my senior brother's nephew."

Qiao Wanwan looked at Li Xiangyi in deep thought and knew that he was thinking of his senior brother Shan Gudao again.

She gently held Li Xiangyi's hand and said softly, "Huahua, don't be sad. Now that we have clues about the Golden Mandarin Duck Alliance, I believe we will find our brother's remains soon."

Li Xiangyi came back to his senses. He looked at Qiao Wanwan with gratitude in his eyes and said, "You're right. Why don't we set off at dawn?"

Qiao Wanwan glanced at Fang Duobing and asked, "Huahua, what about him? The road ahead is dangerous and there are too many unknowns. Should we take him with us?"

Li Xiangyi chuckled, a sly look flashing in his eyes. He said, "Why don't we secretly leave him on the roadside at daybreak?"

Qiao Wanwan laughed. She patted Li Xiangyi lightly and said angrily, "Oh, you, playing tricks on him like this. What will you do if he gets angry?"

Li Xiangyi smiled and said, "If he's angry, I'll just coax him again."

Qiao Wanwan shook her head helplessly. She knew that although Li Xiangyi said this, he was still concerned about Fang Duobing in his heart.