Afterward, he felt that the impact was unfavorable, so he intervened to mediate, hoping to reduce the matter from a major issue to a minor one, and then dissolve it. However, Huangfu Qi was too temperamental and didn’t give face to the Princely Heir of Beiliang, so he used some means to make Huangfu Qi uncomfortable.
As a result, unexpectedly, Huangfu Qi felt indignant and directly reported to the headquarters of the Heavenly Patrol Bureau, claiming that the Beiliang Royal Mansion marginalized him, which is simply laughable. Would the Beiliang Royal Mansion go out of its way to marginalize a mere Heavenly Patrol Bureau?
Speaking of this, Chen Yuan could sense Wei Wuque’s disdain for Huangfu Qi, the Heavenly Patrol Golden Envoy, although it was well concealed, such deep-seated emotions were impossible to hide from his eyes.
Later, the court dispatched Feng Jiuying, this Golden Envoy, to Beiliang. He was sensible and first established a good relationship with the Beiliang Royal Mansion, which led to the situation before.
Regarding what Wei Wuque said, Chen Yuan was naturally half-convinced because when discussing this matter, Wei Wuque shifted all the blame to Huangfu Qi, as if he himself was the victim.
But is this really the case?
Though Huangfu Qi was only briefly acquainted, he discerned some of his circumstances; quick-tempered, yes, but definitely not a fool. If things were as Wei Wuque claimed, he wouldn’t dismiss him without defusing the situation.
There must be deeper reasons involved.
However, none of this matters anymore.
Chen Yuan had no interest in getting to the bottom of things for Huangfu Qi, in seeking redemption for him, nor in souring relations with the Beiliang Royal Mansion, especially since Huangfu Qi had not been amicable with him before.
It was only because of his dominance that he had to choose submission.
"Had Brother Chen not come, Wei wouldn’t have been so magnanimous, but since Brother Chen has been appointed Liangzhou Golden Envoy, it would be inappropriate for Wei to be overly aggressive.
For Brother Chen’s sake, let’s put this matter to rest entirely."
Looking at Chen Yuan, Wei Wuque suddenly said so.
"In that case, thank you, Brother Wei."
Chen Yuan knew Wei Wuque wanted to befriend him, and indeed, his intention was also to drop the matter, after all, regardless, Huangfu Qi is an official of the court.
Driving him to death would certainly not be possible, it would only cause the court’s wrath, and even his father might scold him for not understanding the bigger picture.
Chen Yuan’s arrival coincidentally gave him an excuse, allowing Huangfu Qi to be grateful to him, as for the price, it was a minor favor Chen Yuan owed him.
Chen Yuan didn’t wish to owe this favor, but Wei Wuque had come to this point, not responding would also reflect poorly on him.
It can only be seen as a mutually beneficial scenario.
Through this conflict resolution, both Chen Yuan and Wei Wuque forged a good relationship. Huangfu Qi would be grateful to Chen Yuan, and the Heavenly Patrol Bureau wouldn’t cause any more issues, which was also Wei Wuque’s implicit promise to Chen Yuan.
After discussing this matter, Chen Yuan sought other excuses, turning the conversation to Wei Wuque’s Core Formation, noting his ability to reach Core Formation now with a stable foundation was certainly not an easy feat.
In Chen Yuan’s perception, the opponent’s aura had roughly reached the peak of Void Core, which suggests in achieving this realm, King Liang afforded him numerous spiritual objects.
His profound background was unattainable.
Faced with Chen Yuan’s praise, Wei Wuque was naturally very humble, claiming he fell far short compared to Brother Chen.
After a round of reciprocal flattery, Chen Yuan probingly asked about Wei Wuque’s Core Formation, whether there were any phenomena, but the response was none, uncertain if it was true or fabricated.
After all, Chen Yuan hadn’t personally observed his breakthrough.
The two continued their casual conversation until near dusk; seeing the mildly reddening sunset, Wei Wuque stood and said:
"Brother Chen, the day is far spent, Wei has already arranged a banquet in the mansion. Please oblige me and do not decline."
Chen Yuan’s gaze flickered, faced with Wei Wuque’s generous invitation, he pondered for a moment before saying:
"Then I shall impose."
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Inside the Beiliang Royal Mansion, Wei Wuque indeed prepared a lavish feast for Chen Yuan, featuring delicacies of wild and exquisite flavors, including fine wines from the Western Regions.
Exotic treasures from overseas and some exotic treasures of the Northern Barbarians.
This single banquet, Chen Yuan estimated to be worth no less than ten Primordial Crystals, truly of high value, reminiscent of the time he exterminated a formidable enemy from Gold Mountain Monastery, only receiving such Primordial Crystals afterward.
As one’s status rises, those objects once highly coveted are now easily obtainable.
After a few rounds of drinks and five flavors of dishes.
Wei Wuque clapped his hands, ushering in from outside a procession of gracefully charming women, each one could be considered uniquely chosen, in figure and appearance.
Yet for a moment, Chen Yuan was somewhat at a loss for words.
Since the women were all mature and none were young maidens...
"Wei knows Brother Chen’s preferences, in these past few days this has impeded inviting Brother Chen, searching across Liangzhou for these beauties, today finally assembled.
Among them, there are daughters of royal lineage from the Barbarians Clan, the Oiran of Liangzhou, and beauties from the Western Regions, all prepared for Brother Chen."
Wei Wuque smiled at Chen Yuan, a look of mutual understanding.
Chen Yuan smiled wryly, puzzled why such rumors circulated in Jianghu, perhaps due to Lady Xu of Tangshan? Even so, that Lady was still a maiden.
As for Yang Noble Consort, they only exchanged platitudes, things assuredly wouldn’t spread.