Shenwu Yutianlei

Chapter 171 Invitation

Shen Yun did not have to wait too long. The waiter acted very quickly and soon prepared a large bucket full of steaming hot water for Shen Yun to use for washing.

Shen Yun walked to the bucket with joy, took off his smelly clothes impatiently, and stepped into the bucket. He picked up the towel and gently wiped his body, feeling the warmth and comfort brought by the hot water. During the washing process, an idea suddenly flashed through Shen Yun's mind, and he muttered to himself: "Oh, if there is a gentle and beautiful girl to give me a massage at this time, it should feel very comfortable."

Just when Shen Yun had just finished washing himself and was about to change into clean clothes, a rhythmic knock on the door sounded, accompanied by a voice: "Master, are you there?"

When Shen Yun heard the voice, he was startled for a moment, then walked to the door and opened it. As soon as the door opened, he saw the guy who had prepared water for him standing outside.

Shen Yun looked at the guy in front of him calmly, with a little doubt in his eyes, and asked slowly: "What do you want to talk to me about?

When the waiter heard Shen Yun's question, he hurriedly bent down and saluted respectfully, then stood up, raised his head and looked at Shen Yun with sincere eyes, and said seriously: "Sir, my boss would like to invite you to the front hall to have a chat. I hope you can do me the honor." After that, the waiter stood there quietly, waiting for Shen Yun's reply.

Shen Yun frowned and thought for a moment, then continued to ask: "Who is your shopkeeper?"

The waiter smiled and replied, "You will know when you go there."

After hearing this, Shen Yun muttered to himself, "If you are being nice to me for no reason, you are either a traitor or a thief. What is your intention in inviting me to the front hall for no reason?"

When Shen Yun was about to refuse, the waiter beside him continued, "I think you have already met my boss."

"Oh?" Shen Yun's curiosity was indeed aroused. He had not been in Liuyun City for long. He thought carefully and could not remember where he had come into contact with the innkeeper. However, since he could not figure it out, he simply gave up thinking about it and went to see the situation first. So he said to the waiter, "Lead the way."

"Please come this way, sir." The waiter said respectfully, and then led the way, leading Shen Yun towards the front hall.

When Shen Yun followed the waiter's footsteps and slowly came to the front hall, he saw a woman sitting quietly in the hall. The woman had a pretty face and elegant temperament, and was followed by a well-behaved maid. Shen Yun took a closer look and found that this woman was the girl who had nodded to him twice before.

After the waiter brought Shen Yun here, he bowed to Shen Yun and the woman, then retreated silently.

Shen Yun looked at the woman in front of him and asked a question first: "Young lady, are you the owner of this inn?"

The woman smiled slightly and said with her red lips: "Please take a seat, sir. I would like to congratulate you on your improved cultivation." Lin Ruyi did not directly answer Shen Yun's question, but from her words and expression it could be seen that she did not deny it.

Shen Yun calmly sat down opposite Lin Ruyi, and then got straight to the point, asking in a calm tone, "I wonder why the young lady invited me today?"

"Don't worry, sir. Ruyi, like you, is a disciple of the Royal Academy. That's why I invited you here for a chat." Lin Ruyi said softly with a smile on her face.

"Oh? How did Miss Ruyi know that I was from the Imperial Academy?" Shen Yun couldn't help but raise his eyebrows and showed a puzzled look on his face. He was really curious. He thought to himself, I haven't introduced my identity to anyone, and I have only stayed in this inn for a short day. How could she know so clearly that I am a disciple of the Imperial Academy? Did she investigate him on purpose?

"Please don't mind, sir. These are Ruyi's presumptuous guesses. You are so young, but your every move reveals an extraordinary temperament, and your conversation is even more elegant. I think you must be from a wealthy family. In addition, you chose to stay in an inn instead of having a fixed residence in Liuyun City, so you must be from other cities and counties. Another thing is your talent for cultivation. I have observed carefully that you should be no more than 20 years old, but you have already reached the fourth level of the Foundation Establishment Realm. This outstanding talent can rank among the best even in a place like Liuyun City where there are so many talented people. But Ruyi knows and understands all the geniuses in the entire Liuyun City. In summary, Ruyi boldly guessed your identity." Lin Ruyi's face was gentle, and she looked at Shen Yun sincerely, and explained simply and orderly.

After hearing this, Shen Yun could not help but nod slightly, then clapped his hands gently, with a hint of admiration in his eyes, and continued: "I didn't expect that Miss Ruyi is not only as beautiful as a fairy, but also so smart and intelligent. I am Shen Yun, from Liucheng."

"Mr. Shen Yun is polite. My surname is Lin." Lin Ruyi said her name softly with a slight smile on her face.

"Mr. Shen Yun must have just arrived in Liuyun City. Ruyi has something to say to him." Lin Ruyi looked at Shen Yun gently and spoke slowly.

"Miss Lin, please feel free to speak." Shen Yun responded with a calm expression and a very gentle tone.

"Young Master, have you offended anyone these days?" Lin Ruyi frowned slightly and asked with a hint of concern.

"No." Shen Yun thought about it very seriously in his mind, frowned and thought for a long time before slowly saying, if there is really one, it is the young man who wanted to buy the lightning-struck wood at a high price before. Thinking of this, Shen Yun looked at Lin Ruyi with a somewhat inquiring look, as if he wanted to see some clues from her beautiful expression.

Seeing Shen Yun's expression, Lin Ruyi pursed her lips slightly, and then continued, "I think you should have guessed it. The man who clashed with Master Shen was Sun Duiqian, the second son of Sun Tonglu, the Junior Minister of the Imperial Academy. He had just broken through to the Foundation Establishment Realm a few days ago, and his father made some arrangements behind the scenes, which enabled him to obtain a place in the Imperial Academy. Now, as far as I know, he has arranged people to secretly follow him outside, and I think he is planning to harm Master Shen."

Lin Ruyi paused for a moment, then continued, "You and I are both disciples of the Imperial Academy. If Master Shen needs help with this matter, Ruyi can help. Given my friendship with Sun Duiqian, I think Sun Duiqian should give me some face."

When Shen Yun heard this, he suddenly realized what was going on. He understood that it was because of the incident of the wood struck by lightning that he had a grudge with the other party. No wonder this situation happened.