"The Lu and Gu families clashed fiercely, even their respective patriarchs personally intervened, nearly sinking the imperial capital."
"Ultimately, it even alarmed the mysterious and unpredictable Great Xia Emperor, who intervened..."
Lu Qian's eyes were filled with astonishment; clearly, the situation in this second simulation far exceeded his expectations.
According to his original plan, after receiving the "message for help,"
at most, his elder brother, Lu Shou, would take action against Gu Ao, this spoiled brat, to teach him a lesson and incidentally alert the mastermind.
After all, the initial assassination attempt in the second simulation had failed.
In this situation, the conflict would only be confined to the clashes between "juniors," preventing a large-scale outbreak.
But what happened next far exceeded his imagination.
Not only his elder brother, Lu Shou, but also his father and the Lu family patriarch, almost the entire family mobilized, seemingly determined to settle a blood debt and seek justice.
This reaction was far too intense, far too abnormal.
It should be noted that the Lu family's Celestial Ancestor hadn't shown his face for decades, remaining extremely mysterious and in seclusion.
Now, however, he had suddenly emerged from seclusion because of him.
He even went so far as to declare his intention to destroy the Gu family.
Lu Qian didn't believe his value was that high.
He wasn't even the Lu family's heir; he was merely the second son.
And the Gu family of Great Xia was also a Celestial Family, on the same level as the Lu family.
The Lu family's reaction was truly excessive.
According to Lu Zhong's description in the villain simulator, the Lu family suffered heavy losses and many deaths in this infighting.
Although kinship played a role, he still believed there were other reasons.
"So it seems the Lu family, my elder brother, my father, and even the patriarch are truly sincere towards me, without a single problem."
"And the reason they reacted so strongly, could it be that they already knew I possessed the 'Supreme Emperor Bone'?!"
Lu Qian felt as if the road ahead was shrouded in mist, impossible to see clearly.
Thinking back carefully, it seemed that for the past eighteen years, his treatment within the Lu family had been almost the highest.
Even compared to his elder brother, Lu Shou, he was in no way inferior.
Whatever he did, whatever he wanted, was always granted.
Even after he had blown two heads off Gu Ao, that spoiled brat, the Lu family hadn't reprimanded him.
Their first reaction upon returning home was to ask if he was injured.
Only then were they sent to Shanghai to enjoy a good vacation, without worrying about any consequences.
The Lu family would take responsibility for any problems that might arise.
"Before, when I was in the thick of it, I didn't think much of it, but now, thinking about it carefully, I see the clues."
"The Lu family's attitude towards me isn't like that of a second son of a family. They're not only excessively kind, but even indulgent and spoiling, as if they're treating someone with a special status…"
Lu Qian muttered to himself, seemingly already having a guess.
At this moment, his attention remained focused on the "Villain Simulator."
[Having heard about the dramatic changes in the Great Xia capital, you have begun to realize the special and unusual nature of your own identity. You have begun to question your Lu family bloodline?!]
[Lu Zhong said that the family has sent a message instructing you to remain in Shanghai for the time being and not return. Be careful of the Gu family and wait until the family has settled things before returning.]
[Due to the war between the Lu and Gu families, it's difficult to send high-level experts to Shanghai. However, to protect your safety, your elder brother, Lu Shou, went to great lengths to send you a "Life-Saving Blood Escape Talisman." It can block a fatal attack in a critical moment and teleport you thousands of miles away.]
"Life-Saving Blood Escape Talisman!"
Lu Qian was shocked.
This was a powerful talisman of the Celestial level.
It required the heart's blood of a Celestial-level [Blood Demon Bat] as the main ingredient, animal hide as the talisman skin, and finally, the work of a talisman master.
The success rate was less than one percent.
Even Celestial-level ancestors coveted such a life-saving artifact.
In a critical moment, it could mean an extra life.
His own elder brother had actually sent it to him.
He could already imagine the price his brother had paid.
This truly meant he was a brother!
[You were moved and accepted the "Life-Saving Blood Escape Talisman" from Lu Zhong, carefully keeping it close to your body and secretly vowing to repay it a thousandfold upon achieving success in its cultivation.]
[After learning about the situation in the capital of Great Xia, you calmed yourself before inquiring about the situation in Shanghai.]
[Five days ago, you instructed the Li family, one of the four major families in Shanghai with marriage ties to the Lu family, to investigate the Zhao family. You were told to be arrogant and take direct action, and also to strike at the Liu family, forcing them to hand over Ye Chen, the protagonist of destiny and bodyguard of the Dragon King.]
[Regarding this, Lu Zhong stated: "Young Master Lu, when you previously instructed the Li family to investigate the Zhao family, they were somewhat reluctant and not very proactive. However, since the patriarch and the family head took action against the Gu family, their attitude has changed, and they have directly launched attacks on the Zhao family from all sides."]
[The other two of Shanghai's four major families, the Wu family and the Lin family, have chosen neutrality and have not intervened.]
[Currently, these two major families in Shanghai are locked in a fierce battle, but the Zhao family seems to know that this is your doing and has not dared to counterattack, instead adopting a completely defensive posture.]
[As for the Liu family? When the Liu family patriarch learned that his daughter Liu Ruyue's bodyguard, Ye Chen, had offended Lu Qian, he was terrified and wanted nothing more than to kidnap Ye Chen and bring him in as an apology.]
[However, although Ye Chen had lost an arm, he was still incredibly resilient. He caused a scene at the Liu family's residence and ultimately escaped, disappearing without a trace and becoming a wanted man throughout Shanghai...]
[Because they haven't caught Ye Chen, the Liu family's situation isn't very good right now. They fear being blamed by the Lu family behind you and are constantly trying to get your forgiveness.]
"Young Master Lu, the Zhao family has arrived, and Liu Ruyue, the daughter of the Liu family, is outside. They both want to meet with you."
Lu Zhong spoke meaningfully.
You understood immediately. The Zhao family clearly knows you instigated the Li family against them and wants to explain? The Liu family, on the other hand, wants to use Liu Ruyue to appease your anger and avoid implicating them.
At this moment, although you are like an ant in the eyes of those bigwigs in the capital, in Shanghai, you are a terrifying super villain in the eyes of countless people, who are afraid to offend you.
[After some thought, you've decided to accept the Liu family's offer. After all, why refuse something offered to you? Besides, you're a reasonable person. As for the Zhao family? No rush, let them wait a bit longer!]
["Let the Zhao family stay outside. As for Liu Ruyue, bring her in first."]
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