C173 A Coincidence

Although the Duanmu and Helian families appeared amiable, their true intentions could not escape the discerning eye of the Shentu family patriarch. Without calling them out, he took his seat at the behest of Duanmu Chengwang. "I'm curious, Patriarch Shentu, what brings you to us today?" Duanmu Chengwang inquired, committed to playing his part convincingly.

"Ah