After bidding farewell to Qi Xingyan, Lu Mingyuan fell into deep thought in the great hall.
'Is my father-in-law telling me to maintain a calm state of mind in the Cold Palace?'
'The title "Chess Attendant" must mean that even though he has retired, he's still observing the state of the world. That's why he was able to show up just in time to deal with the Champion Marquis's challenge.'
'If my father-in-law is already this powerful, just how capable is that National Preceptor from Nan Zhou?'
'Right now, both Qi Xingyan and the Champion Marquis are avoiding the war of succession. They aren't taking sides and are keeping a low profile. But since when did I become a safe harbor and a retirement home for them?'
