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Over there, Black Crow was still begging for mercy, but his expression remained nonchalant, purely to amuse his Master of the Building. He had made a discovery: ever since entering this forbidden area, his Master of the Building seemed to have shed that layer of cold protection, becoming somewhat more approachable and neighborly.
What about him? Clearly just a girl who had just come of age, yet she insisted on putting on a precocious facade that was truly heart-wrenching... Although he didn't know why the Master of the Building had changed, it must have something to do with that Desolate King.
"Let's go," Qi Mo said lightly, adjusting his sleeves as he walked ahead. Leyang followed behind, unable to resist wiping the sweat from his forehead.
Su Peijiu frowned at Qi Mo, who had once again become oddly unpredictable, cursing inwardly, "He's even more changeable than June."
"We should also move quickly to find the Su Family members." With Black Crow in tow, they followed along.
Not long after walking, they indeed spotted an Ancient Tower in the distance, dark and ominous, which looked somewhat eerie from afar.
"Is this it? Why does it feel so heavy with negative energy?" Su Peijiu frowned and subconsciously touched her Silver Ring. Hopefully, they wouldn't encounter anything strange like last time.
"The heavy negative energy is natural because it has been submerged at the bottom of the lake for years without sunlight," Black Crow explained.
Su Peijiu nodded, her gaze involuntarily drifting back to Qi Mo. He stood to Leyang's left front, his deep-set eyes fixed on the Ancient Tower ahead. Though he said nothing, there was an aura around him that set him apart.
"Master of the Building, you’re drooling..." Black Crow rolled his eyes and reminded him.
Su Peijiu threw her bag at him, a faint blush on her face. "Shut up!"
After hitting Black Crow, she secretly glanced at Qi Mo again and accidentally fell into a pool of teasing shadows. She felt as if everything was about to collapse...
She didn’t know what was wrong with her today; she kept wanting to stare at him. If she couldn’t see him, she felt anxious, as if her body was reacting on its own. He was like a guiding star that she needed to see in order to feel at ease.
Perhaps it was because he had the highest martial arts skills among everyone that she must have been seeking a sense of security... Yes, that must be it...
"Let's go, Master of the Building, your man has already gone in," Black Crow urged.
Su Peijiu shot him a fierce glare: "Just because you’re not talking doesn’t mean I think you’re mute!" She quickly walked ahead.
"Tsk tsk... A woman like her can't be kept, that's probably our Master of the Building," Black Crow laughed with those around him, attracting a lot of attention. He shrugged and said, "Come on, we can't fall behind Master of the Building again, or we'll get scolded."
...
Nangong Xiang watched as Flower Mother and Hua Qian moved into Youlan Residence with great pomp, nearly twisting her handkerchief in frustration.
"What a shameless old woman, still thinking about seducing Chu Xin!" Her originally gentle eyes turned venomous at this moment. She bit her lip and coldly snorted: "...Not a chance! Don't think about it in the past, don't think about it now, and definitely don't think about it in the future!!"
"Madam, don’t let yourself get upset over such a minor defeat; he’s just a defeated foe, not worth your concern," Nangong Xiang's personal maid said as she reached out to pat the child who had grown up seeing her, her expression equally venomous.
"The maid is right; he’s just a defeated foe." Hearing the maid's words, Nangong Xiang's expression softened somewhat. She reached out to twist off a rose and threw it harshly to the ground, snorting coldly: "I want to see how this delicate flower turns into a withered one and still manages to be charming!"
Youlan Residence.
Hua Qian relayed all of Nangong Xiang's words that she had heard from the garden to Flower Mother, her expression filled with unprecedented disgust.
Flower Mother remained much calmer. She was carefully dyeing a bud with her nail polish and then blew on it before looking at it from a distance, smiling: "Does it look good, Qian?"
"Isn't Flower Mother worried? That woman is out to get you," Hua Qian said, unable to calm down. She already disliked Cangjian Villa; last time Master of the Building came back with serious internal injuries, and now Flower Mother was here, and she heard that there was a woman plotting against her.
This place is simply a land of disasters!
Flower Mother squinted as she examined the color of her nails, growing fonder with each glance, a smile creeping onto her face. She slowly withdrew her hand and said, "This place is my birthplace." That was all she revealed.
Hua Qian paused for a moment, realizing that Cangjian Villa was Flower Mother's territory. Even though she hadn't returned in over a decade, her roots were still there. As an outsider who had lived here for over ten years, there were certain hidden matters that she could not access or know, and Xiao Chuxin would not let her find out either.
Hua Qian nodded and fell silent.
As her nails dried, Flower Mother reached out to tidy up the items on the table and looked toward the setting sun. She wondered if the Master of the Building and the others had found anything. However, it was better to let her vent first. As long as Nangong Xiang remained, she could not forgive herself for the child that had died in her womb!
"Qian, do you have any undetectable poison?" Her expression was very calm.
Hua Qian cautiously took out a small red bottle from her bosom, looking sly. "This poison, just a sprinkle of it, is like putting half a foot into a coffin. The symptoms are mild; it will only make one feel warm."
It was June now, and soon it would be July; the heat was indeed coming. Therefore, the medicine Hua Qian brought out was quite suitable.
"You really are clever," Flower Mother said with a smile as she tucked the medicine back into Hua Qian's bosom, who wore a proud expression.
During dinner time, Flower Mother had a simple meal at home with Spend Money. After finishing, she told Hua Qian to rest early.
"Flower Mother, what about you? Aren't you going to rest early?"
Flower Mother replied mysteriously, "I still have to go perform a play later."
There was an unwritten rule at Cangjian Villa that dinner must wait until it was completely dark and everyone was present before starting.
According to Bright Day, Xiao Chuxin must have sent someone to invite her over.
“Knock knock... Is the young lady in? Zhuang Master requests the young lady to dine in the front courtyard.” Just as the thought settled, the knocking sound rang out.
Flower Mother opened the door at Hua Qian's admiring request and saw a young lady with a delicate appearance. “Got it, I will go with you right away.”
“There is another young lady, isn't she coming?” The young lady was quite considerate.
Flower Mother stepped outside and closed the door. She smiled and said, “She is feeling a bit unwell, so she won't be joining us.”
“Please this way, young lady.” The young lady led the way ahead, showing good manners. Flower Mother followed behind, smiling gently.
Nangong Xiang, oh Nangong Xiang, if I were to reignite that dead ember, could your Cangjian Villa's Madam Zhuang still sit steadily?
This path to the front courtyard was one she had walked countless times.
Upon reaching the front courtyard, she saw family members sitting together in layers. She smiled and greeted each one. Although most of them no longer recognized her as Flower Mother, there were still those who cared for her, like the elderly Elder Xu with his white hair.
“Is that Flower Mother?” Elder Xu trembled as he stood up, somewhat incredulous.
Flower Mother nodded with slightly reddened eyes: “Yes, Flower Mother has returned.”
“Great... It's good to be back.” A hint of mist appeared in Elder Xu's cloudy eyes as he was helped back down by those beside him.
Meanwhile, Nangong Xiang, seeing the usually indifferent Elder Xu stand up to welcome Flower Mother, felt her heart stir uneasily. She then called out, “Sister, come sit over here.” The seat was below hers.
Flower Mother didn't care where to sit, but as she walked over, she was pulled by Xiao Chuxin. She looked at him and paused, puzzled.
"Sit next to me. It's been many years; we should have a good chat."
"Okay." An Ran took a seat next to Xiao Chuxin.
Nangong Xiang suddenly clenched her hand hidden in her sleeve!
They were all children of the rivers and lakes, and there were no rules about not speaking while eating. The atmosphere at the dining table was lively and relaxed, which was the most bustling and comfortable time at Cangjian Villa. If someone were to attack at this moment, it was highly likely that Cangjian Villa would suffer significant injuries.
However, even so, they still adhered to this custom, although Flower Mother still didn't understand why.
"Come on, let's have a toast!" Xiao Chuxin was clearly in high spirits, standing up with his cup raised to everyone before downing it all.
Flower Mother followed suit and drank it all as well, and everyone applauded in approval. Nangong Xiang, being a lady from a prominent family, wasn't very skilled at drinking, so she could only sip lightly; downing it all in one go was absolutely out of the question.
After three rounds of drinks, Xiao Chuxin was obviously getting tipsy. Nangong Xiang, playing the role of a good wife, pulled him back: "Zhuang Master, drink less; it's not good for your health."
"No... I'm happy." He pushed away Nangong Xiang's hand that was pulling him: "Let go... I'm happy that Flower Mother is back, hahaha..."
Flower Mother just smiled and remained silent at the table. Over there, Elder Xu, due to his limited mobility, could only watch from afar. Flower Mother smiled and nodded at him, making the old man nearly tear up with joy.
"Flower Mother, this time you must stay longer. I, Xiao Chuxin, will definitely find you a suitable husband!" His face was slightly red; although he had become Zhuang Master and had calmed down a bit, he had once been wild in his youth. After drinking, his true nature was revealed.
"Alright." Flower Mother smiled as she pulled him down to sit back in his chair. Xiao Chuxin really did stay seated this time. This scene made Nangong Xiang grit her teeth in frustration.
"I'll wait for you to find me a suitable husband. If you can't find one, I'll just stay at Cangjian Villa and not leave," Flower Mother said, deliberately exaggerating.
Xiao Chuxin nodded, "I won't leave... Cangjian Villa will take care of you."
"How can that be? Sister is still a young lady; how can she stay at Cangjian Villa forever? A girl must eventually get married... Zhuang Master, please don't make things difficult for her," Nangong Xiang quickly interjected, leaning towards Xiao Chuxin, intending to pull him back.
Xiao Chuxin's eyes flashed with impatience. He picked up the wine cup on the table and drank it all in one go, slamming it down onto the table: "Can’t Cangjian Villa support one person? Why are you worrying so much?!"
Nangong Xiang's face turned red and pale from being scolded, and her gaze towards Flower Mother became even more venomous.
It was all because of this woman that Xiao Chuxin, who had always treated her with respect, dared to yell at her in front of so many people!! Everything was because this Flower Mother had appeared!!
I will never let you off! Since I could harm you once, I can do it again!
Bring it on!
Flower Mother and Nangong Xiang's gazes crossed, sparking with tension...
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