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In the dead of night, the entire Wuding Marquisate was shrouded in darkness. Shen Wanzhou donned a set of night clothes, tying her long hair back, transforming her into a figure of elegance and strength, far removed from the image of a frail woman.
With a bundle slung over her shoulder and a dagger in hand, she quietly slipped out of her room. The courtyard was eerily silent, only occasionally interrupted by the chirping of insects. Shen Wanzhou cautiously made her way toward the gate, guided by the faint moonlight.
Just as she was about to reach the entrance, a cold voice suddenly rang out from behind her: "Stop!"
Shen Wanzhou's heart sank as she spun around to see Chen Yuantu clad in black, holding a longsword and staring at her with icy intensity. Behind him stood dozens of fully armed guards, surrounding her completely.
"Where do you think you're going?" Chen Yuantu's voice was chilling, like a death knell from hell.
Shen Wanzhou felt a wave of despair wash over her; it seemed she had underestimated Chen Yuantu's ruthlessness. He had anticipated her escape and was waiting for her here!
"What? No response? Lost your voice?" Chen Yuantu stepped closer, a cruel smile curling at his lips. "Since you want to leave, let this Lord send you on your way!"
He raised his sword high, its blade aimed directly at Shen Wanzhou's heart. The sword carried an overwhelming aura of death as it lunged toward her. In that moment, Shen Wanzhou could feel the icy chill radiating from the blade.
A deep sense of hopelessness enveloped her. Over the years, she had supported Chen Yuantu with all her might, helping him reach Innate level cultivation. Such strength against someone who had just advanced to Coagulation was akin to crushing an ant.
Was today truly the day she and her child would meet their end?
Yet, contrary to her expectations, the pain did not come. A powerful pressure suddenly descended upon the courtyard, as if a giant beast had awakened, bringing with it an oppressive force that left one breathless.
Chen Yuantu's sword halted involuntarily for a moment. It was this brief pause that ignited a flicker of hope within Shen Wanzhou.
She opened her eyes wide and moved like a wraith, narrowly evading the deadly strike. Confusion filled her heart; she could sense that her movements were smoother than ever before, far exceeding her usual capabilities.
Could it be the Critical Moment that awakened her latent potential? She was unaware that within her, a faint consciousness was exerting all its strength to draw upon the thin Vital Energy, fighting for this fleeting chance at life.
Chen Yuantu was taken aback by the sudden pressure, his heart racing as he nearly dropped his sword. He looked around in confusion but saw nothing unusual. Who was it? Hiding in the shadows doesn’t make one a hero, he shouted with a mix of fear and bravado.
In response, only the sound of the night wind rustling through the leaves could be heard.
Shen Wanzhou was still shaken; she knew that her survival this time depended entirely on this mysterious force. But where did this power come from? Just then, she felt a familiar warmth in her abdomen. This warmth appeared every time she practiced; it was the fetus absorbing her Vital Energy.
Could it be that the child was protecting her? Shen Wanzhou's heart stirred as she looked down at her belly. Through her thin clothing, she seemed to see a faint glow flickering within her. That light emanated from a baby no longer than a finger.
The baby curled up in the amniotic fluid, eyes tightly shut, brows slightly furrowed as if experiencing some kind of pain. Its tiny hands were clenched tightly, as if trying to grasp something desperately. With each movement, pure Vital Energy surged from her body, flowing through the umbilical cord and continuously supplying Shen Wanzhou.
This Vital Energy was indeed the source of the powerful force she had just felt! After struggling for a while, the baby finally succumbed to sleep, completely unaware of another baby who was curiously watching her.
That baby was Chen Li. He too shimmered with a layer of golden light. All the Vital Energy he cultivated flowed through the umbilical cord into Shen Qingyue’s embryo.
Looking at the little girl sleeping soundly before him, Chen Li felt drowsy as well. Just before his consciousness faded, he thought to himself: My little sister has quite the temper, but I like it! Now Mother should have a way to deal with Scumbag Dad!
Though they were merely infants, both could sense their mother’s peril.
In a moment of crisis, the two siblings unexpectedly connected, drawing upon their innate vitality to unleash a wave of pressure that bought their mother precious time.
Shen Wanzhou steadied herself, feeling a surge of emotion within her. One hand rested on her abdomen, and a wave of warmth washed over her heart.
Children, are you helping your mother?
Rest assured! No matter how difficult it may be, I will protect you and ensure your safe arrival into this world!
As this thought arose, she focused her mind and flipped her hand over, revealing a warm jade pendant that had appeared in her palm.
The pendant was translucent and radiated a faint crimson glow, clearly not an ordinary object.
Chen Yuantu, if I die here in the Wuding Marquisate, this Soul-absorbing Shadow-catching Jade Disk will immediately reveal the memories of my death along with my children to the entire capital.
At that time, your future will surely be ruined! You will also have to face the Shen Family's furious retaliation!
Shen Wanzhou coldly fixed her gaze on Chen Yuantu, speaking each word with precision.
Chen Yuantu's expression turned grim; he had intended to strike again but found himself frozen. He never expected that Shen Wanzhou would possess such a trump card.
The Soul-absorbing Shadow-catching Jade Disk was a legendary treasure capable of sealing memories within its jade surface. If its holder were to die, the disk would automatically reveal those sealed memories to the public.
Even someone as powerful as him could not destroy the memories contained within the jade disk! If Shen Wanzhou truly died here, all his actions would be exposed!
At that point, everything he had worked so hard for would turn to ashes. Yet, if he simply let Shen Wanzhou go, he couldn't swallow that humiliation!
Do you think this can threaten me? Chen Yuantu suppressed his fury, his gaze darkening. Do you really think I fear the Shen Family?
I know you don't fear us at all, Shen Wanzhou met his gaze without flinching. But are you willing to give up everything you've painstakingly built for the sake of killing me? Your power, your status, your ambition—are you truly ready to abandon it all?
Chen Yuantu fell silent.
Shen Wanzhou's words pierced him like sharp needles, striking deep into his heart.
He could not bear to lose it all!
After all his scheming and careful planning to reach his current position, how could he willingly let it all come crashing down?
What do you want? Chen Yuantu gritted his teeth and asked.
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