The mansion was peaceful during the day, and no one knew about Tian Mei’s visit last night. To prevent worry, I chose not to mention it. Jing Lei’s injury was healing slowly, and recovery would take about a month. Although Xiao Yao’s martial arts were weaker, his injuries were minor.
Three days passed without Tian Mei’s return, leading me to relax, though I worried about the people from Chiya Kingdom who had not returned and sent no message. Just as I became anxious, three figures suddenly appeared in the sky, followed by a sweeping sword light. Before I could comprehend the situation, fighting erupted around me.
I was shocked to discover it was the Tang family’s three sisters!
At that moment, their eyes were filled with killing intent, their sword strikes swift and ruthless. Xiao Yao and Nan Gong Mo struggled against the three women, and Jing Lei was injured. As one sword nearly grazed Xiao Yao’s chest, I panicked and stepped in front of him.
“Move!” Tang Ying Ying’s sword almost pierced me but suddenly stopped. Her eyes blazed with anger, “Don’t think I won’t hurt you. If not for the hall master’s orders, you wouldn’t survive!”
“What did he make you do?”
“Do what?” Tang Ying Ying replied with a gloomy smile, “Perhaps the hall master likes you and wants to eliminate these men!”
“Tang Liu Li!” I called out hatefully. Tian Mei was too cruel.
“My lady,” she smiled lightly, “I am Ying Yao of the Right Wing Hall.”
“Ying Yao, stop wasting words. Quick victory!” Tang Liu Li stated coldly.
“Don’t order me!” Ying Yao shot her a cold glance, then turned her sword to strike again.
“Be careful!” Nan Gong Mo suddenly pulled me away, blocking Ying Yao’s sword. He then nervously asked, “Xiao Ai, are you okay?”
“I’m fine.” I felt frustrated. In the past, I wouldn’t have been afraid of them, but now, due to my pregnancy, I couldn’t use my palm strikes for fear of harming my child.
“I’ll deal with the one who doesn’t know martial arts,” said Tang Xiao Meng, looking mischievous.
“Don’t you dare hurt him!” I stood protectively in front of the little rascal, glaring at her. “Who are you?”
“Me?” Tang Xiao Meng pointed playfully to the side. “Is that even a question? I’m just like them.”
“How is that possible? Tian Mei only has two yao by his side, you…”
“You don’t know this,” she laughed. “I’m Meng Yao, usually appearing only in dreams. Once you see me, you’ll sleep for a lifetime.”
I looked at her in shock. There was actually a third yao, and the most powerful one.
“Meng Yao? Let me see your skills!” Bai Yu Qing said, causing Tang Xiao Meng’s body to stiffen.
“You… aren’t you in Chiya?” She avoided eye contact.
“Hmph! Didn’t expect you’d play me. Today, we’ll settle our score!” Bai Yu Qing raised her sword.
Tang Xiao Meng’s mouth twitched. “Fine!” They began to fight.
Meanwhile, Tang Ying Ying and Mo Shui Han were locked in a staredown. Tang Ying Ying’s eyes reflected pain and helplessness, while Mo Shui Han’s were filled with hatred.
“I once said, whoever is unfaithful will die by the other’s hand. Do you remember?” Mo Shui Han asked coldly.
Tang Ying Ying silently nodded.
“So today, either you die or I perish!”
Tang Ying Ying looked hesitant, her sword-holding hand trembling.
“What are you waiting for? Forgot the hall master’s orders?” Tang Liu Li reminded coldly.
“I dare not forget!” Tang Ying Ying tightened her eyebrows and thrust her sword forward.
I watched anxiously. Bai Yu Qing clearly wasn’t a match for Tang Xiao Meng, potentially holding back due to her feelings. On Mo Shui Han’s side, their abilities were evenly matched. Seeing this, Tang Liu Li abandoned her confrontation with Nan Gong Mo to attack Mo Shui Han.
My lady, this…” Kong Jue appeared anxious yet helpless.
“If this continues, we’ll suffer a loss. These three demons are not ordinary in their power.” Jing Lei, suffering from internal injuries, could only clench his fist in frustration.
“Yu Qing.” Tang Xiaomeng called out anxiously and stabbed her sword into Bai Yuqing’s arm.
“Don’t call me!” Bai Yuqing gritted her teeth and pulled her arm away from the sword, blood flowing. Tang Xiaomeng shed tears. Bai Yu raised her eyes and asked, “If Tian Mei ordered you to kill me, what would you do?”
Tang Xiaomeng was silent for a moment before responding, “Follow orders!”
“Hehe… what a good ‘follow orders’!”
Bai Yuqing smiled self-mockingly and coldly said, “Kill me now, or don’t blame me for being heartless later!”
“Without the hall master’s command, I won’t kill you!” Tang Xiaomeng replied and flew away.
“Ying Yao, don’t show mercy!” Tang Liuli shouted, grabbing Tang Ying Ying’s hand. “Let’s go!”
Mo Shuihen’s face darkened as he stared at the disappearing figures, unable to come to his senses.
“Yu Qing, come inside first.” His injuries didn’t seem severe, but the emotional wounds lingered. Only two men had returned, and with Qiao Ruos returning, things would likely intensify. Tang Liuli seemed particularly ruthless, and he hoped Qiao Ruos would handle it well.
“Didn’t you go to Chiyan?” Jing Lei asked Mo Shuihen, puzzled.
“We followed their carriage and stayed outside Silver Sun City for a few days. Something felt off, and they didn’t go to Chiyan but turned back.”
“I’m worried about those in Chiyan. We haven’t heard from them, and today, Tian Mei sent people after you. They might be in danger,” Mo Shuihen said, holding his head in pain.
“Little Ai Ai, are you okay? You don’t look good.” Little Punk said, “You should rest…”
“Little Ai, don’t worry.”
They’ll be fine,” Nan Gong Mo sighed. Everyone knew Chiyan was more dangerous than here.
Tian Mei, what are you planning? His mysterious departure that night raises questions.
[Text: Chapter Sixteen – Tian Mei’s Arrogance]
While eating, a fight erupted in the courtyard. Everyone at the table looked at each other and rushed outside. The scene was intense. Those from Chiyan had returned with many enemies. A male and female duo caught my attention. After a moment, I recognized them as Ma Wei and Deng Weier, using the same sword technique but with different momentum, creating a formidable presence.
As the fight intensified, Tian Mei arrived, accompanied by the three little demons. Ma Wei and Deng Weier ceased fighting, and the courtyard fell silent.
“My lady, I specially came to visit. Won’t you invite me for tea?” Tian Mei laughed softly, walking into the house. “Oh, the family is having a meal. I’ve truly interrupted.”
“Why are you here?” I asked curiously, observing him leisurely sitting. The husbands looked warily at him, glancing at Qiao Ruos’s expression. Tang Liuli remained calm, showing almost no emotion.
“Doesn’t my lady welcome me?”
“Tian Mei’s mouth curved slightly as he spoke lazily, ‘I was idle and thought of my lady, specially coming to see how you’ve been recently.’
‘I’d be much better without you!’
‘…’ Tian Mei’s eyelids half-drooped as he gestured to those around, saying, ‘My lady, don’t be so angry. Would you like to say goodbye to them?’
‘You…!’ I knew he had the power to control the situation.
‘Didn’t expect the Right Wing Hall’s master to be hidden so deeply!’ Xie Ying coldly looked at him. ‘Initially, Lin Cheng didn’t kill you to obtain the ‘Soul-losing Fragrance’? You didn’t kill him to torture and learn about the ‘Thousand-Year Phantom Ice’?’
‘As expected of the Left Wing Hall’s master, completely correct.’ Tian Mei raised his eyes, his presence more sinister than Xie Ying’s.
‘The ‘Undying Ice Flower’ will never be given to you, so stop dreaming!’ Han Ling suppressed her anger, lips tightly pressed.
‘Don’t forget, what truly matters are those children.’ Tian Mei’s words hit a nerve, ‘The ‘Soul-losing Fragrance’ on them must be dispersed quickly. If delayed, even immortals would be powerless.’
