Mu Rong Yingxue hadn't expected that Leng Yue was not only beautiful but also incredibly skilled. Despite her repeated attempts, she couldn't get the better of him. Her face turned a pale, cold white, her lips pressed tightly together, brimming with killing intent.
With a sudden leap, she propelled herself into the air, aiming directly at Yun Xiao.
This time, Yun Xiao made no move to dodge. Seemingly a step too slow, just as Mu Rong Yingxue thought she had succeeded and was rejoicing, she felt a soft hand on her chest. The hand lightly brushed her chest, followed by a sinister, enchanting laugh.
"You really have quite something here."
With a resounding thud, Mu Rong Yingxue's entire face turned red as a boiled shrimp. She had never dreamed that this Young Master Leng Yue had seen through her identity and was now teasing her. How could she not be enraged?
She desperately wanted to fight this man to the death, realizing he was perhaps intersex.
As the eldest daughter of Yunshui Villa, Mu Rong Yingxue had never suffered such an insult. She was so furious that her face alternated between green and white, her eyes wide open, filled with a revolving cold light of slaughter. Gritting her teeth, she followed Yun Xiao like a shadow.
However, this time Yun Xiao didn't need to make a move herself, as a faster figure blocked Mu Rong Yingxue's attack. It was Liu Xing, in disguise. Zhui Yue, however, had already recognized the person causing trouble for Yun Xiao as his master's sworn sister.
He dared not offend this woman and had already slipped away to report to his master.
Mu Rong Yingxue, who had intended to kill Young Master Leng Yue, was even more furious when someone blocked her attack. She loudly and coldly shouted.
"Leng Yue, you cowardly turtle, if you have the guts, come out and let's have a match."
She tried to provoke Leng Yue into revealing himself, but he completely ignored her, idly playing with the jade rose in his hand.
His face, as beautiful as jade, held an ambiguous smile at the corner of his lips, his dark eyes like ink, churning with deep waves, which made Mu Rong Yingxue uneasy. However, she couldn't afford to think too much.
Liu Xing's soft sword lunged forward, giving her no room to maneuver. Mu Rong Yingxue didn't dare to be careless and met the attack with all her might. It seemed impossible for her to cause trouble for this fellow today; it would be best to escape as soon as possible.
"Liu Xing, be careful with your hands. Don't scratch his face, and don't hurt his hands or feet. I'm quite fond of him."
Yun Xiao, while deliberating, kept a close eye on the developments in the arena. The two were evenly matched.
However, Mu Rong Yingxue was still a woman and likely wouldn't last long. Therefore, she wasn't worried about Liu Xing being unable to capture her. The current problem was who this person was and why she was looking for trouble.
A large crowd had gathered in front of the medical hall. Everyone was murmuring, unsure of what was happening.
Yun Xiao smiled leisurely, not bothering to disperse the crowd. She lazily leaned against the counter, watching, while holding the jade rose, bringing it to her nose to sniff, her demeanor languid and suggestive.
The discussions outside grew louder.
"Could Young Master Leng Yue perhaps be attracted to men?"
"It seems so. The young master asked not to hurt this person, he must be taken with him."
"What a shame for such a handsome young master."
Constant sighs of pity filled the air. Mu Rong Yingxue, hearing the murmurs, turned as pale as paper, her lungs about to explode with anger. Her rage made her lose all reason, and she was quickly defeated.
Just as she was about to be captured, two people suddenly surged through the crowd. Leading them was a middle-aged man with a somewhat ethereal demeanor, dressed in a scholarly robe, with a serene expression like a green bamboo, which commanded reverence.
As the man entered, he flickered and floated forward, extending a hand to pull Mu Rong Yingxue out of Liu Xing's sword attack. He stood composedly, calmly cupped his fists, and his clear voice rang out.
"My apologies for the offense. I apologize to Young Master Leng Yue on behalf of this young master."
Upon seeing the newcomer, Mu Rong Yingxue's arrogance immediately soared. She furiously pointed at Leng Yue and ordered the newcomer, "Capture this fellow immediately! He dared to tease me."
As soon as she spoke, laughter erupted from the surroundings. The onlookers couldn't help but chuckle, feeling that this young master's stamping and indignant expression was just like a woman's. It was no wonder Young Master Leng Yue teased her; whom else would he tease?
Yun Xiao stared coldly at the man opposite her, her pupils flashing with hidden glints. A cold smile played on her lips.
This person was actually Xi Men Yao, whom she had met once before. His previously withered appearance was now replaced by an elegant and refined air, truly possessing a touch of the immortal's dust.
But what was his relationship with this woman? And why was Xi Men Yao in Yan Jing? At the inn that day, she had thought he had no martial arts skills.
But upon his recent move, she could tell his martial arts were incredibly profound.
Xi Men Yao completely ignored Mu Rong Yingxue's clamor and smiled at Young Master Leng Yue.
"I hope Young Master Leng Yue will be understanding of the offense."
After speaking, he turned away, his expression suddenly stern and chilling.
"Young Master, my master has sent me to escort you back."
At these words, the person who had been as arrogant as a rooster immediately quieted down, not daring to say anything more. This left people astonished. Who was this master? He seemed to be an extremely powerful individual, capable of intimidating that fellow with just a hint.
Although Mu Rong Yingxue was filled with resentment, the thought of her "Mu Rong Brother" made her dare not say anything further. Moreover, she hadn't seen her "Mu Rong Brother" for over two months and missed him dearly.
This time, she would let the fellow who dared to tease her go. When another opportunity arose, she would definitely not let him off the hook.
Mu Rong Yingxue vowed fiercely, standing behind Xi Men Yao, preparing to leave with them. In truth, if Xi Men Yao hadn't appeared today, she would likely have been captured by Leng Yue's subordinate, resulting in a very unpleasant death.
Yun Xiao raised her eyebrows slightly, smiling elegantly and courteously.
"Please ask your master to discipline her well. Although I am letting her off this time, if she falls into someone else's hands another day, they might not be so lenient."
It was better to avoid further trouble, so Yun Xiao didn't intend to pursue the matter. Upon hearing this, Xi Men Yao smiled lightly and offered a silver note: "This is the compensation."
After speaking, he led Mu Rong Yingxue away. Yun Xiao called out softly from behind, as fluid as water, "Wait a moment."
A red crabapple, like a flowing cloud, shot towards Mu Rong Yingxue, it was her hidden weapon.
She reached out and caught it, then left with Xi Men Yao without looking back. Behind her, Yun Xiao smiled strangely, her gaze glinting mysteriously. She always repaid her debts. Gracefully turning, she picked up the silver notes from the counter, blew on them, and snapped her fingers.
"Alright, everyone can disperse. The show is over. Further viewing will incur a fee."
As her words fell, the crowd in front of the medical hall scattered.
Inside, Yan Mei led the shop assistants and doctors in tidying up the scattered medicinal herbs, while Wan Wan approached and whispered into Yun Xiao's ear, "Wasn't that the person we rescued at the inn that day?"
Yun Xiao nodded and led them inside. She suspected that woman would return.
Who was she? And what deep enmity did she have with her, to have such an intense desire to kill her? It was truly vexing...