[Fantasy] The Great Sage's Joyful Heaven (Complete) - Chapter 21

Chapter 208 Tenderness (Part 1)
: 10-21 10:18:34 Word Count: 2191

"Brother, did things go smoothly today?" Xianlan fed Yan Nange a grape and asked sweetly.
"Very smoothly, unexpectedly smoothly. Hehe." Yan Nange fed a grape to Jiaojiao in his arms.
Since Jiaojiao came along, she had taken away the girls' right to act spoiled, and they had no temper at all.
"Come here, Xianxian." Mengmou lovingly fed Xianlan a grape. These fruits were grown in the manor's greenhouse, and they were available all year round. This was one of the reasons why the people in Taixuan Manor were happy to stay there—they truly enjoyed it.
Qianqian, Rou'er, Yue'er, Xiao Ruo, Mei'er, Lanyu, and the other girls were feeding each other snacks and fruits, enjoying themselves immensely. Girls are prone to jealousy, but they also easily become close friends. In just the second day, they had all become friends and sisters, cherishing each other dearly. This was something Yan Nange was happy to see. Forget about master and servant. We're all young people; if we get along well, this kind of relationship will be a thousand times better than that so-called master-servant relationship in times of crisis. That's why Yan Nange wanted to see them get along well, and he was creating that atmosphere.
"Xiao Ruo, do you know anything about planting?" Yan Nange asked Xiao Ruo, who was holding Xue'er and was as happy as a little girl. Seeing her so happy made Yan Nange very happy; it meant she was opening her heart.
"I know a little... Brother Yan, is there anything... anything you need Ruo'er to do?" It was the first time Xiao Ruo had called Yan Nange "Brother Yan," and the first time she had referred to herself as "Ruo'er," which made her stammer and her pretty face flush. But she finally said it, feeling a sense of relief.
"That's right, isn't that much more intimate?" Qianqian smiled, trying to ease Xiao Ruo's shyness.
"It's like this, Ruo'er, we have a batch of seeds. When you have time, you and Mengmou can take everyone to our nursery to try planting them and see if they can grow normally." Yan Nange looked at Xiao Ruo and Mengmou, and they both nodded.
"If the planting is successful, you'll have more delicious fruit to eat this time next year, and we'll have new food crops. Then, our other development plan can begin," Yan Nange said with anticipation, estimating it shouldn't be a problem.
"Okay, brother, let's start this work tomorrow! It's going to be so much fun! You'll definitely love it!" Meng Mou said happily.
The girls were overjoyed to hear they would be cultivating the land themselves starting tomorrow. Most of them were pampered young women, and even those who weren't had never done anything like this before. The thought of the seeds they planted growing and bearing fruit filled them with excitement. It was such a meaningful, fulfilling, and proud experience!
The chatter in the hall grew even louder as everyone excitedly prepared for tomorrow's work. This was something Yan Nange hadn't expected.
Night fell, and the girls tidied up the living room and went to their rooms to sleep.
Yan Nange pulled Qianqian, Meng Mou, and Rou'er, who were trying to escape, into the main suite. Adding the shy Xian Lan, there were four beautiful women in total. The four women sat with their heads down, occasionally glancing up at Yan Nange with watery eyes that made his blood boil.
"My darlings, let your husband help you bathe in a little while,"
he said. Their faces flushed even more at his words. Although Meng Mouqian, Rou'er, and the other two had served Yan Nange together before, Xian Lan was also there today. Although they were getting along well now, they hadn't yet done this kind of thing together, so how could they not be shy?
Xian Lan was naturally the most shy and frightened, her heart pounding wildly.
Yan Nange didn't wait for their reply but went directly to the bathroom and filled the tub with water. The room was warm, so there was no need to prepare bathrobes.
Yan Nange returned to the bedroom and saw the four women still sitting obediently waiting for him. Although shy, they still wanted their husband's affection, and thinking of the wonderful sensations he would bring them, they even hoped he would hurry up.
"Come here, my darling Mengmou, let your brother undress you." Yan Nange smiled and walked to Mengmou, helping her stand up. Mengmou stood obediently like a kitten, her face flushed and trembling slightly. The trembling was due to a mixture of fear and longing; her excitement made her body feel weak and unsteady, as if she couldn't even stand steadily.
The bedroom was dark, but instead, it was adorned with several large luminous pearls, the entire suite shimmering. The pearls were bright, but the light was soft. However, Mengmou had never experienced such bright light with so many people watching her body.
Yan Nange wanted to overcome their fear, to make them comfortable with each other's bodies, so that he could have the opportunity to enjoy himself. This would also make them more harmonious... (

Chapter 209
: Tenderness (Part 2) - 10-21 10:18:35 Word Count: 1516 )

Mengmou closed her beautiful eyes, trembling. She seemed to feel the intense gazes of the four men; what an embarrassing feeling! She couldn't help but want to throw herself into Yan Nange's arms, but Yan Nange simply supported her trembling body.
"My darling, open your eyes and look, how beautiful your body is! It's simply divine. Darling, don't be afraid, your sisters won't laugh at you. They all love your body now. Darling, open your eyes and look. Your body is so beautiful." Yan Nange coaxed Mengmou as if hypnotizing her, helping her overcome her shyness and fear to open her eyes and see her own body. Yan Nange kissed her rosy lips to encourage her.
Under Yan Nange's gentle whispers and encouragement, Mengmou finally opened her eyes. She had seen her own body before, and she thought it was beautiful, but she wasn't sure how her sisters saw it. Seeing the admiring gazes of Rou'er, Qianqian, and Xianlan, Mengmou knew that Yan Nange hadn't lied to her.
"Brother, you're so naughty! You just know how to bully Mengmou." Mengmou threw herself into Yan Nange's arms, hugging him tightly, and said in a coquettish voice.
"Little vixen, you're going to kill your brother!" Yan Nange suddenly scooped Mengmou up in his arms, causing her to gasp in surprise.
The night was filled with boundless tenderness, and by the time the four women were sound asleep, it was already dawn.
Yan Nange gazed lovingly at their contented, sweet, alluring yet innocent sleeping faces after their lovemaking and bathing. These were his wives, his lifelong companions, and four adorable little girls he adored. Yan Nange felt a pang of tenderness and couldn't help but gently kiss their little faces a few more times before tucking them in. After tidying their clothes, he took a deep breath of the fragrance lingering in the air and quietly left the suite. The
beautiful maids downstairs had already quietly gotten up to prepare breakfast. Yan Nange noticed that the entire mansion was filled with a subtle fragrance, similar to the one in the room, only less intense. The fragrance emanating from the four women, along with his own, would involuntarily waft out during their lovemaking, permeating the entire Venerable Lord's mansion. Among them, Xianlan's fragrance was the most prominent; she possessed a naturally fragrant body, and her subtle scent was particularly alluring.
Yan Nange, thinking of the fragrance that all the beauties in the villa were inhaling, felt a secret joy. Later, he realized this feeling was inappropriate, but once he'd thought about it, he couldn't take it back.
"Ruo'er, take everyone to the nursery today. Mengmou and the others need to rest," Yan Nange said to Xiao Ruo, who was organizing various items in the living room.
Xiao Ruo raised her suddenly flushed face and nodded, as if she understood something.
"Ruo'er, ask Yue'er for the seeds; she knows where they are. Jiaojiao, that little lazybones, hasn't gotten up yet?" Yan Nange didn't see Jiaojiao, and without her, he felt something was missing.
"Daddy, how could you say bad things about me? Jiaojiao isn't lazy at all, Jiaojiao got up a long time ago." Jiaojiao's clear, childish voice came from behind Yan Nange. Because they were at home, Yan Nange didn't use his divine sense or take precautions, so he didn't even notice the little beauty walking up behind him.
"Little Jiaojiao is angry with Daddy, look at your pouting lips, they could hang an oil bottle on them. Jiaojiao isn't a little lazy cat, Jiaojiao is a pretty and cute little beauty." Yan Nange picked up Jiaojiao, sat her on a chair, and affectionately kissed her pretty little face, coaxing her. Jiaojiao smiled contentedly, hugged Yan Nange's neck, and gave him a few kisses.

Chapter 210: Consolation
: 10-21 10:18:36 Words: 2870

"Ruo'er, you take everyone to the nursery today, Mengmou and the others need to rest well." Yan Nange said to Xiao Ruo, who was organizing various items in the living room.
Xiao Ruo raised her suddenly flushed face and nodded, as if she understood something.
"Ruo'er, ask Yue'er for the seeds; she knows where they are. Jiao Jiao, that little lazybones, hasn't gotten up yet?" Yan Nange didn't see his little darling Jiao Jiao, and he felt something was missing without her.
"Daddy, how can you say bad things about me? Jiao Jiao isn't lazy at all; Jiao Jiao got up a long time ago." Jiao Jiao's clear, childish voice came from behind Yan Nange. Because they were at home, Yan Nange hadn't used his divine sense or been on guard, so he didn't even notice the little beauty standing behind him.
"Little Jiao Jiao is angry with Daddy. Look at your pouting lips; you could hang an oil bottle on them! Jiao Jiao isn't a little lazybones; Jiao Jiao is a pretty and cute little beauty." Yan Nange picked up Jiao Jiao, sat her on a chair, and affectionately kissed her pretty little face, coaxing her. Jiao Jiao smiled contentedly, wrapped her arms around Yan Nange's neck, and gave him several kisses.
"Daddy, can you smell it? It smells so good! What kind of flower smells so good? I've been looking for it for ages but I can't find it." Jiao Jiao looked at Yan Nange expectantly, hoping he could give her an answer.
"Hmm! Sweetie, it's a kind of scented lotion that your sisters use for bathing. Doesn't it smell nice?" Yan Nange casually lied. As for how Meng Mou and the others would explain, well, he'd let them explain whatever they wanted. Anyway, everyone except little Jiao Jiao would understand what was going on.
"Daddy, Jiao Jiao loves this scent so much! Can you give Jiao Jiao some of this scented lotion? Jiao Jiao and Mommy want to bathe smell nice too, so Daddy will like us even more! Okay, Daddy? Okay?" Jiao Jiao pleaded with Yan Nange, rubbing her little face against his cheek.
"Uh! Well, sweetie, when your sisters run out, Daddy will buy you one when he buys more, okay?" Yan Nange hadn't expected his little darling to ask such a question. He could only answer like that. He'd have to see where they sold this kind of thing when he went back to Mingyue City and buy it for her. The little darling is quite vain!
"Okay, Daddy, don't forget! If you only buy things for the older sisters and not for Jiaojiao, Jiaojiao will cry!" Jiaojiao stared intently into Yan Nange's eyes and said seriously. Yan Nange could tell that Jiaojiao was very serious, and at the same time, he even saw that this little darling was jealous of the older sisters. Sigh! Such a clever little thing!
"Daddy won't forget. Even if Daddy forgets himself, he won't forget about Jiaojiao. Jiaojiao is Daddy's most precious treasure." Yan Nange affectionately kissed the little rascal and coaxed her gently.
Jiaojiao was overjoyed to hear Yan Nange say that, and she pecked at his face like a little chick pecking at rice, leaving Yan Nange's face, forehead, chin, and lips all wet.
This little darling is so enthusiastic. Yan Nange smiled wryly with happiness.
Xiao Ruo was also very happy to see Yan Nange doting on Jiaojiao. Jiaojiao was always so happy in his presence. They really looked like a father and daughter. If he really was...
Thinking of this, Xiao Ruo's pretty face turned even redder. How could she think like that? How could she be so shameless?
"Ruo'er, I'm going to town today. Is there anything you want to buy?" Yan Nange deliberately distracted Xiao Ruo, seeing her extremely shy expression.
"Hmm?...No. Thank you, Brother Yan," Xiao Ruo murmured.
Yan Nange noticed she was still wearing the same simple white cloth dress from the day before. Although it really accentuated her elegant temperament, a girl like her should have many beautiful clothes; otherwise, it would be a waste. Xiangxiang, Mengmou, Xiaomeng, and Xiaoyin all had many clothes. Yan Nange was most afraid of being stingy with those around him, so he always let them spend their money as they pleased. Ouyang Lanye had already bought several outfits. Clothes make the man, and gold plating makes the Buddha—this is a golden rule.
Yan Nange now guessed that Xiao Ruo was raising Jiao Jiao alone. Although he didn't know the story behind it, he could tell that Xiao Ruo was a good girl, even sometimes more innocent and adorable than most girls. Since Yan Nange had already decided to take her, there was no need for him to be coy. However, she was different from ordinary girls. Yan Nange could see her stubbornness and resilience, as well as her deep self-pity and inferiority complex. Yes, she was somewhat insecure. Such a clever woman, who could be so easily manipulated, was insecure because her daughter had no father. This insecurity and self-pity made her pride stronger than others, and her defenses harder to break down. As a man who understood girls' minds, as someone who had read countless articles on how to read people's hearts, Yan Nange naturally knew he had to proceed gradually.
However, there was one thing Yan Nange couldn't guess: Xiao Ruo's heart had already opened to him. Yan Nange overlooked one thing: for a single mother, for a mother who saw her daughter as everything, gaining her daughter's approval was essentially gaining her acceptance. Moreover, he was a mythical figure, and his very aura possessed an irresistible attraction for women. What woman could resist his boundless gentleness and tenderness? It could be said that Yan Nange was now like a powerful magnet, and women were like various iron needles. What iron needle could resist being attracted by a magnet? The answer was no, none. He had a fatal attraction for women.
"Ruo'er, let me buy you a few dresses," Yan Nange said gently to Xiao Ruo, who was pretending to organize the list.
"No... how can I do that?" Ruo'er blushed crimson, hurriedly saying no. How could she let him buy her clothes? He wasn't even hers...
"Ruo'er, don't think too much. In your brother's eyes, you're just like Mou'er and the others—a little girl who needs to be cherished and loved. Don't hide yourself so deeply. You're still just a little girl, like Jiao Jiao. It's perfectly normal for you to occasionally act cute or cry. Your brother likes girls to dress up beautifully and be happy like last night. That's how you make the most of your youth. It's settled then. Your brother will bring it back for you. Jiao Jiao, do you like Mommy dressed up beautifully?" Yan Nange gently comforted Xiao Ruo and then asked the little Jiao Jiao listening to him.
"Daddy, you're so good. Mommy is such a beautiful woman. But she only has a few outfits. Uncle wants to make her some clothes, but she always refuses. She only wears the clothes she makes herself. Jiao Jiao also says she wants Mommy to dress up beautifully, but she only makes clothes for Jiao Jiao and not for herself. Daddy, you have to buy more for Mommy. We won't listen to Mommy!" Jiao Jiao chattered excitedly, her little face flushed.

Chapter 211 Heartbreak
: 10-21 10:18:36 Word Count: 3040

"Okay, we'll make the decision. When Daddy buys it, you'll be responsible for letting Mommy wear it, okay?" Yan Nange asked Jiao Jiao with a smile.
"Okay, okay, Daddy, don't worry, Jiao Jiao is in charge this time. Hehe." Jiao Jiao hugged Yan Nange's neck happily.
Yan Nange carried Jiao Jiao outside because he saw Xiao Ruo's shoulders trembling slightly, and a wet patch on the paper on the table; she was crying. Yan Nange didn't know why she was crying, but he knew that with Jiao Jiao by her side, she wouldn't let him comfort her, so he simply went outside and let her cry it out.
As soon as Yan Nange stepped outside, she saw Xiao Ruo hurrying back to her and Jiao Jiao's room with her head down. "Cry, cry it out, everything will start anew.
" "Jiao Jiao, my darling, a new day has begun. Look at the sunrise, how beautiful it is! Mmm! The air is so fresh! Baby, take a good breath too." Yan Nange held Jiao Jiao, standing on the high wall, deeply breathing in the fresh spring morning air. In the distance, a red sun was rising slowly.
"Mmm—it really is so fresh!" Jiao Jiao wasn't afraid of standing so high; instead, she imitated Yan Nange, closing her eyes and tilting her beautiful, adorable face upwards, breathing deeply and sighing.
The guards witnessed this scene: a god-like man holding an incredibly beautiful and adorable little girl, facing the sunrise, eyes closed, breathing deeply, the brilliant red glow shining on their faces and bodies, like something out of a legend, otherworldly and breathtaking.
This moment was unforgettable for them for the rest of their lives, and even more unforgettable was that this man was their lord!
At breakfast, none of the young and beautiful women dared to meet Yan Nange's gaze. If their eyes accidentally met, their faces would flush red.
Yan Nange wondered why they were all so shy today; perhaps the fragrant aroma in the room was making them daydream. But Yan Nange couldn't do anything about it; it was something he couldn't control. He couldn't just stop touching his wives because they were shy, or Mengmou and the others would resent him to death. Ah, he'd probably get used to it.
Xiao Ruo ate with red eyes, saying nothing, just shoveling rice into her mouth without eating any vegetables.
Yan Nange sat beside Xiao Ruo, feeling a pang of pity for her troubled expression.
He didn't speak, but simply served her and Mei'er food. Mei'er sat on Yan Nange's other side, eating very little, but her expression remained serene, making Yan Nange feel very comfortable.
Mei'er smiled serenely at Yan Nange, like a hundred flowers blooming, making Yan Nange's heart flutter and his heartstrings gently plucked. Mei'er's smile was truly beautiful and stunning. She also used chopsticks to serve some food to Yan Nange and Lan Yu. Lan Yu and Yue'er were whispering to each other, occasionally giggling. They were all very close now.
Xiao Ruo still didn't look up, but Yan Nange saw tears dripping into her bowl. Fortunately, most of the girls didn't notice, only Mei'er glanced at Xiao Ruo and gave Yan Nange a mysterious smile. This smile held a deep meaning; it seemed Mei'er knew Xiao Ruo was crying because of her.
"But I didn't do anything!" Yan Nange thought dejectedly.
Everyone quickly finished their meal, and Xiao Ruo was the first to quietly leave the table and return to her room.
"Daddy, Mommy is crying. You should go and comfort her," Jiao Jiao whispered in Yan Nange's ear.
"Okay, little darling. Do you want to go with Daddy?" Yan Nange asked Jiao Jiao.
"Jiaojiao won't go. Mommy will be embarrassed if she sees Jiaojiao. I'm going to play with Sister Yue'er and Sister Yu'er." Jiaojiao had become a little adult again. After saying that, she asked Yan Nange to put her down. Like a kitten, she ran between Yu'er and Yue'er. The two girls saw this little cutie and put down their bowls and chopsticks to take her to play.
The door was ajar, and Yan Nange went straight in. Xiao Ruo stood in front of the window in the living room of the suite, looking at the outside world through the clear crystal. Tears flowed silently.
Yan Nange walked behind Xiao Ruo and gently hugged her with tenderness.
Xiao Ruo didn't cry out, but struggled slightly. Crystalline tears dripped continuously onto Yan Nange's hands and clothes.
Yan Nange used a little force to turn Xiao Ruo's delicate body around and hugged her tightly. This time, Xiao Ruo didn't struggle. She just let Yan Nange hold her, burying her pretty face in his chest. Warm tears flowed down, soaking Yan Nange's front.
Yan Nange didn't speak, but simply wrapped one arm around Xiao Ruo's slender waist and gently stroked her head and back with the other. Xiao Ruo gradually began to sob, though softly, Yan Nange could hear the deep sorrow and heartache in her voice. She was just a young girl, yet she had been a single mother for three years. The hardship was unimaginable, but the bitterness and grief behind it all was enough to break her.
Although seeing her cry pained Yan Nange, she still hoped she could cry freely, because her silent tears broke Yan Nange's heart even more. For the past three years, had Ruo'er silently shed tears like this alone in the dark of night? She was afraid her daughter would see, so she dared not cry out loud; she was afraid others would see, so she cried secretly in the dark. Wasn't this the scene Jiao Jiao witnessed? She not only suffered herself but also left a shadow on Jiao Jiao—how tragic! Yan Nange wouldn't let this continue, for Jiaojiao's sake, and for Xiao Ruo's sake. He was determined to make them, mother and daughter, live happily, just like Mou'er, Rou'er, Xianxian, and Qianqian, giving them everything they deserved.
"Ruo'er, brother knows you're suffering inside, but you never tell anyone. But do you know? Ruo'er, the more you do this, the more it pains those who care about you. Ruo'er, can you tell brother your troubles? Let brother share some of your burdens, okay?" Yan Nange's gentle voice was like a hypnotic song, making Xiao Ruo want to open her heart and immerse herself in a dream.
When Yan Nange spoke to Xiao Ruo, he used the "Soul-Capturing Voice," a magical technique used to heal those who had lost their memories due to severe trauma or whose hearts were burdened with emotional distress. This was Yan Nange's first time using it, and he didn't dare use a high-level technique, only the most basic one. He was afraid that if the technique wasn't used properly, it might harm Xiao Ruo—although the book described it as miraculous, at this moment Yan Nange still trusted himself.
Yan Nange wasn't trying to pry into Xiao Ruo's secrets, but rather to get her to confide in him, hoping it would improve her mood. Long-term repression could damage her health. To help her recover quickly, Yan Nange had no other choice but to use this method. Although it was wrong to do this without Xiao Ruo's consent, Yan Nange felt that sometimes one shouldn't focus too much on details, but also consider the outcome. As long as it could truly make Xiao Ruo happy, what did it matter if he acted like a villain? It didn't matter.

(Chapter 212 Secrets
: 10-21 10:18:37, 2926 words)

Under the allure of Yan Nange's "soul-capturing voice," although Xiao Ruo had strong willpower, she was currently overwhelmed by sadness. So, after a while, she was involuntarily drawn to Yan Nange's voice, gradually immersing herself in the dreamscape created by his gentle voice. Her heart slowly opened, opened, opened...
Yan Nange held her and sat her in a chair, carrying the dazed Xiao Ruo across his lap.
“Ruo’er, tell me, and your heart will feel better and brighter. Your world will be new. Your brother will love you even more and make you a happy little girl.” Yan Nange’s deep, magnetic voice spoke softly, drawing Ruo’er into her memories, allowing her to completely open her heart and reveal her true feelings.
Xiao Ruo’s eyes gradually closed, and her sobs subsided, leaving her only pitifully whimpering, looking as innocent and adorable as Jiao Jiao when she cried (Jiao Jiao wasn’t always so mature).
“Brother, do you know?” Xiao Ruo murmured softly, looking at Yan Nange, her two small, snow-white hands clutching his sleeve, as if only then could she feel at ease.
Yan Nange knew that Xiao Ruo wasn’t looking at him, but at emptiness, at the past.
“Brother, Ruo’er was originally a very happy little girl. Although her parents passed away early, you made her very happy. Everyone around her was very kind to her. They all liked her and said that she was beautiful, intelligent, and a little prodigy. Ruo’er was already a prodigy when she was eight years old.” As Xiao Ruo said this, her eyes sparkled and were very moving. A long-lost smile bloomed on her delicate lips, like a flower bud. This sweet smile was like the bright sunshine in March, making everything shine.
Yan Nange was also surprised to find that when Xiao Ruo smiled sweetly, there were shallow dimples on her cheeks, their appearance captivating and beautiful. These dimples held sweetness and fragrance, like a fine wine that made one's soul flutter. It turned out that a smile could contain so much meaning.
Looking at Xiao Ruo's enchanting smile, Yan Nange felt a surge of joy. She probably hadn't smiled in three years, but now she smiled so sweetly—this was a good start.
"Carefree until fifteen," Xiao Ruo said, her smile fading, replaced by sorrow, and she sighed softly.
Yan Nange knew that what followed would be the root of Xiao Ruo's pain. Yan Nange gently held her small hand, which was icy cold, like jade.
Yan Nange gave her warmth and the strength to continue speaking; if she spoke, things would be different. Everything would begin anew. If she couldn't speak, it would only make her more repressed. Yan Nange had to let her express herself.
Many things are like this: taking a step forward can change everything, but most people dare not take that step because they are afraid of getting hurt or failing. It's not always necessary to believe that taking a step back opens up a whole new world.
"That summer, I secretly ran away with some friends to play at a nearby mountain. We were all together at first, but then we got separated. I got lost in the woods, and it gradually got dark." Xiao Ruo's face showed fear; it seemed that's how she felt at the time.
Yan Nange held her small hand, giving her warmth and strength.
"Ruo'er was very scared. The woods were terrifying. There was no moon, only a few stars and wind. When the wind blew through the branches, the sound was like something was approaching me. And there were also the howls of owls and wolves—it was so scary." Xiao Ruo's eyes were full of fear, showing how deeply that night and those woods had affected her.
Yan Nange pulled her closer to him, helping her overcome her fear.
"I wanted to get out of this gloomy forest, but the deeper I went, the darker it got, and the more animals cried out. I was terrified; my heart was pounding, and I was afraid I'd faint," Xiao Ruo said urgently. She must have felt the same way.
Yan Nange imagined a petite figure in white moving through the dense, dark forest, her face pale with fear, her hurried steps and breathing, her terrified, tearful eyes. Thinking of all this, Yan Nange could only hold Xiao Ruo tighter in her arms. What a pitiful little girl.
"As I walked, I suddenly saw a flash of light in the distance. The light was so beautiful, so multicolored! Ruo'er had never seen such a beautiful light before. The trees ahead were all dyed in different colors by that multicolored light; it was truly beautiful. At that moment, Ruo'er's fear suddenly vanished. She suddenly felt so warm and comforted, like the love of her mother. Ruo'er instantly forgot all the fear she had felt earlier, only feeling a voice, a smile, calling her towards the light, towards the future..." Xiao Ruo murmured dreamily, her eyes no longer filled with fear, but shining with a captivating light, her pretty face serene.
Yan Nange knew something strange was about to happen, because that light was truly unusual. Unfortunately, he couldn't guess what was emitting that light either; he could only wait for the mystery to be solved.
"I kept walking forward, and the further I went, the brighter and more dazzling the light became. At the same time, I felt increasingly warm, and the calling voice and smiling face became clearer and clearer. It was a sweet and gentle voice that brought me peace and comfort; it was a woman's face, such a beautiful woman, such a beautiful face!" Xiao Ruo's eyes sparkled with a dreamlike light, and her voice became ethereal, as if she were immersed in a sweet dream.
Yan Nange still couldn't understand what was happening; it was both magical and strange. What happened next? Yan Nange wanted to know the answer.
"The light grew brighter and more beautiful, her voice became sweeter and louder, and her smiling face became clearer and more beautiful. Finally, I saw her." Xiao Ruo's eyes were filled with surprise, disbelief, and joy, and her expression was complex, a mixture of emotions.
Yan Nange's usually calm heart began to race as she became immersed in Xiao Ruo's description. What had Xiao Ruo seen that caused such a complex expression?
"It was such a big and beautiful flower, seven petals of seven colors, emitting a dazzling seven-colored light. She stood in the middle of that flower, smiling at me, beckoning me to come closer. 'Child, come here!' Her sweet voice rang in my ears, but I didn't see her even slightly open her mouth. How magical!" Xiao Ruo was as eager and curious as a child seeing candy she had never seen before.
Yan Nange had a feeling that this woman might be related to the divine realm, but he couldn't be sure. Chapter

213 Fang Chen
: 10-21 10:18:38 Words: 3265

"I approached the seven-colored flower as if bewitched, and with each step I took, the feeling of intimacy and warmth intensified. I thought of my mother, I thought of my brother, and tears streamed down my face. But I wasn't sad, but joyful, filled with endless emotion." Xiao Ruo's face was filled with a look of filial piety, as if the mysterious flower and the woman were right in front of her, and she was walking towards them.
"I was already in front of the flower when she reached out her hand to me. She told me to reach out and hold her hand, so I did, and she really did. I don't know how, but I was standing in front of her, above the flower. It turned out that inside the flower was a void, with only faintly rising clouds swirling around it. We were standing above this void, and within the void itself." Xiao Ruo's dreamy eyes grew even more ethereal, like the deep night sky.
Yan Nange became even more certain of his idea; that beautiful woman must be a goddess or a fairy. But why was she looking for Xiao Ruo? Could it be that Xiao Ruo's presence was a coincidence? However, Yan Nange felt it wasn't that simple. He was more convinced that everything was under that woman's control; Xiao Ruo's arrival was inevitable, not accidental.
She smiled at me, took my hand, and stroked my head. "Child, do you want to know who I am?"
Her kind voice rang in my ears. But I only saw her smiling, without speaking.
"Child, don't doubt it, these words are mine, but I don't use my mouth, I use my heart. My heart and yours are connected, so you can hear the voice of my heart," she said to me. I seemed to understand, yet I didn't, feeling confused.
"I am the Flower Goddess Fang Chen, child, you can call me Aunt Fang," she said in her sweet voice.
"Aunt Fang, where have I seen you before?" I asked her, not understanding why she felt so close to me.
"Child, we have always been together, but you have forgotten. When the seven-colored flower blooms again one day, child, you will remember everything from the past, and then I will come to your side again," Aunt Fang said, uttering these strange words I couldn't understand.
"Child, eat her, and she will stay with you until that day." A red bead floated in Aunt Fang's palm. The bamboo was so red and beautiful, gleaming with an alluring light. I thought it must taste delicious, so I opened my mouth, and a warm flow went down my throat and into my stomach.
I felt a sudden surge of heat in my body, a feeling of floating on air. I wanted to fly, yet I also wanted to sleep.
"Child, sleep. When you wake up, she will be with you." Aunt Fang's voice rang out, but my vision gradually blurred until I could see nothing at all.
When I woke up, I was already home. My brother and sister-in-law looked at me anxiously. I asked them what had happened, and they said I had collapsed at the edge of the woods. They found me the next morning, and they had searched for me all night.
But my brother and sister-in-law didn't blame me; they were just worried about me, and they were relieved to see that I was awake.
From that day on, I felt incredibly sleepy and lethargic. I often thought of Aunt Fang, and I thought it was because I ate that red bead.
My brother and sister-in-law initially thought I was just frightened and didn't pay much attention. But later, they noticed I was becoming increasingly sleepy, so they found a doctor in the city to examine me.
They discovered I was two months pregnant. I didn't really understand these things then; I hadn't had my period for a month, and I hadn't noticed. I never imagined I was pregnant. Xiao Ruo said this with a touch of sadness. Yes, this was the beginning of her sorrow.
My brother and sister-in-law were stunned when they found out. I was only fifteen years old, unmarried, and had never been in contact with any man, yet suddenly I was two months pregnant. No wonder they were surprised.
The doctor was a good friend of my brother and knew my situation, so he prescribed some abortion pills and promised not to tell anyone.
My brother and sister-in-law were afraid this would frighten me, so they asked me what happened that day. They couldn't think of any other possibility besides the unexpected incident.
So I told them what happened that day. I knew something was wrong . Jin'er, the doctor and my brother and sister-in-law were all acting very mysteriously, but I never expected to be pregnant.
My brother and sister-in-law could tell I wasn't lying; they suspected I'd been taken advantage of while I was unconscious. So my sister-in-law secretly told me I might need to have my body checked. I was suspicious, not knowing what she meant. But I still let her examine me.
She discovered I hadn't lost my virginity, which made things a bit strange. So they subtly told me I was pregnant.
For the first few days after finding out, I didn't want to live anymore, but seeing my brother and sister-in-law's expressions, I felt guilty towards them; they were so worried about me they couldn't sleep. They took turns looking at me. Later, I started taking abortion pills, but they did nothing but cause me abdominal pain. After three doses, my brother and sister-in-law saw how much I was suffering and couldn't bear to let me take them anymore. They had no choice but to keep the baby.
Later, I came to terms with it; this child was probably the one Aunt Fang said would come to keep me company. This was my destiny, and I accepted it.
After that, I lived alone, and then in ten months, I gave birth to Jiaojiao.
Jiaojiao is my precious daughter. Although her arrival was unexpected, from the first moment I saw her, I knew we would never be separated.
Everyone in the village found out later. I'm pregnant with Jiaojiao, and I didn't intend to hide it, because Jiaojiao can't stay at home with me forever; that would ruin her. Everyone sympathizes with me, assuming I lost my virginity while unconscious that night, so they're extra kind to me and Jiaojiao when I go out, afraid of hurting me. I'm very grateful to them.
But I still don't want to go out, and I still cry at night, because I know I'm not the same person I used to be, and I can never go back. Since it's fate, I'm willing to accompany Jiaojiao through life like this.” Xiao Ruo's tears fell again. Yan Nange knew she was lamenting her past, believing she had no right to pursue happiness.
Yan Nange hadn't expected the truth to be like this. It seemed the Flower Goddess Fang Chen had done it intentionally. What was the point of her doing this? It was certain that Xiao Ruo and Jiaojiao were not ordinary people; otherwise, the Flower Goddess wouldn't have said she and Xiao Ruo had always been together. Always together—that was true in the past, but what about now?
Yan Nange channeled his leisurely energy into Xiao Ruo's body, partly to open her blocked meridians, and partly to use his divine sense to check for any other life or power.
The leisurely energy circulated within Xiao Ruo's body for thirty-six cycles, clearing all her meridians thirty-six times. His divine sense also scanned her body and surroundings, finding nothing unusual. Under the guidance of Yan Nange's leisurely energy, Xiao Ruo's mood calmed down, and she even cried herself to sleep.
Looking at the sobbing Xiao Ruo in her deep sleep, Yan Nange felt an indescribable tenderness. He took off her shoes, covered her with a blanket, gently kissed her forehead, and quietly left the room. (

Chapter 214 Stars
: 10-21 10:18:38, 3217 words)

Today was the day to go to Mingyue City to accept the Zhenbaozhai shop. After breakfast, Yan Nange took 100,000 taels of silver and disappeared towards Mingyue City.
Mingyue City remained as bustling as ever, but Yan Nange was no longer the same man. The world is unpredictable; how could anyone foresee everything? If Yan Nange hadn't unearthed Xiangxiang back then, he might not be alive today, much less imagine that he would one day have thousands of men under his command, countless riches, and such a vast estate. Many things in life are unpredictable; it's all about timing and fate!
Arriving at Fuman Street, Yan Nange resumed his normal walking pace. Although it was early morning, Fuman Street was already a bustling scene. Yan Nange was quite familiar with this place, having spent the past few days strolling here, partly to become more familiar with it—before, he had only passed by and observed the surface; these past few days, he had carefully observed the number of merchants coming and going, and how each business was doing.
Why did Yan Nange observe these things? Because his goal wasn't just the Zhenbaozhai shop; that was far from enough. He had many more businesses to do in the future, and the most likely candidates were on this street, so he naturally wanted to see them carefully. Know yourself and know your enemy, and you will never be defeated.
Another reason was that Yan Nange feared Huang Shiren would cause trouble at Zhenbaozhai. He needed to prevent any unforeseen events. He was determined to acquire Zhenbaozhai, so he couldn't allow this matter to become complicated.
If the timing weren't wrong, Yan Nange would have already found Huang Shiren and crippled him. A small act of impatience can ruin a great plan. There was no other way but to let him live a few more days. When
Yan Nange arrived at the entrance of Zhenbaozhai, the shopkeeper immediately recognized him and led him inside. The cheerful old man was sitting inside drinking tea. Seeing Yan Nange enter, he smiled and rose to lead him into the inner courtyard.
It was the same main room. The host and guest sat down, and a maidservant poured tea for them.
"Old man, you look radiant today; it seems you have some good news!" Yan Nange said with a smile after taking a sip of tea.
"Haha! Yes, the problem that has plagued us for months has been solved; naturally, I am overjoyed. I am Liao Tian; is it not appropriate for me to call you my nephew?" the old man asked with a smile.
"Uncle, you flatter me. It's my honor, Yan Nange." Upon hearing Liao Tian's words, Yan Nange immediately changed his address. Actually, Yan Nange had a good impression of the old man, and using a more affectionate form of address made him feel more comfortable and closer.
"Good, good, good! Haha. Nephew Bai, it's your forthright and generous spirit that truly impresses your uncle. Chen'er, come out." Liao Tian suddenly called out to the living room.
Yan Nange didn't release his divine sense, so he didn't notice if anyone was inside.
A girl in blue, with an elegant demeanor, walked out of the hall.
Yan Nange had seen many beautiful women, all of them exceptionally beautiful, but he was still drawn to this girl, not because of her noble and beautiful face, but because of her captivating leadership qualities.
It was something Yan Nange never expected that a girl from an ordinary family could possess such a temperament. No wonder Huang Shiren had taken a liking to her; what man wouldn't want to take such a noble, elegant, and incredibly charming woman into his private life?
Yan Nange knew that keeping such a girl with leadership qualities cooped up at home was a waste of her talent. She would inevitably become depressed due to the inability to realize her ambitions, and slowly lose her captivating charm.
Just as an eagle should soar through the sky, keeping it in a cage will either frustrate it or prevent it from developing its majestic presence. A true eagle belongs only to the heavens.
Since she possessed leadership qualities, she should be given the opportunity to shine, thus doing justice to the bounty of nature.
"Chen'er greets Father." The girl approached and bowed to Liao Tian, her demeanor graceful and her speech elegant. Every gesture was captivating, mesmerizing.
"Chen'er greets Brother Bai." The girl curtsied to Yan Nange, then smiled sweetly at him, stirring ripples in Yan Nange's already fluttering heart.
Yan Nange had to admit that this girl's beauty was absolutely no less than Xian Lan's; if they cultivated together, she would rival Xiang Xiang and Ling Xi. Truly a rare beauty. His luck was almost excessive. Heh, but he still liked good luck. Good luck was also a kind of strength, and something that couldn't be forced. Yan Nange's mind was a jumble of thoughts.
The girl gracefully sat down on the chair beside him, taking an alluring sip of tea, then smiled brightly at Yan Nange as their eyes met.
Yan Nange was immediately captivated by her smile, remaining stunned for a moment before snapping out of his daze. His face flushed with embarrassment; it had been so long since he'd done something so foolish. His composure was clearly lacking; he'd lost his composure at the sight of a beautiful woman. Yan Nange felt deeply ashamed.
Liao Tian glanced at his daughter, who, for the first time ever, blushed and turned to go into the inner hall. He'd never seen anything like it before. He naturally understood what it meant. He was overjoyed; he'd finally gotten what he was waiting for.
"Nephew Bai, that was my daughter, Liao Xingchen. I wish to betroth her to you. What do you say?" Liao Tian asked Yan Nange with a smile. He had clearly seen how much Yan Nange adored his daughter.
Yan Nange was initially taken aback, then reacted. If Yan Nange refused such a wonderful opportunity, he would be out of his mind. No normal person would refuse such an unexpected stroke of good fortune.
"Your son-in-law greets father-in-law!" Yan Nange immediately rose to greet Liao Tian. This was Yan Nange's strength; he rarely hesitated, always acting swiftly and decisively.
"Good! Good! Good! My dear son-in-law, just for your generous spirit, my daughter has not entrusted herself to the wrong person. Haha." Liao Tian had been eagerly anticipating the two of them today, just as he had three days ago, and his magnanimity impressed Yan Nange greatly.
"Father-in-law, rest assured, I will definitely treat Chen'er well after she marries into the family." Yan Nange said with a smile, but Liao Tian could see his sincerity.
"I wonder where my dear son-in-law will be staying? I would like my daughter to go with you today." Liao Tian said earnestly.
"Father-in-law, I won't stand on ceremony with you. If you and your parents are willing, you can stay with Chen'er at my place. It's very safe and comfortable there." Yan Nange smiled and asked for his father-in-law's opinion.
In the past few days, Yan Nange had inquired about the Zhenbaozhai from Liu Fang and knew that Liao Tian was an honest and upright merchant.
That's why Yan Nange suggested that they stay at the manor.
“Since you’ve put it that way, son-in-law, I won’t stand on ceremony. You know I only have this one precious daughter; asking me to leave her would be like asking our old couple to die. If you have a separate courtyard, we’ll move there; if not, we can build one ourselves,” Liao Tian said happily. He had been worrying about this matter, but unexpectedly, Yan Nange brought it up herself. This made him feel even closer to his new son-in-law, Yan Nange.

(Chapter 216, Chen Xiang
, 10-21 10:18:39, 3187 words)

“Father-in-law, don’t worry. I have a manor outside the city. It’s not only safe there, but also has a pleasant climate, picturesque scenery, and simple, honest people. I believe you and mother-in-law will like it there,” Yan Nange said with a smile.
“A manor? There’s a manor outside the city?” Liao Tian asked in surprise. He had lived in Mingyue City for decades and had never known there was a manor outside the city. He knew that this manor wasn't for just anyone; only those of extremely high status or immense wealth could afford to run one. It was no ordinary concept. In the entire Bright Moon City, only the Black Stone Mine owner owned a manor outside the city; no one knew of another.
"Yes, it's in the west of the city. But the location is very secluded and not known to outsiders. You'll see when you get there," Yan Nange said with a smile, offering no further explanation.
"Good, it seems Chen'er really has good judgment. Haha. My dear son-in-law, let's leave in a bit. We can have the servants look after things here. Our maid has been with us for many years and is very reliable; can we take her with us?" Liao Tian wasn't stupid; he understood what Yan Nange meant by "secluded.
" "As long as she's reliable, taking her is fine. You and your mother-in-law need someone to serve you. I might send Chen'er out to do some important things in the future, so she can't be there to take care of you two for long," Yan Nange said seriously, stating his thoughts.
"Good! My dear son-in-law, just for your discerning eye, Chen'er will have no regrets about choosing you. You were able to see through Chen'er's thoughts at a glance; that's quite remarkable," Liao Tian praised with a smile. "
Father-in-law, you flatter me. I was just being thoughtful. Yes, father-in-law, I have several wives at home. But you can rest assured, I will treat Chen'er just as well as they are." Yan Nange was determined to make this clear.
"My dear son-in-law, there's no need to worry about that. Chen'er isn't an ordinary girl; she already guessed that you have a family. She doesn't care about that. As long as you treat her well, that's enough. We, the old couple, won't care about such things either. What good man doesn't have three wives and four concubines? If he doesn't, then he's not capable," Liao Tian said with a smile.
"Then I'm relieved. If there's a carriage at home, let's set off now," Yan Nange said.
"Alright, let's go now. We've packed everything. We were originally planning to go to my brother-in-law's house, haha, now it's even better." Liao Tian happily got up and led Yan Nange into the living room through the same door Liao Xingchen had come out through...
Liao
Xingchen, as beautiful as a star. Liao Xingchen, just like her name, was a rare beauty, and even rarer, a remarkable woman destined for greatness!
What kind of man would such a woman choose as her husband?
When Liao Xingchen heard Yan Nange say he wanted her to do something great, her heart was completely captivated. She had been looking for such a man, and unexpectedly, she had found him.
In fact, the moment Liao Xingchen saw Yan Nange, she was instantly smitten. His appearance and demeanor perfectly matched the kind of man she had always imagined: domineering, imposing, and unrestrained. He possessed all of these qualities, and was even more outstanding than she had imagined. Could there truly be such an exceptional man in the world? He was definitely a man destined for greatness. Liao Xingchen was very confident in her judgment.
She was surprised, but also overjoyed, because this was the kind of man she wanted to marry. She knew she was worthy of him, and even if he had a wife, she would be content to follow him.
If she couldn't achieve great things herself, she would at least find a husband who could. Although there would still be regrets, being able to support him from behind would make her life worthwhile.
Yan Nange gave her more than just a flutter of the heart; he brought her immense joy. He had told his father that he wanted her to achieve great things, which was exactly her long-held wish. This man, who had only met her once, understood her heart!
Women often don't want much; they just want someone who understands them. If you understand her, that's enough.
When Liao Xingchen saw the incredibly vast and beautiful manor, when she saw the soldiers guarding the city bowing respectfully and calling out "Your subordinate greets Your Majesty," her heart was once again shaken. Heaven was truly kind to her, because her husband's excellence far exceeded her expectations. It seemed she really could achieve great things, because her husband was so capable.
"So, did I marry him just because he understands me and wants me to do something great? Is my growing affection for him simply because he's outstanding and excellent?" Liao Xingchen asked herself.
"No, it's not just that. I'm a woman who strives for perfection. If I didn't like him, why would I want to smile for him? I rarely smile, but when I'm with him, I can't help but smile. It's because I'm happy, and it's also because I want him to be happy. I've been attracted to him so quickly, but isn't that a good thing? Thinking of him makes my heart pound. I'm truly in love." Liao Xingchen thought, her beautiful face flushed.
Liao Tian looked at everything outside, then at his daughter's shy, sweet smile, and exchanged a smile with his wife. He knew that his daughter could finally put her mind at ease. The two of them could now enjoy their later years in peace. The scenery here was so beautiful, it was like a painting. Living here would be a blessing, and they had never imagined such a place existed.
The carriage stopped in front of the villa of the Lord's Mansion. The women who had been chatting inside came out to greet Yan Nange when they saw him return.
"Daddy!" Jiao Jiao was the first to run into Yan Nange's arms, giving him a shower of kisses. Little Jiaojiao misses Yan Nange terribly if she can't see him for a while, and when she sees him again, she'll shower him with kisses like a chick pecking at rice. Yan Nange also loves his daughter's way of welcoming him; Jiaojiao's little mouth is wet and ticklish on his face, which is incredibly fun. At the same time, he can feel Jiaojiao's attachment to him, which is what warms his heart the most. Who could resist the affection of a little cutie?
"Brother." Xianlan threw herself into Yan Nange's arms. These past few days of dual cultivation have made Xianlan even more beautiful, and she's also gained a touch of nobility, which is probably the temperament of her maturity. Now, Xianlan treats Yan Nange just like Jiaojiao did, rushing to kiss him passionately as soon as she sees him. They're both so mischievous and playful; you could call them "little little witches." That's what the other women call Jiaojiao and Xianlan now.
A fragrant breeze wafted into Yan Nange's arms from the little witch, and then she pressed her flower-like, fragrant lips to his, her little tongue nimbly slipping into his mouth, entwining with his. Yan Nange
had no time to stop her and could only let the little witch kiss him passionately.
Xiao Ruo, Meng Mou, Qian Qian, and Rou'er saw an elderly couple, a stunningly beautiful woman, and several maids alight from the carriage. Seeing the elderly couple's awkward expressions and the beautiful woman's strange look, they knew something was wrong. This little witch might have caused a minor mishap. Could this beauty be another one of their brother's? The women speculated. If so, they would have to admire their philandering brother. They would give him a good beating. Humph!
The women were all intelligent, and although they were indignant, they all smiled and went to greet her.

Chapter 216 Random Musings
: 10-21 10:18:40 Word Count: 2814

The little witch Xianlan finally blushed, her eyes glistening with tears, and released Yan Nange, but her little hand clung tightly to his, as if afraid of losing him.
Yan Nange hurriedly turned around to introduce them. The women bowed to the two elders and then led the guests into the hall.
Although Mengmou and the others were somewhat annoyed by Yan Nange's fickle nature, bringing home another wife in less than half a month, they genuinely welcomed Liao Xingchen. She was truly captivating; she was like a magnet, irresistibly drawing people to her side, whether men or women.
This was the quality of a leader—charisma and ability to unite. She could quickly gather a large following around her. This was something even princesses like Mengmou, Qianqian, and Xianlan lacked, despite their own captivating and awe-inspiring presence. Some people are born leaders; their charisma is innate! Liao Xingchen, for example.
Several women surrounded a group of guests. Originally, these girls were reluctant to interact with others due to their social status, but after spending time with a large group of girls, they gradually became more cheerful and easygoing. This was also partly because they were brought back by Yan Nange, and partly because the elderly couple, Liao Tian and his wife, were kind, easygoing, and humorous. So, the hall was filled with laughter.
Earlier, upon entering the manor, Yan Nange had his guards find Zhou Shangmou to arrange accommodations for his parents-in-law. Yan Nange estimated that lunch would be ready soon.
Lunch ended amidst cheerful laughter. After the meal, the maids served fragrant tea and various fruits. This surprised the guests even more, because these fruits were not available in Mingyue City. It was springtime, and the only fruits transported from the south were apples and pears, but here there were more than ten kinds, all rare varieties.
Hearing from Xiao Ruo that these were grown in the manor's own greenhouses, and that the manor distributed some to each household every few days, they were incredibly astonished; this was simply unimaginable. They liked the place even more. It truly was a wonderful place. The thought that their son-in-law was the master of the house filled the elderly couple with immense joy. Their daughter had truly found the right person.
As everyone was eating, a maid announced that Steward Zhou was waiting outside the courtyard. Yan Nange told the maid to tell him not to stand on ceremony and to come in.
Zhou Shangmou entered, exchanged greetings, and then led Liao Tian and the others to their lodgings. Yan Nange and Xingchen naturally followed to check and lend a hand.
Zhou Shangmou had made very thoughtful arrangements. He had arranged a detached house not far from the Lord's residence, surrounded by many residents, including many elderly people, making it very suitable for them. All necessities were prepared; they only needed to move in. Liao Tian and the others hadn't brought much, only some clothing. Yan Nange told them they didn't need to bring anything else. Upon arrival, they found it indeed unnecessary. They lacked nothing.
After settling in and drinking tea for a while, Zhou Shangmou took his leave, as he was busy with the inventory tasks Yan Nange had assigned him.
After chatting with his parents-in-law for a while, Yan Nange finally said goodbye to Liao Xingchen. Liao Xingchen wasn't shy or upset that she hadn't had any ceremony with Yan Nange and had just left with him like this. She didn't care about formalities; what she cared about was whether her husband truly cared for her. Clearly, Yan Nange understood her well; he took her hand as soon as they left, warming her heart. Girls need the warmth and security that their beloved men give them.
The two strolled hand-in-hand down the wide street. Occasionally, passersby would bow and greet Yan Nange. Luckily, everyone was at work; otherwise, Yan Nange probably wouldn't want to wander around like this again. So tiring!
The two walked hand-in-hand into the fields and found a patch of green grass to sit down. Behind them was a dense grove of trees, in front was a small river, and on either side were lovely flowers and green grass. Under the warm spring sunshine, the place was beautiful and fragrant, with butterflies and bees flitting about.
"Chen'er, your painting is very powerful. Just from that painting, I can see your lofty aspirations and ideals. You are a remarkable woman with a heart full of talent." Yan Nange didn't look at Xingchen, but Xingchen sensed his sincerity.
"Brother, are you really willing to let Chen'er go out and make something of herself?" Xingchen asked affectionately. She liked to call him that, just like her sisters. She felt that he was not only her husband, but also her brother and friend. From his interactions with her sisters, she could see his understanding, respect, and tenderness towards his wife. Marrying such a man was truly a blessing.
No wonder Xianxian was so close to him, wishing she could merge into his body; he was the kind of man that any woman would be willing to give everything for. He not only had a heroic and domineering side that captivated people, but also a gentle and meticulous side. He could understand a girl's thoughts perfectly and would never disappoint her, but would give her everything she wanted. What woman could resist such a man? He possessed almost everything a girl could dream of.
“Chen’er, what your brother says is true. I’m not the kind of man who would hide his beloved woman at home for fear of being discovered. I’m willing to give you freedom and happiness. Whatever you want to do, as long as it’s not too outrageous, I’ll support you, but there’s a condition: your safety must be guaranteed.” Yan Nange turned around and looked deeply into Xingchen’s eyes. The deep love and tenderness in his eyes captivated and bewildered Xingchen.
“My brother is so good to me!” Xingchen thought to herself.
"Chen'er, your brother has many business plans for the future. When the time comes, I'll let you choose one you like, okay?" Yan Nange said gently. Although he hadn't known Xingchen for long, Yan Nange liked her very much. As for why, he hadn't thought about it, nor did he need to. The most important thing was that the two of them could get along well and be happy. Nothing else mattered.
"Okay! I'll listen to you, brother!" Xingchen was as obedient as a kitten, her eyes filled with tenderness as she looked at Yan Nange. In front of a man, a woman doesn't want to be a strong woman, but rather a little girl he cherishes. Every woman has this vulnerable side.
"Those plans will take some time. Chen'er, spend time with your sisters and cultivate your relationships, and relax a bit. Girls shouldn't always be thinking about building big careers; they also need to know how to be little girls." Yan Nange pulled Xingchen into his arms, kneading her delicate little hands.
"Okay! Chen'er will listen to you, brother." Xingchen's voice was soft and sweet, becoming very low and coquettish at the end. Yan Nange's heart trembled upon hearing this, a surge of heat rising from his lower abdomen. She had actually aroused his desire with her sweet, coquettish voice.

(Chapter 217 Favored
: 10-21 10:18:40, 3008 words)

Yan Nange looked at the beauty in his arms, her starry eyes slightly closed, her pretty face flushed, her rosy lips pouting – she was clearly begging him to kiss her. This was something Yan Nange hadn't expected; Xingchen had such an alluring side. But thinking about it, it made sense; the moment he saw her, she had given him two captivating, seductive glances. She was truly a stunning beauty.
Yan Nange brought his lips to hers, gently kissing her flower-like lips. Both of them trembled. Yan Nange suddenly realized that Xingchen's bone structure was that of a celestial beauty; no wonder their lips felt so intense upon touching – it was the result of yin and yang colliding. She truly was a man's supreme treasure, just like Xianlan and the others, capable of giving the men who possessed her endless pleasure and ecstasy. However, men of average constitutions are not fortunate enough to enjoy such a thing.
Yan Nange now truly believes that something in the universe is protecting him; otherwise, how could his luck be so ridiculously good? He feels that his luck will continue to be good—it's an intuition, and he likes good luck. This isn't something everyone can possess!
Yan Nange extended his tongue, tracing it across Xingchen's soft red lips. The intense sensation made Xingchen tremble uncontrollably, her arms encircling Yan Nange's neck. Yan Nange simply pulled her into his arms, continuing their passionate kiss. Their
lips and tongues intertwined, colliding in a state of utter oblivion. In truth, the change in a relationship between a man and a woman doesn't require time, but rather a feeling in the heart. If the feeling is there, a moment is a lifetime; if the feeling isn't there, a lifetime is not as good as a moment. Xingchen and Yan Nange were the kind of couple whose moment was a lifetime. Although they had only met today, they already felt a connection like blood and flesh. This was a destined fate and destiny, something that could neither be fought for nor stopped.
On May 2nd of the 506th year of Emperor Shenzong's
reign, Yan Nange did not consummate his marriage with Xingchen. Although Yan Nange could see that she was extremely willing, he felt that it was wrong to always turn girls into his women so quickly. It would be better and more perfect to do this important event in her life when their passion reached a certain level.
Yan Nange was still served by four women. Although their constitutions had been greatly improved by Yan Nange, they still couldn't handle his affections. In the end, they needed to cultivate with him to recover. However, after the cultivation, Yan Nange showed them affection again, leaving them completely exhausted. They even needed Yan Nange to bathe them. Naturally, they were nowhere to be seen at breakfast.
After breakfast, Yan Nange asked Xiao Ruo to take Xingchen to the nursery to try planting with them. Xingchen was very happy; she had never done anything like this before.
Finally, Jiaojiao relaxed. Seeing her unhappy expression, Yan Nange quickly said he would buy her something to eat when he returned, which cheered her up a bit.
"Brother, be careful on the road." Xiao Ruo hugged Jiao Jiao, gently reminding him, her eyes full of tenderness as she looked at Yan Nange.
"Don't worry, Ruo'er." Yan Nange couldn't help but kiss Xiao Ruo's cheek. This made Xiao Ruo blush and run away, leaving Jiao Jiao with a burst of happy laughter.
"Brother..." Xingchen murmured, hugging Yan Nange and giving him a passionate kiss, only letting go when both of them were blushing and their hearts were pounding. Ever since Xingchen kissed Yan Nange yesterday, she liked to cling to him, frequently giving him passionate kisses, sometimes behind his back, sometimes without caring that others were present. However, there were no outsiders.
Yan Nange sighed inwardly, thinking that Xingchen was a treasure. She made him feel intoxicated by her tenderness and passion from time to time. You know, the intoxicating feeling of their physical contact was very intense, unimaginable to ordinary people. It was definitely no less than when he was with Xianlan.
Yan Nange naturally enjoyed Xingchen's affection. Imagine the wonderful feeling of such a beautiful and noble woman nestled in his arms like a kitten. Not to mention the sense of accomplishment it brought.
"Chen'er, play with them at home. Don't act like an adult. In your brother's eyes, you'll always be a little girl who needs love. Have fun," Yan Nange said softly, holding Xingchen in his arms.
"Okay. Chen'er will listen to brother. Always," Xingchen said sweetly, clinging to Yan Nange's waist. That coquettish voice made Yan Nange's heart flutter. He thought to himself that Xingchen was truly seductive.
"Alright, baby. Brother has to go. If you don't let go, I'll take you right here," Yan Nange said with a smile.
"Brother, be careful. Chen'er isn't afraid of brother taking me, she's just afraid of brother delaying taking me away. Hehe," Xingchen said playfully, making a face, and ran off.
Yan Nange saw the watery look in Xingchen's eyes when she said she wasn't afraid of him taking her. It seemed the day he and Xingchen would consummate their relationship was approaching; the little girl's heart had already been stirred.
Upon arriving in Mingyue City, Yan Nange didn't go to the shop first; he had told the shopkeeper to close it the day before. The shopkeeper was clever; his father-in-law said he was loyal, and Yan Nange thought he was quite good, so he kept him. The remaining servants, judging from their reliable appearances, were all left with Li Yuanfeng, whom he would need later.
He knocked three long knocks and two short knocks—their agreed-upon signal. A moment later, Li Yuanfeng came and opened the door, welcoming Yan Nange inside. Yan Nange saw that his leg was healed, recovering quite quickly.
"Yuanfeng's leg has recovered well; you can't even tell," Yan Nange said with a smile, sipping the tea Li Yuanfeng had brewed.
Brewing tea was Li Yuanfeng's hobby, but brewed tea tasted quite different from steeped tea, with a different flavor and a greater sense of anticipation and enjoyment in the process. It was much more interesting than steeped tea.
"Yes, it took so long to get better, but it's gotten better these past few days. I really didn't expect it. Brother, you're my lucky star!" Yuanfeng said with a smile. His words were sincere; he truly believed that this elder brother was his benefactor.
"Yuanfeng, I already have a shop in a prime location on Fuman Street. It's a large shop, originally used to sell local specialties. You can move there from now on and prepare for the opening. As for Huang Shiren, he won't cause trouble now that the shop is closed. If he's really eager to die and dares to rush in, you just need to hide. There's a secret passage there. If he really goes there, I won't let him live another month." Yan Nange said with a cold smile. Huang Shiren was a piece of scum he had to get rid of; such a person shouldn't be allowed to remain in the world and pollute it.
"Brother, don't worry, I won't let him catch me," Yuanfeng said with a smile. He was beaten by Huang Shiren last time because Huang Shiren and his gang cornered him at the teahouse entrance; otherwise, he would have definitely run away. Although he didn't know kung fu, he was still very fast.
"Yuanfeng, how much silver do you think is needed to prepare for the opening? Is the shop about the size of your courtyard?" Yan Nange asked. Although he had read many books on business, they were just theories. They were good for thinking, but useless when it came to specific matters. He himself had no experience in this area, even though he was a master craftsman.

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