[Fantasy] The New Smiling Proud Wanderer (Complete) - 22-24

Chapter 17 The Wind Rises in Wu Yu

Qian and his entourage arrived at the gates of the Wu residence. Emerald, who had been sitting in the sedan chair, finally appeared, her face half-veiled.

Her fine, tousled hair, like the most beautiful tassels in summer, was different from that of women from the Central Plains. Her light yellow hair cascaded over her shoulders, partially obscuring her forehead, exuding boundless charm with every breeze. A thin gauze dress draped over her body, like a veil of mist, obscuring her features yet arousing countless desires. Most striking were her eyes, black in the center with pale green tinged with a light gold border, both alluring and dignified. Her high nose stood proudly, her lips narrow and thin, and her figure, though petite, was strikingly curvaceous.

Emerald floated lightly to Yu Qian's side, took his arm, and asked softly, "Why isn't anyone here to greet you?"

Yu Qian smiled and said, "They're probably eating. Come on, let's go in ourselves."

Emerald chuckled softly, flicked her sleeve, and the Wu family's gate collapsed straight to the ground, like someone who had suddenly fainted, without a speck of dust, as if it had been gently laid flat on the ground—utterly eerie.

While Jiang Min was still in shock, Yu Qian had already strode into the house.

"Who's outside, daring to demolish the gate of my Wu family?"

A rough voice came from inside the mansion.

"Is that Wu Gui inside? Lord Yu Qian, the Junior Protector, has come to inspect the Wu family. Quickly, have Brother Wu come out to greet him!"

Jiang Min, fearing that Wu Gui had offended Yu Qian, hurriedly explained.

Wu Gui, upon hearing this, broke out in a cold sweat and rushed to the gate, where he was met by Yu Qian and Emerald. Wu Gui had barely recognized the newcomer when he was captivated by Emerald's exotic beauty—her full, firm breasts, rounded hips, and long, fragrant hair, unlike those of women from the Central Plains.

While he was still stunned, Wu Feng's clear voice rang out from behind him: "This humble commoner, Wu Feng, greets Lord Yu Qian and Lady Emerald!"

Startled from his daze, Wu Gui immediately knelt, trembling as he said, "This servant deserves to die! I have offended you, my lord and lady! I deserve to die, I deserve to die…"

Upon seeing the legendary Junior Guardian Yu Qian, Wu Gui was somewhat incoherent.

"Pfft!"

Emerald chuckled, covering her mouth, and flicked her sleeve, saying, "Get up, you interesting old man… and you, handsome young man, get up too." Hearing this

, Wu Gui, his hunched back trembling, stood aside, while Wu Feng remained kneeling. Yu

Qian looked at the figure on the ground and asked curiously, "Why don't you get up?"

Wu Feng raised his head and said expressionlessly, "The one I'm bowing to is an official; she is not an official..." "

How dare you!"

Jiang Min hurriedly shouted upon hearing this, "This is Jade Girl, one of the seven greatest masters in the world! Nephew, how dare you be so insolent!"

His words were clearly meant to help Wu Feng out of the predicament.

"Seven greatest masters? At Lord Yu Qian's command, even masters have to lose their heads. What is a master compared to a high-ranking official?"

Wu Feng remained stubbornly kneeling.

"Interesting... In other words, you want to be an official?"

Yu Qian looked down at Wu Feng and said.

Wu Feng looked up, his eyes burning with fervor, and declared loudly, "This humble commoner desires to be a high-ranking official!"

Yu Qian, upon hearing this, laughed heartily, "Hahaha, good! Young people should be this arrogant! What rank do you desire? Below the first rank, if you suit my taste, I'll grant you a lifetime of wealth and honor."

Wu Feng looked at Yu Qian and suddenly smiled, "You jest, sir. This humble commoner has never taken the imperial examinations, and no one in my family works in the court. To grant me a lifetime of wealth and honor based on a single glance is nothing short of childish. This humble commoner merely wishes to serve you, sir, and perform menial tasks."

"What's your name?"

Yu Qian approached Wu Feng, helping him up and asking.

Just as Wu Feng was about to answer, someone behind him interrupted his thoughts. The newcomer, dressed in brocade robes and quite formally, knelt before Yu Qian and said, "This humble citizen, Wu Lingwen, pays his respects to Lord Yu. Upon learning of your arrival in Suzhou, I was caught off guard and failed to change my clothes in time, hence my late arrival. My son was ignorant and has offended you; I deserve to die. Please forgive me."

"So you are Wu Lingwen, the head of the Wu family in Suzhou? A benevolent merchant, very good..."

Yu Qian nodded, then turned to Wu Feng and continued, "You haven't answered yet..."

Wu Feng bowed slightly and replied, "This humble citizen is Wu Feng, seventeen years old."

"Seventeen... good, limitless potential..."

Yu Qian's eyes seemed to penetrate Wu Feng's body, seeing into his very essence.

Wu Lingwen promptly ushered Yu Qian into the inner hall, saying, "My lord, please come into the hall for tea. I wonder if you would like a meal? I'll have someone prepare it immediately."

"It's alright,"

said Fei Cui, who had been silent until now, in a sweet voice, "Master Wu, where are your wives?"

Wu Lingwen's two wives were both exceptionally beautiful, so they didn't act impolitely in front of Fei Cui, smiling and saying, "I have two wives in my inner quarters. If Lady Fei Cui wishes to see them, I'll call them out now. Uncle Gui, have someone invite the First and Second Wives to come out and greet our guests."

Seeing Wu Lingwen's respectful manner, Fei Cui remained silent, simply smiling as she walked into the hall. In her heart, she thought: Even the head of the household has to come out to greet my husband, yet the two wives haven't appeared; they must be quite remarkable.

Yu Qian and the others followed Wu Lingwen into the hall, chatting and laughing as they sat down.

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Just then, a knock sounded at the door, and Wu Gui's voice came through: "Madam, are you resting in your room? Lord Yu Qian, the Junior Guardian, has come to inspect. Master asked me to invite you out to greet him."

Shen Yanlin frowned. She had wanted to take a relaxing bath, but Yu Qian had arrived at this crucial moment. Her soft, seductive voice rang out: "Yuerong, you may leave now and invite Uncle Gui in." "

Invite him in?"

Yue Rong was somewhat surprised. The Madam was taking a bath, yet Wu Gui was being allowed to enter.

"Go ahead."

Shen Yanlin had anticipated Yue Rong's surprise but didn't say much, her fair arms playfully idly playing with the hot water as she spoke.

Only two people remained in Shen Yanlin's room. One was the Madam, her face radiating a captivating allure, her charm reaching its peak; the other was an old servant with half-dried hair but a robust physique.

From the small room, the soft, seductive voice asked: "Uncle Gui, don't rush to greet the guest yet. I have some questions for you."

Wu Gui, listening to the sound of the water, suppressed his excitement. As soon as he entered the room, he knew that the First Madam was taking a bath, but he never expected that he would have the privilege of seeing her rosy face and her long, barely concealed legs through the beaded curtain.

He lowered his head, concealing the lust in his eyes, and said in a trembling voice, "May I ask, Madam?"

Whether intentionally or unintentionally, the small wooden tub couldn't contain Shen Yanlin's slender figure. She seemed to have grown tired of sitting, and kicked her delicate, snow-white legs and lovely feet out of the water, exposing them on the edge of the tub.

Wu Gui's eyes widened instantly, and he couldn't lower his head any further.

Shen Yanlin smiled mockingly and asked, "I heard Uncle Gui is acquainted with the owner of Huichuntang?"

Wu Gui seemed to have lost the ability to think, staring intently at the small foot, and subconsciously answered, "Yes."

"Then please, Uncle Gui, fetch me some herbs to reduce internal heat. I have a prescription on my table; just follow it."

Shen Yanlin's voice became even gentler.

"Table?"

Wu Gui glanced through the beaded curtain and spotted the white paper lying on the table.

"Go get it, you fool..."

Shen Yanlin suddenly chuckled.

"Madam, this old servant dares not..."

Wu Gui finally realized what was happening and knelt down.

"Hehe..."

Shen Yanlin laughed brazenly, "I thought you old dog couldn't wait to come here and taste my flesh after only a few days of your departure..."

Wu Gui was shocked and dared not answer, only kneeling with his head down.

In the wooden tub, Shen Yanlin's skin was flushed from soaking, and the old man in coarse linen clothes kneeling outside the curtain made her feel a little hot. Her already full and swollen breasts became even more erect, and her breathing became a little rapid. She suddenly lifted her foot playfully and asked in a seductive voice, "Old dog, are my feet... pretty?"

"This old servant... can't see..."

Wu Gui answered as if possessed.

"Then come in and take a look..."

Shen Yanlin casually said, whether it was a joke or a seduction was unclear.

Wu Gui's old and strong body slowly grew taller, and he stretched out his large, hairy and wrinkled hand towards the beaded curtain.

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Emerald stroked her long hair, revealing a captivating charm. Her camouflage-colored eyes were mesmerizing, every glance from her captivating gaze. Her high nose, rosy lips, and every smile were alluring. A dreamlike voice rang out, "Why does it take so long to invite just two people?"

Wu Feng, seemingly ignoring her beauty, calmly replied, "Mother is probably resting, so she needs some time to dress. As for matters of the lady of the house, Madam Emerald should understand. As for Second Mother, she's just that aloof; it wouldn't be surprising if she didn't come out."

In a few words, Wu Feng apologized for his mother's actions, but simultaneously accused He Ruoxue of disrespect.

Yu Qian merely smiled, looking at Wu Feng with a meaningful gaze, seemingly having seen through his trick. Just as Jade was about to speak, she heard a voice like the chanting of Buddhist scriptures: "Though I am aloof, I still know proper etiquette."

The owner of the voice was dressed in white, her face without rouge, yet she was like a jade beauty from a painting, with delicate features, pert breasts, and a long skirt that reached the ground, concealing her bare feet. She walked gracefully, as if floating in mid-air, silent and ethereal to the extreme.

To Wu Feng's surprise, He Ruoxue, who usually did not want to leave "Penglai Residence," arrived in an instant. Upon seeing He Ruoxue, Jiang Min's eyes were naturally filled with amazement, and even Wu Lingwen felt ashamed every time he saw her, secretly sighing that he had married such a wife, what more could a husband ask for?

The well-informed Yu Qian naturally concealed his expression immediately, but the strangest reaction was Jade's. Since He Ruoxue's appearance, her eyes had been filled with vigilance, and her originally alluring gaze had become sharp, as if this languid beauty harbored a terrifying power.

He Ruoxue slowly sat down next to Wu Lingwen, gave Yu Qian a slight bow, and said, "This humble woman is late in paying her respects; please forgive me, sir."

In front of outsiders, He Ruoxue, already a married woman, was poised and dignified, yet did not seem like someone who had already married.

Yu Qian naturally did not mind, but noticing Emerald's reaction, he gave He Ruoxue a deep look, making a mental note of her, before continuing his casual conversation with Wu Feng and his son.

At this moment, Yue Rong suddenly appeared from the back hall, serving tea to everyone. As she left, she secretly gave Wu Feng a wink.

Wu Feng understood, smiling as he drank his tea, while glancing at the note Yue Rong had left on the teacup lid: "Madam and Wu Gui are in the room."

Reading the note, Wu Feng's eyebrows twitched, whether from anger or shock, it was unclear. He exhaled a warm breath and whispered to Wu Lingwen, "Father, Mother hasn't come out for so long, why don't you go and see her?"

Since he knew Shen Yanlin and Wu Gui were in the room, why was Wu Feng deliberately having Wu Lingwen go and see them? What was his intention?

Moreover, Yu Qian was currently at the Wu family's residence. What would happen if a scandal broke out? Wu Feng pondered his plan, but his face remained impassive.

Wu Ling, hearing this, also found it strange, so he apologized to Yu Qian, left the inner hall, and headed towards the side room.

Meanwhile, in Shen Yanlin's room, Wu Gui was about to lift the beaded curtain to peek into the spring scenery.

"How dare you! I told you to come in, and you actually dared to come in!"

Shen Yanlin's alluring face suddenly hardened, and she shouted in a coquettish voice.

Good heavens, how come both ladies are the same? One rewards a sweet treat, the other a harsh punishment. Wu Gui, already burning with lust, hadn't considered the consequences. His lustful thoughts surged, and he leered, "Even if I come in, does Madam think she'll come out of the tub and chase me away?"

"You lecherous old man, you've got some nerve!"

Shen Yanlin, however, wasn't angry. Instead, she teased, "Could it be that you truly crave meat and want to violate Madam?"

Seeing Shen Yanlin's seductive words, Wu Gui's heart warmed, and he replied, "Madam's charm and allure have long captivated this old servant, but alas, I can only see, not touch..."

As he spoke, Wu Gui had already lifted the beaded curtain and stepped into the steam.

The first thing that caught his eye was a pair of large breasts, half-naked in the hot water. Unlike Yuqin's youth and the Second Madam's nobility, Shen Yanlin's figure was the most voluptuous and full. Her round, snow-white breasts, like two large dumplings, trembled with every movement in the hot water, creating waves of flesh. Most of her delicate body was submerged in the petals and water, only her long, slender yet voluptuous legs were visible. Her small, tender feet rested on the rim of the tub, tempting one to kiss them.

Shen Yanlin seemed unfazed by her current predicament and was about to continue her teasing when she heard Wu Lingwen's voice from outside the door: "Madam, are you in the room?"

Shen Yanlin and Wu Gui exchanged a glance, both somewhat panicked, as if caught in the act of adultery. At the same time, they were thinking: What should we do? Where should we hide?

Wu Gui's lips moved, his eyes glancing at the wooden tub. Shen Yanlin's pretty face flushed red. While answering Wu Lingwen, "I'm taking a bath..."

she glared at Wu Gui, her lips silently saying, "Don't even think about it!"

Wu Gui, suddenly emboldened and emboldened, leaned close to Shen Yanlin's ear, half-threatening, half-teasing, "If the master finds out, I'll just throw caution to the wind, while you'll be branded a harlot..."

Shen Yanlin bit her lip, her breath sweet and fragrant, "Not in the tub, wait for me on the bed..."

Wu Gui, inhaling Shen Yanlin's fragrance, his lust intensified. He pressed his large lips to Shen Yanlin's small mouth, and before she could react, he ran to the bed, jumped on, and lowered the bed curtains.

Just then, Wu Lingwen pushed open the door and entered.

Chapter 18 Dealing with a Tiger's Skin

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Sorry, the promised sex scene will be delayed until the next chapter. I want to move the plot forward first.

As

soon as Wu Lingwen entered the room, he heard Shen Yanlin's seductive voice: "Husband, I was taking a bath and was just about to change when you came in. You're so mean..."

Wu Lingwen, who had intended to confront her, suddenly felt a surge of heat upon hearing her seductive voice. His suspicions vanished, and he could only smile and ask, "Didn't I just send Uncle Gui to invite you? Why isn't he here?"

From behind the beaded curtain, Shen Yanlin emerged, wearing her undergarments and a thin shawl casually draped over her shoulders, revealing half of her snow-white breasts, dazzling Wu Lingwen. She said in a coquettish voice, "An old servant, why should I bother with him? I sent him away to do chores; he's probably off to seduce that maid again."

Shen Yanlin assumed Wu Gui wouldn't dare get out of bed, so she deliberately said some unpleasant things.

"Madam, Lord Yu is waiting outside the hall. You should go out quickly."

Having confirmed that Shen Yanlin was alright, Wu Lingwen didn't say much, but his eyes noticed the lowered bed curtains.

The First Madam, ever as astute, had already noticed Wu Lingwen's suspicion. Her face remained unchanged; instead, she leaned closer to him, whispering in his ear, "I wanted to wash myself clean and enjoy some intimate time with my husband... I even prepared everything in bed, but that troublesome Lord Yu just had to do it at this time..."

Her resentment was undisguised, and combined with her flushed, burning skin, Wu Lingwen's attention was already drawn to the alluring Shen Yanlin, unaware that her heat had been ignited by Wu Gui's light kiss.

Wu Lingwen dared not continue his escapades at this moment, quickly suppressing his desire, saying, "Madam, Lord Yu is waiting outside the hall. I'll go out and entertain him first. We'll meet again tonight..."

As he spoke, he forcefully kneaded Shen Yanlin's full buttocks.

"Oh...okay, then I'll change and put on my makeup first, and then I'll go out in a while...stop rubbing, I can't hold back anymore..."

Shen Yanlin slapped away Wu Lingwen's large hand, scolding him playfully, giving him a flirtatious wink, and then went to do her makeup.

Wu Lingwen chuckled and also left the room, returning to the hall.

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In the hall, without Wu Lingwen, Wu Feng had become the temporary head of the family.

Originally, with the arrival of the Junior Protector, Wu Lingwen, as the head of the family, should not have left rudely, but Shen Yanlin was his precious darling. Of his two sons, Wu Feng was aloof and had little affection for him, while Wu Yu was mischievous and naughty, which he loved but also found troublesome. As for He Ruoxue, needless to say, she was as cold as an iceberg, unapproachable to ordinary people. Therefore, the charming and alluring Shen Yanlin became the object of his affections, even though he ordered people to monitor her, it was merely a means to an end.

At this moment, Wu Lingwen left, leaving only Yu Qian sitting at the head of the table, with Emerald nestled beside him, warily watching He Ruoxue. He Ruoxue, however, seemed indifferent, simply drinking her tea quietly. Thus, only Yu Qian and Wu Feng remained to converse, while Jiang Min chimed in with lighthearted banter.

"Wu Feng, have you ever studied the classics?"

Yu Qian asked, sipping his tea.

"What is a sage?"

Wu Feng asked with a smile. "Solitary as snow, clear as ice, can one be called a sage? Retreating to contemplate the world, advancing to assist a wise ruler, can one be called a sage? You have read many books, but you only know the world, not sages."

"Oh? Interesting..."

Yu Qian's eyes lit up, and he pressed, "What is the world?"

Wu Feng gently stroked his folding fan, pondering, "If my heart is with the world, then I am the world; if my heart is not with the world, then what does the world have to do with me?"

Yu Qian laughed heartily, praising, "This is the way of an official, but it is somewhat arrogant. You need some time to ponder it. Would you like to come to the capital with me?"

"A man should go to the capital."

Wu Feng's eyes gleamed. He had long been confident that he was no ordinary person, and he disdained the eight-legged essay examination. He had been waiting for such an opportunity. Now that he had made an appearance in Yu Qian's eyes, he would surely rise to prominence in the future.

But why did Wu Feng become an official? It was because of his four words: "I am for the world."

Jade, clinging to Yu Qian's side, said, "It seems you've gained another disciple, sir. Congratulations..."

Yu Qian smiled slightly and turned to Wu Feng, saying, "I have two disciples; you are the third. I'll take you to see the other two in a few days."

Wu Feng nodded humbly, "Understood, at your service." He

opened his folding fan, revealing a landscape painting in ink, with a poem beside it: "Forged in the deep mountains through countless trials, it faces the raging fire with equanimity. Though its body is shattered to pieces, it fears not, for it seeks to leave its purity in the world."

Yu Qian, the Junior Guardian, had served as an official for many years, witnessing the reigns of the Zhengtong and Jingtai emperors, and naturally possessed the ability to judge character. Although Wu Feng was only seventeen, his words were extraordinary, his actions cautious, and his intentions profound. Moreover, he hailed from Suzhou, and Yingtian Prefecture had always been the most powerful place under the previous Grand Tutor Jiang Chong. If Wu Feng were here, it wouldn't be impossible for him to usurp the throne.

Yu Qian felt he had gained a great deal from his trip to the Wu family today. First, he recruited Wu Feng; then, he discovered the unfathomable He Ruoxue; and moreover, He Ruoxue's surname, He, was certainly worth pondering.

The He family of Suzhou, though not renowned throughout the land, harbored a tremendous secret. Among the highest officials, only four knew this secret: the former Grand Tutor Jiang Chong, the current Empress Dowager, the Chief Eunuch of the Eastern Depot, and Yu Qian, the Junior Guardian. If this secret were to be revealed in Suzhou, it would surely shake the world. Therefore, Yu Qian's visit to Suzhou was not for the Grand Tutor's cronies, but for this secret he had guarded for five years.

At this moment, Wu Lingwen emerged from the back room. Yu Qian rose and said, "Mr. Wu, I am on official business and will not linger any longer. I must continue my inspection of Suzhou. See you another day."

With that, he glanced at Wu Feng and left, arm in arm with Emerald.

Wu Lingwen hadn't reacted yet, nor dared to stop them, so he could only say, "This humble subject respectfully sees you off, sir!"

Thus, Yu Qian and Jiang Min left the Wu residence and headed towards the He residence.

Behind them, He Ruoxue looked at Yu Qian thoughtfully, then quietly withdrew from the hall, as if she had never been there. Wu Feng also took his leave from Wu Lingwen and returned to his "Flower Abode."

************ In Shen Yanlin's room. After

Wu Lingwen left, Shen Yanlin breathed a sigh of relief, then frowned and said, "Get out here!"

Wu Gui chuckled and slowly got off the bed.

Shen Yanlin muttered to herself, "Feng'er, you're really too hasty, even including me in your calculations."

If Shen Yanlin didn't find Wu Lingwen's sudden return to the room strange, she wouldn't be the First Madam. She had long known that Yue Rong was Wu Feng's woman, so what she should let him know, she didn't hide; what she shouldn't let him know, he wouldn't know.

"Madam, what are your orders?"

Wu Gui, drenched in a cold sweat from the bed, finally regained some composure. Recalling his impulsive kiss, he felt a pang of guilt, yet also a shameless urge to savor the sweetness in his mouth.

"You've got some nerve, you old dog, daring to take liberties with me!"

Shen Yanlin's tone held no anger, as if she were merely stating a fact. She wasn't lewd, but she didn't resist using her body as leverage; it was a familiar tactic. For over twenty years in the Wu family, she had consistently used this method on Wu Lingwen.

"Madam, spare me! This old servant knows his mistake..."

Wu Gui, unable to decipher Shen Yanlin's meaning, could only beg for mercy.

Shen Yanlin glanced at Wu Gui kneeling on the ground, then suddenly smiled strangely. "Wu Gui, you want to do me?"

Wu Gui looked up in astonishment at the beauty emerging from her bath, muttering, "Madam?"

Shen Yanlin leaned forward slightly, wantonly exposing her breasts to Wu Gui's eyes, and seduced him, "I'll give you a chance. Do something for me, and after you do it, I'll let you have your way with me for a day..."

"Madam, you flatter me. Whatever you command, this old servant will do his best without hesitation,"

Wu Gui said meekly.

"Do your best? Not entirely. Don't think I don't know about your affair with He Ruoxue. She wants Wu Yu to take over the Wu family and put my son and me to death."

Shen Yanlin said shockingly, "Although she doesn't hate me, and I don't hate her, that's how things are. She wants me dead, not because she wants me dead, but because I must die."

These words were cryptic, but Wu Gui understood. I didn't kill Bo Ren, but Bo Ren died because of me.

Shen Yanlin continued, "He Ruoxue is pure and virtuous, so it's impossible for her to be so easily taken advantage of by an old hag like you. She probably used coercion and enticement, a combination of kindness and threats, to get you to agree. Now, I'll not only guarantee your safety and give you gold and silver treasures, but I can also let you...defile me as you please. Are you willing?"

Her words were laced with sarcasm towards He Ruoxue.

As the direct descendant of the Shen family, she never considered herself an ordinary woman. Long ago, she had planned a grand scheme, possessing the wisdom and physical attributes to match. Choosing the Wu family was merely a matter of timing; having already laid the groundwork for so long, even she, with her patience, was starting to feel impatient. Money, her body, and emotions were, to her, tools and mere entertainment. While she hadn't slept with many men, there were still five or six. Hearing from Yuqin that Wu Gui's member was huge and hard, she felt a surge of desire amidst the seduction.

A bead of sweat trickled down Wu Gui's forehead as he asked, "What does Madam want me to do?"

"I already told you, I need you to fetch some medicinal herbs for me. Now I can tell you, using all of these herbs will create a good remedy for clearing heat and reducing internal fire. But using only a few will turn it into a poison that will damage your body,"

Shen Yanlin said, pointing to the prescription on the table. To Wu Gui, it looked like a needle-like poison.

Before Wu Gui could reply, Shen Yanlin continued, "No need for you to think about it. I'll tell you now, this prescription is for Wu Lingwen. It's meant to kill him. When the medicine arrives, I need you to brew it for Wu Lingwen. If things come to light one day, I'll trouble you, Uncle Gui, to cover for me."

"Isn't that gambling with my life?"

Wu Gui exclaimed in shock.

"It's a gamble with your life. A moment of wealth and women, in exchange for your worthless life to gamble in this Suzhou city. Let's see

if you, Wu Gui, dare to do it." Shen Yanlin sneered, "However, if it succeeds, you will be the temporary head of the Wu family. Feng'er is interested in officialdom, and Wu Yu's fate is uncertain. If you like, I don't mind letting you vent your desires on me. All the Wu family's servants will be in your household. If you have the ability, you can even take He Ruoxue under your command. I'd like to see that show. What do you say?"

Wu Gui knew that Shen Yanlin wouldn't stoop to lying to him; this was a matter of life and death. He guessed that Shen Yanlin wasn't in the mood for jokes, and he hesitated.

He had been a slave for decades, and although he was quite respected outside, he was ultimately just a steward. He couldn't say how deep his feelings for the Wu family were, but he had never thought of plotting against the Wu family's property. He had lived an ordinary life, and apart from having a large penis and marrying a beautiful wife, he had nothing to be proud of. He was timid as a mouse, yet incredibly audacious with lust, having slept with over a dozen women without ever losing.

Now, he had an opportunity, or rather, a gamble, that could change his life forever. Not a meteoric rise, but a complete upheaval, which thrilled him. Wu Gui considered himself a nobody, yet he also wanted to do great things.

So, he resolutely said, "Very well, I'll entrust my old life to Madam."

Shen Yanlin nodded slightly; she had already guessed that Wu Gui would agree. When she decided to poison Wu Lingwen, she had been considering who to use, and Wu Feng had chosen Wu Gui with a single word, commenting on him: "A person should know himself; knowing oneself leads to courage and recklessness."

Wu Gui put away the prescription on the table and was about to leave when suddenly a surge of heat rose in his heart. He remembered those fair, delicate feet and lewdly said, "Madam, before we do it, is there any wager?"

Shen Yanlin was stunned, then felt a mixture of shame and anger, but helplessly replied, "You only know that kind of thing, you old lecher..."

As she spoke, she stretched out her fragrant foot and kicked Wu Gui.

Unexpectedly, Wu Gui knelt down, grasped Shen Yanlin's smooth, delicate feet in his hands, took a deep breath, and exclaimed, "Absolutely gorgeous!"

Shen Yanlin gave a coquettish laugh, withdrew her feet, turned around, and sat on the bed, saying, "Come on up, you'll see..."

Upon hearing this, Wu Gui roared, his previously suppressed lust erupting instantly, and he pounced straight on Shen Yanlin.

The curtains were slightly lowered, concealing the two on the bed. The delicate and tender Shen Yanlin and the dark-skinned old servant formed a stark contrast. Coarse linen clothes pressed down on Shen Yanlin's legs, her rounded calves hooking around Wu Gui's buttocks, her small feet constantly rubbing against him.

Wu Gui pressed down on Shen Yanlin, his rather strong pectoral muscles flattening her breasts, squeezing them into a jade plate shape. The thin undergarment could no longer contain her full breasts, her areolas blooming like peach blossoms, arching out cute little pink nipples.

"Old dog, I've heard you're quite skilled in bed. If you can make me beg for mercy today, I'll let you...do whatever you want with me in the future..."

Shen Yanlin, a mature woman, was adept at flirting in bed. Whether her words were true or false, they greatly aroused Wu Gui.

"I've long admired you, Madam, and I'll certainly satisfy you today..."

Wu Gui lewdly grinned, his large hands impatiently grasping the breasts he had longed for. Under the rough manipulation of her large hands, her undergarment was slowly removed, revealing two high, firm breasts, like two large bowls filled with pink and plump flesh. The areolas were the size of copper coins, and the nipples were small and erect—all of this deeply attracted Wu Gui.

"So soft, so big..."

Wu Gui said infatuatedly.

"You never know how to be gentle, you old thing, you've ruined my breasts..."

Shen Yanlin hummed, whether feigning it or truly immersed in the moment, it was unclear. Once she became part of the atmosphere, Shen Yanlin could easily utter such a crude word as "breasts."

"Madam, let me undress you..."

Wu Gui said, inhaling the fragrance emanating from Shen Yanlin.

Shen Yanlin glared at him, her jade-like hand touching his crotch through his trousers, and said coquettishly, "So hard... You must be feeling the pinch, you old man! Tell me, how long have you been wanting to do this to me..." The

thin long skirt naturally couldn't conceal Shen Yanlin's pretty figure, her long, slender legs already exposed, wrapped around Wu Gui's old waist, sliding lightly. Wu Gui reached out and boldly slid his large hand across her thighs, replying, "To be honest, Madam, from the first time I saw you, I've wanted to press myself against you and thrust into you forcefully, knead your breasts, and bump your ass..." When

it came to lewd words, Wu Gui was naturally not to be outdone.

Shen Yanlin felt a surge of heat throughout her body. Suddenly, she slipped her small hand into his crotch, grasped Wu Gui's large penis, and said with a seductive smile, "It really is quite thick... Since you call me Madam, what will you call yourself in bed..." Wu Gui 's heart skipped a beat ,

and he blurted out, "Madam, your husband is here... " Chapter 19: The Battle of the Intestines ********** ...

After Wu Lingwen left, Wu Feng called softly.

Yue Rong emerged from behind the door, waiting for Wu Feng's instructions.

Wu Feng suddenly chuckled and said, "Tsk tsk, I wanted to see a good show, but Mother easily thwarted it. How boring. Oh well, I won't cause any more trouble. Come back with me."

"Yes,"

Yue Rong obediently replied.

************

Meanwhile, in Shen Yanlin's room, a scene of eroticism unfolded.

Wu Gui, while kneading his enormous breasts that were difficult to grasp with one hand, lewdly said, "Master is probably back at the shop by now, Madam, you can enjoy yourself..."

Shen Yanlin pinched him and said coquettishly, "You old dog, what else can you do besides this..."

Wu Gui chuckled, not refuting, and quickly stripped off his remaining clothes, revealing his enormous, fiery penis to Shen Yanlin's eyes. The glans was already engorged and swollen, like a purplish-red stone, contrasting with the thick hair, incredibly lewd.

Shen Yanlin smiled slightly in amazement, but her heart was filled with even more excitement. She had long known that this old dog was exceptionally gifted, but she hadn't expected it to be this exaggerated. His penis was the size of a baby's arm; if inserted into her vagina, it would fill every corner.

She looked up at Wu Gui with alluring eyes and said in a coquettish voice, "Husband, I want you to lick my feet..."

Wu Gui's heart warmed, and he lowered himself to Shen Yanlin's calves. The thin gauze dress was already crumpled into a ball, offering no concealment whatsoever, but rather making her even more alluring. Her jade-like legs, which had just been bathed, were warm and snow-white, with delicate ankles and a faint fragrance emanating

from her feet—the scent of flower petals. Wu Gui was even more excited, picking up one of her calves and opening his mouth wide to suck on her little toes eagerly.

"Oh... between the toes..."

Shen Yanlin hummed softly, enjoying the pleasure on her little feet.

Although Shen Yanlin was quite voluptuous, her feet were small and delicate. Of course, she couldn't compare to He Ruoxue's perfection, but she had the advantage of plump, fleshy toes, which, after a bath, were even more rosy and white. Under Wu Gui's licking, her insteps, ankles, and soles were covered in saliva.

He kissed her way down to her calves and then her thighs. While enjoying the warm, plump flesh on his lips, Wu Gui undressed Shen Yanlin. In a moment, the two were completely naked, facing each other.

Looking at Shen Yanlin's jade-like body, Wu Gui's breathing became heavy and rapid, and he couldn't help but compare her to several other women.

Tang Danyue was a woman of the martial world, having practiced martial arts since childhood, and her flexibility and wildness were naturally unmatched, but after all, her journey through the martial world had inevitably damaged her skin. Yuqin was young and delicate, but she was still a maid, and her noble bearing could not compare to Shen Yanlin's.

Over the years, Shen Yanlin had lived a life of luxury, and as she grew older, her appearance changed somewhat, but she became more mature and voluptuous. Furthermore, she disliked moving around, spending her days by the lake watching the fish, and was exposed to the sun. Her fair and voluptuous body, now exposed to Wu Gui's eyes, seemed even more beautiful.

Shen Yanlin noticed Wu Gui staring intently at her, knowing he was captivated by her beauty, but she was used to it. She

simply rubbed her thigh against his rough skin and said, "Fool, why did you stop..."

"Beauty, use your feet to help me..."

Wu Gui said, playing with her large breasts.

Shen Yanlin glared at him, then propped herself up, bringing her legs together and using the soles of her feet to rub Wu Gui's penis. Her alluring eyes were looking down at Wu Gui kneading her breasts, watching them change shape like dough.

Her feet continued their movements, sometimes rubbing the purplish glans with her big toes, wiping away the fluid squeezed from the urethral opening; sometimes pressing the testicles gently between her toes.

During their foot fetish, Shen Yanlin's already soaked mons pubis would occasionally peek out, only to quickly disappear back into her pubic hair.

Their eyes met, their passion mingling, yet neither dared to initiate the act.

After a long silence, Shen Yanlin, unable to bear the emptiness in her lower body any longer, kicked Wu Gui playfully, saying, "You old geezer, do you really want me to beg you...?"

"Hehe..."

Wu Gui chuckled, seeing Shen Yanlin's beautiful face already burning red, knowing she was truly unbearable, he quickly bent down and kissed her lips, his large hand moving directly between her legs.

Their lips intertwined, Shen Yanlin kissing passionately for the first time. Her tongue was forcefully drawn out and taken into the man's mouth, teased and swirled by his large tongue. Then it was pushed back into her own mouth, accompanied by mouthfuls of saliva, his tongue sweeping through every corner of her mouth, even her teeth.

Their lips parted, and Wu Gui extended his tongue, licking Shen Yanlin's cherry-like lips. Then, from her upper lip to her lower lip, down to her chin, her jade-

like neck, and finally to her sexy collarbone. Her breasts were already full and round, and his hot lips moved over them, sensitively sensing the skin softening and becoming fuller. Wu Gui looked at the tender areolas before him, glancing at Shen Yanlin, who blushed but thrust her chest even higher.

His large hands encircled her breasts, taking the adorable nipples into his mouth, his tongue teasing the tips with a soft "slurping" sound.

"Oh, oh, be gentle, don't bite… your tongue is so amazing, so hot…"

Shen Yanlin's long legs wrapped around the butler's hips, her small feet sliding unconsciously, the soles of her feet reddening from the hair on his thighs, only intensifying her desire.

"Stop licking them, kiss me…"

Shen Yanlin said, holding Wu Gui's head.

Wu Gui immediately understood that Shen Yanlin wanted to be penetrated, and quickly sucked on her lips again, his thick penis searching for the entrance.

Shen Yanlin, with perfect understanding, reached out her small hand to guide the large penis to her wet, moist vagina, stroking it while moving it up and down her pink labia.

"Go in..."

Wu Gui said, whether in a question or a command, it was unclear.

Shen Yanlin stared intently at Wu Gui with her phoenix eyes, as if trying to remember the old man about to invade her body.

As the large glans penetrated, her lower body was gradually filled, and Shen Yanlin opened her small mouth, feeling a fullness she had never experienced before.

Until the base of the penis was completely inside her vagina, Shen Yanlin let out a soft sigh, her voice trembling as she said, "Old dog, you're so thick, really so thick... so long and hot, it's killing me..."

Wu Gui laughed and said, "Madam can't take it already? Then what if I do this..."

As he spoke, he pulled out his penis and then thrust it in hard again.

"Ah...it's bursting, you're going to die..."

Shen Yanlin's body convulsed, the tender flesh inside her vagina constantly writhing and squeezing the penis, clearly experiencing immense pleasure.

Wu Gui gestured for Shen Yanlin to wrap her arms around his neck, lifted the beauty's round buttocks beneath him, and began thrusting without restraint.

The large penis, like a peerless beast, repeatedly entered and exited her delicate vagina. Shen Yanlin could only open her mouth wide, breathing through both her nose and mouth to calm her rapidly beating heart. Her clitoris was being forcefully pounded, penetrated deep into her body, reaching her very heart, making it impossible for Shen Yanlin to moan aloud; she could only let out short moans, which echoed in the room along with the sounds of thrusting.

"Slap slap slap slap..."

"Ah...ah...I...can't take it anymore...oh oh oh oh so deep..."

Previously, when she was with Wu Lingwen, Shen Yanlin could enjoy the pleasure while still having the energy to scream and moan loudly, and she could even actively respond to his thrusts. But now, under Wu Gui's fierce thrusts, Shen Yanlin felt as if a ferocious beast was rampaging inside her vagina. The large glans hooked onto the tender flesh of her secret cave, tearing open all the folds and bringing out large amounts of white foam.

The brocade quilt beneath her buttocks was already soaked. Shen Yanlin admitted to herself that this was the first time she had lost her mind, the first time she had been so thoroughly violated that she could only hold onto her waist tightly, letting the man on top of her attack her.

"Madam, you're so tight, it feels so good..."

Wu Gui said, panting heavily. Unlike Yuqin's young vagina, Shen Yanlin had given birth to two children, and her vagina was not as tight as a young woman's, but it had a natural suction force, pulling the penis in and wanting to explore deeper and deeper, as if trying to suck out all her vaginal fluids.

"Oh, oh, oh, it's all filled up... You old devil, you've fucked me to death, you'll fuck me every day from now on... So deep, so inside, it's killing me..."

Shen Yanlin cried out loudly, her nail-less hands gripping Wu Gui's dark, old back, her jade legs wrapped around the man's waist like the most intimate lover, her nipples rubbing against his chest with the throbbing of her body.

Meanwhile, Wu Lingwen was on his way to "Splendid Years," constantly greeting acquaintances along the way. He had no idea that his beloved wife was being wantonly played with by the old butler in his own bed.

Yu Qian's arrival made Wu Lingwen start to consider Wu Feng's future. He naturally didn't know that Wu Feng was not his biological son. Although both sons had the same handsome faces as their mother, Wu Lingwen only felt relieved and had no suspicions.

The information he received from Yun Xin and Yue Rong also indicated that neither of the ladies had many secrets hiding from him.

As a failed scholar who abandoned literature for business, Wu Lingwen did not want Wu Feng to enter officialdom, but Yu Qian's appearance left him with no choice.

Walking towards the fan shop, he pondered Wu Feng's situation. As a husband and father, Wu Lingwen was quite excellent.

Meanwhile, in Shen Yanlin's room, things were becoming increasingly intense.

Shen Yanlin's slender waist arched upwards, Wu Gui's thick arms wrapped around her back, his penis rapidly thrusting in and out of her mons pubis. Their point of contact was already covered in their bodily fluids, their pubic hair tangled and messy.

"Oh, you're so rough, you've penetrated me..."

"I'm going to come, rougher..."

"Ahhh, it's coming, it's coming..."

Shen Yanlin supported herself on the bed with one hand, the other gripping Wu Gui's chest, her high breasts swirling with each of Wu Gui's final thrusts. Both were still full of vigor, locked in a passionate embrace.

Finally, with a loud cry from Shen Yanlin, she released her vaginal fluids. Wu Gui also let out a low growl, shooting his hot, viscous semen into the beauty's body.

Withdrawing his slightly limp penis, Wu Gui leaned against the bedside, panting heavily. Shen Yanlin lay half-conscious, letting the milky white semen flow from her vagina, her body flushed with the afterglow of her orgasm.

"I almost died..."

Shen Yanlin said in a sticky, coquettish voice.

After resting for a while, Wu Gui, seemingly tireless, once again lifted Shen Yanlin's round buttocks. Shen Yanlin gave him a flirtatious wink, got up, pushed Wu Gui back to the bedside, smiled lasciviously at him, and then lowered her head between his legs.

"Hiss..."

Wu Gui gasped, feeling his penis enveloped in something warm and moist. Shen Yanlin's fragrant tongue slid incessantly over the glans, her cheek sucking hard on the entire shaft, the tightness indistinguishable from a vagina.

She swallowed all the liquid on the shaft, then stuck out her tongue and licked the penis, laughing lasciviously, "Old ghost, it feels so good..."

Wu Gui nodded, about to speak, when he saw Shen Yanlin slightly raise her body, clamping the penis between her breasts and rubbing it up and down, her tongue occasionally sticking out and touching the glans.

Wu Gui could no longer hold back, roared, and flipped Shen Yanlin onto the bed, about to penetrate her.

Shen Yanlin quickly said in a coquettish voice, "Wait..."

Wu Gui suppressed his lust, glanced at her, and was then rolled half a circle by her, into a woman-on-top position.

Her tongue slid across her lips, teasing the man beneath her, while she sat on the penis, using the wetness of her mons pubis to moisten the dragon between her legs, then stretched out her slender hand to explore below, took a deep breath, and the penis was already deeply inside her.

"Oh...don't move yet, it's so deep..."

Shen Yanlin felt the satisfaction in her lower abdomen, gave the old butler a satisfied smile, and then took the initiative to lower her head and kiss Wu Gui's lips.

Their tongues intertwined on their lips, while her round buttocks slowly swallowed and released the penis beneath her, the "plop plop" sounds echoing, carrying the remaining semen, once again wetting the place where the two were joined.

"This is...the most comfortable...oh oh oh, it's in, so full..."

"Old ghost, I can feel your glans..." "

Eat my milk, hehe..."

Shen Yanlin pulled Wu Gui's upper body up and put her left breast into his mouth, her plump buttocks tightly welcoming his thrusts.

Wu Gui sucked for a while, then lewdly said to Shen Yanlin, "Madam, turn around..."

Shen Yanlin kissed him lightly, then obediently turned around, the penis not leaving her body, as her round buttocks sat down, filling her vagina once again.

"Wu Gui..."

Shen Yanlin turned her head, letting the man lick her hairless armpits, her breath sweet as she said, "Today I'll let you play with me as you please, use me as you please, rape me... After today, you'll have to do my job properly, understand..."

The last sentence contained a hidden authority. In this passionate moment of intercourse, Shen Yanlin still hadn't forgotten her purpose in seducing Wu Gui with her body. Even her previous orgasm, Wu Gui didn't know if she was faking it. This kind of woman actually made Wu Gui, who was burning with lust, feel a chill.

He quickly turned Shen Yanlin's pretty face and answered her with a hot, wet kiss.

Shen Yanlin also actively entangled with him, her lower body constantly trying to please the man.

Suddenly, Wu Gui pushed Shen Yanlin onto the bed and began to thrust hard from behind.

"Oh, old ghost, thrust into me harder..."

"It's heavenly... you old devil, I've actually been fucked by your filthy bones..."

Shen Yanlin deliberately stimulated Wu Gui, her waist arching back even more forcefully. Wu Gui suddenly pulled out his penis, bent down and licked her anus several times, even sticking his tongue inside.

"You old dog, you're so dirty, licking my asshole..."

Shen Yanlin cried out as her anus was constantly being cared for. After a while, Wu Gui once again inserted his penis into her vagina and continued thrusting until Shen Yanlin reached orgasm.

That noon, the madam and the steward had been engaged in a passionate lovemaking session in this room. He ejaculated, and then Shen Yanlin teased him until he was hard again, and he thrust in and out of her vagina countless times.

Wu Gui licked her small feet, making foot fetish with his penis between them; her breasts pressed against his scrotum, her nipples constantly stimulating his penis; her fragrant tongue roamed all over his body, their tongues intertwining for nearly half an incense stick's time.

Every part of Shen Yanlin's body had been played with by the old servant, even her anus had been brutally penetrated by him. The two collapsed onto the bed, exhausted, and before Wu Lingwen returned, they were still passionately kissing and embracing.

Shen Yanlin struggled to her feet and escorted Wu Gui out of the room, even boldly giving him a deep kiss outside the door, letting him lick her little feet thoroughly before finally parting ways. ( Chapter 20,

May 17th )

Wu Feng leaned against the rosewood table, his finely trimmed eyebrows slightly slanted. Dressed in a long white robe,

he appeared from afar as an eerily handsome scholar. One hand was behind his back, the other steadily holding a writing brush, his deep eyes fixed on the Xuan paper on the table.

The ink was fine, from Anhui, and the person grinding it was a beautiful woman. The gentle and graceful Yue Rong stood quietly beside Wu Feng, adding fragrance to his ink as she ground it with her delicate hands.

The calligraphy was beautiful; Wu Feng's strokes were elegant and refined, yet contained a hidden, chilling aura. On the paper were two neat characters in regular script: "Ksitigarbha."

Putting down the brush, Wu Feng rubbed his temples and asked with a light laugh, "Little Yue, do you know who he is?"

His eyes scrutinized his own handwriting.

Yue Rong smiled faintly, "Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, Xiao Yue only knows him as the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion."

"Yes, Great Compassion."

Wu Feng said, seemingly praising but also mocking, "Cruel Great Compassion. 'I will not become a Buddha until hell is empty...' Conversely, if Ksitigarbha does not become a Buddha, then hell will exist forever. Ksitigarbha, is your intention to become a Buddha, or to remain in hell?"

Yue Rong stared blankly at Wu Feng's handsome face and asked, "Young Master Feng, why did you write these two characters?"

Wu Feng's voice was somewhat confused, as if coming from the void: "I am Ksitigarbha..."

It was late at night, a cool breeze blew by, and the Xuan paper was blown to the ground, folded into an odd shape. At first glance, only a part of the character "藏" ( zang, meaning "

to store") could be seen, which was a "臣" (chen, meaning "minister"). ********** ...

From snow-white to pale yellow, He Ruoxue always dressed in such an elegant manner. Her exquisite face was serene and tranquil. Her slender hands were preparing tea; strangely, there was no small stove beneath the purple clay teapot, yet the cold water poured in produced rising steam.

Wu Lingwen didn't notice this; the usually meticulous and unscrupulous merchant was completely captivated by He Ruoxue.

He Ruoxue wore only a long dress.

She was completely naked underneath, yet she showed no shame. After all, the man before her was her husband, her insignificant husband, so she seemed oblivious to her surroundings, focused solely on her actions. It seemed the Da Hong Pao tea in the cup was far more important than Wu Lingwen.

Her slender figure was perfectly proportioned, her most exquisite breasts meticulously depicted in the pale yellow Suzhou embroidery, even the tiny red nipples were faintly visible, almost imperceptible. Below her waist were slender legs, the thighs rather rounded, the calves extremely thin. Strangely, despite only a thin skirt covering her legs, no dark hair was visible between them.

Wu Lingwen felt a surge of lust. It had been years since he had touched He Ruoxue, not out of his own volition.

Firstly, He Ruoxue lived at "Penglai Residence," and Wu Lingwen was busy managing his fan shop, so he rarely came here. Secondly, the seductive Shen Yanlin had almost drained him dry; how could he have the energy to seduce this second wife?

"Have some tea,"

He Ruoxue's soft voice interrupted Wu Lingwen's reverie.

"Ruoxue, today Yu Qian wants to take Feng'er as his advisor. What do you think?"

Wu Lingwen held his teacup, his eyes leaving He Ruoxue's breasts.

"Inviting a wolf into the house,"

He Ruoxue said succinctly.

Wu Lingwen choked, then smiled bitterly, "Feng'er is only seventeen. How can he be a wolf?"

Wu Feng was certainly not a wolf, not a lecherous wolf, nor a jackal. He Ruoxue glanced at Wu Lingwen, a half-smile on her face, and said, "Like mother, like son."

Strangely, she didn't say "like father, like son.

" Wu Lingwen sighed, "Fine, you and Yanlin can't reconcile."

He took a sip of his hot tea.

He Ruoxue refilled his teacup, casually adding, "If you're free, you can come over for tea. I never feel comfortable with food and tea prepared by others."

"Alright, it's good that you're in the mood,"

Wu Lingwen said happily.

A cool breeze blew in from "Huaxia She," carrying the scent of ink, causing the clivia flowers planted by He

Ruoxue to sway, filling the room with fragrance. ********** ...

Wu Gui tucked the handkerchief into his sleeve and asked the servant before him, "Did the First Madam send you?"

The servant blushed slightly, clearly nervous as he had just started working for the Wu family. He stammered, "Yes... the First Madam asked the steward to look at it... and then burn it..."

Wu Gui waved his hand, dismissing the servant, and then slipped into his room to retrieve the handkerchief.

The handkerchief carried a lingering fragrance, its soft texture like the First Madam's skin, stirring a surge of heat within Wu Gui. He quickly unfolded it and saw the words: "Old dog, want me..."

The delicate handwriting was like the First Madam's soft, warm breath whispered in his ear, instantly igniting a surge of blood in Wu Gui's penis. He hastily placed the handkerchief on the oil lamp, watching it burn to ashes, before running towards the First Madam's boudoir.

"Knock knock..."

Wu Gui gently tapped the windowpane with his fingers. The gauze window opened, revealing Shen Yanlin, her robe half-undone, exposing most of her breasts.

"You rascal, what are you looking at? Climb in already..."

Shen Yanlin said coquettishly to the dazed Wu Gui.

Wu Gui let out a low growl, and with a sudden surge of youthful energy, he climbed onto the windowsill, grabbed Shen Yanlin, and began to kiss her passionately.

"Slow down, window... window..."

Shen Yanlin pushed Wu Gui away with her hands, but her fragrant tongue was already entangled with his, eagerly exchanging saliva.

Hearing this, Wu Gui reached back and closed the screen window, then, holding Shen Yanlin's plump buttocks, lifted her onto his shoulder and walked towards the bed.

Gently throwing Shen Yanlin onto the bed, Wu Gui skillfully removed his clothes. While watching Shen Yanlin coquettishly scold him, "You're so rough, you'll have to pay for what you broke..."

Wu Gui lewdly grinned, "Let me see if I broke anything..."

Saying this, he positioned Shen Yanlin on her stomach and buried his old face in her snow-white buttocks.

A small anus bloomed in the full cleft of her buttocks, like a chrysanthemum bud about to open. The folds forming a circle were slightly clenched and wriggling, as if waiting for something to fill it.

Wu Gui quickly stuck out his tongue, pressing the tip hard against the anus, causing Shen Yanlin to tremble all over and moan, "Oh...you rascal, licking that place again, you're so bad..."

"Mmm...so sweet, Madam is indeed a wonderful thing, even her anus smells good..."

Wu Gui didn't mind the dirt and sucked hard.

Shen Yanlin felt her vagina and anus tighten, and a large amount of lustful fluid flowed out, wetting her thin clothes. A pair of huge breasts pressed on the bed, the nipples rubbing against the sheets, getting hotter and hotter, making her unable to help but open her small mouth, her tongue unconsciously licking her fragrant lips, saliva slowly dripping from the corner of her mouth.

"You rascal, hurry up and come in..."

Shen Yanlin felt that desire was gradually overwhelming her, and quickly turned back to give Wu Gui a flirtatious wink.

Wu Gui didn't dare to tease Shen Yanlin anymore. He got up and held his dark, engorged penis in his hand. The glans was even larger than before, pressing against Shen Yanlin's buttocks, like a ferocious beast greedily eyeing the two openings.

"Where to?"

Wu Gui asked, sliding his purplish-red glans back and forth between her vagina and anus, while stroking Shen Yanlin's buttocks with one hand.

Ignoring all shame, Shen Yanlin placed her hands on Wu Gui's large hands, guiding him to spread her buttocks apart, uttering dazed yet seductive words: "Back... I want you in the back..."

Ever since her one night of pleasure with Wu Gui, Shen Yanlin had found herself unable to suppress her desires. The illicit affair with this lowly and despicable steward gave her a decadent pleasure. Shen Yanlin had always held herself in high esteem, proud of her beauty, cunning, and noble birth. However, once this sense of superiority was shattered, she became obsessed, unable to extricate herself. That

's why she had inexplicably given Wu Gui a handkerchief today. Furthermore, Wu Gui, though of lowly status, possessed extraordinary endowments; compared to Wu Lingwen, Shen Yanlin felt even more unable to resist the pleasure Wu Gui had given her that day.

At this moment, in Shen Yanlin's hazy consciousness, Wu Gui's penis had already broken through her anus, forcefully thrusting the entire massive member deep into Shen Yanlin's rectum.

"Oh...good man, you're so thick, it's so full..."

Shen Yanlin's lower body felt completely blocked, and the heat in her lower abdomen could only be released through her mouth.

"So tight..."

Wu Gui groaned, struggling to thrust his penis.

"Slow down, it's too thick, it's going to break...old dog, you're the dirtiest, you just like to fuck people's assholes..."

Shen Yanlin groaned, biting her lip.

"Then does Madam like being fucked by this old servant..."

Some liquid began to seep from her anus, making Wu Gui thrust even more enthusiastically.

"I hate it, you dare to shove it all in even though it's so thick..."

Shen Yanlin said she hated it, but her buttocks were raised higher and higher, forcefully thrusting backward to meet him, almost knocking Wu Gui over.

Wu Gui pressed his body against Shen Yanlin's back, his hands beginning to play with her breasts. Shen Yanlin stretched out her jade arms and hooked her neck, kissing him deeply.

Suddenly, Shen Yanlin crawled forward, breaking free from Wu Gui's thrusting, and before Wu Gui could react, she pushed him down onto the bed.

"I'm going to make you ecstatic tonight, you old devil..."

Shen Yanlin said sweetly.

She stretched out her smooth, white foot, gently touched his glans, and then used her arch to tease his large penis.

"Where's the medicine? Is it ready?"

Shen Yanlin asked softly, wiping the sweat from her forehead.

"It was ready yesterday, in my room..."

Wu Gui loved Shen Yanlin's feet the most, so the First Madam's footjob excited him more than penetration.

"Good, once the wind blows, you can brew the medicine for your master..."

Shen Yanlin teased his penis with one foot, while extending her other foot to Wu Gui's mouth, letting him lick her toes.

Wu Gui responded and focused on the delicious food in front of him.

Suddenly, Shen Yanlin pulled her legs back and pounced on Wu Gui's chest, rubbing her nipples against his thick pectoral muscles, licking his lips with her tongue, and whispering wantonly, "Tonight I want you to fuck me to death, use me like a prostitute... Come on, get on top of me, rape me..."

Perhaps because her long-planned scheme was finally about to take its first step, Shen Yanlin seemed somewhat excited.

Wu Gui roared, his face flushed, and flipped Shen Yanlin onto the bed, then thrust himself hard into her vagina.

"Oh... harder, harder... it'll kill me..."

"Old ghost, next time do this to me in front of Wu Lingwen..."

"Madam, you're such a vixen..."

"Then kiss me quickly, play with my breasts..."

"Your breasts are so big..."

"Yours are big too, thick and hot... Oh oh oh so deep, shoot inside, give Feng'er a cheap little brother..."

"Slap slap slap..."

************ The next day, the sky was just breaking through the dawn, slightly cool, adding a touch of refreshing coolness to the midsummer.

All the masters and servants of the Wu family stood at the gate, except for He Ruoxue.

There was a hint of reluctance in Wu Lingwen's eyes as he looked at his second son beside him, but he began to miss Wu Yu. He had two sons and a daughter. His daughter had run away from home several years ago to run a business with that wild man. Now, his two sons were also leaving him one after another.

In the distance, a sedan chair steadily approached the Wu family, carried by eight strong men of Western Region descent. That was Yu Qian's sedan chair.

The curtain opened, and Yu Qian, having changed out of his official robes, wore only a magnificent robe. One could vaguely see Emerald lying on her side inside, her long, slender legs draped casually.

"Greetings, Junior Guardian,"

the Wu family members knelt and bowed.

"Rise,"

Yu Qian waved his hand, then looked at Wu Feng and said, "Today I must return to the capital to report on my duties. I already had Jiang Min speak to you about it yesterday. How about it? Will you come with me to the capital?"

"Wu Feng awaits your arrival,"

Wu Feng replied, his head bowed, his expression unreadable.

Shen Yanlin took Wu Feng's hands and whispered, "Feng'er, living in the capital is not easy. Be careful in your actions and words, and consult with the lord on everything. Don't be like those pedantic poets of the Tang and Song dynasties, unyielding and inflexible. You must learn to be patient and tolerant."

These words sounded somewhat strange, but Wu Feng understood his mother's meaning. The four great families are Qin, Zhou, Tang, and Song. The Zhou family is my mother's maternal family, so it goes without saying. The Tang and Song families are also on good terms with the Zhou family. If you encounter people from these two families, you can act according to your own discretion.

Wu Lingwen also came over at this time and said, "Scholars are often meddlesome. Be careful not to make careless mistakes in your writing and poetry."

Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang of the Ming Dynasty was very sensitive to the surname Zhu and had repeatedly launched literary inquisitions. Wu Lingwen was afraid that his son might inadvertently offend the imperial surname, so he earnestly reminded him. "I understand,

"

Wu Feng replied softly, bowed to Wu Lingwen and Shen Yanlin, and then turned to follow Yu Qian.

Yu Qian breathed a sigh of relief and turned back to ask, "Are you good at riding?"

"A little,"

Wu Feng smiled.

Upon hearing this, Yu Qian ordered a sedan chair bearer to bring a white horse and said, "You will ride behind my sedan chair. In the future, follow Emerald to practice some martial arts. An official should have a skill to rely on."

"Yes,"

Wu Feng replied as he mounted the horse.

Dressed in white and riding a white horse, like a refined gentleman from a bygone era, Wu Feng followed Yu Qian northward to pay homage to... Heaven.

Watching Yu Qian and his entourage disappear into the distance, Wu Lingwen and Shen Yanlin both felt a pang of regret. Shen Yanlin's face flushed slightly, whether from pleasure or resignation, it was unclear. From behind, they saw Wu Gui's large hand gently moving between her buttocks.

The Wu family returned to their residence. Wu Gui hurried to Wu Lingwen's side, saying, "Master, you've been working hard lately. This old servant had someone prepare a soup, which is very beneficial for your spleen and stomach."

Wu Lingwen smiled and said, "It's rare for Uncle Gui to have such a thoughtful thought."

He then happily left with Wu Gui, his face beaming.

Chapter 21 Cold Rain Without Heart

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After Tang Shen captured Wu Yu and his group and brought them back to the Cangqiong Sect, Tang Xi, who was unconscious due to serious injuries, was confined to a small room by Tang Shen to recuperate. After all, they shared the same origin, and Tang Shen didn't want fellow disciples to fight each other.

Tang Danyue was imprisoned with another woman, not Liu'er as Wu Yu had guessed, but Yuqin. Wu Yu was imprisoned with Lei Meng and kept under strict guard.

"Brother Lei, weren't you supposed to be stationed in Jinling? How did you get captured too?"

Wu Yu was unsure whether the captured woman was Liu'er or Yuqin, so he was somewhat anxious.

"Brother Wu, I have failed you. I was originally with the escort agency, but Xiao'er led Miss Liu'er back to Jinling. I tried to help them escape, which exposed my presence, and I was captured by Tang Shen,"

Lei Meng said apologetically.

"Oh? So Sister Liu'er wasn't arrested. Then it was Sister Yuqin who was arrested..."

Wu Yu felt slightly relieved and continued, "Then, what about the donation?"

"Don't worry, brother, the donation is still with the escort agency and hasn't been exposed,"

Lei Meng whispered, afraid of being overheard.

"That's good."

The donation was Wu Yu and Tang Shen's bargaining chip; if the Cangqiong Sect discovered it, they would be worthless.

At this moment, Wu Yu and Lei Meng weren't restrained by ropes and could move freely in the room, but they couldn't leave the door. This was the Cangqiong Sect's territory; even if they left, they couldn't break through the encirclement. Wu Yu assessed the current situation and began to consider the future.

If the donation was lost, the Wu family would be in serious trouble. However, Master Wu was on good terms with Jiang Min, the governor of Yingtian, so they could naturally avoid this disaster. His mother, He Ruoxue, was indifferent yet shrewd, so there was no need to worry about her. The only thing that worried Wu Yu was that his aunt, Shen Yanlin, would surely take this opportunity to persecute him, both by force and by force.

Now that Liu'er had been captured, Wu Yu thought that he might as well risk everything and become an outlaw. Of course, this was just a resentful thought; his parents were still alive, and he had not yet repaid their kindness, so how could he harm himself? However, leaving the Cangqiong Sect would be extremely difficult.

Just then, a sound came from outside the door. The door opened, and a henchman came in, saying, "The boss wants you to go to the council hall. Let's go!"

Lei Meng's eyebrows furrowed, and his clothes billowed, revealing him to be the renowned "Iron Shirt" of the martial arts world. He roared, "Even if Tang Shen himself came, he wouldn't dare to be so insolent!

How dare you, a mere lackey, yell at my family!" Wu Yu quickly grabbed Lei Meng's right arm, saying, "Brother Lei, why are you angry? How can such a lowly servant be worthy of your attention? Let's go to the council hall first and see what schemes Tang Shen has up his sleeve."

Lei Meng snorted, "Consider yourself lucky. Lead the way!"

The henchman, intimidated by Lei Meng's imposing presence, looked panicked and moved six feet away from Lei Meng, bowing and scraping, saying, "Please, please!"

Wu Yu and Wu Yu followed him. Lei Meng saw him leave... Lei Meng leaned close to Wu Yu and said, "Brother, in the Cangqiong Sect, apart from Zhou Qianlong, no one can break my Iron Shirt technique. If it weren't for protecting Xiao'er, I wouldn't have been captured. I know Zhou Qianlong isn't in the Cangqiong Sect right now. Later, you protect my back, and we'll rescue Elder Tang and Miss Yuqin, then we'll fight our way down the Cangqiong Sect."

Wu Yu asked, "Why do I need to protect your back?"

Lei Meng explained, "Tang Shen's skill is profound. If I spread the Iron Shirt technique throughout my body, I'll have a hard time resisting his attacks. If I concentrate all my power in my chest, I can easily withstand Tang Shen. I know Zhou Qianlong and the Third Leader Song Dao are inseparable. Now that they're not in the Cangqiong Sect, it's a great opportunity to escape."

Wu Yu nodded slightly, agreeing with Lei Meng's opinion.

The two arrived at the council hall and saw Tang Shen sitting in the central hall, next to a middle-aged scholar who looked to be around forty years old, stroking his beard and sizing up Wu Yu.

This scholar was none other than Zhu Kai, the fifth leader known as "Wild Goose King." He was skilled at disguise; he had previously dressed as a clerk, but now he had transformed into a scholar.

The scholar, quite interested, said to Wu Yu, "Is this the eldest young master of the Wu family in Suzhou? Hmm, the Tang family's internal energy permeates his entire body, and his steps are light. It seems Young Master Wu's lightness skill is quite good. However, the Tang family of Suzhou is not known for its lightness skill, so I can't see through Young Master Wu's lightness technique..."

Tang Shen was also surprised to hear this and asked, "Even you, Fifth Brother, can't see through it? It seems this Wu Yu is not simple..."

Wu Yu ignored their comments and exchanged a glance with Lei Meng, saying, "Chief Tang, you are from the Tang family, why did you have to come and rob the Changlu Escort Agency's prized goods?"

Tang Shen smiled slightly and said, "Heavenly secrets cannot be revealed. Boy, how about the deal you mentioned the other day?"

Just as Wu Yu was about to speak, Lei Meng suddenly shouted, "Brother, make your move!"

After saying that, Lei Meng's chest suddenly bulged, and his body was covered with bulging veins, like a god.

Tang Shen frowned and sighed, "This Iron Shirt technique is troublesome!"

Just as he was about to subdue Lei Meng, he heard Lei Meng scream in agony. A sword's edge was faintly visible through his chest; he had been stabbed through the heart from behind.

Lei Meng's eyes were filled with anger, confusion, and helplessness. His strength dissipated, and he weakly asked, "Why...why?"

A voice behind him whispered, "Sorry, it was all for my own escape..."

Lei Meng roared, as if in a final burst of energy, channeling his remaining inner strength into his right fist and attacking backward. But the man behind him easily dodged, the sword flashing past and severing Lei Meng's right arm at the shoulder. Lei Meng

's eyes blazed with fury, blood flowing freely. He could no longer hold on, kneeling on the ground, dying with his eyes wide open. The man who had attacked Lei Meng sighed softly, "Now, we can talk about a deal, Boss Tang."

His voice was calm and cold, as if nothing had just happened.

Tang Shen and Zhu Kai's eyes gleamed, trying to see through the man, but they couldn't understand why he was doing this.

The man stood expressionless before Lei Meng's corpse, not a drop of blood on his body; it was Wu Yu.

Tang Shen looked at Wu Yu meaningfully and said, "No poison, no hero! What a nice return of favor. It seems Young Master Wu really wants to make that deal with me."

Wu Yu replied, "I was very sincere from the start."

Zhu Kai smiled and said, "If you're sincere, please take off that hidden sword first, Young Master Wu. Otherwise, I'm not confident I can escape unscathed from Young Master Wu's sneak attack."

It turned out that the sword blade was a soft sword that Wu Yu had hidden in his sleeve.

"Sorry, I never let my sword out of my sight,"

Wu Yu said with a smile.

Tang Shen suddenly interjected, "Very well, Young Master Wu's willingness to offer Lei Meng's corpse is already the greatest sincerity. Isn't that right, Young Master Wu? But I wonder what kind of deal Young Master Wu wants..."

Wu Yu replied, "Chief Tang must be wondering why I killed Lei Meng."

Tang Shen and Zhu Kai nodded; this matter made them somewhat unsure of Wu Yu's character.

Wu Yu smiled and began to explain to the two of them.

Suzhou, this seemingly peaceful city, actually harbored a great secret. He Ruoxue had already told Wu Yu when he married Liu'er that Shen Yanlin was a direct descendant of the Shen family, and that her willingness to marry Wu Lingwen and follow him to Suzhou must have some ulterior motive.

And Wu Yu, like Wu Feng, was not Wu Lingwen's biological son. In reality, He Ruoxue and Wu Lingwen had never consummated their marriage. Each time, He Ruoxue would only allow Wu Lingwen to get slightly close, and then use her methods to make Wu Lingwen mistakenly believe that he and He Ruoxue had already consummated their marriage. He Ruoxue's willingness to marry into the Wu family as a concubine was also to escape that secret.

Years ago, He Ruoxue's father, the younger brother of the current head of the He family, had an encounter with a woman from the martial arts world. Soon after, that woman gave birth to a daughter and disappeared without a trace. Therefore, He Ruoxue had a low status in the He family and was forced to marry Wu Lingwen, who was not wealthy at the time.

Before He Ruoxue married into the Wu family, her mother, a woman from the martial arts world, returned to the He family with a man.

It was then that He Ruoxue first recognized her mother and learned some secrets. He Ruoxue's mother and the man she had accompanied stayed at the He family for some time. During this time, He Ruoxue and the man developed feelings for each other and had an affair without a matchmaker, soon becoming pregnant. Just as the man was preparing to marry He Ruoxue, some events occurred in the family, forcing him to leave.

At this time, in order to cover up the family scandal, the He family hastily married He Ruoxue into the Wu family, and she gave birth to a son, who is now Wu Yu. As

Wu Yu grew up, He Ruoxue's personality also became more indifferent. From a beautiful young girl, she became a young woman in her prime, and the things hidden in her heart were gradually buried deep. Until one day, she learned that Shen Yanlin was a descendant of the Shen family and predicted that the Wu family would have trouble sooner or later, so she began to have Wu Yu practice martial arts.

He Ruoxue's reason for allowing Wu Yu to escort the donations was to help Wu Yu and Liu'er escape the troublesome city of Suzhou. Now that the caravan has been robbed, even if Wu Yu returns to Suzhou, he will inevitably face punishment from Yingtian Prefecture. If Shen Yanlin fuels the fire, it will implicate the Wu family, and Shen Yanlin's scheme will succeed.

If Wu Yu wants to leave the Wu family and has someone to rely on, the best way is to join the Cangqiong Sect.

With Tang Xi seriously injured and his fate unknown, and Tang Danyue and Yuqin captured, only Lei Meng remains the biggest obstacle to Wu Yu's cover-up. Therefore, Lei Meng must die; for Wu Yu, only the dead can prevent the secret from being revealed.

After listening to Wu Yu's words, Tang Shen pondered and said, "Young Master Wu, it's fine if you want to join my Cangqiong Sect, but what about the people traveling with you..."

Wu Yu said, "The Chief can rest assured about this. Tang Xi is a disciple of the Tang Clan, and the Chief can naturally release Tang Xi on the grounds of not wanting fellow disciples to fight each other. Yuqin was originally my maid, so it's fine for her to join the Cangqiong Sect with me. Sister Danyue is the Chief's daughter and also my master. If we can appeal to her emotions and reason with her, we might as well let her stay."

The scholar Zhu Kai stroked his beard and praised, "Young Master Wu is very shrewd. It seems that my Cangqiong Sect has gained another strategist."

Tang Shen raised his eyebrows and said, "Good! My Cangqiong Sect has always gathered heroes from all over the world, so naturally Young Master Wu doesn't mind. Then we can address each other as brothers... Hmm, perhaps we can also address each other as father-in-law and son-in-law, hahaha..."

Wu Yu was also delighted and said, "Then I thank the Chief in advance."

Addressing each other as father-in-law and son-in-law naturally meant that he intended to marry Tang Danyue to Wu Yu.

Tang Shen glanced at Lei Meng's corpse, then summoned several disciples, saying, "Men, take Lei Meng's body away and give it a proper burial

. Also, send Tang Xi back to Jinling City." He then looked at Wu Yu and said, "As for that little wench and my good daughter,

we 'll have to rely on Brother Wu's silver tongue. " Wu Yu smiled confidently and followed a henchman to the

room where Tang Danyue and Yuqin were being held. ********** ... Tang Danyue smiled slightly and blinked, saying, "Yuqin, you and my old man, you're having an affair, aren't you..." Yuqin, who was originally in tears, blushed when Tang Danyue suddenly brought this up, displaying a charming and coquettish demeanor. With a slightly hesitant tone, Yuqin said, "Sister-in-law, I..." Tang Danyue gently shook her head and said, "You were originally a maid of the Wu family. When your master asks you to do something, how can you refuse? It's been tough on you... I know that old lecher Wu Gui. He treats me like this... let alone a beautiful young lady like you." Yuqin said gratefully, "Sister-in-law, thank you... I came out with the young master this time because of the madam's scheme, but I... I like the young master, so I've wanted to leave the Wu family for a long time..." Tang Danyue nodded and said, "I know. You were carrying sleeping pills and aphrodisiacs. It's amazing that Shen Yanlin would use such despicable things. Did she think I didn't know?" Yuqin sighed and said, "The madam's thoughts and methods are unfathomable. How could a mere maid like me resist? However, I've already thrown away the sleeping pills and aphrodisiacs..." "Hmm, if you didn't intend to poison the young master, I believe he wouldn't blame you..." Tang Danyue said. Yuqin nodded slightly, about to speak, when the door suddenly opened, and someone poked their head in, saying, "Sister Yuqin, Sister Danyue, are you alright?" Chapter 22 Where Are the Willow Catkins ? In the woods outside Jinling City, the summer downpour had left a damp and oppressive atmosphere. Two figures moved slowly through the woods in this stifling air. One was dressed in black night clothes, stained with blood, broad-shouldered and burly, clearly a skilled martial artist. The other was a woman, wearing a long, light green dress, torn in several places, revealing her fair skin underneath. Her face was also covered in mud, making her look extremely disheveled. These two were Tang Xiao and Liu'er. That day, the Cangqiong Sect discovered Tang Xiao and his companions at the city gate. After a fight, Yuqin was captured. Tang Xiao, having only recently begun practicing martial arts, was exhausted and could only protect Liu'er, fleeing back to Jinling City. With Lei Meng's assistance, they escaped to the outskirts of the city. In the darkness, the two lost their bearings and fled, eventually reaching the woods surrounding Chaohu Lake, only a few miles from the Cangqiong Sect. "Brother Tang, let's rest," Liu'er said, panting. Tang Xiao looked back at Liu'er, seeing her drenched in sweat and her clothes worn through, and felt a pang of pity. Having run all night, he figured the Cangqiong Sect wouldn't be chasing them, so he said, "Alright, this place should be safe. Let's rest." The two found a clearing nearby, spread out some leaves, and sat down. Just as she breathed a sigh of relief, Liu'er asked worriedly, "I wonder how my husband and the others are doing..." Tang Xiao smiled wryly, "We were unlucky; we ran into the Cangqiong Sect as soon as we left the city gate. But don't worry, Brother Wu and Elder Tang are on the same journey, they should be safe." Liu'er nodded, her heart then turning to worry for Yuqin. Seeing the Cangqiong Sect members were like wolves and tigers, Yuqin was likely to be violated. Seeing Liu'er's worried expression, Tang Xiao comforted her, "Miss Liu'er, we're barely able to protect ourselves right now, let alone help them. Perhaps I should heal my injuries first before seeking help." Liu'er suddenly snapped out of her reverie and ran to Tang Xiao's side, saying, "Brother Tang, I'm so sorry, I completely forgot you were injured. Is it serious? Let me take a look..." Tang Xiao blushed and said, "Men and women shouldn't touch each other, I'll handle it myself." Liu'er, however, wasn't shy like him. She glared at him and said, "Speaking of propriety at a time like this, you have none of the boldness of a chivalrous person. At home, I'm the one who bandages my husband whenever he's injured. You're not even as good as my husband!" Provoked by Liu'er, Tang Xiao immediately said, "I was being coy. In that case, I'll trouble you, Miss Liu'er." With that, he casually ripped off his tattered night clothes. Tang Xiao's muscles bulged like small hills, covered with short, shallow wounds inflicted by the blade of a short spear. Though the wounds were neither long nor deep, they felt as if a piece of flesh had been ripped away, causing extreme pain. It was remarkable that Tang Xiao had endured the pain until now.

Looking at the strong figure before her, Liu'er couldn't help but blush slightly. She quickly tore off several strips of cloth from the hem of her skirt and said, "Brother Tang, please wait a moment. We should be able to find some medicinal herbs nearby. I'll go look for them."

Tang Xiao suddenly laughed and said, "Miss Liu'er, you're older than me, yet you call me Brother Tang. Do I really look that old?"

Liu'er chuckled and glared at Tang Xiao, saying, "Do I look older than you?"

That charming glance made Tang Xiao's heart flutter, and he subconsciously said, "Miss Liu'er is a beauty of unparalleled grace. How could you look old..."

Liu'er snorted, "You're smart enough. Fine, from now on, you can call me Sister Liu'er, and I'll call you Little Brother."

With that, she turned and disappeared into the forest to search for medicinal herbs.

A moment later, Liu'er returned, her face beaming with joy. "I heard the sound of water nearby. There might be a river not far away. Let's go there together after I bandage you up."

Having spent the night fleeing, Liu'er was covered in blood. Having grown up with He Ruoxue, she was quite clean, and upon hearing of the nearby river, she couldn't wait to wash herself.

As she spoke, she crushed the herbs she had found and applied them to Tang Xiao's wounds. Her smooth, soft fingertips traced across Tang Xiao's skin, causing him to tremble slightly. Liu'er quickly asked, "Did I hurt you?"

"N-no…"

Tang Xiao mumbled.

Liu'er suddenly realized that their actions were rather intimate, so she quickened her pace, tying the torn strips of cloth around Tang Xiao's wounds.

After bandaging him, the two got up and walked towards the direction of the sound of water.

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Wu Yu, Tang Danyue, and Yuqin sat together on a chair. Wu Yu told the two women the story he had prepared beforehand, and then Tang Danyue said, "Young Master, it's impossible for me to join the Azure Sky Sect."

Wu Yu smiled helplessly, "Sister Danyue, we can't go back now, so let's skip the title of Young Master."

Tang Danyue said, "Since you call me sister, then I'll be frank. I don't object to you joining the Azure Sky Sect; in fact, I strongly support it. To deal with Wu Feng and Shen Yanlin, we can only rely on the power of the Azure Sky Sect. As for your mother, you don't need to worry. In all my years in the martial world, I've never met anyone more profound than her."

Yuqin, who was standing nearby, was completely confused. Besides being as beautiful as a fairy, did the Second Madam have some other secrets? However, since Wu Yu and Tang Danyue were talking, she couldn't get a word in edgewise.

Tang Danyue continued, "But I suffered humiliation at the hands of the Cangqiong Sect, an insult I will never forget. Therefore, I cannot stay here. Either you lock me up for life, kill me, or let me leave."

Wu Yu sighed, "Sister Danyue, why are you doing this... Since that's the case, I'll persuade Chief Tang to release you. Even a tiger doesn't eat its cubs; in my opinion, he has no intention of making things difficult for you."

After saying this, Wu Yu turned to Yuqin and asked, "What about Sister Yuqin? Are you willing to stay at the Cangqiong Sect?"

Yuqin smiled bitterly, "Where else can I find refuge? Born a servant of the Wu family, I finally managed to leave Suzhou to see the world, and then this happened. I only hope that Young Master will have pity on me and not let me be bullied by the villains of the Cangqiong Sect."

Wu Yu confidently said, "With me here, who dares to bully you?"

At this point, the three of them had reached an agreement. Tang Danyue insisted on leaving, and Wu Yu's persuasion was useless. They could only wait and consider the matter later.

That night, Tang Shen ordered Tang Xi and Tang Danyue to be released and hosted a banquet to welcome Wu Yu. Within the Cangqiong Sect, the seven leaders were already fulfilling their duties, and no more could be added. Zhu Kai proposed that since there were seven leaders internally, there should be five sect leaders externally to control the Cangqiong Sect's secret branches in various locations.

In the Cangqiong Sect's council hall, the members sat together joyfully; those who had been mortal enemies just days before were now brothers over drinks.

Wu Yu sat at the lower end, with Yu Qin standing behind him, head bowed, afraid of being noticed by any member.

Tang Shen said, "Since Brother Wu is now one of us, we will share life and death from now on! Fifth Brother, you speak."

An old man beside him stroked his beard and said, "Brother Wu, although our Cangqiong Sect is just a Jianghu gang, it has all the necessary organs. You must listen carefully."

This man was none other than the Fifth Leader, "Wild Goose King" Zhu Kai. He had shed his scholar's attire and transformed into an old man, leaving Wu Yu in awe.

Zhu Kai slowly said, "In the world today, besides the government, there are four major families that hold sway. Among them, the Tang family of Suzhou is just a group of military men, with generals but no soldiers, so they are not a threat. The Song family of Shandong has deep roots, but they are inflexible and rigidly adhere to etiquette. The Zhou family of Jiangnan has been dormant for many years; if they make a move, the whole world will be shocked, so we must be cautious. The Qin family of the Northwest is a formidable enemy."

Wu Yu then asked, "I heard that the second leader is Zhou Qianlong, an unparalleled genius of the Zhou family, and one of the seven greatest masters in the world. If we were to deal with the Zhou family in the future, wouldn't that be..."

Zhu Kai smiled slightly and said, "You can rest assured now. The Zhou family is descended from the Shen family, but while the direct descendants of the Shen family aspire to rule the world, the Zhou family only aspires to wealth. Although the second leader is not alienated from the Zhou family, he disdains to associate with them."

Wu Yu nodded, signaling Zhu Kai to continue. Tang Shen, who was standing to the side, was also very interested. Although he came from the Tang family, like Zhou Qianlong, he was not inclined to strategize with his own family.

Zhu Kai continued, "Our Cangqiong Sect is the most powerful force besides the four great clans, with connections to various officials and merchants. Therefore, if the court wants to deal with us, it will surely inflict serious damage. However, to the north are the Oirat Tatars, to the west are the Yili Bali, and internally there are remnants of the Yuan Dynasty. The court is simply powerless to deal with us." "

When the Ming Dynasty established its capital in Beiping, our Cangqiong Sect could have occupied Nanjing, forming a north-south power balance. However, five years ago, Zhu Qizhen was captured, plunging the world into chaos. Hmph, speaking of which, Zhu Qizhen is my nephew; he was truly utterly incompetent!"

"The capital is guarded by the Embroidered Uniform Guard, making it difficult to shake. Nanjing has thus become a gathering place for bandits. Brother Wu, do you know why bandits are so rampant in the Yingtian area?"

Wu Yu frowned and said, "Could it be because of the prosperity of Yingtian Prefecture?"

Zhu Kai smiled and said, "That's one reason. The second reason is that a great secret is hidden here. Whoever obtains this secret will be the big winner. Therefore, my Cangqiong Sect occupies this place, bribes the officials, and secretly sets up trade routes."

Wu Yu gave Zhu Kai a meaningful look and said lightly, "To be able to possess one of the three wonders of Nanjing, the Bright Moon Pavilion, and control the Nanjing city guard, the Cangqiong Sect is indeed powerful." Zhu Kai

was not surprised that Wu Yu could guess these things. Without the help of the Nanjing city guard and the Bright Moon Pavilion, how could Tang Shen have defeated the caravans one by one in just one night?

Zhu Kai continued, "My second-in-command has already gone down the mountain to contact his superiors. Taking Jinling completely must be done immediately. All seven of our leaders are busy with their own affairs, so we need Brother Wu to lead the five sect leaders to control Jinling, Suzhou, and Shanghe respectively—that is, to take Yingtian Prefecture!"

"Oh? Yingtian Prefecture? Interesting, interesting. What do I need to do?"

Wu Yu seemed unsurprised by Zhu Kai's words.

The Cangqiong Sect, as a Jianghu faction, dared to presume to seize cities; their intentions were despicable, and their ambitions were surely rebellious. Wu Yu seemed to have known this beforehand, his calm demeanor earning Tang Shen's secret admiration.

Zhu Kai said, "The three wonders of Qinhuai are Mingyue Tower, Liufeng Residence, and Xuefang Pavilion. The owner of Mingyue Tower is none other than Si Mingyue, the sixth leader of my Cangqiong Sect, while the managers of Liufeng Residence are six troublesome women. As for Xuefang Pavilion... behind it is a concubine in the palace, Consort Fang Xue. What Brother Wu needs to do is take down the other two of the three wonders of Qinhuai."

Wu Yu said calmly, "What's so difficult about that?"

Zhu Kai explained, "Brother Wu, don't underestimate this matter. The women of Liufeng Residence have mysterious origins; even Pang Laosan only found a few clues. As for Xuefang Pavilion, it has the support of the government and is extremely wealthy and powerful."

"Hehe, what do you think of using the disaster relief funds?"

Wu Yu said.

Tang Shen and Zhu Kai exchanged a glance, secretly admiring his skill.

Suddenly, Wu Yu remembered the alluring second manager of Mingyue Tower and asked with a smile, "Then who are the other managers of Mingyue Tower?"

Zhu Kai replied, "The three managers of Mingyue Tower are: Manager Si in charge of finances, Manager Yan Rou in charge of food and drink, and Manager Yu in charge of entertainment."

"Manager Yu?"

Wu Yu's heart skipped a beat.

Tang Shen, who was standing next to him, laughed loudly, "Brother Wu, who do you think leaked your whereabouts?"

Wu Yu turned around abruptly and exclaimed in surprise, "Sister Yuqin!"

At this moment, Yuqin was no longer bowing her head, and with a smile on her face, she said, "The third manager of Mingyue Tower greets Sect Leader Wu."

Wu Yu was finally shocked. The Cangqiong Sect was hiding so deeply that they even had people in the Wu family. No wonder Yuqin was willing to sacrifice her looks like that; she was in charge of the entertainment brothel and was naturally used to such things.

"How is it? Does this arrangement meet Brother Wu's standards?"

Zhu Kai asked with a smile.

"I admire you... Could it be the work of Chief Zhou?"

Wu Yu nodded.

"No, no, this is the plan of Third Chief Pang Zheng,"

Tang Shen said.

Seeing that Wu Yu had closed his eyes and returned to normal, Zhu Kai's eyes lit up, and he continued, "Now, Brother Wu is the head of the Five Outer Gates. Why don't you first tell me about your assistants?"

Wu Yu nodded in agreement.

"The Five Outer Gates manage affairs outside the main gate. Brother Wu is the Grand Master, commanding four people. The Second Master is Yan Rou, the second manager of Mingyue Tower. The Third Master is Meng Huichun, the manager of Huichun Hall in Suzhou. The Fourth Master is in Shanghe City, I will introduce him later. The Fifth Master is He Lanting, Brother Wu's maternal grandfather."

Sure enough, just as Wu Yu had guessed, the Five Outer Gates were distributed throughout Yingtian. He hadn't expected that even his maternal grandfather was a member of the Cangqiong Gate. It seemed that the Cangqiong Gate was indeed full of hidden talents.

Seeing Wu Yu's unchanged expression, Zhu Kai was already used to it and looked at Tang Shen.

Tang Shen said loudly, "Wu Yu of the Outer Five Gates, listen to my order! You and Yuqin are to go to Jinling City and seize the Three Wonders of Qinhuai within a month. Do not fail!"

Wu Yu stood up and said, "Yes, sir!"

Suddenly, Tang Shen's expression changed, and he laughed, "The official business is done, Brother Wu, let's have a drink!"

"Cheers!"

Everyone in the council hall echoed.

Wu Yu raised his cup and drank it all in one gulp.

Chapter 23 Return to Jinling

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Zhu Kai took a sip of his drink and smiled as he replied, "That's not hard to guess. Back then, the strategist was chased by Tianying all the way to Suzhou, where he escaped only after meeting Qianxue Wuhen. This Wu Yu is from Suzhou; could it be that he has some connection with Qianxue Wuhen, which is why the strategist is taking such good care of him?

" Tang Shen swallowed a large bowl of wine, let out a burp, and said, "Judging by the days, the strategist should be back by now. Let him handle Wu Yu's matter himself. With the three from Mingyue Tower assisting him, he shouldn't ruin anything."

At this moment, Zhu Kai suddenly remembered two things and quickly said, "Sect Leader, your daughter and that Fifth Master from that day..."

The Fifth Master was naturally the servant of the Shen family who was looking for Shen Yanlin's elder brother.

Tang Shen waved his hand and said, "That girl Dan Yue is still angry with me. Actually, after that incident back then, I treated her like a daughter. I originally wanted her to join the family so I could enjoy the blessings of having a child. I knew that if I invited her up the mountain, she would definitely think there was a trap, so I had to send someone to capture her and bring her back. I didn't expect her to hide in Suzhou for ten years. What a pity, what a pity... Oh well, now that she has left the Wu family, let her wander the world. As for that Mr. Wu..."

"Hmph, do they think they can hide this from my Cangqiong Sect? That Fifth Master and his brother are surnamed Chai, one is called Chai Jiu, and the other is called Chai Wu, the supreme ruler… The Shen family is truly restless! Of the remnants of the Shen family back then, only two remain: Shen Qianhe and Shen Yanlin. Chai Jiu and Chai Wu are with them respectively. Now, Shen Yanlin is the first wife of the Wu family, while Shen Qianhe is in Sichuan, searching for his share of the family fortune."

This intelligence was painstakingly collected over many years by the Fourth Master, "Phoenix Marquis" Pang Zheng. The files were kept at the Cangqiong Sect headquarters, and Tang Shen, in his spare time, would peruse them, naturally learning many secrets of the martial world.

Shen Qianhe, Shen Yanlin's brother, was different from other Shen family descendants from a young age. He was unwilling to live a peaceful and ordinary life, so he learned martial arts, business, and military strategy from childhood, all in order to one day use the Shen family's inheritance to form his own army and rebel against the Ming Dynasty.

Such a person naturally could not escape Pang Zheng's sharp eyes. No one knew the heroes of the world better than Pang Zheng. If even Pang Zheng doesn't know someone, then that person is either a good-for-nothing or doesn't exist.

Zhu Kai seemed unconcerned about these martial arts figures, changing the subject: "The strategist is going to fetch that person up the mountain. The sect leader will definitely meet her. Hehe, how will the sect leader handle this?"

Tang Shen suddenly remembered this too, shaking his head in annoyance, and cursed, "Why bring that up? Let's drink!"

Zhu Kai smiled and poured a large cup of wine.

********** Chaohu, Ziwei Mountain.

Liu'er and Tang Xiao had been wandering in the forest for the past few days, escaping for several days, and finally found that there were no pursuers behind them. It seemed that the Cangqiong Sect disciples also considered them insignificant, so they were too lazy to pursue them relentlessly.

After spending these few days together, the two had become quite familiar with each other. At

this time, they were barely clothed. Liu'er's silk clothes were already tattered beyond recognition, and the scarred skin could be vaguely seen. Just a few days ago, Tang Xiao had found the temptation incredibly alluring, but now, both of them were exhausted, and Tang Xiao had no desire to look at Liu'er's beautiful body.

"Sister Liu'er, there are no pursuers now. In my opinion, we should return to Jinling City, at least settle down first, and then make further plans,"

Tang Xiao suggested to Liu'er, panting. These past few days, Tang Xiao had been protecting her. Liu'er didn't know martial arts and was rather weak, so Tang Xiao had to support her as she walked.

Liu'er nodded and said, "That's fine. Perhaps my husband has already escaped and is waiting for us in Jinling City."

Hearing her mention Wu Yu, Tang Xiao felt a pang of sadness, but after a moment, he understood and smiled, saying, "Sister Liu'er misses Young Master Wu so much; she truly is a virtuous wife."

Liu'er's pretty face flushed slightly, and she remained silent.

Tang Xiao simply smiled and led Liu'er towards Jinling.

A few days later, in Jinling.

Wu Yu, with Yuqin and several disciples of the Azure Sky Sect, returned to Jinling once again.

This scene couldn't help but make Wu Yu sigh. Just half a month ago, he was still fleeing in Jinling City, fearing capture by the Cangqiong Sect. Today, he was already the commander of the outer five gates of the Cangqiong Sect.

Thinking of Liu'er, whose whereabouts were still unknown, Wu Yu became anxious and quickly said to the Cangqiong Sect disciples, "Go outside the city to look for Liu'er in the next few days. Remember, don't carry short spears, otherwise Liu'er will definitely hide far away when she sees you. Yuqin and I are enough here."

The Cangqiong Sect disciples clasped their fists in acceptance, immediately unloaded their short spears, and left the city.

Wu Yu sighed to Yu Qin, "With such a powerful force, the Cangqiong Sect truly lives up to its name."

Yu Qin smiled shyly, "I was sent to the Wu family by the Cangqiong Sect when I was young, directly ordered by He Lanting, the fifth leader of the outer five sects, who is also your maternal grandfather, Young Master. So I don't really know much about the affairs within the Cangqiong Sect."

Wu Yu tilted his head and smiled, "Young Master is now the Grand Master, so you'll have to change that title from now on, hehe!"

Yu Qin chuckled and said reproachfully, "Don't be like that, I'm still the Third Manager of Mingyue Tower. Hehe, but now that you're my boss, I can only respectfully call you Grand Master..."

The last "Grand Master" was said in a coquettish voice by Yu Qin, which made Wu Yu feel completely relaxed and very happy. He led Yu Qin towards Mingyue Tower.

It was still a building without signs or plaques. Wu Yu stepped inside.

As soon as he entered, he saw the charming young woman Yan Rou standing there. The voluptuous and alluring Yan Rou was even more captivating than before. Wu Yu knew she was waiting for him, so he stepped forward and said, "Beautiful Second Manager, we meet again..."

Yan Rou gave a slight curtsy and smiled gently, "Grand Master, the Cang King has informed us that we will be relying on you from now on."

Wu Yu quickly replied, "I wouldn't dare, I'll have to rely on Sixth Master Si. Oh, isn't Sixth Master Si at Mingyue Tower right now?"

At this moment, Yu Qin stood beside Yan Rou and said, "Not at all, although Young Master is already the Grand Master, it's not as simple as just issuing a decree to make us serve you from now on."

Wu Yu knew this was a small test from the Cangqiong Sect and asked with interest, "Oh? How will it be done?"

Yan Rou explained, "Mingyue Tower has three levels: entertainment, food, and money. If the Grand Master wants to lead Mingyue Tower, he naturally has to subdue us in all three aspects."

Mingyue Tower has dominated Jinling for many years, and each of its three levels naturally has its own methods. Wu Yu couldn't possibly defeat the three-story building technically; this was simply a test of his martial arts, intelligence, and methods.

Naturally, Wu Yu couldn't avoid the challenge and asked, "How do I subdue him?"

Yan Rou replied, "The Bright Moon Three-Story Building, the Grand Master naturally starts with the first floor, the money. However, the Sixth Master, who manages the money, is currently on the third floor, so I will be in charge of the first floor."

Wu Yu said, "A three-story challenge, that's interesting. Tell me, what's the first challenge?"

"Gambling skills,"

Yan Rou said, narrowing her phoenix eyes.

A moment later, the three arrived at the first floor of the Bright Moon Building. The first floor was underground, quite warm, and unlike the usual gambling dens, the environment was incredibly quiet. Every gambler sat obediently at their table, not daring to shout.

The three randomly chose an empty table and began their test of Wu Yu.

Yan Rou extended her jade-like hand, pointing to the two dice cups on the table, and said, "Let's play the simplest game: rolling dice. The one with the highest number wins."

Wu Yu said, "Please let the second manager roll first."

Yan Rou didn't refuse, and with one hand sweeping across the black dice cup, she quickly began to shake it. Her snow-white jade arm seemed to have no discernible trajectory, occasionally releasing a wisp of internal energy, even causing a gust of wind.

Wu Yu thought to himself that this second manager's skills were not weak, and she was only in charge of food and drink; it seemed that the sixth manager, who was originally in charge of money, was even more extraordinary.

After a moment, Yan Rou put down the dice cup, her pair of jade-like breasts swaying with the movement.

The dice cup opened, revealing three "sixes"!

Yan Rou smiled shyly and said, "Thank you for your kind offer. It's the Grand Master's turn."

Wu Yu chuckled first, then said, "Although I've never liked studying since childhood, I've always been incredibly fond of these kinds of frivolous pursuits. Today, it just so happens that I've run into my specialty, Second Manager Yan. I'm not very good, but I'll have a slight edge."

After saying that, Wu Yu gently shook his dice cup, tapped it with his index finger, and then removed his hand.

"Please, Second Manager, open it yourself,"

Wu Yu said, taking out a folding fan from behind him and gently fanning himself.

Yan Rou had been a part of the Bright Moon Pavilion for a long time and could naturally hear the movement of the dice cup. She sighed and said, "Grand Master is indeed skilled. I've lost!"

Yu Qin curiously opened Wu Yu's dice cup and was immediately surprised.

Inside the cup, three dice were each divided into six pieces, neatly arranged from one to six. A quick calculation showed exactly sixty-three points, far surpassing Yan Rou's eighteen points.

When shaking the dice cup earlier, Yan Rou only used her internal energy to roll all three dice to six, thinking that this would guarantee her victory. Wu Yu, however, used precise and gentle internal energy to shatter the dice into six small pieces, each becoming twenty-one.

This demonstrated Wu Yu's mastery of internal energy; he didn't need excessive internal energy, just ensuring every bit of force was used efficiently and allowing it to erupt from within the dice, shattering them.

Wu Yu easily won the first level.

The three of them immediately moved on to the second level.

Yan Rou said, "The food on the second level includes fire and knives; it's called 'Fire Knife.'"

At the "Vermilion Bird and Black Bird" table, where Wu Yu had eaten for several days, were two stoves, two kitchen knives, and two fresh fish.

Having just lost a round, Yan Rou didn't say a word, but immediately picked up a kitchen knife and began brandishing it at the fish. The once heavy and vulgar kitchen knife became incredibly light and elegant in Yan Rou's hands. With a flash of light, the fresh fish was separated from the bone and flesh as if by a master butcher.

Then, she placed one hand on the stove, and the initially cold, dry charcoal inside gradually heated up, turning red-hot. Yan Rou slapped the table with her other hand, and the fish meat flew up.

Then, she used a suction technique, making the fish meat float above the stove. After a while, the fish was cooked through, perfectly cooked, not a grain too hot.

Yan Rou still looked at Wu Yu with shyness, completely different from her previous capable and confident demeanor.

Wu Yu smiled slightly, and couldn't help but think of Tang Danyue. When Tang Danyue was in the Wu family, she was in charge of the kitchen. When teaching Wu Yu martial arts, she often used ingredients from the dining hall as examples, so this scene was not unfamiliar to Wu Yu.

Like Yan Rou, he placed his palm on the stove, and in a moment, the charcoal inside heated up. At this moment, however, he did the opposite, using a suction technique to draw up the charcoal and swirl it above the fresh fish.

He then drew a cleaver and, with a flick of his wrist, spun it through the fish meat, successfully removing its internal organs.

Yuqin, remembering Wu Yu's use of the soft sword that day, knew that the cleaver challenge wouldn't be difficult for him.

Needless to say, Wu Yu easily overcame the first hurdle.

The three of them had reached the entrance to the third floor.

Yan Rou and Yuqin stood obediently downstairs, hesitant to enter.

Just as Wu Yu was about to ask a question, a clear, ethereal voice came from upstairs: "Come up."

That voice seemed to hold many stories, gentle yet possessing an irresistible authority, like a gentle rain, not intense, yet enveloping and impossible to resist.

Wu Yu frowned, seemingly wary of the person upstairs. Remembering that she was the sixth leader of the Cangqiong Sect, her expression gradually calmed, and she went upstairs with a smile.

Just as Wu Yu went upstairs, two raggedly dressed people entered through the gates of Jinling City; it was Liu'er and Tang Xiao.

The two had traveled all the way from Chaohu and had finally arrived in Jinling City.

As soon as they entered the city, Liu'er eagerly searched for an inn. She hadn't bathed for several days and couldn't bear the tattered clothes and the smell of mud and grass.

The largest inn in Jinling City was naturally Xuefang Pavilion. However, Liu'er and Tang Xiao didn't have much money, so they had to stay at a small inn next to Xuefang Pavilion.

Xuefang Pavilion wasn't far from Mingyue Tower, both located along the Qinhuai River, with Liufeng Residence across the river.

Liu'er and Tang Xiao booked two top-class rooms at the Chunxue Inn next to Xuefang Pavilion and went to their respective rooms to rest.

(05-17
Chapter 24: A Cup Invites the Bright Moon

- Jinling Mingyue Tower)

The third floor wasn't some mysterious place, but rather a quiet hall. At least in Wu Yu's eyes, it didn't resemble a brothel at all.

Before him was a small hall where a female tea server was quietly brewing tea, while two guests sat nearby, chatting about various trades and livelihoods in Jinling City. Not far away, an elegant woman was playing the zither with her delicate hands; the scene resembled a teahouse.

Wu Yu's lips curled into a smile; he was extremely interested in this Bright Moon Pavilion.

At this moment, the alluring female voice rang out again: "Grand Master, please come to the innermost room."

Wu Yu then noticed that there were corridors on both sides leading to different rooms, all converging at the same one.

These rooms must be the real places where the patrons sought pleasure. He

opened his folding fan and walked towards the innermost room. Wu Yu was calculating in his mind: if this woman's voice came from the innermost part, and he had heard it so clearly downstairs, her cultivation was truly profound.

Gently pushing open the wooden door, Wu Yu saw a woman's boudoir.

In the center stood a small round table with a wine pot and two wine cups. Beside it was a zither stand with a guqin on it. Next to the round table was a screen, behind which lay the owner's boudoir. The room was filled with a calming fragrance.

Just as Wu Yu was about to sit down, a woman emerged from behind the screen.

She wore a dark blue long dress, her figure voluptuous yet well-proportioned, bearing a resemblance to Shen Yanlin. However, unlike Shen Yanlin, the woman's footsteps were light and silent, clearly demonstrating exceptional lightness skill. Her full breasts and even, rhythmic breathing were proof of her profound inner strength.

Her appearance, however, was not outstanding; at best, she could only be described as dignified. Her skin was snow-white, and her lips were full and red. Her almond-shaped eyes were even deep-set, suggesting many stories. This woman, not conventionally beautiful, possessed a captivating charm combined with her aura.

"This humble servant is Si Mingyue, greetings from the Grand Master,"

the woman said, nodding slightly. Her voice was deep and alluring, clearly the same woman who had spoken earlier.

Indeed, this woman was Si Mingyue, the sixth leader of the Cangqiong Sect. The seven leaders of the Cangqiong Sect held higher positions than Wu Yu, so there was no need for them to bow to him. Yet, this woman's tone was extremely polite, showing no disrespect for Wu Yu due to his age. It was clear that Si Mingyue's position in charge of personnel recruitment within the Cangqiong Sect was not without reason.

"Sixth Leader, you are too kind. I am Wu Yu, humbly appointed as the commander of the five outer sects. I hope you will take care of me in the future,"

Wu Yu, still a young man, felt somewhat timid and quickly flattered her.

Si Mingyue smiled slightly, gesturing for Wu Yu to sit down, and poured him some wine, saying, "At such a young age, to become the Grand Master of the Cangqiong Sect, you are destined for great things. Perhaps in the future, I will need your guidance."

Si Mingyue referred to herself as "this humble servant" for the second time, clearly a habit of hers, making people feel comfortable and respected.

Wu Yu raised his wine cup and said with a smile, "Sixth Master, you flatter me. Come, let me toast you!"

Si Mingyue didn't refuse, covering his mouth with his long sleeve and drinking the wine in one gulp.

After the drink, Si Mingyue didn't stand on ceremony and went straight to the point: "Since the Grand Master was able to ascend to the third floor, it means he has passed the tests of the lower two floors. Since the third floor is named 'Wind and Moon,' then the test will naturally be on matters of the heart."

"Oh? How will it be tested?"

Wu Yu had already roughly guessed what was going on, but still asked.

Si Mingyue covered her mouth and chuckled, "Since the Grand Master comes from a wealthy family, he must be quite familiar with matters of the heart, so why ask when you already know the answer?"

Wu Yu blushed and awkwardly chuckled, "Since it's a test of the heart, there must be a method..."

Si Mingyue's face showed no feminine affectation as she calmly said, "Naturally, the Grand Master must have intercourse with a woman, and the one who ejaculates first loses."

Wu Yu asked, "Why is such a test necessary?"

Si Mingyue said seriously, "Grand Master, don't think that my Mingyue Tower is filthy. If the Grand Master really takes charge of my Mingyue Tower, then you will inevitably have to deal with the Six Phoenix Bureau and the Snow Fragrance Pavilion. Both of these places are filled with women of high skill and wisdom. If the Grand Master can't even resist one woman from my Mingyue Tower, he should resign as Grand Master as soon as possible."

At this moment, Si Mingyue spoke without any politeness, with an air of official business, befitting the Sixth Leader of the Azure Sky Sect.

Wu Yu didn't take offense and nodded, saying, "That makes sense. Then, I wonder who my opponent is? Surely it won't be the Sixth Master himself..."

Although the Sixth Master before him wasn't particularly beautiful—even Liu'er was far more stunning—she possessed an extraordinary air, exuding arrogance and allure that made men want to subdue her even more. Furthermore, this woman had a shapely figure; years of martial arts training must have given her incredibly firm skin and long, powerful legs. Even with an ordinary face, she could still drive men wild in bed.

Hearing Wu Yu's words, Si Mingyue showed no shame or anger, only a light smile, "Grand Master is joking. How could my humble appearance possibly catch your eye? My opponent is already waiting in the inner room. I'll take my leave now."

With that, she slowly rose, swaying her hips as she left.

Wu Yu stared at her round buttocks, feeling a pang of regret. Only after Si Mingyue left did he turn his gaze to the screen, behind which lay the inner room, where a woman was already waiting for him.

Wu Yu poured himself a cup of wine, drank it, and then stood up, muttering to himself, "They're actually testing my skills in bed. Aside from Sister Liu'er, I haven't been with any other woman. I hope I don't die before I even begin..."

He then walked behind the screen.

The furnishings inside were simple: a dressing table with a bronze mirror and rouge on it, and a bronze basin beside it. A pale pink curtain hung over the bed, concealing the view inside.

Wu Yu walked to the bedside and whispered, "Miss inside, I'm coming in."

Suddenly, a familiar voice came from inside the bed: "Hehe, young master, you're too polite. Are you always this courteous when you're with Liu'er?"

Wu Yu was startled and abruptly lifted the curtain. The person on the bed was none other than Yu Qin.

"Sister Yuqin?"

Wu Yu asked in surprise, "Weren't you downstairs?"

Yuqin was dressed lightly, wearing a simple undergarment underneath a light green robe, a thin quilt covering her lower body, and silk stockings on her feet. Her face was flushed with a mixture of shyness and playfulness, making her exceptionally alluring.

She pointed to the window with her jade-like arm and said, "I came up through the window when you came up."

Wu Yu blurted out, "What about Second Manager Yan Rou?"

Yuqin retorted, "Do you expect us two to serve you, you lecherous boy…"

The two were now so intimately entwined, and Yuqin, disregarding his status, playfully scolded him with a smile.

Wu Yu was speechless. He had assumed this was a chance to have sex with a stranger, a kind of romantic encounter.

He hadn't expected the woman to be Yuqin. Not only were they acquainted, but he had always considered her his maidservant sister.

Moreover, Wu Yu had witnessed her passionate encounter with Wu Gui in the woodshed and knew how alluring she was; he feared he wouldn't be able to resist.

Seeing Wu Yu's stiff expression, Yuqin knew what he was thinking and chuckled, "Master, weren't you so imposing just now? Why are you silent now?"

Wu Yu's face flushed, seemingly unable to withstand Yuqin's teasing. Being young at heart, he was provoked by Yuqin and thought: Even if it's Sister Yuqin, she's no different from Sister Liu'er. On the day I consummated my marriage with Sister Liu'er, I wasn't this pathetic. Since I can't avoid this test now, I might as well take Sister Yuqin under my wing.

Thinking it over, a surge of pride rose within him. He took off his outer garment and gritted his teeth, saying, "Sister Yuqin, don't underestimate me. I'll make you beg for mercy soon."

Yuqin's eyes sparkled, and she smiled, saying, "If I could truly make someone beg for mercy, I'd be more than happy to do so. I'm just afraid you're willing but unable, young master, hehe..."

Yuqin's sudden change in address made Wu Yu feel as if he were back in the Wu family mansion in Suzhou, teasing his maid.

Back when Yuqin and Wu Gui were having an affair, Wu Yu had seen Wu Gui's enormous penis, as thick as a baby's arm. Although his own penis wasn't small, it couldn't compare to Wu Gui's. Now, caught in a dilemma, he could only use his internal energy to defend his essence.

Wu Yu's internal energy was of mysterious origin. In Suzhou, he hadn't needed to use any martial arts at all, and during this mission to deliver the donations, until he was captured by the Cangqiong Sect, he hadn't used his internal energy. Unexpectedly, this erotic situation had forced him to use his trump card.

As his clothes were removed, Wu Yu was completely naked. Knowing he was about to be tested on his sexual prowess, his penis had already become erect. His youthful, vigorous member was remarkably clean, the glans a healthy pink, unlike Wu Gui's purplish-black, which Yu Qin found incredibly appealing.

Yu Qin braced herself behind her back, making her rather full breasts even more prominent, a soft, beautiful line forming between her lower abdomen and legs. Wu Yu asked, "Sister Yu Qin, why aren't you undressing yet?"

Yu Qin squinted at him and said, "I'm waiting for you to undress me..."

Wu Yu inwardly cursed her as a little vixen. Having never experienced anything like this before, his blood surged, and he quickly pressed himself against her, about to pin her down.

Unexpectedly, Yu Qin suddenly stretched out her small foot and pressed it against Wu Yu's lower abdomen, gently rubbing it, saying, "Don't be in such a hurry, start with the socks..."

As the manager of the Bright Moon Pavilion, Yu Qin's allure was naturally unmatched by ordinary women. Although her martial arts skills were not high, she possessed an inner allure. While not inherently promiscuous, she would become incredibly seductive when she encountered someone she admired. With Wu Gui, she was attracted to his large, thick penis; with Wu Yu, she was drawn to his handsome appearance and gentle, intelligent nature.

Although Wu Yu had ambushed Lei Meng from behind at the Cangqiong Sect, it was a calculated move to save his own life. Lei Meng, completely unsuspecting, risked betrayal by revealing his weakness to Wu Yu. Moreover, Wu Yu and Lei Meng had only known each other for a few days. Lei Meng, with his forthright and capable nature, naturally considered Wu Yu a brother, but Wu Yu had no intention of sharing life and death with him.

Therefore, Yuqin's impression of Wu Yu remained that of the humorous and amiable young master from the Wu family mansion.

The jade-like feet below her abdomen grew increasingly warm, fueling Wu Yu's burning desire in his groin. He roughly pinched Yuqin's ankle, pulled her socks off, revealing a crystal-clear jade foot.

Yuqin's body was fuller than Liu'er's, and her feet were naturally plump, but they didn't look bloated or fat; instead, they were as delicious as pearls. Wu Yu opened his mouth and gently bit her toes. Yuqin groaned, "You naughty guy, you can lick, but don't bite..."

But Wu Yu didn't do as she wanted. Instead, he gently bit each toe, his tongue unconsciously licking the tips of her toes.

Yuqin felt an unbearable tickling on her little feet, making her giggle. She quickly pulled her jade foot away and said, "Don't take it off, I'll do it myself."

With that, she took off her other sock, leaving her feet bare.

Wu Yu gently lifted the covers and found that Yuqin was only wearing a pair of underpants, with a few soft hairs clearly visible. Yuqin allowed him to look at her openly, but her hands subtly removed her outer garments, leaving her only in her most intimate clothing.

Wu Yu could no longer resist. He pressed down on Yu Qin, his hot breath on her nose, panting, "Good sister, I haven't kissed you yet..."

Yu Qin reached out and wrapped her arms around his neck, her lips near his but not quite kissing him. She slightly parted her mouth, her pearly teeth biting his lower lip, saying, "But I haven't finished taking off my clothes yet. If you want to kiss me, you have to help me undress... otherwise, I won't let you kiss me..."

Wu Yu impatiently grabbed her lower abdomen with one hand, tearing open her undergarments and panties together. Yu Qin let out a soft moan, scolding, "My clothes are for showing to people later..."

Wu Yu ignored her, pressing down on her again, saying, "Can I kiss you now..."

Yu Qin was amused by his eager expression, her anger turning to delight. She hooked one arm around his neck, the other touching his chest, and pressed her cherry lips hard against his.

The moment their lips touched, they simultaneously extended their tongues, intertwining and sucking. Their tongues repeatedly touched the base of each other's tongues, swirling with saliva as they entwined once more.

The kiss was intense, their bodies pressed together, breasts against chests, long legs hooked around buttocks, neither conscious of their already intertwined position.

Finally, their lips parted, both mouths slightly swollen, saliva burning hot around them.

They remained in a man-on-top, woman-on-bottom embrace, Wu Yu's lower abdomen pressing against Yu Qin's pubic hair, feeling soft, warm, and wet, as if entering a pool of water; Yu Qin's lower body was clearly soaked.

Wu Yu slightly raised himself, seeing Yu Qin's delicate, firm breasts. The nipples were bright red, throbbing, already aroused.

Without a word, Wu Yu lowered his head and took one nipple into his mouth, his teeth rubbing the areola, his tongue licking and sucking the tip like a baby's. His hands grasped each breast, kneading them incessantly.

"Don't bite, it's so itchy..."

Yu Qin trembled, her sensitive body experiencing unparalleled pleasure.

Wu Yu licked from the tip of her breast, kissing her from her armpits. His clean armpits, devoid of any blemishes, instead exuded a sweet fragrance. He reached out and gently licked them a few times before returning to her nipples.

This greatly pleased Yuqin, sending waves of pleasure down her spine and causing her to experience a slight, mild climax. Neither of them had actually engaged in intercourse, so Yuqin didn't suppress her urge to release.

Moving away from her breasts and towards her lower abdomen, she reached her navel. Below that, thick pubic hair concealed her bright red vulva.

Wu Yu parted the soft pubic hair, revealing her flower-like mons pubis. The pubic hair spread out to the sides like wings, and her bright red labia, slightly parted, stretched upwards like a black bird. Yuqin's private parts resembled a Vermilion Bird.

Legend has it that those possessing the Azure Dragon, White Tiger, Vermilion Bird, and Black Tortoise are all exceptionally gifted, some born with a seductive nature, others capable of prolonged intercourse without ejaculation. Among them, the Azure Dragon and Black Tortoise represent men, while the White Tiger and Vermilion Bird represent women. Although Yuqin's honeyed orifice wasn't the Vermilion Bird, it had already reached the form of the Azure Phoenix.

Wu Yu couldn't help but feel a pang of jealousy, thinking that Wu Gui had actually enjoyed such a beauty. Judging from his old, lewd appearance, he certainly couldn't be the Azure Dragon; could he perhaps be the Black Tortoise?

With the beauty in his arms, Wu Yu had no time to think about such things. Watching the Azure Phoenix's orifice continuously flowing with fluids, Wu Yu's penis grew even harder, and he opened his mouth to cover the orifice.

"Oh...you little rascal, it feels so good licking, ah, don't put your tongue in..."

Yuqin moaned softly, her legs kicking incessantly. Then she clamped Wu Yu's head between her legs, as if trying to shove him into her honey pot.

Wu Yu's tongue moved in and out of her honey pot, feeling Yuqin's juices flowing endlessly, gushing forth. Sweet as honey, it delighted him immensely. Before, Wu Gui had only thought about penetrating as quickly as possible, never enjoying the sweetness of the fluids after the waves had passed.

Wu Yu looked up, leering, and said, "Sister Yuqin is so slutty, so much water..."

Yuqin wasn't shy at all, poking his forehead with her finger and saying, "Lick so deep, aren't you afraid of drowning you, you little pervert..."

Nearly thirty years old, Yuqin was no longer a young girl, and her words carried a certain air of authority. Wu Yu didn't stand on ceremony, sitting up and saying, "Sister Yuqin, you've had your fill, lick it for me."

Yuqin already loved Wu Yu's delicate penis, giving him a disdainful look before struggling to her feet. She knelt before Wu Yu, gathered her hair, and took his penis into her mouth.

Wu Yu let out a soft sigh, feeling his lower body tightly enveloped, a smooth tongue constantly swirling and sucking at the glans.

Yuqin spat out his penis, laughing, "Young Master, just enjoy it, be careful I don't suck your semen out, then you'll lose before the competition even begins."

Wu Yu patted her cheek, shoved his penis back into Yuqin's mouth, and said, "Then let's see if you have the ability."

Yuqin didn't say anything more, her small hands stroking his penis as she focused on swallowing and spitting it out.

Chapter 25 Ecstasy Yuqin

Jinling Mingyue Tower, three floors.

A man and a woman were lying naked on the bed. The man sat on the edge of the bed, looking comfortable, while the woman knelt between his legs, her head bobbing up and down, making soft, sizzling sounds.

The two were Wu Yu and Yu Qin.

Wu Yu, while enjoying Yu Qin's ministrations, stroked her breasts and said, "Sister Yu Qin, I never expected you to possess such a rare and exquisite 'Azure Phoenix Cave.' You truly are a beauty." Yu Qin

slightly withdrew his penis, rolled her eyes at him, and said, "Where did I hear such nonsense... What's 'Azure Phoenix Cave'?"

Her tone, however, held a hint of delight.

Wu Yu smiled, pressing her head back onto his penis, and explained, "Legend has it that in ancient times there were four guardian beasts: the Azure Dragon, the White Tiger, the Vermilion Bird, and the Black Tortoise. The legends are naturally very mysterious, but some people in the world are indeed exceptionally gifted and thus given the titles of the four guardian beasts."

Yu Qin licked the reddened glans, asking, "What does that have to do with the Azure Phoenix?"

"Don't rush, I haven't finished yet." "

Of the four guardian beasts, the Azure Dragon and the Black Tortoise are both male. If a man's penis is thick and hot, like a dragon's body, covered with blue veins and bulging patterns, with hair extending from his genitals to his chest, as hard as dragon whiskers, then it is the Azure Dragon. If a man's glans is large, purplish-black, and his penis is long and hard, like a giant python, with sparse hair, then it is the Black Tortoise."

Wu Yu explained in detail, pushing his penis deep into Yu Qin's throat. Yuqin's cheeks flushed red, her expression a mixture of pain and pleasure.

She coughed, spitting out the penis, and said, "You little rascal, trying to suffocate me! Humph, continue, what are the unique qualities of the Azure Dragon and the Black Tortoise?" With a mischievous smile, she cupped her breasts with both hands, placing them between the penis and gently stroking it.

Wu Yu gasped, clenching his buttocks to resist the intense pleasure, but continued, "Dragons are lustful, so Azure Dragons are generally extremely lecherous and have strong desires. Furthermore, dragons are chosen by heaven, so Azure Dragons are often born into royalty or among bandit leaders. Azure Dragons have hard, thick penises, great strength, and their semen is hot and thick."

"The Black Tortoise is a tortoise and snake, timid and conservative in nature, yet possessing the cunning and forbearance of a snake. Therefore, it can last a long time without ejaculating, remaining vigorous even in old age."

Upon hearing this, Yuqin immediately thought of that lecherous old man, Wu Gui. His penis was enormous, with a thick, long shaft, and incredibly long-lasting, ejaculating only after he brought her to multiple orgasms each time. Could he actually be Xuanwu?

Just then, Wu Yu said, "I suspect Wu Gui is Xuanwu. When you two were having your tryst in the storeroom, Sister Liu and I saw it all clearly."

Yu Qin was caught off guard by Wu Yu's retort, her shameful affair exposed, and her pretty face turned even redder, filled with embarrassment. Then, worried that Wu Yu would find her repulsive, she stopped the breast-fucking motion.

Wu Yu seemed to see through her thoughts and smiled, saying, "Sister Yu Qin was so alluring back then, I was captivated. Today, my long-cherished wish has finally come true."

Yu Qin understood Wu Yu's meaning, smiled sweetly at him, and continued to place her breasts on his penis, stroking it even more vigorously, occasionally sticking out her tongue to lick the glans.

Wu Yu took a deep breath and continued, "The White Tiger and the Vermilion Bird are women. The White Tiger naturally has a hairless mons pubis, with the vulva rising like a hill, pink and smooth like a steamed bun. The labia are tightly closed, but the vagina is like a tiger's mouth, easily sucking out a man's semen. The Vermilion Bird is the opposite, with abundant hair shaped like a bird's wings. The labia are turned outwards and bright red, like a Vermilion Bird's beak. The vagina is tight on the outside but loose on the inside, like a jade pot, a hidden paradise. The honey hole is warm as fire, making men unable to extricate themselves."

"The glans of the Black Tortoise is perfectly suited to the inner orifice of the Vermilion Bird, so it's normal that you, Sister Yuqin, are attracted to Wu Gui. Besides, you only have the Azure Phoenix orifice, so naturally you'll be suppressed by the Black Tortoise."

Yuqin giggled as she played with Wu Yu's penis, asking, "After all this talk, you still haven't explained what the Azure Phoenix orifice is..."

Wu Yu then lifted Yuqin's body, pressing her down beneath him, sucking on her nipples as he said, "After I finish explaining, you'll let me explore the Azure Phoenix orifice..."

Yuqin laughed lasciviously, saying, "I've been eagerly anticipating it..."

Wu Yu held his penis, rubbing it against Yuqin's labia, saying, "Before reaching the Azure Dragon but having the shape of a dragon, it's called a Jiaochi; before reaching the White Tiger but having the shape of a tiger, it's called a Snow Leopard; before reaching the Black Tortoise but having the shape of a tortoise, it's called a Bixi; before reaching the Vermilion Bird but having the shape of a phoenix, it's called an Azure Phoenix."

After saying the last word, Wu Yu forcefully thrust his penis into Yuqin's Azure Phoenix orifice. Yuqin let out a soft cry, and the two groaned simultaneously, seemingly having longed for this moment . **********

... Now, back in Jinling, she was at a loss for what to do. Just then, a knock sounded at the door; it must be Tang Xiao. Liu'er opened the door, and sure enough, Tang Xiao, dressed in a martial arts outfit, stood there. He was eight feet tall, broad-shouldered and strong-waisted, his thick eyebrows neatly trimmed, revealing striking features. His years of martial arts training also gave him a fierce and valiant air. Back in Suzhou, Liu'er had only been around the elegant young men Wu Yu and Wu Feng. But in the past two weeks with Tang Xiao, she had unknowingly developed a fondness for such chivalrous men, feeling a pang of regret that she, having followed He Ruoxue since childhood, couldn't roam the martial world like Tang Danyue, carrying the name "Begonia Under the Moon. " Liu'er welcomed Tang Xiao in, closed the door, and asked, "How did your gathering of information in the city go?"

Tang Xiao took out some fruit and dry rations from his pocket and placed them on the table, saying, "The city is indeed as we imagined; there's no more news. We only occasionally encounter a few Cangqiong Sect disciples, seemingly searching for someone, mentioning things like 'Grand Master.' Let's eat some fruit first, and later I'll take you to Mingyue Tower."

Liu'er slowly sat down and said, "Mingyue Tower? That's where we encountered Cangqiong Sect members last time. Wouldn't it be dangerous to go back into the lion's den?"

Tang Xiao smiled and said, "Don't worry, last time it was just a coincidence that the Cangqiong Sect's leader wanted to eat osmanthus-flavored glutinous rice balls, which is why so many Cangqiong Sect members gathered." " The weather is calm this morning, what danger could there be? I've learned that the head manager of Mingyue Tower is the most well-informed and well-connected person in Jinling City, so I wanted to ask him for advice."

Liu'er picked up a pear, eating as she spoke, "I don't know much about these things in the martial world, just do as you say. By the way, is your injury healed? Do you need to continue applying the medicine?"

Tang Xiao touched his shoulder blade, gratefully saying, "Thanks to the white atractylodes that Sister Liu'er found, it's fine now. Then let's go to Mingyue Tower tonight. Come, let's practice those moves I taught you a few days ago again."

Having been chased by the Cangqiong Sect for the past ten days, Liu'er felt like a burden. In order not to drag Tang Xiao down, and even more so to avoid being captured by the Cangqiong Sect, Liu'er asked Tang Xiao to teach her some basic martial arts.

Tang Xiao was originally a member of the Tang family, and knew quite a bit about internal energy cultivation methods and techniques. The Tang family's secret internal energy cultivation techniques couldn't be passed on to outsiders, so Tang Xiao could only teach Liu'er some internal energy cultivation methods suitable for women and rudimentary lightness techniques. Unexpectedly, although Liu'er was nearly thirty and her physique was already established, she possessed exceptional talent. In just half a month, she mastered the "Flower-Piercing Hand" technique quite well.

Although Liu'er's internal energy was extremely shallow, consisting only of the meager amount Tang Xiao had imparted to her, she could still hold her own for twenty or thirty moves against Tang Xiao without being at a disadvantage. After all, this "Flower-Piercing Hand" technique was created by a female member of the Tang family and was originally designed for women.

Tang Xiao and Liu'er then assumed their stances in the small room. Without a word, Tang Xiao threw a punch, but Liu'er gently rotated her jade-like arm, wrapping it around Tang Xiao's wrist and forearm, using the strength of her palm to deflect his fist and neutralize its force.

The two exchanged blows for dozens of moves. Liu'er was already drenched in sweat, constantly retreating. Finally, exhausted, she couldn't defend herself any longer, and a fist the size of a casserole dish loomed large before her, stopping precariously just before her pink cheek.

"I'm not fighting anymore, I'm exhausted. I can never beat you..."

Liu'er slapped Tang Xiao's fist away, pouting playfully.

Tang Xiao smiled wryly, "Sister Liu'er, you've only been practicing for ten days. If you can beat me like this, I might as well just give up my martial arts..."

Liu'er chuckled, wrinkling her nose, "Didn't you say I have good talent? After I practice for another month, I'll definitely be able to beat you."

Tang Xiao shook his head helplessly, then asked, "So, how's your lightness and agility technique coming along?"

"Well, come and catch me, let's see..."

Liu'er challenged coquettishly, then leaped past Tang Xiao.

Tang Xiao hadn't expected Liu'er to have mastered such a level of lightness skill with just that little bit of internal energy, and quickly turned to chase after her. Liu'er circled the table repeatedly, and Tang Xiao had no choice but to follow.

Their styles differed; Liu'er was as light as a swallow and extremely sparing with her internal energy, leaping off the ground with just a light touch of her toes, much like Wu Yu. Tang Xiao, on the other hand, possessed powerful internal energy, his feet firmly planted on the floor like a spear-wielding warrior, his speed increasing rapidly.

Suddenly, Liu'er stopped and turned around. Tang Xiao, caught off guard, almost pounced on her. Liu'er quickly used her hands to brace herself against Tang Xiao, but he was too strong, and she was instead pinned against the wall.

Tang Xiao, breathing lightly but steadily, seemingly unaffected, said, "Sister Liu'er, your lightness skill is quite good. Why did you suddenly stop?"

Liu'er, however, was breathing heavily, struggling, her chest heaving. She placed her hands on his chest and laughed proudly, "Hehe, this is the result of my practice last night. Every night when you're on watch, you always fall asleep eventually, which means I have to wake up in the middle of the night. With nothing to do, I practice my light-body skills."

At this moment, the two were extremely close, their breaths brushing against each other's faces, only then realizing how ambiguous their position was.

Liu'er quickly patted his chest and said, "Silly boy, you almost crushed me, get up..."

Tang Xiao's eyes were completely captivated by Liu'er's shyness, and it took him a while to react. He quickly sat up and made Liu'er get up. The two had become quite familiar with each other during their escape, and the atmosphere would become ambiguous every time Liu'er changed Tang Xiao's bandages. A little affection had quietly grown between them.

Tang Xiao straightened his clothes, not wanting to stay in Liu'er's room any longer, and said, "Then I'll go back to rest first. I'll call you again when I go to Mingyue Tower tonight..."

Liu'er agreed softly and let Tang Xiao leave. Before Tang Xiao left, he vaguely heard someone say "big idiot," and the door slammed shut . **********

... Feeling the sensations emanating from their lower bodies, the two embraced for a moment, their lips naturally meeting in a passionate kiss. Only when Wu Yu began to secretly thrust did Yu Qin moan and arch her slender waist in response. Wu Yu's lips pressed against Yu Qin's, and he smiled, saying, "I forgot to tell you, I'm also a growing dragon. I discovered it when I consummated my marriage with Sister Liu'er, but it only gradually awakened after arriving in Jinling City." Wu Yu was only seventeen years old this year, so it was normal that he hadn't shown any abnormalities yet. Now that he had discovered he was a dragon, and might even become a Azure Dragon in the future, he was naturally different from ordinary people. Yu Qin had thought that Wu Yu would quickly have his yin essence drained, and was even planning to go easy on him, letting him pass smoothly. Actually, these three questions on the three floors were just a formality. Since Tang Shen had entrusted Wu Yu with the affairs of Jinling, Si Mingyue and the others would naturally cooperate. Now, Yu Qin had no time to think about these things; she only felt as if a small dragon was constantly thrusting towards her clitoris inside her lower abdomen. Although her philandering was hidden deep inside, and only two men had ever touched her so far, it seemed Wu Yu was about to become the third. As Wu Yu slowly thrust in and out, Yu Qin, with practiced ease, wrapped her snow-white legs around his waist, her fragrant buttocks twisting and thrusting in rhythm. Thin toenails adorned her jade-like feet, gently scraping Wu Yu's knee joints—a sensitive spot for men. Now that Yu Qin knew Wu Yu was a dragon, she was going to use all her strength. One hand covered her bouncing breasts, and lying on the bed, Yu Qin displayed her proud figure in an extremely alluring pose. One hand pressed against the bed to support her slender waist as she thrust, while the other wrapped around Wu Yu's neck, flaunting her white, fleshy breasts. Her breasts, now flat on their backs, became discs, swaying constantly. Wu Yu kneaded them while lowering his head to take one bright red nipple into his mouth. "Oh...you're so good at sucking, a little harder..." Yuqin rested her chin on Wu Yu's head, pressing down on the back of his head with one hand, letting him ravage her flawless white breasts. "Sister Yuqin, inside you...it's like a bracelet, so tight..." Wu Yu gasped.

Yuqin swayed her round buttocks and giggled, "Then you'd better be careful, lest you become a silver-plated spearhead, all show and no substance..."

Wu Yu seemed to be provoked by Yuqin, kneeling up straight, grabbing Yuqin's waist with both hands, lifting her entire lower body off the bed, and began to thrust hard.

Yuqin watched his dragon-like member continuously entering and exiting her blue phoenix, her hair becoming disheveled, her mons pubis covered in her own lustful fluids, her blue phoenix transformed into a sparrow fallen into the water, extremely disheveled, yet extremely lewd.

The dragon-like member grew thicker and thicker, the two fleshy protrusions at the glans protruding like dragon horns, gradually touching Yuqin's clitoris, bumping against it little by little, until the entire penis was sunk into her vagina, the dragon head finally biting hard into the tender flesh of her clitoris.

"Ah...you hit it, you hit my clitoris...it's so numb, it's still hitting it..."

Yuqin's clitoris was attacked, and her expression changed instantly, her eyes were infatuated, her small mouth slightly open, it was hard to tell whether it was enjoyment or torture.

"You're so cruel, you hit me so hard... Oh, you've taken my heart, are you satisfied now... You little rascal, be gentle..."

Yuqin bit her lip and said coquettishly, holding Wu Yu's arms with both hands, suspending herself in the air, her eyes fixed on the penis being inserted into her Qingluan orifice. She felt that the penis was much thicker and larger than when it was first inserted.

Suddenly, Wu Yu rolled over and lay on the bed in the lotus position.

Wu Yu said, "Good sister, I'm tired, you can do it..."

Before Yuqin could react, she sat hard on Wu Yu's lower abdomen, and the penis was inserted completely into her lower body for the first time. She felt that the glans and the tender flesh inside were deformed and pressed together, unable to be separated.

"Ahhh, I can't take it anymore... Are you trying to kill me? So sudden, you're going to kill me..."

Yuqin seemed to be really angry. The dragon that had already awakened suddenly inserted itself with ferocity, which would make a woman feel uncomfortable.

Wu Yu quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, I'll be more careful next time..."

Yu Qin didn't blame him too much, giving him a sidelong glance before slowly twisting her waist and beginning her counterattack, suppressing the dragon.

A battle of dragons and phoenixes was unfolding. Yu Qin placed her hands on Wu Yu's chest, her spread labia like a proud phoenix, teasing the dragon beneath her. She kept sending the glans to different places, but deliberately avoided letting him touch her cervix.

Yu Qin panted and teased, "You little rascal, be rougher with me..."

Wu Yu dared not be suppressed and tried to thrust upwards in retaliation, but Yu Qin propped herself up and released his penis. After several rounds, Wu Yu was too weak to thrust against Yu Qin anymore and could only let herself be manipulated.

Seeing Wu Yu give in, Yu Qin smiled with satisfaction and lowered her body, bringing her upside-down breasts to his mouth. Like breastfeeding, Wu Yu began to suckle hungrily.

Her upturned buttocks rubbed against his lower abdomen, soon soaking the sheets. Yuqin lay on Wu Yu's body, acting coquettishly, "I'm tired too, it's your turn..."

Wu Yu got up and positioned Yuqin in a kneeling position. Yuqin obediently raised her fragrant buttocks, pulling the bed curtain with one hand, looking back at him with seductive eyes, saying, "The time to decide the winner has come, come and fuck me..."

After saying that, she rubbed her buttocks against Wu Yu's penis, while her other hand fiercely caressed her breasts.

Wu Yu could no longer resist, his penis once again penetrating deep into her flower core, while simultaneously inserting his thumb into her anus.

"Oh... you little rascal, you're cheating... don't touch my asshole..."

Yuqin said coquettishly, her voice full of enjoyment.

Wu Yu stopped talking, looking down at his penis entering and exiting her honey hole, holding his breath to subdue this phoenix.

Yuqin seemed to sense it too, and laughed lewdly, "Master, I'm not so easily defeated, go in a little deeper... Oh, oh, good, so deep, so inside... A few more thrusts and I'll give up..."

As she said this, her body twisted violently backward, almost throwing Wu Yu off the bed. The two of them, like knights and wild horses, shook the entire bed.

Wu Yu began to breathe heavily, his chest arching backward, his whole body forming a bow, all his strength concentrated on his penis, on the verge of climax. He squeezed out a sentence through clenched teeth: "Sister Yuqin, I'm going to cum..."

Yuqin proudly raised her head, like a snow-white swan, her skin turning rosy, and cried out with joy, "Ahhh, so thick, getting thicker and thicker, it's full... Damn it, you hit my flower again, I can't hold back anymore, I'll give it to you first..."

No longer resisting, Yuqin's whole body began to tremble, letting the pleasure deep within her vagina travel to her soul. Wu Yu felt an intense heat emanating from her honeyed orifice, a surge of lava-like

energy crashing against his glans. He thrust hard a few times, unable to hold back, and ejaculated his equally hot semen. He won by a few breaths over Yu Qin.

Yu Qin's fragrant buttocks twitched as she lay prone on the bed, unwilling to move. Wu Yu pressed down on her jade-like back, gently kissing her, his tongue licking her saliva.

"So comfortable, so incredibly pleasurable... I'll definitely beat you next time, you little rascal..."

Yu Qin squinted her alluring eyes, seemingly enjoying the nickname "little rascal."

Wu Yu, however, miraculously became energetic again, teasingly saying, "I'm always ready, but... since we've both passed the test, let's do it again..."

His still-erect penis began to move once more.

"Oh, you're so hard, even harder than before... You're such a pervert, so naughty..."

"If you're going to insert it, insert it deeper, it's driving me crazy halfway in..."

"Mmm, Sister Yuqin, you're so tight..."

"I'm not tight, I'm just wanton... hehe..."

Chapter 26 The Death of Lingwen in

the Wu Family of Suzhou.

It was summer, but Suzhou had experienced three consecutive days of heavy rain, as if mourning something. Coincidentally, the patriarch of the Wu family, Wu Lingwen, was indeed bedridden.

Since Wu Yu and Wu Feng left, Wu Lingwen appeared unaffected, but he was truly worried. He spent less time at "Splendid Years" each day, spending more time in the rooms of the Feng and Yu brothers.

With worries in his heart, he naturally needed to find a way to relieve them. The thing that made the patriarch smile these past few days was that Shen Yanlin seemed to have suddenly developed a strong desire for sex, and every two or three days they would be entangled in bed together.

Although Wu Gui sent him tonic soup, he still felt short of breath and dizzy for some reason. Over time, he even had difficulty moving around, and for the first time in many years, he was bedridden for an extended period.

Wu Lingwen simply attributed his illness to excessive longing for his son and frequent sexual activity, harboring no suspicion whatsoever. Wu Gui, fearing Wu Lingwen might discover something, only frequented the Biluo Tower of "Jinxiu Nianhua," barely daring to see even the First Madam he had recently seduced.

The Second Madam of Penglai Residence, however, frequently visited to care for Wu Lingwen, her expression indifferent, her thoughts unknown.

The "Merchant of Benevolence" had fallen ill, causing a stir among the Suzhou residents familiar with Wu Lingwen's character. Words circulated in the streets and alleys: "I wonder if Master Wu is fortunate or unfortunate. Both his sons are exceptionally talented and have left Suzhou to pursue great things, leaving Master Wu alone here, missing his son, which has led to his illness..."

Meanwhile, alone in her room, Shen Yanlin wore a slight smile, seemingly unconcerned about Wu Lingwen's condition, even somewhat pleased.

Yun Xin and Yue Rong were dismissed by Shen Yanlin after Wu Feng's departure. She already knew they were Wu Feng's people and that he was monitoring her. She felt quite gratified that her son hadn't arranged a marriage between relatives. She wasn't displeased with Wu Feng's actions, but she knew he would need help if he went to the capital alone with Yu Qian. Secondly, sending the two women away would prevent them from being watched day and night.

Only Shen Yanlin was in the room, facing the bronze mirror. The woman in the mirror was mature and alluring, with luscious red lips, like an ethereal fairy, yet cunning and unchaste. She murmured to herself, "Once I seize the Wu family, I will find my brother, contact the palace and that person in the north, and when the great undertaking is accomplished, Feng'er, you will be above all others..."

The officials were ruthless; they confiscated the Shen family's property that day. Shen Wansan, who had enjoyed wealth for half his life, ended up in a miserable state. As a descendant of the Shen family, her life was intertwined with this family feud.

After casually washing and grooming herself, Shen Yanlin stood up gracefully, smiled faintly, and thought: The fifteenth of the month has passed, it's time. Husband, let me serve you one last time.

"Xiao You, go to Biluo Tower and invite Wu Gui back,"

Shen Yanlin called softly. Xiao You was Shen Yanlin's favorite maid, besides Yuqin. A pretty little girl entered the room, her face flushed and freckled.

"Yes, Madam. If Steward Wu asks what's wrong, what should I say?"

Xiao You asked, bowing her head.

"Just say that Master is seriously ill and wants to see him."

Shen Yanlin seemed certain that Wu Lingwen wouldn't survive the day, and spoke without much restraint.

Xiao You hesitated for a moment, then obediently left.

A strong smell of medicine lingered beside Wu Lingwen's sickbed. The philanthropic merchant lay weakly on the bed, his face flushed and his eyes bloodshot.

Besides Master Wu, there was also a quiet and elegant figure in the room. Dressed in white, her long skirt reaching the ground, her curves, though not exaggerated, were reflected on the floor. Her expression remained calm, seemingly unconcerned about Wu Lingwen's condition, but her eyes held a hint of longing. This was the Second Madam, He Ruoxue.

"Xiaoxue... I know my time is coming... talk to me..."

Wu Lingwen stammered, his words incoherent.

He Ruoxue glanced back at him and said, "I told you not to drink the herbal soup prepared by others back then, how could this have happened?"

The implication was clear: he deserved it.

Wu Lingwen coughed a few times and sighed, "Wu Gui was only trying to help me, but my body has already been overworked. Even without that tonic, I won't live for many more years..."

Master Wu seemed oblivious to his steward's rebellious intentions and continued to defend him.

He Ruoxue was about to speak when her expression suddenly shifted, a cold smile playing on her lips. She said, "You know I'm not a talkative person. If you really want to talk, let the main wife keep you company..."

With that, she gracefully left the room.

No sooner had He Ruoxue left than Shen Yanlin arrived, her voice preceding her: "Husband, Hongxiu sent word that she's on her way back."

Then, the impeccably dressed Shen Yanlin gracefully entered, seemingly oblivious to He Ruoxue.

Wu Lingwen's voice immediately became urgent, filled with anger, yet seemingly contradicting his words: "That unfilial daughter actually knows how to come back?"

Wu Hongxiu, the owner of the Suzhou inn, was Wu Lingwen's only biological child. Years ago, Shen Yanlin had long planned to murder Wu Lingwen, intending to seize the Wu family fortune, thus having a way out if her rebellion against the Zhu family failed. Therefore, she bore Wu Lingwen a daughter. Unfortunately, this daughter was inherently rebellious and ruthless, just like Shen Yanlin herself. So, Shen Yanlin entrusted half of the Shen family's wealth acquired in Suzhou to her, making her the owner of the Suzhou inn.

As the owner, she naturally had to work tirelessly for the inn. When Wu Lingwen fell ill, she happened to be out of Suzhou; upon receiving the news, she immediately set off to return.

"Look at what you're saying. She's still your own daughter. Her father is seriously ill; how can she travel far away?"

Shen Yanlin said, her expression unchanged.

"Look at me now... I won't live to see Hongxiu return. Thinking about my life, my biggest regret is not raising this daughter well..."

Wu Lingwen said with some sadness.

In those days, people favored sons over daughters, and it was rare to see someone like Wu Lingwen, who was nearing his end and still worried about his daughter.

"Husband, why think so much? I'll take care of things at home for you. Even if I don't do a good job, there's still Wu Gui..."

Shen Yanlin's eyes began to turn cold, but she still had a smile on her lips.

Wu Lingwen nodded with difficulty, his face flushing even more, and said, "Uncle Gui... where is he?"

Wu Gui pushed open the door at just the right moment, his eyes showing some fear, but even more excitement and agitation. He tried to hide it, his shoulders trembling, still behaving like an old servant, bowing before Wu Lingwen's bedside, saying, "Xiao You said Master is critically ill, so this old servant rushed back... Oh, Madam is here too..."

Shen Yanlin was sitting on the edge of the bed, smiling, her eyes filled with longing as she looked at Wu Gui. She subtly lifted her skirt, revealing embroidered shoes and her fair ankles.

Wu Gui, his head bowed, swallowed hard when he saw those small feet. Unexpectedly, Shen Yanlin suddenly kicked off her shoes, revealing her lovely jade feet, her toes touching the soles, the graceful lines of her insteps so beautiful, making one yearn to play with them forever.

The dying Wu Lingwen, of course, couldn't notice their subtle flirtatious gestures, nor could he know that Wu Gui's groin was burning with rage. He extended his much thinner hand, gesturing for Wu Gui to take a few steps forward.

Wu Gui thought for a moment, then quickly went to Wu Lingwen's bedside, but knelt down, only leaning over the edge, listening to Wu Lingwen's last words. Wu Lingwen thought his voice was too soft, and that was the only way Wu Gui could hear him. Little did he know that under the bed, unseen by him, Shen Yanlin was placing her small feet between Wu Gui's legs, rubbing his erect penis through the fabric.

"Uncle Gui… I'm entrusting Jinxiu Nianhua to you from now on. Feng'er is going to the capital with the Young Guardian, and his future is limitless… As for Yu'er, once he returns safely… I'll trouble Uncle Gui to hand Jinxiu Nianhua over to him…"

Wu Lingwen said, coughing as he spoke. He was naturally unaware that Wu Yu had become the fifth leader of the Cangqiong Sect, and unaware that the Feng and Yu brothers were not his own flesh and blood. There were too many things he didn't know.

Seeing that Wu Lingwen was truly powerless to change the situation and was about to be extinguished like a flickering candle, Wu Gui was no longer afraid.

As the saying goes, evil breeds courage, and a small fry like Wu Gui, once in power, becomes incoherent.

He stood up. Having spent his entire life hunched over, he never expected to stand upright for once. Shen Yanlin then realized that Wu Gui was actually quite tall, standing at least seven feet five inches, seemingly even more robust than Wu Lingwen and the Fengyu brothers.

His face, not overly ugly, now held a youthful exuberance. He squinted and smiled, "Don't worry, Master. I will take good care of the Wu family, and the two young masters. As for the First Madam… I will take even better care of her…"

With that, he swept Shen Yanlin up by the waist and began a passionate kiss.

Shen Yanlin initially wanted to push him away, but then thought that this might provoke Wu Lingwen, and given Wu Gui's imposing manner, she reciprocated his kiss.

Wu Lingwen's eyes widened in disbelief. A month's worth of pent-up anger surged to his head, and he stammered, "You…"

Wu Gui released Shen Yanlin, a contemptuous smile on his face. He then loosened his belt. Shen Yanlin glared at him, but didn't spoil his fun. She obediently placed her hands on the edge of the bed, letting Wu Gui tear off her underpants.

Wu Lingwen watched as Wu Gui's thick, dark penis slowly entered his once-privileged orifice, a sharp knife piercing his heart. He wasn't stupid; he immediately understood that his bedridden state was likely the result of their long-planned scheme.

"Oh, you bastard, it's even thicker now…"

Shen Yanlin turned and winked, completely ignoring Wu Lingwen's presence, and began to moan softly.

Wu Gui chuckled and said to his master of decades, "Master, look how satisfied the First Madam is..."

Wu Lingwen gasped for breath, his fists clenched so tightly his knuckles turned white, yet for some reason he couldn't muster the last of his strength to fight back against Wu Gui. Wu Gui

thrust in and out for a moment, then pulled up Shen Yanlin's upper body, vigorously kneading her ample breasts while kissing her.

Wu Lingwen's expression shifted several times before he finally realized he couldn't do anything more. Knowing Shen Yanlin as he did, she was meticulous in everything she did; he had already lost the moment he drank the medicine. He loosened his fists, his breathing gradually becoming calm and weak.

"Oh, so deep, husband, he's killing me..."

Shen Yanlin was about to provoke Wu Lingwen when she found his eyes closed, the blush on his face gone, and he was already dead.

Wu Gui also realized this, his heart filled with mixed emotions. However, the pleasure surging from his groin prevented him from dwelling on it. With Wu Lingwen dead, the matter was now settled, and he would henceforth be the nominal master of the Wu family. Thinking of this, he felt a surge of pride, and his strong waist thrust even more forcefully.

"Madam... from now on, I will be your husband..."

Wu Gui said excitedly, his cheeks flushed.

"You are... ah, fuck me, fuck me to death..."

Shen Yanlin was too lazy to respond. Once she was immersed in sex, she would abandon all her status and worldly affairs, seeking only pleasure and enjoyment.

An eerie atmosphere spread in the room. The corpse of Master Wu lay motionless on the bed, while the man and woman beside him were engaged in passionate intercourse, whether as irony or celebration, it was hard to tell.

The Wu family, from then on, became Wu Gui's Wu family.

Chapter 27 Adding Fragrance to the Red Sleeves

"The Benevolent Merchant" Wu Lingwen Dies!

This news spread from the Wu family mansion by the Magpie Bridge until it reached all the people of Suzhou. Those who knew Wu Lingwen before sighed or lamented, while those who didn't heard many whispers in the streets and alleys, feeling quite moved.

However, ordinary people had their own lives. Unless there was a change of dynasty, natural disaster, or man-made calamity, even the death of an emperor wouldn't cause a long-lasting uproar. After a little discussion, Wu Lingwen's death was quickly forgotten.

In the entire city of Suzhou, only the Wu residence was adorned with white lanterns, and the master and servants, dressed in mourning clothes, hurried about, their faces somber.

Although it's said that no merchant is without guile, and Wu Lingwen wasn't exactly a saint, he was still relatively tolerant and kind to his servants, never caring about their wages or trivial matters. Therefore, some of the servants in the Wu residence even silently shed a few tears.

Today, the Wu residence was, as usual, tightly closed, in mourning for Master Wu. Suddenly, a chestnut horse galloped in from outside.

"Cluck cluck..."

The horse's hooves clattered a few times, and a woman jumped down from the saddle.

The woman's long hair was tied up in a silk scarf. Her skin was as white as snow, and her almond-

shaped eyes shone with a sharp light. Her face was exquisitely beautiful and serene, yet it was cold and aloof, like ancient jade. Her eyebrows bore a resemblance to Wu Feng's, but were more angular. She wore a deep purple silk robe, clearly of extraordinary quality. Just then, the Wu family's gate slowly opened, and several servants and maids emerged, presumably on their way to buy some groceries.

Upon seeing the woman, they were stunned.

Among them was Xiao You, Shen Yanlin's current personal maid. She looked closely for a few moments, then slowly approached, asking uncertainly, "Miss...?"

The woman raised an eyebrow, her tense expression relaxing slightly, and smiled, "You... are you Xiao You? When I left home, you seemed even younger than Xiao Feng, but now you've grown into a beautiful young lady."

Xiao You, seeing the woman's confirmation, beamed and quickly stepped forward to bow, saying, "Xiao You greets Miss... Miss, you've finally returned! Madam has been waiting day and night."

This woman was none other than Shen Yanlin's eldest daughter, Wu Hongxiu. Twenty-two years old, five years older than Wu Feng. She left the Wu family at eighteen, became the owner of a Suzhou inn within a year, and was now a highly influential figure in the martial arts world.

Wu Hongxiu smiled, a hint of melancholy in her eyes, and said, "Although my father and I are not on good terms, death is the end, and as children, how can we not return home... Is Mother alright?"

Xiao You glanced at the servants around her and whispered, "Madam has been staying in her room for a long time; we don't know if she's alright. Now that Miss is back, please go and see Madam."

Wu Hongxiu patted Xiao You's head without speaking. Suddenly, a black horse galloped from the Magpie Bridge.

Riding it was a burly man with a resolute face, eyes like shooting stars, a stubble beard, and disheveled hair, exuding the air of a chivalrous knight.

Seeing the fast horse approaching the Wu mansion gate, the man drew a short halberd from his back with one hand and patted the horse's head with the other. The horse neighed a few times and obediently stopped. The man, halberd in hand, leaped off the horse with effortless ease.

The servants were startled. Xiao You, mustering her courage, shielded Wu Hongxiu behind her, raised her delicate eyebrows, and pointed a slender finger, shouting, "Where did this scoundrel come from, daring to cause trouble at the gates of our Wu residence!"

The man laughed, but said to Wu Hongxiu behind him, "Master, your maid has quite the temper, she almost scared me, Old Han."

Xiao You was dumbfounded when Wu Hongxiu patted her head and said, "A young lady actually arguing with a man, what kind of behavior is this? This is the first guard of my Suzhou residence, named Han Yi."

The man skillfully twisted the bottom of his short halberd, pulling out another section, turning it into a long halberd, and said loudly, "Miss Xiao You, is that you? My name is Han Yi, also known as Lu Bu of Xiliang. I work for your young lady, we're colleagues, haha..."

Xiao You pouted and said, "Who's your colleague..."

After saying goodbye to Wu Hongxiu, she took the servants and went to buy ingredients.

At this moment, only two people remained outside the door. Han Yi walked in to Wu Hongxiu, his face full of admiration, and said, "Master's horsemanship is indeed impressive. I, old Han, used every trick in the book to barely catch up with you. I'm truly impressed!" Wu Hongxiu remained unfazed and said calmly, "I only benefited from the Ferghana horse. Your Black Dragon Horse, though also extraordinary, hasn't yet adapted to the Suzhou climate, so it's normal that it's not as good as the Ferghana horse." Han Yi knew that Wu Hongxiu was being modest, so he didn't say anything more and changed the subject, asking, "Master, we're here now

, shall we go in?" "Let's go ! " Hongxiu smiled. ********** ... She wore a white undergarment underneath her upper body, seemingly knowing no one would come to Penglai Residence, and even if someone did, she would be aware of it, not minding that half of her pert breasts were exposed. When the male servants of the Wu family were bored, they would naturally discuss the women in the mansion. They all thought the Second Madam was the most beautiful woman in Suzhou, and the First Madam had the most magnificent breasts. Little did they know that the Second Madam, He Ruoxue, inside the small building at this moment, actually possessed the most prominent breasts in the entire Wu family. It was only because Shen Yanlin was more voluptuous, with breasts round like large bowls and soft like steamed buns, that they appeared so large. But for some reason, the Second Madam, though over thirty, had breasts that were firmer and more pert than Liu'er's. The snow-white flesh on her breasts was not abundant, resembling early-ripened peaches. Over her undergarment, she casually draped a white Suzhou-embroidered gauze robe, languidly reclining on the table, her slender hands holding an untitled book, her beautiful eyes intently reading its contents. "Ode to the West Corner Tower?" He Ruoxue murmured the title.

She shifted her position, her undergarments shifting, revealing more of her breasts, but no one could see her beauty. He Ruoxue said with interest, "How could a single essay be included in this book? Who wrote it?"

He Ruoxue turned to the last page of the essay, which bore a small red seal in seal script: "Respectfully written by Lu Yun."

"So it was the new top scholar, Lu Yun. I wonder if it was written by the previous top scholar, Yang Suguan?"

He Ruoxue smiled slightly, realizing something. Strangely, how did He Ruoxue, who never left her home, know that the new top scholar was Lu Yun?

Wu Lingwen's body was barely cold, and the Wu family was still in mourning, yet He Ruoxue was preoccupied with studying; what was she thinking?

She sighed softly and said, "Although I don't want outsiders to know, my days in seclusion at the Wu family are peaceful and quiet. Why did you have to stir up such a storm, causing such ripples…?"

It was unclear who He Ruoxue was referring to with the "you."

He Ruoxue left the table, changed into a clean white robe, and, barefoot, headed towards the gate of Penglai Residence. Upon reaching the gate, she found a maidservant waiting. The maidservant, startled to see He Ruoxue, quickly bowed. He Ruoxue gestured for her to rise, saying, "Go back and tell the First Madam that she no longer needs to guard the gate. I have no interest in what's happening at the Wu residence; let her do as she pleases. Come, let's go see our Wu family's eldest daughter."

With that, she floated lightly towards the main hall.

The maidservant, bewildered, only catching the first part of the sentence—that the Second Madam knew she was sent by the First Madam—was terrified, breaking out in a cold sweat. She followed He Ruoxue blankly, trembling with fear, as if walking on thin ice.

The two walked silently to the main hall, where they heard a hearty male voice say, "Master, I was wondering why you haven't allowed anyone to marry you yet. Just look at the grandeur of the Wu residence. Who in Suzhou is worthy of you?"

Upon entering the main hall, He Ruoxue saw a man and a woman in the hall, none other than Wu Hongxiu and Han Yi.

As soon as Han Yi finished speaking, Wu Hongxiu replied with a smile, "Old Han, you exaggerate. Suzhou is full of hidden talents. Take the He family, which is as famous as my Wu family, for example. They have many talented men and beautiful women. And then there's the Tang family of Suzhou, which is lurking in the shadows. There are countless

heroes and outstanding figures. Although I, Wu Hongxiu, am no less than them, I dare not be so arrogant." He Ruoxue, who had just entered the hall, happened to hear Wu Hongxiu's reply. She smiled slightly and said lightly, "Hongxiu is too modest."

Upon hearing this, Wu Hongxiu turned around and saw that it was He Ruoxue. She was delighted and said, "Second Aunt, what brings you here?"

Although Shen Yanlin and He Ruoxue were not on good terms, and there were some conflicts between the eldest son's wife and the concubine's wife, Shen Yanlin's eldest daughter, Wu Hongxiu, had liked and admired He Ruoxue since childhood. This was because He Ruoxue was graceful and independent, different from others, and had always supported her not having to listen to her parents' words. She was arguably the closest person to He Ruoxue in the Wu family, besides Wu Yu and Liu'er.

"Your mother is busy dealing with important matters of the Wu family. Now that I know you've returned, how could I not come to welcome you back? I heard everything you said earlier. With the good reputation of my Wu family in Suzhou, and your mother's background, let alone Suzhou, even in Yingtian Prefecture, few are worthy of our Hongxiu."

He Ruoxue approached Hongxiu, her eyes darting out to sized up Han Yi.

Han Yi had been stunned since He Ruoxue appeared. Having traveled the martial world for many years, he was naturally not a lecher. However, he originally thought Wu Hongxiu was the most beautiful woman he had ever seen, not just for her looks, but also for her abilities. But He Ruoxue before him was breathtakingly beautiful, and he didn't even dare to look directly at her face, afraid that he would fall in love if he looked too long.

He Ruoxue was already used to such gazes. She smiled slightly, not minding at all. This man was Han Yi, known as "Lu Bu of Xiliang." She knew a thing or two about these famous figures in the martial world. She glanced at him, then took Wu Hongxiu's hand and said, "If we wait for the servants to announce our return, who knows how long it will take. Your father has passed away, and the Wu family is in complete chaos; even this small matter is handled without any order. Your mother knew you were coming back today, and she must be waiting for you now. Come, your second aunt will take you to her."

Wu Hongxiu affectionately linked arms with He Ruoxue and said, "We changed to a Ferghana horse on the way, so we came back a little earlier. I know Xiaofeng and Xiaoyu have both left the Wu family. My mother is alright, but my second aunt must have no one to talk to, so I came back to keep her company."

Han Yi, listening from behind, felt a chill run down his spine: "Damn it! The master is out there, brandishing his sword and slaying bandits without batting an eye, and now he's acting all coquettish with this pretty woman. It really chills my heart."

Wu Hongxiu's voice was somewhat hesitant as she said: "Second Aunt, I have something to tell you, but don't be too surprised... I received a secret report that Xiaoyu has joined the Cangqiong Sect of Chaohu and has even become the head of one of the five outer sects... Liu'er is wandering the martial world, her fate unknown..."

He Ruoxue's expression remained unchanged after hearing this, and she said calmly, "I already knew that. Don't worry, Xiaoyu has been learning martial arts since childhood and is exceptionally intelligent. Moreover, with the second-in-command of the Cangqiong Sect around, he will definitely be safe and sound. As for Liu'er, she disappeared along with Tang Xiao from the Changlu Escort Agency and the Tang family of Suzhou. She should be fine too."

Wu Hongxiu was surprised to hear this and asked, "Second Aunt, how do you know so much information while living in seclusion?"

He Ruoxue smiled and said, "Silly girl, in all these years you've been in the martial world, have you never used carrier pigeons to send messages? Although I am a woman, I am still a member of the He family..."

After saying this, she looked at Wu Hongxiu meaningfully.

Wu Hongxiu was taken aback at first, then she understood and said no more.

As they walked, they reached the backyard, where the three saw a burly figure directing several servants to push carts of goods toward the storeroom.

"Uncle Gui?"

Wu Hongxiu called out uncertainly upon seeing the man.

The man turned around and saw Wu Hongxiu and He Ruoxue, followed by a burly man. He first glanced at He Ruoxue greedily and subtly, then feigned surprise and said, "Young Miss is back? This old servant greets Young Miss!"

Wu Hongxiu waved her hand and said, "My father has passed away, and Uncle Gui is now the most influential man in the Wu family. You have made great contributions, why do you still call yourself an old servant? No need, no need!"

Wu Gui chuckled, quite satisfied inside, and still said, "How dare this old man presume? Is Young Miss going to see the Madam? Come, come, this old man will lead the way for you."

He Ruoxue waved her hand and said, "No need, I'll take Hongxiu with me. Besides, she knows the way. You... just do your duty."

Wu Gui heard the deeper meaning in He Ruoxue's words and dared not say more, quickly taking his leave. As he turned away, he muttered to himself, "After being a lackey for decades, I still can't shake off this cowardice. Humph, in a few more days, I'll definitely become a master in the city!"

The three watched Wu Gui leave and then continued walking towards Shen Yanlin's room.

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