331 The Li Family's Crisis! A Twisted Fate! Mischievous Ears!
Updated: 2013-09-17 09:54:09 Word Count: 7717
Just moments ago, Li Xian'er was filled with resentment and anger, but in the blink of an eye, she knelt down and uttered such humiliating words. Wasn't this a slap in her own face? Or did Li Xian'er herself feel guilty and know she was in the wrong, so she gave in? Seeing this, everyone couldn't help but sigh at how the world had gone astray, even women had become so subservient.
A surprised look flashed across Luo Zhiheng's face. Her first thought was whether Mu Yunhe was messing with Li Xian'er. She looked up at Mu Yunhe and saw a cold smile on his lips. If he were angry, he wouldn't be smiling or making such an expression. In other words, it wasn't him who was messing with her.
Who could it be?
Luo Zhiheng was wondering what was going on when she saw half a small head pop out of the carriage, looking at Li Xian'er, whose face was ashen, with a sly smile. Her little mouth was pursed, and her big eyes were full of wicked laughter. As if she had noticed someone watching her, she looked at Luo Zhiheng. When she saw Luo Zhiheng raising her eyebrows and looking at her, she quickly shrank back and used the carriage curtain to cover herself.
Luo Zhiheng burst into laughter inwardly. It was her! So it was her!
Hahaha, isn't this a perfect cheating tool? This little vixen actually knows this trick? Not bad, not bad.
Li Xian'er's ashen face quickly flushed red as she pointed at Luo Zhiheng and roared, "You cheated! You actually dared to make me kneel down in such a despicable and shameless way. Luo Zhiheng, you bastard!"
Luo Zhiheng said innocently, "Hey, please be reasonable! When did I cheat? In front of everyone, the eyes of the masses are discerning. I stood here without touching you or making a move. You knelt down to me willingly, so how can you turn around and accuse me of cheating? It's your ability to turn your back on people and then bite the hand that's really grown. The Li family's education is indeed excellent; everything they produce is the same."
Luo Zhiheng's mockery and ridicule of Manchester United angered Li Xian'er. She suddenly stood up and wanted to roar, but a cold voice stunned her.
"Enough! Aren't you embarrassed enough? Hurry up and come back with me." Li Yufeng rode forward, his face taut under the mask, his gaze cold and sharp as he scrutinized Luo Zhiheng's face, his eyes like blades, wishing he could pierce several holes in Luo Zhiheng's face.
I never expected that after leaving for a few months, this woman would still be so sharp-tongued and so annoying when she came back!
"Brother Feng! Please help Xian'er! This Luo Zhiheng is so mean, she's bullying me!" Li Xian'er cried out in a coquettish voice, as if she had seen a guardian angel. She didn't care at all whether others would feel disgusted or laugh at her words.
It was clearly Li Xian'er who intercepted the other person's carriage, yet she dares to turn around and bite back. Truly, shamelessness knows no bounds!
"Since you're here, please take your sister, who can't speak human language, back home. Don't let her embarrass herself in public. If she's mentally challenged or an idiot, then please make sure she takes her medication before coming out. Otherwise, her antics are wasting other people's time. Not everyone is as kind as me," Luo Zhiheng said amiably, tossing her long hair charmingly.
How arrogant! How utterly shameless!
Li Yufeng and Li Xian'er thought of these two words almost at the same time. Using these two words to describe Luo Zhiheng's narcissism is an absolute perfect match! They had never seen a woman more shameless than Luo Zhiheng.
Li Yufeng even felt a pang of sympathy for Mu Yunhe. Such a handsome man, with such a noble status, had actually encountered a woman like this—it was truly shameful. Heaven was indeed fair; it gave Mu Yunhe both talent and good looks, and a noble status, but took away his right to a virtuous wife and a good man. It was indeed tragic.
"My own sister doesn't need outsiders to discipline or help her. Our Li family has a pure family tradition, and we would never act like unreasonable hooligans in the streets!" Li Yufeng coldly swept his gaze over Luo Zhiheng, but his gaze was blocked by a powerful and icy gaze. That gaze suddenly appeared, like a snow god lurking in the icy wilderness, giving people only one feeling: bone-chilling cold!
Mu Yunhe blocked Li Yufeng's gaze, his imposing aura and melodious, domineering voice saying, "Similarly, my women don't need anyone to slander or harm them. Keep your Li family in check, and don't force me to do things that your Li family can't handle. When that happens, you'll be left with no one to turn to, and you won't be able to come begging to me."
Li Yufeng's pupils constricted, because as Mu Yunhe spoke, a gaze pierced him directly, so imposing, cold, and sharp. It instantly fell upon him, and Li Yufeng felt a heart-wrenching pain, as if he were being hacked to pieces, his flesh and bones being ripped apart.
Without threats or words, without force or violence, Mu Yunhe could utterly destroy someone and plunge them into a nightmare with just a glance!
Even a proud man like Li Yufeng was startled, terrified, and trembling when facing Mu Yunhe, whom he had never taken seriously! Li Yufeng was utterly no match for Mu Yunhe in terms of the sheer dejection that came with victory without a fight. He had already lost.
Once burning ambition and arrogance are shattered, even the strongest and most capable person is nothing more than a paper tiger. Li Yufeng recalled their discussions at home, their anxiety and unease over the past few days, and their attitude towards Mu Yunhe, and immediately felt that something was terribly wrong.
Mu Yunhe didn't say not to force him to do anything that would harm the Li family, but rather not to force him to do something the Li family couldn't afford...
What does "pushing him to act faster" mean? Does it imply that Mu Yunhe intends to eliminate the Li family? He just hasn't made a move yet; if Mu Yunhe is pushed too far today, he'll act sooner? Has he been wanting to deal with the Li family for a long time? In other words, no matter what, the Li family... is doomed?!
The Li family members all knew in their hearts that Consort Li had been practically all-powerful in the Prince's mansion for many years, committing all sorts of evil deeds. While outwardly glamorous, her inner strength had long since become corrupt and rotten. The Li family knew perfectly well what Consort Li had done, how she had treated Mu Yunhe and his mother, and even that her arrogance and viciousness over the years were directly related to the Li family's indulgence, encouragement, and encouragement.
The fact that Mu Yunhe has reached this point today, and even nearly died before being killed by the fake doctor, is all thanks to the Li family's influence.
Therefore, if Mu Yunhe were to die, the Li family would be safe and sound. Even if Mu Yunhe were to live, as long as he remained inactive, the Li family could rest easy. However, if Mu Yunhe not only lived well but also inherited the title and possessed the ability, resources, and wisdom to do so, then he would pose a significant threat to the Li family. But even these factors were not enough to make the Li family overly suspicious and fearful of Mu Yunhe.
But the Li family was a deeply rooted and powerful clan. They knew all too well the wonders of the Divination Palace and the power of the Divination Gods. Mu Yunhe, on the other hand, had transformed from a dying prince into a unique God in the world. This was nothing short of a bolt from the blue for the Li family, a nightmare!
The Li family's panic was not without reason. As it is now, Mu Yunhe has made his stance clear, neither dodging nor hiding, and has told the Li family directly that he will not let them go, it's just a matter of time.
If Mu Yunhe wanted to pursue the past, with his diviner skills and power, he could easily capture it. If he wanted to deal with the Li family, their destruction would be a foregone conclusion!
Li Yufeng's body seemed to be trembling violently, while Li Xian'er was still chattering on and on, unaware that she was about to face a great disaster. She still dared to covet her enemy, coveting someone she absolutely could not covet. She was simply ignorant of the immensity of heaven and earth!
Seeing that Li Xian'er's words were getting increasingly offensive, as if she wanted to compete with Luo Zhiheng, Li Yufeng was furious and slapped Li Xian'er hard across the face. With a "smack," Li Xian'er staggered and fell heavily to the ground.
Li Yufeng's hands were trembling. He looked at Li Xian'er's terrified, bewildered, and aggrieved eyes, but in his mind he was thinking about the rumors about Mu Yunhe and Luo Zhiheng.
Rumor has it that Luo Zhiheng is Mu Yunhe's Achilles' heel, and Mu Yunhe will annihilate anyone who offends, harms, or bullies Luo Zhiheng...
Rumor has it that the people who died mysteriously in the Southern Dynasty were all wealthy and powerful figures who had all verbally abused, assaulted, and harmed Luo Zhiheng...
So they died, their bodies mangled beyond recognition, bloodied and mangled, their bones shattered.
Li Xian'er's actions would not only bring disaster to her family, but would also hasten her own demise. Luo Zhiheng was not to be offended; those who did would meet a terrible end. This had become a curse, leaving an indelible shadow in people's hearts—heavy and tragic, terrifying and eerie.
Li Yufeng pulled up the dumbfounded Li Xian'er, hesitated for a moment, and finally bowed his straight back to Luo Zhiheng and Mu Yunhe, saying in a deep voice, "My younger sister has offended you both greatly. I apologize to you both again. I will go back and report my sister's foolish behavior to the clan leader. I will definitely come to apologize in person another day. I hope the young prince and princess will forgive me. Farewell."
Li Yufeng rode away on horseback with Li Xian'er, who was struggling and crying desperately, amidst bursts of laughter from the crowd.
Luo Zhiheng gave Mu Yunhe a charming look: "Why did they leave like that? I haven't had enough fun yet."
Mu Yunhe affectionately stroked her cheek: "They're just stray dogs, apologizing for fear of offending you, but who cares about their apologies? Besides, this apology came too late and wasn't sincere. If we don't teach them a lesson, how will they remember that there are some people they absolutely cannot offend?"
Mu Yunhe's abilities go beyond mere intelligence; he possesses a discerning eye that can see right through people and understand their hearts. Li Yufeng's humble apology is nothing more than a concession to Mu Yunhe's power. But would Mu Yunhe care about the concession of a lowly figure like Li Yufeng? If apologies were truly effective, why bother with breaking the law? The damage has already been done to him, and now they still want to oppress his Aheng. How could he possibly let the Li family off so easily?
“Sometimes I find that you’ve become bad. It’s so scary that I don’t know how to change myself to be more worthy of you,” Luo Zhiheng said, feigning sorrow.
Mu Yunhe's gaze was deep, and scattered glimmers of light exploded in his dark pupils, each one warm and tender, painting a picture of unforgettable love: "Why do you need to change? As long as I can keep up with you, that's enough. No matter how I change, it's only for you, to become the person you need most, and nothing else matters."
Luo Zhiheng's eyes unconsciously curved into crescent moons as she smiled, her lips curving upwards. She leaned affectionately against him, but as she looked down, she saw Sun Yunyun staring at her with a strange and incredulous gaze. In that gaze, there seemed to be a heartache that sent chills down Luo Zhiheng's spine.
Damn it! Does Sun Yunyun think she's still compromising? Does he still think she's a man? Looks like I need to find some time to explain things to Sun Yunyun properly.
"You must be shaken today. We just got back too, and we still have a lot to do and need to rest. How about this, you go back first, and I'll ask you out another day when I'm free?" Luo Zhiheng felt guilty after all. The trouble was caused by her lie. Sun Yunyun's eyes held undisguised adoration, and this adoration would cause Sun Yunyun great harm. She was responsible for this, and she was wrong. She could only tell Sun Yunyun the truth with the least amount of harm.
Sun Yunyun was taken aback, a blush rising to her pale face. A faint, gentle smile appeared in her usually cold eyes. She didn't have Mu Yunhe in her eyes; there was only Luo Zhiheng. Luo Zhiheng speaking to her was a very happy thing for Sun Yunyun. Months had passed since they last met, and her longing had overflowed. Finally, she had seen Young Master Luo again, and he hadn't forgotten her, speaking to her so gently. Sun Yunyun felt a sweet joy in her heart.
"You really went to ask me out?" Although a little shy, she still mustered up the courage to ask. Although Luo Zhiheng's current status was somewhat awkward, if she explained it to the young prince, he seemed reasonable enough to understand, right? As long as Luo Zhiheng regained her freedom, and they left this place, Luo Zhiheng could return to being a man.
"Of course, I'm really happy you came to pick me up today. I don't have many friends, and Sun Yunyun is one of them." Luo Zhiheng smiled sincerely, but she herself felt like her back was about to break. Mu Yunhe, for some unknown reason, kept tightening his arms, holding her tightly.
Sun Yunyun's eyes were bright. Although he was somewhat downcast inside, it was good that he could admit to being his friend. Young Master Luo must have said that because he couldn't say it in front of the young prince.
She nodded emphatically, and a beautiful smile bloomed on her usually indifferent face, as if frost had melted. Her anger was known to all.
"Then I'll go back and wait for your news. You must come to visit me soon." Sun Yunyun didn't want to appear too eager, but she was reluctant to leave. When she got into the carriage, she kept looking back. When the carriage left, she would lift the curtain and look back at Luo Zhiheng.
That reluctance to part was clear to everyone.
Others might not care, thinking it's nothing more than a girl's friendship. But Mu Yunhe didn't think so. Only he knew how charming Luo Zhiheng was, and he also knew that Luo Zhiheng had danced in public with Sun Yunjun in her arms. However, the way Sun Yunjun looked at Luo Zhiheng was quite intriguing.
Although Mu Yunhe didn't know how he was feeling, he was very uncomfortable, as if someone else was coveting his precious possession.
"My back!" Luo Zhiheng glared at him resentfully, letting out a low, coquettish growl.
Mu Yunhe's cold and stern expression softened slightly, yet he still retained a hint of ruthlessness as he carried her into the carriage.
The carriages continued on their way, and the convoy split up after entering the center of the imperial city. The Prince went to the General's residence, personally escorted by his wet nurse. The Pharaohs also immediately returned to their residences, and Yu'er went with Murong Qianxue. Luo Zhiheng and the others headed towards the iconic street of the Mu Prince's residence.
Inside the carriage, Luo Zhiheng screamed and cried out in pain, glaring at Mu Yunhe with teary eyes: "Are you trying to kill me? Why are you pinching my waist so hard? You could break such a slender waist in one go. How can you abuse me like this?"
Mu Yunhe remained unfazed by her tantrum, his face still grim. However, his large hand gently massaged her waist, easing her pain.
Luo Zhiheng sighed inwardly, stopped making a fuss, and nestled into his arms, gently asking, "Why are you unhappy?"
Mu Yunhe's eyelashes trembled, obscuring the light within. He turned his face away, deliberately avoiding looking at Luo Zhiheng. After a long while, his cold voice, tinged with a childlike awkwardness and domineering tone, said, "I don't like that Sun Yunyun. I don't like the way she looks at you. It makes me feel... disgusted."
Both people in a relationship are sensitive. They will quickly notice if their territory is coveted or invaded. This is especially true for a domineering and possessive man like Mu Yunhe.
Luo Zhiheng didn't know what to say. She was happy that Mu Yunhe cared, but she was also embarrassed to tell him that it was all her own fault. Just as she was wondering how to start the conversation, Mu Yunhe's cold yet forceful voice rang out again: "Ignore her and stay away from her from now on."
Even if Sun Yunyun were a woman, he still wouldn't like her. Anyone who has feelings for Aheng, regardless of gender, will be sentenced to death!
Luo Zhiheng was silent for a moment, but Mu Yunhe exploded. He grabbed her chin forcefully, forcing her to look into his eyes. His eyes were dark and chaotic, his breath ragged, and filled with resentment: "What? You don't want to stay away from her? That woman is clearly after you. Can't you see that, Aheng? Don't you dare go near her!" After a moment's thought, he roared domineeringly, "And she's not allowed to go near Aheng either!"
Luo Zhiheng was stunned. After a long while, she smiled and then quickly told Mu Yunhe about this ill-fated relationship. She told him the whole story quickly and in detail, and humbly said that it was all her fault. She shouldn't have lied to Sun Yunyun and said that she was a man, and she shouldn't have lied to Sun Yunyun and said that she liked her. This led to Sun Yunyun's misunderstanding and the situation today.
Mu Yunhe was completely stunned. His handsome, angry face could only be described as one of shock, bewilderment, and disdain. Mu Yunhe was speechless for a long time, stunned by the sight.
Luo Zhiheng said somewhat guiltily and anxiously, "Are you angry? I had no choice at the time. For the sake of the competition, I had to do whatever it took."
Mu Yunhe clenched his jaw, his gaze darkening: "You told her you were a man to win the competition, and she believed you?"
Luo Zhiheng nodded, then sighed, "Such an innocent girl, and she was deceived by this bad woman like me. Don't you think I've done something terrible?"
"How can it not count? You're an absolute scoundrel!" Mu Yunhe roared, pinching her chubby little face and gritting his teeth, "How could you do this? Just to win the competition, you cheated this girl like this? And you even made her fall for you, Luo Zhiheng, you're really something, aren't you? You can do something so ridiculous and unbelievable?"
Mu Yunhe was at a loss for words to describe Luo Zhiheng; she was utterly ridiculous.
"I didn't want to either. Who knew that girls in ancient times were so innocent and believed everything they heard?" Luo Zhiheng muttered.
"What did you say?" Mu Yunhe narrowed his eyes menacingly.
Luo Zhiheng laughed heartily, then said with a narcissistic look, "To be honest, Sun Yunyun is too naive. I have a great figure, a perfect bust, a great waist, and a great butt. I'm a standard woman's figure, and I'm so charming and attractive that everyone loves me. I'm obviously a woman. Even if I said that, it was fake because I wasn't feeling well. How could she believe me so wholeheartedly?"
Sun Yunyun was simply too cold-hearted; she didn't trust anyone, but she trusted Luo Zhiheng. A sheltered young lady from a prominent family, naive and easily trusting, especially given Luo Zhiheng's masterful lies and sycophantic flattery. How could such a naive young lady resist the allure of a man? It would be a miracle if she didn't fall for him.
Mu Yunhe was both amused and exasperated. How could she be so unreasonable after deceiving someone?
He patted her pert, upturned buttocks with his large hand and asked lazily, "So what's next? She's treating you like a man, but you're a woman, the real deal, I can vouch for that. How are you going to handle this? Judging from her expression, she really does seem to be determined to marry no one but you."
Luo Zhiheng looked frustrated. She just wanted to know how to make Sun Yunyun understand the truth without hurting her.
The two remained silent the entire way. Unable to bear the silence, Luo Erduo kept stealing glances at Luo Zhiheng, her large eyes sparkling with curiosity, looking as if she wanted to say something but hesitated. Whenever Luo Zhiheng looked at her, she would immediately cover her eyes with her small, round, white hands, feigning ignorance.
"Hey, what are you peeking at me for?" Luo Zhiheng kicked Luo's ear with her toe in an annoyed tone.
"I wasn't looking at you, I was sleeping." Luo Erduo's childish voice sounded a little flustered, completely unaware that she had become outrageously silly.
You idiot, you can talk while you're sleeping? You're pretty advanced.
Luo Zhiheng rolled her eyes in disdain, kicked the fruit on the table, and a big, red apple flew out and headed straight for Luo Erduo's hands.
Just as the apple was about to hit the ground, in an instant, Ohlo, who was still covering her face with her hands and pretending to sleep, suddenly pounced, accurately catching the big apple with both hands. Then, beaming, she held up the apple and showed it off, saying, "I felt the big apple flying towards me..."
Her words abruptly stopped when she met Luo Zhiheng's ambiguous yet disdainful gaze. Then she silently lowered her head, thinking bitterly: Along with the adorable big fruit came the gaze of my stinky, unlovable master. Ugh!
"Tell me, did you tamper with Li Xian'er's kneeling just now?" Luo Zhiheng asked, adding, "Don't lie. Otherwise, you won't get any fruit. And you won't get any meat either."
"No, no, no!" Luo Erduo reacted violently, as if someone had dug up her ancestral grave. She hugged the big apple tightly, her ears drooping, and said softly, "It's me! Who told that bad woman to curse you in her heart? Ears are helping their master."
She looked up at Luo Zhiheng with an innocent and adorable smile, a smile that was extremely captivating, capable of winning over any woman or man, except for Luo Zhiheng.