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Mu Tong didn't have the chance to receive his master's rare praise. He looked at the colorful intestines and the white worms that kept crawling out, plump and white, glistening in the morning sunlight.

A long-lost feeling came over him, and Mu Tong leaned against the wall and started vomiting profusely.

The brave Zhou Qian and Zhou Hou, who had just been so valiant, also leaned against the wall, their eyes fixed on the sky.

How could there be such a horrific corpse in the world?

Suddenly, the once quiet alley was filled with the sound of a whistle, followed by a muffled groan, and then the sound of clothes rustling through the air.

Mu Wenchen's face hardened. He glanced at Zhou Qian and Zhou Hou, and the two quickly rallied their spirits, jumped onto the roof, and chased after them.

Ru Feng awkwardly pushed Mu Wenchen away from his embrace, glanced at the soldiers who hadn't noticed, and then said, "Let's go!"

Mu Wenchen nodded, but an arrow pierced through the alley wall and shot straight at him. He frowned, his sleeves billowed, and the arrow fell a millimeter away.

But at that moment, Ru Feng, who was walking in front of him, let out a snort and collapsed!

Before her, an arrow stood firmly upright, its blood staining her green robe crimson.

Volume Two Completed

Volume 3, Chapter 119: Healing Wounds (Description of a Path of Ruthlessness Yet Compassion)

One month later, inside the Yuchi Mansion in Yuezhou City.

In the courtyard, the servants were busy tidying up, their faces beaming with joy.

In the small courtyard, the trees provide ample shade, vines grow wildly, and flowers bloom in abundance.

A woman dressed in a simple white dress, with a crimson overcoat, and a gold ring in her hair, stood gracefully among the green trees and flowers. She held a flower in her delicate hand, her expression focused, like a secluded orchid in a valley, faintly exuding her own fragrance.

After a long while, a woman who looked like a maid finally came in from outside the door. She hurried over with small, quick steps, calling out loudly, "Young Miss, I'm here!"

The woman who had been brooding just moments before immediately turned around, looked at her gently, and said, "Xiangling, speak slowly, we're not in a hurry." But there was an indescribable urgency in her tone.

Xiangling nodded knowingly, "Miss, I've heard the news. Master and Young Master really did return to the capital together. Their injuries have completely healed, and they've really made a name for themselves this time! So we'll be going to the capital with them." Xiangling spoke with great enthusiasm. Because of her familiarity with Ruxue, she spoke without any restraint.

Ru Xue gripped her handkerchief tightly and whispered, "That...that young master..."

Xiangling nodded knowingly: "Miss, don't worry. According to the young master and the others, after they arrived in the capital, they asked the master for advice. Miss, you are now the ideal spouse for many people. The young master and the master have made great contributions and are now very popular in the capital. You are also the only young lady in the General's Mansion, so there are bound to be many people trying to curry favor with you." Xiangling said with pride.

In her eyes, her young mistress was a highly sought-after woman. Not only was she beautiful, but she also had a good temperament, was quiet and gentle, and was proficient in all the arts, including music, chess, calligraphy, painting, and needlework. Who wouldn't want to marry her? So that young nobleman was no exception.

Ru Xue smiled, but then worriedly said, "But he is no ordinary man after all." He is of noble status; what kind of woman hasn't he seen? Although she is known as the most beautiful woman in Yuezhou, she is already getting on in years.

At twenty-one, an ordinary woman is already the mother of several children. If it weren't for her grandfather being away from home all year round and her father and mother being very open-minded, she would have been forced to marry someone she didn't like long ago.

Thinking of this, Ru Xue sighed softly again.

Xiangling's eyes darted around, and she quickly reassured him, "Miss, don't worry, Young Master Jue and Young Master are very good friends. When you go to the capital, you can ask Young Master for help, and you'll definitely be able to see Young Master Jue often. That way, you can develop a relationship." Speaking of Young Master, a suspicious blush appeared on Xiangling's face.

Ru Xue, being perceptive, naturally understood her maid's thoughts. Putting her own worries aside, she covered her mouth and smiled, saying, "My brother will definitely help me; he's always been very good to me." Ru Xue knew very well that if it weren't for her brother secretly speaking well of her to their parents and grandfather, she would probably have been forced to marry at the "advanced age" of twenty-one. Therefore, she was very fond of her brother.

At this moment, looking at Xiangling, an idea flashed through her mind. She said, "Once I'm settled, I'll make arrangements for you. I know you're already seventeen, and you've turned down so many marriage proposals these past few years. I guess you're deeply in love with Rufeng. I'll arrange for Rufeng to take you into his household, how about that?" Xiangling had helped her a lot, was a diligent maid, and was also quite pretty. She was also very affectionate towards her younger brother. She thought her brother wouldn't mind. Ruxue thought to herself, being a concubine wouldn't be too bad for her.

Upon hearing this, Xiangling's fair face flushed even hotter. She gave Ruxue a coquettish look and exclaimed, "Miss, you're so naughty! I'll go pack my things right now."

As they talked, each with their own thoughts, they both laughed heartily.

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Meanwhile, the governor's mansion in Yuezhou City was also bustling with activity.

The head of the governor's mansion, Master Bai, was a very wealthy man. At this moment, his usually serious face was beaming with joy, like a chrysanthemum in full bloom. He took a sip of tea and said, "We're heading to the capital for a while right away. This kid has finally made something of himself!"

The woman sitting to his left, around forty years old, with a well-maintained and dignified face, smiled slightly and said, "Yes, you're finally back safe and sound." Her joy was undisguised, a stark contrast to her usual stern demeanor.

Sitting to the right of Master Bai was a beautiful woman, about twenty years old, with a chubby child, about three years old, on her lap. The child's eyes were darting around, and the child looked lively and adorable.

At this moment, the beautiful woman said with a sweet smile, "Sister, are you happy? Shao Jun has made a great contribution this time, and he will soon receive a reward from the Emperor."

The middle-aged woman simply smiled and said nothing more.

Upon hearing this, Master Bai stroked his beard, frowned slightly, and said, "It's a pity. The young man from the Yuchi family is much better. He's become a marshal at such a young age. I used to think it was because of his family's influence, but now the facts have proven his ability. He's only eighteen years old. Sigh, his future is limitless. Our Shaojun still needs to learn more. He's too pampered."

The beautiful woman chuckled and said, "Master, what's so difficult about that? It's said that Yuchi Rufeng is a man as handsome as Pan An, but our Yinghe is no less so. She's on par with Yuchi Ruxue. So, as long as Yinghe marries Yuchi Rufeng, wouldn't we become in-laws with the Yuchi family?"

Even the middle-aged woman agreed, saying, "Master, my sister is right. Yuchi Rufeng is a talented man, skilled in both literature and martial arts. Moreover, Yinghe also has feelings for him. Didn't she propose marriage to him last time? I think they are a perfect match, well-matched in social standing!" As long as they become in-laws with the Yuchi family, wouldn't Yuezhou City be the Bai family's domain?

Master Bai hesitated, however: "But it seems the Yuchi family doesn't really like this marriage. Yuchi Rufeng is only eighteen years old now, and Yuchi Huaiyang is unwilling." He recalled the last time he shamelessly proposed marriage, only to be rejected!

“Sir, times have changed, and the situation may be different now!” the beautiful woman quickly persuaded.

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Outside the door, Murong Yinghe, who had overheard the conversation, covered her face in surprise, unable to believe what she had heard. If she could really be with Rufeng... Thinking of this, she hurriedly ran back to her room, her heart pounding wildly.

Volume 3, Chapter 120: The Female Body (Description of the Female Body)

"Alright, Zuiyue, stop talking!" Rufeng interrupted her loudly. Her face flushed, especially her chest, which felt hot and red, as if Mu Wenchen's hand was still on her body.