You Promised to Be an Idle Son-in-Law, How Could You Become a Land Immortal?

Chapter 398: Chapter 253: A Hero’s Weakness for a Beauty

It was no wonder the General thought this way.

He had previously heard reports from "Hawk" Ge the Third and "Lady Tiger" Lou Yuxue:

"The man, Liu Wu, claimed to be one of Liu Zhaoxue’s people from the Jing State Liu Family."

"He said he killed Liu Wen to clear the way for Liu Zhaoxue, allowing her to have a smooth path in the main branch of the Liu Family."

"However, judging from the burning of the Three Towns’ summer grain, the Xiao Family actually benefited the most."

The General watched Liu Zhaoxue walk into the residence, a contemplative look on his face.

’What if, at that time, Liu Wu was telling the truth?’

’What if he really was one of Liu Zhaoxue’s people?’

’If all that were true, then the truth would be—’

Liu Wu gave those 300,000 silver to the Xiao Family through Xiao Dongchen, seemingly solving their urgent crisis.

’But what was the reality?’

’In reality, he did it to deceive everyone, making the Jing State Liu Family think that Liu Wen was killed by the Xiao Family.’

’That way, no one would ever suspect that the true mastermind was Liu Zhaoxue.’

The General let out a soft breath and mouthed the words, "What is false, make real. What is real, make false."

"This Liu Wu... his mind is incredibly meticulous!"

Although the General had never actually met this Liu Wu, the information he had gathered painted a picture of a man whose talent in the Martial Arts, intellect, and temperament were unlike any he had ever encountered.

This was especially true regarding the "burning of the Three Towns’ summer grain."

It seemed that his White Tiger Guard had gained some advantages and achieved certain objectives, but the biggest beneficiary was none other than "Liu Wu."

Even the Xiao Family, who had successfully avoided damage to the Three Towns’ summer grain, were losers to a certain extent.

Only this "Liu Wu" had managed it all. First, he deceived the Bright Moon Building to get the chance to go to Iron Wall Town.

Then, he used Liu Wen’s name to lure Xiao Dongchen into a trap, ultimately leading to his death.

Finally, he killed Liu Wen in Iron Wall Town and framed the Xiao Family for it.

One by one, Liu Wu had pulled off these schemes, almost perfectly erasing all his tracks.

If not for the involvement of several Silver Banner Officers from the White Tiger Guard who had contact with Liu Wu, it’s likely no one would have ever known the full extent of what he had done.

"No wonder the Pavilion Master said that internal strife has already begun in the Liu Family."

"With ’Liu Wu’ helping her, how could Liu Zhaoxue possibly fail to gain power in the main branch of the Liu Family?"

Among the current heirs of the Jing State Liu Family’s main branch, the eldest son, Liu Yong, certainly had the best chance.

The second son, Liu Wen, also had a chance to become the Liu Family Patriarch because of his mother, but he died in Shu State.

The third miss, Liu Zhaoxue, was known as the number one beauty of Jing State and was greatly favored by her father.

The fourth son, Liu Wu, was a disciple of Jing State’s Langyue Mountain. His talent in the Martial Arts was exceptional, and his Cultivation had already reached the Fourth Grade Realm.

The other heirs mostly stood no chance.

As the General thought of this, he glanced once more at the two words, "Liu Mansion," on the residence, then turned and vanished into the gloomy rain.

He didn’t know why that "Liu Wu" was helping Liu Zhaoxue.

’Could it be... that even a hero cannot resist a beautiful woman?’

’It wasn’t impossible.’

Liu Zhaoxue, of course, could not have known she was being watched by the General.

After returning to the residence, her lovely face, which could look charming whether in joy or anger, took on its usual cool expression.

"Shu State, I’ve returned."

Although it had only been twenty days since she had left for Jing State, standing here again truly felt like a lifetime had passed.

This was especially true when she thought about her experiences in Jing State over the past few days, making her cherish this hard-won opportunity even more.

Liu Zhaoxue looked at the Maids and Household Servants kneeling inside the residence, and her father’s warning surfaced in her mind.

"As your father, I know you are unwilling, but you were born into the Liu Family. Some things cannot be decided by your own whims."

"This time, I will only give you half a year. Whether you succeed or fail, you must return to Jing State."

’Half a year.’

Liu Zhaoxue sighed and waved her hand gently. "All of you, rise and go about your duties."

"Yes, Third Miss."

After the Maids and servants had left, Liu Zhaoxue looked to the side at a steward dressed in cotton clothes and gave an order:

"Uncle Fu, go and invite the shopkeepers to come here. We will hold a meeting in an hour."

The steward, who was about fifty years old, nodded and bowed. "Miss, should I also summon the accountants?"

"Have them come as well. Remember to bring the account books from the Medicine Halls for the past few days."

"Yes..."

Liu Zhaoxue watched him walk away before leading several Attendants to the main hall of the West Mansion.

Three Cyan-clothed Guards stood watch at the door.

Two Maids stood silently behind her.

After a moment of silence, one of the Maids looked up, surveyed her surroundings, and suddenly spoke:

"Miss Zhaoxue, this place is not bad."

Liu Zhaoxue paused. She ordered the other Maid to go prepare tea before saying calmly:

"My third uncle, Liu Hong, found it. How could it be bad?"

Although the Maid wore a short, orange-colored outfit, her oval face held no warmth. Instead, there was a hint of cunning in her eyes.

"It’s near Quchi and the North City Gate, making it convenient for an escape."

"It’s also close to Kangning Street, which is frequented by scholars, most of whom are descendants of Shu State’s Noble Families. Information flows freely there."

She paused, looked at Liu Zhaoxue, and chuckled before continuing, "What do you think?"

"As long as you’re satisfied."

"Miss Zhaoxue, that sounds a bit distant."

"Ling’er is your Maid now. Of course, everything revolves around you."

The Maid named Ling’er blinked her lively eyes and asked, feigning ignorance:

"Besides, my Five Poison Sect has already lost an Elder for your sake. Why are you still so guarded?"

Liu Zhaoxue turned her head to look at her, studying her for a moment before saying, "You should know the reason very well."

"My goals, you are clear about."

"But as for your goals, no one has ever told me."

"Even the previous Elder, Yan Fusha, only said one thing—that you want to make use of Xinglin Hall."

Liu Zhaoxue paused, as if observing Ling’er’s reaction. Seeing her expression remained unchanged, she continued to ask: