Chapter 315: I’ll Let You Live A Few More Days
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
“What took you so long?”
“Many things are going on at home, and I had to take care of the affairs of the new alliance leader.”
“Who got the position?”
When this matter was mentioned, the faces of the people present turned ugly.
“Someone else got it, but the new alliance leader hasn’t troubled our families much. However, we still need to be cautious. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have come until now. Are your words true?”
“I’m confident.’
“Tell me about it.’
Madam Liu narrated her speculation and mentioned that Royal Physician Liu had sent people to investigate the Qiao family at night, resulting in all of them being wiped out.
“Back then, were you in City Wei at County She?”
“Yes.”
“She lives in Lucky Garden in Tianshui Town. I heard she also has industries in County She, and she checks and collects accounts every twelfth month when she goes back.”
“Does she have any connection with the alliance leader?”
“How could she not? I analyzed it for you. With the nature of my eldest nephew, he definitely wouldn’t let her go if he saw her.”
“Is she good-looking?”
“No, but her skin is exceptionally good.”
“Are you saying my son was also killed by her?”
“Think about it. The wife of a first-rank official and a martial arts expert attracted your son’s attention. Can you believe she did nothing? There must be something in between. When the alliance leader and deputy leader investigated the matter of my eldest nephew’s death and went to her, they unexpectedly got killed. Do you think this is possible?”
“Are you kidding? She’s a woman and from a village. Even if she learns martial arts, she can’t possibly be stronger than my son and the alliance leader.”
“Did you find out who the murderer is?”
“If you believe my words, investigate it yourself. Do a background check on her.”
“Where is she?”
“She should have returned to Tianshui Town to collect accounts.”
“It would be the New Year when she returns. How about this…”
Seven or eight people in the room nodded as Madam Liu provided suggestions.
When Qiao Mai left, she had arranged everything at home. Whoever went out had a spirit beast accompanying them. Both inside and outside the house, creatures were protecting them.
As long as intruders dared to appear, there would be no bones left.
It was even less of a concern for herself. With her cultivation, even if the sharpest weapon in the world was swung at her, there would be no damage.
This was still under the condition that she allowed people to swing at her. If she didn’t want it, the others wouldn’t even have the chance to approach.
On the night she returned, she arrived at Lucky Garden in Tianshui Town within half an hour.
There were no changes at home, and everyone was doing well.
She wandered around her home, brought gifts, and visited old acquaintances, seeing that everything was fine. Only then did she relax and went to County She the next day.
After completing important matters and doing the things she did every year, she closed herself off.
This time, she didn’t rush to cultivate. Instead, she wandered around her space. Wherever she wanted to go, just a thought was enough.
Greeny had been with her all the time. “Master, you’re diagnosing pulses, drinking tea, reading books, and practicing all day. Isn’t there anything better to do at home?”
“Such as?”
“Women like flowers. Do you like them?”
“Who doesn’t like beautiful things?”
“Then let’s go. I’ve planted a sea of flowers. Master, would you like to see?”
“Hehe, sure.”
Although Qiao Mai was practical, she was still a woman. No one didn’t like beautiful flowers.
Standing in front of the endless sea of flowers, she enjoyed the beautiful scenery. Greeny picked a bunch of red roses.
“Master, this is for you.”
“Thank you.”
“What kind of flowers do you like? Shall I pick some for you?”
“I like all kinds. Each has its beauty.”
“Master, you are beautiful too, but you don’t dress up.” “My appearance without makeup is just an ordinary person.”
“Why not makeup?
“I prefer a natural look. There’s no need for makeup.” “Master, you don’t take good care of yourself.”
“Who says that?”
Qiao Mai picked a rose and placed it in her hair. “Do I look good?”
“You look more beautiful with double eyelids and thicker eyebrows. However, it depends on what your husband says.”
“He likes it as long as it’s me.”
“That’s right. He likes your soul, not your appearance. Some people only care about looks. Falling in love at first sight is just a matter of seeing someone attractive.” “Haha, reading a lot on the internet, huh?”
“Yeah.”
“Feeling bored? Shall I find you a male green worm?”
“Don’t tease me. I’m not interested in males and is busy enough taking care of your space.”
Qiao Mai strolled through the sea of flowers, feeling great. She sat on the ground with her legs crossed and started cultivating.
Seeing her master working hard, Greeny didn’t disturb her anymore and flew off into the distance.
After cultivating for ten days, her divine sense moved, indicating that strangers were approaching Lucky Garden. The sheep conveyed the message to her.
“Master, there are six men in black who entered our house. There is no killing intent on them; it seems they’re here to investigate.”
“Keep an eye on them. If anything happens, kill them immediately.”
“Yes, Master.”
Disturbed, Qiao Mai lost interest in cultivation. She left the room, lit a candle, and made herself a pot of hot tea.
Soon, there was a light tapping sound on the roof tiles. Qiao Mai waved her hand, and a scream echoed through the night sky.
Then came a heavy thud, the sound of a heavy object falling. She opened the door and saw the black-clothed men in the courtyard, covering their eyes and moaning in pain.
Three sheep stood in her yard, and three squirrels stood on the roof. Despite their small size, dealing with a few black-clothed men was a piece of cake.
With a swipe of their claws, the men were thrown into the yard.
Their strength was beyond the imagination of ordinary people. One was still alive on the ground but was no match for the spiritual beast.
All that could be heard was a thud, and there was not even a miserable cry. The person had died.
Qiao Mai reached out and touched the head of the blinded man. After a while, she let go and sent him to his death.
“Throw them onto the mountains in the northwest. In winter, there’s a food shortage for creatures over there.”
“Yes, Master.”
The six spiritual beasts returned in no time.
Qiao Mai filled their storage bags with pills. These were for their cultivation and a reward for their meritorious service in guarding the house.
She stood in the courtyard, thinking she should give the Liu family a big gift for the New Year.
She can’t leave Madam Liu alive. As for Royal Physician Liu, how could he be alive alone if his wife died?
Husband and wife should share blessings and misfortunes. They shouldn’t each go their own way in times of crisis.
Let them live a few more days. She wasn’t in a hurry for revenge. These six black-clothed men were here to test her.
Even though they knew she had the strength to kill the two leaders of the Martial Arts Alliance, they still dared to provoke her. They were overestimating their abilities.
After settling the accounts and receiving the silver notes, Qiao Mai asked the steward to post notices to various families, inviting them to her house for a meal.
The atmosphere in Tianshui Town became lively again, and the kitchen finally made some decent dishes to entertain guests.
Mayor Qian held the invitation, smiling. “I never expected Madam Qiao would have such good luck, having a princess as a daughter-in-law.”
Lu Sanniang, playing with her son, smiled gently.
“Yes, she is capable and has good fortune. But I am fortunate too.”
“Haha, that’s true. Since she invited us, why not deliver the New Year’s goods in advance?”
“I’ll prepare it tomorrow.”
Others wanted to deliver New Year gifts early too. Everyone seemed to have discussed it beforehand, sending large and small packages to Lucky Garden.
Qiao Mai didn’t decline everyone’s goodwill. She had also prepared New Year’s gifts.
The living room was divided into two halls. On both sides, there were side halls with one table each. The room was warm, and everyone enjoyed the Qiao family’s meal, which they only got to eat once a year. Everyone smiled happily, and no one treated Qiao Mai as a stranger just because she was the wife of a first-rank official. On the contrary, they were more enthusiastic and missed her because they only saw her once a year..
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