Chapter 296 - Chapter 296: You ‘re Finally Back
Chapter 296: You ‘re Finally Back
Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation
Qiao Mai unleashed two gusts of wind blades. The alliance leader and deputy, both dressed in black and masked, finally saw the killer who had murdered their son under the moonlight and white snow.
“You killed my son?”
“If you’re talking about those two brainless dogs in County She, I’ll tell you. It was me.”
“Then hand over your life!”
The two men rushed towards Qiao Mai together, but before they could reach her, she sealed the acupoints all over their bodies with her internal energy.
The two were immobilized on the rooftop. At this moment, they realized they had encountered a formidable opponent.
Qiao Mai glanced at the three sheep. “I leave them to you. Don’t let a single one escape.”
“Yes, Master.”
Instantly, the three sheep transformed into enormous creatures, bewildering all the black-clothed individuals.
What kind of monster is this? Why is it so huge?
Qiao Mai’s gaze swept over them, then clasped her hands in front of her chest, reaching out to undo the mute acupoints of the two.
“Foolish people. For raising your son like that, you dare to hold me accountable. I spared your family because of mercy.” “You wicked woman, release us quickly, or…”
“Or what?”
The alliance leader couldn’t even finish a sentence. The deputy leader, regretful now, had known it wouldn’t be so simple but still impulsively followed his leader.
Now, here they were. If they hadn’t come, maybe their families would have been spared.
What kind of existence had they offended? Qiao Mai was indescribable; calling her divine might be more accurate. The alliance leader was so foolish that he dared to call her a wicked woman; he was out of his mind.
“Lady, we, we made a mistake. We got the wrong person.”
“You didn’t make a mistake. I killed them. They deserve death for lusting on me!”
“So what if he lusted after you? You’re just a woman. You’re comfortable, and he’s comfortable too!”
At this critical moment, the alliance leader’s mouth was still despicable!
Qiao Mai lightly swiped the leader’s neck with her fingertips. “Your son died like this. You can die the same way.”
The leader covered his neck, staring wide-eyed, unable to believe how easily this woman could kill him, just like slaughtering a chicken.
Qiao Mai glanced at the deputy alliance leader. “No need to plead with me; it’s useless. You came here. Who else knows?”
“No, no one knows. I can die; I’m not afraid to die. Please spare my family.” “As long as they don’t know about this and don’t come to trouble me.”
“They don’t know. They really don’t.”
Qiao Mai’s expression turned icy. She gently reached out and pinched the deputy alliance leader’s neck, causing him to die in the same way as his son.
Seeing their leader’s death, the black-clothed men immediately wanted to retreat. But how could Qiao Mai agree to their wishes? She teleported and wiped all of them out.
“Sheep, throw them into the mountains to the northwest.”
“Yes, Master!”
With her hands behind her back, Qiao Mai stood against the wind on the rooftop. The night was dark, and the fight didn’t disturb the servants in the house.
Even if it did, they wouldn’t come out. Knowing that the sheep were protecting them and their mistress was there, they wouldn’t let any harm come to them. So, they slept peacefully in their beds.
They pretended not to hear, not to see, and that nothing happened.
With the two alliance leaders dead, she believed it wouldn’t take long for a storm to sweep through the martial world.
Qiao Mai knew this was just the beginning, but she was fearless.
She had already committed murder; what was there to fear? Even if the God of Heaven came, it wouldn’t matter. If they wanted her body, they would have to think twice!
What happened outside had nothing to do with her. To become stronger, she hadn’t left the house in a month.
She found that the spiritual energy concentration in her space seemed to have increased, and the spirit stones earned from selling pills were enough. She decided to strive to elevate her cultivation to the Nascent Soul Realm in one go.
Her efforts paid off. When Qiao Mai opened her eyes, there was a lightning-like brilliance in them.
Greeny watched her from the opposite side, shocked by this gaze.
“Master, have you reached the Nascent Soul Realm?”
“Yes, satisfied now?”
“Hehe, Master is amazing. Why did I see thunder and lightning in your eyes?”
“I don’t know. My spiritual roots are Gold -Wood-Fire, but during the transformation into my Nascent Soul, it seems there was a mutation. I don’t have the thunder spirit roots, but I have the attribute of thunder and lightning.”
“Wow, that’s great! With the thunder and lightning attribute, your attacks will be even stronger. There aren’t many who can resist the thunder attribute.”
“Regardless, I’ll use it if I have it. If not, it doesn’t matter. Everything is experimental on my first time cultivating.”
“With your comprehension, I believe it won’t take a hundred years before you can ascend to immortality.”
“What time is it outside?”
“It’s the twenty-sixth day of the twelfth lunar month.”
“Oh, it’s already the twenty-sixth?”
“Yes, you can rest assured. I’ve prepared everything for the New Year.”
“Alright, looks like we won’t need to hire a carriage this year.”
Qiao Mai finished speaking and left the space. Finding the space boring alone, Greeny followed her out, transforming into a butterfly decoration on Qiao Mai’s head.
She quickly filled the east wing room with New Year goods, then summoned the steward.
“Have they sent New Year gifts?”
“Yes, they have. Fresh food is in the kitchen, and the rest is in the west wing room of your courtyard.”
“Find someone to deliver our return gifts to each family immediately.”
“Yes, Mistress.”
Steward Xi hurriedly brought people and a carriage over. Following Qiao Mai’s arrangements, he delivered the New Year gifts to each family.
In the afternoon, Qiao Mai quickly arranged things at home and then visited various households in the town. Finding nothing out of the ordinary, she flew back to the capital that night.
Upon arriving home, Yuan Jiaqi was waiting at the door like a husband waiting for his wife.
A table was set up at the entrance, candles lit on it. He held a book, dressed warmly, and didn’t feel the cold while sitting there.
Seeing this scene, Qiao Mai felt a warmth in her heart. She released Dong Zhao from a distance, flipped onto the horse, and quickly arrived at the entrance.
Hearing the sound of hooves, Yuan Jiaqi put down the book and stood up, reflexively rushing out.
Seeing Qiao Mai, he smiled, immediately ran to her, grabbed the reins, and led her into the courtyard.
“Hehe, I finally waited for you to come back.”
“Anxious?”
“Yeah, I thought something had happened.”
“During cultivation, I encountered a bottleneck. I missed the time while meditating.”
“It’s good that you’re back. I’ve been boiling water for you to bathe every day.
Quickly take a hot bath. What do you want to eat? I’ll make it for you.”
“Just make a bowl of instant noodles.”
“I can do that, my wife.”
This movement made the whole family aware of her return. They wanted to swarm into Yuexian Residence to see Qiao Mai, but they thought this time was the best opportunity for the couple to deepen their affection. So, they tacitly stopped their steps.
Inside Yuexian Residence, the lights in the upper room were bright. Qiao Mai was soaking in a hot bath.
In the kitchen, Yuan Jiaqi cooked the instant noodles, the luxurious kind.
By the time Qiao Mai finished her bath and changed into her pajamas, sitting at the table, the two bowls of noodles were ready. The couple sat facing each other, smiling, and began eating with a mutual understanding. “Husband, the revenue from County She was 160,000 taels.”
“So much?”
“Yes, we have started on the pine nuts. We’ve gained another income. This year, more than a hundred workers were recruited.”
“Great! It’s solved part of County She’s employment problem for the people.” “Yeah, next year, the funds for relief will be there. All will be at your disposal.” “Wife, you’re the best.”
“Whenever you need to use it, just ask me. I’m afraid if I leave it with you, you won’t have a place to store it.”
“By the way, Magistrate Wang’s family mentioned that they plan to spend the New Year here because Zihan will be taking the imperial examination next year.”
“Tell them if it’s anything like last year, they should go to Bichun Garden. I want a joyful New Year, not a New Year’s Day that feels like mourning.”
“Grandmother has already told them.”
“Looks like Grandmother understands me..”