Ex-Wife is a Big Villainess
Chapter 144 - 104 Kind Old Lady_2

Chapter 144: Chapter 104 Kind Old Lady_2

Xia He sheathed her longsword, returning to her previous indifferent demeanor.

Jiang Shouzhong sighed, "See, many fools come to trouble me for no reason. Following me around is really bad luck. Have you considered going back to Silver Moon Tower?"

Xia He closed her eyes to meditate.

Jiang Shouzhong smiled and whispered softly, "Having an enforcer by my side doesn’t seem too bad either."

Suddenly, Xia He opened her eyes and stared at him, "That man you punched will repay you a hundred times over if he feels you are no longer of use to him. You better be prepared."

Jiang Shouzhong spoke seriously, "I have already given him a chance, but he still threatened me. So the moment the opportunity arises, I will kill him, and you can help."

——

Walking on the street, Nalan Xie was slapped by a rushing woman and fell embarrassingly like a dog, attracting the attention of bystanders.

However, facing the woman’s murderous gaze, people hurriedly looked away.

"You bitch, are you sick?"

Nalan Xie got up and glared at the woman, "Don’t think I’m afraid of you just because you’re my senior sister."

"Go buy me clothes!" the woman commanded.

Nalan Xie muttered discontentedly, "You asked to use the sword, but you had to show off, almost turning into a beggar. You could at least let me have a look at that girl’s body, totally useless."

"Are you any better? You got beaten like a dog by a third-tier martial artist!"

Qing slapped him on the head.

Nalan Xie winced in pain and retorted, "I just didn’t want to dodge, that guy could become a brother in the future. I’m willing to take a few hits, or even take a knife for him."

The woman sneered, "What if he doesn’t want to join you?"

Nalan Xie sighed, "Then I can only... settle accounts slowly."

After buying a fitting new dress for the woman, Nalan Xie said helplessly, "My subordinates are useless, but relying on Jiang Mo, there’s still hope to find the Demon Energy. The old man from Xichu Pavilion presses hard; taking a punch for a chance at cooperation is worth it."

Seeing the woman’s face darkened, Nalan Xie hugged the woman’s waist, comforting her like coaxing a child, "My little treasure, don’t be mad; I just like it dark. Come on, I know of a noodle shop that serves delicious noodles. I’ll take you there for a taste."

The woman’s expression eased a bit.

The two arrived at "Zhang’s Noodle House" located in a secluded alley. The lame noodle house owner, Zhang Ashun, saw Nalan Xie and was as happy as ever, "Nalan, you’re here."

Nalan Xie smiled gently, "I brought a friend to eat, bring us two bowls of light noodles."

"Right away."

Zhang Ashun led them into a nicer private room, served the restaurant’s best tea, then ran to the kitchen to cook.

Qing said indifferently, "I heard that the owner’s eldest daughter was ruined by a beast two years ago and was thrown into the Beggar’s Sect’s pit. When she was finally rescued, she was pregnant, and later died."

"Yes, that beast was me."

Nalan Xie reached out to tidy up the woman’s hair which had become a bit messy during the fight, smiling, "But the child wasn’t mine; it could be Shi Yi’s or some beggar’s."

Qing said, "She has a younger sister, and you actually refrained from laying hands on her. You must feel quite guilty for that woman."

Nalan Xie laughed, "Do I look like someone who would feel guilty? Primarily, the girl was too young; I’m not that much of a beast."

Seeing the woman looking disdainful, Nalan Xie said, "Actually, I’ve been planning for a while now, it’s just been too busy lately, and Shi Yi is dead. Once I deal with all these messes, I’ll have my fun with that girl. After I’m done, I’ll personally tell Mr. Zhang how I ruined both his daughters. As an apology, I’ll let their family reunite."

Qing sneered, "You’re not afraid of retribution."

Nalan Xie looked nonchalant, "Anyway, I’m a villain bound for Hell sooner or later; committing one sin or a hundred makes no difference. But sister, you’re not much better yourself. When the time comes, we’ll go to Hell together and keep each other company."

Qing rolled her eyes, "I don’t want to die early; I haven’t lived enough yet."

"Life and death are unpredictable; as cultivators, don’t expect to live quietly," Nalan Xie said with a smile, "Life and death are impermanent, only the ordinary is constant. One must cherish the joy of life."

When the fragrant, steaming noodles were served, Nalan Xie asked while eating, "Sister, you didn’t come all the way to the Capital just to sleep with me, did you? Are you on a mission?"

Qing said indifferently, "The Yin Yang Sect received news that an elder of the Sky Shadow Organization got a copy of the ’Shentu Yin-Yang Records.’ I’m here to find him. It’s best if we can trade, but if not, we’ll have to resort to violence."

"As one of the four great mysterious books in the world, what exactly makes the ’Shentu Yin-Yang Records’ so extraordinary?" Nalan Xie asked curiously.

Although he was a disciple of the Yin Yang Sect, Nalan Xie couldn’t access some core secrets.

Qing slurped some noodles, gently shaking her head, "I’m not very clear either; there are some absurd rumors, claiming it’s a Dual Cultivation Skill. Unlike other Dual Cultivation Skills, the ’Shentu Yin-Yang Records’ are only practised after ascension to immortality."

Nalan Xie said incredulously, "If you’re already immortal, what do you need it for?"

Qing explained, "Ascending alone grants you immortality, but practicing this mysterious book allows your partner to achieve immortality with you. Of course, whether it’s true or not will have to be verified over time."

——

As dusk approached, the carriage from Ran Mansion arrived belatedly.

Ran Qingchen was not onboard; only the coachman, Jinxiu, was there by herself.