Ex-Wife is a Big Villainess
Chapter 191 - 122 Sisterly Strife

Chapter 191: Chapter 122 Sisterly Strife

The assassination of Nalan Xie completely exceeded Jiang Shouzhong’s expectations.

His initial plan was merely to find an excellent opportunity, employing a semi-ambush tactic to kill Nalan Xie, while demonstrating power to the Luo Family and eliminating a hidden threat at the same time.

As for how the Luo Family would retaliate, he didn’t care, as the two were already mortal enemies.

However, with the involvement of Zhang Que’er’s family, although they succeeded in getting rid of both Nalan Xie and the woman named Qing, the extermination of the entire Nalan household escalated the situation to another level.

For Jiang Shouzhong, this affair had its pros and cons.

The upside was that as long as the cover-up was handled properly, no one would associate the death of Nalan Xie with him. After all, with the case escalating to a household extermination, even people like Hu wouldn’t think he had the gall.

Moreover, this thorough eradication method also saved him a lot of trouble indirectly.

The downside, however, was that Zhang Que’er’s existence posed a danger.

If the court investigated with full force, it would be very difficult for him to smuggle the girl out of the Capital to her relative. Even if he succeeded in sending her away, whether that relative would dare to take her in was another matter.

This was an extermination within the Capital.

Wiping out a household under the Emperor’s nose was undoubtedly a slap in the court’s face.

Sometimes Jiang Shouzhong thought that if he hadn’t stopped Zhang Que’er from committing suicide at that time, things would have been much simpler. He could have completely extricated himself, creating a situation where both parties perished together.

But he simply couldn’t stand by and watch a young girl kill herself.

After much thought, Jiang Shouzhong could only seek help from others.

His wife, Ran Qingchen, was definitely not an option.

Firstly, the Ran Family did not have such great capabilities, and secondly, his wife, being the new head of the Liushan Division, should not be dragged into this.

Therefore, he had no choice but to turn to Mrs. Jiang.

After all, he had told her about his plan to kill Nalan Xie, and now that Xia He got injured because she helped him, that woman would find out sooner or later.

As the biggest "underground emperor" of the Capital, hiding a young girl shouldn’t be a difficult task.

...

Silver Moon Tower.

It was still that familiar garden.

Jiang Yi was lounging lazily on the soft couch as usual, her captivating curves visible at a glance. She teased Jiang Shouzhong with a chuckle, "Master Jiang really gave me quite a shock. One moment you speak of killing one to eradicate a threat, and the next, you’ve annihilated their entire family.

I’ve been thinking, someday my Silver Moon Tower might also be completely exterminated by Master Jiang, especially since I, a woman with long hair but short sight, severely offended you once."

At this moment, Chun Yu, Qiuye, and Dong Xue were still at Jiang Yi’s side.

Upon seeing Jiang Shouzhong, each of the three women had a distinct expression.

Chun Yu was displeased, angrily glaring at the despicable man in front of her who had lured her younger sister away, silently gnashing her teeth, thinking that the two must have rolled into bed together these past few days.

Qiuye was gently lowering her eyelids, her face unreadable.

But the fleeting sorrow deep in her eyes couldn’t be hidden by her gracefully curled lashes.

Dong Xue looked amused as if observing some novel object, her large eyes, like crystal grapes, filled with curiosity.

Jiang Shouzhong helplessly said, "The extermination of the Nalan residence really has nothing to do with me. I only killed Nalan Xie."

"Of course I know it has nothing to do with you."

Jiang Yi narrowed her eyes, her smile fading, "You could have quite easily used this opportunity to clear yourself of any involvement, yet you chose to take on a hot potato. Do you realize the impact of this affair? The court has ordered both the Dali Temple and the Ministry of Justice to conduct an investigation, and even the Wenxin Department of the Liushan Division is involved.

I’m puzzled. You, Jiang Mo, aren’t you supposed to be clever? Why commit such a low-level mistake at a critical moment? Could it be because you fancy that girl and are thinking of taking her home as a concubine?"

Jiang Shouzhong said gravely, "Firstly, Zhang Ashun’s family indeed helped me eliminate a threat, without them, it would have been difficult for me to kill Nalan Xie. Secondly, having promised Zhang Ashun that I would protect his daughter, I will not break my word. I’ve come here to ask a favor from you, madam. To be precise, to cancel out the favor I owe you from before."

Jiang Yi’s lips curved into a smile, then she suddenly asked, "Why isn’t Xia He with you, is she hurt?"

"She was injured while fighting Qing, but she’ll recover soon. Right now, she’s taking care of that young girl," Jiang Shouzhong explained.

In truth, although Xia He’s injuries weren’t life-threatening, she needed some time to recuperate.

Jiang Shouzhong dared not tell the truth, as her life pearl had been lost, and her recovery was much slower than before. If she came now, it would definitely raise suspicions.

"Xia He’s life pearl has healing properties, so I’m not worried," Jiang Yi thought to herself. But upon hearing that Jiang Shouzhong mentioned killing Aqing, a disciple of the Yin Yang Sect, she frowned slightly, tapping her finger gently on the side of her thigh, and after a moment of contemplation, she said softly,

"There’s no need to hide that girl. Just take her to the government office, create a story for her to dissociate her from the extermination case. On the surface, take her statement, and I will operate in the shadows for you. The court won’t make things difficult for her in the future, provided that she doesn’t act foolishly."

Jiang Shouzhong was taken aback and gratefully said, "If that’s the case, it couldn’t be better."

It was at this moment that he truly gained a new recognition of Jiang Yi’s abilities.

Truly worthy of being Capital’s "underground emperor."

The only regret was that his debt of gratitude to Jiang Yi was now completely settled, and he should no longer expect to pick a secret manual from her arsenal.

"But the biggest problem now is the Yin Yang Sect."

Jiang Yi said lightly, "Nalan Xie’s death is one thing, but Qing was a disciple under special training within the Yin Yang Sect. If they find out that you and Xia He were responsible for her death, they will seek revenge. These Jianghu characters are like flies, most annoying indeed."

Jiang Shouzhong nodded slightly, "I’ll be cautious."

"What good is caution gonna do? Who told you to drag Xia He into this mess!" Jiang Yi suddenly became angry, sitting upright, her rounded hips outlined like a full moon beneath the taut fabric of her skirt, drawing the most enticing arc in the world.

Last time Jiang Shouzhong asked to borrow Xia He, she agreed.

Because she thought that Jiang Shouzhong was only dealing with Nalan Xie, but she didn’t expect the boy to let Xia He confront Qing, who was more powerful than herself. Had she known this earlier, she wouldn’t have agreed so rashly.

After all, if Xia He wasn’t careful, she could lose her life.

Jiang Shouzhong, knowing he was at fault, said apologetically, "It’s my mistake."

Jiang Yi wanted to continue blaming him but thought better of it and after some reflection, she said indifferently, "Let Xia He come back and let Qiuye follow you. Among the four sisters, Qiuye’s strength is the highest. If the Yin Yang Sect comes knocking, at least she can save your life."

Jiang Shouzhong was shocked and quickly waved his hands, "Forget it, just Xia He will do."

What a joke, bringing Xia He back at this point would be putting her life on the line.

Seeing the man choose Xia He without hesitation and refuse her companionship twice, Qiuye couldn’t help feeling a twinge of sourness in her heart.

Although the young girl had managed to let go in her heart, that faint sadness still surged up, like a drop of ink gently diffusing in the lake of her heart, spreading to every corner.

"What, can’t bear to part with Xia He?"

Jiang Yi laughed, but there was no trace of mirth in her eyes.

Jiang Shouzhong understood that the woman was testing him again, and quickly turned it into a joke, "Indeed, I can’t bear to. After all, a lone man and a lone woman living together, feelings do grow. Last time I visited the Ran Family, because I was too nice to Xia He, Qingchen slapped her."

The man’s mix of truth and fiction left Jiang Yi stunned for a moment, then she laughed out loud, her voluptuous figure seeming to burst out of her clothes, and the suspicion in her eyes seemed to fade away.

Jiang Shouzhong joked again, "Actually, I’d prefer if the madam could lend me another person, for more safety."

Originally, the man was just speaking offhand, but Jiang Yi seemed to think of something, glanced subconsciously at the direction of the palace, then smiled and said, "Alright, since I’m technically Qingchen’s aunt, it’s my duty to help protect her husband. I’ll give you one more person, Qiuye—"

Just as Jiang Yi was about to say Qiuye, she suddenly changed her tone and looked toward Dong Xue, "Dong Xue, go accompany your second sister."

Dong Xue’s eyes brightened.

"Madam, let me go!" Chun Yu quickly spoke up.

Chun Yu, being the eldest sister, was now afraid of this Jiang Mo, who had managed to hook the third sister and taken the body of the second sister. With the fourth sister’s temperament, if she went to him, wouldn’t that be serving herself up on a silver platter?

She couldn’t let another sister fall into the tiger’s mouth.

Next time they met, she might see Dong Xue helping him from behind.

It should be her pushing...ugh! It should be her taking on the task!

Jiang Yi was surprised by Chun Yu’s eagerness, thinking to herself that this girl wasn’t usually so impulsive.

Realizing her rashness, Chun Yu quickly explained, "Madam, Dong Xue is too playful and unreliable. Sending her now would only cause chaos. Given that it’s a critical time, it would be more appropriate for me to go."

"Big sister, when have I ever been unreliable?"

Dong Xue puffed up her cheeks in anger, then turned with a pitiable look to Jiang Yi, "Madam, I won’t cause any trouble. Just let me go, I promise to be steady and dependable in my work."

Watching the two vying to volunteer, Qiuye felt dejected.

Should she say something too?

But glancing at Jiang Mo, she remembered the scene of him kissing her second sister that night and sighed quietly to herself, choosing not to speak.

By then, she no longer cared about whether she stayed by Jiang Mo’s side.

It was time to let go.

Jiang Yi’s alluring eyes moved back and forth between Chun Yu and Dong Xue, and as she saw Qiuye remain indifferent on the side, she furrowed her brows slightly and said lightly, "Qiuye, you go."

Qiuye was taken aback, and then nodded lightly, "Yes, madam."

Seeing this, Chun Yu moved her red lips but said nothing more... compared to Dong Xue, Qiuye indeed was more suitable.

Dong Xue still wanted to contend, but, seeing her eldest sister glaring coldly at her, she reluctantly gave up.

At this moment, Jiang Shouzhong was speechless.

Mrs. Jiang, my house is already overcrowded.

But Jiang Shouzhong didn’t dare to refuse anymore, for another refusal might make Jiang Yi suspect that there was something wrong with Xia He.

...

Leaving Silver Moon Tower, Jiang Shouzhong pinched the bridge of his nose, feeling a severe headache.

It seemed he needed to buy a property soon.

Qiuye silently followed behind, her usually calm heart unexpectedly beginning to throb.

But remembering the night’s events, her heart sank with sorrow.

Meanwhile, she suddenly realized a very serious problem,

At the moment, Jiang Mo and her second sister must have broken through the last barrier in their relationship. During their intimate moments, being so close, wouldn’t she... also sense it?

"Jiang Mo, do you... sleep with my second sister?"

The girl asked tentatively.

Jiang Shouzhong, lost in thought, was taken off guard by the bizarre question, "Yes, we sleep."

Qiuye responded with an "Oh," clenching her fists tightly.

The girl’s heart sank even further.

Well, when the time comes, she would just have to keep her distance from them.

Qiuye looked up at the sky and then at the man’s figure... and suddenly felt as if the distance between them was as vast as the sky itself.

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