Ex-Wife is a Big Villainess
Chapter 773 - 379: Farewell

Chapter 773: Chapter 379: Farewell

From having cover, to no cover...

In just a few short days, Xiao Lingqiu’s bottom line had changed. This was well within Jiang Shouzhong’s expectations.

After all, normal couples progress bit by bit.

After indulging herself, Xiao Lingqiu immediately regretted it, especially when she saw the stains on her dress. It seemed to her that their relationship had become too intimate too quickly.

She only regarded Jiang Shouzhong as a friend, a friend she could rely on.

But now, the two seemed more like a couple.

After changing into new clothes, Xiao Lingqiu initially intended to throw the soiled dress away directly, but after some thought, she decided to take it outside and burn it to ashes.

As for doing laundry herself—she was an Empress Dowager; such tasks were beneath her.

After the two had breakfast, Liao Feihu suddenly rushed to the doorstep, his expression a mix of worry and barely contained excitement.

"Brother Jiang, something big has happened in Dazhou!"

Liao Feihu took out a newly obtained letter and handed it to Jiang Shouzhong. "This morning, a trade caravan arrived from Dazhou’s border, bringing news that the Emperor of Dazhou has died."

"What!?"

Both Jiang Shouzhong and Xiao Lingqiu were shocked upon hearing this.

Before Jiang Shouzhong could fully process the news, Xiao Lingqiu snatched the intelligence letter from Liao Feihu’s hands and tore it open to read carefully, her brows knitting tightly.

"Are you sure Zhou Chang is really dead?"

Jiang Shouzhong found it surreal.

Though he had never met Emperor Zhou Chang, he’d learned about him from others. The man was in his prime, with no significant health issues.

How could a perfectly healthy person suddenly drop dead?

Liao Feihu’s expression was complicated. "At first, I didn’t believe it either. Later, I sent someone to dig into the matter further, only to learn that Emperor Zhou Chang had indeed died several days ago in Dazhou.

Right now, Dazhou has plunged into chaos. The new Emperor is the Second Prince, Zhou Kang, but the Crown Prince Zhou Yin’s private army is laying siege to the Capital. Additionally, a rebel army has also emerged..."

Xiao Lingqiu quickly finished reading the letter and asked, "How did Zhou Chang die?"

Liao Feihu shook his head. "I don’t know either. The caravan folk don’t have much information, but it seems he was killed by an assassin."

An assassin?

Xiao Lingqiu pursed her pale lips.

With Zhao Wuxiu, the number one cultivator in the realm, guarding him, what assassin could even get close?

Back when she tried to stop the deposed Crown Prince Zhou Wei from obtaining the Heavenly Divine Fortune, she had sent Yanrong’s top expert, Yelv Shenye, who failed to gain any advantage. Who could bypass Zhao Wuxiu to assassinate Zhou Chang?

Crossing her arms, Xiao Lingqiu paced back and forth inside the room, considering the current situation.

Zhou Chang’s death was undoubtedly a huge boon for Yanrong.

Her original plan required at least five years of preparation before launching an offensive against Dazhou. After all, Zhou Chang was a very capable man.

But now that Zhou Chang was dead, Dazhou was in disarray... This was the perfect opportunity for Yanrong to march southward.

What’s more, Nanjin Country was also embroiled in turmoil.

Under such circumstances, no one could compete with Yanrong for this lucrative prize.

No, she had to return to Yanrong immediately.

As Xiao Lingqiu prepared to tell Liao Feihu of her intent to leave this place, she looked up and met Jiang Shouzhong’s gaze. Her elated mood was suddenly clouded by a shadow of doubt.

If she left, what would happen between her and Jiang Mo...

Xiao Lingqiu was torn inside.

At the same time, Jiang Shouzhong was also thinking of leaving as soon as possible to return to the Capital.

He was deeply worried about the situation at the Ran Mansion.

Once the Capital descended into chaos, the flames of war would consume every corner. Even with the matriarch holding down the fort at the Ran Family, there would be no escape.

Thinking of this, Jiang Shouzhong said to Xiao Lingqiu, "I’m planning to return to Dazhou. What about you?"

Xiao Lingqiu’s brow twitched slightly, but she did not respond.

Jiang Shouzhong knew she was involved in a grand plan with the Heshan Tribe. Apologetically, he said, "If you can’t let go of things here, then stay for now. Once I’ve finished my business, I’ll come back for you..."

Before he could finish, Xiao Lingqiu suddenly felt an unexplainable surge of anger welling up inside her.

As the Empress Dowager of Yanrong, she was hesitating and conflicted over such an unprecedented opportunity because of him. Yet this man didn’t even consider staying with her for a moment... Of course, Xiao Lingqiu knew he was worried about his wife, Ran Qingchen.

But Xiao Lingqiu was still upset.

Upset might not be the right word—perhaps it was more the overwhelming, unacknowledged jealousy that she hadn’t even realized herself.

In the end, Xiao Lingqiu chose not to lash out in front of Liao Feihu. In a calm, detached tone, she said, "Go ahead. Don’t concern yourself with me."

With that, she walked out of the room.

Jiang Shouzhong opened his mouth to speak but looked dejected.

What he truly meant by his words was that he wanted to hear her say she was willing to leave with him.

But the woman showed not even a hint of hesitation.

Clearly, her priority was the matters here.

It was about helping the Empress Dowager build her power.

At this thought, Jiang Shouzhong couldn’t help feeling a touch of frustration toward Jingjing’s loyalty to that Empress Dowager.

According to his plan, as their relationship grew closer bit by bit, he would secure her emotionally and keep her at his side forever. With Miaomiao interceding on his behalf, the Empress Dowager likely wouldn’t object too much.

But her loyalty had exceeded his imagination.

Jiang Shouzhong sighed inwardly and turned to Liao Feihu.

"What about you, Brother Liao? Do you plan on going back? Dazhou is in chaos now, so your past offenses are unlikely to matter anymore."

Liao Feihu chuckled and shook his head. "What would I go back for? I have no family, and the country is in shambles. There’s nothing in Dazhou worth my attachment. Right now, the only person I owe anything to is Yun Zhu. Staying here with her is good enough."

Jiang Shouzhong patted him on the shoulder. "Once I find Zhang, I’ll bring him and his family over to see you."

"Alright."

Liao Feihu smiled and nodded, then took out a map and handed it to Jiang Shouzhong. "Nanjin Country is embroiled in warfare everywhere. If you want to get to Dazhou as quickly as possible, you’ll have to pass through the Capital City. Taking any other route will take much longer and is fraught with complications."

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