The Rebirth of the Cultivation Leader Qin Zhao as a Celebrity
Chapter 201 - 198 I Love You, Til Death Do Us Part

Chapter 201: Chapter 198 I Love You, Til Death Do Us Part

The situation in Wuchang Town had been resolved. Qin Zhao had originally wanted to stay behind alone to dig for medicinal herbs in the mountains.

Yet Xiao Shi had brought her many Spirit Plants, which could be used to refine quite a number of fine elixirs, so she no longer needed to go into the mountains to dig for herbs.

Shangguan Qiu had been seriously injured. Although Qin Zhao had helped him to repair his wounds somewhat, he was still very weak, so they planned to stay in Wuchang Town for two more days.

The riverbank of the small town.

The autumn air grew stronger, the aroma of osmanthus filled the air.

Women washed clothes, children played noisy games, and there were elderly people strolling leisurely.

The small town in the mountains had such leisurely and tranquil pace.

They were completely unaware how close they had been to death the night before.

Qin Zhao walked along the river with Chu Yan, but when she turned her head, she realized he wasn’t by her side.

She sat down on the stone steps by the riverbank, gazing at two elderly people who were walking not far away.

Their hair was completely white, but they still held each other’s hands tightly.

The osmanthus blossoms by the river were truly fragrant. The old grandfather let go of his wife’s hand to pick a spray of osmanthus, pinned it near her ear, and then kept smiling at her.

Qin Zhao watched quietly, suddenly reaching to touch the bite mark on the side of her neck.

It was where Chu Yan had bitten her when they were hiding in Sister-in-law Cui Fang’s house.

She frowned, thinking she hadn’t yet settled this matter with him.

Just as she finished the thought, a bouquet of light pink crabapple blossoms appeared before her. The hand that held the crabapple blossoms was white and slender, with clearly defined knuckles, as if made of exquisite jade.

Qin Zhao was sitting on the steps. Chu Yan was quite tall, and bending over was uncomfortable for him, so he knelt on one knee in front of her and stuffed the crabapple blossoms into her hand.

He suddenly smiled, "It’s as if I’m proposing to you."

But they were already married.

So Chu Yan said again, "Qin Zhao, this sounds very cliché, but I still want to tell you,

I love you, unto death do us part."

Qin Zhao felt the crabapple blossoms in her hand were burning hot, like his fervent heart.

She subconsciously let go, not daring to look into his eyes.

But Chu Yan took her hand, encasing it in his larger one, preventing the crabapple blossoms from falling.

"When we’re old and gray, let’s find a place like this, tranquil and leisurely, to live in seclusion, okay?"

Chu Yan longingly looked toward the two old people walking hand in hand, who had been together for a lifetime and would probably not let go of each other until the moment of death. But Chu Yan thought even if he died, he wouldn’t want to let go of Qin Zhao.

"Who knows what the future holds?"

Qin Zhao withdrew her hand, leaving the crabapple blossoms in his.

She stood up and hurriedly left the riverbank.

Not knowing what she was escaping from.

Chu Yan stood where he was, staring steadfastly at her retreating figure.

The shine in his dark phoenix eyes seemed to grow dimmer. He clutched the crabapple blossoms in his hand too tightly, causing the stems to break, and later the flowers fell to the ground.

Like his heart, slowly sinking to the bottom of the valley.

It was not until Qin Zhao had walked a considerable distance away and turned back to see he was still standing there that she walked back.

"Why are you standing there like a fool? Let’s go back."

"Oh."

He picked up the flowers from the ground in a fluster and ran toward her.

Back at the guesthouse, Qin Zhao checked on Shangguan Qiu.

His complexion had improved quite a bit, so Qin Zhao discussed with Si Xuekai about leaving for Imperial City the next day.

Si Xuekai had no objections. He and Xing Changqing could take the opportunity to edit their video.

The video material only contained part of the footage from the manor, as well as Sister-in-law Cui Fang’s house, where the shadow of the monster appeared; none of the later scenes were captured.

They learned some details from Qin Zhao, but as for what exactly happened, Shangguan Qiu wasn’t too clear on it; only Qin Zhao knew.

"By the way, where are your kids?"

Si Xuekai saw Chu Yan at the doorway and suddenly remembered the little baby.

When they had first arrived, hadn’t they brought the baby with them?

Why was it that the baby was always out of sight?

"He’s playing in the room. Yesterday’s business was too risky, so we didn’t take him there."

"This place belongs to the landlady; isn’t it dangerous to leave him here?"

"I left something protective on him."

"That’s good to hear. I was just curious."

After chatting briefly, Qin Zhao returned to her own room.

The next day, on the way back home, she released Tengshe.

It took over four hours of driving from the mountain before they entered the city district.

Close to the train station, there was a food street known for its local specialties—with an entire street full of local delicacies and many small stalls selling local snacks.

"There! Let’s go there!"

Tengshe suddenly stood up, craning his neck out of the car.

Had Chu Yan not held onto him, Tengshe would have flown straight out toward the food street.

Qin Zhao had noticed the food street when they first arrived and had wanted to visit it on the way back.

So she then said to Si Xuekai, "Let’s park here. We’ll take a stroll on the food street, and head to the train station later. Your high-speed train is almost due, so you guys go ahead to the station."

"Fine, it’s pretty fast to get to the train station from here."

Si Xuekai stopped the car and let them get out.

As soon as they disembarked, Tengshe zipped out in a flash.

Qin Zhao, with his quick reflexes, grabbed him, "Do you want a name change? How about Qin Pig from now on? There are so many people over there, it’s best not to blow your cover. If you scare the pedestrians, you’ll have me to answer to."

Tengshe snorted, "Can’t you guys walk any faster?"

"No."

Qin Zhao deliberately strolled at a leisurely pace.

"You’re so mean! I curse you to have instant noodles without the seasoning packet!"

Qin Zhao: "Bounced back."

Tengshe: "???"

Tengshe: "I bounce it back too!"

Qin Zhao: "Bounce back invalid."

Tengshe: "..."

Chu Yan: "My wife is really cute."

"Cute my ass!" Tengshe ranted in exasperation, "She could unscrew the top of your head! Still cute? Haven’t you ever been hit by her?"

Chu Yan suddenly fell silent, recalling his own tragic experiences.

"Cu-cute."

The little lamb’s soul followed beside Chu Yan; it was learning how to speak, stuttering its words.

Qin Zhao gave Tengshe a sidelong glance, "One of these days, I’m going to sell you to a snake peddler. Can’t you learn a thing or two from the little lamb?"

Tengshe gritted his teeth, glaring at the little lamb, "I want lamb chops!"

The little lamb clutched Chu Yan’s clothing and fluttered nervously, intimidated by the crowd.

Eyes timid yet somewhat curiously fixated on Tengshe, the little lamb practiced speaking.

"I-I want to eat."

"You want lamb chops too?"

Tengshe’s eyes swiveled as he came up with a mischievous plan, "Sure, young master will treat you! How about a whole roasted lamb, what do you say?"

The little lamb nodded, "Tha-thank you."

Qin Zhao: "..."

Chu Yan: "..."

Does this guy not realize he’s a lamb?

Food Street actually had a place selling whole roasted lambs, and outside the shop was a poster of a roasted lamb that looked so fragrant and tempting, it made one’s mouth water.

Upon seeing it, the little lamb was completely dumbfounded.

"Wuu wuu."

It looked anxiously at Chu Yan, then back at Qin Zhao.

"If you want to eat roasted lamb, you have to bring your own."

Tengshe squeezed over and asked solemnly, "Did you bring a lamb?"

"Baa wuu wuu!"

The little lamb, nearly crying, turned to run away.

Chu Yan quickly gathered its soul into himself. They could communicate telepathically, and after being consoled in his mind for a long time, the little lamb stopped whimpering uneasily.

"Hmph, that scared you? Silly lamb!"

Tengshe, with his hands on his hips, looked triumphant. Then, he was given a good beating by Qin Zhao.

"Still feeling smug? Can’t you be a bit nicer to our new friend?"

The little lamb hadn’t cried yet, but Tengshe was beaten to tears.

"Ow wuu! Let me go!"

He glared at Qin Zhao with tear-filled eyes.

Looking aggrieved and on the verge of tears, yet not wanting to lose face, he stifled his tears but still made a fierce retort, "Come on, fight me fair and square! If it weren’t for the contract, you wouldn’t stand a chance against me!"

Qin Zhao didn’t bother with words, simply raising his hand in a snake-beating motion.

"I was wrong."

His bravado vanished instantly, and he clung to Chu Yan’s legs, hiding behind him.

Chu Yan touched his forehead helplessly—what a character.

"Ginsengfruit for sale, ginsengfruit! Eating it can prolong your life and provide relief from any ailments! Full refund if no effects! Anyone interested? Ginsengfruit for sale!"

A hawker’s cry suddenly reached their ears, drawing Qin Zhao’s attention.

"Eating it can prolong your life and provide relief from any ailments! Full refund if no effects!"

Hearing those words, Qin Zhao’s expression immediately turned cold.

Chu Yan, sensing the chill from her, asked, "What’s wrong?"

"There’s something off about that ginsengfruit."

"What’s the problem?"

"These ginsengfruits are full of Spiritual Energy, and eating them can indeed prolong life and enhance the physique of ordinary people, preventing any future illnesses."

Chu Yan looked at the vendor, whose basket was filled with figs.

"Are you talking about the ginsengfruit from TV dramas? That looks like figs, though. While they do have some medicinal properties, they’re not that miraculous."

"No, those are ginsengfruits."

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