Chapter 108: Leng Yuewu

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Lei Qing was slightly surprised, but the current him was no longer the same as before. At Early-stage Silver, he was already considered a small expert at the general level across the entire Pan-Continent.

With a wave of Lian Zhan, a flash of thunder light flickered to block the attack. Unknowingly, he used the things he had painstakingly accumulated and cultivated over the past ten-plus days.

That sword strike seemed fast yet slow, and was quite ingenious. With a ding sound, it actually blocked Leng Yuewu’s finger. As the cold white mist forced its way towards him, he repeatedly stepped on the roof using the Thunder Flash movement technique, narrowly dodging it. With cold sweat on his head, he stared at Leng Yuewu with full vigilance.

He thought to himself, could it be that Leng Yuewu felt she was at a disadvantage after thinking it over, and came here in the middle of the night to kill him with one sword strike to end it all?

If that were really the case, Lei Qing would have to think carefully about how to save his life. Even if it was Leng Yuewu, even if the Emperor wanted to kill him, he would absolutely not just wait for death.

This was the Xiahou residence, not too big, but if he shouted loudly, Uncle Xiahou would surely arrive in time. Although a Mid-stage Gold power house was absolutely no match for a Holy Rank powerhouse.

But this was Tieling City, the headquarters of the famous Iron Cavalry Regiment, with many soldiers and generals. No matter how capable Leng Yuewu was, it was impossible for her to defeat an entire army.

Just as Lei Qing’s thoughts were flashing, Leng Yuewu saw that Lei Qing’s swordsmanship had improved greatly and was slightly surprised, with a trace of appreciation. However, her voice remained cold as she said: “Hmph, I’m giving you a small lesson. Remember not to speak nonsense in the future, and discipline your subordinates well.”

The future, there was still a future.

Lei Qing’s tense emotions instantly relaxed, and cold sweat had unknowingly broken out on his back. He cupped his hands towards Leng Yuewu and said: “Thank you, Fairy, for your forgiveness. May I ask what business you have with me by coming here?”

“Hmph, you certainly have a lot of nerve.” There was some cold anger in Leng Yuewu’s voice: “You even dared to kidnap Li Qianlong’s daughter, and dared to blackmail the Li Chamber of Commerce? If you anger Li Qianlong, not even the Gods can save you.”

Lei Qing was stunned in his heart, could it be that the Fairy came because she cared about him? Did she develop feelings and fall in love with him because she lost her focus and gave herself to him?

His eyes rolling around as he was indulging in fantasy, Leng Yuewu saw it clearly, and said shyly and angrily: “What nonsense are you thinking about? If you think any more nonsense, I will kill you with one sword.”

“I wouldn’t dare, I wouldn’t dare. I was just thinking about how powerful Li Qianlong really is? Although the Li Chamber of Commerce is strong, it’s impossible for them to send troops against the Iron Cavalry Regiment for this matter, right? Besides, our Iron Cavalry Regiment is not to be trifled with; we may not be as rich as the Li Clan, but our soldiers are strong and our horses are sturdy.” Lei Qing said with a serious face: “Moreover, the Li Chamber of Commerce has already issued a statement that they cannot deal with me within three years.”

Leng Yuewu knew that bickering with him about his wild thoughts was just asking for trouble. Hearing him speak so arrogantly, she couldn’t help but snort: “The Iron Cavalry Regiment has indeed been quite impressive recently, but compared to the foundation of a major power like the Li Chamber of Commerce, it is still far behind. Besides, if Li Qianlong wants to deal with you, why would he need to make a big fuss and mobilize his main troops? If he invites a Holy Rank powerhouse, crushing you would be as easy as turning his hand.” Her voice revealed some anger amidst the coldness, as if she was blaming Lei Qing for not knowing the immensity of heaven and earth.

“Fairy, you are absolutely right; I did not consider this matter thoroughly.” Lei Qing didn’t dare to refute Leng Yuewu; a woman’s mind was the hardest to guess. And with the history between him and Leng Yuewu, if he really made her angry, who knew if she would settle the score in a fit of shy anger?

“Don’t think he can’t invite a Holy Rank powerhouse; money can make the devil turn the mill.” Leng Yuewu saw his expression and knew he was submitting verbally but not in his heart, and said coldly: “Holy Rank powerhouses are not gods; they have greed and desires too.”

Hearing this, Lei Qing thought to himself, he wondered if Fairy Leng also had desires? But if he dared to say this out loud, he definitely wouldn’t see the sun tomorrow.

“Besides, Li Qianlong has a very deep relationship with the Eternal Life Palace.” Leng Yuewu said in a huff: “If he really wants to deal with you, he can invite an expert from the Eternal Life Palace to kill you.”

Lei Qing also broke out in cold sweat; this Li Qianlong had such a deep connection with the Eternal Life Palace? wasn’t it said that those Fighting Qi Holy Lands didn’t like to meddle in outside affairs?

However, thinking about it, Leng Yuewu coming to his door meant the situation probably wasn’t that bad. He couldn’t help but probe: “From the tone of Fairy, it seems the situation isn’t that terrible? Or perhaps, you have settled it for me?”

“That’s right. After hearing about this, I personally went to visit President Li.” Leng Yuewu actually admitted it directly, and said indifferently: “I said you are the child of a good sister of mine, and hoped he wouldn’t hold a grudge over this. However, Li Qianlong also had a requirement; he wants to ensure his daughter’s safety no matter what. It’s a good thing I went a step early, otherwise experts from the Eternal Life Palace would have come to intervene. Our Moon Cold Palace is a Fighting Qi Holy Land of the Tianlan Empire, and we have never been on good terms with the Eternal Life Palace; the other party most likely wouldn’t have given me face. But Li Qianlong is a businessman after all, smooth in his dealings, and accepted my favor.”

Lei Qing’s expression turned solemn, and he cupped his hands to her seriously: “Thank you for your great kindness, Fairy; Lei Qing will never forget it.” But in his heart, he wondered, could his guess be true? Did Fairy Leng really develop feelings for him?

“Hmph, don’t go thinking random thoughts.” Leng Yuewu said with slight nervousness: “Consider this matter as me repaying a favor I owe you. If it weren’t for you back then… never mind, I’ll go take Li Qianlong’s daughter away.”

Just as Leng Yuewu was about to float away, Lei Qing suddenly spoke up: “Wait, Fairy Leng.”

“What else is there?” Leng Yuewu had her back to Lei Qing, and her shoulders seemed to be trembling slightly. Actually, she had seen the scene of Lei Qing drinking with someone earlier completely clearly.

At that time, he seemed to be heavy-hearted, full of melancholy, hugging a wine jar and drinking heavily. After drinking, he even shamelessly murmured her name.

But for some reason, she felt a faint sense of joy in her heart at that time. She was also a bit uneasy; what if he proposed to her? Should she refuse him, or…

“Fairy, I promised Li Qianlong that I would release the person in a month.” Lei Qing sighed: “Tomorrow will be exactly one month. If Fairy wants to take her away, can you wait until tomorrow?”

Leng Yuewu started to tremble, not from excitement, but from inexplicable anger. She coldly scolded: “Lei Qing, do you want to stop me from taking her away?”

“Fairy, you have misunderstood.” Lei Qing’s face also gradually became serious: “My agreement with the Li Clan is as such; I do not want to break the agreement first.”

“What if the people from the Eternal Life Palace came today?” Leng Yuewu snorted repeatedly: “Lei Qing, don’t be ungrateful.”

“Fairy’s good intentions are engraved in Lei Qing’s heart.” Lei Qing said solemnly: “However, Lei Qing wants to keep his promise and release Li Baobao tomorrow. If it wasn’t Fairy who came today, but someone from the Eternal Life Palace trying to forcefully take Li Baobao away, then I, Lei Qing, would have to consider it as the Li Chamber of Commerce breaking the agreement, and I would have no choice but to fight to the death.”

“If I insist on taking her away tonight?” Waves of chilliness emanated from Leng Yuewu: “Will you fight me to the death?”

“Sigh!” Lei Qing let out a deep sigh: “Please don’t force me, Fairy. I dare not, nor do I have the ability to stop you from taking her. If Fairy really wants to take her away today, then step over my dead body.”

“Fine, very well.” Leng Yuewu laughed in extreme anger, turned around and stabbed at Lei Qing with her sword: “I want to see whether my sword is sharper, or your bones are harder.”

But Lei Qing stood there stubbornly, staring fixedly into Leng Yuewu’s eyes. The sword glow stopped abruptly half an inch in front of Lei Qing’s chest. The bone-chilling Fighting Qi invaded his body, making him shiver.

“Hmph, you’re not afraid of death just to keep a promise?” Leng Yuewu’s voice softened a little.

Lei Qing slowly shook his head and sighed: “Sigh, actually, dying at the hands of Fairy Leng might be a kind of release for me.”

“You, what do you mean by that?” Leng Yuewu put away her sword and turned her head away. Her heart was trembling uncontrollably.

“I don’t want to say.”

“Will you say it or not? If you don’t, I’ll kill you.” Leng Yuewu gave a low scold, and there was actually a trace of trembling in her voice.

“Alright, alright, but after I say it, you can’t try to beat or kill me.” Lei Qing said awkwardly.

“Then you’d better not say it.” Leng Yuewu hesitated for a moment and gave a light sigh.

Uh, Lei Qing knew women were fickle. But to be this weird was quite rare. He had drunk a lot of wine tonight; although the cold wind made him feel better, the alcohol was still stimulating and numbing his mind.

Looking at her graceful fairy-like figure, Lei Qing, who hadn’t “committed a crime” for many months, felt his mouth go dry and evil thoughts suddenly arose. It is said that wine bolsters courage; those words were absolutely true.

Besides, Leng Yuewu herself was a stunning beauty. In the Pan-Continent, countless men were obsessed with her. Lei Qing, in the end, was just an ordinary mortal who ate, drank, and slept.

“Um, the northwest wind is cold, and the two of us are standing on the roof blowing the wind, seeing as your clothes are thin. Why don’t we go to my room, have a chat, and catch up.” Lei Qing summoned his courage, walked over step by step, his voice low and slightly hoarse.

“I, what do we have to talk about?” Leng Yuewu’s delicate body trembled, and without turning her head, she spoke in a panic.

With Lei Qing’s expertise in this area, he naturally understood what was happening, and his heart rejoiced. Emboldened by the alcohol, he moved closer. His hands gently clasped around Leng Yuewu’s slender willow-like waist, lightly sniffing the fragrance of her raven hair, like an orchid in a deep valley. Taking advantage of her stiff body before she could push him away, he whispered in her ear: “Yuewu, actually I really want to forget you, but the more I try to forget, the more I can’t. It’s like you took a knife and deeply carved your beautiful image into the depths of my heart. I’m sorry, I can’t do it; even if you kill me with your sword, I can’t forget you, or forget that unforgettable time.”

Leng Yuewu’s cold body could not stop trembling slightly.

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