Chapter 70

In this world, anyone could say such a thing, except Ye Qingran.

She cannot avoid him!

Fu Hanxiu curiously asked, "Did she really say that?"

Yes.

I originally had some fondness for her, but she actually spoke so shamelessly! When did I ever say such a thing!

The National Master apparently became angry after learning the truth.

The words just now were fabricated by them, aiming to lower the National Master's favor toward Ye Qingran. Given the National Master's pride, he would absolutely not go to Ye Qingran for verification.

So, they are not afraid of this matter being exposed.

Both Ye Huanhuan and the other showed smiles of success.

National Master, we have another secret about Ye Qingran; I don't know whether we should speak of it.

Just say it, it's fine!

Ye Huanhuan continued: "It's like this: my sister encountered a danger five years ago, was… had her purity taken. Afterwards, while pregnant and about to give birth, she was kidnapped, a narrow escape. Although her life was safe, during this process she married another man and had a child; that child is now in my Ye Residence's Ting Yu Xuan."

After speaking, Ye Huanhuan wiped her eyes with a silk handkerchief.

My sister, her fate is full of hardships, truly pitiful; if possible, I am willing to suffer those hardships in her place!

Truly, deep sisterly affection!

Upon these words, the National Master's expression gradually sank.

Mu Qingrou and Ye Huanhuan, however, grew ever more delighted in their hearts.

They knew their plan had succeeded.

The National Master truly cannot tolerate a speck of sand in his eye; upon learning that Ye Qingran is no longer immaculate, even involved with another man and even bringing along a burden, his mood must be terrible, right?

After all, ordinary men cannot accept this fact, let alone the esteemed National Master.

Fu San, see the guests out.

Fu San agreed, taking Ye Huanhuan and Mu Qingrou out.

Although the two were unwilling, thinking that their purpose for this trip had been achieved, they still felt somewhat elated.

Ye Qingran, this time, see who can still help you!

Ye Huanhuan laughed especially triumphantly.

Fu Hanxiu sat there with a blank expression.

He had learned some of Ye Qingran's past from Fu San, and even from eavesdropping on a wall corner last time, he knew Ye Qingran had once been pregnant.

However, he did not know that Ye Qingran also had a child!

Fu San, does she have a child?

Fu San furrowed his brows: "It seems there is one."

Upon receiving that answer, Fu Hanxiu's brows slightly furrowed.

For some reason, his mood was somewhat bad.

In late spring, Xiliang City, the summer atmosphere grows thick, full of vitality.

The weather is bright and clear, with gentle breezes.

Putting the two little ones in Qin Ge, letting the Mysterious Moon Silver Wolf guard them, Ye Qingran, accompanied by Han Xing Leng Yue, walks on Xuanwu Street after a slight disguise, heading toward the Medicine King Pavilion.

Miss, do you really intend to return the Ice Soul Jade Hairpin?

Leng Yue asked curiously.

Before Ye Qingran could answer, Han Xing gave her a stare.

As the saying goes, no reward without merit; Miss, you only took that Ice Soul Jade Hairpin as a temporary measure, so returning it now is appropriate.

Leng Yue shrugged her shoulders.

She wonders if, should Miss return the Ice Soul Jade Hairpin, the National Master would be unhappy?

Is she overthinking?

You brought the items, right?" Ye Qingran asked with a smile.

Leng Yue nodded.

It seems Miss is determined to return the Ice Soul Jade Hairpin.

Medicine King Pavilion

Ye Qingran had just reached the entrance when she saw Xiao Feng leading several people rushing out, perhaps he was preoccupied and didn't notice her.

However, she had disguised herself today, so even under normal circumstances Xiao Feng would not recognize her.

Ye Qingran watched the backs of Xiao Feng and his group as they left, raising her eyebrows.

Medicine King Pavilion, as a direct affiliate of Yaowang Valley, from the shopkeeper down to the assistants, all are members of Yaowang Valley.

Seeing Ye Qingran and her two companions enter, the assistants' eyes lit up, revealing excitement deep inside, though they concealed it well.

Soon, Ye Qingran was invited up to the fourth floor.

Medicine King Pavilion has four floors in total, only the fourth floor is not open to the outside.

On the fourth floor is a spacious and exquisite room; a young man in green robes bows his waist, bowing to Ye Qingran with an extremely respectful attitude.

Zhuang Xian greets Miss!

If an outsider were present now, they would surely drop their jaw in shock, not for any other reason, because this young man in green robes is none other than Zhuang Xian, the renowned shopkeeper of Xiliang City!

Even the city's dignitaries and nobles, upon seeing him, would respectfully call out 'Shopkeeper Zhuang', yet he is so respectful toward Ye Qingran!

Ye Qingran gave a faint, indifferent 'hmm'.

Just now, at the entrance I saw Xiao Feng; what was he doing?

Miss, it's like this: the head of the Xiao Family, Xiao Yan, a few days ago went hunting in Jiu Fu Lin, was wounded by a Spirit Beast, poisoned severely; many physicians were helpless, so Xiao Yan sent Xiao Chan to the Medicine King Pavilion to seek medicine.

Ye Qingran understood and smiled.

"Isn't the Xiao family relying on their wealth, acting as if they're invincible and looking down on everyone? And when they need help?"

Zhuang Xian blinked; how could he not hear the meaning in Ye Qingran's words?

It seems someone in the Xiao family is short‑sighted and has offended their miss!

"Miss, do you have any thoughts?"

Ye Qingran stood by the window, gazing at the bustling traffic below.

Xiao Feng had often relied on the Xiao family's status as the richest, repeatedly speaking rudely to her, even insulting her. This time, she should return the favor!

After a while, she said, "Spread the word that the Medicine King Pavilion will hold an auction three days from now, and that it will include a Five-grade Purification Pill!"

The Purification Pill is an elixir higher grade than the Detox Pill.

It not only cures a hundred poisons, but also grants immunity to detrimental environments.

Zhuang Xian's eyes lit up.

"Miss, do you plan to take this opportunity to cut the Xiao family down?"

"Isn't the Xiao family the Xiliang Tycoon? I'd like to see how much they'd pay to buy Xiao Yan's life!"

Zhuang Xian silently mourned the Xiao family for a second in his heart.

Offending anyone is bad enough, yet offending this ancestor?!

"What's the situation with the Zhao family?"

"The Zhao family came to the Medicine King Pavilion, seeking medicine for Zhao Hao several times, but I sent them away claiming we lacked the Huanfeng Herb. Now the Zhao family is still desperately searching for Huanfeng Herb."

Zhuang Xian found it amusing in his heart.

Although Huanfeng Herb is rare, the Yaowang Valley has stock; the reason it hasn't been released is that the Zhao family offended their miss! Moreover, a scum like Zhao Hao— not saving him is a good deed!

"It seems the Zhao family is very concerned about Zhao Hao's lifeline," Ye Qingran said with a half‑smile.

Zhuang Xian's mouth twitched.

Zhao Hao is the only son of Zhao Tian of the Guanglu Fu; if his lifeline is destroyed, the Zhao family of Guanglu Fu would be extinct!

Ye Qingran suddenly gave a strange smile: "Since Zhao Hao's lifeline is so important to the Zhao family, how can we stand by and do nothing, don't you think?"

Zhuang Xian: "…"

I would never believe you!

"For this auction, also put the Huanfeng Herb up for sale."

Huanfeng Herb itself isn't valuable, but it is extremely rare.

The Zhao family will spare no effort to obtain Zhao Hao's lifeline.

Zhuang Xian silently mourned the Xiao and Zhao families for a second in his heart.

Ye Qingran thought of something else and said, "Add a Five-grade Snow Skin Pill as well."

Snow Skin Pill?

Zhuang Xian was startled, then recalled that day in front of Wuji Hall, Mu Qingrou seemed to have been disfigured.

It seems this Snow Skin Pill was clearly prepared for Mu Qingrou!

The Xiao family, the Zhao family, and now the Mu family.

Still that saying, these idiots—who's it good to offend?

Offending such an ancestor!

"Miss, if this Snow Skin Pill is auctioned to Mu Qingrou, wouldn't that be a cheap deal for her?" Han Xing said reluctantly.

Mu Qingrou, who commits many evils, if it weren't for the miss's kindness, she would have already taken her dog's life with a single slash!

Ye Qingran curled the corner of her mouth, looked at Han Xing, and smiled brightly: "Who says that if I put it up for auction, it must be hers?"

Han Xing was startled, then heard Ye Qingran say lightly, "Our family's Xiao Naihu has been shedding a bit lately; it needs some supplement…"