Volume One, Chapter 73: Romance Awaits You

"Alright, I’ll do exactly as you say." Though she spoke with such assurance, Milk Without Sugar felt deeply uneasy. Now that she knew what was inside her, how could she possibly carry on as before? She couldn’t help but regret her earlier behavior—had she known this day would come, why had she been so forceful then?

Southeast Northwest: [There, you see? Good is rewarded with good, evil with evil. Those who speak rudely in the livestream should beware.]

Li Xun chuckled inwardly but dared not show it; after all, he still needed to make a living under the captain of the guards. In this way, should Yan Lin and Shen Jie learn the truth, perhaps they too could let go of all burdens, find someone worthy, and spend a lifetime in love together.

Her mother-in-law’s words had always been harsh. Usually, she could tolerate it, but now that her own family was present, her mother-in-law refused to give her even the slightest face.

He knelt on the ground, his cheeks swollen and red, his body covered in shoe prints—plainly abused.

In truth, Chu Jitang welcomed the families of beastmasters to settle in Ling City. With their loved ones close, beastmasters would serve with greater peace of mind and a sense of responsibility.

Stepping forward, Chen Xiao extended his right hand, gently tracing Ye Bing’s smooth and delicate cheek with tenderness.

Over the years, countless heirs to wealthy families had pursued her, but Chen Junlin was the first whose affections seemed utterly sincere.

If anyone tries to use you for attention, I will dedicate their very life to your memory. For I am selfish.

Lin You was rather taken aback, but she understood—after all, the Mu family was prominent; such displays were only natural.

Suddenly, sharp ends of rebar stabbed viciously into her palm, sending searing pain surging through her body. Dammit! What rotten luck—she’d dodged the bullets, only to be wounded by a broken rod of steel.

The sun slowly sank westward, and the miasma above the marsh began to spread once again, creeping in at a measured pace.

"Girl, the way you describe it is making my mouth water." Enough time had passed that Li Shuxian could take it in stride, even pulling a greedy face for show.

Altair immediately put on a display of annoyance, puffing out her cheeks and glaring before her expression shifted and she spoke again in a different tone.

Yet just as he was about to order a full retreat, the memory of their departure flashed through his mind, sending a chill down his spine. With no other choice, he gritted his teeth and charged forward.

She had always thought herself heartless, but hearing his words made her realize just how much it hurt.

Previously, the household servants had always handled this task, but Chen Huai, bored at home, decided to take it on himself.

Meanwhile, Lin Yi had long been suspicious, noting the wary look the Wu Xian cast at that Yayu.

If that were the case, she would refuse his kindness, letting him go about his own business, rather than endure further contempt for being useless or a hindrance.

She had lost all dignity; even if Jun Mochou fancied her, she could never hope to enter the Jun family’s gates in this life.

Thankfully, there were spare clothes here. Jiang Chu first sent the male guards away, then helped the others, along with the maids, change out of their soiled garments.

Yet now, as a student, her options were limited; time was short and she couldn’t keep taking leave.

After a while, the front door opened and An Yu appeared before Gu Yue and the others.

Lu Yanchuan casually ordered two dishes, both favorites of Qiao Yi. The others, catching on, quickly began choosing dishes suited to her taste.

The greasy man searched everywhere but, as Zhang San had said, found no trace of the body, which had already been reduced to minced flesh.

With a smile on her lips, Chu Qingyun admired the jade pendant—it was no counterfeit, but the real thing. An old Taoist, once saved by An Jiu, had encountered her again at the entrance to Zhuang Chengru’s medical hall. Seeing Chu Qingyun’s dire straits, he dared not disturb her, so he left a note and entrusted his personal talisman to Zhuang Chengru for delivery.