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Chapter 199: Inviting Moon, Pitying Star, and Jiang Feng, Trying to Smooth Things Over
Chapter 199: Inviting Moon, Pitying Star, and Jiang Feng, Trying to Smooth Things Over
It was indeed Huayue Nu!
Although she wasn't as beautiful as Inviting Moon and Pitying Star, and she carried the unique air of aloofness and cold pride common to the women of Moving Flower Palace, her eyes held a hint of gentle warmth, and her expression was soft and graceful.
She was a woman who had touched Jiang Feng's heart. Despite her limited presence in the original story, her wit, tenderness, and ultimate self-sacrifice were deeply moving.
However, this time, Jiang Feng was determined not to let her into his heart again.
Huayue Nu looked at Jiang Feng with a curious gaze, wondering how he had ended up being brought back by the two palace masters.
But it wasn't her place to ask. Instead, she helped Jiang Feng to his feet and offered to help him change his clothes.
"I can do it myself," Jiang Feng said hastily.
Huayue Nu didn't force the issue but still lent a hand. "Let me help you. Unfortunately, we don't have any men's clothing at Moving Flower Palace, but you can wear this undergarment for now. Some sisters have already started sewing an outer garment for you, and it should be ready by tomorrow."
As Jiang Feng changed into the patient's garment, Inviting Moon entered the room carrying a wooden tray. On it was a burning incense burner, a ceramic bottle, and a bowl of water.
"You may leave now," Inviting Moon said calmly to Huayue Nu.
The fact that Inviting Moon had personally brought the tray surprised Huayue Nu greatly. It seemed like she had guessed something, but she dared not look further. Instead, she bowed slightly and left the room.
Inviting Moon placed the tray on the table, set aside the incense burner, and then opened the ceramic bottle. She took out a pill and held it along with the water, approaching Jiang Feng.
"This is Moving Flower Palace's secret treasure—the Fairy Incense and the Plain Girl Pill. It can cure all poisons in the world." Inviting Moon spoke softly.
"Thank you," Jiang Feng nodded in gratitude, but his heart sank. It seemed that Inviting Moon had taken a liking to him again.
What should I do? Urgent!
"You don't have to thank me. You saved my sister and helped us vent our anger. How could I stand by and do nothing?" Inviting Moon said.
"Vent your anger?"
"Wei Wuya humiliated us, and you killed Si Chenke and Black-Faced Lord. You also scolded Wei Wuya thoroughly. Of course, you were helping us vent our anger," Inviting Moon said, a slight curve appearing at the corner of her mouth as she spoke.
Jiang Feng couldn't help but stretch his lips in a slight smile as well, feeling a bit embarrassed. "So, you all heard that..."
This time, Inviting Moon couldn't hold back her laughter. "Who would have thought that someone who looks so gentle and scholarly would have such a vicious tongue when scolding others?"
"No, no, no. That wasn't scolding. A gentleman's words cannot be considered scolding. My words were a sincere admonishment, without a single vulgar word. My heart was as pure as the sun and the moon," Jiang Feng said righteously.
"Tsk—"
A soft laugh sounded from outside the room, and then Pitying Star entered, surprisingly also carrying an incense burner and a ceramic bottle. She spotted the Fairy Incense on the table and the pill and bowl in Inviting Moon's hands.
Pitying Star's smile froze, and Inviting Moon's expression turned serious as well.
"So, my sister has already brought them," Pitying Star said.
"Yes, you can take yours back," Inviting Moon replied.
"It's fine. The poison in the young master's body is not shallow. One pill may not be enough to eradicate it. Let's leave it here. It will be more convenient for him to take the medicine and burn the incense tomorrow," Pitying Star said.
Hearing Pitying Star's words, a hint of surprise flashed in Inviting Moon's eyes as she looked at her.
Pitying Star maintained her smile as she stepped into the room and placed the incense burner and ceramic bottle on a side table. Then she turned to Jiang Feng, "If there is anything that is not to your liking, please let us know, young master."
While the depths of these mountains might deter ordinary folk, they were no obstacle to martial arts masters. Whether it was Inviting Moon and Pitying Star themselves or any other disciple of the Moving Flower Palace, sending a group to purchase supplies was a simple matter.
Seeing that Pitying Star's entrance had interrupted their pleasant conversation, Inviting Moon's expression cooled involuntarily.
Then she felt Jiang Feng's gaze turn to her. "Do Palace Master Inviting Moon and Palace Master Pitying Star often venture out? I've heard whispers of your legends, but only in fleeting glimpses and fragments."
Inviting Moon's face immediately softened, and she replied in a gentle tone, "We rarely leave, and even when we do, we seldom take action."
Nevertheless, the beauty and martial prowess of the two palace masters of the Moving Flower Palace, Inviting Moon and Pitying Star, were renowned throughout the martial arts world. Their fame was almost on par with that of the number one swordsman under heaven, Yan Nantian, who frequently displayed his skills, and the Valley of Evil, which united countless evil cultivators.
"So, I've been incredibly lucky not only to witness your prowess in action but also to have the opportunity to stay in the Moving Flower Palace. It's truly an honor." Jiang Feng smiled.
Pitying Star couldn't help but laugh as well. "You didn't have to get injured to be considered lucky."
Jiang Feng said, "The thing is, if it weren't for the two Palace Masters showing up, I would have had to face Wei Wuya. Then, it wouldn't just be a matter of getting injured."
Inviting Moon interjected, "You seemed pretty confident back then."
Jiang Feng spread his hands helplessly. "You can't lose face even if you're going to lose a fight. Whether or not I could beat him is one thing, but before the fight even starts, I can't let my spirit falter."
Seeing the two sisters nodding, Jiang Feng continued, "Moreover, the Yangtze River is not far to the south. I really don't believe Wei Wuya's water skills are better than mine. If it had come to that, I would have swum to the middle of the river and continued scolding... I mean, persuading him. Then we'd see what he could do about it!"
Inviting Moon, "...”
Pitying Star, "...”
Of course, Jiang Feng wasn't trying to deliberately make himself look bad. He just wasn't sure about Inviting Moon's feelings, but since she seemed to be developing an interest in him and had overheard his scolding of Wei Wuya, he decided to emphasize the "rogue" qualities similar to Xiao Yuer.
If, like in the original story, she had fallen for his handsome looks and gentle temperament, then by acting this way, he could gradually lessen her affection for him, hopefully leading her to give up... or so he hoped.
Don't mention anything about being a soft rice-eater (a man who relies on women)
! Being a soft rice-eater assumes you know for sure that the woman won't kill you!
Even though he had only interacted with Inviting Moon briefly, Jiang Feng had already sensed her strong and domineering personality from the little details. Even her sister, Pitying Star, was afraid of her.
Speaking of Pitying Star...
In the original story, Pitying Star had never revealed her love for Jiang Feng. It was only when his previous body was mortally wounded and dying that she had confessed her feelings to Flower Moon Servant, and Inviting Moon had overheard it.
But now, it seemed like Pitying Star was openly defying Inviting Moon's wishes. This development seemed to deviate from the original story as well!
Jiang Feng couldn't understand it, but the atmosphere was terrifying. He felt that Inviting Moon and Pitying Star might start fighting at any moment, and he would undoubtedly be caught in the crossfire. This was one of the reasons he had to try his best to keep the conversation going with Inviting Moon and smooth things over.
This is so difficult!
Is it really that hard to be a man desired by two women?
(End of Chapter)
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