The Melon-eating Swordsman In The Ancient Dragon World Chapter 224: Yua Yue Seeks the Upper Hand - Novel Cool

Chapter 224: Yua Yue Seeks the Upper Hand

Chapter 224: Yua Yue Seeks the Upper Hand

"It's been over two months now. Lianxing's leg has healed nicely; she can now walk a bit and even practice martial arts. There's no need for me to constantly stay by her side."

Despite the late autumn season, the weather in Jingzhou remained mild, and Yua Yue strolled alongside Jiang Feng in the garden of the Jiang family estate. Though the flowers had faded, the surroundings still brimmed with lush greenery.

Yua Yue walked beside Jiang Feng, offering a gentle explanation, "She's very grateful to you, so I'm here on her behalf to express her thanks."

What could Jiang Feng say in response but "You're welcome"?

Jiang Feng nodded, indicating that he agreed with her words.

The two walked side by side in the garden, a gentle autumn breeze blowing, reminiscent of their days at Yihuagong. Yua Yue's lips curved upward, a captivating smile gracing her face, her mood light and pleasant.

She had always believed that she and Jiang Feng shared a deeper connection, and that Lianxing's feelings were merely rooted in gratitude for his lifesaving actions and treatment of her injury. It was appreciation, not love.

However, with Lianxing's leg on the mend and their relationship slightly improved, Yua Yue didn't want to engage in arguments anymore.

Given the circumstances, now that Lianxing's injury had recovered to some extent and there was no longer a threat of Wei Wuya causing trouble at Yihuagong, Yua Yue decided to take the initiative and seek out Jiang Feng first. Especially since Lianxing's condition currently prevented her from traveling long distances, this was the perfect opportunity.

Lianxing was smart and sensible, and Yua Yue believed that if she and Jiang Feng could define their relationship in the next month or two, Lianxing would gracefully accept it and step aside, thus preserving their sisterly bond.

Yua Yue felt she had considered Lianxing's feelings a great deal and proudly deemed herself a good sister.

Was Jiang Feng unaware of Yua Yue's intentions?

Of course not!

But could he outright reject her?

Not a chance. If Yua Yue hadn't explicitly confessed her feelings, how could he presume to know her heart? To do so would be presumptuous, and he dared not imagine how Yua Yue might react out of embarrassment or anger.

"I've made a mistake," Jiang Feng lamented to himself. "Why didn't I bring Big Brother and Lu Zhongyuan along with me?"

However, upon further reflection, he realized that Yua Yue wasn't planning to harm him. Even if he had brought the other two along, it probably wouldn't have made much of a difference. Besides, he had recently witnessed Yan Nantian's entertainment in the north, and who knew, Zhang Sanniang might already be pregnant...

Damn!

"Are you staying here for the next few days?" Jiang Feng asked. "I can show you around Jingzhou."

"Sure!" Yua Yue agreed with a smile. "We rarely leave the valley, and even when we do, we only visit a couple of places. We don't usually wander around."

Huayuenu, who was following behind the pair, lowered her head, hoping that Jiang Feng wouldn't let slip anything he shouldn't.

"Indeed, although there are legends about you in the martial arts world, not many people have actually met you."

Jiang Feng acted as if he had never heard Huayunue speak before. "You should venture out more. As the saying goes, 'the superior man hides in the common people, and the sage hides in the market.' Humans are inherently social creatures."

"What do you mean by 'social creatures'?" Yua Yue asked curiously.

"Well..." Jiang Feng blinked, "It means that people should interact and engage with others within their community, society, and environment in order to grow and progress. As Confucius said, 'When three people walk together, one of them is sure to be my teacher.'"

"I see," Yua Yue nodded, turning to look at Jiang Feng, her eyes falling on his distinct side profile. "No wonder I felt some difficulty in progressing beyond the eighth layer of the Mingyu Gong. Perhaps it's because I haven't immersed myself in the mortal world?"

Jiang Feng spread his hands helplessly, "I think you're asking the wrong person here."

Yua Yue couldn't help but laugh, "Actually, you have excellent martial arts talent. If you had practiced ordinary martial arts, you would have become a top-notch master in the martial arts world by now. Your composure is admirable, and you faced Wei Wuya without fear. You're also well-read, and many principles you've learned are applicable to martial arts."

The locals described him with phrases like "a generous and upright gentleman," "kind and benevolent," "honest and trustworthy," "upright and virtuous," and "as pure and gentle as jade." With his extraordinary good looks, he was likened to an otherworldly immortal who had descended upon the city. The entire Jingzhou regarded Jiang Feng with admiration, praising him as the epitome of a gentleman, a reputation that preceded him.

Yua Yue nodded, "You've achieved what you set out to do."

Of course, she was referring to Jiang Feng's previous statement about how he wanted people to "fear him when he does serious things, respect him in daily interactions, and befriend him during leisure."

However, Jiang Feng shook his head, "They're exaggerating. Empty praise is burdensome. I merely act according to my heart. For instance, I didn't exactly act honorably when dealing with Jiang Qin."

Jiang Feng felt helpless. The original body he occupied had an overly glorified persona, and with a magnanimous and righteous older brother, he felt shackled by his reputation. Even when he wanted to speak casually, he had to be mindful of the impact of his words. Life was indeed difficult.

Yua Yue chuckled, "This way, you won't be too uptight and stressed, right?"

Jiang Feng's eyebrows twitched.

"Lianxing told me," Yua Yue's voice was ethereal and distant as she spoke casually.

Jiang Feng nodded, looking as if he had just realized something, "Oh, I see. That's good. I almost thought you were eavesdropping."

Yua Yue's steps paused for a moment before she continued walking nonchalantly, "How is that possible?"

Huayuenu, who was following behind, couldn't help but shudder. She clenched her teeth to suppress the urge to scream or laugh, biting her lower lip lightly. She lightened her steps and tried to minimize her presence.

...

After strolling in the garden, the pair had just exited when they saw Jiang Ping approaching the garden entrance. "Young Master, Mr. and Mrs. Murong Yong have come to visit."

"Murong Yong?" Yua Yue asked, "The head of the Murong family in Jiangnan?"

"Yes," Jiang Feng replied. "I met him in Jiangnan a while back. I wonder what brings him to Jingzhou. Shall we go and meet them?"

Yua Yue nodded in agreement.

Thus, the two of them went to the front hall and greeted Murong Yong and his wife.

Murong Yong was a refined-looking man in his thirties, sporting a small goatee. His wife exuded a charming aura with a hint of valiance. The couple's elegant appearance befitted the parents of the nine Murong sisters.

"Brother Murong, Mrs. Murong!"

Jiang Feng bowed politely in greeting. At the same time, he recalled Huayuenu's words and couldn't help but glance at Mrs. Murong's hands.

Indeed, compared to Murong Yong's slender fingers, more suited for holding a sword, Mrs. Murong's palms appeared slightly rough, indicating that she had indeed practiced the Gu family's divine fist style in the past.

"Brother Jiang!"

The Murong couple rose to return the greeting, then looked at Yua Yue, who was accompanying Jiang Feng, with surprise. They didn't recall Jiang Feng being married or engaged.

However, the young lady was indeed beautiful, resembling a celestial maiden from the heavens. Her demeanor was noble and graceful, and she seemed well-matched with Jiang Feng.

"May I ask who this is?" Murong Yong raised an eyebrow at Jiang Feng.

Before Jiang Feng could introduce her, Yua Yue nodded and said calmly, "Yihua Palace, Yua Yue."

"Ah—"

(End of Chapter)

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