Chapter 495: Mother-in-Law, Are You Taking a Bath Tonight?

Chapter 495: Mother-in-Law, Are You Taking a Bath Tonight?

"What are you talking about?" Zhi Shuang clenched her teeth, feeling like sending Qi Yuan straight to the Insane Institute.

"Son-in-law, please be mindful of your status!"

"My status? Am I not a concubine husband?" Qi Yuan pondered, "Can't a concubine husband ride you?"

"Hmph! Young Master is a heavenly deity descended to earth, it's your honor to be ridden by him!" Chen Kangbao said solemnly from the side.

"Hey, stop talking nonsense. She's not suitable, and I don't want to ride her."

The two seemed to be playing off each other, making Zhi Shuang extremely annoyed, her delicate eyebrows furrowing slightly.

...

Fengshan Prefecture was also known as Tucheng.

The Tu Family was the top clan in Fengshan Prefecture, with formidable strength.

The third young master of the Tu Family had even married the daughter of the Prince of Southern Stability.

At this moment, the third young master of the Tu Family was leaning against the railing, a white jade pendant hanging from his waist, and intricate cloud patterns adorned his garment.

"Wise Brother Wang, I heard that you visited Ninghe County a few days ago. Did anything interesting happen?" The third young master of the Tu Family asked casually, holding a wine cup.

"No, I just met a friend." Wang Kaixuan was a man with narrow eyes and a thin face.

The third young master of the Tu Family smiled, "It seems you still have the Shen Family's young miss on your mind..."

"Miss Shen is a heavenly beauty, who wouldn't think of her?"

Greed filled Wang Kaixuan's eyes.

"Brother, your methods are too crude. Miss Shen is a virtuous lady with a pure heart. When she returns from Ye Mountain Lake, she'll likely see through your scheme."

"By the time she returns, that concubine husband will be long dead!" Wang Kaixuan said joyfully.

The third young master of the Tu Family smiled, feeling Wang Kaixuan was even more brainless.

How could he win the heart of a beauty with such methods?

Moreover, the young miss of the Shen Family was so formidable that even the third young master of the Tu Family wouldn't dare provoke her, let alone the insignificant Wang Kaixuan.

If it weren't for... he wouldn't have met with Wang Kaixuan.

"I heard that something major happened in Ninghe County these past few days," the third young master of the Tu Family said, his eyes fixed on Wang Kaixuan.

"Oh? What happened?"

"A powerful demonic spirit appeared in Hongyun Village, capable of launching divine soul attacks. Only an Archmage Battle Master can deal with it."

"Hongyun Village is doomed," Wang Kaixuan said indifferently.

He didn't care about the fall of a village.

"No, at that time, an old man and a young man suddenly appeared in Hongyun Village and killed the demonic spirit," the third young master of the Tu Family continued.

"Oh..." Wang Kaixuan seemed unconcerned.

"You went to Ninghe County a few days ago, and I want to ask if you've seen these two experts," the third young master of the Tu Family said, his face filled with apprehension.

The news he received was shocking.

Eighty-seven Yellow Rank demonic spirits were slain one by one by a young man with a spear.

And this young man claimed to be a heavenly deity.

"Hongyun Village isn't an ordinary place. The news I received is that it's the nurturing ground for Thorn Blood. There... were eighty-seven Yellow Rank demonic spirits, and they were all easily slain by that young man!"

"What?" Wang Kaixuan was also shocked.

There was such a ruthless person? With this strength, he could likely make it onto Ningtuo's Heavenly Pride List.

The young miss of the Shen Family was ranked in the top ten of Ningtuo's Heavenly Pride List.

Anyone on this list had the potential to reach Earth Rank and become a true overlord.

Seeing the young miss of the Shen Family married a good-for-nothing like Qi Yuan, jealousy and dissatisfaction filled his heart.

"Do they have any distinguishing features?" Wang Kaixuan asked.

"The young man's weapon is very unique, a thick and long spear!" The third young master of the Tu Family said.

Usually, spears were long and thin, and few used thick spears.

Wang Kaixuan shook his head, "Ninghe County is just a remote and poor area. I've never seen the person you mentioned."

"He claims to be a heavenly deity, but what's his background?" The third young master of the Tu Family's gaze deepened.

His unique status had him hide his identity all these years, even becoming a member of Thorn Blood, to understand this colossal organization.

Unfortunately, he couldn't penetrate the core, unable to truly grasp this massive entity.

"Hmph, this person is too arrogant, daring to claim he's a heavenly deity." Wang Kaixuan's face showed disdain.

The third young master of the Tu Family wasn't surprised by Wang Kaixuan's reaction.

After all, in the Wang Family, Wang Kaixuan wasn't valued.

And at this moment, Wang Kaixuan's expression suddenly changed, "That concubine husband Qi Yuan... why isn't he dead?"

He leaned against the railing of a tall building, overlooking the streets of Fengshan Prefecture, especially the wide street outside the Shen Family's residence.

He instantly recognized a familiar figure.

It was Qi Yuan!

Wang Kaixuan's expression changed again and again, "Young Master Tu, can you accompany me to the Shen Family? I want to..."

"No, I have other matters to attend to." The third young master of the Tu Family slightly furrowed his eyebrows, looking at Wang Kaixuan like he was an idiot.

The Wang family has sheltered him too well, and he is unaware of his own worth.

Currently, Tu Sansheng is most concerned about the man who claims to be a Heavenly Deity in human form.

After slaying so many Demonic Spirits of Thorn Blood, if he were to get close to them, the magical tool he obtained from the Demonic Spirits would sense their bloody aura and reveal their identity.

As for the concubine's son, Qi Yuan, he wants to meet and ask about the mysterious Battle Master who is said to be a Heavenly Deity in human form, but not now.

After all, with such an incident occurring in Ninghe County, the Shen family would surely confine Qi Yuan.

...

"Once we confront Lao Zhong, the truth about Ninghe County will be revealed!" Zhirong looked at Qi Yuan, her face as cold as ice.

"Yeah, I also want to see who this Lao Deng is working for, framing me like this." Qi Yuan stretched his body lazily.

Chen Kangbao stared at the large mansion, his eyes gleaming, "Young Master, with you, I live like an emperor, eating ten steamed buns in one meal!"

"It's a pity that my wife is not in her eighties or nineties," Qi Yuan said casually.

If that were the case, he could live off her.

He might even say that after some time, he could attend a feast and inherit a lot of wealth.

A cold glint flashed in Zhirong's eyes, but she said nothing. She was already used to the peculiar remarks of the two in front of her.

"Ahhhh, how dare you bully my sister and give her the green-eyed monster! I'll teach you a lesson!"

The loud curses came from the courtyard, and a slender man appeared, his lips red and teeth white, resembling Pan An in appearance.

He embraced a huge piece of wood, his aura fierce as he came out to fight.

"Young Master, no, no!" A group of servants and maids followed behind, their faces anxious.

"Be careful, don't drop it on yourself!"

The handsome youth held the giant log, his face turning red, as he glared at Qi Yuan.

"Don't talk nonsense," Qi Yuan said calmly, looking at Shen Lingfeng.

This was the little brother-in-law of the concubine's son, Qi Yuan.

Qi Yuan had only met him once and was not familiar.

"You still say no? I heard you had improper intentions towards that widow!" Shen Lingfeng held the giant log, speaking angrily.

Zhirong couldn't help but touch her forehead.

Qi Yuan's actions in Ninghe County had damaged the Shen family's reputation, and only a small part of the Shen Mansion was aware of it.

As a result, Shen Lingfeng roared and revealed everything.

The servants and maids tried to stop Shen Lingfeng, but in their hearts, they were eager to witness the drama.

What, the son-in-law... had been unfaithful to the young lady?

How dare he?

She was the young lady, unparalleled in beauty!

"Young Master, watch your words!" Zhirong sighed.

The young lady was intelligent and wise, but why was her little brother-in-law so foolish?

After today, the Shen Mansion would likely know that the concubine's son had put a green-eyed monster on the young lady.

Wouldn't the Shen Mansion know once they find out about Fengshan Prefecture?

"Watch my words? I'll beat him to death!" Shen Lingfeng held the giant log, charging towards Qi Yuan.

Bang!

"Young Master, be careful!"

Alright, he didn't hit Qi Yuan, but he tripped and fell, dropping the log on himself.

The servants and maids rushed to help Shen Lingfeng, moving the log off him.

Shen Lingfeng got up, panting heavily, and glared at Qi Yuan angrily.

"I want..."

Just then, a cold voice interrupted.

The servants and maids quickly bowed their heads, showing respect, "Madam!"

The newcomer was none other than Madam Shen, Shen Lingfeng's mother.

She was in her thirties, and time seemed to have left no trace on her, her beauty radiant.

Her figure was voluptuous, possessing the unique charm of a mature woman.

Her black hair was pinned up with a golden hairpin, revealing her forehead, and her looks were striking.

She was already so alluring, one could only imagine her beauty in her youth.

Mother-in-law?

Qi Yuan recognized her, and he thought about whether he should draw her a bath tonight.

After all, this was something a concubine's son should do.

"Madam, I've brought back the young master. He says the incident in Ninghe County was a setup, and once we confront Lao Zhong, the truth will be revealed!" Zhirong bowed her head respectfully.

"Lao Zhong is dead," Madam Shen spoke.

"What, he's dead?" Zhirong's expression changed, implying there was no proof.

"This boy must have killed Lao Zhong to cover up his misdeeds!" Shen Lingfeng quickly added.

Speaking, he felt proud of his quick thinking.

Madam Shen looked at her foolish son with helplessness, "We found Lao Zhong's body half a month ago, and according to the autopsy, he's been dead for half a month."

"Half a month?"

Upon hearing this, Zhirong's expression changed abruptly.

Half a month ago, Lao Zhong and the young master hadn't gone to Ninghe County yet.

But half a month ago... Lao Zhong was already dead.

Who accompanied the young master to Ninghe County?

Zhirong's heart grew cold, and the ice queen became even icier.

She furrowed her brows, sensing a conspiracy.

It was as if an invisible hand was orchestrating everything.

Could this conspiracy be targeting Miss Li?

Did I misunderstand my son-in-law?

Zhirong couldn't help but feel guilty at the thought.

"Even if Lao Zhong is dead, he can't testify, but the matter of him cuckolding my sister can't be left unresolved!" Shen Lingfeng said cleverly.

Unfortunately, no one in the room paid him any mind.

"Qi Yuan, the incident in Ninghe County was likely a misunderstanding. During these days, try to stay away from the Shen Mansion as much as possible," Shen Fu said calmly, "I will help you find the real culprit behind this."

Zhirong wanted to speak but hesitated.

Shen Lingfeng looked bewildered, his mind unable to process such complex matters.

"Mother-in-law?" Qi Yuan called out softly.

Hmm? Shen Fu glanced at Qi Yuan, finding his choice of words a bit odd.

Who calls their mother-in-law like that?

"What is it?" she asked.

"Are you taking a bath tonight?" Qi Yuan boldly asked.

"..."

"I mean, bathing!" Qi Yuan explained, fearing she might not understand.

"..."

"As a concubine husband, I should do something for this family.

Drawing bathwater for my mother-in-law is my duty as a concubine husband!

Mother-in-law, when you take a bath, call me, and I'll draw the bathwater for you myself!"

Upon hearing this, all the servants and maids in the room stared at Qi Yuan in shock and horror.

Who talks like that...?

Drawing bathwater for his mother-in-law, what is he up to?

Could it be... an affair?

Shen Fu's eyes narrowed slightly, suppressing her anger. She abruptly brushed her sleeves and left.

Seeing this, Zhirong quickly followed.

"Madam, your son-in-law was sent to the Insane Institute in Ninghe County, and he might have lost his soul, hence his madness. Please forgive him!"

Thinking about how she had misunderstood her son-in-law and treated him like a villain who disgraced women, Zhirong felt guilty.

"Sigh." Shen Fu sighed, "It's a time of troubles."

"About this matter, my son-in-law said that Wang Kaixuan is involved," Zhirong said after some thought.

"He's... only slightly smarter than Lingfeng. He's probably being used as a pawn by certain people," Shen Fu said calmly, and a flash of killing intent suddenly appeared in her eyes, "Go to the Wang family and tell them that if they don't hand over Wang Kaixuan, I'll personally pay them a visit!"

The Wang family was a large clan, but compared to the Shen family, they were far behind.

Upon hearing this, Zhirong's heart suddenly clenched, knowing that Madam was furious.

"Marrying into the Shen family means becoming a member of the Shen family. If they dare to harm our own, they're seeking death!"

...

"Young Master, what do you think about making that woman just now your mount?" Chen Kangbao said as he ate a steamed bun, offering advice with the self-awareness of a strategist.

"She's my mother-in-law, a relative. If I ride her and someone finds out, they might accuse me of incest!" Qi Yuan still had a strong sense of morality.

Chen Kangbao paused upon hearing this, "Why do you want to make your wife a mount? She's also your relative. If someone finds out, won't they also accuse you of incest?"

Qi Yuan seemed to ponder this, finding some logic in it.

He turned his intelligent mind, and in an instant, he understood, "You're an idiot, and I won't even consider your suggestion!"

He was almost led astray by Chen Kangbao.

"Brother-in-law, I'm here to apologize. I misunderstood you. You didn't cuckold my sister!"

A voice echoed, and the slender figure of Shen Lingfeng approached, his face carrying a hint of embarrassment.

Perhaps when God closes a door, he opens a window.

Shen Lingfeng's doors were all closed, but his sister's windows were wide open.

Shen Lingfeng's older sister was clever and talented, completely different from Shen Lingfeng's blunt personality.

Of course, this personality wasn't entirely innate; it was also influenced by the magical tool that Shen Lingfeng controlled.

To a certain extent, the magical tool could also affect the temperament of the Armament Commander.

"It's fine. As long as the misunderstanding is cleared up," Qi Yuan said casually.

This young brother-in-law wasn't a bad person; he was just a bit simple-minded.

"Sigh, I always thought you were weak and incompetent, only good-looking. But today, when I came with a fierce aura, you showed no fear!" Shen Lingfeng said, his face filled with admiration, "I'm ashamed in comparison."

"My sister said that when three people walk together, one of them must be my teacher. Brother-in-law, from now on, I'll learn more from you!" Shen Lingfeng's words were sincere.

Due to his personality issues, Madam often told him to read and learn more.

"Learn what?" Qi Yuan asked casually.

As a concubine husband, should he tutor his young sister-in-law in her studies?

Without a young sister-in-law, he could only tutor his young brother-in-law.

Shen Lingfeng paused, then whispered, "Brother-in-law, you're so young and already have a wife. I haven't even... cough cough, I want to learn how to..."

"Pick up girls?" Qi Yuan looked at Shen Lingfeng, his expression calm, "I have a lot of experience in that!"

Mentioning this, Qi Yuan became spirited.

(End of Chapter)

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