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Just now, Jiang Sisi forcibly injected her memories into my mind, making me understand everything she had suffered.
Poor woman, enduring such cruel harm—what did she do to deserve this?
Was it simply because her family was not better than Lin Qing Neng's wife, or because she was beautiful? Did that justify all that she had to endure?
My heart was filled with rage, but another part of me urged me to stop and not act impulsively.
Jiang Sisi looked at me and said, "I want you to help me break the seal."
From the memories she showed me, I learned that her Ashes Altar had been subjected to a Ritual by a powerful figure. Although the talisman had been lifted just now, the seal had not yet been broken.
Without breaking the seal, she was like a tiger with its teeth pulled—completely incapable of threatening anyone.
I glanced at Shangguan Mingyue, passing this difficult task onto her. Since I had seen Jiang Sisi's memories, I couldn't refuse her request.
If I were to break her seal, she would undoubtedly seek revenge on Lin Qing Neng's family; I couldn't allow that.
Shangguan Mingyue quickly understood my meaning but did not directly refuse Jiang Sisi. Instead, she tactfully said, "We need to think about it. Can you give us some time?"
Jiang Sisi nodded in agreement, and Shangguan Mingyue hurriedly pulled me away.
Before we left, I asked Jiang Sisi a question: Was it her who brought me back after knocking me out in the bathroom?
Jiang Sisi said no; she originally intended to take me with her but couldn't possess my body.
According to her, a very powerful man appeared and took me away.
The first name that came to my mind was Mu Xuanche; I couldn't think of anyone else. Unknowingly, I found myself starting to think about that man.
I reached up to touch the Bone Whistle hanging around my neck. Shangguan Mingyue saw it and tried to snatch it away but was bounced back far.
After a roll, she got up from the ground and rushed toward me. She wanted to touch my Bone Whistle but was too scared to get close. Instead, she tightly clung to my arm with a flattering expression and said, "Yan Xi, what is that around your neck? Can you show it to me?"
“Mu Xuanche gave me this thing, and I’m giving it to you. Aren’t you afraid of being thrown away?” I half-threatened.
Sure enough, Shangguan Mingyue immediately took a step back. “What you have is your Underworld Husband. He treats you quite well, giving you such a treasure. Spirits and humans shouldn’t mix; that’s impressive.”
I carefully tucked the Bone Whistle away. Although Mu Xuanche was also a spirit, he had never harmed me.
“Alright, enough about me. Mingyue, focus on Jiang Sisi’s situation.”
She shot me an annoyed glance and replied, “This seal absolutely cannot be broken. If it is, her entire family will have no way out. But if we don’t break it, I’m afraid she might force her way through, leading to a disastrous outcome.”
Shangguan Mingyue was worried about what I feared; I sympathized with Jiang Sisi and didn’t want her to get hurt.
“Mingyue, please think of a way,” I pleaded.
“You’d be better off asking your Underworld Husband. Alright, I’m done talking to you. I need to go take a job and make some money.” With that, Shangguan Mingyue left the dormitory, leaving me alone with the treasure.
I toyed with the Bone Whistle in my hand while the treasure kept its distance, not daring to look at the Bone Whistle even once.
Recalling Shangguan Mingyue’s words, I blew into the Bone Whistle.
After waiting for a long time without seeing him arrive, it seemed that the Bone Whistle wasn’t foolproof; he only appeared in emergencies.
Putting away the Bone Whistle, I prepared to comfort the treasure that had been scared stiff by me. Just as I reached out my hand, the treasure let out a terrified scream and hid under the cabinet.
The sharp sound startled me so much that I jumped up.
I asked the treasure what was wrong, but it didn’t even dare to lift its head, just pointing behind me.
Feeling a chill approaching from behind, I silently cursed my luck and slowly turned around to check.
There stood Mu Xuanche, his face pale and looking somewhat weak as he leaned against the wall. The cold aura surrounding him made it hard to look directly at him.
My heart twisted painfully, and I hurried over to support Mu Xuanche, concerned as I asked, “Are you alright?”
He gave me a reassuring look, signaling me to help him to the bed.
"Who is this ghost?" Mu Xuanche asked, pointing at Bao.
"My adopted son."
Bao, who had been hiding under the cabinet, slipped back into the gourd after catching a glance from Mu Xuanche.
I noticed that Mu Xuanche seemed different from usual. After hesitating for a moment, I finally asked, "What happened to you?"
His dark eyes gazed deeply into mine, and his pale lips curved into a charming smile as he lightly chuckled, "Wife, are you concerned about your Husband?"
A wave of panic surged through me, and my heart began to race. I buried my head, unable to look at him.
A chill approached as my body was enveloped in his embrace. Even though we were still in a Ghost Marriage, I dared not move in his arms.
Thoughts raced in my mind about why he was injured. He was so powerful; how could anyone hurt him? Any lingering resentment I had for him not coming sooner faded away in that moment.
"Why were you hurt?"
I asked again. If he didn’t answer this time, I wouldn’t press further.
A hint of tenderness crossed his cold face as his dark eyes locked onto mine. He parted his lips slightly and said, "I fell into the trap of an evil person and lost some spiritual energy. Wife, there's no need to worry."
Some things didn’t need to be delved into deeply. I was already content with what he had shared. I leaned silently against him, my hand gently resting on his waist.
"Wife, do you miss your Husband?" His deep voice echoed in my ear, stirring something within me.
I blushed and nervously replied, "You're injured."
"Wife, you are the best medicine."
As his magnetic words fell, he pulled me down onto the bed. I wanted to resist but ultimately succumbed to his tenderness, lost in his kiss.
Cold lips wandered over my body, leaving heavy marks.
I kept my eyes closed, afraid to face it all. He slowly unbuckled his belt and leaned closer.
A slight swell beneath me made my cheeks flush, and I remained silent, waiting for his next move.
Suddenly, he smiled gently, his gaze softening in an instant. His long fingers lifted my chin, forcing me to meet his eyes, and then his lips lightly brushed against my forehead.
Just a kiss, and then he quickened his movements toward me. I could barely withstand the storm; everything went dark as I fainted.
...
As I opened my eyes in a haze, I felt a cool breeze beside me. Turning my head, I saw him there.
This was the first time he remained after our tumultuous encounter. A question arose in my heart. I quickly turned my hand to check; indeed, the red line that had been climbing steadily was now slowly retreating back to my ring finger.
"Wife, what are you thinking about?"
Hearing his voice, I looked up abruptly into his dark eyes and spread my hand before him, needing an answer.
I gazed at him with a half-smile, mischief dancing in my eyes as I teased, "Wife? Are you asking Husband to read your palm?"
He was actually joking with me. I shot him a glare and asked directly, "What is going on? You must know; tell me quickly."
He stared at me for a moment before answering, "The poison is something I gave you."
This guy actually poisoned me! Yet somehow, I felt no fear. Where did this confidence come from that he wouldn’t harm me?
I shook my head firmly. "I don't believe you; you wouldn't poison me."
"Heh, Wife, you’re really interesting."
He leaned closer, whispering in my ear, "Wife, Husband never lies to you. This is poison—a kind that can only be cured through love with Husband. It lasts for seven cycles."
Suddenly, my face turned as red as a cooked shrimp, and I finally understood the strange smile on Liu Qingfeng's face when he saw the marks on me. Mu Xuanche actually put this poison on me; the idea of needing to be affectionate once sounded so wicked.
"Do you need Husband to detoxify you again?" Mu Xuanche looked at me with eyes full of mischief, a broad smile on his face.
I quickly waved my hand to refuse; the soreness in my thighs made it nearly impossible for me to move.
As I tried to lift my leg, I gasped in surprise.
Suddenly, a pair of cold hands pressed against my thigh, and I turned to see the owner of those hands.
Mu Xuanche's face showed no hint of teasing. He gently pressed on the sore spots, and I wanted to pull away. However, his strength combined with the coldness only made me feel more tense, and I continued blushing as he worked.
Lying on the bed, the comfort of my body slowly lulled me into drowsiness.
Just before closing my eyes, Mu Xuanche leaned in close and whispered something in my ear.
In a daze, I couldn't quite make out what he said but vaguely saw him slip something under my pillow. Then he left me with a parting remark: "Wife, take care of yourself. I'll come find you once I've finished this matter."
I was far too tired and soon fell asleep.
When I woke up again, it was Shangguan Mingyue calling me. Judging by her triumphant expression, it seemed she had quite the harvest today.
"Yan Xi, I met a big spender today who asked me to help solve some ghostly disturbances at his home. He gave me a deposit of fifty thousand! We're going to see him in three days. How exciting is that?"
Watching Shangguan Mingyue animatedly talk about her good fortune made me happy for her.
Remembering Mu Xuanche's actions before he left, I hurriedly turned around and lifted my pillow. A file folder lay quietly underneath.
I wasn't as quick as Shangguan Mingyue; just as I reached for it, she snatched it away.
She pulled out the folder, revealing a stack of documents inside.
I watched her expression shift from confusion to joy, finally exclaiming excitedly, "Yan Xi, who gave you this? It's simply a treasure!"
I saw nothing and anxiously said, "Hurry up, what's inside?"
She replied excitedly, "This is evidence of Lin Qing Neng's corruption and abuse of power. There’s also evidence related to his wife's family. With this, we can negotiate with Jiang Sisi. We can help her move on to her next life, and then you won't have to feel conflicted."
"That's great!"
I was thrilled by the emergence of this evidence, while also amazed by Mu Xuanche's capabilities.
At the same time, I was filled with questions. What was he going to do? He had returned injured this time, which meant that this matter was particularly dangerous. Would he get hurt again?
My heart tightened as I worried about Mu Xuanche's safety.
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