Chapter 106
Chapter 106: Death from Difficult Childbirth?
As Shi Zi Chu feigned ignorance, Xing Lan didn’t bother to expose her act.
“Madam Jiang is about to give birth, and it’s only right that you visit her,” Xing Lan said, lifting the teacup to his lips and sipping the perfectly warm tea.
Shi Zi Chu blinked and asked, “Master, how long have I been in the Ten Thousand Visions Realm?”
“Just under seven months,” Xing Lan replied.
That long?
Considering the time she spent returning from tribulation crossing and consolidating her realm, Aunt Lin must be nearing childbirth!
With a sudden movement, Shi Zi Chu leapt to her feet. “Master, I need you!”
She reached for Xing Lan’s sleeve.
Xing Lan’s arm remained motionless, and the tea in his cup rippled gently.
He set the teacup down and stood up. “Let’s go.”
…
Upper Waters City, Jiang Clan
With the token from Jiang Xian, no one dared to stop them as they made their way through the city.
Shi Zi Chu remembered the route to Lin Qing Yu’s residence, and by the time the steward rushed over, the pair had almost arrived.
Xing Lan followed behind, his steps calm and steady, a stark contrast to Shi Zi Chu’s hurried pace.
Seeing how eager she was, Xing Lan’s voice, though cold, carried a hint of exasperation. “Jiu Jiu, slow down.”
She wasn’t going to run away.
“I’m in a hurry!” Shi Zi Chu called out without turning back. “Master, you may not know Aunt Lin, but after I see her, I’ll explain everything.”
There was much to be said about Jiang Wan Sheng in the plot.
Jiang Wan Sheng had become the clan chief shortly after the events in the Ten Thousand Visions Realm.
But what about the former clan chief?
And why did Jiang Wan Sheng lose his sanity?
Given the current situation, it was easy to analyze.
Aunt Lin would die from difficult childbirth, Clan Chief Jiang would die with her, and in one night, Jiang Wan Sheng would lose both his parents and his sibling.
If System 003 knew this, it would surely curse under its breath.
Xing Lan’s gaze deepened with helplessness and indulgence.
…
Jiang Xian, sensing a strong aura, came over to investigate, only to find Shi Zi Chu rushing toward him. He was surprised but also somewhat pleased. “Zi Chu?”
Then he noticed the tall man trailing behind her, his presence commanding.
“Venerable Xing Lan?!”
Before Jiang Xian could greet him, Xing Lan waved his hand dismissively.
“Clan Chief Jiang,” Shi Zi Chu released Xing Lan’s sleeve and gave Jiang Xian a respectful bow. “How is Aunt Lin?”
“Madam is well,” Jiang Xian replied, his voice full of affection. “Please come inside. Madam will be so pleased to see you.”
Shi Zi Chu nodded and followed Jiang Xian.
Xing Lan glanced at the heartless girl who had already moved past him, his expression one of fleeting helplessness.
…
Inside the Courtyard
Lin Qing Yu, her large belly now prominent, was receiving guests.
Liu Cui Yu sat nearby, her face pale, her brows clouded with worry. Behind her stood Chu Zhi Rou in a white dress.
“Madam Liu,” Lin Qing Yu said, holding her waist with one hand. Her voice was elegant, though it barely concealed her impatience. “I’ve already told you, removing the curse isn’t something that can be done in a day. Chu, little friend, your cultivation is still unstable.”
Chu Zhi Rou couldn’t stand Lin Qing Yu’s poised demeanor, feeling as if it were a sharp thorn in her side.
“003, is this woman really going to die from difficult childbirth?” Chu Zhi Rou communicated with the heroine system through her spiritual sense.
[Do you see the maid sweeping over there? Three, two, one.]
System 003’s countdown ended, and a strange phenomenon unfolded.
The maid, who had been sweeping not far away, suddenly surged forward toward Lin Qing Yu.
Liu Cui Yu screamed in shock, throwing spiritual power haphazardly while trying to protect Chu Zhi Rou.
Lin Qing Yu raised a hand, and roots shot up from the ground like a wall, blocking the attack.
Jiang Xian, who had just entered the courtyard, froze, his smile instantly vanishing as murderous intent filled the air.
Faster than him, Xing Lan unleashed a suppressive aura.
The maid, who had been about to strike, crashed to the ground, leaving a deep dent in the floor.
Liu Cui Yu and Chu Zhi Rou were both affected by the aura and fell to their knees.
Shi Zi Chu hadn’t moved, but Jiang Xian was already by Lin Qing Yu’s side, supporting her. “Madam, are you alright? Is there any injury? Let me check.”
Lin Qing Yu, irritated by his sudden touch, slapped his hand away.
“Can’t you see the guests?” she muttered.
Shi Zi Chu rushed over, her face filled with concern. “Aunt Lin, are you alright?”
Lin Qing Yu pushed Jiang Xian aside and gently touched Shi Zi Chu’s face. “Qing Qing, don’t worry. Aunt Lin is fine.”
Then she turned to look at the man who had been standing a few steps away.
Noble and indifferent, though he had restrained his aura, he still exuded the presence of a sharp ice sword.
Lin Qing Yu couldn’t perform a full bow, so she gave a small nod of gratitude. “Thank you, Venerable Xing Lan, for your help.”
Xing Lan made a dismissive gesture, remaining silent.
…
Then, Lin Qing Yu calmly turned to Jiang Xian, her voice steady. “My waters have broken.”
?!
Jiang Xian stared at her, nearly leaping from shock.
Shi Zi Chu was also stunned.
When she finally regained her senses, she saw Jiang Xian scooping Lin Qing Yu into his arms, rushing toward the room while issuing orders. “Where’s the midwife?! The alchemist?!”
Xing Lan held Shi Zi Chu back as she tried to follow. “Madam Jiang isn’t injured, don’t worry.”
His cold voice held a calming magic that soothed her anxious heart.
Shi Zi Chu took a few deep breaths.
They had arrived just in time. Aunt Lin hadn’t been harmed, and everything should be fine.
[Dammit! Why is the evil woman here?!] System 003 cursed under its breath.
Chu Zhi Rou wondered why the heroine system was so furious.
[If they don’t die, Jiang Wan Sheng will never fall into darkness. How will you save him then?] System 003 angrily berated Shi Zi Chu, then continued, [But even if you’ve come in time, Lin Qing Yu is destined to die in childbirth, and Jiang Xian will die with her! You must seize this opportunity to redeem and guide Jiang Wan Sheng!]
Chu Zhi Rou nodded, a fleeting gleam of joy crossing her face.
She had always liked Jiang Wan Sheng’s face, and his eerie, sinister aura was irresistible.
…
Xing Lan released his suppressive aura, and Liu Cui Yu and Chu Zhi Rou slowly regained control over their movements.
“Master…”
Shi Zi Chu’s voice rang out, sweet and teasing, “Junior Sister Zhi Rou, have you forgotten? As an outer sect disciple, you may only respectfully address the master as ‘peak master.’”
Chu Zhi Rou bit her lip, her pale face marked by helplessness and vulnerability.
Xing Lan, ignoring her, walked to the side and took a seat.
Shi Zi Chu looked at Chu Zhi Rou’s innocent yet seductive appearance and smiled, her lips curling up.
As they had warned, don’t throw flirtatious glances at a blind man.
Jiang Wan Sheng arrived after hearing about his mother’s imminent childbirth, only to discover Shi Zi Chu and Xing Lan’s presence.
Seeing his anxious expression, Shi Zi Chu softly reassured him. “Aunt Lin should be fine.”
Jiang Wan Sheng exhaled, then walked over to the maid who had attacked earlier.
He stepped on her back and grabbed her hair, lifting her head to meet his gaze.
As the maid gritted her teeth, Jiang Wan Sheng’s face darkened with murderous intent. “Still not talking?”
“That vile woman deserves to die!” the maid spat out through clenched teeth.
Jiang Wan Sheng smirked. “Very well!”
Shi Zi Chu slowly moved to sit on a bench, propping her cheek in her hand as she leisurely watched the bloody scene unfolding before her.
Xing Lan’s eyes were on her, indifferent to everything else.
Under the brutal and bloody torture, the maid, unable to escape, finally screamed.
“It’s Zhang… Young Miss Zhang…” she gasped out.
Jiang Wan Sheng’s face twisted with bloodlust.
At that moment, Jiang Xian rushed out of the house, kneeling before Xing Lan with a heavy thud. “Venerable Xing Lan! I am willing to exchange countless heavenly treasures for a ninth rank soul transformation pill!”