Rebirth as the Richest Woman in the World
Chapter 126 Price (first update)

Chapter 126: 126 Price (first update)

"Child," the old Madam Mo glanced at Mo Zhixuan, "Why did you touch it for no reason? Tell me, is our family’s Blood Jade Bracelet now with you?"

Mo Zhixuan did not conceal the truth, "I used the Bone Eroding Water to destroy the Blood Jade Bracelet to let a new Blood Jade Bracelet emerge."

Hearing this, a hint of joy colored Zheng Chuyi’s face.

Her heart also skipped a beat.

"You, you, you!" Old Madam Mo’s face filled with even deeper fury, "For no reason, why would you destroy it?"

The so-called Blood Jade Bracelet was truly made of condensed blood, rich with Spiritual Energy, of first-class quality. However, before the Blood Jade Bracelet could be formed, the blood donor’s body had to undergo purification with the Bone Eroding Water. Only then could a Blood Jade Bracelet with even stronger Spiritual Energy be made. Once it encountered the destined person, it could exchange blood for blood, life for life!

But the formation of the Blood Jade Bracelet required not only the cost of fresh blood but also a ten-year sacrifice of one’s cultivation level. That’s why the Mo family regarded the Blood Jade Bracelet as a family heirloom.

Mo Zhixuan spoke coolly, "Because it was tainted with impure qi."

How could something tainted with such impurity be fitting for someone as lovely as her?

Upon hearing this, Zheng Chuyi’s joy deepened.

Just before, Old Madam Mo had mentioned giving the Blood Jade Bracelet to that common man, but Mo Zhixuan destroyed it because he loathed the impure qi it had absorbed.

Was Mo Zhixuan doing all this for her?

Because the Blood Jade Bracelet had already been worn by a common man, did Mo Zhixuan feel that such an item was no longer suitable for him? So was he reconstituting a new one for her?

Yes, it must be so.

She had said it, how could Mo Zhixuan possibly fancy such a mere commoner?

All that he had done was to capture her attention.

Is it not said in the mortal realm, to feign retreat as a strategy to capture the enemy?

Perhaps, Mo Zhixuan was practicing this strategy on her.

"Absurdity!" Old Madam Mo was both anxious and heartbroken, "Do you not realize it will not only cost you ten years of your cultivation, but also, the Bone Eroding Water could cause you irreparable harm! And you activated it before the Night of Extreme Yin... What if when the day comes..."

Mo Zhixuan responded indifferently, "Mother, you need not worry. A mere ten years, I do not even take it to heart."

Zheng Chuyi’s heart nearly leapt out of her chest.

She had not expected that Mo Zhixuan would go to such lengths for her, willingly sacrificing ten years of his cultivation.

It seemed making the decision to come to this mortal world was the right choice after all.

Otherwise, how could she witness the depth of Mo Zhixuan’s affections for her?

"Alas!" Old Madam Mo heaved a deep sigh, "Forget it, I can manage you no longer. Just be mindful and measure yourself."

"Um," Zheng Chuyi managed to still the fluttering in her heart, lifting her eyes to Mo Zhixuan, "Zhixuan, you really didn’t need to go to such lengths for me..."

Zheng Chuyi’s words had not yet finished when Mo Zhixuan hurriedly interrupted, "Mother, I have matters to attend to. I must leave now."

Throughout the exchange, he ignored Zheng Chuyi completely, not sparing her even a glance.

"Zhi..." Watching the retreating figure, Zheng Chuyi could only swallow the rest of her words.

He clearly still cherished her, so why wouldn’t he outright look at her even once?

Was he still angry with her?

Regardless, he had sacrificed ten years of his cultivation for her. Given that, she decided not to hold this small matter against him.

After all, love always requires one person to take the initiative.

Zheng Chuyi’s cunning schemes didn’t escape Old Madam Mo’s clear sight. She coldly withdrew her arm and spoke in a detached tone, "If you still want to stay with the Mo family, then behave yourself. Do not daydream about impossible things; some things are forever out of your reach."

With that, she turned and left with large strides.

Zheng Chuyi watched Old Madam Mo’s departing figure, her exquisite features twisted with coldness in her eyes.

Despite treating Old Madam Mo as if she were her own mother, she had not anticipated such repayment.

Just then, a servant came looking for Zheng Chuyi, "Miss Zheng, there is a Mr. Jiang outside wishing to see you."

Hearing the footsteps behind her, Zheng Chuyi immediately returned to her usual dignified and gentle demeanor, turning around, she said softly, "Very well, I am aware. Thank you for your efforts."

Jiang Mubai had come?

What was he here for?

With an expression of puzzlement, Zheng Chuyi walked toward the front hall.

It was apparent that Jiang Mubai had been there for a while, standing with his hands behind his back in the guest pavilion, his silhouette tinged with solitude.

"Mubai," Zheng Chuyi called softly.

At the sound of the familiar voice, Jiang Mubai turned abruptly, astonishment sparkling in his eyes, "Chuyi, you’re here."

Even though he had known Zheng Chuyi for many years, every sight of her still took his breath away.

Zheng Chuyi nodded slightly, "Mubai, how did you know I was here?"

Jiang Mubai smiled, his gaze filled with deep affection and focus, "Chuyi, no one understands you more than I do in this world."

Zheng Chuyi was well aware of the implication behind Jiang Mubai’s words but merely smiled without responding.

Jiang Mubai continued, "Chuyi, have they been treating you well? Have they made you feel wronged? And Jiuge, why didn’t he come out with you?"