Reborn as a Happy Wife in a Rural Family
Chapter 171: Accompanied by a Beauty

Chapter 171: Chapter 171: Accompanied by a Beauty

Xiao Yunjing suddenly raised his head and saw Da Bai in the snowy woods, and the figure on Da Bai’s back.

"Li’er?"

Xiao Yunjing was surprised. How did Li’er get here?

He shook off Xi Chenqing, ignored the pain in his leg, and flew towards Gu Qingli in a flash.

Xiao Yunjing landed gently on Da Bai’s back, behind Gu Qingli, and immediately pulled her into his embrace.

The moment Xiao Yunjing shook her arm off, Xi Chenqing felt a sharp pain in her heart. She watched in disbelief as Xiao Yunjing flew away, holding another woman in his arms.

Hearing his call, that woman must be his wife, right?

Xi Chenqing’s heart ached terribly. Now that Brother Yunjing has a wife, what am I supposed to do?

She regretted it terribly. Why did I bring him out in the first place?

Xi Chenqing tapped her foot lightly and also flew over, landing in front of Da Bai.

Wuqing and her three companions appeared in a flash, lining up to block Xi Chenqing.

"Brother Yunjing, look!" Seeing she was blocked, Xi Chenqing stamped her foot and pouted coquettishly, her lips jutting out prominently.

Xiao Yunjing was in no mood to bother with her. His head was buried in Gu Qingli’s neck, greedily inhaling her scent.

"Li’er, how did you get here?" Xiao Yunjing’s somewhat hoarse voice sounded in Gu Qingli’s ear. The warm breath on her skin helped her regain some composure.

She said coldly, "Did I come at a bad time and spoil your fun?"

She had been worried sick about him, and here he was, enjoying the company of a beauty!

Sensing the sharp edge in Gu Qingli’s tone, Xiao Yunjing was startled. He gently turned her around to face him.

Seeing the coldness in her eyes, Xiao Yunjing grew anxious. "Li’er, why would you say that? What fun of mine could you possibly spoil? I’ve been thinking of you every single day, desperate to return."

"Brother Yunjing, you two..." Hearing Xiao Yunjing’s words, Xi Chenqing also grew anxious and cried out.

Xiao Yunjing glanced over and saw Wuqing and her companions blocking Xi Chenqing.

He said to them, "Wuqing, Miss Xi Chenqing saved me. Let her come over."

Wuqing and her companions ignored him.

Xiao Yunjing frowned. He looked at Gu Qingli, who remained silent, her eyes growing colder.

Xiao Yunjing belatedly realized. "Li’er, have you misunderstood something?"

Gu Qingli met his gaze. "Misunderstand? ’Miss Chenqing’—calling her so familiarly, and letting her hold your arm."

"This? Uh, Li’er, let me explain." Xiao Yunjing looked as if a lightbulb had gone on over his head.

"Li’er, it’s truly not what you think. After my leg was injured, the initial poison was neutralized, but then I was afflicted by another. I lost consciousness, and it was Qing... ah, it was this Miss Xi Chenqing who saved me..."

Xiao Yunjing quickly and concisely explained what had happened.

Gu Qingli listened, her heart sinking. She knew full well the efficacy of her Detoxification Pill.

But it wasn’t just the matter of the antidote; she was furious that Xiao Yunjing had allowed another woman to get so close to him. She asked, "Is that all there is to it?"

Xiao Yunjing nodded repeatedly. "Yes, that’s all. What else could it be?"

But as he said this, he felt disingenuous.

He didn’t know that Xi Chenqing was secretly trying to manipulate him with a Mind-Control cursed insect.

However, it didn’t seem to be having the effect she intended.

Xi Chenqing was a little frustrated. Why didn’t I steal some of Master’s cursed insects? The ones I cultivated myself are far less effective than his.

She didn’t realize it wasn’t that her Mind-Control cursed insect was weak, but that Xiao Yunjing’s profound cultivation and resolute will made him difficult to control.

The Mind-Control cursed insect wasn’t like the Blood-Devouring cursed insect. The latter might seem weak, but it actually thrived on devouring the vital essence and blood of those with profound internal strength, allowing it to mature quickly.

Xi Chenqing usually tested her cursed insects on animals. Furthermore, the Poison Elder had always been secretive when teaching her about cursed insects, so she only had a superficial understanding of many things.

Gu Qingli wanted to resolve this quickly and leave without further entanglement. She said to Wuqing and her companions, "Let her come over."

Wuqing and her companions only obeyed Gu Qingli. They shot Xi Chenqing a disdainful glance before flashing back to Gu Qingli’s side.

Xi Chenqing walked to Da Bai’s side, shooting him a sidelong glance.

It was all because of its eerie howls that Brother Yunjing heard me. I’ll deal with this beast later!

"Brother Yunjing..." Xi Chenqing called out pitifully.

Xiao Yunjing wanted to say something, but Gu Qingli glared at him, so he shut his mouth.

Gu Qingli observed Xi Chenqing. This girl is no fragile flower. Those cunning, lively eyes dart about constantly; who knows what mischief she’s plotting?

She took a deep breath and said, "Miss Xi Chenqing, thank you for saving my husband. His leg is currently injured, and you also sneaked away from home. It would be best if you returned first, so your parents don’t worry.

When my husband’s leg has healed, we will formally express our gratitude. We all came here searching for him and aren’t carrying anything of value at the moment. What do you say?"

They had to leave this place as soon as possible. In the previous battle, many of their opponents had died. Now, the Clan Patriarch’s daughter had not only secretly freed Xiao Yunjing but also wanted to leave with him. If the Clan Patriarch found out, he would surely mobilize the entire clan to annihilate them. No matter how skilled they were in combat, they couldn’t withstand such overwhelming numbers. Besides, there was also that poison expert. If it came to a mutually destructive fight, the losses would far outweigh any gains for them. Their lives were too precious to be wasted on such insignificant people. And this girl... there was something very unsettling about her. Despite her appearance as a sweet young beauty, Gu Qingli sensed an indescribable, almost sinister aura from her.

Xi Chenqing listened, thinking, So, this is Brother Yunjing’s wife. But I’m not ready to give up! Ever since I was little, I’ve always gotten whatever I wanted.

Xi Chenqing lowered her head, biting her lip. She’s just a woman with no internal strength. Without those attendants around, dealing with such a weakling would be easy. I refuse to believe those attendants will be by her side every second.

A cruel smile touched Xi Chenqing’s lips. She looked up, her expression once again sweet and innocent. Ignoring Gu Qingli, she gazed at Xiao Yunjing and said softly, "Brother Yunjing, you promised to take me out of here with you. I don’t want any reward; I just want to go with you."

Xiao Yunjing looked at Xi Chenqing. Faced with her delicate and charming demeanor, he found himself unable to utter a refusal. His heart softened. He turned to Gu Qingli and said, "Li’er, what if... we bring her along?"

"If you want to bring her, you can do it yourself! We’re leaving!" Gu Qingli saw the indecision and pity in his eyes, and her anger flared. She forcefully pushed Xiao Yunjing off Da Bai’s back and gestured to Wuqing and her companions.

She had made herself perfectly clear, yet Xiao Yunjing still wanted to bring Xi Chenqing along! Did he truly not understand what that girl was scheming? Gu Qingli suddenly felt that Xiao Yunjing was acting like a completely different person. Before, his eyes were only for her; he never spared other women a second glance. But now... now he was actually pleading with me for that girl’s sake! If Xi Chenqing were to beg him to marry her later, would he agree to that too? If that was the case, then she had no use for this man anymore!

Gu Qingli spun Da Bai around and galloped away.