Reborn as a Happy Wife in a Rural Family
Chapter 211: Xi Chenqing One

Chapter 211: Chapter 211: Xi Chenqing One

At this very moment, the Secret Guards dispatched by Qingchen to investigate Gu Qingli witnessed this scene.

These two Secret Guards hadn’t taken a conventional route, so it wasn’t surprising for them to encounter someone in such a secluded place.

When they saw Xi Chenqing using a strange insect to draw out poison, they were startled and immediately resolved to kill her.

Neither of them was an ignorant countryman. A brief moment of thought was all it took for them to realize the peculiar insect was none other than the dreaded cursed insect, a creature whose mere mention made people pale.

Such a person was not to be trifled with, much less provoked. While Xi Chenqing was still defenseless, they decided it was best to eliminate her to prevent future troubles.

They feared that once she recovered her strength, she might kill them both to silence them, so they had to strike first.

Xi Chenqing was at a critical juncture in her detoxification. Panicked, she quickly cried out, "Brothers, please show mercy and spare my life!"

The two Secret Guards eyed her warily. "Give us one reason not to kill you."

"Brothers, if you spare me today, I will follow you both and be at your service in the future." Xi Chenqing, a martial artist and an intelligent woman, could naturally discern the formidable martial prowess of these two. Judging by their black, close-fitting attire, they resembled the guards who protected Xiao Yunjing.

These two are either Xiao Yunjing’s men or affiliated with someone else. I’ll figure out their identities before deciding anything further.

I’m completely unfamiliar with the outside world; following these two would be a good chance to learn.

"We don’t trust you," one of the Secret Guards said. "What if, once your poison is neutralized, you decide to use some curse on us? We’d end up dying at your hands."

They weren’t fools. During their training at the base, they had been drilled in all sorts of scenarios.

Anyone simple-minded wouldn’t have survived this long.

The other Secret Guard stared at the cursed insect beneath Xi Chenqing’s feet, his eyes glinting thoughtfully.

Isn’t the Young Master extensively recruiting people with unique talents? If we bring this person back to our master, she will surely be of great use.

Xi Chenqing bit her lip. If I possessed even a tenth of my strength, these two wouldn’t have the chance to babble before me; I’d have poisoned them long ago.

Alas, I’m like a tiger stranded on the plains, bullied by dogs. I just escaped Yanshan City, only to run into these two. Her hatred for Xiao Yunjing intensified.

"Are you from Yanshan City?"

The two Secret Guards exchanged a glance. Secret Guard No.5, the one who was inclined to recruit Xi Chenqing, asked, "Did you come from Yanshan City?"

This place was desolate, with Yanshan City being the only settlement ten miles away. Considering her poisoned state, this woman didn’t seem to be one of Xiao Yunjing’s people.

It was impossible for Xiao Yunjing’s people to be poisoned and detoxifying here.

Moreover, they all knew Gu Qingli could concoct poisons, exceedingly potent ones at that.

Previously, they had accompanied their master to abduct Gu Qingli. Not only did they fail, but their master was also harmed in the attempt. This woman must have been poisoned by Gu Qingli. As for how, they had no idea.

"Yes," Xi Chenqing nodded. Thinking of how she had been poisoned, her teeth clenched tightly.

Seeing her expression, the two Secret Guards grew more certain of their speculations.

"You’re not with Xiao Yunjing?" Secret Guard No.5 asked tentatively.

"Hmph! As if I’d be with him." Xi Chenqing snorted. These two couldn’t be Xiao Yunjing’s men. How could his own subordinates address him so directly by name?

"Alright, we won’t kill you. Once you’ve recovered somewhat, you’ll come with us," Secret Guard No.5 said gravely, then swiftly pressed Xi Chenqing’s acupressure points, immobilizing her.

"Fine. Thank you, brothers." Xi Chenqing resigned herself to her fate. Right now, I’m like meat on a chopping block; no matter my skills, I can’t use them.

The two Secret Guards waited until her detoxification was nearly complete. Then, at their instruction for the King of cursed insects to return, Xi Chenqing muttered an incantation, and the creature crawled back into its bowl on its own.

The two Secret Guards confiscated Xi Chenqing’s belongings, including the King of cursed insects.

Then, one of them carried Xi Chenqing, and the three of them returned to Red Leaf Villa.

When Qingchen heard they had brought back someone skilled with cursed insects, he immediately went to see Xi Chenqing.

The moment Xi Chenqing laid eyes on Qingchen’s face, she was utterly captivated.

I had originally thought Xiao Yunjing was the most handsome and formidable man in the world, but I never expected to meet someone even more striking than him.

Seeing Xi Chenqing’s smitten expression, a barely perceptible, cold smirk played on Qingchen’s lips. He gently approached her and released her acupressure points.

"I apologize for your suffering, Miss."

Hearing that voice, gentle to her very core, Xi Chenqing’s heart immediately quickened. Her face flushed red, and she lowered her head. "N-no..."

Xi Chenqing was so flustered she could barely form a coherent sentence.

Qingchen chuckled softly, helped her to a chair, and immediately ordered servants to bring fresh clothes and hot water.

Xi Chenqing was deeply moved. This devastatingly handsome man showed such concern for her, a stark contrast to Xiao Yunjing, who wouldn’t even deign to look at her and always acted so high and mighty.

Every day, Xiao Yunjing only asked her where Gu Qingli was; aside from that, he wouldn’t even speak to her.

In Xiao Yunjing’s presence, I, Xi Chenqing, felt as insignificant as dust. Hah! Xiao Yunjing, you’re not the only man in this world.

Under the care of the servants, Xi Chenqing enjoyed a pleasant bath, changed into a beautiful dress, and was exquisitely made up.

When Qingchen saw Xi Chenqing again, her pure and somewhat shy appearance reminded him of that indifferent woman, Gu Qingli.

I still prefer the serene and composed Gu Qingli. However, any thoughts of that woman are futile in this lifetime. She has been missing for so long that even Xiao Yunjing can’t find her. How could I have guessed that Gu Qingli’s disappearance was the doing of the woman right before me?

"Please sit, Miss," Qingchen said with a smile, collecting his thoughts.

Xi Chenqing gazed at his smiling face, as gentle as a spring breeze, and felt herself drifting.

"Th-thank you." Xi Chenqing sat down demurely.

Qingchen sat opposite her, poured her a cup of tea, and placed it before her. "Your name, Miss? I am Qingchen."

Qingchen? Such a beautiful name.

Xi Chenqing silently repeated the name ’Qingchen’ in her heart, which pounded like a frightened deer.

She said softly, "My name is Xi Chenqing."

"Xi Chenqing?" Qingchen’s eyes narrowed slightly. Xichen is the imperial surname of the Xichen Kingdom. Yet, looking at this woman’s demeanor, she has none of the Royal Family’s bearing at all; she just seems completely smitten. Still, aside from that damn woman Gu Qingli, who alone was immune to my charms, what woman alive wouldn’t be infatuated upon seeing me?

"Yes, my name is Xi Chenqing," she affirmed with a nod. She, however, was unaware that Xichen was the imperial surname of the Xichen Kingdom. Her Baiyue Clan had lived in the mountains for generations, and no one had ever told her of their origins or anything about the outside world.

"So, Miss Xi Chenqing, how did you come to be in this state?" Qingchen wouldn’t simply accept her without knowing her background.

As soon as this was mentioned, Xi Chenqing’s aura changed abruptly. She bit her lip and said resentfully, "It’s all because of that Xiao Yunjing—"

"What did you say?" The moment Qingchen heard Xiao Yunjing’s name, he shot to his feet, his eyes fixed on Xi Chenqing, murderous intent instantly erupting from him.