Downfall of the Third Prince
The old wrinkled face of Sun Tai reciprocated the same smile before turning to Qing Yuan to immediately told him of the results of the mission that he was sent out for, "The spiritual cultivation association will lend a hand in your cause," His involvement would greatly aid in the removal of the Third Prince since spiritual cultivators in general were the type to hide their existence from the general public, "If I remember correctly," Stroking his long white beard that had grown from the many years, "The emperor directed a decree during the Dark War Era that if anyone were to fault the Chen family would be a crime," The old man had given out a great hint which could greatly aid them but there would need a backing from the palace of officals to be able to access previous decrees from previous years.
Chen Hong dislike having a long bear as it would get in the way of eat delicious food, "Such a decree has been forgotten it would take weeks to find it without someone who is familiar with all the records from previous eras," Reasoning that this option which maybe the safest of the options would intend lead to them being able to safely being able to disappear away from the capital without having to be cautious about hiding their move. But, honestly it would be the best course of action since it would stop the royal family from further harming them, "Wang Feng, if possible whether it be you or a trustworthy person to act in your stead can get in contact with the Empress Dowager," Chen Hong regrettable have to send his daughter to do such a task. However, her daughter followed his orders but before leaving the room. Her hand gently caressed her daughters face with a melancholy expression before leaving the room to act on her duties.
Qing Yuan soon discussed some more about being in contact with each other for any further information before he too left. Leaving Chen Hong, Ang Siu and the unconscious Fangsu in the one room, "Ang Siu, as you have heard during the discussion today, " The words to continue would be hard since the two were very much in a lovey dovey stage in their relationship, "The long distance and with Fangsu recuperating state and from your sister say that you would be the one to inherit your father's position as chief." The old man was conflict on whether to say what was on his mind.
Ang Siu sigh knowing full well what the old man was trying to say, "You think it would be best for the both of us to separate, " The emotion within his heart was slightly thorny as the thought of having to leave Fangsu was something that he didn't want to do at all cost but seeing that it might be a possible future, "I know it would be selfish of me to want to stay with Fangsu at the cost of abandoning my clan but a future without Fangsu isn't something I want." He poured out his emotions to the old man who began to feel regretful.
The old man relented at having done this to a probably one of the most reliable grandson-in-law to ever appear in his lifetime, "Fine! Fine! Stop talking about this anymore! You are making this old man feel bad about separating the both of you like the butterfly lovers!" The old man had about enough of this conversation with this emotionally manipulation that was at play, "At this has all settled down and Fangsu has woken up then we will continue to have this discussion! But, I know full well that you are the only one who truly loves and respects her." The old man then stood up before taking out Ang Siu to have lunch with him before this entire situation would be blown out of proportions.
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Fangsu was left alone to recuperate when she had opened her eyes after listening to everything. Despite the horrible scars from the experiments that was left behind her body had recover by leaps and bounds even to the point of strengthening her body and improving her senses. As her feet touched the cold wooden floor due to the wintry cold season that was soon approaching the capital it was usually the time to make some plum extract or wine at this time of year for it to be ready for the next year. As she walked out of her room where she mindlessly walked to the kitchen to view the plum trees which had ripen fruits which was ready to harvest. So, she quickly took a basket to slung across her body so that she would be able to harvest the fruit while she was up in the tree.
As she was picking each fruit, checking for the condition of the plum to see whether they would be able to use for eating. Most of the fruit that was on the trees were quite ripe. As she picking the fruits off the trees. Her mind soon wondered to how lonely the house has been without everyone but there was a slightly warmth to the house despite the lack of people in the residence. As she was carrying the harvest into the house, Fangsu began prepping the ingredients but sadly she could only had the ingredients to make the extract for now.
Fangsu filled a metal basin where there she filled with cold water before pouring the plums in the basin with a spoonful of salt to clean the plums from any bugs or dirt. The cold water chilled her to her bones and her finger turned red from the freezing cold water. After cleaning the plums, Fangsu bought out another basin with a bamboo stick that was sharpened to a point. Then she decided the process to clean the plums with fresh water, removing the stems and drying them in an airy place. As soon as the plums were dried and the glass jar to prepare the extract was already sterilised with some hot water. Fangsu quickly prepared a large amount of sugar to be able to make the extract which the process can take a few weeks to a few months depending on the weather. But seeing as it was winter, it would take a few months.
As she was about to start layering the sugar and plum in layers and pouring the sugar to start the process, Bai Xue summoned itself to Fangsu's side to keep her company as well as Tian who had just returned by an employee who was taking care of it at the store temporory stable, "Young Miss! You have awaken!" The employee was extremely shocked to find out that the young miss was now conscious but was also making something despite having horrendous injuries that could incapacitate someone for months, "You should resting!" The employee quickly ran to Fangsu side to aid her carrying the jar of sugar.
Fangsu chuckled as she continued to layer the plums and sugar, "I'm perfectly fine," Then floods of person came pouring into the estate even to the point that her family were on the roof, "Plum extract won't be ready for a while also Liansu there is some plums leftover for you to make some plum wine while you are at it," Fangsu placed the lid to the glass jar before pouring some water to seal the container completely so that bacteria won't come in contact with the extract.
Liansu then took the plums like it was a treasure after losing her wine supply at the island in the explosion that destroy their home; the amount of alcohol that was loss was substantial to the point that it could last Chen family a good ten to twenty years. Soon, an alarming amount jars of wine were delivered to the household along with probably what seemed like the entire season's plum produce at their doorstep, "CHEN LIANSU! How much did you spend for all of this?" Her mother stared at the alarming rate of alcohol, that only alcoholics could dream of having, flowing into the residence.
Liansu pouted, "I need to restock my supply for alcohol!" She hugged the huge jars of jar protectively seeking help from her sister who evaded her gaze so that they didn't have to deal with their mother's fury, "Oh come on! Skinny Duck! Fat Cat! Help me out!" But after being ignored by her sister. Liansu was left to face the fury of her mother by yourself. Qing Yuan was quite the avid drinker and had requested for Liansu to made for him a huge batch for the Spiritual Cultivation Association hence Liansu outrageous spending for both herself and the Spirit Cultivation. So after the scolding Liansu when to take her anger out of Qing Yuan who who only helplessly fulfil the obligation of being her sparring punching bag more-so than a partner.
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Eventually, Fangsu was tasked to relocate their island to ensure their safety but recently Ang Siu has been missing for a period of time that even Sim Siu had no idea where he was. Honestly, Fangsu missed Ang Siu but she knew that their relationship was soon ending and that he was leaving to forget their time together. A small thud of pain echoed in her heart. So, she continued to focus of her task to numb and forget the pain seeing the task at hand was of the upmost importance for her family to live a tranquil lifestyle without being disturbed.
On the other side of thing; everyone else was busy fighting a literally war where they allied up with the Second Prince and his associates with a common goal at hand. To bring down the Third Prince and wipe away the corrupt in the court whether it be nobles or officials. Tha capital was soon painted bloody red from all the executions where the Third Prince and his allies were round up, tortured and killed in the most painfully way to avenge the poor Fangsu who undergo painful experiment for the sake of the family. Liansu maniacally smiled, "Wow, how is it like to be on the receiving end of all the punishment and experiments to pursue immortality?" Coyly mocking the Third Prince who could only glare at the annoying woman who looked exactly the same like the much more docile person that he had taken as a hostage for Chao Dong to perform his experiments.
Whilst he was receiving all the painful punishment that he had dished out on all the people that he deemed unworthy of serving him. He could only grimace at his misfortune at having to born in the worst time of lifetime and that he done was what he should have be given as his god given birthright yet he had to work for it. To only have it ruined by a family that he thought would be the perfect scapegoat to hide his tracks. It was unfair that he would get the short end of the stick to any have his life work go down the drain because he had provoked the Chen family. He could only regret his decision.
Seeing the lifeless corpse of the Third Prince, Liansu, callously kicked the corpse to check whether it was still alive or not, "Finally, he is dead," Clicking her finger resulting in the pile of corpse that laid to waste to burst in flames completely burning their soul and their existence. A presence suddenly appeared behind Liansu, "You're done?" Turning around to see Qing Yuan who was flabbergasted at the sight of burning corpses.
Qing Yuan pointed at the flaming pile of corpse, "How is that possible?" His blatantly surprise at everything to Chen Family does from food, powers and relocation of an island was on a different scale compared to normal people.
Liansu shrugged as she waited for the flame burn everything, "Secret Art," She bluntly respond as she waited for the fire to die out which it eventually did, "Even though my stay was short and eventful, Qing Yuan, I hope that one day our path one day cross again," Liansu was basically saying her farewells as she was going to completely disappear form the world once again. It was better this way so to not be involved in this sort situation again. Time and time again, The Chen family always met with danger yet they all wanted to live peacefully. Liansu then curtsied before leaving behind the man who had his hand outstretched towards Liansu direction.
But, before Qing Yuan could regret anything. He ran towards Liansu before handing her a blank cheque with no limit in her hand, "This is my payment for Spiritual Cultivation Association," He could only blush as this was his only excuse to keep in contact with her so that she would remember him.
Liansu was surprised to say the least as she looked at the blank cheque with a coy smile, "Aren't you worried that I might make you bankrupt?" Gracefully taking the cheque before stuffing in her robe for careful storage because this would be useful later when she finished the making process fo the plum wine.
Qing Yuan smiled, "If you make me bankrupt that I would just need to work harder to make sure you can enough money to make more wine." Reassuring Liansu that he could easily make up for the money that Liansu could charge for the ridiculous amount of alcohol that she would be making.
Liansu smirked as waved goodbye, "I hold you to your word that you won't go bankrupt too quickly," with those words Liansu left the capital probably to only set foot in it for some occasional business.