"You better not lay a finger on her."
Jun Zixi firmly held Ling Qiushui's hand and glared at Su Li with intensity. His show of support for Ling Qiushui seemed stronger than his concern for his own daughter.
This Bright Moon Mountain Villa is truly audacious, daring to provoke Yuncheng.
"Han'er, what are you waiting for? Go back and have someone bring me the people from Bright Moon Villa. Even a child is so presumptuous. Now they have offended Yuncheng. Are you still standing there dumbfounded?"
"Mother, are you joking? Didn't you say that if we stay in Cloud City, something like this would happen? Mu Yunhan is caught in a dilemma. On one side, he has his mother-in-law, and on the other, his elder brother's child."
Isn't it obvious that they are a family? Must they create a big scene until there's bloodshed?
"Why are you angry at Han'er? If Li'er wants Ling Qiushui to stay, then let her stay..."
"Mu Yufeng, you haven't fallen for this trap, have you? Yes?" Jun Zixi looked at him in disbelief.
"Who is Shui'er? Her parents saved my life, and Shui'er is the future daughter-in-law of our Mu family."
Mu Yufeng had the same concerns, wanting to tell the truth to his wife. However, considering that Li'er was pregnant with Zixi's child, and that she was exhibiting abnormal behavior, he felt it was better not to reveal it for now. He wanted to see what Ling Qiushui had planned.
But he still had to protect his granddaughter. She shouldn't be kept in the dark about what happened.
"Alright, let's not discuss this now. Qi'er's elixir is very effective. The bleeding has stopped. Don't be angry. Go back and heal your injuries first!"
At that moment, Mu Yunhan approached Su Li's side, crouched down, and whispered in a voice only Li'er could hear.
"Li'er, I know you're furious deep down. Listen to your uncle. Let this woman go for now. Your father has discovered her tricks, but we're still uncertain about her true identity. Give me some time. Once we expose them completely, there will be no more trouble. Rest assured, both you and your brother will deal with this woman in the future."
"Brother, let uncle take her away. Qi'er has already planted tracking marks on her. They are as subtle as dust, and she won't notice. We can track her whereabouts anytime in the future. Uncle is right, we need to uproot them and remove all traces."
Su Qi conveyed his message to Su Li in a hushed tone.
"Yes, I'll give you ten days. After ten days, the store under Mingyue Villa's name will open. I won't tolerate any mistakes at that time."
Su Li spoke coldly, not because he wanted to give face to Mu Yunhan, but because he believed his younger brother more than anyone else, thanks to Su Qi's words.
"Thank you, Li'er. I know what to do. I'll take my leave now. Don't be too anxious, your father has taken Xin'er to find a renowned doctor. Xin'er will be fine."
Mu Yunhan stood up and nodded at Su Li.
"Dad, let's go!"
Ling Qiushui knew that Mu Yunhan had convinced Su Li, but she was unaware of the methods he used. Nevertheless, it was crucial for her to leave now. If she were to engage in a fight with the people from Mingyue Villa, Mu Yufeng would soon learn about her Wu clan connections.
"Zixi, let's go back first."
Mu Yufeng reluctantly looked at Su Qi and Su Li. He had originally wanted to see his grandson, but now that he had witnessed this scene, he would find Han'er first, and then rush to Mingyue Villa without delay. However, he didn't expect to encounter this situation.
"Sister Liu Yue, be more vigilant from now on. Ling Qiushui is cunning, and the "white worm" mentioned by the little fox is likely a poisonous substance."
"Alright, Qi'er, let's go back and maintain our positions."
Liu Yue waved her hand, and the twelve assassins instantly vanished.
"Brother, let's go check on Tongzi!"
"Yes!"
Su Li nodded.
He looked at Qinghe and Qinglian.
"Aunt Qinghe, Aunt Qinglian, have the area cleaned up."
"Alright!" Qinghe and Qinglian nodded.
Meanwhile, Mu Yunxuan accompanied Su Zimo and Su Xin to Sanqing Mountain.
Su Zimo held Su Xin tightly, wiping away her tears.
Although she had the power to control everything, she felt powerless when it came to her daughter's illness.
Su Zimo despised this feeling immensely.
"Lady, we'll reach Sanqing Mountain soon, and Junior Uncle will treat Xin'er."
Mu Yunxuan didn't mind whether Su Zimo resisted or not; he continued to embrace her firmly.
He knew she was scared deep inside, and he understood.
"Let go of me. If it weren't for your Mu family, Xin'er wouldn't be in this state."
Su Zimo struggled to free herself from Mu Yunxuan's embrace.
However, she found herself attached to his embrace, feeling a strong reliance that she was reluctant to let go of.
Su Zimo shook her head, refusing to entertain such thoughts.
"Su Zimo, I won't let go. Listen to me, no matter what happens in the future, I won't leave your side. We're inseparable, in life and in death."
The words "in life and in death" brought a slight warmth to Su Zimo's heart.
She longed to reach out and grasp that sliver of happiness, but she was afraid that when she extended her hand, that glimmer of happiness would turn into a sharp sword and pierce her heart.
"Su Zimo, I understand your fear. You're afraid of getting hurt again. But if you don't give me a chance, how will you ever know if I'm the one you want by your side for the rest of your life?"
Su Zimo remained silent, causing Mu Yunxuan's heart to sink slowly.
He blamed himself for not doing enough, for not being able to earn her complete trust.
Gaining her trust was the main goal he had in mind.
Regardless of the outcome, he was determined to stay by her side in this lifetime.
Unconsciously, Mu Yunxuan tightened his embrace around her.
Soon, they arrived at the Sanjian House, filling Mu Yunxuan with joy.
"Mom, son, we've arrived."
In the courtyard, an elderly man dressed in white and with a youthful appearance was pounding medicine in the yard.
He didn't react when he saw Mu Yunxuan's golden dragon.
As the golden dragon descended, he noticed Mu Yunxuan approaching with two young girls.
In an instant, his eyes lit up, and he threw the mortar behind him, jumping up despite his short stature.
"You rascal! Didn't I tell you not to bring anyone here? Do you know my rules?" Li Zifu placed his hand on his waist, but his big eyes shifted around Su Xin's innocent face.
"Master Uncle, she is my daughter. Please hurry and save her."
Mu Yunxuan didn't want to waste time on small talk. Saving Xin'er was the priority.
"Bang!" Li Zifu stepped back, knocking over the medicine on the wooden shelf.
Usually, he treasured medicinal herbs more than his own life, but he didn't care at that moment.
He stared at Mu Yunxuan incredulously and said, "You fool! You haven't even gotten married and yet you have such a grown-up daughter? Did she sprout out of a crack in the rocks?"
"Master Uncle, please save Xin'er first. I can explain everything to you later. This is my wife, Su Zimo, and our daughter, Xin'er."
Li Zifu approached once again, examining Xin'er and Mu Yunxuan closely.
"So, according to you, this little girl does resemble you, right?"
"Elder, please save my daughter quickly!"
The ice on her daughter's face grew thicker, and Su Zimo's heart grew more and more anxious.
But Li Zifu seemed as if he hadn't heard her.
"Su Zimo, Su Zimo..." Li Zifu scratched his head and pondered.
"Oh! Now that I think about it, isn't she the girl who married you? Didn't you say she died? How did she suddenly reappear?"
"Junior Uncle, if Momo isn't alive, where did Xin'er come from? Please hurry up and save her."
Mu Yunxuan was in no mood for jokes, his expression turning grim.
"Fine, fine, I'll believe you for now. But if you dare to deceive me, both of you will pay with your lives."
Li Zifu lowered his head, raised his eyes, and gave Mu Yunxuan and Su Zimo a warning glance.
"Come inside!"
Li Zifu turned around and walked towards a house on the far side.
As they entered, a scent of medicinal herbs greeted their noses.
The interior was simple, with just a stone bed and enough medicinal herbs for two people.
"Place Xin'er on the bed."
Mu Yunxuan gently laid Xin'er on the bed.
Li Zifu began to examine Xin'er's pulse.
After a short while, Li Zifu released Xin'er's hand.
Anxiously, Su Zimo asked, "Senior, how is my daughter?"
"Senior? Since she's Xuan'er's wife, she should address me as 'my old man' or 'uncle.' If you dare to call me otherwise, be careful that I turn my back on you and no longer recognize you."
As he spoke, Li Zifu also winked at Mu Yunxuan.
How could he not see that these two weren't ordinary people?
Su Zimo glared fiercely at Mu Yunxuan. Was he blind? This peculiar old man was a ghost doctor. She hadn't expected that. But it was a good thing. She wouldn't have to go back and find her master, which would have taken three days of travel. Being close to this place would save them a lot of trouble.
"Yes, uhm, Uncle, my daughter...?"
"Don't worry! Girl, do you think my skills as a ghost doctor are inferior? Could there be any illness I can't cure?"
Li Zifu looked at Su Zimo with a self-satisfied expression.
"But..."
"But what...?"
Hearing Li Zifu's words, Su Zimo's hopes rose again.
"Uncle Master, can you please get straight to the point? My wife is extremely worried about Xin'er."
Mu Yunxuan's heart was also filled with anxiety.
"Why are you shouting so loudly? Didn't my old man say it? Mu Yunxuan, you're making me angry!"
Looking at Mu Yunxuan's actions, it seemed like Li Zifu wanted to kick him.
"This girl has been afflicted with a congenital illness, not to mention she has also been affected by the Wu clan's Silkworm Ice. Strictly speaking, this girl has no hope of survival."
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