coobybook Chapter 125 The Death of Xiao Yiyun
Chapter 125 The Death of Xiao Yiyun
Shi Wanxia sat in front of the dressing mirror, slowly removing all her hair ornaments and hair bun, her mind filled with countless thoughts. Shen's sudden marriage proposal today had truly left her bewildered.
She didn't believe that Brother Shen had fallen in love with her at first sight. In this ancient society, a woman's fate always seemed to be bound. Once married, she was expected to put her husband first, be filial to her parents-in-law, serve her husband, and manage the household expenses.
Shi Wanxia sighed softly. She didn't actually want to get married. Here, men had the final say, women couldn't show their faces in public, and after marriage, they had to take their husband's surname and pretend to be generous by allowing their husbands to take concubines.
She thought to herself, "I should just tell him directly another day!" She only considered him a friend and had no romantic feelings for him.
Thinking about it, Shi Wanxia sighed, lay down on the bed, and pulled the covers over herself. She was so tired today that she quickly fell asleep.
When Shen Yanchu quietly climbed in through the window, Miss Shi had already gone to bed and was sleeping soundly. Although he had been somewhat reckless and impulsive today, he truly meant well in marrying her. His mother would certainly not agree to her becoming the principal wife, given her status, but becoming a concubine should be no problem.
He also wanted Cui Yu'an to adopt her as a daughter of a collateral branch of the Qinghe Cui clan, but women of the Cui clan were not allowed to marry into the imperial family. Cui Yu'an refused, citing it as a violation of ancestral precepts! He didn't want to wrong her either. However, Miss Shi's status was indeed far too lowly.
He has talent, but no powerful family background. His mother will not agree, and he hopes she can understand. He will always treat her well.
Shen Yanchu, preoccupied, tucked her in, then turned and leaped out the window. He decided to give Xiao Yiyun a thorough interrogation today; keeping him around was pointless.
At dawn, just as the sky was beginning to brighten, Qianhua, accompanied by a dozen maids, arrived at the door of Miss Shi's room.
"Miss Shi, it's Chen Shi now. Are you awake? I've been ordered by Young Master Shen to bring people to help you with your toilette. If you are awake, please open the door!"
A light knock sounded at the door. She was actually somewhat displeased with this ill-mannered Miss Shi. She seemed refined in speech, but her manners and etiquette were appalling! However, the young master and mistress had instructed her to take good care of her. She was merely a servant, and could only obey!
Shi Wanxia was thoroughly annoyed by the knocking on the door. These people had too many rules and were too complicated. The incessant knocking made it impossible for her to sleep, so she casually threw on an outer garment, got up, and opened the door.
There were about a dozen people waiting outside the door. Qianhua's smile faltered at Shi's attire! Remembering the guards, she immediately grabbed a prepared cloak and draped it over Shi's shoulders.
She coldly reprimanded the guards present: "All of you turn around and do not be disrespectful to Miss Shi. It's windy outside, Miss Shi. Please come inside and I will bring someone to help you wash and dress!"
Shi Wanxia was still wondering when Qianhua half-dragged and half-helped her back into the house. The maid also carried in a basin of water, toiletries, and clothes.
Shi Wanxia helplessly let them do as they pleased, but in her heart she was plotting how to explain her thoughts to Shen Yanchu. She didn't want to be trapped in this so-called marriage cage; she longed for freedom. Moreover, Shen Yanchu's background was not simple, and with her intelligence, she couldn't outmaneuver those people.
After washing up, Shi Wanxia looked at herself in the mirror. Her makeup was exquisite, and her clothes were gorgeous, but they couldn't hide the stubbornness in her eyes. She decided to find an opportunity to have a serious talk with Shen Yanchu.
Meanwhile, Shen Yanchu was interrogating Xiao Yiyun in a secret room. Xiao Yiyun, true to his Lanling Xiao clan background, was stubborn and unyielding. It was unclear why he had colluded with those people.
The dimly lit, damp room, less than 30 square meters in size, felt particularly oppressive. Xiao Yiyun lay on the cold floor, covered in blood; Shen Yanchu had tormented him relentlessly these past few days.
At this moment, Shen Yanchu walked into the dark room with a gloomy expression. Looking at Xiao Yiyun's stubborn appearance, his anger intensified.
"Xiao Yiyun, you'd better tell me honestly, what exactly is your purpose?" Shen Yanchu's eyes were cold, and his tone was full of authority.
Xiao Yiyun's lips curled up slightly, revealing a disdainful smile: "Young Master Shen, do you think you can trap me? If I, Xiao Yiyun, want to leave, no one can stop me."
Shen Yanchu sneered: "Do you think this is a place you can come and go as you please? If you don't explain yourself clearly today, don't even think about leaving."
Xiao Yiyun was filled with regret; he regretted provoking Shen Yanchu. However, if he revealed that it was that person who had ordered it, the Lanling Xiao clan would be destroyed in his hands.
The only way now is to never tell, no matter what. Shen Yanchu doesn't dare to actually kill him. After all, this is Yan Yue Kingdom, and the Lanling Xiao Clan is not someone to be trifled with.
Xiao Yiyun endured the excruciating pain, his thoughts churning. He knew he couldn't give in; for his family, he had to persevere. However, he also understood that Shen Yanchu was no benevolent man and wouldn't let him off easily. At that moment, Shen Yanchu entered the dark room with a grim expression. Seeing Xiao Yiyun's stubborn demeanor, his anger intensified.
"Young Master Xiao, are you still unwilling to speak? My patience is also limited. Since Young Master Xiao is unwilling to speak, today is the day of your death. Feng Di, Feng Yang, kill him. Remember to dispose of the body properly, without leaving any trace. I do not want to waste any more time with him!" Shen Yanchu's voice was extremely cold.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yiyun laboriously looked up at Shen Yanchu, his eyes filled with determination. "Hehe, Your Highness Prince Xiang, since you've decided to fight to the death, I, Xiao, have no choice but to obey. However, my Lanling Xiao Clan will absolutely not let you and Cangling Kingdom off easily."
Shen Yanchu sneered: "You really think you're something special. Do you really think I don't know who's behind you? If I kill you today, what can they do to me?"
Xiao Yiyun trembled, looking at Shen Yanchu in terror. Just as he was about to lash out, Feng Di swiftly struck, killing him with a single blow. Shen Yanchu walked out of the dark room with a calm expression. Feng Di and Feng Yang quickly began to dispose of the body.
Elsewhere, Qianhua led people to help Shi Wanxia with her hair and makeup. Indeed, clothes make the man, and this girl was quite good-looking. Although she didn't have the stunning beauty and aloof elegance of her mistress, this girl had pretty features, a delicate and refined air, and a fresh and ethereal charm.
"Miss, please. I'll take you to the main hall. My young lady and the others are waiting for you," Qianhua said respectfully.
Shi Wanxia nodded slightly, but some doubts remained in her heart. She didn't know why Shen Yanchu and the others wanted to see her. But since she was already here, she could only take it one step at a time.
Shi Wanxia followed Qianhua into the main hall, where a woman dressed in gorgeous attire sat in the main seat. The woman had a beautiful face, an elegant demeanor, and a hint of intelligence in her eyes.
Wang Jinqian immediately stood up and warmly helped her sit down. Shi Wanxia looked around and saw that apart from Brother Shen and Young Master Cui, everyone else was there.
Qianhua, accompanied by her maid, served them porridge and dishes at the dining table. Li Qinglan and the others, though somewhat unaccustomed to it, forced themselves to remain calm and not lose their composure, lest they embarrass Sister Shi.
Shi Wanxia ate her breakfast with a sense of surprise and delight. Although it was breakfast, the variety was abundant, with chicken soup, desserts, noodles, white porridge, and side dishes. This was the most luxurious breakfast she had ever eaten.