Chapter 3

He rubbed for a while and finally let go of her foot. She quickly withdrew her feet into her skirt, preparing to retreat like a turtle. However, he moved extremely quickly, pinning down her poor skirt in the blink of an eye. Not only that, he pressed one leg between her legs, darting in front of her like a venomous snake

"That Miss Gongsun is referring to me, not you. Sister, do not worry, I will protect you in all matters."

She made a funny face. "I mean no harm, I am just stating a little bit of truth. Do not be misled by my slightly round figure, as my health is not very good, and such matters are difficult to discuss"

You are right. As long as he marries, he will treat her with all his heart. If one day I am no longer here and he marries again, he will surely treat another woman with all his heart as well. Please make sure to remember this.

Before long, a man in a black shirt, wearing a dark-colored jade belt, silently took a seat beside her

She was momentarily taken aback and turned to look at the campfire that was far from the lakeside. Cheng Cheng had returned to the Tiangang Sect, and they had hurried along the road, unable to enter the city, so they could only sleep outdoors. Fu Yu and Fu Qi were busy talking to another Gongsun, who would come to sneak a peek at her soaking her feet

Suddenly, a slight pain struck her waist, and her consciousness was instantly extinguished, her hands slowly spreading and falling to the ground.

"No, please don't!" she forced a smile and said, "I am a bit heavier now than I was back then, and I fear you won't be able to lift me."

She lowered her head, pondered for a moment, cleared her throat, swallowed the dryness in her throat, and with a smile, asked him

She stared at her

"If you wish to consummate the marriage, I can fulfill your desire." He replied very quickly

The two were chatting idly, mostly revolving around the reason for Tie Guai Wei inviting Lin Qian'er to the manor, but Shan Feng vaguely sensed that this woman seemed to enjoy spending time with her. Even when they stared at each other for a while, the woman found joy in it.

"I heard from Fu Qi that this is the residence of Tie Guai Wei Lin. Have you heard of his niece-in-law?" she asked affectionately

She was momentarily taken aback. This was truly not her illusion; ever since they got married, she occasionally felt that her husband, who was a generation younger, exuded a somewhat compelling charm, causing her heart to race uncontrollably in moments of chilling fear.

I like him

Several years after their marriage, she pondered repeatedly, realizing that no one had ever spoken up for her in such a manner. It is highly likely that Gongsun Xian had already harbored ill feelings at that time

"If we are not to get close, then so be it." She bit her lip and glanced at him; his dark eyes held their usual indifference, yet there was a hint of warmth when he looked at her.

"Niece-in-law, you are awake, how accurate! Xian said you would wake up at this time, and indeed he was right."

He stared at her, remaining silent

"Who says there is no hope? I have uncovered this clue, and next, what I desire will surely be within my grasp"

I believe that, whether she is Gongsun Yaobai or another young lady, as the saying goes... when the time comes to take action, one must take action; if the opportunity is missed, it would truly be a pity

Seventh Senior Brother, why are you not resting yet? We have to set off on our journey tomorrow

However, this time, her expression changed slightly as she nibbled on the crystal cake in the food basket, lowered her gaze to examine her neatly arranged clothing, and then glanced at the veiled woman sitting at the edge of the bed

She shook her head

"Well, there was nothing inappropriate... It was my mistake, it was my mistake." She sulkily nibbled on the candied jujubes.

"I still don't want to," she murmured

She is not my wife; you are.

Unbeknownst to him, Fu Qi was already standing under a nearby tree. Upon seeing him approach, he immediately said:

She was taken aback and instinctively replied, "Where in this world could there be a monster with three heads and six arms?"

Gongsun Xian did not seem to intend to let his wife share a carriage with Gongsun Yaobai; he only took out a thin blanket from the carriage and exchanged a few words with Gongsun Yaobai. Their conversation was polite yet carried a hint of familiarity, all of which fell under Fu Qi's observation

The mountain wind blinked in surprise at her question, but still replied:

"I... want to hug you." She finally could not suppress the longing in her heart and said softly

She was truly filled with doubts and could not help but whisper:

"Do not get too close to her." He repeated once more, his tone growing stern

If we allow them to succeed again, the Yun family will no longer have a foothold in the martial world. With that said, he turned and walked back to the camp.

Upon hearing this, she felt both joy and disappointment. "As long as you like it, as long as you like it... Xian'er is truly fortunate."

He nodded. "The leader of the Wenren Alliance shares the same inference as Chunxiang. The relationship between the court and the martial world has always been delicate; during times of national peace and stability, the influence of the martial world is curtailed, while in times of chaos, we are relied upon. The martial examination occurs once every six years, yet there has been no news of it for over a decade. In recent years, ten court officials have died due to the Blood Eagle, and I suspect that high-ranking officials are behind the Blood Eagle. The initial killings of martial artists were merely to create confusion, while the subsequent murders of court officials were the true objective, ultimately framing the martial world and achieving multiple goals at once"

"Iron Crutch Wei Lin has indeed become an ordinary commoner." Yan Shou said softly

The masked woman smiled and said softly

"Xian Er..."

"...Xian, Xian'er, no, someone, also not right, Gongsun Xian, there are people here, do not act recklessly!"

The mountain wind gazed at her, slowly nodding, and suddenly she smiled radiantly saying

She bit her lip and secretly scrutinized the woman in front of her, only to find that the other party was also observing her with a sharp gaze. She was secretly startled and forced a smile.

"But..." he glanced at the soundly sleeping Shanfeng. "What should Miss Gongsun do?"

Before she could respond, a servant from the Wei residence had already reported in a loud voice

He spoke as if it were a matter of course, and she listened with her face flushed, quickly saying, "I don't want it!"

"How do I want to mess around?" he spoke. His voice was slightly hoarse, and his indifferent gaze was fixed intently on her

The Tenth Generation Master of Yun Family Village, Gongsun Xian's Love History: Ninth Young Master

She had long been accustomed to the strange. During the years she spent on the island, no matter where she slept, she would invariably wake up in bed the next day wearing only her undergarments

"Gong Sunxian, what are you doing? If someone really comes, it would be utterly embarrassing."

I am not young anymore; I must learn to be composed.

She felt a chill upon hearing this. "Then, then... does that mean there is no hope?"

"Old Ba, is Gongsun Xian's relationship with his wife good or bad?" Fu Qi asked with great curiosity

The mountain wind nodded with a smile

Just as Gongsun Xian was about to pass by him, Fu Qi expressed a hint of concern and said

Fu Qi rubbed his nose and mumbled

Am I very familiar with Gongsun Yao in the carriage?

His handsome face leaned slightly down, and she held her breath, her eyes wide open, until his nose nearly touched hers, at which point he halted his advance

"Xian Er has been close to me since childhood. I always thought he had no interest in women, and that any marriage would likely depend on the words of a matchmaker. Little did I know, he has been married for many years. You... how is the relationship between you two?"

He smiled faintly. "Indeed, we are not supernatural beings. As long as one is a person of the jianghu, as long as one is a commoner, the Yun family village has its eyes everywhere, as you know. Tell me, besides that, what else could possibly escape from under the watchful eyes of the Yun family?"

If there were a hole in the ground now, she would certainly bury her face in it, yet she could not help but steal glances at him. His handsome face was expressionless, like a stone sculpture, but his half-lowered eyes, under the silver glow of the moonlight and his slightly curled eyelashes, appeared very mysterious, exuding a charm that was both cold and enchanting

"That one, Miss Bai... Are you very familiar with her?"

The two followed the servant to the study, and before they could knock on the door, they heard Fu Qi angrily shout:

She was taken aback and couldn't help but look at him. "Is it... is it... the one from the capital..." Could it be?

Yanshou, seeing that she did not refuse, happily said: "Then it is settled, sister. From now on, no matter what happens, let me always call you sister, and you must not go back on your word"

Gongsun Yaobai, with a brother known as the Idle Cloud Young Master and a nephew named Gongsun Xian, is connected to the well-regarded Chunxiang Young Master, making her a celebrated beauty in the martial world. This young lady is known for her proud and capricious nature, her timidity, and her love for beauty, often relying on her young nephew Gongsun Xian. One day, a senior from the martial world came to visit and could not help but exclaim, "Miss Gongsun has a figure as if it were boneless, eclipsing the moon and shaming the flowers, her autumn-like eyes shrouded in mist, a beauty that could topple a city." The Chunxiang Young Master merely smiled without speaking, while the ten-year-old Gongsun Xian suddenly asked, "Is what the senior said from the heart?" The senior replied, "Of course. I have seen much in my time, and among the beauties of this generation, none can compare to the young lady. Born in the martial world, she is indeed a fortunate young hero of the realm." Gongsun Xian scoffed, "Senior, with your vast experience, you should know that such beauty is often a sign of misfortune. Beautiful things are admired and praised by all, yet no one understands the feelings of beautiful things. Such beauty is better left unpursued!" With that, he waved his sleeve and departed. Gongsun Yaobai, hiding beneath the windowsill, was left with tear-streaked cheeks.

Who is my wife

Let us move further away and find a secluded place; it is also possible to consummate our union right here.

The scent on him made her nostalgic, his body temperature brought her comfort; if there is anything in this world that could ease her mind, it would only be her Xian'er

"Then do not speak such words, as they are quite offensive." Yanshou tightly grasped her chubby hand

Are you feeling sleepy?

"I don't want it!" she replied even faster than he did

Fu Yu said that shortly after her disappearance, Young Master Chunxiang used her childhood appearance as a basis to depict her beauty as an adult. However, even if Young Master Chunxiang had forgotten more than half of her features, it would still be impossible to completely portray her as another person

The sharp gaze immediately vanished, and Yanshou pretended as if nothing had happened, smiling and speaking.

Her future with him? She occasionally steals a thought, but does not dare to think deeply, treating it merely as a very beautiful dream. She imagines that once he has children with her and takes on the heavy responsibilities of the Yun family estate, they can return to the island together and live a secluded life with her brothers and sisters-in-law. Every time she thinks of this, she breaks into a silly smile, and then tears begin to fall.

I think it is very familiar, extremely familiar, so familiar that raw rice can be cooked into a meal.

Am I very familiar with that Gongsun?

...I can't say that you are still younger than me.

Her scalp tingled slightly, she pressed her lips together, yet stubbornly continued to speak:

"Mr. Gongsun... have you really married?"

A strange smile unexpectedly appeared at the corner of his mouth as he softly said

"Regardless of anyone's age, you look younger than me, so it is only natural to call you 'younger sister'"

She remained silent, holding him even tighter

"Sister, can I call you sister?" Yan Shou suddenly said

He sat beside her, gazing at the night, until the cold wind suddenly rose at night, and only then did he pick her up and walk towards the camp

Just as she was munching on her food, a sudden knock on the door startled her. Yanshou immediately pinched her little chubby hand, urging her to be more careful.

She kept her head down, not wanting to look at him. Her shoes were gathered in front of her bare feet as she was about to put them on when suddenly a man's hand appeared in her line of sight, grabbing her ankle and pulling her over.

He gazed at her and said softly

She bit into her food basket vigorously without looking up at him. "Not really tired."

He bears a resemblance to the elder sister-in-law, yet the elder sister-in-law, who hails from a demonic sect, has never exuded such an alluringly sinister aura

"Do not soak in the water for too long," he suddenly said

His body was slightly stiff, and even his tone had hardened: "As long as there are people, we will definitely find it." Noticing her unease, he spoke in a voice only she could hear: "For more than a decade, it hasn't just been the Yun family village searching; the Blood Eagle is like a thorn in the rivers and lakes, who doesn't want to find it? It is an organization, not an individual, and there must be oversights. Shan Feng, do you think that an organization that even the Yun family village cannot locate is some kind of monster with three heads and six arms?"

The masked woman smiled lightly and said, "Last night, someone visited Xian'er at night. It's no wonder you didn't know; you were sleeping soundly at that time, while everyone else was disturbed, yet you continued to sleep."

Do not call me that now

What does that have to do with me

Upon waking from a deep sleep, I found myself in an unfamiliar place

He ignored her protests and slowly wiped her snow-covered feet, so slowly that she thought he was polishing some rare treasure, so slowly that she believed he was doing it on purpose to tease her

Gongsun Xian gazed at her sleeping face for a while before getting up to properly put on her shoes

Fu Qi smiled and nodded, ran to sit beside the junior apprentice, and closed his eyes to rest.

"That girl who always loves to act spoiled, how could she possibly know how to write these two characters" he said slowly

Occasionally, she would think that dreams should not be too grand, otherwise the heavens would not take notice. Therefore, it would suffice for Xian to bring his wife and children back to the island, allowing her to see him, play with his children, and enjoy a few days of peaceful life.

She pouted. "She is your aunt, and it is not a bad thing for me to get close to her"

He slightly lifted the corners of his mouth and said

She licked her lips, her gaze wandering as she looked at the full moon in the sky, and then smiled

She nervously stroked the basket back and forth, whispering:

Is that so? He did not say much more

Currently, the only credible witness has turned against us, supporting that false Gongsun Yao Bai, despite the fact that the two have distinctly different appearances

Indeed. I see that you are about the same age as I am, and it is likely that you are reluctant to call me aunt. How about this, my childhood name is Yanshou, so you can just call me Yanshou.

Are you tired

"It is I," she sighed, gazing at him quietly. "You truly are stubborn."

Who is my wife

Whose foot is being rubbed? That is her foot! She gently exerted force to pull it back, but his grip was just right, trapping her foot firmly in his hand

He quietly gazed at her snow-white feet submerged in the lake and softly said

"Why not?" He feigned ignorance, his dark eyes no longer deep and unfathomable, but instead carrying a chilling aura that instilled fear. "We have been married for five years; it is about time we had a child. If we have not consummated our marriage, then it is indeed my fault. Did someone not just say that when the time comes, one must act decisively to avoid missing a good opportunity?"

Yan Shou smiled lightly and said, "Although Xian Er does not speak much, he is indeed a good man worthy of trust."

You are Xian'er’s wife, and according to familial hierarchy, it is inappropriate, especially since the Yun family village places great importance on ethical relationships and lineage. However, since we feel a sense of familiarity upon our first meeting, I shall call you "sister," and you may simply call me "Yanshou" in return

......

Yan Shou raised her delicate eyebrows. "Is it just okay? Then do you... truly like Xian Er?"

Your feet are wet and it's uncomfortable to wear shoes. Do you want me to carry you back?

Is it just because of the portrait

"Shan Feng, this time you have left the island, and it has become quiet." He spoke in a cold tone

Sister?

I do not agree! To entrust such a dangerous task to Miss Gongsun is rather unfeeling of Mr. Gongsun

......

Why maintain a safe distance between the two? Ultimately, who is being protected

He squinted his dark eyes, an invisible anger emanating from him, while she nervously nibbled on the candied dates.

Although every time she thinks of this dream, her heart always aches painfully to the point of being uncontrollable, she would rather realize this dream than ruin his future again

Hmm

She immediately glared at him

Even if the mountain wind is careless, it can still discern the deep sense of disappointment. This disappointment is clearly directed towards Xian'er; it is likely that this woman has long harbored feelings for Xian'er, only to find out that he is already married.

Fu Yu glanced at the couple and replied in the same low tone

"There are outsiders present, please do not do this next time"

This woman even knows her nickname, which shows that Xian'er has put in considerable effort and is determined to lure out the blood hawk from Gongsun.

"Please come in," Yan Shou said

In other words, this woman simply wants to be prominent. In the future, on the ancestral tablet of the Gongsun family, she also wants to be ranked behind this woman... Is it really necessary to pressure her like this?

Xian'er, I think if you really cannot find it, you need not worry any further

The masked woman covers her mouth as she laughs, her eyes curving with joy, her face flushed and her heart racing. How did Xian'er come to know such a girl, one who captivates even those of the same sex? For a young man like Xian'er to remain unenchanted is truly... he might as well become a monk.

Can she ask? Even if she can ask, she does not want to hear, at least, not so soon.

"...Alright." She secretly wanted to pull her hand away, but it was not just her illusion; this fake Gongsun's grip was quite strong. "Did Gongsun Xian ask you to accompany me?"

Then you should think about our future

Moreover, she had some doubts that he had presented himself to her back then in order to make her feel a sense of attachment

Under the light of the full moon, she gazed at the reflection on the lake's surface. Her slightly chubby round face and round eyes were completely different from the woman's slender, watery gaze. Just by looking at the shape of the eyes, one could tell that the woman was certainly not Gongsun Yaobai. Why were these people so certain that she was Gongsun Yaobai?

Then she curled up her bare feet, just reaching for the embroidered shoes to put them on, and he said again

"Now that Miss Gongsun has appeared, the news will undoubtedly spread quickly. If the Blood Eagle does not give up on her, this..."

In this situation, he needs to find someone to impersonate Gongsun Yaobai, and this person must be someone he trusts implicitly, otherwise...

"The graceful and virtuous lady, the gentleman seeks a match, it is a natural law, in fact, your feelings for me... are not bad... not very... very..." My heart felt a bit sour and cool, and I truly could not express the lines she had memorized.

It is evident. When Xian'er carried you onto the carriage, you didn't even move; at that moment, I thought you might have fainted, which startled me.

Gongsun Xian met her gaze, and the chill slightly diminished. "Now, you can choose to do one thing."

"What kind of wife is she when we haven't even consummated the marriage!" she pouted.

Yes, yes, yes, another woman can call him that, but she cannot. She secretly resents him, yet cannot voice her feelings, and can only continue to eat in silence.

She was so frightened that her elbows went weak, and her whole body collapsed onto the grass. She glanced at the arms pressed against her sides, then raised her face to meet those bottomless black eyes, swallowed hard, and stammered:

He sighed and returned to the camp.

"I, I feel that no matter how familiar we are... raw rice does not necessarily have to be cooked into a meal..." Frustrated, she was so angry that she almost threw away the food that sustained her life, but under his intense gaze, she could only retract her hand in resentment and grit her teeth, saying: "Gongsun Xian, what are you doing? Clearly, there is a beautiful woman by your side, why are you clinging to me? Where are your eyes looking?"

She hesitated for a moment and nodded. After all, she still had time, and there were still opportunities for her to compete with other women.

It sounds like there is a hint of hostility... Although your skills are impressive, they are not to be trifled with either

"Oh..." Fu Qi was about to close his eyes when he suddenly saw Gongsun Xian rise swiftly and gesture towards them. He was taken aback for a moment and quickly nudged Fu Yu. "Get up quickly, someone is coming!"

After some contemplation, I still could not reach a conclusion. Looking at my own plump figure, I felt worlds apart from that beautiful figure, which seemed like a counterfeit. She felt quite vexed in her heart, so she stirred the surface of the lake and took off her shoes to soak her feet.

He gently brushed his hand across her forehead, causing her to shiver slightly. "It is not cold tonight"

"Um..." she really could not bring herself to say the word 'aunt.' "May I ask... where is Gongsun Xian?"

She remained silent for a moment, wanting to avert her gaze, but he completely occupied her field of vision, so she had no choice but to fixate on his earlobe and replied softly

"What?" His touch was unusually gentle, making her feel somewhat uneasy

Was he forced? Why? He was filled with questions when he heard Fu Yu call out lightly

"Sir, Miss Gongsun has arrived"

She was startled and quickly propped herself up with her elbow to stop sliding. "What are you doing?"

"...it's alright." She replied with great subtlety

"Tie Guai Wei Lin had a modest reputation thirty years ago, but later withdrew from the martial world and ceased to concern himself with its affairs. I pondered all night why Wei Lin would seek out Xian Er, yet I could not come up with an answer. Once he returns, we shall know the answer. " With that, he suddenly grasped the little chubby hand of Shan Feng and said, "I shall call you Shan Feng, is that alright?"

I don't think it's good; there must be some hidden agenda here. At the very least, Gongsun Xian is not very pleased with her appearance

Of course The mountain wind detected her implied meaning and quickly got out of bed to take her food basket At the same time, she noticed Yan Shou turning around to retrieve another basket of food for emergencies This woman is truly attentive, so attentive that she really wanted to ask straightforwardly: Are you taking such good care of me because you have a strong interest in Gong Sun Xian

"I heard that you and Miss Gongsun have been childhood friends..." Fu Qi scratched his head and said with a cheerful laugh, "I originally thought that you had the lineage of a teacher's wife, regardless of the generation. Since you are married now, that means Miss Gongsun... everyone in the Yun family village has a chance now." He was quite eager to try his luck.

Upon hearing this, her face turned even redder. "I... once I sleep, I fall into a deep slumber..."

He had a gentle expression as he took the dates from her, allowing her to wrap her arms around his waist, and then he fed her one bite at a time

Yan Shou, upon hearing this, revealed a look of astonishment in her beautiful eyes. "Shan Feng, what are you talking about?"

Is there a mistake? She is the real Gongsun Yaobai!

The mountain wind coughed lightly, shifting the topic: "Where is this place? It doesn't resemble an inn, nor does it look like Yun Family Village."

"No, no, just one more time, just one more time, I haven't held you for a long time." She obediently opened her mouth, being fed like a little chick.

He squinted his eyes with great effort, and the forest in the darkness was utterly still, giving no indication that anyone was approaching, which sent chills down his spine. Gongsun Xian's martial arts were far superior to those of the Digital Young Master, and today he had witnessed that firsthand

The mountain wind came to a standstill. Her given name was Yan Shou, which was chosen by Xian Er's father, hoping that she would have a long life. She found it too unpleasant and never allowed anyone in the village to call her that.

He maintained a calm demeanor, took out a handkerchief, and shot her a cold glance. "Wipe your feet."

As you wish

Later, he saw Gongsun Xian returning to the tree with a thin blanket, his wife lying motionless beside him, a basket of food placed in front of her, this woman... has she been acupointed?

"Is that so?" Yan Shou pondered for a moment, then smiled and said to Shan Feng, "Sister, you should come with me. Last night, Xian Er went into the study with Lord Wei and hasn't come out since. I believe it must be something very important. He entrusted you to me, and now I cannot leave you alone; I must return you safely."

The mountain wind was somewhat taken aback. While others were shrouded in dark clouds, she was drenched in mist. This woman always spoke to her with great kindness, but was it not a bit too intimate?

The safety of the Gongsun family is of utmost importance

A moment of silence enveloped the lakeside, with no one responding to her. Unable to contain herself, she stole a glance at him; he was still looking at her, but the warmth in his eyes had vanished without a trace

"How would I know!" she pouted

The meaning of this woman is that before she dies, she will take action to seize Xian'er, and she asks for her understanding in this matter

His gaze subtly fell upon the wife of Gongsun Xian behind him, and then it shifted to the cart carrying Gongsun Yaobai.

The one who pushed the door open was a servant of the Wei residence. "Mr. Gongsun requests Miss Gongsun to come to the study, as there are matters to discuss"

Do not get too close to her

Although being fed like this is quite lacking in atmosphere, she still closed her eyes to feel his body heat. It makes no sense for her to let a counterfeit get so close to him during the day while she can only maintain a distance from him.

The two people outdoors exchanged a glance, both wearing expressions of confusion. Yanshou gently whispered in her ear

He has always been excessively cautious. As soon as he leaves the island, he never mentions her whereabouts, does not speak of the part of his heart concerning Gongsun Yaobai, does not reveal his plans, and even when facing her, he refrains from calling her by her real name, nor does he regard her as the true Gongsun Yaobai, for he fears that there may be ears on the other side of the wall

The residence of Tieguai Wei Lin resembled that of an ordinary wealthy family, devoid of any trace of the martial world. As one walked through, there was not a single wandering figure from the martial realm residing within, and even the servants were seldom seen.

"I feel sleepy, so I will press your sleep point," he said gently

Then she pressed her profile against his left chest and softly asked

She blushed deeply and whispered:

The tooth is once again stirring with a desire to rush and bite Xian'er on the back, wanting him to understand how much her heart aches: she really wants to push this woman's hand away, making her understand the courtesy of precedence. Since she is still alive, is it a bit excessive to compete with her for Xian'er?

This text was later collected by Mr. Gongsun and stored behind the third door of the Jigu Pavilion, never to see the light of day again

The mountain wind was utterly taken aback. Is it really necessary to advance so quickly? Even if there are feelings for Xian'er, there is no need to refer to each other as sisters so hastily, especially since she is not even dead yet

A woman who is so cheerful and bold should be very suitable for Xian Er