Chapter 2, Shamelessness

"Today, do not disfigure yourself; tomorrow, you may encounter beasts!"

I instinctively took two steps back and grabbed the pot lid to cover my face

Damn stone, you actually brought the future beast to my doorstep!

The stone was somewhat surprised: "Hey... that is your mother's relic."

The voice of my aunt urging again: "Luo'er! Hurry up! Don't keep the guests waiting."

It is quite undesirable to meet future beasts, but if one is discovered by the other and then flees, it will appear even more bizarre

The atmosphere became very tense, and after staring at me for a long time, Shi Tou finally said: "It's that cloth tiger your mother left for you, the yellow one, which you particularly liked and never let anyone touch."

I crouched down, gathered my hair with my hands, and threw it all into the fire: "What remains after burning."

The sound of heavy fists unwillingly striking against the door panel came from behind.

In order to make the little girl cry, they actually kidnapped her stuffed tiger, which is truly frustrating. Unfortunately, I have no interest in anything related to Lin Luor, so I shook my head again and refused their extortion: "I won't go."

I slowly raised my head and hesitantly asked, "What is a cloth tiger?"

Thinking of those two beasts, my scalp tingled, and I slowly moved towards the door, quietly peeking outside. Indeed, I saw that the cool shed was filled with guards in blue brocade, and among the seven or eight fine horses was a white dragon foal adorned with a silver saddle and red tassels, elegantly grazing on the grass by the roadside, unlike the kind of mounts ridden by petty minions

Children in the countryside do not attend school, and adults are often too busy to provide guidance. After finishing their daily chores, they engage in wild play, often beating chickens and dogs. Moreover, boys and girls at this age are in a stage of sexual ambiguity and awakening, being particularly curious about the opposite sex, yet reluctant to express it openly, which manifests in their tendency to bully each other

"So stupid." Stone reluctantly accepted this answer, laughed at me for a while, and finally remembered the meaning. He pulled out a dead mouse from his sleeve, waved it in front of my face, almost touching my nose, and proudly said, "Crying cat, I'll give you this good thing to play with!"

What distinguished guest? How could a wealthy person stop to eat in such a humble place

I may not excel in other areas, but I am exceptionally brave. During my time in the dormitory, whenever the sisters on the entire floor encountered mice, cockroaches, or spiders, they would all let out the same piercing scream: "Ke Xiaolu! Help!" I would then rush over with a slipper and a broom, sweeping away the threats and rescuing the ladies from peril.

The young man smiled and said: "Is your name Luo'er? Are you very shy?"

Regrettably, their enjoyment has now been brought to an end by me

After experiencing countless failures, the prank leader Li Shitou could no longer maintain his pride. He ran to the kitchen again and blocked my way while I was washing vegetables. After staring for a while, he still couldn't help but look away: "Your new hairstyle is simply atrocious..."

Oh! I finally remembered, it was that thing I was holding when I woke up after the time travel, but I don't know which corner I threw it into

I obediently went inside to bring out a plate of eggs and peanuts, and as I reached the door, I suddenly felt a jolt in my heart, as if a warning bell had sounded.

Unexpectedly, a youthful and clear voice came from behind: "It's nothing, it's that little girl in the gray clothes, right? Didn't she come?"

The stone smiled slyly at the child peeking from outside, and said proudly: "You can go to the graveyard tonight to look for it, but be careful not to come back crying."

The fire in the stove is burning brightly, and on the stove lies a newly polished copper mirror. In the mirror, a young girl’s features have yet to fully develop, but one can faintly discern the semblance of a beauty. According to the descriptions in books, she has large eyes that seem to be shrouded in mist, always carrying a hint of sorrow, much like a small creature caught in a hunter's net, evoking a sense of pity that makes one reluctant to harm her, yet one cannot help but desire to capture her and keep her for amusement.

We must become heroes who are unafraid of the strong and the violent

Upon confirming that the fact of time travel was irreversible, I immediately conducted an investigation of the surrounding environment through various channels such as eavesdropping and side inquiries

He barged in and scrutinized me from head to toe, frowning as he said, "Why has your hair become so unattractive?"

I shrugged, tossed aside the fire stick, and continued practicing the lewd step technique, recalling in my mind the information I had gathered during this period as I walked

Due to my sensitive identity, I have not dared to show my face everywhere. Every day, I either squat in the kitchen helping to stoke the fire, wash vegetables, or assist with tasks, or I hide in my room practicing embroidery. Only when the sun is blazing at noon do I take the opportunity to sneak out for a couple of laps, familiarizing myself with the surroundings and conveniently getting a tan.

Then don't look! I am picking the fresh and juicy vegetables, too lazy to pay attention to him

"It's nothing." I waved my hand, signaling the woman to let the man be in the kitchen and to hurry up and leave.

You... do you think that just because my father doesn't allow me to hit girls, I would really not dare to hit? If you continue to be so arrogant, just try me

Lin Luor is adorable, particularly prone to tears, and does not dare to complain. The boys all enjoy teasing her, and she has earned multiple titles such as "Crying Cat," "Coward," "Ugly Duckling," "Stinky Girl," and "Fool"

It is precisely because of this face that in the original work, Lin Luor from the age of eight was favored by the beastly patriarch of the Nangong family, Nangong Huan, who took her as an adopted daughter and raised her by his side. Then, the beastly elder brother, Nangong Ming, fell in love with her at first sight, doting on her in every possible way, and through a combination of deception and seduction, he achieved a romantic relationship with her when she was fourteen. The equally unscrupulous Nangong Huan was furious, drove away his son, and forcibly took her back. The entire story begins with this dramatic conflict reminiscent of the battle between Lü Bu and Dong Zhuo, a melodramatic tale of a father and son turning against each other.

Shitou took a deep breath, made an effort to turn his gaze back, and said loudly: "Lin Luor, your cloth tiger is missing"

Go die! With such a naturally weak and submissive face, it's no wonder everyone likes to bully her! Teasing her until she cries!

Thus, the hero has perished gloriously

Could it be that ... ... belongs to the Nangong family

As I walked to the drying ground, I heard the sound of hooves outside the courtyard. It suddenly stopped at the door, and my aunt hurried in. Seeing that I was about to enter the house, she quickly called out: "Luo'er, hurry and help boil some water, and bring some cooked peanuts and eggs over, as we have distinguished guests resting in our tea house."

I turned back and laughed, saying: "Do you dare to fight? Are you not afraid of your father's prohibition and whip?"

My legs felt weak, and I turned to run

I turned half my body with great reluctance, raised the tray to eye level, kept my head lowered as much as possible to prevent the other party from seeing my face, took a few steps forward to hand the food to my aunt, then pretended to be shy by covering my face, and quickly rushed back to the kitchen, finally letting out a sigh of relief

The Nangong family, much like in the novels, is renowned for its Falling Flower Sword Technique and Finger Technique (though the specifics are somewhat unclear). It is a prestigious sect in the martial arts world, monopolizing both the legitimate and illegitimate businesses across two provinces, wielding immense power. The current head of the family is Nangong Huan, with his only son being Nangong Ming.

The stone, squatting on the ground and drawing circles, excitedly asked me, "What scared you?"

"Luo Er? Where has she gone?" Aunt was a bit anxious and hurriedly smiled at the guests, saying, "That girl is clumsy and slow in her movements, truly embarrassing Master Ming. I will go and teach her a lesson later."

Isn't it disgusting

Fortunately, the twin beasts of the Nangong family have not yet made their appearance, and I still have the opportunity to change my appearance and alter my fate

What are you doing? A voice of surprise came from outside the door

The steps I took were frozen in place, and I silently lamented in my heart

You... you foul girl, just wait for me!" Shi Tou stepped back two paces, disgustedly covering his mouth. Finally, he uttered a harsh remark, stomped his foot, and ran off. The subordinates hiding around the corner outside the door, seeing their leader frustrated, also scattered in a rush.

I shook my head

I was taken by surprise, and my mind momentarily couldn't catch up

Hearing the familiar voice of the young man, I instantly knew who he was

"What kind of toys can someone that big still play with? Do as you please." I gathered the selected vegetables, placed them in the basket, stood up, stretched, and pushed him away.

This unmonitored life is indeed leisurely, but the group of bored children in the village is quite troublesome

-- BY: Ke Xiaolu

Thank you. I sighed, took the gift, ignored his expectant gaze, casually tossed the mouse into the fire, poked it a couple of times with the fire stick, then turned around and smiled, "Just in time, I'm hungry. Once it's cooked, I'll share it with you. The mouse meat is plump and tender, truly delicious"

What are you trying to do to scare me again? I am a bit unhappy

From the above, we can draw two conclusions: the male protagonist in a light novel must have a strong background, while the female protagonist must possess a resilient fate that allows her to overcome her parents, thereby eliminating any moral fallacies that may interfere with her future development on the path of NP and clearing away all potential obstacles.

Li Family Village is situated along the post road, where horse-drawn carriages frequently pass. With nothing much to do, my grandmother set up a simple awning to sell some basic pastries, tea, and wine to the nearby travelers, earning a little pocket money.

The village where I live is called Li Family Village, located several dozen miles away from the Nangong family estate, with approximately one hundred households. Lin Luor's mother, a local, is named Li Sanniang. She married Lin Xiao, a scholar from Luocheng, ten years ago, and their relationship was harmonious. They had a son and a daughter, but unfortunately, their son passed away at the age of five. Her husband also tragically drowned in an accident three years ago. The two women were looked down upon by the snobbish relatives of the Lin family and had no choice but to return to her maternal home. In her shame and anger, Sanniang fell ill with a serious disease and was bedridden, passing away within a few months, leaving her daughter to be cared for by her maternal grandmother and brother-in-law. Fortunately, both women were kind-hearted individuals who practiced vegetarianism and Buddhism, and their family situation was still manageable. Seeing that Lin Luor was weak in health and had a gentle disposition, they did not treat her harshly, but since they had four children of their own, they did not pay her much attention either.

The stone asked again: "What about your eyelashes? Were they also burned by the fire?"

The kitchen door was lightly knocked twice, and a loud voice like that of a stone echoed: "Hey, Crybaby Cat, turn around."

Young Master Ming? It is truly Nangong Ming

Align with the unattractive! Start with myself!

I am increasingly anxious and unwilling to go out

He looked at the fire, then at me, and then around the room, pointing to the floor and asking: "Why is there so much cut hair on the ground?"

The stone saw me approach, cleared its throat lightly, and continued to announce: "Do you know where that cloth tiger is?"

"No! Come back!" Children in ancient times were more precocious than those in modern times. I quickly grabbed him and forced a smile to explain, "I wanted to change my hairstyle myself, but I ended up messing it up with a haphazard cut. Don't make such a fuss."

I pondered for a moment, my face unflushed and my heart steady, and replied: "Indeed!"

To my surprise, when I looked up, I did not see a stone face, but rather the countenance of a remarkably handsome boy, around twelve or thirteen years old. He was dressed in a long blue robe embroidered with a white dragon pattern, equipped with a precious sword at his waist, and wearing black cloud boots. He was staring at me with wide eyes, filled with curiosity.

I was startled as I walked with a bow-legged gait, hunched back, and slouched shoulders, practicing a sneaky way of walking. Turning around, I saw the child king named Shitou, standing on the steps, staring at me in a daze

Jehovah, Guanyin, the Queen Mother of the West, Ultraman above... Let me take a moment to bow my head in silence first

The group of little rascals in the village has brought in all sorts of things like cauliflower snakes and dead centipedes, which I have completely disregarded. I eliminate one as it comes, two as they arrive, and I even took the time to give them a stern lesson, leaving them dejected and quite downcast.

I silently recited slogans to motivate myself, picked up a sharp pair of scissors, gritted my teeth, and after hesitating for a long time, I simply could not bring myself to make an incision on my face without sterilization equipment. Instead, I carefully trimmed off the thick lashes at the roots, then cut my bangs, haphazardly snipping away to create a thick layer resembling a watermelon rind that covered most of my eyes. After looking in the mirror, I felt that I had concealed quite a bit, and only then did I stop.

I was still in a state of shock. I initially intended to say a couple of lines, but then I remembered that the situation outside was unclear. It would be best to find someone to take a look. So I tempted him: "The young master of the Nangong family is resting in my tea house, don't you want to go see the excitement?"

I walked away with great swagger, not even looking back

The stone was furious: "You little brat, don't be so arrogant! Be careful... be careful that I teach you a lesson!"

They are truly a bunch of easily frightened individuals

The water on the stove is about to boil, and I am once again troubled about how to send it out

I was already prepared with my response and quickly answered: "I accidentally got burned by fire"

"Cut it out," the stone interjected disdainfully, "Is she shy? That foul girl is quite bold now!"

Boys are naturally in awe of heroes, upon hearing this, Shitou dropped the branch and ran away in a flash

The hair emitted a strong burnt smell in the fire, and he stood there in shock for a while, suddenly realizing: "Are you crazy? Should I go get someone to take a look at you?"