Chapter Seven, The Fire Disaster

However, even though they had stolen a considerable amount of property, they were still not doing well at that moment

Yet, Rong Huaar, while crying, unexpectedly collapsed into Dongfang Qingyao's embrace

I continue to smile foolishly and point to the sky: "In the sky, there is the moon, the moon, round, where has it gone?"

His words were indeed astonishing. Everyone could not help but turn their gaze towards him

The entire Liufang Pavilion is constructed of wood, which naturally burns very quickly. Although it is referred to as firefighting, in reality, it is merely an effort to contain the flames and prevent them from spreading to other areas

I was momentarily taken aback. The pure white moonlight filtered down through the shadows of the trees above, scattering in tiny fragments upon his well-defined features. It appeared somewhat blurred, yet it accentuated his elegance, which distinctly contained a certain flowing essence. It was intangible, invisible, yet palpable, like a delicate petal in my heart, quietly dropping a dewdrop in the early morning, stirring slightly, and one could even hear the soft sound of the dewdrop falling.

At this moment, Su Xu, who had been looking at me, smiled and said: "In fact, your illness should not be difficult to treat"

What impresses me the most is Rong Huar. She moved the corners of her mouth several times before transforming her pain and shock into joy and delight. She embraced me tightly, half crying and half laughing, exclaiming: "Sister, are you alright? Sister, are you really okay? That's wonderful, my silly sister!"

Rong Jincheng seemed to let out a sigh of relief, pulling me close and examining me carefully for a moment. There were already tears of joy glistening in his eyes as he said, "Silly child, did you run out in the middle of the night to see the moon? It seems you are quite fortunate."

Rong Huar and Su Xu both heard it and looked at him

Dongfang Qingyao let out a sigh, looking at my foolish appearance, and couldn't help but sigh again

Su Xu smiled faintly and said, "I believe Master Rong has always sought medical treatment for the Third Miss. However, has he never invited a celestial master to take a look?"

I laughed even more foolishly

If it were in modern times, I would certainly not have the opportunity to appreciate such a splendid scene, nor would I have the chance to witness so many rich expressions

Does Rong Jincheng agree?

When they had made enough noise and the fire was nearly extinguished, the sky was already bright. The people, who had been restless throughout the night, looked at each other wearily. As Dongfang Qingyao was persuading and helping the exhausted Rong Huaar to return to her residence, I stepped out.

However, Rong Jincheng was unable to notice the shock of others. He stood with his hands clasped behind his back in front of the ruins of Liufang Pavilion, inadvertently sighing, filled with melancholy. His dark brows were tightly knitted, exuding deep sorrow, and there were already a few strands of white in his hair, gently swaying in the morning breeze, quietly fluttering in the warm sunlight.

Everyone was astonished, especially Lady San, who stood with her mouth agape for a long time before exclaiming: "How can this be!"

Su Xu clearly did not inform anyone about encountering me; he was merely trying his best to hold back Dongfang Qingyao, who was about to rush into the fire, calmly speaking words of comfort such as "Good people have their own heavenly protection"

I almost vomited

Su Xu sighed again: "Has no one ever informed Master Rong that your daughter possesses an extraordinary fate, distinguished and refined, and is undoubtedly a person of exceptional talent and insight?"

I have seen many villains in television dramas, but I have never encountered a sister who is so shameless and such a skilled actress, especially in ancient times

Except for Su Xu, everyone who saw me walking out with my head full of grass and branches, hands in my sleeves, laughing foolishly, was astonished

He will certainly agree! Moreover, he said: "Alright, if someone can cure Shuer, I am willing to give half of my family fortune to express my gratitude for their help!"

Unparalleled grace? A talented woman? Could this be how Su Xu feels about me?

Rong Jincheng was also very anxious, rushing to the front several times to extinguish the fire, only to be pulled back each time.

I do not know whether Rong Hua'er and her son are as cruel as imagined, but Su Xu believes so, which is evidently the best interpretation.

A smile also appeared on my own face. Perhaps it was a playful yet profound smile.

Dongfang Qingyao saw that she was crying too sorrowfully, and despite his intense anger, he suppressed it and went to comfort her

The women, who feigned a choking sensation, all widened their eyes and swallowed their saliva

Su Xu smiled and said, "Of course there is. Moreover, I am fortunate to know one. If Master Rong is at ease, I would like to take your esteemed daughter to the capital, and after six months, I will certainly return to you a talented young lady of unparalleled grace." As he spoke, he looked at me warmly.

The sound of footsteps grew closer; I could not afford to linger under Su Xu's gaze any longer and hurriedly retreated along the inconspicuous path towards Liufang Pavilion

Su Xu is going to pursue again, I have sighed: "Forget it"

In this ancient world where one feels utterly alone, Rong Jincheng, Dongfang Qingyao, and Su Xu find that it is not as cold and heartless as depicted in books and illustrations

Rong Jincheng was naturally concerned about his daughter's condition and hurriedly said: "Immortal master? There is none. In her childhood, I did invite a high monk to examine her, who said that her soul was incomplete, hence she possesses intelligence but lacks knowledge, and no medicine can cure her.

Now, everything is completely gone; in a single fire, all the old belongings, all the memories, all the past have utterly and thoroughly vanished

I want to laugh, yet I cannot.

His eyes sparkled like stars as he looked at me, slowly extending his hand to rest on my shoulder, and gently asked, "Are you pretending to be foolish just to avoid drawing the attention of that mother and daughter, so as not to fall into their trap?"

Dongfang Qingyao, unable to wait any longer, asked, "So, Brother Su, is there truly anyone in this world who can connect with the heart of heaven?" In his view, being able to marry a wife with a clear mind would likely be a long-cherished dream.

His voice remained a sincere mix of anxiety and shock, as if Rong Shuer, no matter how foolish, was still his fiancée, his family. A wave of warmth surged in my heart

Rongjin City Road: "She was born with an incomplete soul, how can it be summoned back?"

Faintly, from the direction of Su Xu, the voice of Dongfang Qingyao could be heard: "Brother Su, did you see it? It is the place where Shu Er lives! I wonder how she is..."

Dongfang Qingyao smiled confidently and said, "Yes, my esteemed uncle. From now on, I will take good care of her and seek renowned doctors to see if we can find a cure."

Su Xu smiled and said, "Then, has Master Rong never considered summoning the soul of your daughter?"

I was taken aback and quickly stepped back, discreetly shaking off his hand that was resting on my shoulder, and quietly said to him: "Can you keep a secret for me?"

Madam San and Rong Hua'er were scolding her fiercely, one crying for her beloved daughter, the other weeping for her precious younger sister, blaming the maid for not extinguishing the lamp, blaming the maid for locking the young lady in the room, and blaming themselves for not taking good care of the foolish girl who had lost her mother at a young age. Almost all the wives and concubines of Rong Jincheng had arrived, but these two were crying the most sorrowfully.

I had a moment when I almost could not conceal my astonishment

Rong Jincheng naturally heard this, and he awkwardly said: "Alas, this child is usually not this confused. Occasionally, he acts a bit foolishly."

At this moment, what is he thinking? Is he thinking of that beauty who lived alone in the deep, silent courtyard and has passed away? Is he reminiscing about the happiness and youth he once possessed? Is he reflecting on the joys and sorrows they shared together?

This statement seems somewhat perfunctory. Rong Jincheng has always been wealthy, and his first wife has only this one daughter. If there were truly a chance to save her, how could he not spare no effort in seeking medical help? Moreover, if she has been mentally challenged since childhood, even modern medicine would have no feasible solution.

The buildings of Liufang Pavilion have mostly fallen into the sea of fire, and from near and far, cries for help in extinguishing the fire can be heard from all directions. The sound of footsteps is approaching from nearby

She began to cry again. It seems that the tears at this moment must carry a degree of sincerity

Su Xu sighed, saying: "The master of the Rong family may not be aware that in this world, those whose souls are incomplete are often exceptionally gifted and extraordinary individuals. It is precisely because their intelligence is too profound that they are envied by heaven, which thus confines their souls and seals their wisdom, rendering them indistinguishable from the masses, or even appearing foolish. As long as one can find a person capable of understanding the will of heaven, and sincerely pray for blessings, knocking on the heart of heaven, once heaven is moved, it will release their souls and unseal their wisdom, allowing them to regain their true selves and become outstanding individuals."

Father, this is indeed a father. If my father were here, he would likely treat me in this way as well

Fortunately, at that moment, everyone was in shock, and no one noticed the fleeting emotion that passed through my eyes

The sisterly bonds and rivalries of the Rong family are not something I wish to investigate, nor do I intend to perpetuate them. I am merely a soul from a different time and space, destined to return to the era that belongs to me. This will be the sole purpose and pursuit of my existence in this time and space

Rong Jincheng remained silent. It is likely that he had also sought someone to calculate the fortune of Rong Shuer. However, given Rong Shuer's foolishness, if the fortune teller were to produce a birth chart claiming that she was exceptionally talented, it would be nothing short of laughable. Therefore, even if her fate were truly remarkable, Rong Jincheng would certainly not believe it.

Rong Jincheng exclaimed in surprise, "Then, does Young Master Su believe that my daughter is indeed one of those individuals with extraordinary innate talent?"

He asked me if he could take me away. What does it mean? Does he pity me? Does he want to save me from peril?

This Su Xu is not simple

The maids living in the other house have all escaped, some clutching cloth bags or wooden boxes, presumably valuable items hastily grabbed before the great fire.

I disheveled my hair and dirtied my hands and face, then hid in the bushes not far from Liufang Pavilion, coldly observing the various people outside the pavilion who were rushing to extinguish the fire

Su Xu replied, "Can I take you away from here?" His voice was surprisingly serious

Su Xu's gaze towards them began cold, but later it was accompanied by a hint of a smile amidst the coldness, as if it were a meaningful smile filled with playful contemplation