Chapter 10, Being Overly Clever

No one saw the weariness in her slowly opening eyes, filled with a chilling coldness

The cold, ruthless voice of Friday echoed above her head. Amidst the cold sweat pouring down, she looked hazily and vaguely saw that there were two other people beside him, one of whom was taking out an extremely slender needle.

But... I did not agree... I did not... I really did not!" Chu Yu suddenly reached out and tightly grabbed Jin Yao's pant leg, hissing in a low voice, tears could not help but flow out.

As they had anticipated, Lady Liu Er headed straight for Chu Yu

She let out a cry, believing she had screamed out loud—yet in reality, the pain caused her to collapse to the ground, curling up into a ball. The scream never even escaped her lips, dissipating into the void.

He chuckled and said, "Then let's just wait."

What kind of place is Qiankun Courtyard? Lord Qin often travels far for official business, and if the sovereign is not present, it cannot be defended. How can it become the main base of the Yaosi?

After being rejected by Lady Liu Er, she left in a flustered yet composed manner, leaving behind a single remark: "If you change your mind, please inform me" before hurriedly departing

It is truly annoying

Jin Yao coldly looked at her, and Chu Yu saw unreserved and chilling murderous intent in his eyes

However

Have I not said that if you dare to act against Third Master or the Qiankun Courtyard, you will be torn to pieces

She gave up an opportunity—the chance to escape

On Wednesday, he nodded slightly, crouched down, and gently pinched her shoulder with his hand

Moreover

Some things require one to speak nonsense with their eyes wide open

Chu Yu endured immense pain, curling up and trembling as she said: "She wants me to use ... ... Qin Sheng ... ... to make Qin Sheng relinquish the authority of the family."

Gradually moving away, Mu Yao hesitated behind Jin Yao and said softly: "Chief, did we not just hear the conversation between Chu Yu and Madam Liu Er? Why do we need to perform this act again?"

If it were not for Aunt Jin wanting to see what Lady Liu Er intended to do, she would not have been allowed to mix in here

Master Qin Er is playing the role of a servant, attentively pouring tea for his wife, a look of anxiety on his plump round face: "Madam, what shall we do if Chu Yu does not agree to our request"

However, she will only be a self-important little person.

Indeed, how could such a petty person have the audacity to complain

Then, he turned to the person beside him and said coldly: "Shui Yao, that's enough."

She recognized the value of Chu Yu and intended to do business with her, and engaging in business requires seizing the right moment; when the time comes, favorable winds will surely carry her to great heights

... ...

If she were to agree to Lady Liu Er, even if she could escape from the Qian Kun Courtyard and flee from the Qin family, what would she do in the future

She turned to flee, but the next moment, someone suddenly pinched her scapula gently, and a sharp pain instantly pierced through her entire body

However, the overwhelming fatigue that cannot be concealed, along with the profuse sweat as if drenched in water, clearly indicates that the inhuman suffering has indeed existed.

Crash!

The cold water brought her back to her senses and calmed her down. After simply tidying herself up, she walked towards the door of the purification room

She turned her body aside, yet could only watch helplessly as the sword was directly placed against her neck

Jin Yao looked at her without saying a word, yet a smile gradually appeared in his peach blossom eyes, and he even suddenly released the sword that was resting on her neck

Shui Yao and the others immediately followed, while no one paid attention to the girl lying on the ground

Yes. On Wednesday and Thursday, the two of them reflected on Chuyu's behavior during the weekdays, and they both nodded in agreement.

That person, although initially appeared to be a formidable presence like a great demon king, during these days, even though she could not discern the depths of that individual, she remained vigilant and cautious around him. However, that person had never harmed her again; he seemed to sense the hostility from the people in the Qian Kun Courtyard towards her, and he followed her almost everywhere.

Madam Liu Er's eyes flashed with a strange, cold light as she slowly wiped her lips: "Just wait, someone will force her to come to us."

She innocently said, "When have I ever been unkind to your third grandfather? I believe it is you who finds me displeasing everywhere. If you wish to harm me, are you not afraid of being seen by your third grandfather?"

Not to mention the qin and sheng, even Aunt Jin and the others will not let this matter rest easily. The Qin family holds significant power and influence in Jiangnan, and it is possible that they may vent their anger on the Lao Hu family.

Chu Yu, feeling somewhat irritable, splashed water haphazardly on her face and murmured, "Forget it, let's take it one step at a time. After all, this can be considered a life of luxury and abundance."

Ah... damn it. The girl lay on the ground, in a disheveled state, slowly exhaling a breath, feeling as if the autumn sunlight before her was blinding, as if half of her life had melted away in this cold light.

Then Chu Yu rejected her outright; she was not unperturbed, but rather, like a mantis stalking a cicada while a yellow sparrow waits behind, how could one know in the end who would emerge victorious until the very last moment

However, Chu Yu was pierced by the cold smile in his peach blossom eyes, which resembled shattered snow and floating ice, causing her whole body to tremble, and she inwardly thought that it was not a good sign

The pain was as if all the meridians in her body were being violently twisted by a large hand, rendering her unable to utter a sound, and cold sweat immediately broke out on her body

Jin Yao coldly watched the person on the ground struggling in pain for a while, and just as they were about to faint, he let out a light scoff: "You better not."

To leave a person without any scars yet in unbearable pain is merely one of the lowest tactics in the realm of Yaozi

The sovereign is enchanted by you, yet it is impossible for them to be with you every moment.

But what if she complains to Master Qin ... ... " Shui Yao frowned slightly, still feeling a bit worried

It hurts so much, it really damn hurts!

What do you want, pretty boy!" Chu Yu looked at the sword-wielding person with some annoyance

In the clean room, only Chu Yu remained. She stared blankly at the clear water flowing gently from the handwashing area for quite some time, and suddenly let out a soft sigh

Jin Yao flashed a cold smile in his eyes and turned to leave

That person seemed to deliberately let her see the sword in his hand, and she could sense the momentum of the sword's edge, yet she simply could not evade it

In the next moment, Chu Yu felt as if the heart-wrenching pain had instantly receded like a tide from her body, as if it had never existed at all

Is this guy deliberately humiliating her for her lack of martial skills

Madam Liu Er also watched the autumn breeze sweep through the courtyard, and she smiled leisurely. Unlike the self-righteous woman Shen San, she was the daughter of a businessman. In her eyes, people were only divided into those who could do business and those who could not, without any distinction of superiority or inferiority.

Oh? Lord Qin Er's eyes brightened, and he became even more attentive, handing a silk handkerchief to his wife while asking, "What do you mean?"

Jin Yao looked down at Chu Yu, who was curled up on the ground, and mockingly said: "Chu Yu, a person's patience is limited. Do not think that with Third Master here, we are helpless against you. The easiest thing in this world is to die, but the hardest is to live a life worse than death. If you do not wish to experience other methods from the Yao family, it is best to tell us what you and Madam Liu Er are plotting."

The fool who does not resemble a fool

I believe that you, Chu Yu, being such a tactful person, certainly know what can be said and what cannot be said. Jin Yao lowered his head to look at the extremely disheveled figure on the ground and said淡淡地道.

She certainly would not report it

Woeーー ! ''

That girl’s influence over the sovereign exceeds our imagination, yet she is not foolish to the point of being completely naive. However, the Qian Kun Courtyard cannot accommodate even a grain of sand; some fools still need to be admonished, lest they truly believe one day that they can use the emperor to command the lords.

In the courtyard, which is usually bustling with people, not a single servant can be seen at this moment, except for two individuals seated in the small pavilion

Just as she had just left the clean room, she suddenly saw a chilling light glaring directly at her neck

Lord Qin Er was somewhat bewildered, but upon seeing his wife's demeanor, he felt reassured. Although his wife was shrewd and assertive, keeping him firmly in check and often embarrassing him in front of the servants, a daughter from the Xiangnan Liu family was certainly not someone to be trifled with

A sudden jolt ran through Chu Yu's heart; could it be that she was seen by Jin Yao just now while she was with Madam Liu Er?

Chu Yu closed her eyes and weakly nodded her head

Suddenly, a pair of amber eyes flashed before her, quietly filled with a gentle and subtle smile, gazing at her.

The chill of Friday's gaze deepens: "Ah..."

The Fengyue Courtyard is the most splendid and ostentatious courtyard of the Qin family, adorned with white jade bridges, beautiful stones reflecting the flowing water, and everywhere one looks, there is beauty. Even in late autumn, the flowers, birds, fish, and butterflies, carefully nurtured in the warm rooms, remain as lush as in spring and summer

Madam Liu Er was still dressed in the attire of a maid from the Qian Kun Courtyard. She enjoyed the service of Master Qin Er, took a sip of tea, and said leisurely: "That girl is not a fool; she is indeed difficult to deal with. However, we need not be anxious. Although she has rejected my request, the situation may still have a turning point."

Friday coldly remarked: "After experiencing the thunderous methods of Yao Si, do you really think that someone as cunning and opportunistic as Chu Yu would have the audacity to act? If she dares to commit such a foolish act, Yao Si has plenty of ways to make her regret her actions."

The long needle made of cow hair, glimmering with a blue light, caused Chu Yu's pupils to constrict

He had plotted for so long to risk his life to send Lady Liu Er into the Qian Kun Courtyard, but what he brought back was not good news, which made Old Master Qin Er anxious

Chu Yu, originally from the constabulary, possesses some skills taught by Lao Hu. He noticed someone approaching with a sword early on, feeling the force of the wind as it rushed towards him