! Chapter 870 (1/2)

Chapter 870: Xiao Ya IV

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation  Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

“I was afraid that the people out there would think that I have kidnapped her. Hence, I continued making the back hill a forbidden area. Usually, the guards would guard the foot of the back hill and no one is allowed to step into it without my company. Fortunately, the lady has left the place. I can finally lift the ban.”

“No, the back hill should remain forbidden and make sure to keep everyone out.” Feng Ruqing shook her head.

“Why?”

“I don't know. I always think there is something that we don't know about on the back hill.”

The back hill was part of the chief manor. If there was something there, Gu s.h.i.+ would definitely know it sooner or later. However, Feng Ruqing did not explain further and left Gu s.h.i.+ guessing.

Sure enough, Feng Ruqing's words had left Gu s.h.i.+ pondering. He was still lost in thought when he left.

There must be a reason why all the former manor masters had made the back hill a forbidden place—a reason that Gu s.h.i.+ did not know of. What could that be?

Under the setting sun, Feng Ruqing leaned lazily against the pavilion. Her eyes were fixed on the lady who was walking toward her with a servant.

The lady had a fine figure, her hair was long and straight like a waterfall. Now, she looked refres.h.i.+ng. However, her scar-covered face made her look horrifying.

Initially, the lady seemed unsettled. However, when she saw Feng Ruqing, she quickly calmed down.

‘Fortunately, she is still here.'

“What's your name?” Feng Ruqing asked, as the corner of her lips lifted.

The lady pursed her lips together, her eyes lit up as she stared at Feng Ruqing.

“You can't speak? Can I call you Xiao Ya1?” Feng Ruqing smiled sweetly