Vol 7 Chapter 4 (2/2)

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Once he left the Palace gates, Xiang Shaolong allowed his horse to stretch its legs and in a short e

Lady Ya heard the sounds of the horse’s hooves and saw hi ht up, but a cloud quickly caain

Ever since Xiang Shaolong left Zhao, she has felt pain that was never felt before with guilt and regret biting her heart and soul like poisonous snakes In order to forget this man who has taken her heart, her actions beca has always been in a deep corner of her heart, a position that cannot be replaced During this ti that she can successfully forget about Xiang Shaolong but the appearance of this Dong Kuang has ignited a wondrous excite

Xiang Shaolong deliberately refused to look at her and in an instant has left her far behind

The houses in Handan are all lighted up by now and as it’s right after dinnerties on the streets Everywhere was quiet and peaceful

Xiang Shaolong thought of his beloved wives and maids in faraway Qin and felt warmth in his heart He wished that he could capture Zhao Mu alive i and return home

While traveling up the hilly road leading to Guo Zhong’s residence, he heard the sound of hooves behind hi back for a look, it turned out to be Zhao Zhi co after him

Once Xiang Shaolong saw that it’s her, he reestion and i on as he slowed down

Zhao Zhi was next to hi at hi seems to be very familiar with the streets of Handan!”

Once she said that, Xiang Shaolong i hi to catch up with hi as he replied, “Before I came, sooing to the Guo Residence for the feast as well?”

Zhao Zhi did not answer him but just stared at hi your voice andit sound hoarse!”

Xiang Shaolong was secretly la, a h to trick her This tiet what he wants He sighed and executed his specialhis hand on the horse’s back, ju in surprise, he landed neatly behind her His hands went forward, tightly hugging her tiny waist that has not an ounce of extra fat, pressed his face against hers and said, “Miss Zhi’s words are really strange Why would I deliberately make my voice sound like that?”

Zhao Zhi was greatly eled hard for a while but under such a situation this would only serve to increase the contact between the?”

Xiang Shaolong chortled as his hand reached out and grabbed her chin to turn her pretty face, giving a fierce kiss on her dainty and wet lips

Zhao Zhi moaned, as if lost in his manliness and flirtation, but was suddenly conscious as she elbowed him hard on his vulnerable armpit

Xiang Shaolong groaned as he flipped over the horse’s butt Although it was indeed painful, it was not as bad as he exaggerated, for he just wanted to giver her an opportunity sooth her ego

Zhao Zhi was so frightened that she turned her horse around and rode back to where Xiang Shaolong was lying She ju Kuang! Are you alright!”

Xiang Shaolong opened his eyes, his arain before turning around, pressing her down on the grass at the side of the road

Zhao Zhi’s body ith his hug yet she is unwilling to be taken advantaged of by hi Shaolong, so if she allows herself to be kissed again, then won’t she be betraying the man she secretly loves Hot tears ran down her eyes as she cried out, “If you ain, I’ll kill myself!”

Xiang Shaolong did not expect her to be so protective of her chastity and formed a newfound respect for her However he knows that if he were to leave her now, the situation would be evenif she ahs found out the truth, he cannot reveal his real identity Therefore he can only press her down hard and asked gently, “Do Miss Zhi hate me?”

Zhao Zhi feels as if her body has no intention of rejecting hiry and troubled She closed her pretty eyes, allowing the tears to flow freely as she said weakly, “Let o quickly, if someone passes by and sees us, I’ll be finished”

Xiang Shaolong lowered his head, kissing away one of her teardrops before hugging her into a standing position and said, “Miss is too alluring, please forgiveunable to control myself”

Zhao Zhi see her head piteously and saying, “You’re justfun of me Why do you still want to lie to me, I know that you are him”

Xiang Shaolong secretly sighed and still continued talking gently in his hoarse voice, “I’ll coht?”

Zhao Zhi snapped her dark eyes opened in joy and nodded her head vigorously

Xiang Shaolong used his sleeve to wipe away her reuilty as he said, “Co”

Zhao Zhi struggled out of his embrace and said quietly with her head lowered, “Zhao Zhi ait for you at hoht”

Xiang Shaolong was stunned, “Aren’t you going?”

Zhao Zhi smiled and pouted, “You’ve o and face others”

She jumped up her horse’s back and rode out a few steps, her head turned around and hands waving, a sweet sirl’s face ’s heart skip a few beat faster

Until she disappeared frohts and went towards the Guo residence to attend the feast

Guo Fu’s feast tonight has a lot less guests Besides Zhao Mu, Le Cheng, Han Chuang and Zhao Ba, there’s Li Yuan who hi’s 2 sons did not attend, forelsewhere

Guo Zhong is not as war his attentions especially on Li Yuan, as if he is the uest

Xiang Shaolong is already used to seeing how capricious people can be and knows that Guo Zhong is deliberately treating hiood books of Li Yuan, who can possibly become Chu’s most powerful man

Li YuanShaolong can clearly feel the hatred from him

That’s understandable, for he witnessed last night during the dance perfor closely with hi of Ji Yanran, it’s not difficult for him to see that this rare beauty has an interest in him

After some idle talk, Zhao Muin a low voice, “Why did his Majesty summon you?”

Xiang Shaolong aiting for this question and replied, “They asked ht Of course I won’t reveal the truth so I only said that ere discussing aboutup of the farm Marquis! It’s not I who is overly worried, but thatseems to be suspicious of you, I think Guo Kai must have secretly betrayed you!”

A frightening icy glare shot past Zhao Mu’s eyes as he said with a cold snort, “I will show them my prowess at a later time!”

Xiang Shaolong knows that he has already forced Zhao Mu up the path of rebellion Right at this tied the topic to more idle talk

Zhao Mu said with a sht’s feast?”

Zhao Ba replied, “She should be co, I’ve just sent someone to look for her”

The sounds of accessories clanging were heard as Zhao Ya floated over

Guo Zhong expressed his apology to Li Yuan, Le Cheng and Han Chuang before going to receive her

Zhao Ya’s eyes first landed on Xiang Shaolong beforeand Li Yuan stood She hesitated for a

Xiang Shaolong deliberately refused to look at her, his eyes turned to look at other places

The layout this ti her feast in Daliang, with a big round table in the middle of the hall with 10 seats

Xiang Shaolong was secretly counting in his heart, even if they included Zhao Zhi, there’s still an extra seat, so he wonders which esteeuest has yet to arrive

A fragrance wafted close and after Zhao Ya greeted the various people, she co just as he turned his head back, “Mister Dong’s horse is really fast, you arrived so much earlier than me”

Xiang Shaolong smiled suavely, as a form of reply

Just at this time, someone arrived

Under the accoirl who has taken racefully Zhao Mu and the rest all looked surprised, obviously no one knoho she is

Guo Zhong personally unveiled this reet our iest daughter Xiu’er!”

Zhao Mu exclaihter Why have you kept her away for so long, only giving us the pleasure of seeing her today”

Xiang Shaolong had a thought, and guessed that Guo Zhong has the intention of hter to Li Yuan so that if Zhao falls into trouble in future, they can hide in Chu, ould not be at the forefront of Qin’s attack and continue with his trade

A greatsteel and weapons will be welcome in any country but with the protection of a powerful official like Li Yuan, things will run a lot smoother for him

With the situation now, besides the 3 states, Chu is the furthest away fro Qins Qi is near 3 states, so they face the danger of close proximity, and as for Yan, after the defeat by Tian Dan, have become weak Only the state of Chu, which is at the far north, is still strong and still safe for the ti as the 3 states are still around, the Chus need not worry that the Qins would risk engaging in ith another state

The Wu fa, as an astute businessman, would naturally have to plan for himself

At this time Guo Xiu’er daintily walked to where everyone was and paid her respects

This young lady who is not older than 16 is sli-shaped face with delicate features Her pretty eyes look as if they could talk and as clear as autumn’s water, which added to her allure The corners of her htly in a shy smile, her face radiant Her beauty is al Everyone was attracted, including Li Yuan

Guo Zhong saas happening and was extrereet Mister Li”

Guo Xiu’er’s pretty eyes saw Li Yuan and they ihted up but her head lowered shyly as she moved towards them

Everyone iarded while Zhao Ya’s expression looked unnatural

Zhao Mu gave a sideways look towards Li Yuan, a flash ofpast which he quickly covered up but it did not escape Xiang Shaolong’s sharp eyes

Zhao Ya can feel her heart inclining towards this Dong Kuang whose crudity and gentleness cannot be deciphered She moved nearer to him and said, “Would Mister be free to come to my place to take a look at the horses I keep, so that Zhao Ya can seek your advice on rearing horses”

Zhao Mu thought that she has finally decided to obey hi Zhuo’ so he said with a siven her invitation, so let me accept on his behalf”

There’s no way Xiang Shaolong can make Zhao Mu lose face in public so he had no choice but to nod his head

Zhao Ya sa hesitant he was in agreeing so she rolled her eyes at him but did not talk about the date or time

The gong sounded and it’s time to be seated for the feast