Chapter: 1415 (1/2)
AST 1415 – Qing Shui at a Loss
“I’m all good now, thanks to Qing Shui. Why don’t you thank him on my behalf?” said Hua Rumei, holding onto the woman’s arm affectionately.
Her action gave Qing Shui quite a surprise. These two definitely have a special relationship. To Qing Shui, even among women, there are few or even none who could hold the woman’s arm.
He didn’t expect her to start helping him so soon.
When Hua Rumei said that, only then did the woman look towards Qing Shui, but she stayed silent. Then, Hua Rumei said, “Palace lord, I was just cured today, why don’t the three of us have a meal together as thanks to Qing Shui. Let’s treat it as a celebration for me, I haven’t eaten well in years and it’s getting unbearable.”
Seeing the situation, the old monster took his leave. Hua Rumei courteously persuaded him to stay. Ignoring her, the old man nodded at Qing Shui, and left.
The woman stared at Qing Shui silently, cold and unpredictable as ever. Hua Rumei smiled and said, “Wait for me while I go prepare some food.”
Qing Shui was not sure if Hua Rumei really knows how to cook or if her intention was to let him have some alone time with the woman – better make sure, so he stopped her, saying, “You just recovered. I can make some medicinal porridge for you, if you like. It’s better that I go.”
“It’s fine. I’ll go!” Hua Rumei hinted to Qing Shui.
After slight thought, Qing Shui decided to stay and Hua Rumei headed towards the kitchen.
Only Qing Shui and the woman remained in the room. Her presence gave off a cold vibe inside the room.
The two sat in the room, accompanied by dead silence. Qing Shui suddenly realised he was never talkative to begin with, the current situation made it worse. All sorts of conversation seemed weak when up against this woman.
He felt that anything he said would be pointless.
“Do you want to drink anything?” said Qing Shui awkwardly.
“You don’t belong at Demon Lord Palace,” the woman looked at him, ignoring what he said.
Stunned, Qing Shui replied, “Why do you say so? I don’t think there’s no such thing as whether or not I belong. In this land where the fittest survive, I must adapt to the land. I feel that I’m better off adapting myself to the palace.”
“Do you not know of Demon Lord Palace’s reputation? Being here is a lifelong curse for you, even your friends and family won’t be safe,” said the woman gently.
“No one would dare disturb my family, no one. I know Demon Lord Palace but I don’t give a damn about the rumours outside. The one month I’ve been here made me feel that this place is a lot better than the supposed “path of justice” out there.” That was the only thing Qing Shui could say in this conversation.
“Many forces want Demon Lord Palace gone and that fact ain’t changing but I will destroy them all. Stay here, and you’ll make countless enemies.”
It was the first time Qing Shui heard the woman say so much. Her voice calm and cold but oddly charming. The feeling was indescribable but hearing her words somehow gave some sort of an impact.
“I’m not scared of making enemies. I waited a long time before knowing about Demon Lord Palace and since that moment, I’ve already made my decision.”
The woman stared at him. She understood what he meant. He was not blunt, but it was clear that he came for his own sake.
“As long as you know what you’re doing,” she replied.
He nodded silently; the conversation couldn’t go on anymore, though this much had already exceeded his expectations.
Maybe it was because of his silence, Hua Rumei came back rather quickly. The meal was ready but she did not make it, her personal chef did.
She smiled and said, “Hungry? Let’s eat!”
The woman nodded.
Qing Shui stood up and said, ” Let me help you take it out.”
Food was served quickly. The dishes were freshly cooked and tasted good. This was the Demon Lord Palace, with Hua Rumei as Vice Palace Lord, of course the food was top notch.
“Drink some wine, it cures wounds and nourishes your skin,” Qing Shui said while holding a large jar of Tiger Bone Liquor. Drinking liquor strengthens male libido, nourishes women’s skin and even strengthens the body.
Of course, do not overdrink.
“What a fragrance, let me try,” said Hua Rumei excitedly, looking at Qing Shui. Actually, she felt a bit uneasy. She knew what he meant but she knew the chances of it were bleak. However, she had to help him – he saved her and now the success of it depended on her.
Qing Shui poured a cup for her, then for the woman, and lastly for himself.
“Cheers, to my recovery,” Hua Rumei raised her cup, but there was something behind her smile.
The woman slowly raised her cup, “Today was a joyous day,”
Qing Shui followed, “Congratulations on your recovery.”
The two drank slowly and elegantly. Qing Shui finished his rather quickly, so he watched them drink. Nothing could be said for Qing Shui’s wine. Hua Rumei started slowly, then finished it in one gulp. On the other hand, the women finished it slowly. Her way of drinking was fascinating, a kind of beauty that cannot be described with words, a pride worthy of admiration.