Exile after Divorce? Empty the Scumbag Husband First!-Chapter 218 - 215: After That, Yuanxi Was Seen Preparing, Just as She Expected
Ah Ruolan immediately dragged her away to give her a good scolding! Everyone could hear Yuanxi’s continuous screams, but it was all her own doing.
Ruan Qing squinted slightly, considering this as accomplishing her goal smoothly.
She then looked at Ruan Qingsong to reassure him: "Brother, go find Ah Mei without worry, I’ll take care of the family."
Ruan Qingsong thought of Ruan Qing’s actions last night, and suddenly smiled: "Our Ruan Qing has really grown up, capable of protecting the family."
Ruan Qing didn’t pretend to be modest, gladly accepting the compliment: "It’s all thanks to Ah Mei and brother’s teachings."
They were no longer living in Capital City, and in this world, if she didn’t change, she would only be bullied.
She learned little by little from Ah Mei’s assertiveness. Yesterday, she went to find Yun Xiu, and they intended to test the waters at the hot springs to see if Yuanxi indeed had designs on her brother.
Upon arrival, they saw Yuanxi preparing, and it turned out to be exactly as she had thought.
Lately, Hong Shi, taking advantage of his burly stature, had been bullying other honest people during road construction, and Yun Xiu had been scolded by him.
Thus, Ruan Qing targeted him and taught him a lesson!
Killing two birds with one stone, this was no less than a good deed.
Even Yun Xiu gave her a thumbs-up, whispering: "Luckily Sister Ruan Qing figured it out, if Sister Mianmian returns, she will definitely be very pleased!"
Mianmian, hearing Ah Mei’s mention, collected her smile: "Ah Mei left several days ago, I wonder how she is now."
Little did they know, the night the Xingjia State prison caught fire, the blaze rose high, burning through the entire night.
People outside said it was a scene of lamentation and devastation within, and even Scholar Zhang couldn’t escape this calamity.
In the rocky forest within the city, Ruan Mian used spiritual spring water to cleanse Xie Huai’an’s wounds, then gave him medicine to ingest.
Letting the pill slide smoothly down his throat.
Apart from the severe wound on his ankle, he had other minor injuries, and had inhaled some mind-clouding drugs, causing him to pass out after losing blood.
Beside them, the White Tiger tilted its big head, blinking its eyes at Xie Huai’an.
It seemed to not understand why Ruan Mian was being so kind to him?
Seeing her cradling Xie Huai’an, the White Tiger rested its head on Ruan Mian’s shoulder, nuzzling her.
Its paw brushed at Xie Huai’an, wanting him down.
Ruan Mian, amused and exasperated, patted its head: "Don’t fuss, are you jealous?"
The White Tiger let out a whimper, and Ruan Mian instantly felt the man in her arms stir, she hastily pulled the White Tiger into her space.
"Sir? Sir?"
She called to him a few times, and Xie Huai’an slowly and laboriously opened his eyes.
Seeing Ruan Mian before him, his joy was mixed with a furrow of concern: "Mianmian, why are you here?"
Then, noticing the sky lit by the fire not far off, his face paled and an indescribable grief surged from his heart.
"Teacher..."
He held back his tears, clutching his own palm tightly, his eyes turning crimson.
As he closed his eyes, it was as if a sharp fish bone pierced deep into his heart.
Ruan Mian had been brought in by Birds and Beasts; she had smelled the pungent oil outside the prison and realized things were amiss, rushing in to save people.
The situation had been urgent; she was even prepared to unleash the Space Spirit Beast for assistance if necessary.
However, upon entering, she saw Qi Nanfeng blocking Xie Huai’an’s path.
Anger overcame her, and she pierced his body, countless bloody holes leaving him no room to struggle.
This time, it was his destined moment to exit, no longer shielded by the original plot.
A tragic death was his fate.
But Elder Zhang suffered without reason.
Huo Zong had told her that Elder Zhang was extremely important to the gentleman.
Though unaware of specifics, Ruan Mian could clearly sense how deeply Elder Zhang’s death affected Xie Huai’an, a pain like having one’s heart ripped out.
She moved closer to Xie Huai’an, placing a hand on his shoulder, gently massaging.
Trying to find words of comfort but not knowing where to start.
Xie Huai’an lowered his gaze, turned to her, and forced a slight smile: "Thank you, Mianmian."
Xie Huai’an’s broken expression deeply touched Ruan Mian, making her heart ache with his.
Unable to resist, she pulled him into a warm embrace, her cheek pressed to his face, gently patting his back.
A moment later, Xie Huai’an spoke softly: "Everything should have gone according to my plan, and Teacher could have been rescued by me..."
But he hadn’t accounted for Qi Nanfeng’s appearance or Teacher’s willingness to end it all!
He had intended to play along when captured, having planned a retreat with numerous Hidden Guards stationed outside, ready to rescue Teacher with a signal.
Yet, man proposes but heaven disposes.
Ruan Mian waited for him to calm before speaking.
"The Fifth Princess set the prison ablaze, evidently aiming to eliminate you, sir. Though you’re currently safe, Xingjia is not a place to stay. Besides, your injuries require quiet recuperation."
"It’s no matter."
Xie Huai’an struggled to stand, enduring the pain in his legs, eyes determined.
"At this stage, I cannot betray Teacher’s wishes; the matter is settling, returning to Wuheng now is not the best choice."
"There are still matters I must tend to."
"Sir!"
Ruan Mian steadied his arm, looking into his eyes, probing further.
"The true reason behind your demotion, it’s not merely a setup, is it?"
Xie Huai’an glanced at her, chuckled bitterly, then reversed to grip her palm.
"Mianmian’s wisdom always saves the day; today, it’s thanks to your aid, or else..."
Even if he’d signaled, without timely help for these injuries, it’d hinder the matters at hand.
"Allow me to boldly guess, sir’s relegation to remote Wuheng, it must be under official orders to investigate related matters tied to King Yan, correct?"
Xie Huai’an gradually curbed his smile, brushing her stray locks behind her ear, speaking sincerely.
"Mianmian, when you were initially exiled, providing details on the rebels, though I don’t know how you know so much, it doesn’t matter."
"What matters is you can protect your family, live safely in Wuheng; that’s enough. As for the schemes and manipulations, they don’t concern you, don’t get ensnared in this whirlpool."
"It won’t be long before I return to the Capital City with evidence, then the court will transform, and everything will stabilize."
Ruan Mian grasped his wrist bone: "I understand this is a duty you cannot shirk, and know I shouldn’t risk causing you worry, but now you’re my husband, I can’t idly watch you take such risks."
"Mianmian, do you still remember what you said when we married?"
Ruan Mian’s eyes flickered, suddenly feeling a bit regretful.
Everyone has their ambitions, not interfering with each other’s paths, she just waits for his return.
But things have changed; her feelings for Xie Huai’an have deepened, forming bonds that she cannot ignore his safety.
