Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge-Chapter 419: What is the Second Young Master Ye’s Intention? (1)_1
"HMPH." Ye Ershao snorted coldly, his sword sweeping through the air, conjuring a fierce wind that forced the people around him back several steps.
As Ye Ershao took action, chaos erupted. Adopting the stance of a protector, he guarded Shangguan You tightly behind him, his sword showing no mercy, injuring swathes of foes with each strike, though without killing them outright.
"What is this? Is the Zhuge Family intending to outnumber and bully us as well?" a sultry voice rang out. Mudan’s bright red skirt swished as she stood seductively in the middle, an ambiguous smile on her face as she watched the scene unfold.
"Mudan, this is the Zhuge Family’s affair! Sensibly step aside, or don’t blame me for being rude. Don’t think that just because you have the face of a fox spirit, everyone will revolve around you!" Zhuge Yue roared, her eyes filled with venomous anger. It was the first time she had ever been so embarrassed, so utterly humiliated in public, and all because of that grotesque monster.
"You can’t blame Youyou and the others for this incident; you were the ones who made the first move," Fang Jianyu’s voice arose. He was standing by Shangguan You’s side, and Fang Jianfei’s figure had appeared beside them at some unnoticed moment.
"You all had better think carefully before you act again," Fang Jianfei said, standing next to Shangguan You and speaking coldly to Zhuge Yue. "This isn’t just an issue for the Zhuge Family; it’s a matter for our Hidden World Village. Besides, Muxue was here too, and he saw everything very clearly." He couldn’t stand it when people used their numbers to bully the few.
"I clearly saw this despicable woman slap Miss Yue several times and even kick her! Are you all saying you didn’t see that?" Li Zhaohong exclaimed with feigned surprise, her words stinging Zhuge Yue like several sharp slaps.
Zhuge Yue had never been struck like this in her entire life. She had always been coddled and cherished. Now, to be beaten by Shangguan You—how could she not be furious?
"Since you’re aware of being slapped a few times and kicked once, Miss Li, you should take it as a warning rather than spewing filth. Aren’t you just asking for a beating?" Shangguan You’s cool voice sounded. Her figure then flashed—a mere shadow to onlookers—followed by the distinct sound of slaps. With a THUD, Li Zhaohong was kicked away. Shangguan You patted her hands together, watching coldly as Li Zhaohong flew through the air. She despised anyone calling her a ’despicable woman’ and would flatten anyone who did. A murderous glint flashed through her deep eyes.
"If I ever hear you insult me again, I’ll hit you every single time I see you," Shangguan You declared with a cold laugh, walking over to Ye Ershao. Since Ye Ershao was determined to escalate things, she would naturally play along. I just don’t know what Ye Ershao’s purpose is in doing this, she wondered.
"Junior Sister, are you alright?" Li Zhaoyang’s face was unsightly as he helped the blood-spewing Li Zhaohong from the ground. He glared hatefully at Shangguan You and Ye Ershao. Given their skills, Li Zhaoyang knew he and his sister were simply no match for Shangguan You and Ye Ershao.
"Everyone, allow me to say a word in fairness," Bai Muxue’s voice arose. His white robe fluttered elegantly as he stood before Shangguan You, offering her a gentle smile. He had truly underestimated this pair. Fortunately, he wasn’t their enemy; otherwise, he feared even he might not have been able to handle them.
"Brother Bai, this despicable woman hit me—" Zhuge Yue hadn’t finished speaking when two more slaps landed on her face. 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶
SLAP! SLAP!
Shangguan You struck again, sending two more slaps. Zhuge Yue’s cheeks swelled high, and she was left seeing stars, her vision blurring. Seeing the dangerous glint in Shangguan You’s cool eyes, a chill ran down Zhuge Yue’s spine.
"It was Miss Zhuge who started with the insults, prompting Youyou to retaliate," Bai Muxue said, smiling gently at Zhuge Yue. His smile was as warm as a spring breeze, making Zhuge Yue’s heart unexpectedly sweeten. Even now, Brother Bai still cares about me! "Moreover, the whole matter was a misunderstanding. Why make a mountain out of a molehill and risk complicating our affairs? Let’s not forget our purpose today: to find the missing Spirit Gathering Stone. Miss Zhuge, Miss Li, isn’t that right? Why not turn a big issue into a small one, and a small one into nothing? Let’s continue our search for the Spirit Gathering Stone. We shouldn’t let trivial squabbles distract us from finding it. After all, it’s a vital treasure for the Zhuge Family, correct?"
Bai Muxue’s mild questioning didn’t take sides but served as a reminder to Zhuge Yue and the others that finding the Spirit Gathering Stone was the priority. If they failed, the Zhuge Family would suffer the most.
"Hmph! She hit someone, and you think we should just let it go like that?" Li Zhaohong spat out a mouthful of blood, glaring at Shangguan You with hatred. Let it go so easily? Dream on! When has anyone from the Li Family ever been so humiliated? It was me she hit, and by extension, the entire Li Family! Beaten like this on Li Family territory? How could I possibly swallow this insult?
"You brought this all upon yourselves," Ye Ershao snorted coldly, his longsword now pointing directly at Li Zhaohong, a chilling aura emanating from its blade. "You’re not even worthy to carry my cousin’s shoes. If you want me to spare you, apologize to my cousin. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being harsh."
Li Zhaohong’s complexion turned pale, and her body swayed. Apologize? Dream on!
"Will you apologize or not?" Ye Ershao’s voice grew even colder. If Li Zhaohong and Zhuge Yue refused, he might very well run them through.
"Oh dear, Young Master, why be so angry?" Mudan interjected with a light laugh, exuding even more charm. "Could you bear to harm such a beautiful lady, even if she is under your sword? Though she was disrespectful to your cousin, she is, after all, a member of the Li Family. You should give them some face, shouldn’t you?"
"The Li Family? So what?" Ye Ershao barked, his sword inching closer.
Shangguan You’s gaze wandered between Mudan and Ye Ershao, from one to the other. The more she watched, the more confused she became. An affair between Mudan and Ye Ershao? That was the conclusion her observations led her to.
"What a commanding presence you have, sir. However, it’s not an outsider’s place to discipline the disciples of the Li Family," an elderly voice suddenly declared. A powerful gust of Sword Qi swept through. Ye Ershao’s sword wavered, and he was forced to take a few steps back.
