Chapter 1205: Chapter 1178: Cannon Fodder in the Demon Hunting Novel 42

Some people who had grudges with the Xu Family were gloating, while others were eagerly watching the commotion.

Perhaps the Xu Family really didn’t know how to conduct themselves. They had lived here for many years, yet not a single neighbor came out to speak on their behalf.

Mrs. Xu was filled with rage, both frightened and angry.

She shouted loudly, "Grandma is mad, probably hysterical, quickly help her inside, quickly..."

Lan Susu supported Mrs. Xu and then weakly stepped forward to persuade An Hui, "Sister-in-law, I know you’re upset about Cousin wanting to take a concubine, but no matter what, you can’t tarnish the Xu Family’s reputation like this. After all, after you married in, Aunt never wronged you, nor did Cousin..."

"Bah."

An Hui spat a mouthful of saliva on Lan Susu’s face, "What right do you have to speak here? Don’t think I don’t know your thoughts. If you want to marry your cousin, go ahead. Back then, you two were already close. Why let Xu Jiamao marry me, an outsider? Wouldn’t it be better if you cousin and brother were a perfect match? But your family is impoverished, and the Xu Family isn’t doing well either, so they set their sights on my family’s wealth, wanting to fill their hole with my dowry. Once I have a child, you’d find a way to kill me, spend my money, and beat my child. How can such a young girl be so vicious? They say poisonous snakes are venomous; I think you are a poisonous snake."

Lan Susu was so startled that she quickly took a few steps back.

Then she regained her composure, patted her chest, and said aggrievedly, "I don’t understand what Sister-in-law is saying. If you can’t tolerate me, I’ll just leave."

An Hui crossed her arms and sneered, "Then go ahead and leave, you’ve said it so many times, but you never actually go."

An Ning tugged on Xiao Yuan’s sleeve beside her, "This Lan Susu is a descendant of the Snake Clan, right?"

Xiao Yuan nodded, "Indeed, a venomous snake."

An Ning was quite curious, "How was she born? Live-birthed or egg-layed?"

Xiao Yuan shook his head, "How would I know."

"I want to see."

An Ning glanced at Lan Susu’s belly, "They’re getting impatient. Lan Susu is pregnant."

An Ning’s eyes flickered as she glanced at the old doctor who had just checked Ru Yi’s pulse. That old doctor shivered as he turned his head towards Lan Susu.

The old doctor stroked his beard and said to An Hui, "Grandma Xu, be careful not to touch this young lady. It’s obvious she’s pregnant. If anything happens, she might blame you."

"What?"

An Hui was shocked and then began to cry, "I knew it, you’ve all colluded, just waiting to kill me so you can reap the benefits."

She told the Luo Family servants who followed her, "Quickly capture the one named Lan, go on, bring more doctors to check."

Lan Susu wanted to avoid them, but the Luo family’s servants were very strong and directly captured her.

Mrs. Xu was anxious, "Luo, what are you doing? Are you disregarding me as your mother-in-law?"

"What are you saying, Madam?" An Hui laughed, with a hint of sarcasm in her smile, "Cousin has been living with us for so many years. If anything happens, how would you answer to the deceased Auntie? In my opinion, it’s better to see clearly, to prevent gossip in the future. If Cousin is pregnant, we need to find out who’s responsible and make them answer to us. If she’s not, that would be best, to prevent Cousin from getting confused and blaming me for anything. Don’t you think so?"

The Luo family servants moved really fast.

While An Hui and Mrs. Xu were arguing, they managed to intercept a doctor who had just finished diagnosing at someone else’s home.

The doctor was dragged over and was made to check Lan Susu’s pulse in front of many people.

Initially, the old doctor was reluctant, but Luo Anhui pulled out a piece of Silver.

He immediately smiled and went over to help with the diagnosis.

After checking the pulse, the old doctor smiled and congratulated Mrs. Xu, "Congratulations to you, Madam, this young lady... is with child. Your family will be welcoming a new member."

Many of the onlookers laughed.

Mrs. Xu’s old face turned beet red with embarrassment.

She glared at Lan Susu, "What’s going on? Which wild man did you..."

"Sister-in-law, why are you framing me like this?"

Lan Susu refused to admit that she was pregnant. She pushed everything onto An Hui, "You bribed the doctors to say I’m pregnant; what are your intentions? I thought I never opposed you, yet you can’t tolerate me."

An Hui sneered, "So what if I can’t tolerate you? If you have the guts, then leave."

A fierce light flashed in Lan Susu’s eyes, and for a moment, her eyes turned completely red.

But it was just a moment, and most didn’t notice it.

An Ning bit her lip and sent a stream of spiritual energy towards An Hui, protecting her and the three children.

Xiao Yuan’s face turned cold.

"This mongrel dares harm people in broad daylight."

He pulled a paper figure from the Qiankun Bag, blew on it, and tossed it on the ground.

The paper figure instantly transformed into a real person, taking the shape of a Daoist with an immortal demeanor, carrying a sword on his back.

"Bold creature, how dare you harm people in the bustling city."

The Daoist spoke as soon as he landed, pointing his treasure sword at Lan Susu.

A beam of light shot from the sword, striking Lan Susu, who let out a scream and collapsed to the ground shortly after.

"Susu, what’s wrong with you?"

Mrs. Xu knew that Susu carried her grandchild. She anxiously went over to support Lan Susu.

But before she could extend her hand, she watched as Lan Susu transformed into a black-patterned python.

"Ah!" Mrs. Xu screamed and fainted on the spot.

An Hui’s face turned white with fear. She clutched the three children, holding her daughter tightly in her arms, continuously murmuring, "Heavens, protect us, this humble woman only asks for the safety of my children."

The servants brought by the Luo Family were also terrified.

Yet they were well-trained and didn’t abandon their master, instead gathering around An Hui to protect her.

On the street, the spectators scattered in fear, but some brave souls still watched from afar, and not a few shouted, "A demon, a demon! The Xu Family’s cousin is actually a Snake Demon."

The black snake hissed and slithered towards An Hui, spewing a jet of venom from its mouth.

A golden light emanated from An Hui’s body, quickly forming a golden shield that protected her, the children, and the Luo family servants inside it.

The venom fell to the ground, corroding a large part of the stone road.

The sword-wielding Daoist was furious, "Abominable monster, revealing your true form and still daring to harm others. Today, I won’t let you go."

Xiao Yuan held An Ning’s hand and asked, "Do you want to eat snake soup?"

An Ning shook her head, "No need, but we should keep the snake gallbladder."

"Alright, keep the snake gallbladder."

Xiao Yuan smiled, and the paper-turned Daoist, in sync with Xiao Yuan’s thoughts, swung his sword at the black snake.

Many people, seeing the Daoist subdue the demon, grew bolder and instead of running chaotically, gathered to watch from a distance.

Some even began discussing, "Grandma Xu must be kind-hearted. Did you see? She is protected by golden light."

"Grandma Xu is lucky and blessed; otherwise, she might have been harmed by the Snake Demon long ago."

"What is the Xu Family thinking? Grandma Xu seems nice, yet they treat a Snake Demon as a treasure."

"The child in the Snake Demon’s belly has to be Master Xu’s, right? Tsk, they really are daring, to be with a snake..."

"The Snake Demon is Mrs. Xu’s niece. Could it be... Mrs. Xu is also a demon? Then, is Master Xu also..."

"Quick, report to the government. They need to find a high priest to properly investigate the Xu Family."