Chapter 350

Chapter 350: Your Efforts Are Much Appreciated

As Shixin arrived at the front courtyard, Lǎotàitai of the Xu Mansion was already pulling Shixin into the grand hall to inquire about Buddhist teachings.

This Lǎotàitai of the Xu family is a devout follower of Buddhism.

Of course, she knows of the world-renowned Leiming Temple.

And when the personal disciple of the Leiming Temple’s abbot arrived, this Lǎotàitai naturally couldn’t wait to personally welcome her.

“Lǎotàitai.” After entering the grand hall, Ming bowed respectfully.

Seeing Ming, Shixin’s eyes immediately lit up.

“Little Ming, you’ve come.” The old lady smiled, “I’ve borrowed a bit of your friend’s time, please don’t blame this old woman.”

“This old lady’s devotion to Buddhism, I believe Shixin is also very happy.” Ming said.

“Ho ho ho, after a short conversation with Master Shixin, this old woman has truly gained much insight.” With the help of her maidservant, the old lady stood up, “Since Little Ming has arrived, this old woman won’t disturb you all anymore. Thank you, Master Shixin, for your guidance.”

Shixin also stood up, clasped her hands together in a respectful bow, “Lǎotàitai, you’re too kind.”

After bidding farewell to the old lady, the two walked towards Ming’s courtyard, walking side by side just like they did back in the Rootless Mystic Realm.

The only difference is that within the Xu family courtyard, there wouldn’t be assassins popping out from time to time.

“The old lady loves Buddhism very much,” Shixin said.

Ming smiled, “Our old lady probably doesn’t love Buddhism as much as she loves the solace it brings her.”

Shixin: “…”

Ming continued, “Some people seek Buddha and study Buddhism not because they are interested in Buddhist teachings but more so hope for Buddha’s blessings, hoping for themselves to be free from calamities and have everything go smoothly.”

Shixin looked at Ming’s profile, “Mr. Xu still understands human nature so thoroughly.”

Ming: “It’s just the truth.”

“Did you just arrive today?” Ming changed the subject, not wanting to continue on this topic.

Shixin nodded, “I just arrived this morning, I hope I’m not late.”

Ming shook his head, “You’ve already come quite quickly.”

Shixin bit her lips, “Is Lady alright?”

Ming sighed, “Not really.”

Shall we see Lady now?” Shixin asked.

“Not yet, before we see my mother, I will take you to my courtyard to meet a senior and understand the situation,” Ming explained, “After you understand the situation, we can make a judgment.”

“Um…” Shixin nodded without saying anything.

Anyway, for Shixin, she just needed to follow Ming’s arrangements.

Not long after, Ming led Shixin into his courtyard and knocked on the door.

The door opened, revealing Zhou Wanfeng in disheveled clothing, clearly still half-asleep, even exposing a large expanse of snowy white chest: “What brings Mr. Xu here? Would you like to sleep together? Oh! What a handsome girl, or is it a monk?”

Realizing Ming wasn’t alone, Zhou Wanfeng noticed the woman beside him.

Ming ignored Zhou Wanfeng’s earlier nonsense and introduced them, “This is Zhou Wanfeng, a senior of Jade Pudding Realm, not a good person, but not a big villain either.

Senior, this is Shixin, the disciple of the abbot of Leiming Temple.” “Got it, got it, the one recommended by the monk, right?” Zhou Wanfeng pulled the gauze that had slipped off her shoulder and smiled, “Sister Shixin, don’t listen to him blabbering, I’m a good person~”

Shixin simply clasped her hands together and smiled slightly, “Nice to meet you, Ms. Zhou.”

“Tsk tsk tsk, even prettier when you smile. I was wondering how a monk could top the Red Beauty List, now I see why.” Zhou Wanfeng praised sincerely.

“That’s settled then, time is precious, Senior Zhou, please explain everything about my mother to Shixin.” Ming was indeed anxious about this matter.

“Of course no problem, please come in.”

Zhou Wanfeng invited Ming and Shixin into the room.

“When I followed Ming to his courtyard, I met his mother. At that moment, I felt something seemed off about her…”

Zhou Wanfeng wasted no words, recounting everything that happened during this period regarding Ming’s mother and her own deductions clearly to Shixin without making any jokes.

After listening, Shixin nodded, “I’ve understood the general situation, I also have some ideas, but specifically, I need to see it myself.”

Shixin turned her head, “At midnight tonight, I would like to meet Lady alone, may I?”

Ming nodded, “Of course, is there anything we need to prepare?”

Shixin shook her head, “Set up a magic array in Lady’s courtyard, prohibiting anyone from entering or leaving. Also…”

Shixin took out a red fruit that resembled a red date: “Please, Mr. Xu, plant this fruit in the courtyard.”

“I understand,” Ming said.

In the evening, while his mother was out with Sheng Sheng buying pastries, Ming planted the fruit given by Shixin in the courtyard.

That night, Ming found an excuse to send Chun Yan away and then knocked her unconscious.

Otherwise, as his mother’s close maidservant, she would always sleep in the front room.

Ming, Zhou Wanfeng, and Shixin stood outside the courtyard, watching the bright moon in the sky, calculating the time.

“The time is almost up,” Shixin spoke, “Please rest assured, Mr. Xu, I will do my best.”

Shixin entered the courtyard, Zhou Wanfeng waved his hand, and the barrier activated instantly, preventing anyone from entering or leaving Xiao Chun Courtyard, not even an ant could pass.

Shixin slowly walked towards Chen Suyan’s room, raising her hand to knock on the door.

“Who is it?” A gentle voice came from inside the room.

“A friend of Mr. Xu,” Shixin replied calmly.

“A friend of Little Ming? Please wait, let me get dressed.”

The candlelight inside reflected Chen Suyan dressing herself.

Soon, Chen Suyan got off the bed and walked step by step towards the door.

Just as Chen Suyan opened the door, a dagger thrust out straight towards Shixin’s heart.