Chapter 820: Must Bring Him Back (Happy New Year Everyone!)

Chapter 820: Must Bring Him Back (Happy New Year Everyone!)

“What do you mean?”

Ling Meng was confused; it wasn’t like this before, but now it was—what’s going on?

A bad omen arose; could it be that Master really married her and she’s willing to join the Demon Path?

No way, no way, could such a thing really happen!

“Is she abandoning the Xuanyun Sect to join us?”

“That’s pretty much the idea. Of course, there are some details that I won’t go into. Just knowing about this is enough for you. I’ll explain more later; it’s coming soon, I have new arrangements. Now, you all, I’ve discussed the wedding matters with you. Don’t cause any trouble here; let my mother have some peace. Otherwise, you can forget about following me in the future.”

Lin Nuo’s tone was serious, not a joke at all. After all, coming back only to be pestered by these two girls could really stress her mother out.

Gotta be a bit more imposing; otherwise, they might really take advantage.

“Okay, okay, I understand.”

Liu Shuqin nodded; a little fuss was okay, but not too much.

“Alright, Master.”

Ling Meng also compromised; she only got worked up because Liu Shuqin was causing a stir. Now that Lin Nuo had spoken, it would be best not to push it further.

What if Master really forbids me from following him? That wouldn’t be a joke; I’d totally break down!

“Are you two really okay? Don’t give me one thing in public and another behind my back. I’m serious.”

“I’m fine,” Liu Shuqin laughed.

“I’m good too,” Ling Meng chimed in.

These two girls were all smiles on the surface, but who knows what they were thinking inside?

Regardless, if they keep this up, I really won’t interact with them anymore.

There’s no way I’m gonna let someone so reckless follow me.

After this short exchange, they reached an agreement and quickly returned to Xia Hanmo’s side.

“Nor, what were you talking about? Is there something you can’t let your mother know?”

“Just some casual chat; nothing serious. They were just venting, so ignore it. Now, let’s get cooking; everyone busy with their own stuff.”

Lin Nuo said casually, trying to brush it off.

“No, Nor, what about your matters with them, the wedding, starting a family?”

“It will happen; you don’t need to worry. They haven’t been let down, and they’re doing well. Just wait for the grandkids, I’ll make sure you get a bunch. And you need to trust your son; if someone tries to frame me, just treat it as nonsense, don’t believe it.”

Lin Nuo rambled on, then took Liu Shuqin and Ling Meng away.

One on the left, one on the right, quite the charming scene.

“Sigh, this kid, always saying that, yet I’ve yet to see any real wedding or grandkids!”

Xia Hanmo sighed; what else could she do? When it came to children, she couldn’t control much, just let it be.

It would be best if he hadn’t let those two ladies down; if they were genuinely willing to follow him, they surely hoped for a good outcome.

Thus, Liu Shuqin and Ling Meng didn’t cause any more fuss. They enjoyed a delicious dinner at Xia Hanmo’s home and soon left.

……

Recently, due to the Demon Star incident, the cultivation community was filled with anxious chatter. More and more people were straying off the righteous path, falling into the Demon Sect.

As the Demon Path grew rampant, this world was heading towards ruin without recovery.

Now, Qin Shili was doing everything she could to find Lin Nuo. Since the Demon Star incident, there hadn’t been a trace of him, and she hadn’t seen him at all.

Although the Xuanyun Sect tried to keep Lin Nuo and Liu Shuqin’s matters under wraps, the truth would eventually come to light; more and more people would find out.

However, it was still only circulating within the cultivation community and hadn’t reached the common folk yet.

Qin Shili was worried about Xia Hanmo’s situation, so she specifically paid a visit.

Fortunately, Xia Hanmo was in good health, her vegetable garden was thriving, and her living conditions were quite good.

But she worried someone might come to trouble her.

“Is Aunt at home?”

Qin Shili arrived at Xia Hanmo’s house, asking the servants.

“Madam is out; please wait a moment. Miss Qin, why not take a stroll around town and return in the evening?”

“No need, I’ll wait for her here.”

Qin Shili said casually, then effortlessly walked inside the house.

This residence was also arranged through her efforts. When Xia Hanmo moved out of the Lin family, she had utilized the Qin family’s connections to help her settle down.

Moreover, she had already talked to Xia Hanmo about her engagement to Lin Nuo, and Xia Hanmo approved. Didn’t that make her the future daughter-in-law?

So, why should she be courteous?

Furthermore, there was an empty room in the house, originally set aside for her. If she wanted to come over as a guest, she could sleep there.

But since she was waiting for Xia Hanmo, she couldn’t go rest in the room and had to sit in the living room, patiently waiting with some sincerity.

Soon, as evening approached, the servants in the residence began preparing the stove for cooking, none of them idle. And Qin Shili had brought fine ingredients, various delicacies all prepared to be presented.

Whenever she came over, she always brought grand gifts; that was her style—impressive and generous.

When Xia Hanmo returned, she had been working in the fields and was truly exhausted. But seeing the vegetables growing well and the poultry healthy, she felt happy.

When Lin Nuo left, she had given him a pile of vegetables along with a few chickens and ducks. At that time, Lin Nuo was dumbfounded; as the big villain, carrying live chickens and ducks around was quite the spectacle!

If others didn’t know better, they might think he had robbed a poultry yard!

Of course, he couldn’t refuse and had to accept it; otherwise, Xia Hanmo would nag him again.

Let Liu Shuqin and Ling Meng handle it; once they got out of town, they could find a mountain clearing, start a fire, and directly butcher them for a feast.

“Madam, Miss Qin has arrived.”

Seeing Xia Hanmo return, the servant hurried to report.

“Miss Qin is here? How long has she waited?”

“An entire afternoon.”

“Sigh, how could we make Miss Qin wait so long? Didn’t you tell her I was out?”

“We did, but it was her choice to stay and wait; we had no other option.”

The servant truthfully reported, and Xia Hanmo felt helpless. Miss Qin was a distinguished guest; how could she let her wait? That was just disrespectful.

Quickly, she went to welcome her.

Xia Hanmo rushed into the living room to greet Qin Shili.

“Aunt, you’re back! Today, I brought a little gift; please don’t mind it.”

That “little gift” was no small matter—an entire basket full, a show of wealth and generosity, packed with treasures.

Gifts for the future mother-in-law couldn’t be skimped on.

“Sigh, Miss Qin, I told you last time, there’s no need for such extravagance; I can’t use all of this… Sigh, please don’t send so much next time; your family has done so much for us, we’re already grateful; how could we accept such grand gifts?”

“Aunt, no need to be polite. We’ll be family soon, so don’t sweat the small stuff.”

Qin Shili said straightforwardly, treating it like a joke.

“Well… sigh, who knows about the future? What if it doesn’t happen, right now it’s not like we’re officially engaged…” Xia Hanmo sighed again.

“It will definitely happen; this is fate ordained by the heavens.”

Qin Shili was adamant; the man she had set her sights on would surely be hers.

“Aunt, how have you been? Has anyone been troubling you?”

“No, not at all. I’ve been quite well. Recently, Lin Nuo came by to visit me, and I’ve been in better spirits.”

“Lin Nuo visited you?”

At this, Qin Shili suddenly lost her composure.

He returned? The one who had been missing returned?

“Yes, he did. Sigh, that child, he didn’t want to stay long; he left so quickly.”

“Where is he now? Do you have any news?”

Qin Shili was anxious, still hoping to see Lin Nuo again.

“Actually, I don’t know… Miss Qin, is something wrong?”

Seeing Qin Shili’s flustered demeanor, Xia Hanmo sensed something was amiss.

“It’s nothing. I just haven’t seen him for a long time; I don’t know where he is. I just hope to see him again. Aunt, you need not worry.”

Qin Shili quickly calmed Xia Hanmo’s suspicions; the Demon Star incident must have been a heavy blow for her to handle.

While Lin Nuo wasn’t around, she still had to shoulder the responsibility, making sure Xia Hanmo was not harmed, physically or psychologically.

“Oh, that’s good. Miss Qin, is it true that you and my son are really engaged? You can tell me the truth; I can accept it.”

“Why do you ask that?”

“Because I heard that you and my son are the most promising young cultivators in the Xuanyun Sect, and that you avoided being pursued by other young masters by getting engaged to my son…”

Xia Hanmo spoke softly, and when Qin Shili heard this, she couldn’t hold back any longer:

“Aunt, who did you hear that from? My relationship with Lin Nuo is genuine; I didn’t evade anyone. Besides, I don’t even need to escape; my father wouldn’t force me into anything. Is Aunt dissatisfied with me? I’m willing to learn.”

“It’s not dissatisfaction… If it’s true, that would be good. Sigh, I was hoping for a union with the Qin family. Moreover, Miss Qin is as beautiful as a fairy, and so reasonable; it would be a blessing for my Lin Nuo.”

“Oh, well then. Just please don’t listen to those rumors. By the way, Aunt, did Lin Nuo come back alone?” Qin Shili shifted her tone, inquiring.

“No, he brought his Senior Martial Sister Liu Shuqin back. They had a meal together, and guests also came by, one of whom was called Ling Meng. She and Liu Shuqin left with my son. Miss Qin, actually…”

Xia Hanmo hesitated, feeling a bit guilty:

“If my son has wronged you in any way, as his mother, I hope to make amends. Though it may seem insignificant…”

“He hasn’t wronged me, nor does he have any guilt. He has done me great favors, and he’s the object of my admiration. Aunt, don’t say such things. Liu Shuqin and Ling Meng, right?”

Listening to this, Qin Shili was already angry. It seemed Lin Nuo had indeed delved deep into the Refining Demon Sect after visiting the Magic Spring. And Liu Shuqin and Ling Meng should now both be Demon Women! Being able to meet the parents was something she couldn’t tolerate.

She absolutely had to find them.

Bring Lin Nuo back.

……

“Ha-choo!”

A gust of wind blew, and Lin Nuo sneezed.

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Happy New Year! Wishing everyone strength and success in achieving your desires!