Wu Manman was very clear that no matter how unhappy she was, she could not stop something that could make Ye Qiu stronger from getting closer to him.
The Imperial Tutor's wife, being an experienced woman, could tell at a glance that Wu Manman's feelings for Ye Qiu were not innocent.
She smiled and said, "Sister Manman, if you're worried that I'll steal Ye Qiu away, you don't need to worry."
I have no other thoughts about Ye Qiu. Even if I did, I know in my heart that I am not worthy of him.
I just want to do whatever I can to help him, even if it's just bringing him tea or water. Do you understand?
"Then why are you doing this?" Wu Manman said, "He won't care whether you repay him or not. If you really want to repay him, then the Dragon-Seeking Technique is the best thing you can do."
"I know what you mean, but let's talk about it later. I'm also very confused right now."
"When I hadn't avenged my great enemy, all I wanted was to see Yang Ji die. But now that Yang Ji is dead, I feel like I've suddenly lost my purpose in life. What can I do if I'm alive?" The Imperial Tutor's wife looked bitter.
"Don't think like that. As long as you're alive, there's always hope. Being too negative isn't good."
Wu Manman comforted the Emperor's tutor and his wife.
The two women chatted and shared their innermost thoughts with each other, offering each other comfort.
Time flies by unnoticed, and before we know it, it's dawn.
At this moment, Ye Qiu finally woke up. After a night of recovery, Ye Qiu's energy and spirit had been greatly restored.
The moment Ye Qiu opened the door, two figures fell to the ground with two loud bangs.
Ye Qiu looked down and was surprised to find that it was Wu Manman and the Imperial Tutor's Consort.
The two women were jolted awake by the fall. One clutched her arm, and the other her buttocks, as they slowly stood up.
Ye Qiu was both amused and exasperated: "Why are you sleeping by the door? Don't you have beds?"
"Do you mean we should both sleep in your bed? One on the left and one on the right, what a blessing!" Wu Manman joked with a smile, while quickly observing Ye Qiu's condition.
Seeing that Ye Qiu's complexion was rosy and his energy was relatively high, Wu Manman secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Ye Qiu glanced at Wu Manman, then at the Imperial Tutor's Consort, and laughed, "If you two are willing to serve me, I would be more than happy to oblige."
"Pah, dream on. You can't have your cake and eat it too," Wu Manman sneered.
Ye Qiu shook his head and said, "But you are neither bear's paw nor fish. You can have both beauties."
"You're just spouting nonsense. I think you're a complete jerk, hmph."
Wu Manman gave a soft snort and rolled her eyes at Ye Qiu.
Seeing that Wu Manman seemed to be gradually emerging from the shadow of her grandfather's death, Ye Qiu was extremely happy. Just as he was about to continue making her laugh, Ye Qiu suddenly froze and looked ahead.
Following Ye Qiu's gaze, Wu Manman slowly turned around and looked over, and was immediately taken aback.
A person appeared not far away.
She was wearing simple blue jeans, a fitted white shirt, and her hair was casually tied up. It was a very ordinary outfit, but standing there, she exuded an inexplicable sense of nobility.
This is an aura that radiates from within, something that ordinary people simply cannot imitate.
Why is Lin Qingzhu here?
After Wu Manman came to her senses, she was quite astonished.
"I don't know, but since they're guests, let's go up and say hello."
Ye Qiu took a step and walked towards Lin Qingzhu.
Even from a distance, Ye Qiu said with a smile, "Saintess Lin is truly a rare guest. Welcome!"
"Why didn't you inform me of your actions last night? Were you afraid I wouldn't help you?"
Lin Qingzhu's eyes were cold and sharp as she stared directly into Ye Qiu's eyes.
"Saintess Lin, things happened in a hurry last night, and I didn't expect a great battle to break out. If I had known there would be a great battle, I would have asked you to come and oversee it," Ye Qiu said with a smile.
"Ha, an excuse." Lin Qingzhu gritted her teeth and said seriously, "But don't think things will end easily. Yang Jineng's rise to prominence in Tongcheng was not something he could have accomplished on his own."
You already know that his nephew is the Vice Minister of the Ministry of Justice, but there is one thing you probably don't know: Xu Dedao, the military governor of Tongzhou, is the one who has been supporting Yang Ji behind the scenes.
As the head of a state's war department, Xu Dedao's network of connections must be incredibly complex. By killing Yang Ji, you've cut off Xu Dedao's source of income, and he will certainly not let you off the hook.
"The position of Governor-General of the Tongzhou War Department, how many soldiers does he command?" Ye Qiu asked curiously.
"I specifically checked before, and there are about 15,000 people. This is not a large force, because Tongzhou is located in the inner region of the Great Dragon Dynasty and does not need too many soldiers to be stationed there."
However, you should not underestimate a Governor of Tongzhou because of this. He is not someone to be underestimated for being able to sit in this position.
Moreover, Xu Dedao has many subordinates from Tongcheng Academy who hold important positions. You're definitely in big trouble," Lin Qingzhu warned seriously.
"I know, let's wait until they've had enough and come looking for trouble with me," Ye Qiu said.
“I think you could take the initiative to find him,” Lin Qingzhu said expressionlessly. “Whether Yang Ji gives him money or you give him money, it’s still a gift.”
Jiedao Academy can now completely absorb Tongcheng Academy and continue its connection with Xu Dedao.
"Impossible." Ye Qiu immediately and decisively said, "The Jiedao Academy would rather be forgotten in the river of time than collude with Xu Dedao. If Xu Dedao dares to cause me trouble, I will make him regret it."
"I know you are strong in combat and have a certain degree of confidence, but you are not alone after all. Once the Jiedao Academy is rebuilt, the people behind you will need to be guaranteed a basic level of security."
Therefore, I suggest that you join the Supreme Temple as soon as possible in a high-profile manner. With the Supreme Temple around, Xu Dedao will need to carefully consider whether his strength is sufficient to target you or the Jiedao Academy behind you.
Lin Qingzhu spoke earnestly.
"No," Ye Qiu said. "I promised you that I would join the Supreme God Temple, and I will not go back on my word, but I do not need the Supreme God Temple to back me up."
Because I have always believed in a truth: relying on heaven or earth is not as good as relying on yourself. If you want to rise up, you must fight your way out and climb to the top by stepping on the corpses of your enemies. Only then can you truly make your enemies respect you and not dare to invade lightly.
Relying on a more powerful force for protection will ultimately make them like an infant being sheltered—possessing great potential but unable to withstand real hardship.
Ye Qiu's words immediately surprised Lin Qingzhu, who couldn't help but say, "No wonder you had the courage to attack Yang Ji and even successfully kill him. I understand what you mean now."
Indeed, you are truly courageous and capable; your courage and ability are unmatched among your peers.
Actually, when I asked you to take over the connection between Tongcheng Academy and Xu Dedao, it was just to test you. If you had agreed, I would have left now and wouldn't have bothered with you anymore.
But now, congratulations, you've passed the test, and I'll give you a big gift.
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