"Phew, thank goodness. Zhao Min doesn't plan to bring all these people to Bright Peak. It's just the same few people who usually accompany her." The system promptly broadcasted the meeting scene: "At the strong request of the mission target, just like in the original storyline, he will also go."
Hua Cai stroked the small cloth bag containing the poison needles, her gaze falling on the figure that should be reflected on the door: "System, is there any way to take the Nine Yin Manual with me when leaving the mission world?"
If I can take it with me, at least I'll have some security in the ordinary world.
She refused to believe she was so unlucky as to be unable to practice martial arts in every world.
"Yes, but it's difficult." The system answered without hesitation: "There are two methods: exchange energy points in the shop, or obtain the Nine Yin Manual in this world, memorize it. The mission will not erase your memory. Anything you memorize or learn in any mission world is yours."
Don't even think about exchanging energy points, and ignore flower picking altogether.
As for obtaining the Nine Yin Manual, it is currently hidden inside the Heaven Sword and cannot be retrieved without the Dragon Slayer Saber.
"Host, I was wrong about this mission. Next time, let's choose an easier one. All the energy points left over from traversing the minor worlds are yours. I'll support whatever cultivation technique you want to exchange for."
The system felt that with Wenxiang's current physical condition, it would be better to advise her to abandon the mission and return to Qingqiu than to involve her in the struggle between three powerful figures—Zhao Min, Zhang Wuji, and Zhou Zhiruo—to seize the Nine Yin Manual.
"Hey, guess what I saw?"
Just as she was pondering her future plans, the system suddenly burst through the door. For some reason, Hua Cai could detect a hint of cunning in the system's childish voice.
"What? The young princess is fighting with the Ming Cult again?" Hua Cai, who was just thinking about the crucial point, didn't want to spoil his mood and gave a perfunctory reply.
"No, that's not it." The little ball of light excitedly swayed around Hua Cai: "The mission target has argued with the female lead again! Go, host, your time to strike is here!!!"
Bang--
Hua Cai's hand trembled, and she was pricked by the needle in the needle case, almost knocking herself unconscious.
"Cough cough cough," Hua Cai hurriedly tied the needle bag around her waist and gave the system a big eye roll: "What do you mean by taking advantage of a weakness? You're just a kid, can't you learn something good?"
The system slumped behind the bedpost and remained motionless.
Given the temperament of the person in charge of the mission, who wouldn't even say a harsh word to the female lead, how could they possibly start arguing?
It seems like he was the one who got the cold shoulder from the female lead.
Hua Cai accidentally revealed the truth.
Taking advantage of the situation?
Hua Cai touched her chin and suddenly felt that the word "system" was quite apt.
Wait, the target of the mission and the female lead are having a conflict!
Hua Caiteng stood up.
Thinking back to the plot, could it be that the female lead ran into Sister Zhou from Emei when she went out, and the two sides started fighting? Zhao Qiang intervened without permission, and the female lead ungratefully accused him of meddling in other people's business?
"What's wrong, boss? Shall we make our move now?" Seeing Hua Cai's sudden strong reaction, the system's three-second memory rushed out again.
If the system had a physical form, it would be rolling up its sleeves, ready to fight at any moment.
He was getting anxious because his host hadn't thought about making his presence known to the mission target for so long, but he didn't dare to urge him.
"Why are you trying to get attention, Baozi? Haven't you been urging me to run away? Anyway, the Xuanming Elders are busy discussing the siege of Bright Peak with Zhao Min and Cheng Kun. Nobody in this courtyard is paying attention to a nobody like me. If I don't run now, when will I ever get another chance?"
As Hua Cai spoke, she tore off a large piece of the neatly made bed sheet with a ripping sound.
"Wait, host, you mean run now?" The system was bewildered.
It's been almost half a month since I last saw the task target. The task target just arrived, and I haven't even seen their face yet, and you're already saying you're leaving?
"Am I not smart? If I don't leave now, once those two lunatics, the Xuanming Elders, remember me, I won't be able to escape even if I want to."
The torn bed sheet was spread on the table by Hua Cai, and a small pile of bottles and jars were poured on it. As for the bamboo tube made from the kite frame, the needles were already soaked, so it was no longer of any use. She found a corner to hide it.
"It's a pity. There are people watching me every time I go out. If only there were specially made silver needles, this finest embroidery needle is still too thick."
She quickly packed the package, put her tattered clothes over it, and carefully tied the bag of silver she had received from the source, along with the small bag containing the porcelain bottle, to her body.
Fortunately, the clothes were loose-fitting, and after checking them over, he found nothing wrong with them. He then leaned against the headboard for a short rest, waiting for the right opportunity.
Time passed little by little, and the sunlight streaming through the window cracks was tinged with a golden hue.
Hua Cai opened her eyes, took one of the two remaining jars of wine from the room, carried it to the door, and called to a passing servant: "Young man, could you please see if Lord He is free? This wine of mine is of good quality, and I would like to invite you to taste it. I wonder if it suits your taste."
Hua Cai has been at Green Willow Manor for some time now. Ever since she moved into this courtyard, the two great killers, who would never set foot here for years, have been frequently appearing. As a result, these people have developed a certain awe towards Hua Cai, the source of this trouble.
The servant who had been given the order did not dare to delay and ran out of the backyard.
Hebi Weng arrived quickly, but along with him appeared Zhao Min, Zhao Qiang, Lu Zhangke, and even Ku Toutuo.
Wenxiang, who had spent four years in the Seventh Prince's mansion, recognized these people instantly.
Snap—
In her shock, Hua Cai lost her footing, and the wine jar fell to the ground and shattered.
An indescribable aroma of wine instantly spread, and even Ying, who usually had a poker face, couldn't help but let his Adam's apple bob slightly.
"Wenxiang deserves to die, I beg your forgiveness, sirs." What instantly jolted Wenxiang awake was the murderous aura that Hebi Weng suddenly unleashed.
"Smell it?"
"Smell the fragrance!"
Zhao Min and Zhao Qiang spoke at the same time, but their tones were completely different.
"So it was you." Zhao Min's eyes were bright and lively, and she exuded an air of nobility. Even standing next to the Xuanming Elders, she did not lose her majesty.
It was Zhao Min, the female lead who successfully defeated Xiao Zhao and the other two women and captured Zhang Wuji's heart.
"Princess." Hua Cai quickly lowered her head and responded softly, not daring to look up at the people in front of her.
"It really is you." Zhao Min walked slowly towards Hua Cai, her exquisitely embroidered shoes stopping just short of the broken pieces on the ground.
A slender and beautiful hand appeared before Hua Cai, the palm bearing visible calluses, reminding her of Wen Xiang's hand.
The difference is that Smell of Fragrance is because of chores, while Zhao Min is because of martial arts.
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