The dim light created an oppressive atmosphere that made it hard to breathe.
Cun Tianyin's face was contorted with rage. He couldn't believe that these two women dared to attack him.
"How dare you... how dare you kill me..."
His voice was distorted with anger and fear. Before he finished speaking, Ma Hehua moved like lightning, her fist, as big as a casserole dish, accompanied by a whooshing sound, and struck Cun Tianyin's chest with the speed of a cannonball.
Cun Tianyin flew backward like a kite with a broken string, crashing into the domain behind him, causing ripples to spread across the domain instantly.
Ma Linghua stood to the side, her domain "Blazing Fire" burning fiercely, the flames leaping and dancing as if they possessed sentience.
The intense heat emanating from the flames completely devoured the Yin energy of Cun Tianyin, leaving it utterly powerless.
Amidst the scorching sea of fire, light flickered, and a fiery red bow and arrow slowly materialized, its shaft ablaze with raging flames.
As Ma Linghua uttered a cold "Kill," an invisible force taut the bowstring. "Whoosh..." The arrow pierced the sky with a sharp whistling sound, like a red lightning bolt, accurately piercing Cun Tianyin's body.
Cun Tianyin's eyes widened in disbelief. His body trembled slightly, and he managed to squeeze out a few words: "Ah... how... how is this possible?"
He had roamed the martial world for many years, confident in his superior skills, and had never given these two women a second glance. Yet, he never expected to die here today. Filled with endless resentment and regret, his body slowly collapsed, while Ma Hehua and Ma Linghua remained cold and stern, as if this was nothing more than an ordinary battle.
"Pah! Who do you think you are? Even those old guys from the Sanqing Temple wouldn't dare to lay a hand on me. You? You think too highly of yourself."
Ma Linghua had a sinister look on her face.
"Madam...madam, what should we do? Should we dig a hole and bury her?"
Uncle Fu was terrified. Someone had killed someone! What should he do? Where should he hide the body?
"Bury him? He doesn't even deserve it!"
As soon as Ma Linghua finished speaking, the raging fire in the domain devoured Cun Tianyin like a hungry ghost pouncing on its prey, leaving not a single bone fragment behind.
This was the first time Uncle Fu had ever witnessed such a spectacular scene. He had heard that the old lady and her family were shamans, but now it seemed that this was far more impressive than any shamanistic ritual.
"Mother, how did he come to our door?"
Ma Hehua asked.
"You're asking me? Who am I supposed to ask? So don't go out lately, even at home it's not safe for you to stay with me."
Ma Linghua had thought it over a lot. It seemed that someone had indeed set their sights on the Ma family.
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On New Year's Day in January, a light rain fell in Kyoto. The fine raindrops condensed into snow in mid-air and fell in a flurry, turning the entire city into a silvery-white world.
The treetops were laden with heavy snow, and the snow on the rooftops was like a thick quilt, creating a vast expanse of white between heaven and earth.
On this auspicious snowy day, the Li family embarked on their journey to the capital in a grand procession.
Meanwhile, far away in Yunnan, the sky was overcast, and although there was no heavy snow, a light drizzle fell like a veil.
The once bustling Ailao Mountains are now silent, and the Miao villages in the mountains are deserted, with only Shangguan Wenyan and Ma Lihua remaining.
Ma Lihua stood quietly in front of the empty house, her gaze slowly sweeping across the desolate room. The thick fog around her never dissipated, just like the complex and indescribable thoughts swirling in her mind at this moment.
"Pear Blossom, what brings you here? Go home for dinner."
Shangguan Wenyan's voice came from afar, gentle and concerned.
Ma Lihua turned slightly, her delicate face appearing even more beautiful against the backdrop of her Miao costume.
Her Miao costume was colorful and exquisite, with a unique hat and thick shoes embroidered with lifelike birds, insects and animals.
Wearing a dark red dress over a fiery red fox fur coat, the fur fluttering in the wind, she looked like a fairy stepping out of a painting amidst the desolate scenery of the Ailao Mountains. Her beauty was breathtaking, yet she also carried a hint of loneliness and desolation.
It was as if the world's hustle and bustle had nothing to do with her; only the tranquility of the mountains and the company of those around her were the real and tangible warmth.
"Okay! Let's go, Brother Wenyan!"
Ma Lihua smiled, and her clear response echoed in the quiet valley.
She walked briskly on the stone path, her breathing steady and her face rosy. Her former frailty was nowhere to be seen, as if she had been reborn.
The silver ornaments on her body jingled and clanged as she walked, the sound echoing through the valley.
Walking along the stone path, we soon arrived at the courtyard.
The courtyard is much more spacious than before. A cute panda is leisurely chewing bamboo leaves nearby. That is Ma Lihua's old acquaintance, Tiezhu.
Ma Lihua's gaze was drawn to it, and a hint of a smile flashed in her eyes.
Upon entering the hall, a table laden with sumptuous dishes comes into view.
The taro chicken is incredibly fragrant, the braised fish is a vibrant red, the ginger-fried duck exudes a rich ginger aroma, the sizzling beef on the hot plate is delightful, the spicy and sour shredded potatoes are crisp and refreshing, the bamboo shoots stir-fried with pork are tender and juicy, the twice-cooked pork is fatty yet not greasy, the pork cracklings stir-fried with cabbage is simple yet delicious, the spicy crayfish is a real treat for the taste buds, and the final dish, the pig's trotter soup, is rich and flavorful. (Just grab something random!)
Shangguan Wenyan took meticulous care of Ma Lihua, ensuring that every meal was rich and varied.
Ma Lihua is never picky about food and has a good appetite. She will savor every dish carefully until there is not a drop left on her plate, never wasting a single bit.
After the meal, Ma Lihua tilted her head, her eyes full of curiosity, and asked, "Brother Wenyan, why did you make me wear Miao clothes today?"
Shangguan Wenyan remained calm and simply said in a soft voice, "Today... is a special day."
What day is it?
Ma Lihua pressed for an answer.
You'll find out tonight.
Shangguan Wenyan remained tight-lipped, calmly rolling up his sleeves to clear the dishes, his deep eyes undisturbed. Ma Lihua tried to probe but found nothing.
"What? So mysterious? But this outfit is worth a lot of money. I'll take it back and show it to Grandma."
Upon hearing this, Shangguan Wenyan's lips twitched slightly, and he sighed helplessly. Oh well, let her be as innocent and carefree as she is. She's so adorable, her heart is full of purity and beauty, what bad intentions could she possibly have!
After Shangguan Wenyan washed the dishes and chopsticks, he brought out a bowl of medicine from the kitchen.
"Pear Blossom, it's time to take your medicine."
Ma Lihua immediately frowned, as if the bitterness, fishy smell, and foul odor of the medicine were already spreading on the tip of her tongue.
Although she was extremely unwilling, this medicine was very important to her health.
After hesitating for a moment, he reached out and took the bowl, gritted his teeth, tilted his head back and drank the medicine in one gulp.
The strong, unpleasant smell instantly filled her mouth, causing her brows to furrow even more and her expression to show slight pain. Seeing this, Shangguan Wenyan quickly handed her a candied fruit. Ma Lihua put it in her mouth, which slightly relieved the discomfort caused by the taste of the medicine.
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