239: He who knows the times is a hero?

Brother Xiao?

Chen Ming’s thoughts turned quickly, and in an instant, he had pieced together the relationship between Yin Qianqian and this general-like person.

It was a very old story plot: a woman waiting at home to be married, and a man going to the battlefield to kill the enemy, returning in glory.

It was just a pity that he was still one step too late.

The current Yin Qianqian was no longer his fiancée.

The Master-Servant Contract was far superior to that relationship.

“Qian’er, I’m back. I’ve been killing enemies at the border these past few years, which is why I was delayed in returning to marry you. Now, the great enemy has retreated, and we…”

Yang Xiao was halfway through his sentence when Yin Qianqian raised her hand to interrupt him. “Brother Xiao, I am no longer the Yin Qianqian you knew. The current me cannot fulfill the agreement I made with you back then. I’m sorry.”

“Why?” Yang Xiao asked, puzzled, wanting an explanation.

“Ah…” This tearjerker of a play made Chen Ming feel sleepy.

But after all, it was part of the plot, and he felt it would be rude to interrupt so abruptly.

Noticing the impatient look on Chen Ming’s face, Qin Hongyue covered her mouth and smiled from the side.

“I have already formed a contract with my Master. The current me is Master's possession.” Yin Qianqian did not hide anything and revealed the truth.

“Mas… Master? Who is he! He must have forced you, right!” Yang Xiao questioned.

He conjured a spear in his hand, which landed heavily on the ground, shattering the stone bricks, looking as if he was about to seek justice for Yin Qianqian.

“No, he didn’t force me. Everything was my voluntary act.” Yin Qianqian quickly denied Yang Xiao’s guess.

She was worried that in his impulsiveness, he might do something disrespectful to her Master and bring trouble upon himself.

Regardless of Yang Xiao’s current identity, be it a soldier or a general, in Yin Qianqian’s heart, Chen Ming, as her Master, was invincible.

Having grown up together, Yin Qianqian didn't want to watch Yang Xiao go to his death.

“Qian’er, you don’t have to be afraid. I’ve been through many battles on the battlefield these past few years and am no longer the coward Yang Xiao of the past. I can protect you!” Yang Xiao said confidently, his face full of determination.

That domineering aura radiated from within.

The soldiers in heavy armor behind him were also in a state of readiness, waiting for Yang Xiao's command to strike wherever he pointed.

“Brother Xiao, Master really didn’t threaten me. Please leave quickly.” Yin Qianqian pushed Yang Xiao away while glancing at the changes in Chen Ming’s expression.

She was afraid that in the next second, Chen Ming would lose patience with Yang Xiao’s presence and strike decisively.

At that time, no matter how good the relationship between Yin Qianqian and Yang Xiao had been, she would not be able to disobey Chen Ming’s decision.

Therefore, Yin Qianqian was trying to persuade Yang Xiao to leave now, before the situation escalated to an irreversible point.

Be sensible and don’t invite trouble.

Yang Xiao wanted to say something else, but saw Yin Qianqian’s gaze looking somewhere else.

So he followed her line of sight and his eyes landed on Chen Ming.

The aura emanating from Chen Ming, coupled with the stunningly beautiful Qin Hongyue by his side, told Yang Xiao through experience that this person was absolutely extraordinary!

At the same time, he was certain that the Master Yin Qianqian mentioned was most likely him.

‘This guy specializes in collecting beautiful women, keeping them by his side as slaves and maids?’

Thinking of this, Yang Xiao was furious. No matter what, even if he had to use forceful means, he had to make Chen Ming agree to terminate the slave contract with Yin Qianqian.

Otherwise, if word got out, his name as a triumphant general would be stained.

Secondly, Yang Xiao was reluctant to part with such a stunning fiancée.

He stepped past Yin Qianqian and walked towards Chen Ming.

He raised his spear, the tip pointing directly at Chen Ming. “You are the so-called Master Qian’er spoke of?”

“Presumptuous!” How could Qin Hongyue allow someone to point a weapon at Chen Ming? She flicked her sleeve, and from the tip of the spear, the entire long spear scattered like flowing sand.

Bang! Boom!

Yang Xiao’s eyes widened in disbelief at what he saw. Immediately after, a powerful force he couldn’t resist struck his chest, instantly sending him flying, breaking through the door, and landing dozens of meters away.

The stone lion placed at the entrance of the shop opposite was destroyed beyond recognition.

“General Yang!” Seeing this, the other ghost soldiers immediately ran over and helped him up from the ground.

They asked with concern, “General Yang, are you alright?”

“It’s nothing, just a minor injury, it will heal quickly.” Yang Xiao endured the pain, acting as if it was insignificant and he didn’t care at all.

However, his mind was racing, ‘How could that woman be so powerful? With just a flick of her sleeve, my weapon disappeared out of thin air, turning into ashes?’

If he hadn’t seen it with his own eyes, Yang Xiao would never have believed that such a thing could happen in this world.

“Let’s retreat and report the battle results to the City Lord first.”

“Uh…” Chen Ming was stunned. He had thought Yang Xiao would grit his teeth and fight to the end, engaging in a life-and-death struggle with him.

‘This guy is quite cautious.’

Fortunately, Chen Ming didn’t dislike such sensible people; there was no need to escalate everything to the point of mutual annihilation.

“Phew…” Seeing Yang Xiao mount his red-brown steed and lead a group of heavy cavalry, their hooves clanking, leaving in a mighty procession.

Yin Qianqian placed her hand on her chest and let out a long sigh of relief. The large stone that had been weighing on her heart finally settled.

Immediately, she returned to Chen Ming’s front and knelt, saying, “That Yang Xiao was blind and offended Master. Qianqian apologizes to you on his behalf. Please quell your anger and forgive him.”

“Alright, get up.” Chen Ming had no intention of blaming anyone.

“Thank you, Master.” Yin Qianqian’s beautiful eyes sparkled with light. ‘Master is truly gentle.’

One “Master” after another almost made the brains of the ghosts present explode.

“Everyone, am I hearing things? The Madam Boss actually called that adult… Master?”

“Absolutely not, I heard it clearly, it was indeed Master.”

“Adult is one thing, but even the Madam Boss has been conquered by him. If we say this out loud, those guys definitely won’t believe it.”

“Indeed, because in their eyes, the Madam Boss has always been unattainable, a star high in the clouds that can only be admired from afar. But now, this bright star has been plucked by him.”

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The Blue Star survivors working at the Shuiyue Inn were also filled with amazement.

‘He actually subdued a Ligui (fierce ghost)!’

‘So, besides spirit artifacts, you can also sign contracts with ghosts?’

‘So strong! A role model for our generation! In ancient times, there was Xu Xian, and now there is him, the Undead Monarch…’

The brainstorming was unstoppable.

Chen Ming didn’t care about their thoughts. At the moment, there was still some time before the Huangquan Auction, so he decided to take this opportunity to enter the so-called Ghost City to take a look.

It was boring staying in the outer areas.

Chen Ming also wanted to take a trip and see, to experience the luxurious side of the Huangquan Ghost Realm.

He and Qin Hongyue soared through the sky on the back of the dragon.

As for Yin Qianqian, she returned to her doll form and continued to hang on Qin Hongyue’s shoulder.

Seeing their relationship so good, Chen Ming was delighted and naturally wouldn’t say anything more.