99: Death in the mouth of Shura, being a ghost is more romantic! Duan Zhengchun saw

Chapter 99: Dying in the Asura's Mouth, Becoming a More Romantic Ghost! Duan Zhengchun Sees the Truth!

The atmosphere among the three people on the boat was somewhat silent.

Ning Yuan was the first to break the ice, asking, "Aunt Ruan, how did you and Uncle Duan meet?"

"Ah? This..."

Ruan Xingzhu looked at Dao Baifeng, feeling slightly awkward.

Dao Baifeng snorted coldly and said lightly, "Madam Ruan, you don't need to hide anything from me. After all these years, I've seen every kind of woman. I know about your relationship with Duan Zhengchun."

"I knew I couldn't hide it from Madam."

Ruan Xingzhu had a gentle personality. Unlike Qin Hongmian, who was prone to extremes, or Gan Baobao, who lacked love, she could chat comfortably with anyone.

Seeing this, she stopped concealing anything and smiled, "I never expected to meet Madam Duan. But in my opinion, Madam, you are even more generous than I imagined. Darling Duan is truly blessed to have married an elder sister like you."

In just a few words, Ruan Xingzhu closed the gap between herself and Dao Baifeng.

"You are not bad either. You are stronger than the others."

Ruan Xingzhu's flattery was well-received by Dao Baifeng, and this attitude generated a slight fondness in Dao Baifeng.

This was much better than Qin Hongmian, Gan Baobao, and the others, who would open their mouths only to call her a Bitch or threaten to kill her.

"Xingzhu is just an ordinary woman. Her biggest dream was to spend her life with the person she loved. I just didn't expect the one I loved to already have a family. Honestly, Xingzhu truly didn't mean to break up your family, it's just that..."

Speaking of this, Ruan Xingzhu's eyes reddened slightly, "It's just that I had fallen out with my family back then, and I happened to meet Brother Duan, which led to this relationship. By the time I learned his identity, it was already too late. If I have caused you distress, I hope you will punish me as you see fit, but please do not blame Brother Duan."

Ruan Xingzhu appeared sincere and heartfelt.

Dao Baifeng's expression was complicated. After glancing at Ning Yuan, she snorted, "What's past is past. I don't want to bring it up again."

"Thank you, Elder Sister."

Ruan Xingzhu sighed in relief, then looked at Ning Yuan, "Young Master Murong, please forgive me for making you witness that. I didn't intentionally hide my identity."

"Madam Ruan, there is no need for that. I had already figured out your relationship. I didn't expect Madam Ruan to speak so openly, which shows you are a trustworthy person."

Ning Yuan said dismissively.

"During this period, I have been working to ease the tension between Aunt Qin, Madam Zhong, and Aunt Duan. Now that Madam Ruan is here, you can better help me assist them."

Ning Yuan said, looking at Ruan Xingzhu.

"If we can truly let everyone live together harmoniously, that would be wonderful. I am certainly willing to contribute my humble strength."

Ruan Xingzhu glanced at Dao Baifeng. Seeing that Dao Baifeng did not object, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes before she smiled slightly and replied.

Although she said this, Ruan Xingzhu felt some doubt internally.

"I remember Brother Duan saying that Dao Baifeng has a strong personality. How is it that she is now living in the same courtyard as Brother Duan's other lovers without any conflict breaking out?"

"What kind of magical power does this Young Master Murong possess that allows Dao Baifeng to get along peacefully with those women, and she didn't even refute the suggestion of promoting harmony among them?"

Ruan Xingzhu pondered internally.

Based on what she had learned from Duan Zhengchun in the past, things shouldn't be this simple.

Neither Dao Baifeng, Qin Hongmian, nor even Li Qingluo were easy people to deal with.

They were all people unwilling to yield to others.

Although she was puzzled by this, she had no leads.

Soon after, the three entered Mantuo Manor.

Ning Yuan also introduced the person to Li Qingluo.

"So, it is Madam Ruan."

Li Qingluo nodded suddenly, saying with a half-smile, "That lecher Duan Zhengchun truly has unique taste. It's clear at a glance that Younger Sister is the type who is easy to bully. But don't worry, Younger Sister, here at my Mantuo Manor, no one can bully you."

"Thank you, Elder Sister. However, I have always been kind to others and do not make enemies, so I don't think anyone will bully me."

Ruan Xingzhu replied neither subserviently nor arrogantly.

Just then, Qin Hongmian walked in and asked directly, "Where is Duan Zhengchun?"

"Brother Duan is still busy and can only come to pick up Madam Duan in a few days. You must be Elder Sister Qin."

Ruan Xingzhu immediately greeted Qin Hongmian upon seeing her.

"And who are you?"

Qin Hongmian raised an eyebrow when she saw Ruan Xingzhu, then snorted coldly, "Don't tell me you're Duan Zhengchun's new lover?"

Facing the aggressive Qin Hongmian, Ruan Xingzhu did not show any Life Qi, remaining full of smiles, "Elder Sister, you misunderstand. If anything, I'm just an old flame. But Elder Sister, you truly are as straightforward as Brother Duan described."

"Hmph."

Qin Hongmian snorted coldly.

At that moment, Ning Yuan's gaze fell upon Qin Hongmian. When their eyes met, a flicker of panic appeared in Qin Hongmian's eyes, and she quickly looked away.

"It seems he doesn't dare show up. He's good at hiding to find peace."

Although Qin Hongmian said this, she secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Because if Duan Zhengchun came, and she were to complete the task she promised to do tonight, everything would be ruined if she were seen.

Since Duan Zhengchun wasn't here, she naturally felt much more relaxed.

However, Ruan Xingzhu's appearance was an unexpected event.

This made her somewhat wary.

Among the women currently at Mantuo Manor, only Ruan Xingzhu could keep herself apart; the others all had compromising secrets, so she didn't have to be as concerned about them.

With Ruan Xingzhu present, she would have to be more careful when carrying out her plans.

Night had just fallen.

Inside Ning Yuan's room.

Qin Hongmian appeared with a gloomy face.

"Aunt has finally decided to come and fulfill your promise. Aunt is indeed trustworthy and reputable, unlike others."

Ning Yuan teased her with a smile, but Qin Hongmian's expression was displeased. She said coldly, "I will fulfill both conditions tonight."

"It seems Aunt is worried that Duan Zhengchun might show up and discover what we're doing."

Ning Yuan immediately guessed.

"That has nothing to do with you."

It seemed Qin Hongmian's thoughts had been exposed, making her expression even uglier. She snorted, "Just tell me if you can handle it or not?"

"How can a man ever say no? Forget just two conditions, Aunt. Even if you owed five or seven, I could handle them all in one night. I'm just worried if your body can withstand it."

"You don't need to worry about my affairs."

Qin Hongmian snorted and said in a muffled voice.

"I'm not worried about that. It's just that your cold expression makes it hard to feel desire."

Ning Yuan's finger traced Qin Hongmian's cheek, then lifted Qin Hongmian's chin.

Qin Hongmian instinctively wanted to dodge, but ultimately restrained herself.

Watching Ning Yuan lean in, about to approach her lips, Qin Hongmian couldn't help but turn her head away.

Ning Yuan smiled slightly and whispered in Qin Hongmian's ear, "Since Aunt is unwilling, I'll just have to work a little harder. It seems Aunt prefers my..."

Hearing this, Qin Hongmian's pupils contracted, and she suddenly realized that she certainly didn't want to waste more time down there.

So, after a brief internal struggle, she turned her head back.

Her thin lips were immediately captured.

Qin Hongmian's eyes widened. Before her jaws could clench, they were Breakthrough... Meanwhile, on the other side.

Duan Zhengchun also steered his boat, found a hidden spot to land, and snuck into Mantuo Manor.

"I wonder where Madam and the others are staying?"

Duan Zhengchun was somewhat stunned looking at the manor, which was even larger than his own princely estate.

Just then, footsteps sounded.

"It's so late. I wonder why Young Master Biao asked us to deliver soap pods?"

A maid said casually.

"When I came out, I saw that Madam Qin in black clothes went to Young Master's room. I wonder what they are discussing."

"I heard that Madam Qin is Miss Mu's mother. Could she be discussing the marriage arrangements?"

"I don't know. Alright, let's hurry and deliver the items."

The two maids chatted back and forth, quickly passing by while holding lanterns.

"Could the Madam Qin they mentioned be Hongmian?"

Duan Zhengchun's heart stirred. "But why would Hongmian look for Murong Fu so late at night?"

Duan Zhengchun frowned deeply, growing curious.

"Why don't I follow these maids first and see? After Hongmian comes out, I'll go find her to talk."

Duan Zhengchun quickly made up his mind.

He immediately followed them.

Soon after, the two maids placed the items outside the door, and someone took them inside. Seeing that no one was around, Duan Zhengchun cautiously approached the window.

As soon as he got close, he heard Murong Fu's voice.

"Aunt, it's only been a few times, yet your technique is already this good. It's truly surprising. I doubt even Duan Zhengchun ever enjoyed this much, right?"

Ning Yuan sat in a chair, saying with narrowed eyes.

Qin Hongmian kept her head down, unable to spare the attention to reply.

Hearing these words from outside the window, Duan Zhengchun's heart sank.

"Why do those words sound so strange? What exactly is Hongmian doing?"

Having had the experience with Gan Baobao once before, Duan Zhengchun couldn't help but feel suspicious, his mood anxious.

"No, that's impossible. Hongmian is Wan'er's mother, and Wan'er is going to marry Murong Fu. Hongmian knows this, so how could she possibly be with Murong Fu..."

"I'm really just scaring myself and worrying needlessly."

Just as Duan Zhengchun was comforting himself, he heard a voice from inside the room, "Dying in the Asura's Mouth, Becoming a More Romantic Ghost!"

Ning Yuan's hand rested on Qin Hongmian's head.

Duan Zhengchun finally couldn't suppress his curiosity. He cautiously extended a finger, poked a hole in the paper window, and then squinted to look inside.

Soon, he locked onto his target and saw the scene in front of the table.

Duan Zhengchun was stunned at first, failing to register what he saw, then his pupils suddenly constricted.

"It's Hongmian! What, what is she doing?"

A massive wave of shock instantly surged in Duan Zhengchun's heart. "How could Hongmian be doing this for Murong Fu?"

"How is this possible?"

"Did I see incorrectly."

Duan Zhengchun's heart pounded violently. He couldn't help but lean closer again. This time, he saw even more clearly: Qin Hongmian raised her head, he saw Qin Hongmian's profile, and he saw what Qin Hongmian spat out.

Duan Zhengchun felt everything go black, nearly fainting.

Just over a month ago, he was struck outside Gan Baobao's room in Wanjie Valley. Now, he was hit hard again.

"Why is this happening?"

"Hongmian is Wan'er's mother, and Murong Fu is Wan'er's husband. How can she compete with her own daughter for him..."

Duan Zhengchun stepped back a few paces. "And Baobao! Last time, Baobao was calling 'Young Master.' Could the person in Baobao's room back then also have been Murong Fu?"

Thinking of this, Duan Zhengchun immediately realized it was highly possible. He couldn't help but clench his fists, gritting his teeth, "No wonder they traveled thousands of miles to Gusu! It turns out they came looking for Murong Fu! Shameless! Utterly shameless!"

"That Murong Fu isn't much older than your own daughters, yet you are with him..."

Duan Zhengchun felt a surge of tightness in his chest, wanting to spit blood.

He then recalled what Murong Fu had told him before—about how respectful he was to him, Qin Hongmian, and the others, and how he helped them stabilize their emotions so the women could live together harmoniously.

This made Duan Zhengchun feel even more wronged and stifled.

He finally understood the true meaning behind the other party's words. That wasn't helping him achieve harmony among the women; it was clearly for his own benefit.