Chapter 520: Chapter 317: No Way Out, Finally Captured, Dissection by a Thousand Blades? Settling the Debts of Love (2)

Wen Caishang’s eyes were sharp as she glanced sidelong at Li Xian. She surmised that the two women were secretly admiring him upon hearing his reputation. If she were to favor Li Xian, she certainly wouldn’t allow the two women to look at him even once. But now, feeling disheartened and resentful, she directed her grievance at Li Xian.

Wen Caishang said blandly, "It seems Young Hero Zhou is quite charming, stirring up things among his peers. I offer a toast to the young hero."

Li Xian felt a chill on his scalp, his heart like ants biting, having no choice but to return the toast. Wen Caishang waved her hand, and the banquet was lively, with people enjoying the food and engaging in conversations. There was music and merriment, with fine wine flowing. The numerous prodigies made friends with each other while the scattered guests conversed with the influential.

What lively festivities.

Although the elders were curious about Li Xian, they saw Wen Caishang was closely conversing with him, leaving no room for others to join, so they refrained from interrupting, redirecting their attention and chatting about other matters. At the front of the banquet, Wen Caishang softly asked, "Young Hero Zhou, are you satisfied with this banquet?"

Li Xian, sipping wine, replied, "Very satisfied." Wen Caishang said, "As long as you’re satisfied, otherwise, you might say Cai Shang neglected you." Li Xian said, "Wen..."

Wen Caishang replied, "Young hero, you got it wrong, I am Wang Yiyi. Call me Madam Wang. You are now Zhou Ping’an, so I will call you Young Hero Zhou." Li Xian said, "Madam Wang, I..."

Wen Caishang’s eyes sparkled, "What does Young Hero Zhou want to say?" Li Xian, forced to smile, said, "I... am overwhelmed."

Wen Caishang laughed softly, "You don’t look overwhelmed, you look more like... "

Li Xian was silent. Wen Caishang said, "Why don’t you ask me what you look like?" Li Xian said, "Madam, please tell me, what do I look like?"

Wen Caishang said, "You look like disaster is about to strike!" Li Xian thought to himself, "Even if it’s my death, it’s better than dying in humiliation." Still, he said, "I owe everything to the madam. If you wish to settle scores today, I am here."

Wen Caishang said blandly, "You do know it was my doing. Hmph, there are many people here, come back with me, we’ll settle everything today." Her expression was icy, and her anger couldn’t be concealed. Her martial arts were profound, making it difficult for others to eavesdrop.

In an instant, her demeanor turned charming as a flower, and she addressed everyone, "Feeling under the weather, the banquet is prepared, food and drink will continue to be served, enjoy yourselves to the fullest. I shall take my leave first."

Wang Tiexin, Peng Sanluo, Xu Hu... and other elders from various sects replied, "Please go ahead, Madam Wang."

Wen Caishang adjusted her clothes with elegance, stood gracefully to leave, and saw Li Xian still seated at the table, softly calling out, "The Human Yellow Essence Treasure is at my residence, please follow me to retrieve it, witnessed by these heroes and warriors, I won’t deceive you."

Li Xian replied, "Thank you, madam." He had to grit his teeth and follow, moving from the bustling streets, with a light fragrance lingering at the tip of his nose, the graceful silhouette ever-present. As the crowd thinned, a chilling cold enveloped him further. He noticed Wen Caishang’s beauty, more radiant than ever today; it was rare even on past days. Stunning beyond compare, yet he had no heart to appreciate it.

They arrived beside a carriage.

Wen Caishang quietly stood. The atmosphere was tense, Li Xian gritted his teeth, took a few steps forward, and pulled out the Red Jade Horse Stool from under the carriage, placing it beside. Wen Caishang stepped onto the stool and climbed into the carriage.

Li Xian helped her up as before, lifted the curtain, and Wen Caishang entered the carriage, saying, "Come inside, Xiaotuan will steer."

Xiaotuan, holding the reins, sat at the front of the carriage. He curiously glanced at Li Xian, his eyes revealing schadenfreude. By this time, Li Xian had regained his composure, bent in and took a seat at the side.

Xiaotuan raised the whip, the carriage started with a "move." The carriage gently swayed, absolute silence ensued, with even a pin-drop audible. Li Xian saw Wen Caishang closing her eyes as if resting, not speaking for a long time, thinking, "This ordeal is inescapable, the outcome wretched. For Wen Caishang to generously spare me is utterly impossible. Before dying, I might as well be a bit carefree."

His restrained posture relaxed, noticing the table was laden with a platter of fruits and pastries, exquisite and delicious. He had not tasted them since boarding the carriage, his curiosity piqued about the flavors, he picked up a "Snow Jade Soft Pastry" and tasted it. The flavor was incredible.

Li Xian did not disturb anyone, eating the pastries while riding along. Before long, they arrived at the Bluish Fragrant Waters Pavilion. Xiaotuan’s voice came from outside, "Madam, we’ve arrived."

Wen Caishang slowly opened her eyes, glancing sidelong at Li Xian. Li Xian immediately got out of the carriage, placed the Red Jade Horse Stool, and lifted the curtain, saying, "Madam, please disembark."

Wen Caishang nodded gently. Li Xian helped her down like before, the movements as intimate as ever. They entered the Bluish Fragrant Waters Pavilion, with Xiaotuan closing the door and sliding the latch.

The courtyard was serene, greeted by a layer of green barrier, and as we bypassed, the true beauty of the courtyard gradually unfolded with names like "Step of Surprise," "Step of Sigh," "Step of Lingering," "Hundred Steps of Forgetting," emerging.

Wen Caishang spoke softly, "Little Immortal, there’s no one else here, remove your mask."

Li Xian said, "Alright." He took off the mask. Xiaotuan was incredibly curious, his eyes widened suddenly. Seeing Li Xian’s flawless, handsome face, even compared to prodigies he had seen. Surprised, he exclaimed "Oh!"

Li Xian asked, "Madam, who is this..." Wen Caishang said softly, "You little ingrate, still dare to ask. If you hadn’t silently gone off, I would have been very lonely, no need for a young companion."

Li Xian heard Wen Caishang’s words, tender and graceful, apparently not blaming him, feeling even more horror, rather wish a few swords would come, though painful, there would be traces to follow. He ruminated, "To survive this ordeal, the only way is charming words, to please the madam. Though she is sharp, she likes hearing sweet talk." He said, "Li Xian was inconsiderate, deserves punishment, truthfully, out there every day, every moment, I miss the madam dearly, always hoped for the day to reunite, finally met now, I regret nothing even in death."

Wen Caishang laughed, "Oh?" Li Xian said, "When I suddenly left, it wasn’t to abandon madam, but rather..."