People in the Qin Dynasty sought good fortune and avoided misfortune.

Chapter 217, Horse Sex (Seeking monthly votes!)

"A farmer's family?! You're from a farmer's family?"

A look of surprise flashed in Yan Lingji's icy blue eyes, and she couldn't help but turn her head to look at Xu Qing.

As one of the Hundred Schools of Thought, the Farmer's Clan was well-known even to her, a member of the Baiyue people, and she knew just how powerful such a sect was.

However, Xu Qing had previously stated that he was a disciple of Confucianism, and the relationship between Confucianism and the Agricultural School was quite contradictory, with a long history of enmity between the two.

The conflict between Confucianism and the Agricultural School was not only a clash of ideologies, but their long-standing feud can be traced back to Xu Zi and Mencius.

Confucianism looked down on the peasant school, believing that their idea of ​​shared governance between the ruler and the people was a fallacy, unacceptable to the public, and only fit for the common people.

Xu Zi of the Farmer's School retaliated even more decisively, directly poaching two disciples of the great Confucian scholar Chen Liang, Chen Xiang and his brother Chen Xin, from the Farmer's School, severely humiliating the Confucian school.

Therefore, Mencius, the leader of Confucianism at the time, personally led a group to the State of Teng to debate with the King of Xu, thus restoring the dignity of Confucianism.

Yan Lingji didn't understand why Xu Qing, a Confucian disciple, would send her to the peasant family. Did he want to use the peasant family to torture her?

"Don't look at me like that. If I really wanted to torture or abuse you, why would I need to use someone else? I have a deal with the Farmer's Hidden Dragon Hall; they will guarantee your safety."

“If you come into the city with me, the entire city of Xinzheng will know of your existence by the next day. You should be able to imagine what will happen to you then,” Xu Qing said in a deep voice.

Yan Lingji's identity is special. If he brings her back to Xinzheng, the whole of Xinzheng will know the next day that he, the imperial physician who has never kept maids, suddenly has a stunningly beautiful Baiyue female slave in his house.

Zi Nu, Lady Mingzhu, and others were easy to appease, but Ji Wuye and his group were not so easy to deal with.

As for the Mo family, he was worried that those rigid and rough men would be lucky if they weren't played to death by Yan Lingji.

He feared that one day a few Mohist disciples would come to him with blood-stained swords and the corpse of Yan Lingji, saying they had failed his trust, and then they would draw their swords and commit suicide in front of him.

After much deliberation, the Hidden Dragon Hall was still the most suitable option. Not only was it safe, but Situ Wanli was also a shrewd man who could deal with Yan Lingji.

Yan Lingji keenly grasped the key point in Xu Qing's words. A sly glint flashed in her charming eyes. She braced her hands on the horse's back, turned around, and went from facing away from Xu Qing to facing him directly.

"It seems you're quite famous in Xinzheng, isn't it?"

Yan Lingji wrapped her arms around Xu Qing's neck, tilted her head slightly to look at him, breathed a fragrant breath onto his neck, and starlight sparkled in her eyes, looking like a little fangirl with an expression of admiration.

Her waist leaned slightly forward, straightening the folds of her outer garment around her hips and waist, outlining an alluring curve. The hem of her garment rose slightly, revealing a hint of her firm, fleshy buttocks.

Those long, shapely legs hooked around Xu Qing's thighs, clinging to him like a koala.

Xu Qing glanced down at Yan Lingji; the two were acting very indecently, as if they were doing something inappropriate.

Although he had a very fancy time with Madam Mingzhu and Consort Hu, he had never tried horse sex before.

If he weren't worried about the dangers that might come his way on the other two paths, he would have definitely shown this fire-wielding girl that playing with fire could easily lead to self-immolation.

“If you don’t behave, I don’t mind having Bai Yifei torture Tianze more,” Xu Qing said calmly.

"You resort to threatening people, but they're just curious about you, aren't they?"

Yan Lingji pouted, as if she were being coquettish, and snuggled into Xu Qing's arms.

"You will know what you need to know in time. I can tell you that I am not a disciple of the Farmer's School, but you will not be in danger while you are in the Hidden Dragon Hall."

Xu Qing spurred his horse and continued towards the Hidden Dragon Hall.

"Okay~ I'll do whatever you say. Whatever you say goes. I have a feeling you're trying to raise me up?" Yan Lingji blinked her beautiful eyes and teased Xu Qing.

"I will not restrict your freedom, but for your safety, you'd better not choose to go to Xinzheng. King Han just lost two of his younger brothers a couple of days ago, and now another one has died. You should know how serious this is."

"If you feel bored, you can gather your companions to the Hidden Dragon Hall, such as Wushuang Gui, but the premise is that you must be able to control them and obey the arrangements of the Hidden Dragon Hall Master."

“If they don’t behave themselves or cause trouble in the neighborhood, I can guarantee that not only will some people in South Korea want you and Tianze to die together, but even the farmers will find a way to get rid of you troublesome people.”

Xu Qing explained the advantages and disadvantages to Yan Lingji, and as for how to choose, he believed that Yan Lingji, being a smart person, would make the right choice.

"I was just saying, I don't mind being taken care of by you~"

Yan Lingji gave a soft snort, pouting as if she had been wronged. She snuggled into Xu Qing's arms as if she had found a comfortable spot, and then closed her eyes and pretended to sleep.

Xu Qing looked down at Yan Lingji in his arms. Her exquisite face was glowing with a rosy light, her alluring lips were gently opening and closing, and her breathing was steady, as if she were asleep.

Xu Qing didn't expose Yan Lingji's little tricks. It wasn't easy for this little vixen to stay peaceful, so he let her keep pretending.

"Drive~"

Xu Qing spurred the white horse, which carried the two of them toward the Hidden Dragon Hall.

Half an hour later, Xu Qing brought Yan Lingji safely to Qianlong Hall. When the guards at the door saw that it was Xu Qing, they hurriedly went to report to Situ Wanli.

Just as the "Tai" guard was about to bow, Xu Qing stopped him with a look.

The guard, seeing the stunningly beautiful woman sleeping soundly in Xu Qing's arms, immediately fell silent. "Where is Hall Master Situ? I need to speak with him," Xu Qing said.

Before the guard could reply, a series of hurried footsteps sounded, and Situ Wanli jogged towards Xu Qing. When he saw Yan Lingji sleeping soundly in Xu Qing's arms, a look of amazement flashed in his eyes.

He was a man of considerable experience, but this was the first time he had ever seen a beauty like Yan Lingji. His gaze toward Xu Qing was filled with admiration and envy.

"Brother Xu, you're really something! I admire you." Situ Wanli gave Xu Qing a thumbs up.

First there was Zi Nu, the stunningly beautiful proprietress of Zi Lan Xuan, and now there's this unparalleled beauty whose name is unknown. Xu Qing is truly one of a kind when it comes to such good fortune.

"Brother, you're too kind. Please prepare a quiet room for me so I can settle in," Xu Qing said with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Situ Wanli suddenly realized what was happening, and his gaze towards Yan Lingji became more wary.

Xu Qing was clearly not a man who was afraid of his wife. Even if he wanted to keep a mistress in a secluded house in Xinzheng, he could simply buy a house there. However, his choice to hide her in Qianlong Hall indicated that this woman's identity was not simple, forcing Xu Qing to deal with her with caution.

“Okay, follow me,” Situ Wanli nodded and said.

Situ Wanli led Xu Qing into the courtyard behind the Qianlong Hall.

Besides the main courtyard and six treasure pavilions in front, Qianlong Hall also has an inner courtyard at the back. Some powerful and influential people preferred quiet or did not want to appear in public, but they had to stay in Qianlong Hall, so this inner courtyard came into being.

Situ Wanli led Xu Qing into a quiet courtyard within the inner quarters and explained to her...

“Brother Xu, this is the quietest courtyard in the inner quarters. It is protected by the most elite disciples of my Qianlong Hall. No outsider can enter easily.”

"You can rest assured that the person is here."

Xu Qing looked around at the surroundings and followed Situ Wanli into the room.

The room was very clean and elegant, with all the necessary amenities. Xu Qing placed the sleeping Yan Lingji on the bed.

"Thank you for your trouble, Brother Situ. I'll leave her with you for now. Please arrange for someone to take good care of her. Don't restrict her freedom, but if she causes trouble, you can send someone to let me know."

"I've been quite busy lately and probably won't be able to come see her. Could you please arrange for someone to take care of her?"

"Please find me two more women's clothes and an outer garment."

Xu Qing gave Situ Wanli several instructions.

"Okay, don't worry about leaving her with me, brother. I will definitely ensure her safety," Situ Wanli said confidently.

Although he knew this woman was no ordinary person, she was brought by Xu Qing, so he had to make proper arrangements for her no matter what. After all, he and Xu Qing were now in the same boat, and his honor and disgrace depended entirely on Xu Qing's reputation as a divine doctor.

Xu Qing glanced at Yan Lingji on the bed, then left the room with Situ Wanli.

After the two left, Yan Lingji, who had been fast asleep, slowly opened her eyes, her icy blue pupils scanning the room's furnishings warily.

Even if she didn't sense any malice from Xu Qing while in danger, it was impossible for her to be so carefree as to fall asleep in the arms of a stranger.

She pretended to be asleep, wanting to see if Xu Qing would have any ill intentions towards her, but looking at the elegant and clean room, she was clearly overthinking things.

"That jerk~ He's actually quite thoughtful."

Yan Lingji recalled Xu Qing's instructions to Situ Wanli, a slight smile appeared on her lips, and a hint of amusement flashed in her icy blue eyes. Then she calmly lay down on the bed, closed her eyes, and prepared to continue resting.

She was currently unaware of the situation in Xinzheng, and considering Xu Qing's description of the external situation and his concerns about Tianze's safety, she understood that staying in Qianlong Hall was the best option, at least ensuring her basic needs were met and her safety was guaranteed.

After leaving the inner courtyard, Situ Wanli hesitated, looking at Xu Qing, before finally whispering a reminder.

"Brother Xu, although this woman is quite nice, it's best to discuss it with Miss Zi Nu before making a decision, otherwise it could easily affect your relationship with your husband."

Xu Qing glanced at Situ Wanli speechlessly. Did he think Yan Lingji was his mistress? Was he, Xu Qing, really that henpecked?
"Brother, do you think I'm afraid of my wife?" Xu Qing asked.

“Of course not, brother, but harmony in the family brings prosperity in all things. You should remember what your elder brother said and have a good talk with Miss Zi Nu,” Situ Wanli said.

Xu Qing was too lazy to explain to the other party, and nodded.
"Okay, I'll talk to them properly."

"now it's right."

After Situ Wanli spoke with Xu Qing for a while, a servant brought over a new coat.

Xu Qing, dressed in new clothes and carrying a sword box, left Qianlong Hall. He still had to go back to Zilan Pavilion to find Zi Nu.

Fortunately, Yan Lingji didn't have any fragrance on her, otherwise where would he have found Qingju so late at night?

"Cheng Ying Sword, Yan Ling Ji, and Cang Long Qi Su, you've had quite a haul tonight."

Xu Qing rode his horse towards Xinzheng with great satisfaction.

(End of this chapter)