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

Chapter 421, The Extremely Seductive Tian Mi
Taiyi Mountain, a farmer's dwelling.

After Xu Qing and Situ Wanli entered the farmhouse, many of the farmhouse disciples turned their gazes toward them. However, when they saw Xu Qing, their eyes became shifty and evasive, and some even walked away quickly, as if they were feeling guilty and afraid of something.

“Brother Xu, please don’t mind. What Wu Kuang did earlier has made my entire family ashamed, and we dare not look you in the eye,” Situ Wanli explained.

"Brother Situ, what are you saying? You and I are good friends. If it weren't for the Hidden Dragon Hall, how could I have gotten to where I am today? I won't misunderstand the Farmer's Family because of a few individuals," Xu Qing said with a light laugh.

The two spoke very naturally, their words were very frank, and there was not a trace of affectation in them.

The surrounding farm disciples breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this, feeling fortunate that Situ Wanli and Xu Qing had a good relationship; otherwise, based on Wu Kuang's words, Xu Qing would have come to their farm to interrogate them.

"We really owe a lot to Hall Master Situ. If it weren't for him, our peasant family would have been utterly humiliated this time."

"I have to say it. I've always thought Wu Kuang was unreliable. As an outsider, he actually went out of his way to pursue someone with the surname Tian. He deserves to end up like this."

"Although Wu Kuang brought this upon himself, you're saying you're envious of Tian Mi, aren't you?"

"What do I envy? That he's embarrassed?"

The surrounding peasant disciples whispered among themselves, but most of those who praised Situ Wanli were from outside the peasant family. As for the Tian family members, they just snorted once or twice and then turned and left.

Xu Qing took in all the situations of these peasant disciples. Although he had long known that the Tian family and the non-Tian family were at odds with each other, he was still somewhat surprised to see these two distinct groups of people.

"Has the Farmer's Clan really fallen into this state? No wonder the entire Farmer's Clan fell apart instantly after Tian Guang's death and the loss of the Shennong Token, and no one except the Zhu family even bothered to investigate Tian Guang's whereabouts."

Listening to the discussions around him, Xu Qing sighed inwardly before turning his gaze away and continuing to walk forward.

After passing through two courtyards, Situ Wanli led Xu Qing to Tian Guang's door, where Tian Guang was waiting for Xu Qing.

It was also the first time Xu Qing had met Tian Guang, so she couldn't help but take a look at him.

Tian Guang was dressed in coarse black clothes, with rough skin and simple attire. His hair was streaked with gray, and he did not look like the leader of any of the major sects. Instead, he looked like a farmer who had been working in the fields for many years.

However, upon closer inspection, one would find that the other party had a full forehead, bright and piercing eyes, and nine beads hanging on his chest as decoration, which were the Nine Star Bead Grass representing his identity as a peasant hero.

"The Grand Chancellor has arrived. I apologize for not greeting you properly."

Tian Guang greeted Xu Qing with a smile.

"The chief is too kind. We are guests from afar and should pay a visit to explain why we were unable to entertain you and the others before."

Xu Qing withdrew his gaze, smiled, and cupped his hands in greeting.

"It's alright, it's alright, please come inside and talk, Da Liangzao."

After Tian Guang returned the greeting, he led Xu Qing into the house, and Situ Wanli poured tea for the two of them before making an excuse to leave.

Only Xu Qing and Tian Guang remained in the quaint house, sitting opposite each other, with two cups of hot tea steaming in the air.

"I had Hall Master Situ invite the Grand Steward here today for no other reason than to apologize for the slander my disciple Wu Kuang of the Farmer's Clan had made behind your back. It was my fault for not disciplining my disciples properly."

"Please forgive me, Your Excellency. On behalf of my family, I would like to apologize to you."

Tian Guang bowed deeply to Xu Qing and spoke earnestly, as if it were him, not Wu Kuang, who had made the outrageous remarks.

"You flatter me, Chief Hero. This is a trivial matter that doesn't bother me at all. Besides, Wu Kuang has already been punished, so how could I trouble you to apologize to me personally?"

Xu Qing got up and helped Tian Guang up. Although he knew that Tian Guang had ulterior motives, he could only go along with the other person and continue the conversation.

Tian Guang expected Xu Qing to be so magnanimous in letting Wu Kuang go, but his purpose this time was not to apologize to Xu Qing.

Tian Guang then looked ashamed and sighed.
"Alas, the Grand Chancellor is magnanimous enough to overlook these matters, but as the leader of the Farmer's Clan, I cannot easily let him go."

"Rest assured, I have already stripped Wu Kuang of his status as a Five-Bead Disciple and canceled his candidacy for Farmer's Clan Manager. Once he returns to Shennong Mountain of my Farmer's Clan, I will punish him according to the Farmer's Clan's rules."

Seeing that Tian Guang wanted to put on an act with him, Xu Qing immediately showed a helpless and sentimental expression, and sighed softly.

“Alas, why bother? The highest good is like water. Water benefits all things without striving, and dwells in places that others disdain. Therefore, it is close to the Way.”

"It's nothing more than a reputation; why should the leader of the knights treat him like this? Isn't this ruining his future?"

Tian Guang was taken aback for a moment, feeling surprised, but he quickly recovered and pulled Xu Qing to sit down before continuing.

"Although my peasant family may not be considered highbrow, we would never allow our disciples to maliciously slander others behind their backs. Grand Chancellor, there's no need to plead for him. Words can be dangerous; since he said what he shouldn't have, he deserves to be punished." Xu Qing looked at Tian Guang with a smile but remained silent, wanting to see what Tian Guang would say next.

Tian Guang picked up the teacup, hiding his serious expression with his sleeve. Xu Qing's answer had exceeded his expectations.

Given Xu Qing's reputation, he should have been given a lenient sentence earlier, which would have allowed him to legitimately demand compensation, bring Tian Mi into the discussion, and discuss the subsequent matters.

Xu Qing seemed to be unable to bear seeing Wu Kuang end up like this, but there was no hint of pleading for him in her words. Instead, she subtly affirmed the outcome.

People of the Taoist Heavenly Sect are indeed not to be treated with ordinary reason.

A look of seriousness appeared in Tian Guang's eyes. After thinking for a moment, he put down his teacup and his expression returned to its previous calm and warm manner.

“Great Minister, it is our peasant family’s duty to punish Wu Kuang. However, Wu Kuang has spoken recklessly in front of the disciples of the Hundred Schools and has shown great disrespect to you.”

"Although you don't seem to mind, I'm quite anxious. Before apologizing, I've prepared two gifts for you, and I hope you'll accept them."

Tian Guang looked at Xu Qing and said sincerely.

"A gift?" Xu Qing asked with a surprised expression and a puzzled tone.

"Please wait a moment."

Seeing that Xu Qing had shown interest, Tian Guang breathed a slight sigh of relief. Fortunately, he had thoroughly investigated Xu Qing at Qianlong Hall beforehand and learned about the other party's true character.

Under Xu Qing's questioning gaze, Tian Guang clapped his hands, and the previously closed door was pushed open from the outside, revealing a graceful figure in pink and purple.

The newcomer wore a pinkish-purple high-slit long dress, her long, slender legs encased in flesh-colored stockings adorned with unique floral patterns characteristic of rural life, adding a touch of allure.

With each step she took in her pink high heels, her long, slender legs were repeatedly exposed on her long dress.

Although it only lasts for a moment, this method of appearing and disappearing is even more alluring, giving people a sense of eager anticipation and keeping their eyes glued to the screen.

However, such tricks were completely useless against Xu Qing, who had extremely high self-control. He was not like Xiao Chunan, who was arrogant and repressed, and could not withstand being teased by a few words.

Tian Mi swayed her slender waist as she walked towards Xu Qing, a faint smile on her face, her charming eyes looking at Xu Qing with a hint of affection.

Upon seeing Xu Qing's calm and collected gaze, Tian Mi couldn't help but feel a little nervous. She was very confident in her appearance and body.

Aside from Tian Guang and the six elders, everyone else in the farmhouse looked at her with fervent eyes. Xu Qing's calm demeanor was quite unusual.

"Farmer's honey, I've seen the finest products."

Tian Mi walked up to Xu Qing and bowed slightly. Her delicate hands clasped together, and she seemed to intentionally or unintentionally squeeze her chest, making her already impressive curves appear to burst out.

The already half-open collar couldn't quite cover her breasts, which were as firm and smooth as mutton fat jade.

The flesh-colored lace lingerie revealed most of its edge, making her fair skin appear even fuller and more perky. The mysterious depths of her breasts also slightly narrowed, adding to their allure and making it impossible not to look.

"Tianmi?"

Xu Qing looked at the beauty in front of him with some surprise, and sized her up and down.

Tian Mi has delicate features, and her large, watery pink eyes seem to be shrouded in mist, subtly revealing a hint of allure. A smile graces her young and pretty face, adding a touch of youthful playfulness to her charming demeanor.

Her short, pink hair, reaching her shoulders, looked neat and tidy, complementing the symmetrical beauty mark under her eye and giving her a delicate and charming appearance.

Tian Mi's delicate charm is different from Hu Meiren's. Hu Meiren appears pitiful because of her softness, while Tian Mi's charm comes from her very bones. Her softness is fake, but her charm is real.

Her outstanding temperament and slender, graceful figure unmistakably suggest that this woman is extremely alluring, exuding charm and seductiveness from head to toe, making her incredibly captivating.

Beyond her alluring and seductive demeanor, her deliberately coy manner does not only fail to be offensive but also creates the illusion that one has a chance to get close to her, making one want to hold her in their arms and cherish her tenderly.

As Xu Qing looked her up and down, Tian Mi's smile remained unchanged, but she became extremely uneasy inside.

From their first glance, Tian Mi knew that Xu Qing wasn't one of those farmers who had never seen good pork before, and that she couldn't be easily manipulated by a few words of feigned gentleness.

"King of Heroes, what do you mean by asking her to come and apologize to me?"

Xu Qing withdrew her gaze and looked at Tian Guang sitting to the side, a playful smile on her face, as if asking Tian Guang, "Is this the gift you gave me?"
(End of this chapter)