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

Chapter 431, The Taste of Honey

Seeing Tian Mi's teary eyes, Xu Qing reached out and grasped her small hand as she wiped her eyes. With his other hand, he pinched her chin and leaned close to her pretty face, saying...
"I'm not good at making girls cry; on the contrary, I'm happy to be honest with them and talk all night long."

Hearing Xu Qing's frivolous teasing, Tian Mi burst into laughter through her tears, puffed out her ample chest, and leaned closer to Xu Qing. Her charming, narrow eyes narrowed slightly as she gently exhaled a breath of fragrant orchid towards Xu Qing's chin.

"Really? I've long heard that the Grand Master of Medicine is highly skilled. Although he's not a disciple of a medical family, he has learned a few medical techniques at the Shennong Hall."

"I'm really looking forward to talking with you all night long!"

Tian Mi spoke softly, her small face, which was being pinched, tilted up slightly. Her pink lips glistened alluringly in the sunlight, and her slightly narrowed eyes held a hint of provocation as her soft little hands slid across Xu Qing's clothes.

Her slightly flushed face, a blend of alluring smile and youthful shyness, gave off an intense sense of conquest, making one want to take a bite.

Having investigated Xu Qing for so long, Tian Mi naturally understood what kind of person he was. Faced with Xu Qing's frivolous side, Tian Mi felt even more relaxed, which meant that she had been officially recognized by Xu Qing.

Xu Qing released Tian Mi's small hand, his fingers gently gliding across her lips, a smile in his eyes, before he lowered his head and bit that soft spot.

Tian Mi tiptoed slightly, taking the initiative to meet Xu Qing, her pink lips slightly parted, subtly stirring Xu Qing's emotions.

Xu Qing sensed Tian Mi's provocation, hooking one arm around her slender waist while the other hand traced her slightly fleshy abdomen, gradually climbing upwards.

Tian Mi's delicate body swayed gently, her pretty face already flushed, as if she were drunk, and she made soft whimpering sounds.

That rare hint of youthful innocence appeared on her charming face, giving off a coy and alluring vibe. Coupled with that voice that sent shivers down her spine, it made Xu Qing's heart itch, and he couldn't help but tighten his grip a little.

Tian Mi let out a soft whimper of pain, her long, shapely legs unable to support her any longer, and she collapsed into Xu Qing's arms, her moist pink lips brushing against Xu Qing's cheek.

"Made in Daliang~"

Tian Mi nestled in Xu Qing's arms, her flushed face pressed tightly against his chest. Her lips were slightly parted as she breathed softly, her half-closed eyes darting around as she called out to him in a low voice.

Her skin, as smooth as silk, flushed slightly, and a sweet smile gradually appeared on her face.

Are you still crying now?

Xu Qing held the beauty in his arms, feeling the lingering warmth on her lips, a look of unfinished enjoyment on his face.

Compared to the alluring and powerful queen-like style of the trendy girl, the gentle and pitiful charm of Hu Meiren, and the natural allure of Yan Lingji with her youthful beauty, Tian Mi's seductive and unrestrained charm truly opened up a new world for Xu Qing.

Even though Tian Mi's looks and figure couldn't compare to the other three, her allure was something the others couldn't match.

Her coy reluctance, seemingly a passive acceptance, actually yielded just the right amount of initiative at crucial moments, leaving Xu Qing with a lingering sense of satisfaction.

It's often said that men like obedient women, but can't resist flirtatious ones. Only those who have truly experienced flirtatiousness can understand why men find it so irresistible.

Xu Qing now understands the true meaning of those words.

"You're just making fun of me. This is Mount Taiyi, a secluded and deserted place. If you want to do anything, how can this humble woman resist?"

Tian Mi buried her head in Xu Qing's arms, rubbing against him like a kitten. It looked like she was being shy and coquettish, but her words were full of teasing.

She was naturally an open-minded person, and when faced with a man she genuinely wanted to entrust herself to, she was willing to use all her skills, perfectly mastering the balance between when to blush shyly and when to take the initiative.

"Today isn't a good day; I have things to take care of tonight."

Xu Qing looked at the tempting Tian Mi and, although he wanted to take her directly and taste the honey in the jar, he had more important things to deal with.

According to his calculations, Wang Ben should be back soon.

While personal feelings are essential, one should devote more energy to the nation and the world.

Although Xu Qing is a womanizer, he can still distinguish between what is important and what is not.

Upon hearing this, Tian Mi's smile gradually faded. She looked up at Xu Qing, her small mouth slightly pouting, and the resentment in her pink eyes seemed about to overflow.

"A big deal? I forgot that the Grand Master is accompanied by an absolutely stunning beauty. In the end, I am too unlucky to accept your favor," Tian Mi said mournfully.

Having been provoked by Xu Qing to this extent, how could she possibly let him go so easily?

Although it wasn't appropriate for her to openly express her desire to win Xu Qing's favor since she had just arrived, she couldn't remain completely silent either, or she would be easily taken advantage of. Seeing Tian Mi's jealous and coquettish behavior, Xu Qing wasn't angry at all; instead, he smiled indulgently.

“This is a really big deal. Although you have my backing and Tian Guang has acknowledged your identity, I have no roots in the Farmer’s Clan. You must find a reliable ally within the Farmer’s Clan in order to take control of the power of the guest elder.”

Xu Qing stroked Tian Mi's face and said in a calm voice.

Seeing Xu Qing bring up the important matters of farming, Tian Mi also withdrew her mournful expression, leaned against Xu Qing's chest, and whispered...

"They were even thinking of reminding you that Xia Kui didn't give me to you out of kindness. Letting the peasants into Qin might be a trap."

Although Tian Mi is an extremely ambitious woman, her ambition is not only accompanied by her beauty and figure, but also by her wisdom and strategy, which is the source of her confidence in winning Xu Qing's favor.

Tian Guang's act of sending her to Xu Qing's side and bringing the peasant family into Qin was not only a series of traps to gain Xu Qing's trust, but also a shackle to control her.

In Tian Guang's view, Xu Qing accepted her because of the benefits brought by the peasant family's entry into Qin, thus keeping her, a potential danger, to ensure mutual trust. However, if she wanted to gain Xu Qing's favor, she also needed the support of the peasant family; otherwise, a decorative vase with no benefit would eventually be used and discarded by Xu Qing.

Therefore, if she wants to maintain Xu Qing's favor for a long time, she must cooperate with Tian Guang; otherwise, Tian Guang could undermine her position at any time.

Tian Mi was well aware of all this, but she needed enough benefits to make Xu Qing notice her. So she pretended to be a woman who wanted to climb the social ladder and had some tricks up her sleeve, so that Tian Guang would feel at ease sending her to Xu Qing's side.

She had originally planned to reveal everything after she had established a basic level of trust with Xu Qing, but plans don't always go as expected.

A woman's intuition told her that Xu Qing was not the kind of man who would abandon her after starting a relationship, and that he understood, knew, and trusted her, so she no longer intended to hide these things.

"Aren't you afraid that telling me all this will make people doubt you and distance themselves from you?"

Xu Qing looked at the candid Tian Mi and said with amusement.

"Hmph~ If you're a heartless and ungrateful scoundrel, then just assume they misjudged you, find a place somewhere to leave a sign saying you met the wrong person, and then commit suicide."

Tian Mi gave Xu Qing a charmingly disdainful look and snorted.

Seeing Tian Mi's slightly angry expression, Xu Qing chuckled unkindly and hugged her tightly, saying...
"How could I bear to doubt you? I swear before Mount Taiyi that I will never betray you in this life. If I break this vow, may Heaven punish me."

Before Xu Qing could finish speaking, Tian Mi reached out and covered Xu Qing's mouth, a hint of panic flashing across her face, and said in a slightly anxious voice...
"Pah, pah, don't say such things."

"You're already so concerned about me before anything's even happened? Are you afraid the ancestral master will strike me dead?"

Xu Qing looked at Tian Mi, who was worried about her, and teased her.

"You're making fun of me again. I'm talking to you about serious matters."

Tian Mi raised her little fist and punched Xu Qing's chest with a little force. A look of resentment appeared on her face, but she felt as happy as if she had eaten honey.

Oaths still carry significant weight these days, especially since Xu Qing, as a disciple of the Heavenly Sect, swore an oath before Mount Taiyi, which speaks volumes about his sincerity.

Xu Qing was a ray of sunshine that illuminated her life, dispelling the darkness and coldness in her life. She did not want anything to happen to Xu Qing.

"Okay, so what do you think I should do next?"

After Tian Mi stopped, Xu Qing looked at her and asked.

Tian Mi looked at Xu Qing with a thoughtful expression. She knew that Xu Qing was testing her intelligence. Her answer would determine where Xu Qing would place her—whether she would be a capable and supportive wife or a pretty but useless vase. It all depended on her answer.

“People believe you already have the answer in your heart. Although the peasants’ entry into Qin is not the leader of the knights, the fact that he has shouted this slogan will definitely tempt some people. Even if these people know that Tian Guang is just talking on the surface, the benefits of entering Qin will make them take it seriously.”

"So I think we should not take any unnecessary actions for the time being. On the one hand, we can wait for these people to come to us on their own initiative, and on the other hand, we can see what Tian Guang's purpose is."

"But the necessary actions must also be taken. Although you have no roots within the Farmer's Clan, your reputation and status as a descendant of Xu Zi are the greatest foundations. As far as I know, there are still some people within the Farmer's Clan who are committed to preserving and passing on the Farmer's Clan's knowledge. These are potential helpers. You can try to reveal your identity in order to gain their support."

"At the same time, we can instigate conflict between the non-Tian and Tian families, making the Zhu family, Situ Wanli and others from the non-Tian family side with you. As long as we slowly accumulate strength, we will have the ability to fight against the Xia Kui within the Farmer's Clan."

"By then, as long as we control most of the non-family members and those who inherit the knowledge, even if the peasant family's entry into Qin is fake, we will have the means and confidence to make it real."

(End of this chapter)