Martial Arts Crossover: It All Started with Hijacking Li Canghai

Cheng Ying knew that with Qin Han's exceptional strength, if he wanted to stay out of it, the assassins from the Green Robe Tower would never have bothered to offend such a top expert.

For her own sake, and for the sake of her aunt from the Ruan family, she was willing to become enemies with an assassin organization like the Green Robe Pavilion, even risking serious injury herself...

A heart that is inexperienced in the ways of the world is most easily moved by this kind of hero-saves-the-damsel-in-distress scenario.

In just one night, Cheng Ying's heart, which had been calm for many years, was unknowingly stirred by this strong and slightly mischievous young man who had teased her upon their first meeting but had stood up for her in times of crisis.

Madam Ruan, who was standing nearby, saw all of this.

As someone with experience, how could he not see the unusual atmosphere between his usually reserved and elegant niece and this mysterious and powerful Young Master Qin?

Youyou sighed, hoping that this young master Qin wouldn't be like that scumbag Duan Zhengchun...

The thought of Duan Zhengchun calmed Ruan Xingzhu's heart. She would definitely avenge him in the future, but now was not the time to think about it.

"Ying'er, let's help Young Master Qin into his room first!" Madam Ruan hurried over, speaking to Cheng Ying while instructing the stunned maids beside her, "You few, quickly prepare hot water, clean towels, and wound medicine! The rest of you, clean the deck thoroughly!"

"Yes, Madam!"

The maids and guards then came to their senses and quickly got to work.

Madam Ruan personally stepped forward and, together with Cheng Ying, helped the "unconscious" Qin Han up and walked towards the guest room.

The journey on the river thus came to a peaceful end.

The merchant ship sailed slowly for two days.

The bloody massacre of that night is now history. The guards of the Ruan family have thoroughly cleaned the merchant ship, and even the blood-stained planks on the deck have been pried off and replaced with new ones.

For the past two days, Qin Han has been recuperating in his room.

However, the so-called serious injuries had already been mostly recovered on the first day. After the true energy was restored, even the superficial wounds on the body had scabbed over, and now the scars were almost invisible.

He was happy to feign weakness and enjoy Cheng Ying's meticulous care without feeling guilty.

This kind and gentle girl did indeed take good care of Qin Han.

She cooked all three meals a day by herself, and even did the work that should have been done by the maids, such as changing dressings and washing.

At first, she was a little shy and reserved, but as Qin Han relentlessly pursued her, her defenses were gradually broken down. Especially when she thought that she had suffered these injuries for him, Cheng Ying was unable to resist.

From the beginning when Qin Han called her Miss Cheng, to later Sister Cheng, and finally to his wife, each time Cheng Ying blushed and her heart raced. However, she would only glare at him reproachfully, not actually get angry.

Over the course of the past two days, the atmosphere between the two became increasingly ambiguous and intimate.

Tonight, the moonlight is bright and clear.

Not a single cloud in the night sky obscured the moonlight.

The room was brightly lit by candlelight.

Qin Han sat upright on the bed with his eyes slightly closed, the Northern Darkness Divine Art circulating within his body, and white and gray true energy flowing around his body.

Since acquiring Wu Yazi's sixty years of internal energy, Qin Han would meditate and circulate his internal energy whenever he had time. However, tonight he was not healing, but rather digesting the mixed true energy he had absorbed in the previous two days, purifying it, and making it his own.

The masked man's true energy was somewhat cold and sinister, but it was pure and refined, which greatly benefited Qin Han. The only pity was that the two of them had consumed a lot of energy when they fought, and it was estimated that they only absorbed one-fifth of the masked man's true energy.

"Crunch~"

The door was gently pushed open.

A fragrant aroma of food wafted in, mingling with the unique fragrance emanating from the young girl.

Cheng Ying carried an exquisite food box and walked in with light steps. Today, she was wearing a light green ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), which made her skin look even whiter than snow and her temperament as elegant as an orchid.

Seeing that Qin Han was meditating and practicing his internal energy, she assumed he was still healing his injuries. She didn't disturb him when she came in, gently placed the food box on the table, and began to take out the small dishes one by one and arrange them.

A plate of stir-fried river shrimp, a plate of West Lake vinegar fish, a bowl of Song Sao fish soup, and a pig's trotter soup...

Every dish was made with care.

After setting out the food, Cheng Ying didn't rush Qin Han. Instead, she moved a stool over and sat down at the table, resting her chin on her hand as she quietly watched the man on the bed.

In the candlelight, Qin Han's profile was strong, with a high nose bridge and slightly pursed lips. He looked more composed than usual, lacking his usual teasing and annoying demeanor.

Looking at a beautiful woman under the lamplight makes her more and more attractive.

The same applies to observing heroes under the lamplight.

Cheng Ying realized that whether it was his domineering and forceful demeanor when facing the masked demon, his playful and teasing manner, or his quiet practice now, he was... very handsome.

With so many thoughts popping up, she, who was already very easily embarrassed, felt her cheeks involuntarily flush slightly.

What's wrong with me?

Is it...

Could it be that she's fallen for this bad guy she's only known for a few days, who always bullies her?

Just as the girl was lost in thought, Qin Han on the bed seemed to smell the aroma of food, and he let out a long breath and opened his eyes.

The first thing he saw was Cheng Ying, who was staring at him intently.

Eyes facing each other.

Just moments ago, Cheng Ying was pondering her feelings for Qin Han when she saw the person in question looking at her. Her cheeks flushed instantly, and she hurriedly looked away, her heart pounding.

Qin Han smiled slightly, secretly praising: "A young girl's blushing face is truly the most beautiful sight in the world."

He stretched, and his bones cracked. This was because he had been meditating for too long in order to convert his true energy into his own. With the cracking sound from his body, he felt refreshed and his skills had improved a lot.

"Brother Qin, come and try the Jiangnan dishes I made tonight, see if they suit your taste." Cheng Ying disregarded her shyness and began to introduce the dishes on the table: "This is Longjing Shrimp, made with the fine tea that my aunt bought in Jiangnan. This is West Lake Vinegar Fish, I specially went to my aunt's kitchen to find the freshest fish..."

Listening to the girl's detailed and knowledgeable introduction, Qin Han felt a warmth in his heart, followed by a smile. Is this what it means for girls to be outgoing?

You've probably picked through all the good stuff in your aunt's kitchen these past couple of days...

I sat down at the table, picked up a piece of tender fish and put it in my mouth. The fish was tender, with a perfect balance of sweet and sour, and no muddy taste at all. The cooking time was also just right.

In short, my wife's cooking is delicious.

"Delicious! So delicious!" Qin Han looked very satisfied. "Wife, you've cooked a different dish every day these past two days. I've really had a feast..."

The way he calls her "daughter-in-law" is becoming more and more natural.