Who is spreading rumors that my filial piety towards them has changed?

"Sorry, no!" Chu Mingkong said matter-of-factly, even with a hint of pride. Girl, are you looking down on me?

Before Shangguan Rong could struggle or resist, Chu Mingkong carried her to the bed and started to retaliate.

Chu Mingkong, holding the two fair, shapely legs on either side of his head, paused his work and asked:

"Are you really willing for me to tell the elders of the Cui family about you and me?"

Previously, they only said that they had reconciled and that Shangguan Rong was temporarily with him because they could help each other. Aunt Gu and the others probably had suspicions that Shangguan Rong and Chu Mingkong had a deeper relationship, but considering that their previous quarrel and breakup had caused quite a stir in the capital, they felt that the two of them couldn't have such a close relationship.

Shangguan Rong looked at the top of the bed curtains, her heart surging with Chu Mingkong's earnest pampering. She placed her jade fork on Chu Mingkong's back and softly said:

"Okay, go ahead and tell me... If you ever need that in the future, I'll help you, but you're not allowed to let them find girls from the brothel for you anymore."

"Then Rong'er, I want to..."

Shangguan Rong anticipated what he was going to say and interrupted him:

"Don't always be at the back."

Chu Mingkong decided not to provoke her for now. He said, "When I really want it, I'll still have to stir things up for her."

"Then you should rest for a while. I'll come over tonight and secretly take you to my residence."

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Zhong Feihuang returned to the West Mansion and went straight to her room.

What have you been so busy with all day? If it were just about managing the household affairs, that would be one thing, but it seems like you've spent the whole day choosing a concubine for Chu Mingkong.

It took quite a while to choose that brand, really...

When people get busy, they can be busy with all sorts of absurd things all day long.

Although Mingkong acted recklessly outside, he was actually a kind-hearted child at heart. He bought the two women after hearing about their plight.

The Jiaofangsi (Imperial Music Bureau) was an important source of revenue for the national treasury, and redeeming a young woman from prostitution was a great honor! The price of a few prostitutes could buy a decent new mansion in the capital.

But in the end, Mingkong didn't relieve his anger. What should we do? Do we have to find something new for him?

Lost in thought, Zhong Feihuang returned to her room and found her personal maid, Ping'er, packing clothes—specifically, Cui Lian's outer garments.

However, she seemed to pluck a rather thick curly hair from Cui Lian's robe and looked at him with a puzzled expression.

Upon seeing Zhong Feihuang return, Ping'er hid her hands behind her back.

Zhong Feihuang asked seriously, "Ping'er, what are you hiding?"

Chapter 104 Matters of the Household (4/17)

Ping'er is gentle and clever, but she doesn't use her wit to cause trouble. Instead, she tries to keep the peace and nip potential conflicts in the bud.

While tidying up Cui Lian's changed clothes, she noticed a curly hair stuck to them.

Although she was a virgin, she recognized this kind of hair because she also had it on her own body; it must be female body hair.

Considering when Cui Lian wore this outfit, the story behind it becomes clear.

On the day that Second Madam Huang was still heartbroken, Cui Lian went off somewhere again to find a woman and a lover!

If Second Madam Huang finds out, there will definitely be another big argument, and the family will be even more unsettled.

Having sold herself into the Cui family as a maid, Ping'er considered herself a member of the Cui family. The East Mansion of the clan leader's lineage had already reached this point, how could the Cui family withstand another disturbance?

Therefore, she wanted to help Cui Lian cover this up by throwing away the woman's hair and not telling Huang Er's grandmother.

It was better to avoid trouble, but unexpectedly, Second Madam Huang returned at this time. Before Ping'er could deal with it, she discovered it!

"Grandma Huang Er..."

"Show it to me!" Zhong Feihuang demanded sharply, her temper flaring. "You've been hiding this so well, could it be that you've been having an affair with Cui Lian behind my back? And you're protecting him so fiercely?"

Ping'er felt wronged, knowing that Zhong Feihuang had been very sensitive about this matter lately, and would fly into a rage over the slightest thing. Since she couldn't hide it anymore and couldn't let things go peacefully, she had no choice but to reveal her hand that had been hidden behind her back.

The most obvious advantage of cultivators is that their senses are enhanced.

The scent on the hair had dissipated considerably, but Zhong Feihuang could still vaguely discern that it contained the dampness and stench of a woman, mixed with a fishy smell, mostly from the smell of fish intestines.

Zhong Feihuang knew very well what else fish intestines could be used for besides being a food ingredient.

Cui Lian, her husband cheated on her again, and it happened on the very day she lost her temper.

This means that after his affair with his father's concubine was discovered, he made a scene but showed no remorse. He immediately went to find another woman to switch places with!

It's unbelievable. Zhong Feihuang had thought that this guy was definitely incorrigible. After being protected by the old lady that day, he would definitely run off to mess around with his aunt again in a few days.

But Zhong Feihuang really didn't expect that he could go this far. He was caught red-handed one second, and the next second he turned around and ran off to play with women again.

Is it really that hard to cultivate in peace and quiet?

When Zhong Feihuang compares men in her mind, she often compares them to Chu Mingkong. Once they are compared, no man can help but pale in comparison to Mingkong.

She wouldn't go so far as to compare her husband to Chu Mingkong; instead, she would talk about Gu Jungui and Feng Keqing. Neither of them had ever cultivated before; they truly started from scratch, knowing absolutely nothing about cultivation.

In the short time that has passed, Ke Qing has already begun to work on the threshold of the first level while "recovering from her injuries," and Gu Jun Gui has also broken through to the first level long ago and is consolidating his foundation.

At this rate, it won't be long before he catches up with Cui Lian, or even surpasses him. So, wouldn't it be difficult for him to cultivate himself for a year or two and honestly break through to the third rank?

To be frank, Zhong Feihuang despised her husband. Aside from his above-average looks, his only redeeming quality was his family background, specifically his surname, Cui. But the Cui family had been nearly ruined by these two generations, and she feared that even that advantage wouldn't last long.

Even so, Zhong Feihuang still diligently served as a good wife to the Cui family, living like a widow while waiting for Cui Lian to come to his senses. Over the years, she never had any affairs with other men. The most outrageous thing she did was accidentally touching Chu Mingkong's private parts last time.

“…” Zhong Feihuang sat on the bed, silent for a while, without crying or getting angry.

In the past, when she discovered that Cui Lian was secretly doing such things, Zhong Feihuang thought she would definitely be furious, but she didn't know why she was so calm this time.

Is it because you've gotten used to it? Impossible, how could you possibly get used to something like that?

Zhong Feihuang also had her own pride. If Cui Lian had found a woman who was better than her, Zhong Feihuang would have been convinced and admitted that she was inferior. But what kind of people did Cui Lian choose?

As a woman, Zhong Feihuang was actually defeated by those other women, and she could only laugh at herself and sigh.

She didn't even ask Cui Lian to catch up with Chu Mingkong, and this is how he repays her!

Suddenly, Chu Mingkong's image flashed through Zhong Feihuang's mind.

Mingkong...

Mingkong's fire hasn't been extinguished yet...

“Second Grandmother Huang…” Ping’er called softly.

Zhong Feihuang's silence only made her more afraid and worried.

Zhong Feihuang took a deep breath, trying to make her tone calm, and said:

"Get out of here. Let me calm down by myself."

"Yes......"

Just as Ping'er was about to close the door, Zhong Feihuang suddenly asked:

Is Mingkong at the Chu Prince's residence?

"After the young prince returned, he said he had some business to attend to and then left. He also said he wouldn't be away for too long... He should be back at the manor by now, right? What happened to Second Madam Huang?"

"Go and see if Mingkong has returned. Tell him that I sometimes need to discuss things with him, and ask if he can come over."

"understood."

Ping'er first went back into her room, poured Zhong Feihuang a cup of tea, and then went out to close the door for her.

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“Rong’er, what do you think of the Cui family? I mean, in the future. Old Master Cui is now in seclusion, his lifespan is short, and many longevity medicines are no longer effective. You could say he has entrusted the entire Cui family to me. But my own family is a mess, and I have no idea what to do with the Cui family. Do you have any suggestions? Any suggestions that need urgent attention?”

Shangguan Rong calmed down and thought for a while. She had been thinking about Chu Mingkong's affairs and hadn't thought about the Cui family. Now that Chu Mingkong had suddenly asked, she needed some time.

"My family and the Cui family are just friends, not close, and I don't know much about them. I can only give you a general idea."

Feng Keqing is a docile woman. Although she may seem like a fickle woman, she has managed to keep her composure for so long without being swayed by Cui Jiazhen's tricks. She must have a good temperament, so there is no need to worry too much about her.

Gu Jungui is your elder in Xiling, Mingkong. He has a gentle nature. I used to think he was a bit aloof, but after getting to know him, I've become much more cheerful.

As for Zhong Feihuang, I think she needs more attention. She comes from a sect, has excellent personal qualities, a fiery and assertive personality, and I've heard she's also a bit jealous? Given the current situation in the Cui family, it's inevitable that she'll have thoughts of self-preservation and independence, planning for her future. You need to comfort her more, otherwise a man like Cui Lian won't be able to tame this proud phoenix.”

Chu Mingkong thought it made sense and nodded, saying:

"Alright, I'll head back now and see where I can find a body. I'll come pick you up tonight."

Chapter 105 The Art Style Is Off

On his way to find the body, Chu Mingkong suddenly had a strange idea: could he buy the body?

It doesn't have to be extremely realistic, just something that looks like a human would be fine!

Finding the two female corpses wouldn't be difficult at all. Qingse's Immortal Treasure Pavilion is still there; asking her to get two of them would be a piece of cake. It's just that Chu Mingkong is a bit lazy.

Once the habits of laziness and procrastination are formed, they are hard to shake off.

"System, do you have that?" Chu Mingkong asked in a low voice.

[Jade dildo?]

Chu Mingkong: "..."

You're not good at reading my mind, are you? Don't you know what I want?

However, this jade dildo was indeed what he wanted. He had never discovered how to use it before. He never expected that selling it would bring him filial piety. It's really amazing!

Chu Mingkong couldn't wait to spend his money and said eagerly:

"This one is fine too. I've bought as many as I can find. I can't find it anywhere in the store."

【No.】

Chu Mingkong: "?"

Did you do this on purpose?

[You can only get it from the filial piety blind box; if I'm in a good mood, you might get it.]