Diligence System: From Servant to Martial King-Chapter 273 - 257: Jade Girl’s Close Friend, Flower Cage Returns, Love in Turmoil, Secret Yin Yang Pact

Chapter 273: Chapter 257: Jade Girl’s Close Friend, Flower Cage Returns, Love in Turmoil, Secret Yin Yang Pact

The woodshed was narrow, built with yellow mud and stones, with a door but no windows. The farmer feared the two people he sheltered would suffocate to death, so when he left, he left the door ajar, letting the slanting moonlight in.

Illuminating Wen Caishang’s white boots.

The two escaped, changing their clothes completely. But fortunately, the boots "survived." These white boots were of exceptional quality, beautifully embroidered, not stained by dust.

In these rural areas, farmers need to store firewood all year round. Along the way, they pick up broken branches and leaves to fill the woodshed.

Over time, a substantial pile accumulates.

Concealing their figures.

Wen Caishang’s beautiful eyes carried a hint of menace as she pressed down on Li Xian, a soft sword in her sleeve flashing coldly. In this posture and state, she feared Li Xian would escape.

Li Xian felt miserable inside, avoiding pursuit along the way. He made every effort to cover up the "Heavy Pupils," knowing it was hard to explain. But the threat from Zhao Zhiyuan was fierce, leaving no place to hide. Wen Caishang, quick-witted, often faced attacks from strange insects in the deep mountains, making it hard to focus, but once outside, she was bound to ask.

Wen Caishang gently said, "Li Lang, please speak clearly..."

Li Xian said, "Madam... this matter of Heavy Pupils..." Wen Caishang’s fingers lightly brushed, touching the sword wound on Li Xian’s chest, filled with affection yet also annoyance. She had never been in love before but was deeply fond of Li Xian, stirring her emotions and tasting the sweetness of love. However, this boy lied all the time, beyond her control, she said, "You better not lie to me, I hate being deceived the most."

Li Xian said, "Madam... the matter of Heavy Pupils awakened again after my Perfect Appearance. I kept it secret, all because... all because..." He was skilled at arguing, but Wen Caishang was hard to deceive. At this moment, he had nothing to say.

Wen Caishang said, "All because... you fear me?" Li Xian nodded. Wen Caishang softly said, "Then were many things you said before lies to me?"

Li Xian thought, "Madam escaped danger, with suspicions about me. If I told the truth, it would only make her more suspicious. She likes listening to romantic words, so I should say more." He said, "No, why would I want to deceive you, Madam? Only the matter of Heavy Pupils made me afraid of causing a rift, so... so I kept it a secret."

Wen Caishang’s body softened, lying on his chest, saying, "Then... is this statement true?"

Li Xian said, "Absolutely true. Or do you think... this perilous journey is not enough to prove my sincerity? If I wanted to deceive you, why would I risk my life to protect you?"

"Or is it..."

"Madam treats me only with calculations. Do you not see my sincere heart?"

Wen Caishang hurriedly said, "No... Li Lang... don’t think like this, I... I’m sincere with you too, I see your sincerity, I... I will treat you well, both of us will be fine." She was ruthless and selfish, never saying a soft word in the face of life and death. But at this moment, these words slipped out.

Both Li Xian and Wen Caishang were surprised. Li Xian said, "Madam, let’s sleep now." Wen Caishang nodded, somewhat unwilling, but could only set aside this topic.

Silent throughout the night.

The next morning.

Li Xian left hand in hand with Wen Caishang before the rooster crowed. With some remaining wealth, they confidently went into the city to explore.

Seeing bustling people, thriving commerce, and constant carriages and horses. The scent of smoke filled the air. After long residing in mountains and forests, seeing this again brings overwhelming intimacy.

Li Xian felt great joy, finding a clothing shop, spent several ounces of silver to get new clothes for both.

Li Xian was clean and bright, simply dressed. But his free and unrestrained demeanor was hard to conceal. He arranged his long hair and simply tied it up, fixing it with a bamboo hairpin.

Wen Caishang noticed a jade crown, gently picked it up, examined it, and said, "Little Immortal, you are eighteen, it’s time to wear the crown. Come here, I’ll help you crown."

Various dynasties have different rituals. In Nanyang Period, men crown at "fifteen years," Great Yu at eighteen, Great Wu follows Great Yu customs, crowning at eighteen, but some crown at twenty.

Based on the years, Li Xian was at crowning age, ready to take a wife and start a family. Li Xian removed the bamboo hairpin, letting his long hair loose. Wen Caishang’s delicate hands moved about, gathering his long hair, stood on tiptoe to put on the crown.

After tidying up. Wen Caishang felt quite touched, Li Xian’s long hair neatly arranged, face fully visible, looking extremely distinguished and upright, having a bit of depth and restraint in his youthful vigor.

An elegant young gentleman.

"A good man, a good man..." Wen Caishang was delighted, lightly caressing his face. The two’s affectionate behavior disregarded others around.

This clothing shop had decent standards, those exchanging clothes were quite affluent. Ladies from prominent families, officials’ daughters, renowned beauties... frequently appeared. Unable to stop staring, mesmerized by Li Xian’s tall stature and handsome appearance, lost in trance.

Wen Caishang frowned slightly, saying, "Ladies, is my little husband pleasing to the eye?"

Automatically the women came to their senses, seeing Wen Caishang’s exceptional appearance, quickly withdrawing their gazes. Wen Caishang’s brows furrowed slightly, the pair’s passionate feelings accumulated while traveling, growing fond increasingly.

Wen Caishang smiled, "Common flour makeup, why bother to count? Little Immortal, I’ll help you pick an outfit. Guarantee to make you extraordinarily majestic. Come with me..."

Li Xian brushed his crown and said, "Madam... it’s too flashy." Wen Caishang said, "Little husband, you don’t want to accompany me?" Li Xian said, "I have to risk my life accompanying you, Madam."

Wen Caishang picked out several sets of ready-made clothes. All were quite expensive, Li Xian peered into his purse, quietly reminding. Wen Caishang was secretly annoyed, finding no elegance.

Could only keep it simple.

Wen Caishang’s appearance was stunning, plain skirts and luxurious robes couldn’t hide her beauty.

But the more expensive the attire, the more beautiful she became, the more elaborate the clothes’ details. Li Xian paid for the clothes, thinking, "This beauty is truly hard to sustain, with my finances, even getting proper clothes is challenging." 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

Suddenly refreshed. Wen Caishang walked slowly, graceful and composed. Although the quality of clothes was slightly worse, she carried an air of nobility and splendor when dressed.