Chapter Fifty-Eight: Returning to Luoyang City

During the past few days, Shen Zixuan had been taking care of Tang Ruoyu. Tang Ruoyu's complexion had improved significantly, and Shen Zixuan let out a sigh of relief. "You look much better now. You worried me to death when you weren't eating before."

Tang Ruoyu responded with a smile. Shen Zixuan had spoken more to Tang Ruoyu in these few days than he had in the past few years.

Shen Zixuan tidied Tang Ruoyu's slightly disheveled hair, sat beside her, and handed her a box.

Tang Ruoyu curiously asked, "What is this?"

"Open it and see."

When Tang Ruoyu opened the box, she was shocked. It was the hairpin she had broken herself a few years ago. Feeling a bit guilty about the incident, she asked, "You still kept this?"

Shen Zixuan smiled and said, "I originally threw it away, but I picked it up again. Over the past five years, I visited famous craftsmen in Qingyun City during my free time and learned from them. Then, I made an identical one for you."

Tang Ruoyu was very surprised that he had kept it. Feeling a bit embarrassed, Shen Zixuan softly said, "Let me put it on for you."

After putting the hairpin on Tang Ruoyu, Shen Zixuan was very satisfied. He checked it from all angles to make sure it was properly positioned, only stopping after a long time.

At that moment, Yu Ke walked in. Tang Ruoyu blushed, and Shen Zixuan awkwardly stood up. "Big brother, you're here."

"I have a few things to discuss with Miss Ruoyu."

"Go ahead."

"Miss Ruoyu, all the Tang family's assets have been transferred to the Ling Master Mansion. Do you have any objections?"

Hearing that the assets were transferred to the Ling Master Mansion, Tang Ruoyu was a bit shocked, but she understood it was for her safety. "Just leave me the Tang family's house."

"Alright, the second matter is that from today, you are an honorary elder of the Ling Master Mansion."

Tang Ruoyu was also surprised by this. The Ling Master Mansion had only one honorary elder, a position just below the chief, allowing access to any resources of the mansion, equivalent to the authority of a young chief. "Thank you, Chief."

"Yes, I will convey your gratitude. Miss Ruoyu, please rest well."

As Yu Ke was leaving, he winked at Shen Zixuan and whispered, "Brother, keep it up."

"I will."

Tang Ruoyu, puzzled by their whispers, asked, "What are you two talking about?"

"Nothing. You should rest well. I have some documents to handle."

"Alright."

Over the past few days, Shen Zixuan had been taking care of Tang Ruoyu. To handle matters more conveniently, he moved his documents to Ruoyu's room. Combined with Tang Ruoyu's documents, there was now a huge pile, keeping Shen Zixuan busy.

Tang Ruoyu gently watched Shen Zixuan's back, her eyelashes fluttering as she thought, I think I'm falling for him.

Meanwhile, Yun Chuxue had already left Luoshen Valley. The valley entrance faced south, but she needed to go to Luoyang City without being noticed, so she had to go from the east, despite the rough roads. However, Yun Chuxue was undeterred.

It took Yun Chuxue over a month to get out. If she could have exited directly from the valley entrance, she might have reached Luoyang City in time to save Tang Mingyuan. However, fate had other plans, and Tang Mingyuan's demise seemed inevitable.

Upon reaching the gates of Luoyang City, she couldn't help but feel nostalgic about the place she once caused a stir.

After entering the city, Yun Chuxue headed straight to the east. Her destination was the largest casino in Luoyang City—Wan Jin Men.

Upon arrival, a subordinate greeted her. "Would the guest like to gamble?"

"I'm here to see someone," Yun Chuxue replied coldly.

"Who would the guest like to see?"

"Your boss, Ye Sisui. Don't be in a hurry to reject me. Just tell him, 'Under the clear moon and breeze, an old friend returns.'"

The subordinate hesitated, half-believing her. "I will notify him right away."

After he left, Yun Chuxue walked straight inside, heading up to the VIP room on the fifth floor. Sitting inside, she felt a long-missed sense of familiarity.

Before long, a robust voice was heard. "Long time no see, Miss Xue."

Yun Chuxue removed her mask, her enchanting eyes looking towards the door. A slightly plump middle-aged man walked in, sat opposite Yun Chuxue, and complimented, "Miss Xue is still as charming as ever. What brings you here today?"

"Just wanted to see you," Yun Chuxue said with a smile.

"Miss Xue, please don't joke around. My Wan Jin Men can't withstand another of your 'visits.' Just tell me what you want," Ye Sisui said directly, clearly afraid Yun Chuxue might cause trouble again. After all, last time she nearly destroyed Wan Jin Men.

Yun Chuxue put away her coquettish demeanor and solemnly said, "I need a new outfit, white in color. Also, a snowflake mask, eight supreme swords, and the top-ranked sword from the continent's sword manual, the Xue Yue Sword."

"Oh my, other things are manageable, but the Xue Yue Sword belonged to the former master of Yun Chu Palace. It's lost, and finding it will be very difficult," Ye Sisui lamented.

"Don't worry, I won't let you suffer. Tell me what you want me to do in return," Yun Chuxue offered.

Ye Sisui thought for a moment and finally made up his mind. "Alright, but you must agree to one condition. And you must pay for it first."

Yun Chuxue was puzzled. "Pay? Pay what?"

"The cost of the supreme sword."

Yun Chuxue was speechless. "How much?"

"Just one million gold coins."

After giving him the money, Yun Chuxue saw Ye Sisui's greedy look and felt a bit disgusted. "Hurry up and tell me the condition."

"Destroy the Northern Xun Empire."

"What?"

"Don't say you can't do it. You said you would fulfill any request."

Yun Chuxue bit her lip, contemplating. Feeling somewhat tricked, she had no choice but to agree. After all, destroying the empire was inevitable. "I'll come to collect the items in a month, but lend me a supreme sword now. I need it."

"Sure, sure." He immediately handed Yun Chuxue a supreme sword. Watching Ye Sisui's excitement, Yun Chuxue rolled her eyes, put on her mask, and left.

After Yun Chuxue left, Ye Sisui immediately gathered his people to search for the Xue Yue Sword for her.

Upon leaving Luoyang City, Yun Chuxue walked to a small hill not far from the city, near Yun Chu Palace. There was a yard on this hill, surrounded by a fence. The yard was overgrown with weeds, clearly abandoned for a long time.

Seeing the dilapidated yard, Yun Chuxue's eyes filled with tears, which soon fell down her cheeks. This was where she had lived as a child, her true home. Now that no one was left in the family, the home no longer existed.

Every step Yun Chuxue took was filled with nostalgia, as if she could see the memories of her time with her grandmother.

"Grandma, I saw someone being bullied today, so I beat up the bully. His name is Yun Chuxinheng."

Her grandmother patted her little head. "Xue'er is amazing. You'll be a great hero one day."

In a flash, she "saw" another memory.

"Grandma, they called me a waste." Yun Chuxue pouted, feeling very wronged.

Her grandmother comforted her softly, "I believe in you. You will become very strong one day."

"Yes, I will work hard. When I become strong, I will protect you."

Then, she "saw" another moment of her causing trouble.

"Grandma... I..." Yun Chuxue stammered. Her grandmother understood and asked, "Got into trouble again? Who did you beat up this time?"

"A... a noble's son. I killed him." Yun Chuxue confessed and then knelt down.

Her grandmother, however, was not angry. She comforted her, "You killed him, it's okay. Don't worry, as long as I am here, no one will trouble you."

"I'm sorry, Grandma."

...

Yun Chuxue half-laughed, half-cried, choking up. "I really wish I could go back to the past."

At this moment, a familiar voice came from the house. "Who are you? What are you doing here?"

Yun Chuxue looked excitedly at the door. A handsome young man walked out, exactly who she hoped to see. This person was Yun Chuxinheng.

"Big brother, I'm back."

This familiar voice filled Yun Chuxinheng with joy. "Third sister, you finally returned."

Yun Chuxinheng rushed over and hugged Yun Chuxue tightly. "Third sister, as long as you are safe, that's all that matters."

"Big brother, I'm fine. However, many things have happened during the years I was gone. I'll tell you everything later, but for now, I need to remain hidden for a few more years. After that, I will announce to the world that Yun Chuxue has returned." Yun Chuxue's tone softened significantly.

"Don't worry. When I become the sect leader, I will help you first." Yun Chuxinheng's attitude was serious; he had already planned everything and was just waiting to take the sect leader's position.

"Thank you, big brother."

Afterward, Yun Chuxue told Yun Chuxinheng about many events that had happened over the years, including matters related to Yu Shi, but she left out anything regarding Mo Qian. She recounted everything else in detail.

Yun Chuxinheng was also surprised. They had clearly met in Shengxing City but had not recognized each other.

After listening to Yun Chuxue's account, Yun Chuxinheng clenched his fists. "Don't worry, third sister. I will make them pay dearly, but first, we need to plan carefully."

"Yes, I will follow your lead."