Destroy his Third Leg

Jiang Li and his followers were stunned. In an instant, they felt an overwhelming spiritual pressure that was completely unstoppable. The powerful and terrifying aura directly knocked Jiang Li and his men to the ground.

Just as Luo Ruying was about to teach Jiang Li a profound lesson, a figure suddenly leaped out of nowhere and blocked Luo Ruying's attack. It was an old man with gray hair, eagle eyes, and a hooked nose. He stretched out his withered palms to block Luo Ruying's aura but was pushed back several steps, nearly falling.

What powerful pressure! This girl looks young, yet her cultivation is at least at the Immortal Realm, maybe even higher!

"My boy didn't mean to offend you, miss. I hope you can forgive him," the old man said politely. "I, the Jiang family, will definitely visit with generous gifts someday."

Zhao Zhuohao raised his hands in a gesture of peace. He realized that Luo Ruying's cultivation was higher than his and that he might not be a match for her.

Luo Ruying frowned slightly, retracted her aura, and asked calmly, "Are you his protector?"

Guardians are typically personal guards assigned by large families for the safety of their outstanding heirs. They usually hide nearby and appear when the target is in danger. Luo Ruying was surprised that someone like Jiang Li had a protector, which spoke of the Jiang family's power.

Zhao Zhuohao nodded, confirming his role.

"Mr. Zhao, we can't just let this matter go!" Jiang Li, frightened and fallen to the ground, became enraged and pointed at Luo Ruying, ordering, "Mr. Zhao, catch her!"

"The head of the house is waiting for you to return, young master. He has been kept waiting too long and will be angry again," Zhao Zhuohao urged Jiang Li. He knew his young master's character well and whispered, "Master, that woman is difficult to deal with. If you like her, I'll find a way to get her for you later. Let it go for today."

Jiang Li, though unwilling, looked at Luo Ruying with a sinister expression. Hearing Zhao Zhuohao's promise, he couldn't help but anticipate the future and licked his lips. He decided to spare her for now, planning to make her suffer later.

"Let's go!" Jiang Li shouted angrily to his guards. As he left, he glanced at Luo Ruying with a lingering, malicious intent. Wife? That would be even more enjoyable~

Zhao Zhuohao offered an apologetic smile to Luo Ruying before leaving.

"I'm sorry, Sister Luo, Brother Ning. I made you unhappy..." Qi Yuan bowed and apologized. Jiang Li was obviously targeting her, and if she hadn't insisted on their company, Luo Ruying and Ning Yechen wouldn't have been entangled in this mess.

Luo Ruying, though helpless, shook her head and said it didn't matter. If she hadn't taken Luo Hongye and Ning Yechen into consideration, she would have killed Jiang Li. If he dared to offend them again, she would show no mercy.

"Let's go," Luo Ruying said, turning to Ning Yechen, only to see him smiling at her.

"You, what's wrong with you...?" Luo Ruying asked, shocked.

"Nothing, my dear. I'm just happy that you're finally willing to call me husband again~" Ning Yechen leaned in close and smiled. Despite his anger earlier, he felt elated when Luo Ruying defended him, calling him her husband. This was the second time she used the term since she asked him to take the children and run away last time.

Luo Ruying blushed, thinking of her words. She had blurted them out in anger at Jiang Li's insult. Reflecting now, she felt a bit embarrassed. But between husband and wife, such a title was normal. Was Ning Yechen so happy over just a word?

Qi Yuan, observing the exchange, couldn't help but sigh. Sister Luo and her husband's relationship was so good, though it made her feel a bit like a third wheel despite their having a child.

"Can you call me husband like you did just now?" Ning Yechen asked with a smile.

Luo Ruying's cheeks reddened like sunset clouds, and she murmured softly, "Yes, I'll try if I have a chance in the future..." She still felt a bit embarrassed calling Ning Yechen her husband, but seeing his happiness, she couldn't refuse, so she shyly postponed it.

Ning Yechen smiled slightly. Though a bit regretful, he was patient. He took Luo Ruying's hand, and they continued walking down the street. They had plenty of time.

Luo Ruying held their child in one hand and allowed Ning Yechen to hold her other hand. The scene was particularly warm for the family of three. Qi Yuan, walking behind them, felt awkward, unsure if she should join them. She felt like a bit of a third wheel.

As they walked through the street, they passed by three figures wearing bamboo hats. These figures, sitting in front of a stall eating, were the three Chaos Demonic Kings who followed Ning Yechen.

The three had been quietly following Ning Yechen, awaiting his instructions. They had seen everything that had happened. When they saw Jiang Li disrespecting Luo Ruying and calling Ning Yechen a "pretty boy," they were terrified.

The Heaven-Swallowing Divine Python, pretending to eat, sent a message to Ning Yechen, asking coldly, "Sir, do you need me to kill all those who offended you just now?"

"Do not kill Jiang Li. Just destroy his third leg. Kill all the others. Remember not to make too much noise and don't disturb my family while we are shopping," Ning Yechen replied calmly, as if discussing something trivial.

The Heaven-Swallowing Divine Python, after receiving the order, silently stood up from the stall and walked towards Jiang Li's group. The others wondered why Ning Yechen wanted Jiang Li's third leg destroyed instead of killing him outright. They began to sympathize with Jiang Li, as being killed by them would be a mercy compared to facing Ning Yechen's wrath.