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"Uncle."

As Yun'an gazed out the carriage window, every scene he saw painted a vivid picture of the myriad aspects of human life.

"An'er."

Beichen Yili lightly called out An'er's name, seeing the myriad thoughts in those phoenix eyes. His hand with distinct knuckles gently caressed her cheek.

"You needn't worry about matters in Wanton County. With the seal of my authority, Zhu Fugui will naturally be safe and sound."

"Huh No."

Yun'an shook her head.

"I don't miss anything about Wàn Tōng County!"

Though she felt melancholic, she wasn't a saint. She hadn't figured out her own affairs yet, so she had no time to worry about others' business.

"I was thinking, Old Wang must have experienced all that we've seen and heard along the way. Why didn't that old fox make a move"

Yun'an is certain that the things that happened to her and Beichen Yi along the way will also happen to Old Wangye.

Given his temperament, it was impossible for him to stay out of it. Yet, why did he ignore both the Shenwei Army and Wan Tong County

It seems like I'll have to wait until after reaching Mount Taiji to ask the Old King thoroughly.

Leaving Wàn Tōng County, the carriage continued on its journey.

After two bumpy days, we finally arrived at Mount Taiji.

Although Taiji Mountain is only a two or three-day journey from the capital city, the most direct route is extremely dangerous because the roads are old and dilapidated.

So, before going, I took a detour through Wanto County and arrived at my destination after a big circle.

Far away, a majestic mountain gate stood tall on the mountaintop. From bottom to top, there were at least thousands of steps laid out before Yun'an an.

"I hate climbing mountains."

It's very annoying.

Looking at the steep, densely packed steps, Yun An'an wanted to curse.

In the 21st century, she was a fledgling bounty hunter, once sent into the mountains for an assassination mission.

It just so happened that a thunderstorm struck, damaging the power system. As a result, she and Qi Feng had no choice but to climb the stairs by hand.

Since that mission, she has never accepted any related tasks.

At the foot of the mountain, servants guarding both sides of Taiji Mountain stepped forward and bowed to the two.

Two distinguished guests, please present your identification.

"My uncle and I are just two ordinary tourists, we don't have any special status. We just want tickets."

They were on a casual trip and didn't want to be treated differently.

After carefully checking the tickets, the servant allowed them to pass.

"This way, please. Mount Taiji is just upstairs."

The unspoken meaning is that if you want to go to Mount Tai, you should walk there yourself.

"Are there no other means of transportation, like sedan chairs"

It's not that she's scared, it's just that she really doesn't want to climb the stairs, it's too damn excruciating.

"No, only by having this lady personally climb Mount Taiji can she truly appreciate the joy it brings."

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"Come, my husband will carry you."

Bei Chen Yi looked at Yun An An's resentful expression, gently rubbing her nose with his big hand. He squatted down and let Yun An An lean on his back.

"

Please, I can't bear to see Uncle suffer.

"

While saying that, his body language told a different story.

Yun An'an suddenly leaped onto Bei Chen Yi's back, her hands tightly hugging his neck.

Hold on tight, we're going up the mountain.

"Mmmhmm, hold on tight, I'll wipe the sweat off you."

A woman, seemingly out of nowhere, offered a handkerchief to Bei Chen Yi and diligently wiped the sweat from his brow.

Along the way, some people were also headed to Taiji Mountain. People walked and stopped, sitting on the steps gasping for breath heavily.

When a handsome man in a dark robe walked away briskly with a stunningly beautiful woman, the envy in the women's eyes was beyond description.

Look at others, they all know how to be considerate of their daughters-in-law, but you... You can't even take three steps without sitting down for a rest.

"Then why don't you take a look at how good-looking other people's wives are If you were that good-looking, forget about carrying you up the mountain, I would be happy to worship you."

The couple was arguing, and the woman was so angry that she started to cry.

"Uncle, why don't we stop and rest for a bit"

"My husband is not tired."

Beichen Yitian remained unfazed, a smile deepening in his profound eyes.

The soft touch on his back pleased him very much.

"What are you laughing at"

"An'er has gained a bit of weight recently. I'm sure that soon, with my efforts, she will improve even further."

Plump

Holy crap!

This LSP!

Finally, we reached the peak of Taiji Mountain.

From afar, the Taiji Mountain Gate appears tremendously grand.

Upon closer inspection, the stone statues flanking the mountain gate are even more awe-inspiring.

"Oh my, oh my, oh my~~ Who are these two Am I seeing things"

Old Wang, who was munching on sunflower seeds nearby, saw the two of them and, like a monkey in the park, hopped over.

"How is it, the scenery along the way is quite beautiful! But why are you all so slow This old man has been waiting for you here for many days."

Upon meeting, he began to complain, Old Master Wang listing out all sorts of faults about Bei Chen Yi and Yun An An, saying they had missed many exciting programs.

"Let me tell you, this Mount Taiji is a true paradise on Earth. See that This old man's ethereal aura might just blind your eyes."

"

Uncle, where's our room

"

"

Crane Garden.

"

"Take a rest, I'm going to make dinner. What do you want to eat tonight"

Whatever An'er does, I will eat whatever she does.

The husband and wife ignored the old Wang who kept chattering beside them, and strode straight into Taiji Mountain.

"Hey! Look at me, a living person right in front of you, are you blind!"

Looking at the gradually disappearing figures of the two, Old Wang jumped up in anger.

"How can this be tolerated! Old man, I'll fight you all to the death!!"

The neglected Old Master Wang was deeply hurt by the disregard, and today he absolutely couldn't let Bei Chen Yi and Yun An An off easily.

Crane Garden.

Taiji Mountain is vast, and the Crane Garden is just one dwelling among many peaks on Taiji Mountain.

The environment is serene, the air is fresh, and the scenery is pleasant. It's simply a fairyland on earth.

In front of a stone table, Old Wang was eagerly waiting, chopsticks in hand and saliva dripping, for a taste of the delicious food.

Finally, when the four dishes and one soup were gathered, Lao Wangye stretched out his chopsticks to pick them up, but was stopped by Yun An'an.

What are you doing

"Old Wang, answer me a few questions."

Yun Anan slightly raised her phoenix eyes, the smile in her eyes causing Old Wangye to furrow his white eyebrows.

"What are you doing Are you not satisfied with my answer, old man Can't I even eat"

"Correct, first question. What is the feud between Tianjige, the Empress Dowager, and Yingtian Book Academy Why did they entrust the black market with selling the blank Heavenly Scripture"

Yun'an'an believes that these seemingly unsolvable problems they face will have answers if they simply ask Old Wangye.

"Well, how do I put this..."

Having organized his thoughts, the old master made no attempt to conceal anything.

"The old man spent a lot of money to hire the assassins from Tianjigong to kill Han Ying, and someone else also paid a high price to buy Shidan from Tianjigong."

Taking a glance at Yun An'an, Lao Wangye secretly used his chopsticks to pinch a peanut and put it in his mouth, munching on it with a satisfying crunch.

As for why Tianjigong entrusted the black market to sell the Wuzitian Shu, even an old man like myself is unclear about that.

Speaking of this, Old Wang smiled slyly.

"Judging from your expression, you should know that the Book of Heavenly Script isn't a forgery, but one of the genuine upper and lower scrolls."

As expected, everything was within Old Wangye's surveillance.

"The second question is about the Shenwei Army and Wan Tong County. Why haven't you taken action"

"Poor fellow, do you think I have as much money as you"

After taking a sip of wine, Old Wang smacked his lips.

The Divine Might Army is composed of a bunch of incompetent scoundrels. They will inevitably be exposed by the Mobei Alliance. The fate that awaits them is either betraying Beichen Kingdom and becoming lackeys of the Mobei, or death.

As for Wantuan County... a county with hundreds of thousands of people, even if one wanted to do something, he would be powerless.

Although so, he knew that Yun An'an would definitely not stand idly by when passing through Wantu County.

"I can eat now, can't I"

Before Yun'an could speak, Old Wang Ye grabbed his chopsticks and started eating with gusto.

Yun'an An and Bei Chen Yi looked at each other, their eyes understanding the meaning behind each other's gaze.

They needn't tell the Old Master the truth about what happened with Shenwei Army and Xiong Chu Mo.

"Old Master Wang is truly ruthless, actually willing to spend a large sum of money to hire the assassins from Heaven's Machine Pavilion to assassinate Han Ying."

Yun An'an laughed, and the old king, who was eating, raised his head and curled his lips.

"That's not for your own good. The Empress Dowager has already ordered you eliminated. The old man had no choice but to act first, making the Empress Dowager owe you a favor. I couldn't kill you."

"Han Ying wants to kill me"

How could she not know.

Seeing Yun An'an's puzzled expression, Old King turned his head to look at Beichen Yi.

"It must be Bei Chen Yi protecting you. Otherwise, with the expert guards around Han Ying, even if you didn't die, you would be seriously injured."

"Uncle."

Ah, I see.

During that time, she still blamed Beichen Yi for working long hours and being away from home. Little did she know, he was doing it all for her.

As a husband, it is natural to protect one's wife from harm. These are things that a husband should do.

"Uncle~~~~"

Yun An'an was moved.

Such a good man is hard to find, even with a lantern. She must have accumulated great merit in her past life.

"Click!"

Yun'an kissed Beichen Yi repeatedly on the face. If someone didn't know, they would think a female bandit was teasing a well-behaved man.

Here it comes again, here it comes again, can you two pay attention to the influence, I'm still alive, you know.

While stuffing food into his mouth, he glared ferociously at the two of them. This old Wang Ye was so angry!

He just knew he would have to face the sight of the two of them showing off their affection.

"What's wrong with me kissing my own husband It's not illegal. If Old King has the guts, he should go kiss his own daughter-in-law."

"What Must I dig up my deceased wife, who has long since turned to bone, and kiss her"

"Once again, Bai Yunan glanced at An An. Lao Wangye got up, holding a plate of dishes and a bowl of soup. Before leaving, he told the two that he lived next door and not to bother him unless it was important."

"An'er, it's getting late, you should rest now."

Before Yun'an could rise and leave, Beichen Yi pulled the little fairy into his arms.

"Uncle, you must be tired after climbing such a long mountain."

"Rest assured, my husband is strong and healthy. I would never allow An'er to be wronged."

No matter what Yun'an said, Beichen Yi wouldn't easily let go of his prey.

The moonlight on Taichi Mountain was slightly cold, yet it couldn't resist the passionate tenderness.hilling intensity."Don't assume that because of the Deathly Gu, there is any relationship between you and me.""If I could, I would be the first to kill you."As soon as the words left her lips, Yun Ana...