bayedsolid Chapter 298 "He is a chivalrous and righteous man of the martial world"
Chapter 298 "He is a chivalrous and righteous man of the martial world"
Chapter 298 "He is a chivalrous and righteous man of the martial world"
The two were chatting animatedly, their laughter filling the air. Lin Qianqian gestured wildly, her face beaming with a bright smile, her eyes crinkling into crescents, while Xiao Yichen listened attentively with a smile, nodding occasionally in response.
Just then, Murong Yi walked over with steady steps and said coldly, "Your Highness has quite the refined taste! And who is this?" He frowned slightly, a hint of displeasure flashing in his eyes, and stared intently at Xiao Yichen.
Upon hearing the voice, Lin Qianqian's smile froze instantly. She gave an awkward laugh, her eyes narrowing into slits. She forced herself to turn her head and saw Murong Yi staring at her with eyes as big as copper bells, full of scrutiny and doubt.
Her heart skipped a beat, a bad premonition rising within her. Lin Qianqian chuckled dryly, scratched her head, and said, "Hehe, Your Highness, let me introduce you. This is Young Master Xiao Yichen. He's a chivalrous and righteous man of the martial world. A few days ago, I was bullied by thugs, and it was Brother Xiao who saved me. Thanks to him these past few days, Xiaodie and I have been safe." As she spoke, she unconsciously tugged at the hem of her clothes, her eyes darting away.
Seeing this, Xiao Yichen stepped forward, clasped his hands in a fist salute, leaned slightly forward, and performed a standard martial arts greeting. He said loudly, "I am just an unknown junior. I was simply helping someone in need." His posture was upright, his eyes were firm, and he exuded the demeanor of a chivalrous knight.
Murong Yi's first reaction was not to even glance at Xiao Yichen, but to look at Lin Qianqian with eyes full of heartache. She quickly grabbed her hand, her brows furrowed, her face filled with worry: "What! You were bullied! Are you hurt anywhere?"
Lin Qianqian shook her head helplessly, a bitter smile appearing on her lips. She gently patted Murong Yi's hand and said, "I'm fine, Your Highness, don't worry." As she spoke, a barely perceptible hint of emotion flashed in her eyes.
Murong Yi's eyes reddened, and he held Lin Qianqian's hands tightly, his voice trembling slightly: "How could I not worry! What would I do if something happened to you? Those villains are truly ignorant of their own limitations, daring to touch my queen. I will never forgive them!"
Lin Qianqian pursed her lips, her eyes filled with helplessness. She gently shook her head, about to offer some words of comfort, when Xiao Die quickly said, "Your Highness, it's all thanks to Young Master Xiao protecting the Princess all the way, otherwise who knows what would have happened. Young Master Xiao is not only highly skilled in martial arts, but also very righteous. If it weren't for him, the Princess and I would have been in danger!" Xiao Die pouted, giving Xiao Yichen a grateful look as she spoke.
Murong Yi then turned her gaze to Xiao Yichen, a complex expression flashing in her eyes. She curled her lip with a look of disdain and helplessness, and said coldly, "You saved my queen, and I am extremely grateful. Thank you." Her tone, though tinged with gratitude, also carried a hint of aloofness and arrogance.
Xiao Yichen remained calm, cupped his hands slightly, and wore a humble smile as he said, "Your Highness is too kind. It is the duty of us martial artists to help those in need. Besides, the Princess Consort is kind-hearted, and I was merely doing what I should do." He stood upright, neither humble nor arrogant, and his words revealed the chivalry and uninhibited spirit of a martial arts hero.
Murong Yi ignored Xiao Yichen and turned to look anxiously at Lin Qianqian. She put her hands on Lin Qianqian's shoulders and urged, "Qianqian, we shouldn't stay here any longer. Let's go back to the palace first and we can talk about it when we get back." After saying that, she pulled Lin Qianqian and prepared to leave.
Just then, the sound of rapid hoofbeats came from afar. Wuming led a group of soldiers on tall horses. The horses kicked up clouds of dust, and the soldiers, dressed in neat armor, quickly surrounded the group under Wuming's command.
Wuming dismounted and strode to Murong Yi. He knelt on one knee, clasped his hands, and said, "Your Highness, I am late. Please punish me!"