Chapter 344: Open Road Ahead

simply switching places and going our separate ways.Wu Lianyi explained in a clear and organized manner. Zhao Fenglin was very satisfied with the answer. She truly is his daughter, even in this enviro...Although Shiju's words are phrased as a question, his tone is affirmative. He believes that the tasker is capable of accomplishing this.

The ripples were now on the kang, starting to sort through her belongings, taking out things suitable for a betrothal and answering Shiju's questions at the same time.

"The original body's three wishes, the first two are not difficult for me, only this last one is a bit troublesome. I am a cultivator and don't care about these little loves, it seems that Zhao Jingcheng still has potential at the moment, so let's cultivate him first."

Besides, there's Chen Jia Shu, a venomous snake, lurking nearby. I wouldn't want to dirty my hands by dealing with him myself, nor would I want to implicate the people who came here as educated youths. So after I leave here, I'll create an opportunity for him to act.

"Alright! But in his previous life, Zhao Jingcheng had a serious illness and went into the mountains to find food. While chasing a rabbit, he fell into a deep ravine, hitting the back of his head hard, causing a bloody gash. When villagers found him, he was already dead."

From this perspective, the fact that he is alive is also due to your intervention. Therefore, him dedicating his remaining life to you isn't an unreasonable request.

The millstone helped smooth out the cause and effect of things.

"Well, when you put it that way, I feel even less guilty."

The next day, Lianyi carried a bamboo basket and, accompanied by Wang Xiufen and Zheng Xin, went to Zhao Jingcheng's residence.

Zhao Jingcheng's courtyard wasn't small, but it was in a state of disrepair. After all, he lived alone and for at least three months out of the year, he stayed in a hunter's cabin in the mountains. He wouldn't bother tending to the courtyard; only the room where he rested had a kang fire burning.

Because he received Lian Yi's order, Zhao Jingcheng used half a day to tidy up the yard. He only swept the snow in the yard and then paced anxiously inside the house. He didn't understand what that terrifying woman wanted to do!

Just as Zhao Jingcheng was about to walk out of the yard, ripples and her three companions arrived at the courtyard gate. Along the way, villagers who were clearing snow in the village saw where the three were going, and coupled with their woven baskets, they all thought that the young people wanted to exchange prey.

After all, this trip into the mountains to hunt did yield some game. However, the incident with the black bear injuring people happened, and the carcasses of the two black bears are still in the village's ancestral hall.

The other smaller game was divided among the villagers under the leadership of the deputy headman. A portion was stored by the commune to be distributed later when winter ended, ensuring they could last until spring when wild vegetables sprouted again.

Zhao Jingcheng was an experienced hunter, so he got more game than others. Nobody objected, as the villagers knew Zhao Jingcheng didn't own land and relied on hunting to get food. So before the new year, those who wanted a good celebration would also exchange some grain and meat with him or those in the village who had a surplus.

Although the young educated youths didn't have food, they had the support of their families, money and tickets, as well as some precious things like red sugar. Villagers were also willing to exchange with them.

Back in the present, Zhao Jingcheng ushered the three people into the house and, a little awkwardly, poured three bowls of hot water for them. Then he fell silent.

Wang Xiufen looked around, her eyes flitting over the scene with a casual air. She glanced at Zhao Jingcheng, who seemed slightly nervous, then nudged Zheng Xin's arm and gave her a meaningful look.

"Ripple, you and Zhao Jingcheng chat first, we'll go for a walk in the courtyard and take a look at the other two rooms!"

Zheng Xin said, winking at Lianyi.

The ripples didn't act sentimental, and smiled nodding in agreement.

"Zhao Jingcheng, there's no place in your house that you can't go to, right"

Wang Xiufen then politely asked.

"No, you can just look around."

Zhao Jingcheng immediately nodded.

"Great!"

When the two left, they didn't close the door, so that those in the yard could see them without disturbing their conversation. This was also to avoid suspicion, after all, the two were not yet husband and wife.

Liàn Yī pointed at the two baskets lying on the ground and said to Zhào Jǐngchéng:

"This is an engagement gift. You'd best find a well-respected old woman in the village to go to the educated youth point, and add two more prey yourself."

Zhao Jingcheng glanced at the things on the ground, but instead of responding to Lian Ri's words, he lowered his head and said:

"Wu Zhiqing, don't worry! I will keep your secret safe, no one will know about it, you don't need to be like this."

"Whatever!"

Ripples said unconcernedly.

"What"

Zhao Jingcheng looked up at the ripples, a little surprised.

You said it out loud, but someone has to believe you! I’m just a delicate and weak little girl from the city. Where on earth would I get such abilities!

Ripple smiled sweetly.

Besides, I don't think I did anything wrong! Those two were colluding and trying to harm me, and this isn't the first time.

Last time, it was Pan Nuannuan who pushed me into the river. Her purpose was to let Zhao Shuanzi, who had been waiting for a long time, jump in to save me. This way, she could take advantage of everyone watching and touch me inappropriately. Even if I was saved, there was nothing I could say about it.

This is your territory. If you were concerned for my reputation, would you force me to marry Zhao Zhuanzhi Do you think I could refuse Would the rest of my life be happy then

The second time, Pan Nuannuan led me to a secluded place. Zhao Zhuanzi, who had been hiding there all along, forced me. Things went too far, and then she brought in villagers chopping firewood to watch the whole thing.

Then, not only will I have to marry Zhao Zhuanzi, but I'll also bear the stigma of premarital promiscuity for the rest of my life. I'll never be able to hold my head up high!

After they failed once, they not only didn't learn their lesson, but became even more reckless. Can I not resist Besides, I didn't lie!

The last sentence of the ripples said something profound.

Zhao Jingcheng reacted for a moment before remembering that the person in front of him had once said that Wu Lianyi had died after falling into the river. Now, this person was a substitute. He visibly shivered.

But if you marry me, you won't be able to return to the city.

Zhao Jingcheng gritted his teeth, but still found a very reasonable excuse.

"That's the second thing I wanted to say. Before I left Hongqi Commune, we were already husband and wife. When I can leave officially, I will take you with me."

Zhao Jingcheng suddenly raised his head, a little surprised.

Don't say you're unwilling! There's nothing here worth your attachment! Especially the Zhao family, not even your own blood relative is willing to lend a hand. Last time if you hadn't eaten, you probably wouldn't have made it back!

Zhao Shu'an got into trouble, Zhao Fendou was hospitalized. Although the village was abuzz with gossip, I didn't see many people go to the town to visit him. It shows how unpopular he was.

You've lived in the village longer than I have, so you must know more about these two fathers' character. What future do you see for yourself staying here

This time Zhao Jingcheng didn't deny it. In fact, he knew clearly that when his parents passed away, he was old enough to remember. So he had seen the ferocious face of Zhao Fendou forcing his parents, and Zhao Zhuanzi secretly bullying them. If he hadn't been able to hunt, he might have starved to death.

"I left my belongings and made my feelings clear. Whether you see it as a deal or us living together, I'll wait for you for just one day. After that, forget about me!"dservants beside De Fei and Liang Fei sprang into action. It turned out that these four were not who they seemed. They wore human skin masks, hiding their true identities as highly skilled assassins.F...