Rebirth: Missing the Beloved: Volume 1

By Ti Zi

In the last life, when she was young, she recognized her lover wrongly. She devoted her whole life to fighting the fire with moths but became a poor chess piece in others' hands. This life she wakes up, those who have lost her she wants to kill one by one. She is a devil from the local government. She kills all the evil spirits in the world and kills all the monsters in the world. But he never tangled with the devil who had been divorced in the last life.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Funstory
• Release date: Jan 8, 2020
• ISBN: 9781647962616

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CHAPTER 1 - DECENT DEATH

The wind in Jiangdu was really cold in late autumn.

Manager Shen adjusted the collar of his clothes and slowly walked into Fengqing Palace with bent back. He looked at the ground and didn't even dare raise his head. It was impossible to tell from his humble expression that he was the honored general director of this vast palace.

At the main seat of the Phoenix's Qing Palace, the woman had her eyes closed as she dozed off. The peacock hairpin was about to fall out of her hair. The maid beside her looked extremely frightened, but she didn't dare to go forward and warn her.

Your servant greets Lady Du.

" Manager Shen stood still and said softly.

The woman known as Lady Du slowly opened her eyes.

She turned her head to look and the peacock hairpin fell to the ground with a crisp sound. It frightened the surrounding maids so much that they quickly kneeled down, not daring to even breathe.

That was Lady Du's favorite hairpin!

There was not a single ripple in Du Ruanyu's eyes. However, the corners of her lips curled up into a smile as she said, Eunuch Shen has come for some good news.

Steward Shen glanced at the hairpin on the ground and his expression grew even more humble. Reporting to the Empress, the Emperor has ordered the woman to be put to death and will be handed over to you to handle. The Emperor also said that on account of her being together with the Empress, you sisters, I hope the Empress will let her die a decent death.

Du Ruanyu suddenly stood up from her chair, causing the surrounding people to lower their heads in fear, afraid that they would anger this lady.

Decent? I will." She walked down from above and stepped on the peacock hairpin. As if it wasn't enough to vent her anger, she ruthlessly crushed it once more.

Du Ruanyu disdainfully looked at the peacock hairpin that had been stomped into a completely deformed shape. She seemed to be in a much better mood as she instructed the plants beside her to pick up the peacock hairpin and lead the group towards the dungeon.

The deepest part of the dungeon was dark, and the torches on the walls gave off a faint glow.

Du Mu Zhou was locked in the last room. Two iron chains passed through her collarbone and pressed her to the ground. She no longer had the strength to stand up.

One of her eyes was wounded, and blood was flowing all over her face. She looked like she had frozen, and it was a terrifying sight. Her eyes had been gouged out three days ago.

She still remembered three days ago, Mu Yufeng had stood on top of the Nine Heavens Profound Tower and looked at her with contempt.

Steward Shen held the imperial edict in his hand and announced her crimes one by one in front of all the officials. She knelt humbly on the ground, her white clothes already filthy. The surrounding people couldn't help but want to spit at her.

Du Mu Zhou's heart was as cold as the winter's snow.

To cut off one's own brother, to strangle one's own flesh and blood, and finally to pour all this dirty water on a girl.

She was once the eldest daughter of the prime minister's household. She was an honorable woman in Jiangdu. She was once the sixth imperial concubine of Dongyuan Country, the future empress.

Why did it suddenly change overnight?

It seemed that everyone wanted her dead so that the people of the East China Sea could keep their peace.

She couldn't help but laugh when she heard he wanted to confine her forever in the dungeon. She wanted to climb up to the Nine Heavens Profound Tower and ask Mu Yufeng why he would treat her like this.

Unfortunately, when he raised his head, he saw the red phoenix like woman standing beside him. It was her direct sister, Du Ruanyu.

Her heart felt like it was shattering in an instant as she cried and told Mu Yufeng that she was already five months pregnant. She wanted to see a trace of nostalgia in his eyes, even if it was a trace of pity.

Unfortunately, there was nothing else. Other than a bone chilling coldness, there was nothing else.

CHAPTER 2 - MISPAYMENT OF LIFE

She was dragged down to the dungeon. Du Ruanyu came to investigate, and ordered someone to give her a bowl of formula medicine.

Before leaving, he told the guard beside her to gouge out one of her eyes while listening to her painful screams. Du Ruyu then left with a smile.

If you want to blame someone, blame your own blindness. The me that Yu Feng liked back then was snatched away by you without any shame. But luckily, he has me in his heart. Even on the night of his wedding with you, he was replaced by a guard, and he is currently accompanying me by the Pear Blossom Bridge.

Du Mu Zhou collapsed to the ground, unable to even cry.

Her white clothes were filthy, just like her life.

His mother had died from childbirth and had been raised under the Second Madam's tutelage. His entire right arm had been scalded by boiling water, leaving behind ugly scars. His temperament had changed greatly, as if he had been possessed and sent to another manor to recuperate.

She had an engagement with the Xiao family's son, and was only brought back to the Jiang capital that year.

What was wrong was that she once glanced at that warm man and saw the jade pendant on his waist. She thought that he was the youth who beat up a horse by her side and his body was covered in blood a few years ago.

Someone who had said he wanted to marry her.

She had withdrawn her engagement with the Xiao family, causing them to be displeased. Even if she had caused them to lose their reputation, she had still gone insane and wanted to marry the Sixth Prince, Mu Yufeng.

Later on, she finally got her wish fulfilled and became the sixth imperial concubine. She relied on her father's relationship to pave the way for Mu Yufeng and eliminate others. Now, he had finally ascended the Nine Profound Pagoda and become the most respected man in the world.

However, he ruthlessly stepped on her and wished he could crush her into the ground.

Her little sister, Du Ruanyu, had once lost her innocence after drinking too much with the Sixth Prince. He pitifully begged her to take him in, but now he was looking down at her arrogantly from above.

And all of this was a lie, a naked lie.

Sister, Yu Feng asked me to send you on your way.

Du Mu Zhou wanted to raise his head, but realized that he didn't have any strength left. He could only see Du Ruanyu's pair of shoes with gold lining from his good eye.

Aren't you afraid of being punished by the heavens? Du Mu Zhou lowered his head and muttered.

She looked at the shocking pool of blood beneath her, and no thoughts of living emerged in her mind.

Du Ruanyu bent over and pinched her chin, raising her head up to look at him, Elder sister, are you joking? The person whose hands were dyed in blood is you!

Du Mu Zhou wanted to break free from her grasp, but he realized that he couldn't break free from her delicate, white hands. She looked into Du Ruanyu's glass-like eyes and spat out a mouthful of saliva. Pah!

Ah! Du Ruyu cried out in shock. She closed her eyes and gave her a fierce slap, You slut.

Snow Grass quickly took out her handkerchief.

Du Ruyu disdainfully wiped the saliva off her face. Her originally angry expression looked at the miserable Du Mu Zhou and quickly sneered. She casually threw the handkerchief to the ground and picked up the broken peacock hairpin that was in the hands of the snow grass.

Du Mu Zhou felt a pair of hands viciously pulling up her hair. She looked into Du Ruanyu's bloodthirsty and crazy eyes, which were so foreign to him.

Elder sister gave me this peacock hairpin back then. Today, I'll return it to you. Because tomorrow will be my grand ceremony. I don't need to wear a peacock hairpin anymore. As Du Ruanyu spoke, she could not help but giggle.

CHAPTER 3 - ACUTE PAIN

Seeing Du Mu Zhou's mud-like appearance, Du Ruanyu stopped laughing, Give the order to find ten wooden nails and nail Du Mu Zhou to death here. Then seal this dungeon for me. I want her to never reincarnate.

Du Mu Zhou gathered his last bit of strength and raised his head, Why are you torturing me like this?

Du Ruanyu, who was already planning to leave, turned around. Why? You have occupied the position of a direct descendant for so many years, and even stole my Imperial Wind Sword, so you always wanted to be stronger than me. If my father had not said that you still had some use and wanted you to pave the way for us, you would have died long ago. Today, I am only taking back what belongs to me!

Father, even father plotted against her.

As Du Ruanyu saw the servant bring the wooden nail, a raging smile appeared in the corner of her eyes.

Screams of pain cut through the night like bloodthirsty demons piercing the heavens.

Du Ruanyu and Mu Yufeng will die a horrible death!

Du Mu Zhou let out a final howl of despair, feeling his blood seeping through the wooden nails.

Mother, you once said that I was short on wood and gave me a name, the wooden boat.

That's right!

His vision sunk into darkness, pain engulfed his entire body, and Du Mu Zhou lost his last bit of consciousness.

Clang, clang, clang … There was a wave of noise.

Du Mu Zhou felt a splitting headache and also felt his stomach churn.

Ugh! With a wave of nausea, Du Mu Zhou suddenly opened his eyes and spat out a lump of filth that splattered onto the servant girl beside him, Ling Long.

Coachman, stop the car, I need to clean up.

Miss, are you all right? The maid, Jian Jia, took out a handkerchief and wiped the corner of her mouth. Her eyes were slightly red.

Du Mu Zhou stared blankly at the roof of the carriage, but he couldn't recover his wits.

Wasn't she dead? He was nailed to the cold dungeon.

Was he dreaming?

However, why was the dream so clear? Even the feeling of nausea and vomiting was so vivid.

The coachman was forced to stop, and Linglong got out of the carriage, muttering curses.

Only then did Du Mu Zhou become somewhat more clear-headed. She turned her head and saw a pair of familiar eyes, clean and clear.

She hadn't seen such eyes in years.

Jian Jia? As if she couldn't believe it, but was afraid of breaking this beautiful illusion, she even carefully called out this name.

Jian Jia's slightly red eyes were filled with worry, Miss, do you feel uncomfortable anywhere? Would you like some water?

Only when he sensed the familiar aura from the person beside him did he truly confirm that she wasn't dead.

It was because the day before she was her age, Jian Jia was executed by the Second Madam.

She looked at Jian Jia's innocent face as if she was in another world. Could it be that everything that happened to him was just a dream?

But how could such a heart-wrenching pain be a dream?

Du Mu Zhou pulled up his sleeves and saw the terrifying scar on his arm. His heart suddenly trembled.

There, she saw a very shallow red mark where the wooden nail had been nailed.

Jian Jia felt the cold sweat all over Du Mu Zhou's body, and thought that she saw his scar again. She quickly reached out and pulled Du Mu Zhou's sleeve to cover it up.

CHAPTER 4 - BATH PAIN REBIRTH

Miss, stop looking. Two days ago, this servant heard that an old lady doctor came to the manor and was very adept at removing scars. When I return to the manor, let's go look for her.

Du Mu Zhou's thoughts also withdrew along with the sleeves that had been covered. The pain and torment of the wooden nail piercing through his body also gradually dissipated.

Manor? The old lady doctor?

She was sent to the manor at the age of ten, and at the age of fourteen, there was indeed a doctor's grandma who stayed in the manor. When she rushed back to Jiangdu to celebrate Grandmother's birthday, she returned to the manor, and the doctor's grandma had already left.

It wasn't until the second year after her wedding with Mu Yufeng that she found a needle nanny to make her happy. When she was chatting with him, she found out that a needle nanny had brushed past her shoulder.

This old granny had been taken in by Mu Yufeng to help heal the wounds of the young miss of the Guan Family, and had helped him win over many people's hearts.

It was a pity that Mu Yufeng died the first day he became the emperor. Du Mu Zhou had once felt extremely regretful, but now it seemed that his mother-in-law knew too much and had been silenced by Mu Yufeng.

Jian Jia, how long has it been since the old lady came to the manor? Du Mu Zhou recalled and asked.

Seeing that the young lady was no longer sad, Jian Jia's slightly red eyes had a hint of happiness in them, Miss, the doctor's wife came to the manor three days ago, and I told her about the young lady's situation. She said that it is curable, but it is a pity that Miss has been busy these past two days preparing gifts for the old lady. The old lady doctor said that she will stay in the manor for ten days.

Ten days!

Old Mistress' birthday was the only time every year that she could return to the Prime Minister's Estate, so she always prepared it a few days in advance. Every time she went there, she would make a bunch of jokes, which her grandmother despised and her father disliked.

When she returned to congratulate her birthday at the age of fourteen, Second Madam stayed behind for three days before allowing her to return to the Manor. After a while, her mother-in-law left due to a visit for treatment.

Now, it seemed that the Second Madam had purposely asked for him to stay after receiving the news and had sent someone to remove her mother-in-law from her hands. This was why she had missed out on the opportunity.

Du Mu Zhou still wanted to ask a few more questions, but Linglong had already tidied up her clothes and lifted the curtain.

Not long after the start of spring, Ling Long sat beside Du Mu Zhou, covered in cold air.

Du Mu Zhou couldn't help but sneeze. She slightly raised her eyes and gave Linglong a meaningful look.

Unaware of what was going on, Linglong turned to the coachman and said, Let's go. If we delay any longer, we will miss the hour. When we get back to the dead of the night, the old lady will definitely not be happy.

The journey from the manor to Jiang Du took five hours. In his previous life, Du Mu Zhou was anxious and rushed from the early morning to Jiang Du. Even though he returned rather early, he vomited at the entrance of the mansion. A group of people jeered at her for trying so desperately to find a hole to hide in.

The driver's reins were pulled up.

Stop the car! Du Mu Zhou suddenly spoke, but there was no trace of warmth in his voice.

Linglong turned around and looked at her. Miss, don't mess around. If you don't go back soon, it'll be too late for dinner.

The coachman continued to drive as if he hadn't heard anything.

Du Mu Zhou stood up, opened the curtain and kicked the carriage driver: What? My words are useless?

CHAPTER 5 - SIT SIDE BY SIDE

Startled, the coachman quickly stopped the carriage.

It's so cold outside!

Du Mu Zhou felt that his brain that was blown by the cold wind was abnormally clear-headed, and his nausea and vomiting had dissipated quite a bit.

She waved at Jian Jia, Give me my cloak.

He took the cloak and wrapped it around himself tightly. Then, he sat down next to the coachman and said, Let's go!

Linglong was immediately worried. Miss, you can't do that. If others see it, your reputation will be ruined.

It was indeed a scandal to sit next to the coachman.

However, Du Mu Zhou was very clear that this road was still very far from the Jiang Capital. There were very few signs of life, and there weren't many people that he would meet. The road was bumpy, and if she continued to stay in the car, she would puke.

I just feel sick, so I came out to get some air. There won't be anyone else here. If it gets out, you'll be the one blabbering. Du Mu Zhou turned around and gave a cold smile towards Ling Long, and then turned to look at the driver, Now that I'm beside you, if you drive properly, I'll feel better and go back into the car, and if you accidentally bump into me. When we return to the Residence of Prime Minister, I will definitely tell father that you have to inform your family to come and collect the corpses.

Linglong was frightened by her devilish smile, so she hid in the deepest part of the carriage. Jian Jia originally wanted to persuade her, but in the end she let it go and sat back down obediently in the car.

The driver turned pale with fright from her gaze and hurriedly urged his horse forward. Du Mu Zhou was just an unfavoured young miss. But she was still the daughter of the prime minister.

Seeing that the carriage driver had become much more obedient, Du Mu Zhou felt the cool breeze whistle past him. He felt refreshed, as if he had truly been reborn.

The journey was smooth and the scenery seemed to be approaching Jiangdu. Just as Du Mu Zhou was about to return to the carriage, a black horse came by at high speed. It whizzed past her, causing a cold wind that hurt her face.

Jian Jia Ling Long and the coachman were scared half to death. If a stranger saw this, wouldn't today's incident be a disaster?

Du Mu Zhou returned to the car without a care. It was too fast just now, so she didn't see clearly.

Yet she could still vaguely make out the person in that afterimage.

The eldest son of the Duke of Xiao, the adopted son of the Grand Princess, was the only person in the Empire of Dongyuan that was bestowed the surname Mu by the Imperial Family.

Mu Yigao!

A youth with an elegant demeanor, although he had some true ability, it was impossible for him to use it on the right path.

When he thought about how he had broken off his engagement in his previous life, he had even gone to the Prime Minister's Estate to ask them why they had broken off their engagement. Was there someone else in his heart?

However, after Mu Yufeng had taken control of the Xiao family, there was no news of him.

The youth mounted on the dark horse turned around and glanced at the carriage. His phoenix eyes were filled with ridicule and deep emotion.

The corner of his mouth curled up in a bright smile, My little Flower, this time in the capital, I was indeed sent out to do something.

In the end, before the sky darkened, Du Mu Zhou and the others had rushed back to the Prime Minister's Estate.

He looked at the closed door and the guards at the entrance with disdain.

Du Mu Zhou's face was flushed red. He didn't know if it was because of the wind or because he couldn't suppress the excitement in his heart.

The Du Family, I'm back.

If he saw other people coming back, he would have opened the door and be waiting for them.

When Du Mu Zhou returned, the guard stood there motionlessly, completely looking down on her. They had met many times in his previous life.

CHAPTER 6 - GO TOO FAR

Miss, this group of servants is truly too much. You've come back, it's one thing if they didn't go in and spread the news, but they didn't even welcome you in. They left us here in this cold weather. Linglong spoke in indignation, and then she was about to go and find the guards to argue.

In her previous life, when she heard these words, she couldn't help but feel wronged. She allowed Linglong to cause a ruckus, causing people to stop and watch as they passed by.

In the end, when she reached the prime minister, Second Madam Gu could only say that the guards had failed and had already been punished.

The prime minister thought she was embarrassing, so the second wife put everything on Linglong and Jian Jia, and only let them off after deducting two months' worth of money.

At that time, she was extremely grateful for Second Madam's help. Now that he thought about it, everything was just an instruction from the other party.

Halt! Du Mu Zhou held Linglong back and said, What's the rush? Since Second Madam knows we're back today, she naturally arranged for someone to bring us in.

She was the dignified first lady of the Prime Minister's Estate. If she were to return to her residence, someone would have to pass a message to her before she could enter the residence.

Linglong originally wanted to continue walking forward, but she thought of Du Mu Zhou's gaze along the way, so she obediently stood behind her.

Du Mu Zhou didn't say anything else as he quietly stared at the main entrance of the Residence of Prime Minister with a pair of eyes as black as ink.

The former her was like a plucked peacock, shut by this majestic door, unable to bear the scorn of the servants. She used the peacock's final pride to flaunt her might, and lost miserably in the end.

When something happened and her father wanted to punish her, he put away her bald tail and looked as timid as a drowned chicken.

The previous eldest daughter of the Prime Minister was really stupid.

When she was ten years old, she accidentally broke the ancestral tablet and was punished by her father to kneel at the ancestral hall. As a result, she fainted in the dead of the night due to fright. She had been sent to the manor not long after she had woken up. Now that she thought about it, she had actually helped her. Otherwise, her reputation would have been ruined by staying in the Jiang Capital until it was her prime.

Du Mu Zhou wore a jade green winter coat, and his silver white cloak was stained with some mud. He just stood there quietly, like a water lotus with a petal of ice on it.

The passersby were attracted by Du Mu Zhou's figure and began to discuss with each other.

Du Mu Zhou saw that the door to the Prime Minister's Residence had opened a crack, and an afterimage flashed past. A moment later, Second Madam brought a group of people to greet her.

Han Mo Xiang, the equal wife of Du Zhong, the current second wife of the Prime Minister.

Du Muzhou remembered that after his birth mother's death, his father no longer had any ties, and as his only wife, Han Moxiang, was naturally in charge of the matter.

Even the Han Clan didn't give Han Mo Xiang a rank due to the pressure they placed on him. She had been unable to comprehend the reason behind this.

Goodbye, Second Madam. The flush on Du Mu Zhou's face intensified.

After fifteen years of hard work in nurturing her, she had become so unique and unique. Now that she had returned in this life, she naturally had to thank this madam of hers.

Second Madam's luxurious purple-gold gown accentuated her delicate and charming face, and the metal-coiled step hairpin on her head further demonstrated her identity as the matriarch.

You bunch of dog slaves, did you not recognize that this is the young miss? Senior Zhu, these people will each receive a monthly penalty of two months' worth of money. Second Madam reprimanded the Imperial Bodyguards before pulling Du Mu Zhou's hand with a face full of love and heartache. You're the same, child. How could you not let your servants know that it's such a cold day?"

Du Mu Zhou felt the scorching heat coming from his hands and sneered in his heart. The Second Madam must have been waiting in the warm room for him to make a ruckus.

Having left home for such a long time and missing her elders, she couldn't help but glance at her home a few more times today. Second Madam doesn't need to care. Mu Zhou's heart is filled with joy, but it's not cold!

CHAPTER 7 - HE KOWTOWED AND LEFT

When he saw Han Mo Xiang, Du Mu Zhou felt as if he was about to clench his teeth and bleed. In the end, she restrained herself and held Second Madam's hands tenderly. It was these hands that had sent her to hell.

Du Ruanyu's actions were all Han Mo Xiang's advice and support.

She had been suppressed by someone under the Nine Layer Divine Pagoda and was shackled.

She had once turned her head to look at the crowd, and saw Han Mo Xiang, who had just been conferred the title of first rank madame, smiling at her arrogantly and proudly. How honorable was the future Empress's mother?

Han Mo Xiang's eyebrows creased slightly, but it quickly relaxed again. Previously, when Du Mu Zhou saw her, his eyes would be red with tears of excitement, but this time, his smile was a bit less than usual.

Delight was written all over Senior Servant Zhu's face. Madam, it's still very cold today, and your health hasn't recovered yet. Although First Miss misses Madam, she should still return home and catch up with you. If you catch a cold, it won't be good.

A trace of a smile flashed across Du Mu Zhou's eyes. She was the one who had been cold outside for most of the day, but now it was her fault.

Right. Right. Return to the estate. Second Madam Gu held Du Mu Zhou's hand, looking as if she was unwilling to part with him.

Linglong and Jian Jia were immediately pushed to the back of the crowd, and the group of people majestically went back to the mansion.

Woodboat, mother has already ordered people to clean up your old courtyard. I know you're afraid of your grandmother, so you can settle down and meet her at the Shouan Hall at dinner time.

Du Mu Zhou looked at the familiar path in front of him. Second Madam, since you're not feeling well, you should go back and rest. I haven't seen her for a long time. I want to see my grandmother first. Linglong will accompany me to the Shouan Hall first. Jian Jia, take everything back to the courtyard and settle down.

Then, she led Linglong straight to the path towards the Shou-An Hall, and Jian Jia also followed her orders to leave.

Second Madam looked at Du Mu Zhou's back as a trace of ruthlessness flashed past her eyes. After not seeing him for a year, this little girl had become even more disobedient.

Du Mu Zhou slowly made his way to the Hall of Longevity. Although it was already early spring, the madame was particularly afraid of the cold, so a heavy curtain was still hung over the door.

As soon as he saw her, the maidservant Mi Qi came to greet him. Greetings young mistress. The second young miss is currently chatting with the madame. May I know what business the eldest young miss has here?

What's the matter?

She, Du Ruanyu, could come and chat with the madame anytime she wanted. She must have some business if she were to visit the madame.

It has been a long time since the wooden boat left the manor and did not show its filial piety in front of Grandmother. Today, I came back to visit. Since Second Sister is accompanying Grandmother, I won't disturb the wooden boat. After saying so, she knelt down and kowtowed to him.

This floor is really ice!

However, Du Mu Zhou knew that she would not kowtow today. After dinner, regardless of what she said, she would still be disrespectful to the madame.

The madame didn't like her. In the past, when she came back to the Hall of Longevity, she had always provoked the madame's ire and was scolded at her words. Later on, she became afraid and would only come out after dinner. Although her father would scold her for being unfilial, she was not that worried every time Second Madam came to the rescue.

The jubilant laughter behind the heavy curtain suddenly stopped. Senior Servant Gui's voice came from behind. Did the First Miss return? The Old Mistress has asked you to come in and speak. "

Du Mu Zhou stood up, took off his cloak, and passed it to Ling Long: You stay guard outside, don't bring the cold air into the house.

A trace of astonishment flashed through Miqiao's eyes. She came back to her senses and hurriedly lifted the curtain for Du Mu Zhou.

CHAPTER 8 - NOT SEEN FOR A LONG TIME

There was even a brazier in the room, which was so warm it made people's hearts go soft.

Du Mu Zhou lowered his eyes and bowed respectfully. Mu Zhou greets Grandmother, and wishes Grandmother fortune and good health.

The madame sat at the head of the table. Under her grey hair, her face was full of wrinkles. She had clearly heard the words Du Mu Zhou had said when he took off his cape. At this time, he wasn't that annoyed to look at his granddaughter's red forehead.

We've been rushing on our journey for an entire day. Come, sit down and have a cup of tea. The old mistress gestured with her hand.

Du Ruyu was sitting on the right side of the madame, and Du Mu Zhou was sitting on the left side facing Du Ruanyu.

Big sister, long time no see, little sister misses you so much. Du Ruyu's voice was like a stream of water that flowed into his heart.

Du Mu Zhou raised his eyes and looked at the young girl in front of him, who was as delicate as a bamboo shoot.

This gaze pierced through two lives.

It was as if he had been staring into space for thousands of years.

Yeah, it's been a long time. And I think about my second sister all the time. Du Mu Zhou said one word at a time, clearly and clearly. He was like a water droplet smashing onto Du Ruanyu's body.

After leaving the Shouan Hall, Du Mu Zhou put on his cloak and walked towards her Mu Jin Yuan.

The madame did not make a fuss about it today. She only exchanged a few pleasantries before returning to her room to rest.

Du Ruanyu followed her out of the Hall of Longevity and ran after her.

Big Sis, big Sis. You wait for me.

Du Mu Zhou stopped and asked, What's the matter, second sister?

It's just that I haven't seen big sister for a long time. I think that big sister will be leaving again in a few days. I really don't want to part with you. Let's go to your Mu Jin Yuan. I want to accompany you for a bit longer.

Right after he returned, he was anxious to remind her that it was time to leave. Du Ruanyu was afraid that she would stay and affect his position.

Mu Jin Yuan seems to be in a bit of a mess this time. Second sister should go back to Yu Rui first, or take a seat at Second Madam's place. This time, I'm going to come back and ask father to stay. I don't plan to return to the manor anymore. After all, I have recovered from my enchantment. In the future, I will have plenty of time to accompany you in reminiscing about old times.

When she had collided with her ancestors, she had been scared out of her wits. Everyone in the manor said that she was bewitched. She stayed in the manor for the first half of the year before she came out of the gloom.

Thus, she abandoned her father's reasons and stayed in the manor until she was old enough to come back. At least, it was her own will.

Currently, she was the evil ghost that had come to the underworld to seek her life. Naturally, she had to stay here and have a taste of the evil spirits in the Prime Minister's Estate.

Du Ruyu was dazed for a moment as she watched Du Muzhou leave, her heart in a state of chaos. How could she let Du Mu Zhou stay here? That way, she wouldn't be the only direct descendant of the Prime Minister's Palace.

His mother had clearly said that she would return once she was old enough. At that time, all she needed to do was destroy her engagement and find someone to marry. And he, himself, would forever be the most respected direct daughter of the Prime Minister. Now that Du Mu Zhou had come back early, didn't he want to beat her again?

When she thought about how Du Muzhou, this bald and furry peacock, acted so arrogantly and arrogantly in front of her every day, she couldn't help but get angry.

The more she thought about it, the more agitated Du Ruanyu became. She picked up her skirt and ran towards Second Madam's Agarwood.

When Du Mu Zhou returned to Mu Jin Yuan, the sun had already set in the west, and the fiery red sunset looked very beautiful.

Jian Jia had already arranged everything, heated up some hot water and was waiting for Du Mu Zhou to come back.

Miss, did the madame make things difficult for you? Jian Jia asked while filling the bucket with hot water.

Du Mu Zhou glanced at the shadow outside the door, and a cold smile appeared on his face: Nope, we must give Grandmother a good impression when we return this time. You must remember to carefully put away the screen I prepared for the Hundred Blossom Day Exhibition later. I'm going to surprise Grandmother tomorrow.

CHAPTER 9 - HYPOCRISY

In her previous life, she had meticulously prepared this screen for half a year.

At night, before going to sleep, he carefully examined the flowers on the screen, only to discover that they were all tied with many needles. The screen that was filled with flowers suddenly seemed lifeless and evil.

There were even more people whispering that her fate was not good.

The madame looked a little embarrassed, but she kept it for the sake of her reputation. That night, she was directly beaten to death by her servants at the Zongshi realm.

After taking a hot bath, Du Mu Zhou's mood improved a lot. She chose a warm yellow robe and put it on. Her hair was simply tied up and only had a white jade hairpin stuck in it.

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