Chapter 40: Give an Inch, Take a Mile

Chapter 40: Chapter 40: Give an Inch, Take a Mile

The four men of the Xiao Family were all extraordinary martial artists, and even the three younger ones were skilled.

Although she had lost her memory, some things were ingrained in her bones; she could tell at a glance that the men in this family were martial artists.

As for the women, other than Gu Qingli, the rest were ordinary people. Regarding Gu Qingli, Jueqing knew she hadn’t understood medical skills two years ago; the necessary herbs Gu Qingli used were either bought or Jueqing herself had taught her how to gather them.

These days, however, it was clear that Gu Qingli possessed incredible medical skills.

As the saying goes, an expert reveals their skill with a single move.

Gu Qingli’s medical skills were definitely top-notch.

In their line of work as assassins, they not only had to learn how to kill but also medical principles.

Missions rarely went perfectly smoothly; unexpected situations always arose, and injuries were inevitable.

So, basic self-rescue and self-treatment were essential skills.

Within the organization, some formidable assassins even knew how to concoct and counteract poisons, using them to kill.

Of course, she couldn’t do that.

Those skills required a certain talent.

So, where did Gu Qingli’s medical skills come from?

Even if she had been learning since birth, she might not have reached this level, let alone in just two years.

As the three of them—Gu Qingli, Xiao Yunjing, and Jueqing—were lost in their own thoughts, though the thoughts were complex, it all transpired in about ten breaths’ time before Gu Qingli broke the brief silence. She looked at Jueqing and said, “Let’s just call you Wuqing for now. Wuqing, let’s not discuss whether you’re going to kill me or who wants me dead. Let’s talk about you. What are you planning to do next?”

It’s just someone from the Capital City,

Gu Qingli thought.

We should first sort things out for Wuqing. She landed in this predicament because of me, so from a humanitarian standpoint, I should help her if I can.

However, instead of answering Gu Qingli, Jueqing looked towards Xiao Yunjing.

Xiao Yunjing ignored Jueqing’s gaze and looked at Gu Qingli, who wore a calm expression.

Does Li’er already know her own background? Why isn’t she worried about her own situation first?

he wondered.

Looking at the composed Gu Qingli, he then said to Jueqing, “There are no outsiders here. Li’er wants you to speak, so you might as well. If you want to live, you must already have a plan in mind.”

Since someone in the Capital City wants Li’er dead, just destroying the Secret Sect’s lair won’t be a permanent solution,

Xiao Yunjing mused.

Only by finding and dealing with the employer can we eliminate the threat for good.

Jueqing hesitated and said, “I can’t go back to the Secret Sect, and there will definitely be endless pursuits in the future. I am willing to stay here and serve by your side.”

Xiao Yunjing sneered. “You’ve certainly got it all figured out, haven’t you? We can’t protect you.”

Gu Qingli was also speechless.

I thought Jueqing would go into hiding, but she brazenly wants to stay here. Isn’t that just inviting trouble for us? One pursuer was bad enough, but now an entire organization of assassins? Does our family even want to go on living?

Jueqing’s face stiffened for a moment. Suddenly, with a THUD, she knelt on the ground. With a determined look in her eyes, she said to them, “Wuqing only asks that you take me in. In the future, I will serve as a servant or maid by Young Miss’s side.”

She had a feeling that staying with them was her only chance to survive. She knew the Secret Sect’s methods all too well; they could track you down no matter where you fled, even to the ends of the earth. Unless she crossed the ocean to the legendary foreign lands. But how could she, a lone woman with nothing, possibly manage that? Not only are there storms at sea, but also pirates. She didn’t have the ability to deal with those.

“You’re really willing to go all out, even acknowledging a master,” Gu Qingli said, unable to remain calm. She stood up, pointed at Jueqing, and continued mercilessly, “Do you have any idea what kind of people you’ll attract if you stay? That’s your entire organization! What kind of people do you think we are? Farmers with hoes? Do you think we can take on an organization of assassins? Are you trying to get our whole family wiped out? You should leave. You were injured because of me, and I saved you twice, so we’re even.”

I was actually thinking of helping her if I could, and yet she wants to stay! Doesn’t she know the consequences of staying? Talk about taking an inch and wanting a mile!

Jueqing remained kneeling on the ground, silent.

Gu Qingli took a deep breath, suppressing the urge to beat Jueqing up, and pulled Xiao Yunjing back to their room.

“I’m so angry, Yunjing! What should we do?” Gu Qingli fumed as soon as they returned to their room, her brow furrowed.

She knew the Xiao Family members were skilled in martial arts, but they were up against an entire organization of ruthless assassins who killed without batting an eye.

If they came one by one, Xiao Yunjing and his sons could probably handle them. But what if they swarmed us like bees?

Just thinking about it made Gu Qingli furious.

Which bastard in the Capital City brought such a huge disaster upon our family? I really want to go and poison that person to death right now!

Xiao Yunjing removed her shoes and clothes, then carried her into the bed under the quilt. He undressed himself before getting onto the bed, then held her in his arms and said, “Don’t worry, I’m here. Tomorrow, I’ll go to the Capital City.”

“Go to the Capital City? Do you know who to look for?” Gu Qingli looked at Xiao Yunjing in confusion.

Xiao Yunjing smiled. “If you tell me, then I’ll know, won’t I?”

“Do you know my identity?” Gu Qingli asked suspiciously.

“COUGH, COUGH, COUGH… If you tell me, then I’ll know, won’t I?”

Gu Qingli rolled over and lay atop Xiao Yunjing, her beautiful eyes staring into his dark ones. “Tell me, when did you find out?”

Xiao Yunjing captured her rosy lips with a kiss and said, “When your mother told you. I was eavesdropping outside.”

He had no choice but to lie; he was sure Ms. Wu must have told Li’er.

Sure enough, Gu Qingli’s heart eased. She clenched her teeth and said, “You knew everything but didn’t tell me! How do you think I should punish you?”

Xiao Yunjing smiled cunningly. “Then, Li’er, shouldn’t you also tell me about the ’concoction’ you used on me? How should *I* punish *you*, hmm?”

Er!

Gu Qingli rubbed her nose, gently slid off Xiao Yunjing, and burrowed under the covers.

So he knew all along!

she thought. Gu Qingli pouted.

Well, knowing is his punishment. What do I have to feel guilty about?

Xiao Yunjing chuckled.

So it really was his mischievous little wife’s doing!

He had only been bluffing to test her.

HAHAHA…

Their playful banter dispelled the gloom Jueqing had brought.

“Yunjing, don’t go to the Capital City,” Gu Qingli said after a while, poking her head out from the covers. “The New Year is approaching. Let’s just observe for now and see what happens.”

She wasn’t at ease with him going to the Capital City alone. Besides, it’s almost New Year; even assassins probably take time off for the festival.

“Alright, I’ll listen to you.” Xiao Yunjing rubbed her head. “Let them come, whatever monsters or demons they may be. We’ll take them down one by one.”

During this time, it wasn’t just his own martial arts that had advanced significantly. He and his three sons, along with three of their creatures, had all made considerable progress. He was confident they could defeat anyone who came. Assassins, you say? We’ll see who ends up killing whom.

「The next day,」

Gu Qingli rose and immediately went to check on that ingrate, Jueqing, to see if she had left.

She inwardly hoped Jueqing would be gone.

However, upon arriving, she exclaimed inwardly,

Good heavens!

Jueqing was still kneeling in the exact same position as when they had left her the previous evening.

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