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If this person had any connection with her, Mo Xier would definitely remember. She has always been welcoming to good-looking individuals, and his expression seemed to suggest they were acquainted, but why did she have no recollection of him at all?
"I know the lady, but she probably doesn't remember me," he said, pausing slightly with the Folding Fan in his hand, yet his face remained smiling.
Her guarded heart gradually relaxed. Although the few people behind him looked cold and unfriendly, there was no killing intent, which eased her mind.
Looking at the man holding the Folding Fan, her lips twitched in irritation. She raised her hand to her forehead and asked in a strange tone, "Are you hot?"
Even though she used her internal energy to protect herself, she could still feel the cold seeping in. At that moment, she wished she could wrap herself in a thick quilt to ward off the chill.
But this person was running around with a Folding Fan on such a cold day; he was either too hot or just showing off. Thinking of this, Mo Xier looked at him disdainfully, recalling a phrase often spoken in modern times: "Don't show off; showing off invites disaster."
Just as he was about to continue waving the Folding Fan, his slender hand froze mid-air. His lips twitched just like hers upon seeing the disdain in her eyes, leaving him momentarily at a loss for words.
Mo Xier was about to say something when her gaze suddenly caught sight of a man behind him who looked just as handsome but exuded a murderous aura. With just one glance, she realized he was a woman disguised as a man.
As for why she was cross-dressing, Mo Xier didn't care; however, she was quite concerned about the killing intent radiating from her since their first encounter.
She knew that since arriving in this world, she had never offended such a woman—not even once—and had never even seen her before. She couldn't understand what had provoked such an expression upon seeing her.
Feeling puzzled, she called out to her, "Hey, did I offend you?"
Ajin had initially thought that this woman looked exactly like the person on the notice—except for her white hair. Remembering that her brother had been searching for this person recently made Ajin's heart fill with malice.
Originally, she intended to find and kill her before her brother did, but unexpectedly ran into her here; indeed, enemies meet on narrow roads.
She was already displeased, and seeing her brother chatting with this woman so casually made the anger inside her rise sharply. The killing intent flashed uncontrollably, and with Mo Xier pointing directly at her, she could only glare back without retracting her imposing aura.
Mo Xier helplessly rubbed her forehead, feeling that there always seemed to be someone in this world who inexplicably harbored hatred towards her.
Not knowing what had provoked them, she smiled lightly and said teasingly, "I say, miss, if I've offended you in any way, just tell me. At worst, I'll apologize. But glaring at me like this is quite baffling!"
Startled, Ajin looked at her uneasily. "Can you tell that I'm a woman?"
She had gone through careful makeup; although her features were delicate, with such a disguise, it was unlikely for an ordinary person to see through her cross-dressing.
"If you don't want to be discovered, then hide your killing intent. Otherwise, I might really think I've offended you somehow."
Suddenly, Mo Xier looked thoughtfully at Jiang Wei and nodded knowingly. "Could it be that you are his wife? Is that why you can't stand him talking to another woman?"
"I..." Upon hearing Mo Xier refer to herself as her brother's wife, joy immediately filled her heart, and a blush appeared on her previously cold face, making her look shy.
However, before she could speak, the man standing in front of her suddenly turned cold. "Shut up!"
He abruptly turned around, his previously smiling eyes now transformed into a sword filled with coldness aimed directly at her. His words carried no warmth. "If you can't behave yourself, then get lost."
Jiang Wei's attitude made Mo Xier frown deeply. This woman hadn't done anything yet was treated this way; it was clear she wasn't a good-natured person at all—far inferior compared to Night Star.
Although he sometimes appears cold towards himself, after falling in love, he shows her endless affection, while being extremely indifferent to others. This man is cold to his wife but still offers a gentle smile to a stranger, which is truly unexpected.
She frowned slightly and looked at Jiang Wei with displeasure. "It is said that a man should cherish his beloved wife, yet your attitude towards her is quite disgraceful."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Wei paused for a moment and then gently explained, "Miss, you are mistaken. She is not my wife."
Mo Xier was taken aback and then looked at Ajin with confusion. "Then I don't understand. Why do you harbor such hostility towards me? If I remember correctly, today is our first meeting, right?"
Ajin was about to say something when he noticed the man's gloomy expression. He immediately lost his bravado and smiled lightly. "Miss, you misunderstood. I only showed hostility because I encountered a stranger in this wilderness and was worried about my brother's safety. I hope you won't take offense."
So it was about her brother. Mo Xier nodded in understanding and turned her gaze towards the man. "How do you know me?"
As soon as she asked, Mo Xier furrowed her brows tightly. Everyone knew about her situation with Night Star, and given her identity as Princess Fuyuan, it was common knowledge throughout the Heavenly Universe Kingdom. This question seemed unnecessary.
Jiang Wei didn't mind and smiled as he said, "To be honest, I could be considered your lifesaver."
Huh?
Mo Xier was left speechless. A lifesaver? What did that mean? She didn't recall anyone saving her.
Of course, except for Night Star.
Looking at him suspiciously, Mo Xier wore a wary expression. "Is that so? Why do I have no recollection of it?"
"It is normal not to remember, after all, you were unconscious when you fell from the roof that day." He put away the Folding Fan in his hand, not wanting to be looked at like a monster.
Now it made sense; Mo Xier instantly knew which day he was referring to.
It was the day she was captured by Old Madam for the first time. After enduring great hardships to escape, she suddenly fainted for some unknown reason. When she woke up, Night Star was already by her side, so she naturally assumed that Night Star had saved her.
So it was him!
Collecting her thoughts, Mo Xier smiled and said, "Then I thank you, young master."
Jiang Wei glanced ahead, a look of confusion in his eyes. "If we keep going forward, we will reach Vermilion Bird Kingdom. Are you headed there, miss?"
The Vermilion Bird Kingdom was located in a complex area with steep mountains along the way. To enter Zhuque, one would have to cross several large mountains where wild beasts often roamed. Without someone familiar with the terrain to guide them, they might be devoured by beasts before even reaching the borders of Zhuque.
Moreover, the people there were extremely xenophobic; anyone from outside their territory would inevitably face discrimination.
Furthermore, this girl had a head full of White Hair. The rumors about White Hair had spread across various countries, and everyone feared it. If she rashly ventured there, her situation could turn dire.
Mo Xier slightly furrowed her brows. Was that all there was to Vermilion Bird Kingdom? She was unfamiliar with the terrain and had been relentlessly pursued by people from Ice and Snow Kingdom. She had no time to analyze and had come this way, only to realize she had taken the wrong route again.
Looking at Jiang Wei, Mo Xier asked in confusion, "Which way should I go to reach Boiling City in Heavenly Universe Kingdom?" Since this person had saved her at the general's residence, he must be acquainted with Night Star and wouldn't harbor ill intentions. With that thought, Mo Xier felt relieved.
Now everyone avoided her because of her White Hair, shouting threats against her. She would be grateful to anyone who didn't mind her White Hair.
Jiang Wei chuckled and said, "Miss, you’ve taken a wrong turn. Boiling City is in the opposite direction, but it’s not far."
The woman excitedly grabbed Jiang Wei's sleeve, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. "Really?"
The man paused slightly, looking at the woman who was tugging at his sleeve with an excited expression. A strange light flickered in his eyes, and he awkwardly cleared his throat.
Realizing her mistake, Mo Xier quickly withdrew her hand and scratched her head in embarrassment. Such behavior might seem normal in modern times, but in this conservative ancient setting, it could easily lead to misunderstandings.
Regaining his composure, Jiang Wei said, "Yes, just follow this road straight ahead. After you pass that mountain, you’ll reach Boiling City. Are you perhaps going to Boiling City?"
Is she going to find Night Star? For some reason, he suddenly hoped that this woman was not the person he was looking for. That thought was unsettling, as if it arose naturally after seeing her shy and charming face.
Her eyes were sometimes shrewd and sometimes lively; she was quite interesting. Suddenly, he jolted—what was he thinking? This woman was already engaged to someone else.
Jiang Wei's words made Mo Xier's mouth twitch violently. She still had to cross a mountain to get there, yet he casually said it was not far? Did he think it was just a street away?
But she couldn’t say much more and could only respond slowly, "Yes."
Jiang Wei pondered for a moment before smiling and saying, "Are you going to find Night General? Why don’t we go together?"
"Young master, that’s not appropriate..." Just as Jiang Wei finished speaking, a voice came from behind.
Following the sound, they saw a tall and sturdy middle-aged man with a stern face. From his dull demeanor, he appeared honest and straightforward—a typical warrior at first glance.
Mo Xier felt a wave of doubt rise within her; the attire of these people and the killing intent that leaked out unintentionally clearly indicated that they were not ordinary individuals.
The man in front seemed to be the leader. The middle-aged man's words were left unfinished as Jiang Wei suddenly turned around, his eyes shining with intensity as he shot a glance at the middle-aged man, instantly silencing him.
The woman behind him had also wanted to say something, but upon seeing the man's cold expression, she ultimately held her tongue.
"Aren't you heading to the Vermilion Bird Kingdom?" She knew that these people were coming from the same direction as her, so what was their sudden change of course about?
Realizing the woman's sudden distance, Jiang Wei quickly explained, "I was merely wandering without a specific destination. Since I happened to encounter you, and we are old acquaintances of the Night General, why not travel together and pay a visit to the Night General?"
Wandering? How leisurely! Mo Xier couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Some people toil under the sun and rain just to make ends meet, while others have the luxury to wander without a care. Life truly seems unfair.
If Jiang Wei knew that the woman before him was secretly disparaging him in her heart, he might have felt three black lines appear on his forehead.
After seriously considering Jiang Wei's words, Mo Xier ultimately decided to travel with him. After all, she was unfamiliar with the area; if she went alone, she didn't know where she might get lost. She was naturally directionally challenged; nothing had ever been difficult for her in life except for finding her way.
"Since that's the case, let's travel together! But may I ask how to address you?"
"Jiang Wei."
In the lush forest, the group gradually moved further away. Under the clear blue sky, a flock of birds flew by slowly, chirping incessantly.
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