Chapter 95: The Second Beautiful Lady Arrives in Flowing Snake

Translator: Tim Editor: Tehrn

Shi Wei, outnumbered by Fang Nan's men, was easily subdued; one leg was broken before he could offer any resistance. However, Fang Nan hesitated to kill him. While he wouldn't face legal repercussions, the Amphibious Gang was too powerful. Killing Shi Wei would inevitably trigger a war. Breaking his leg was a show of respect for Ning Qingxue.

"Take your men and get out!" Fang Nan didn't hesitate to expel Shi Wei. In Flowing Snake, his word was law.

Although furious, Shi Wei was powerless in Flowing Snake. He had no choice but to comply with Fang Nan's order. Revenge would have to wait until he could report the incident—with embellishments—to his superiors.

Shi Wei and his men left the hotel, moving to another within Flowing Snake. It was late, and his broken leg limited their options. Furthermore, Shi Wei knew Fang Nan wouldn't actively seek him out, even if he remained in Flowing Snake.

Fang Nan was indeed aware of Shi Wei's continued presence, but he avoided further escalation. He had justification for his actions regarding Ning Qingxue, but expelling Shi Wei from Flowing Snake would be unwarranted. He could afford to be unreasonable if he were stronger, but even he couldn't challenge the Amphibious Clan.

Ning Qingxue watched the swift, bloody fight unfold, dumbfounded. She was surprised Ye Mo had such loyal friends in Flowing Snake. His quiet, flower-growing existence was perplexing. However, considering Song Shaowen and Song Shaotan's deaths, and today's events, Xiao Lei's claims about Ye Mo's capabilities seemed true. This contrasted sharply with the rumors in Beijing portraying him as useless.

Fang Nan, observing Ning Qingxue's beauty, was stunned. He mused that only someone like Brother Ye could possess such a wife.

He respectfully moved Ning Qingxue to a private area and revealed details about Ye Mo's activities in Flowing Snake, including the annihilation of two clans. He assumed Ning Qingxue, as Ye Mo's wife, was already aware.

Ning Qingxue grew increasingly astonished. Ye Mo's accomplishments in Flowing Snake over such a short time were astounding. He had commanded the respect of local bosses. However, she was disappointed by his absence.

Alone in her Flowing Snake quarters, Ning Qingxue felt a profound loneliness. She questioned her motives for seeking Ye Mo. Their relationship had always been one-sided; even their marriage was a pretense.

Did she love him, or was it something else? What if she found him? Would she apologize for her past treatment and then simply return to her own life, regardless of his response? She felt utterly lost.

Love? What was love? Even if she didn't love him, would she seek another marriage? She hadn't considered divorce, but should she find Ye Mo and simply state her unwillingness to divorce? Was that all?

Ning Qingxue sighed. The more she thought she understood Ye Mo, the more confused she became. Despite her limited understanding, she recognized his magnanimity—a quality she valued. Her initial perception of him had been skewed by a lack of understanding. Her failure to divorce after his departure suggested a subconscious acceptance of their marriage.

But she needed to find him. The thought of Ye Mo remarrying while she remained his wife was unacceptable. Ning Qingxue had her principles. While willing to marry him, she wouldn't beg for his affections.

Ning Qingxue tossed and turned through a sleepless night. Dawn broke before she finally slept.

Having failed to find Ye Mo, she decided to leave, but first, she wanted to see the pagoda where he had lived. Although destroyed, Fang Nan had ordered its reconstruction.

Wishing to see Ye Mo's former residence, Fang Nan accompanied her with several men. He wanted to avoid further incidents in the chaotic Flowing Snake, as any trouble would reflect badly on him. Besides, Ye Mo had saved his life and restored his authority. And, honestly, Ye Mo's enemies didn't number enough to pose a real threat.

Since her last mission, Chi Wanqing had lost her desire for military life. Every few days, she called Luo Cang and inquired with her cousin, Zhu Man, about Ye Mo's whereabouts. Each time, she received disappointing news—he hadn't visited Zhu Man's company.

Chi Wanqing knew Ye Mo had a frugal life; yet why hadn't he accepted the job she secured for him? Was it pride? But Brother Ye didn't seem that way…

She decided to search for him herself. She felt that if she didn't, they might never see each other again. Despite a sense of bitterness, she resolved to go to Flowing Snake.

Ye Mo had mentioned he was there, and his absence from Luo Cang implied his presence in Flowing Snake.

It was Chi Wanqing's first "family visit" leave since joining the military. Lo Lin, though suspicious, approved it, given it was her first request.

Chi Wanqing, of course, didn't visit her family. She went to Flowing Snake. More experienced than Ning Qingxue, she wasn't intimidated by the place.

Her skills protected her from even multiple attackers. She also possessed her "bare cockroach"—a reference to a dangerous pet—knowing its capabilities firsthand after a near-fatal encounter. Ye Mo had saved her life; thus Flowing Snake, while dangerous, posed little threat.

Chi Wanqing arrived at midday. She witnessed Shi Wei being loaded into a car and driven away from Flowing Snake.

While she intended to inquire about Ye Mo, she avoided Shi Wei and his men, recognizing their unsavory nature.

However, Shi Wei's gaze was fixed on Chi Wanqing. He couldn't believe his luck—two stunning women in two days! "Fang Nan, Fang Nan, you got one; I got one too!"

From his portable bed, he bellowed, "Take that woman! We're leaving Flowing Snake, but I'll have my revenge!"