kvmb Chapter 330 suffered greatly
Chapter 330 suffered greatly
Night fell like a heavy black cloth, pressing down on the earth, making it hard to breathe. An Ye bit her lower lip, filled with helplessness and resentment, but ultimately had no choice but to obey the predetermined arrangement, carefully escorting the severely injured Ye Jiu Chen into the hidden passage. Dongfang Wan'er's eyes were firm and resolute. She quickly changed into a neat and light black outfit, and with agile movements, slipped out the door, disappearing into the boundless darkness.
Her figure, as swift as a ghost, first drifted to her own residence. With a gentle wave of her jade hand, spatial power surged instantly. The rare antiques, precious jewelry, and chests of gold and silver valuables inside the house were all drawn by an invisible hand, quickly disappearing into that mysterious space. Even the exquisite silks, unique porcelains, and other goods in her second sister-in-law's shop were not overlooked. Having done her task, she left without a moment's delay, heading straight for the Third Prince's residence.
The residence was heavily guarded, with sentries both visible and hidden. But Dongfang Wan'er was no ordinary person. She moved with agility, like a light breeze, skillfully avoiding layer after layer of guards, and silently slipped into the house. The Third Prince was sitting at his desk, deep in thought by candlelight, when he suddenly saw Dongfang Wan'er appear. His eyes widened in surprise, and he blurted out, "Why are you here? The situation outside is so dangerous; are you courting death?" Dongfang Wan'er's lips curled into a cold smile, and she let out a mocking laugh: "Your Highness, I have come here today only to kindly remind you not to naively believe that you can manipulate the Dongfang family with impunity." The Third Prince's face turned deathly pale, his lips trembling slightly. He was about to speak in his defense when Dongfang Wan'er spoke first: "Out of consideration for our past relationship, I will spare your life today. But if you harbor any ill intentions and dare to scheme against me again, I will make you regret ever being born!" With that, she flicked her long sleeves, turned, and strode away, leaving the Third Prince standing there, his face filled with terror and regret.
Once everything was settled, Dongfang Wan'er darted towards the secret passage with lightning speed. An Ye and the others paced anxiously at the entrance, their hearts pounding with worry. Only when they saw her return safely did their hearts finally settle, and they breathed a sigh of relief. They then proceeded along the damp, dark passage, their steps hurried yet cautious, finally leaving this perilous place without a sound. Dongfang Wan'er looked back at the receding city walls; the lights on the walls flickered and swayed in the night, seemingly mocking the fickleness and wickedness of the world. She clenched her fists, silently vowing that today's hasty escape was only temporary. One day, she would return as a queen, head held high, making those who had harmed her and her family pay a terrible price.
They traveled tirelessly, enduring wind and rain, until they finally arrived at a secluded valley rarely visited by humans. This place was like a paradise, with towering green mountains whose shadows swayed gracefully; clear springs flowed gently, their waters shimmering. The valley was filled with the fresh scent of grass and trees, tranquil and peaceful—truly an ideal place to recuperate and escape pursuit. Dongfang Wan'er, unable to appreciate the scenery, rushed to Ye Jiuchen's side to check on his injuries. She saw his brow furrowed, his eyes filled with worry. Fortunately, after the arduous journey, although Ye Jiuchen was still extremely weak, he was temporarily out of danger. However, his body was very weak, his qi and blood depleted, and he would need a long period of careful recuperation to fully recover.
From then on, Dongfang Wan'er would go up the mountain to gather herbs every morning at sunrise. The steep peaks and dense forests could not stop her. With her superb medical skills, she carefully examined each herb, meticulously brewing them into bowls of bitter yet hopeful medicinal soup, which she then fed to Ye Jiuchen. Time passed quietly, like sand slipping through her fingers. Under her daily attentive care, Ye Jiuchen's complexion gradually became rosy, his spirits grew stronger, and his health gradually improved.
One day, sunlight filtered through the dappled leaves, casting golden patches on the ground. Ye Jiuchen leaned against the bedside, watching the busy Dongfang Wan'er, his heart filled with gratitude and guilt. He said, "Wan'er, I, Ye Jiuchen, will forever remember this great kindness and will repay it tenfold in the future." Dongfang Wan'er stopped what she was doing, turned to look at him, a faint smile on her face, and said softly, "There's no need to worry so much. It's only natural to help those in need. We are both in the same boat, it's only right that we support each other."
However, fate seemed determined not to grant them peace. The tranquil days didn't last long; a sense of danger crept in. That day, the guard on lookout rushed back to camp, frantically reporting the discovery of what appeared to be the trail of pursuers. An Ye's face instantly darkened. He looked nervously at Dongfang Wan'er, his voice trembling slightly as he asked, "Miss, what should we do?" Dongfang Wan'er, however, remained calm, her eyes revealing unwavering resolve and courage. She quickly surveyed her surroundings, rapidly considering a solution. Then, methodically, she directed everyone to hide in a pre-prepared secret cave, cleverly setting up various traps and mechanisms at the entrance and around it.
Not long after, a group of fierce-looking pursuers burst into the valley. Wielding sharp blades, they searched for their target, their eyes gleaming with greed and ruthlessness. Suddenly, a series of crackling sounds rang out as the pursuers triggered traps. The ground beneath their feet instantly collapsed, and one by one, they tumbled into the pits, crying and screaming in chaos. After the enemy slunk away, Dongfang Wan'er gazed at the devastated valley, realizing that this place was no longer safe and they could not linger. So, she once again led her people to pack their belongings and embark on an unknown journey, heading towards a perhaps safer distance. She knew that more hardships and unknown challenges awaited her on the road ahead, but her eyes showed no fear, only a burning, unwavering belief that illuminated her path.