Miao Yi didn't comment on her words and remained silent.
Seeing his reaction, Yun Zhiqiu's surprised expression gradually faded. She raised an eyebrow and said, "I think I understand now."
"Huh?" Miao Yi snapped out of his daze and looked at her. "Understand what?"
Yun Zhiqiu said bluntly, "You didn't talk to Yang Qing about Virtuous Assembly Hall not because you didn't want to. Deep down, you know he's a good candidate to talk to. It's not because you're purposely avoiding him, or because you're jealous that he's smarter than you. You want to prove that you can do things well without him."
Miao Yi was taken aback, but soon burst into laughter. "Madam, you're being ridiculous. Is there a need for me to compete with him?"
Yun Zhiqiu scoffed. "You're competing with yourself."
Miao Yi's expression twitched, then he smiled bitterly. "Am I that unforgiving in your eyes?"
Yun Zhiqiu's eyes flashed, and her serious expression suddenly turned mischievous. She blinked and said, "What? Can't take a joke?"
Miao Yi rolled his eyes, but inwardly, he sighed in relief.
Yun Zhiqiu intentionally changed the topic and brought it back. "Yang Qing's plan is both simple and difficult. How do you plan to do it?"
Miao Yi slowly nodded. "Let me think about it."
Just then, Xue Er appeared outside the silent quarters and reported, "Milord, we have a guest."
The couple walked out of the silent quarters. Miao Yi asked, "Who is it?"
Xue Er replied, "Murong Xinghua."
"Uh …" Miao Yi was taken aback, wondering what Murong Xinghua was doing in this godforsaken place. He didn't think Murong Xinghua was here to see him. Putting aside the fact that Murong Xinghua hadn't left with him all those years ago, he had offended the Ying Clan so badly. Even though they had temporarily put aside their grudges, Murong Xinghua and Cao Wanxiang were still working under the Ying Clan. It was inappropriate for them to come visit him.
As he pondered, he turned around and saw Yun Zhiqiu looking at him suspiciously, as if he and Murong Xinghua had done something shameful. He added, "My relationship with her is very simple."
Yun Zhiqiu's expression changed quickly. She smiled ambiguously and said, "I didn't say anything. What are you trying to explain? What else do you want to explain? Go on. I'm listening. "
Snow pursed her lips, as if trying to stifle her laughter.
Miao Yi couldn't stand this woman anymore. He let out a dry cough, then placed his hands behind his back and walked away. "I'm going to meet a guest."
Yun Zhiqiu replied calmly. "I haven't seen her in a long time. You don't mind if we go together and take a look, right?" Regardless of whether Miao Yi agreed or not, he followed along.
The living room still maintained traces of the Buddhist style. Murong Xinghua, who was dressed in a black dress, looked the same as before. She did not touch the tea that Qian'Er had served her politely. Instead, she was looking around. This was her first time coming to the Ghost City's Main Town Residence, especially the famous new Main Town Residence. He was somewhat curious.
Before they arrived, Murong Xing Hua sighed inwardly when he heard about the background of the new Manor. He realized that Lord Niu was still the same as before, causing a commotion wherever he went. The Kṣitigarbha Temple and the Manor had always minded their own business, but after this person arrived, he actually changed the Manor and even brazenly tricked them.
When the couple appeared from the back hall, Murong Xinghua hurriedly stood up to greet them. "Milord, Milady."
"We're all old acquaintances. Besides, you're not my subordinate anymore, so there's no need to be so polite. Just treat it as an old friend catching up. Have a seat! " Miao Yi gestured for Murong Xinghua to sit down, then sat down beside Yun Zhiqiu, who was smiling and nodding in greeting.
After all, they had not seen each other for a long time. After sitting down, Murong Xing Hua was slightly reserved. However, he still said a few polite words, "That year when I parted ways with you at Heaven's Street. The speed of your promotion is truly godly. "" Haha, let's skip the pleasantries. I'm sure you've heard about my situation for you to be able to come here.
I'm sure you've heard about my situation. I'm just hanging on by a thread. That title of Head Town is just a decoration. "Miao Yi mocked himself for a while, then continued with interest," Let's talk about you instead. Miao Yi mocked himself for a while, then asked with interest, "Let's talk about you instead. How are you doing now? Why do you have the time to come here?"
Speaking of his current situation, Murong Xinghua's smile was a little forced. "My situation is rather embarrassing. Cao Wanxiang divorced me."
"…" Miao Yi and Yun Zhiqiu were taken aback. They looked at each other, then Yun Zhiqiu asked, "What happened?"
Murong Xinghua smiled faintly. "It's actually nothing much. After I left Celestial Avenue, I became the commander of the local troops under Cao Wanxiang's command. Thanks to Madam Cao Wanxiang, my days were pretty good. Later on, there was a change in the Heavenly Court. Marquis Tianyuan was removed from his position. As Marquis Tianyuan's trusted aide, Cao Wanxiang was more or less implicated. Originally, he was supposed to be purged as well. Fortunately, Tianyuan had some acquaintances with Heavenly King Ying, so Tianyuan managed to save some of his trusted aides. Cao Wanxiang was one of them. He was transferred to another place in the Northern Army. Naturally, I was brought over as well. Although Cao Wanxiang managed to avoid being purged, his position was slightly demoted from Domain Chief to Vice Domain Chief. It was a blessing in disguise. Later on, Cao Wanxiang got to know a distant relative of the Marquis. Hmm, a woman. The two of them got together. "
Miao Yi frowned. He could roughly guess what had happened after hearing the latter part of the story.
Yun Zhiqiu's expression was sullen. "He divorced you just because of a distant relative of the Marquis?"
Murong Xinghua smiled bitterly. "He had his own plans. I can't blame him. After all, he was no longer under Tianyuan's command. There were only strangers around him, and he didn't have anyone close to him. As soon as he went there, he took over someone else's position. Naturally, his days weren't going well. If he married that woman, he would be able to establish a relationship with the Marquis. It might even be beneficial to his future. At the very least, the others wouldn't dare to make things difficult for him if he became in-laws with the Marquis. Didn't I also get rid of Cao Wanxiang's first wife back then? What right do I have to criticize others? Perhaps this is the retribution I deserve. What's more, Cao Wanxiang did his best to help me in the end. He promoted me to Vice Grand Commander before divorcing me. We had a peaceful discussion before, and I didn't have any complaints. He also said that if he could make a comeback, he wouldn't leave me alone. He would think of a way to take care of me. However … since we've already broken up, I don't think there's any need for us to be involved in the future. It wouldn't do either of us any good. The woman he married isn't a good person either. After all, she has the Marquis's backing. It's understandable that she's a little willful. "
Yun Zhiqiu said angrily, "It's not like I haven't seen Cao Wanxiang before. Look at his stubby appearance. How blind can the Marquis's relative be?"
Murong Xinghua smiled and said, "What Madam says makes sense. Unfortunately, that woman is even more unsightly. Otherwise, Cao Wanxiang wouldn't even have the chance to curry favor with her."
Even though she said that, only she knew the pain she was feeling. Regardless of what shameful things she had done during the Lifeless Lands assessment, Cao Wanxiang was still the first man she'd ever been with. He had already taken her virginity when she was still a virgin. Furthermore, she had been with Cao Wanxiang for so many years. The reason she didn't leave with Miao Yi back then was because she wanted to live a good life with Cao Wanxiang. It had nothing to do with Cao Wanxiang's looks. All she wanted was to live a peaceful life. Now that Cao Wanxiang had abandoned her, she knew how she felt.
As a woman, Yun Zhiqiu was furious for a while, but she quickly calmed down. She knew that there was nothing to say about this matter, and it was normal. Regardless of gender, there were countless people in this world who would abandon everything for the sake of their future. Cao Wanxiang wasn't the only one. Besides, it wasn't her place to interfere in other people's family affairs.
She could only let out a sigh. Unexpectedly, Murong Xinghua stood up and cupped her fists at Miao Yi, who was sighing inwardly. "I am all alone now. I heard that Milord is lacking in manpower. I wonder if Milord is willing to take me in? I am willing to serve Milord once again! "
Actually, after separating from Cao Wanxiang, she had wanted to come to Miao Yi. Among all the people she knew, Miao Yi was the one she admired and trusted the most. However, due to some emotional reasons, she didn't want Miao Yi to look down on her. In addition, because she didn't leave with Miao Yi all those years ago, she felt that it would be inappropriate to come to him when he was in the limelight. It wouldn't even be considered as icing on the cake, so she had no choice but to give up on the idea. Who knew that after all these years, Miao Yi's situation would take a turn for the worse. She had also heard about the recent news, so she came to him without hesitation.
As soon as he said this, Miao Yi and his wife were taken aback. Both of them were slightly moved. They believed that Murong Xinghua had also heard about Miao Yi's current situation. Under the circumstances where he couldn't even recruit people from Virtue Assembly Hall, he was still willing to throw away his future and come to this dark place. It could be said that he was sending charcoal in a snowstorm.
Miao Yi hesitated. "If you are willing to come, I will naturally welcome you with open arms. But will you let him go?"
Murong Xinghua said, "Cao Wanxiang will be in an awkward position with me there. His wife isn't an easy person to deal with, and the people under me are also in an awkward position because I am Cao Wanxiang's ex-wife. They can't afford to offend me, but they can't afford to not offend me either. Furthermore, there will be an empty position after I leave. I believe everyone is eager for me to leave, so there shouldn't be a problem. As long as Milord is willing to take me in, I will immediately return to handle this matter. "
Miao Yi tilted his head to look at Yun Zhiqiu. He wanted to accept her, but he was worried that Yun Zhiqiu would misunderstand.
Yun Zhiqiu seemed to have guessed his thoughts. She smiled and said, "It seems I must congratulate Milord for gaining another trusted subordinate."
Only then did Miao Yi sigh and say, "In that case, as long as they are willing to let him go, I won't have a problem with it. However, I must make it clear that my relationship with the Ying Clan isn't that good, so it won't be convenient for me to make an appearance for you. Otherwise, it might backfire. "
Murong Xinghua immediately said excitedly, "I understand."
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