A farmer has a shrewish wife; he's busy making money every day.

After fooling around all night, when Ye Qingxue woke up at noon the next day, she felt a long-lost sensation that her whole body felt like it was about to break apart.

To make matters worse, just when I thought I could rest in bed for a couple of days to recover, Yunlai sent me a message.

—Everything is ready, see you at midnight at Mojing.

Mojing is the only well with clean water outside Mocheng. It was originally the only water source for the people of Mocheng. However, in the past few decades, several other wells have been discovered inside the city, and Mojing, being a remote well outside the city, has gradually become unused.

After reading the note in her hand, Ye Qingxue burned it and then threw herself into the quilt.

I'm so tired...

Just then, Lu Chuci came in with lunch, earning dozens of glares from Ye Qingxue.

Lu Chuci knew he had gone too far last night, so after putting down the plate by the bed, he gently helped her up and held her arm.

"My wife, let's eat. I'll serve you."

Ye Qingxue hummed twice and leaned against Lu Chuci without moving.

Lu Chuci, with great perceptiveness, reached out and brought over the rice bowl, along with the glistening meat and vegetables, carefully blowing on it to cool it down before handing it to Ye Qingxue to eat.

Ye Qingxue accepted his service without hesitation and lived a short period of life where food was served to her.

After they had almost finished eating, she finally spoke: "There's news from Yunlai."

Lu Chuci paused for a moment: "When do we set off?"

"Tonight at midnight." Ye Qingxue opened her eyes and looked at him.

This operation is indeed quite dangerous. Not to mention whether the people Yunlai found are reliable, the entire operation is being carried out on enemy territory. Once discovered, it would be like lambs to the slaughter or fish in a net, with no chance of escape.

Lu Chuci couldn't help but worry, but he also knew that Ye Qingxue couldn't possibly not do it.

"I'm sorry, I shouldn't have bothered you last night."

Ye Qingxue's anger had been dispelled by his pampering. Lying in his arms, she raised her hand and pinched his cheek: "It's okay, I'm in good health. I can handle your little bit of intensity."

She meant to comfort her, but she regretted it as soon as she said it.

Isn't this a blatant suggestion that someone isn't working hard enough, and an attempt to motivate them to try harder next time?

Sure enough, Lu Chuci's expression suddenly changed.

"No...that's not what I meant..." Ye Qingxue explained weakly, but Lu Chuci silenced her with a kiss.

The kiss was brief and gentle, carrying a comforting quality that was extremely soothing.

After the kiss ended, Lu Chuci leaned down and hugged her tightly, his arms around her waist, his voice soft yet earnest.

"Be careful and come back safely."

"okay."

"Are your muscles still sore? Let me massage them for you again. There's still time until tonight, so I'll stay here with you tonight."

"it is good."

—

The night in Mo City was an extremely pure black, and the moonlight poured down without reservation, illuminating the path ahead for Ye Qingxue.

She concealed her presence and quickly made her way to the Mojing area, where Yunlai was already waiting.

Led by Yunlai, the two rushed towards the Chi tribe, which was more than ten miles away.

Along the way, Yunlai explained in detail to Ye Qingxue the identity she had been given.

Her friend was knowledgeable in pharmaceuticals and held a high position. She had a younger sister who was bedridden for many years. For the past month, they had been laying the groundwork for the sister's recovery, so that Ye Qingxue could disguise herself and take over the sister's identity.

“My friend’s name is Tianyao, and her sister’s name is Tianrong. She’s not very talkative. This shouldn’t be too difficult for you to play, right?” Yunlai asked.

"Of course it's not difficult. She can portray any personality so realistically," Ye Qingxue thought.

"No problem, can you make sure I won't be discovered?" Ye Qingxue asked.

Yun Lai nodded: "We've laid the groundwork for so long just to make sure no one suspects anything before we dared to send you."

This matter is too dangerous; Yunlai must make thorough preparations.

Ye Qingxue glanced at Yun Lai's serious expression.

She probably didn't even realize that she was working so hard to help Ye Qingxue.

Ye Qingxue withdrew her gaze and looked directly at the faintly appearing firelight ahead: "Thank you."

Yunlai wasn't particularly used to this thank you, so she subconsciously sped up.

Before an incense stick's time had passed, the two arrived at the border guarded by the Chi tribe.

Looking out, Ye Qingxue saw that the firelight seemed to stretch endlessly.

The yurts inhabited by the Chi tribe stretch all the way to the foot of the distant mountains. The further in you go, the more advanced the buildings become. At the deepest part, it's almost like a small town.

No wonder they unified the grassland tribes within a few years; it's no wonder they had the power to challenge the Wu Dynasty.

Yun Lai led Ye Qingxue around to the back, and thanks to their status as cultivators, they easily slipped inside.

According to the clues Yunlai discovered, the Wu Dynasty should not have sent anyone here to collect the spiritual herbs yet, so there are currently no cultivators in the Chi tribe, and they can travel freely.

After making several turns and bypassing the domes, cleverly avoiding people getting up in the night, the two gradually ran towards the inner perimeter. Yunlai only stopped when the buildings were no longer tents but small brick houses.

She looked around to make sure no one was there before pushing open the door and pulling Ye Qingxue inside.

Tianyao had been waiting inside. Upon seeing the two arrive, she immediately stood up and asked, "How did it go? Did it go smoothly?"

Yun Lai nodded to indicate that everything was going smoothly, while Ye Qingxue observed her friend from the side.

She has a beautiful face and calm eyes, giving people a very composed feeling.

Ye Qingxue had no doubt that such a person could actually do something to rebel against the unreasonable customs of the Chi tribe.

“From now on, I will call you Rongrong. This is how I usually address my sister in front of outsiders,” Tianyao said gently.

Ye Qingxue naturally had no objection: "Okay."

Without much small talk, the group quickly settled everything in a few words.

After observing her for a short time, Ye Qingxue felt that Tianyao was somewhat trustworthy.

"You can rest well here today. Rongrong, do you have any plans for tomorrow?" Tianyao looked at Ye Qingxue. "I am a pharmacist and I have to go to the pharmacy every day. Is there anything I can do for you?"

Ye Qingxue nodded and asked directly, "Where do you keep your rarest and most precious herbs?"

Since the Martial Emperor has come for this purpose, the only way to detect their movements is to keep an eye on the herbs.

Tianyao pondered for a moment: "Precious herbs are hidden in the secret room of the pharmacy. If they are spiritual herbs, then they are in the wizard's and goddess's palaces."

Ye Qingxue raised an eyebrow; her intuition told her that the item should be in the Goddess Palace.

"Where is the Goddess Palace?" Ye Qingxue asked.

Tianyao turned around and found a sheepskin map, pointing to a certain place in the center: "This is it, near the clan leader's hall. Since the last goddess left, the clan has not been able to choose a successor goddess, so the goddess's hall has been locked and is not easy to enter."

Ye Qingxue carefully wrote down the route, then stuffed the parchment into her bosom.

"It's alright, could you take me to the pharmacy tomorrow?"

"can."

Given Tianyao's status, it's acceptable for her to bring her younger sister to the pharmacy, but the Goddess Palace is not a place that just anyone can go to.

Tianyao thought for a moment and said, "I can't go into the Goddess Palace, but I can take you to see the outside."

A meaningful glint flashed in Ye Qingxue's eyes. She glanced at her, and after two seconds, nodded: "Thank you."