Clouds and Moon Shadow

Liu Jun said angrily, "Yes, Manager Zhou didn't want to cause trouble, so he gave it to us the last few times, but those mad dogs from the Pan family..." Thinking of the situation that day, Liu Jun gritted his teeth in hatred.

Gu Qingyue thought for a moment and decided to stop while she was ahead. She couldn't ask too many questions and arouse suspicion. It seemed that she still had to work on Manager Zhou. She felt that the young man's reasons seemed reasonable, but there was something strange about them.

Since the Pan family is a powerful and influential force in Liquan County, collecting protection money, they wouldn't bother with a small general store. They would have to be running a lucrative business. What could this little shop possibly have that would be of interest to them?

They even came to the shopkeeper's door time and time again, and when they failed to collect protection money, they even stabbed him. Although it sounds a bit too realistic and cruel, it is the truth.

Who has ever seen a city's richest man send people to beat up a tea egg vendor every day? It's the same principle.

Moreover, judging from the investigation, besides the spices and other businesses on the surface, the Pan family was very likely involved in "big things" such as human trafficking on the side. There was no reason for them to keep harping on a small grocery store.

Gu Qingyue was certain that something was amiss.

After leaving the North-South General Store, Gu Qingyue walked down the street with her head down, lost in thought.

Following behind, Wen Qinghong's eyes gleamed with a hint of worship as he gazed at Gu Qingyue's retreating figure with fervent eyes.

He never expected that Gu Qingyue, besides being skilled in martial arts, also possessed superb medical skills. She could even cure serious illnesses that the old doctor at Huichuntang couldn't cure. She was truly amazing!

Instantly, countless little hearts popped into my mind.

Meanwhile, Gu Qingyue, who was in front, was completely unaware of the gaze that was shot onto her back.

She had to think about whether, if Manager Zhou woke up, she should directly reveal their situation and seek cooperation, or try to extract useful information to save the people herself. After all, they didn't really know Manager Zhou well, and they didn't know what kind of person he was or whether he was trustworthy.

However, for the time being, the enemy of my enemy can be considered a partner for the time being.

Just as she turned a street corner, a strong black horse suddenly appeared before Gu Qingyue's eyes.

"Whoa—!" Just as they were about to collide, the coachman shouted, managing to bring the fast-moving horse to a stop. The horse neighed, and the coachman himself broke out in a cold sweat.

The coachman composed himself; he was startled by the young man who had suddenly appeared before him.

Until Gu Qingyue raised her head, the words of his reprimand stopped on the tip of his tongue, swirled around, and he finally said, "Young brother."

Gu Qingyue was also surprised. Wasn't this the aloof young man? He was driving, so wasn't the person in the car the handsome young man Mu Xiaoqi?

The heavy thoughts in Gu Qingyue's mind receded completely like a tide at this moment, and a trace of joy emerged.

There's no way around it, she's just a genuine sucker for good looks.

It can't be changed.

"You've come to Liquan County too?" Gu Qingyue greeted her cheerfully, glancing at the carriage at the same time.

Mu Nan nodded and whispered into the carriage.

A moment later, the carriage curtain was lifted, revealing Mu Yun Chu's face. Gu Qing Yue couldn't help but look him over. He was just as handsome as ever, but it seemed that he was a little paler.

"Young man, it's good to see you again," Mu Yun Chu nodded slightly.

Gu Qingyue frowned and approached the carriage. "Are you sick? Or injured?" she asked, lowering her voice as she spoke.

In fact, as soon as Gu Qingyue approached the carriage, she smelled a trace of blood, which clearly indicated that Mu Xiaoqi was more likely injured.

When Mu Yun Chu heard Gu Qing Yue's question, the wound that had been accidentally aggravated when she lifted the curtains earlier started to hurt again.

He gave a helpless, bitter smile.

Just as he was about to speak, he heard Gu Qingyue ask again, "Is the injury serious?"

I was certain he was injured.

Mu Yun Chu felt a touch of emotion. He recalled the countless injuries he had sustained since entering the Lizhou camp, and how no one had ever asked about him with concern and care like a family member. Yet, this little boy he had met a few times had offered him such a small greeting, which, to him, was a rare warmth he had never felt in a long time.

His furrowed brows relaxed, and he returned a faint smile.

"It's alright," Mu Yun Chu said.

"Qingyue, Qingyue, are you alright?" Gu Qingyue wanted to ask again, but then Wen Qinghong's voice came from behind.

Gu Qingyue turned around and smiled reassuringly at him, "Do I look like something's wrong?" After saying that, she raised her hands and spun around.

Wen Qinghong looked around and, seeing that she hadn't bumped into anything, finally relaxed, patted her chest, and let out a long sigh of relief.

He was walking behind when he looked up and saw a black horse almost face-to-face with Gu Qingyue. It scared him to death; he didn't want anything to happen to his good friend.

Upon hearing Wen Qinghong's words, Mu Yun Chu raised an eyebrow in surprise, "Your name is Qing Yue?"

Gu Qingyue smiled and said, "Yes, Gu Qingyue, Qing as in relaxed, and Yue as in the moon."

I finally have the chance to tell the handsome boy my name. How wonderful.

"A good name." Mu Yun Chu looked up and met Gu Qing Yue's smiling eyes, which were curved like shattered starlight. His mood, which had been heavy for the past few days, suddenly improved.

Gu Qingyue saw the boy opposite her soften his serious expression upon hearing her name, and her mood also became strangely pleasant.

"Thank you," Gu Qingyue's smile grew even brighter.

"Yes, I have something to do today, goodbye," Mu Yun Chu lowered his head and pressed the wound on his abdomen, which had started bleeding again. He needed to find Doctor Bai as soon as possible.

Gu Qingyue nodded, as if to say goodbye.

Once the carriage had gone some distance, Wen Qinghong, ever the gossip, came over.

"Qingyue, who is that? She seems really powerful?" Wen Qinghong's eyes shone with curiosity.

Gu Qingyue did not answer, but turned around and continued walking back.

At this moment, my mood is no longer the same as when I first came out of the general store; I feel a little light and a little happy.

A smile unconsciously crept onto her lips.

What a strange encounter! She was still very grateful to God. After all, coming into this world, God had given her a huge blessing for those who appreciate good looks, hadn't he?

The current predicament doesn't seem so bad anymore.

Mu Yun Chu leaned against the car window, her fist pressed against her lips, listening to Gu Qing Yue's departing voice, and couldn't help but whisper: "The night is quiet and the sound is soft, the sky is clear and the moon is bright, so gentle and beautiful, misty and watery, what a wonderful artistic conception!"

Mu Yun Chu was somewhat shocked. This child, who looked like a refugee when they first met, actually had such a nice name. Was he really from a peasant family?

He slightly raised the corners of his lips, but the next moment, his wound hurt again. He suddenly remembered the assassination attempt last night and gave a mocking smile. What did he do to deserve this? He had been stationed at the border for four years, yet those people still refused to let him go.

"Is he still not awake?" Mu Yun Chu lifted the curtain and looked at a shop they had just passed, asking.

Upon hearing his question, Mu Nan considered for a moment before quickly replying, "He was injured by the Moon-Piercing Sword of the Nanzhao Kingdom and suffered a severe head injury. I received the news this morning that he is still unconscious."

Mu Yun Chu pinched the bridge of her nose, feeling somewhat irritated. The pawn that had been lying in wait for three years had just been moved when it was unexpectedly injured by Pan Shisan (Master Pan Xiang).

After a moment, Mu Nan whispered again, "Master, according to the message sent by Zhou Changming, it was also mentioned that Pan Shisan has accepted the overtures of the Nanzhao Kingdom's Grand Wizard faction and reached a tacit understanding with them. Five days ago, he accepted three women sent by Ye Wenqi, a confidant of the Grand Wizard. As for whether Ye Wenqi has come to Da Chu, it is still unclear. We are still investigating."

"Investigate as soon as possible and catch him," Mu Yun Chu instructed in a low voice, her fists clenched tightly.

"Yes," Mu Nan cracked his whip and quickly rode into an alley.