Senior brother is so awesome!

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Zhong Zhichen toyed with the cup in his hand, seemingly oblivious to the scalding tea burning his skin. His icy gaze fell on Ling Xiang: "People, you have to take their kindness! Otherwise, not only will you lose your life..."

Not only is her life in danger, but the lives of her entire family are also at risk. He will not let anyone who dares to harm his woman off easily!

Having cultivated his power through years of cunning and maneuvering, his imposing presence was not something an ordinary person could withstand. Ling Yunyi reacted quickly and slapped Ling Xiang across the face, cursing, "You ignorant fool, how dare you talk to me like that!"

"How rude of Miss Qin! Go back and tell Father that you'll never leave the Ling family again!" Ling Xiang, already terrified by Zhong Zhichen, was then slapped by her own brother, feeling utterly wronged.

He covered his slapped cheek in disbelief, his eyes brimming with tears.

Ye Xianqing coughed lightly, turned to Ling Yunyi and said kindly, "Young Master Ling, please don't be agitated. My unworthy disciple grew up on the mountain and doesn't know any manners. Please don't blame me."

Since the highly respected master of Sanqing Mountain apologized in person, Ling Xiang, no matter how ignorant she was, dared not continue to act recklessly. Besides, she had been slapped in public and had lost all face, so she stopped talking, covered her face, and silently shed tears.

Ling Yunyi respectfully cupped his hands and said, "Senior Ye, you flatter me. My younger sister has been spoiled by her parents since she was a child. I will certainly discipline her properly when we get back."

Ye Xianqing smiled and nodded, "Then let's leave it at that. Let's keep things peaceful."

A ridiculous incident was glossed over with a casual remark. Yang Shanshan was furious, but she couldn't wait to leave. The gazes of the senior brothers sitting next to her were practically piercing her. Now...

Oh no, her relationship with her eldest brother is now completely exposed! How is she supposed to face anyone in Sanqing Mountain now?! Especially that fourth brother, who's been looking at her with a mocking gaze, then glancing at her second brother with a roguish grin.

She smiled, but the smile didn't reach her eyes. Her second senior brother never looked at her; his loose hair obscured his eyes, preventing her from seeing his expression, and she only felt a deep pain in her heart. Her third senior brother seemed to be watching a play, his eyes...

He was scheming and smirking, fanning himself with an uneasy smile. Please, Ling Xiang is your own sister, okay? I'll settle this score with you later! Fifth Senior Brother was already sprawled out, almost asleep, while the little boy glared resentfully at Eldest Senior Brother. His round, chubby face made that expression incredibly funny. Sigh, they're all a bunch of troublesome wolves.

Ling Yunyi led the sobbing Ling Xiang away first, nodding apologetically to her before leaving. Yang Shanshan smiled slightly, after all, it was none of his business.

Zhong Zhichen held her hand tightly, never letting go. As the group of seven walked out of Xianyun Pavilion, the atmosphere became strange. The lecherous man beside her couldn't directly approach her second senior brother, so she kept her head down, trying to minimize her presence. However, things rarely go as planned. The fourth senior brother was the first to attack, saying sarcastically, "Eldest senior brother and junior sister are truly a perfect match, a match made in heaven. It makes all the senior brothers envious and jealous. Alas, it's just a pity for my second senior brother. Only the laughter of the new bride is heard, but the tears of the old are ignored. Alas." He then gave a mocking sigh.

Yang Shanshan blushed and scolded, "What nonsense are you talking about!" Zhong Zhichen gripped her hand tighter, but his face remained unchanged. A faint smile appeared on his perfect profile: "Fourth brother, you're talking too much. What's this about new and old? It depends on who's the first."

Upon hearing this, everyone was somewhat surprised. Yang Shanshan felt her face burning as if it were about to ripen. She tried to shake off his hand but couldn't break free. She could only glare at him angrily and shout, "Shut up! Don't act innocent after getting the benefit!" After saying that, she saw Zhong Zhichen's smile widen and his eyes look at her with even more doting affection. She was captivated by his warm smile, like the winter sun, but then she realized something was wrong. Didn't she just confirm what he said? Although it was true, but... but she didn't want everyone to know... If this continued, she'd be dead.

After his initial shock, the fourth brother looked at her with a strange expression. After a long while, he forced a disdainful smile and said with his rosy lips, "I was wondering why Junior Sister's skin has become so radiant and her waist so supple lately. It turns out that being pampered really makes a difference."

Yang Shanshan was furious and about to say something when she was interrupted by a clear, cold voice, "Stop talking. What right do you have to interfere in your junior sister's private affairs?" Everyone looked towards the source of the voice, but Yang Shanshan stood there blankly, her eyes suddenly stinging. She didn't dare turn around, afraid that meeting his clear gaze would make her seem even more despicable.

Zhu Mingquan clenched his fists under his sleeves, but his face remained expressionless. His eyes glanced at that slender figure, and his heart ached even more. He flicked his sleeves, nodded to the crowd, and then walked alone toward Tingyun Pavilion. Yang Shanshan watched his white robes flash past her eyes and then disappear without a trace. She felt as if a piece of her heart had been ripped out, leaving her empty and lost.

Seeing that her second senior brother had left, the fourth senior brother stopped talking, gave her a meaningful glare, snorted softly, and then dragged the fifth senior brother to chase after the second senior brother. The third senior brother, fanning himself casually, walked up to her and said softly, "Junior sister, you've worked hard." Yang Shanshan had no time to pay him any attention; she only wanted to leave this place as soon as possible. Zhong Zhichen, seeing that his goal had been achieved, was satisfied, but noticing that the little girl's expression was a bit off, he said nothing more and took her hand, walking towards their residence.

Yang Shanshan felt extremely upset and didn't say a word the whole way. Zhong Zhichen's expression returned to its usual sternness. He had a strange feeling; what should have been a happy occasion became unsettling when he saw her downcast face. He suddenly stopped. Yang Shanshan looked around as if waking from a dream and muttered, "We're not there yet, why did we stop?"

"Do I need your permission to leave if I don't want to?"

She frowned, looking at his icy profile: "What's wrong with you now? Shouldn't you be happy and feel successful that everyone knows we slept together?"

He raised a brow slightly, his phoenix eyes narrowing dangerously as he stared at her: "You noticed?"

"Do you think everyone's an idiot?!" she snapped angrily, her face contorted with rage as she blurted out her vulgarities.

"Good to know. From now on, you'd better stay obediently in your Snowfall Pavilion. I will send people to protect you." Although he didn't know what the word "idiot" meant, it was definitely not a nice word. It seems that he has been too indulgent and lenient with the little girl lately. He can't let her get away with not disciplining her.

Yang Shanshan used all her strength to pull her hand out, and stroking her wrist which was clenched red, tears finally fell. Perhaps it was the sad back view of her second senior brother that made her heart ache, or perhaps it was his sudden coldness that made her panic. "Fine, it's not the first time anyway." After saying that, she turned around and ran towards Luoxue Pavilion. Her pink clothes fluttered up and down as she ran, and her long hair fell behind her and swayed playfully.

Zhong Zhichen watched her retreating figure, sighing silently. This regent, who held the most powerful position in the country, felt utterly helpless. Women—his regent's palace was overflowing with women sent by the emperor. He scoffed at them, for his mind was completely consumed by her, leaving no room for anyone else. From the soft, helpless girl he first met to the stunningly beautiful and graceful woman he had become, from her foolish yet dependent nature to her current intelligence and affection for another. However, he firmly believed that she would love him unconditionally, just as he loved her.

Crying, Yang Shanshan returned to Luoxue Pavilion and sobbed uncontrollably under the covers. Sui Xin stood at the door, not wanting to disturb her. Her long-standing interactions with her had taught her that her mistress had her own ways of venting. No matter how heartbroken she was, she would always be cheerful and carefree afterward. Sui Xin shook her head helplessly. Young Master Zhong and Young Master Zhu were both exceptional individuals. Although she didn't know their exact identities, their noble bearing was evident, far surpassing the wealthy and powerful men of town. However, she was certain she would follow her mistress for life; they were kind and gentle, and although they teased her, her mistress was still a good mistress. Lost in thought, she heard someone calling her from inside and quickly went in.

Yang Shanshan rubbed her red, tear-filled eyes and said in a muffled voice, "Suixin, take me down the mountain!"

"Huh?" She was taken aback. "Why did you want to go down the mountain, Miss? Is there something you need?"

She thought about it and decided against it. She remembered that last time her second senior brother took her down the mountain to visit the temple fair and they wandered around the small paths for a long time before they managed to avoid the Bagua Formation. Asking a little girl like Suixin would definitely be useless. Suddenly, she thought of someone who would definitely help her. Time was of the essence, and she had to sneak out before Zhong Zhichen sent anyone to "protect" her.

Although there's food and drink on the mountain and she doesn't have to work, these men are giving her a huge headache. Today is a prime example. If she doesn't escape soon, she'll be devoured without a trace! She misses her master and second senior brother the most. One dotes on her like a father, and the other takes care of her in every way. But she's being forced into this situation! Waaah, no, no, she has to take her second senior brother with her! Forget about all the grand schemes! Her happiness is the most important thing!

Night fell. Having timed it perfectly to coincide with Zhong Zhichen's usual arrival, she left under the moonlight. The mountain was pitch black after nightfall, and she hadn't encountered anyone along the way. Carrying her lantern, she used its faint light to guide her step by step. Surrounded by vegetation, the branches seemed like menacing monsters in the darkness. Yang Shanshan hugged her arms, trying to calm herself, repeatedly telling herself, "My second senior brother is just ahead. Don't be afraid! Don't be afraid!" Suddenly, something darted out from beside her feet. Startled, she dropped her lantern and screamed. Nothing else happened for a while. She carefully picked up her lantern, thinking it was probably just a wild rabbit or mouse—what was there to be afraid of? Even so, she still trembled with fear and quickened her pace.

Just then, something touched the lantern in her hand, and it suddenly burst into flames. Yang Shanshan was so frightened that she threw the lantern far away and sighed that it was not a good night to go out.

Suddenly, one hand covered her mouth while another wrapped around her waist and lifted her up! Yang Shanshan's hair stood on end. She instinctively struggled violently, but the person holding her was too strong; she was powerless to resist. In her desperation, she completely forgot her martial arts moves! Only one thought remained in her mind: It's over, it's over, she's going to die!

In the darkness, the man led her through a grove of trees and then threw her to the ground. Yang Shanshan ignored the pain from the fall and looked at the man. At that moment, the moon peeked out from behind the clouds, and the bright moonlight shone on the man. The golden dragon embroidered on his black clothes shone brightly in the moonlight. Where had she seen such familiar clothes before?

Seeing that Yang Shanshan was observing him, the man smiled contemptuously: "Are you stupid? Don't you even recognize this senior brother?"

A roguish voice entered her ears, and she immediately realized, "Fourth Senior Brother?!" Right, he wore clothes like that, but she had forgotten because she rarely saw him. But why was he on that road? And why did he kidnap her here? Before she could ask a series of questions, she heard Situ Ze say coldly, "You are really beautiful." His tone was unusually less frivolous, but his words only made her more confused.

"Whether I'm beautiful or not is none of your business!" Yang Shanshan was in no mood to play games with him at this moment. If she couldn't find her second senior brother tonight, she would have even less of a chance tomorrow.

Situ Ze curled the corners of his lips. "I didn't expect the woman that my eldest and second senior brothers were chasing to be so rude. I wonder if they'll be very disappointed when they find out?"

She pushed herself up, brushed the fallen leaves off her clothes, and her eyes showed impatience. "What does it matter to you whether they're disappointed or not? Mind your own business!" she said, turning to leave. But then she heard the clang of a sword being drawn, and in the blink of an eye, a gleaming dagger was at her neck. The coldness emanating from the dagger made the hairs on her already sensitive neck stand on end. Startled, she asked, "What do you want?"

Situ Ze pressed himself against her from behind, his other hand touching her buttocks. Yang Shanshan trembled and angrily said, "You want to take advantage of me in this vulnerable state?"

He chuckled softly in her ear, then suddenly sucked on her earlobe! She clenched her fists, gritting her teeth: "Don't touch me!"

"Hehe, in front of your senior brothers, you're just a little rabbit, pure, obedient, and beautiful. Even the young master of the richest family in the world is infatuated with you. What a clever trick. But now you've shown your true colors, haven't you? Don't worry, no one will know." As he spoke, Yang Shanshan sensed the murderous intent in his words. The cold dagger was pressed against her neck, and with just a little force, it could slit her throat!