Chapter 61: Su Rao’s Childhood Affair (Part 1)

Chapter 61: Su Rao's Childhood Affair (Part 1)

"Su Rao, you're really going at it, aren't you?"

A solid slap landed on her shoulder, and Yun Mujing was also enraged.

The two of them fought from the front of the Yun王府 all the way to the corridor garden, then from the corridor garden to the pavilion by the artificial mountain, heading towards Qingfeng Residence all the while.

Uncle Yun chased after them, but how could he catch up with their speed?

"Yun Mujing, if you have the guts, don't dodge! If this Miss doesn't beat you so badly that you're crawling on the ground begging for mercy today, I'll write my name backwards. Run, let's see where you can run to. You dare to ruin this Miss's good time; this Miss will make you understand today that if you provoke me, even the Heavenly King himself would be beaten by me."

Su Rao delivered another spinning kick, a whirlwind striking directly at Yun Mujing's side waist.

"Bloody girl, you asked for this."

Yun Mujing, who had been dodging all along, stopped dodging now.

"Your martial arts have improved quite a bit, but you're still inexperienced before this Prince."

He grabbed the foot that Su Rao kicked over, exerting force directly on her wrist and giving it a hard toss.

Su Rao flew out instantly, losing her balance. She quickly spun in mid-air, landing with two spinning kicks to steady herself, but she still took a step back, feeling a numbing sensation in her ankle that had been caught.

A faint movement appeared in her eyes again, growing deeper and more intense, as if dyeing the entire area around her eyelids. It was like a swirling vortex, so deep that one couldn't see the storm brewing within.

She had disguised her martial arts, and it seemed that Yun Mujing had also done the same.

With his strength, his inner energy was likely on par with hers.

Indeed, a member of the royal family.

Both of them were masters of disguise, appearing idle and carefree in public, but in reality, they were both deeply calculating.

Ever since Yun Muyi, things had been quiet for a long time. Now, finally, someone couldn't hold back anymore. She had originally thought it would be the Crown Prince and the others who would make the first move, but she didn't expect it to be Yun Mujing. However, it was indeed a narrow escape from an old enemy.

"Why aren't you fighting anymore?"

Seeing that Su Rao was looking at him but not attacking, Yun Mujing furrowed his brows.

Was it because he had used too much force just now? His strength had been perfectly controlled.

This frown brought out a softness that only a woman would have.

A beauty frowned.

Su Rao suddenly cursed in her heart, "A demon that brings disaster to the country and its people. Dressed like this, most men would find it hard to resist, let alone when she changes into that purple smoke gauze dress, graceful and charming. No wonder Second Brother fell into the trap and still hasn't gotten out of it."

"What's wrong? This Miss will fight if I want to, and won't if I don't. Yun Mujing, if you need a lesson, my Second Brother will take care of it..."

This person was disguising himself. If she continued fighting, her true strength would inevitably be discovered. The reason she had acted was merely to let those secretly watching see how unruly Su Rao was. That was all.

As the numbness in her ankle faded, Su Rao put on an arrogant, provocative expression. Then, with a frivolous smile, she led Yi Su towards Qingfeng Residence.

Qingfeng Residence was right in front of them, and there was no need for Uncle Yun to lead the way anymore.

"Su...Rao..."

A burst of anger.

Yun Mujing took large strides to catch up.

"Bloody girl, ignoring this Prince for eight years, and now being so venom-tongued. If it were anyone else, daring to mention that lunatic Su Yumuo in front of this Prince, I would have killed him long ago."

What...

Ignoring for eight years...

Su Rao's eyebrows suddenly narrowed as she exchanged a quick glance with Yi Su.

What did that mean?

What was this about ignoring for eight years?

Su Rao's shocked reaction was only for a brief moment. Turning to look at Yun Mujing, she gave him a look of disdain.

"Haven't you heard that a girl changes greatly as she grows up?"

But inside, her heart trembled layer by layer.

What did Yun Mujing mean by saying she hadn't ignored him for eight years?

"A girl changes greatly as she grows up?"

Muttering, Yun Mujing's gaze fell on the prominent triangular scar on Su Rao's forehead.

He had never seen it up close before, but now that he looked closely, it felt glaringly obvious, especially glaring, and uglier.

"The face is somewhat whiter, the eyes are still as attractive as ever..."

But this exquisite appearance was ruined by this ugly scar.

He didn't say the last sentence out loud.

Suddenly, there was silence.

This abrupt reaction, compared to the Seventh Prince who had been causing trouble for her outside Xiaoyao Residence...the Seventh Prince who had just been chased and beaten by her...

It felt completely different.

There was no trace of his former coquettish charm on him.

Instead, he seemed somewhat oppressive.

A hint of depth flashed in Su RAO's eyes.

Could it be...

Could there be some sort of relationship between Su RAO and this Seventh Prince, one that is not ordinary?

Her thoughts raced in the blink of an eye.

The two walked into Qingfeng Abode.

Su RAO let out a cold snort and said nothing more. In the face of the unknown, the safest course of action was to keep her mouth shut.

"Ajing..."

Yun JI's voice was cool as he emerged.

Though he had no sight, Su RAO felt as if Yun JI was looking at her.

He called for Yun MUJING but stared at her.

Even though she knew Yun JI couldn't see, Su RAO couldn't shake off the feeling.

The momentary shock and all her ponderings vanished in an instant.

Yun JI still looked like the moonlit figure she first met, draped in a cloak, walking over just as he did that day on the back mountain of Wanglu Temple.

Leisurely and unhurried.

Every move he made was stunningly graceful, like the moon shining through the clear sky.

Even with his eyes covered by silk, it couldn't conceal even a fraction of his splendor.

A painting of mountains shrouded in mist and water blurred by fog.

A gentleman, noble and refined.

This time, however, the smile on his lips seemed slightly more pronounced than before. Perhaps due to Yun MUJING's presence, the distant aura around him seemed to have vanished, making him seem more human.

A celestial being fallen from the heavens, a peerless prince with jade-like elegance.

"You've come."

Walking over, Yun JI spoke softly, smiling as he faced Su RAO.

Su RAO pursed her lips, unreservedly saying, "Actually, I didn't want to come at all."

She shot a glance at the silent Yun MUJING beside her.

It was clear what she meant: because of this annoying presence, she couldn't even see her beloved Prince JIYUE.

If Su RAO and Yun MUJING really had a connection, and she hadn't bothered with Yun MUJING for eight years while he never sought her out once, then something must have happened between them eight years ago.

Yun MUJING also looked at Su RAO, then suddenly turned around and strode away.

"Bloody girl, do you think this prince wanted to be with you again? You're the one without any ability but still trying to be strong. It's not just my fault."

His words were so nonsensical that Su RAO couldn't understand their meaning at all. But in just a moment, she realized that these words might be the reason behind whatever issue existed between Su RAO and Yun MUJING.

A hint of mystery flickered in her eyes, stirring up ripples within her. The peachy hue at the corners of her eyes became even more vivid, and the flush on her face from her earlier actions turned into a delicate blush. A fine layer of perspiration dotted her forehead, yet it didn't ruin her makeup.

In the nearly eight years since she became Su RAO, she had long known who her enemies and friends were. She only had a couple of friends, but her enemies were as numerous as the hairs on a cow. Yet, why was there no trace of this Seventh Prince?

It seemed that their investigation into Su RAO's relationships wasn't thorough enough. There was such an unexpected development, and she must make YIYING thoroughly investigate Su RAO's past once again. What was going on with this Yun MUJING? He had almost caught her off guard just now.

As she was pondering this, Yun JI's voice sounded in her ear:

"That winter night when you and Ajing had that bet, the loser was supposed to spy on me at Qingfeng Abode. That's why your appearance suffered so much. All these years, you've ignored Ajing. He thought you hated him, so he didn't dare to look for you. But now it seems you don't hate him after all."

With a faint smile on his lips, he turned and walked into the Moon Room.

"Since His Majesty has decreed that you should come to Yun Wangfu to learn from me, you'll stay in Qingfeng Abode. I've already asked Yun FENG to prepare a room for you upstairs next to the study. This way, you can easily access the study whenever you want without disturbing my peace.

It's late today, so go put away your luggage first. Let Yun FENG show you around Qingfeng Abode. As for your lessons, etiquette and rules aren't things you can master in a day or two. Ultimately, as long as you don't randomly hit people when you reappear in public."

With those words, he disappeared outside the Moon Room.

Completely the attitude of a teacher.

"Miss..."

YI SU tightened her grip on the package, looking at Su RAO and then glancing at the Moon Room.

Prince JIYUE's words just now... Yun MUJING and the real Su RAO...

Su RAO also glanced at the Moon Room, then lightly furrowed her eyebrows.

Why did she feel like Yun JI was explaining things for her, explaining what was going on with Yun MUJING? Was it possible that he knew she was unaware of this sudden unexpected turn of events, so he specifically explained it for her?

"Miss SU, please..."

Yun LING raised his arm.

Su RAO retracted her gaze, looking at Yun LING, who was as stiff as a wooden statue, then glanced at the Moon Room again. The moonlit figure had already vanished from view.

Perhaps she was overthinking his words!

No matter how astute Yun Ji might be, it was impossible for him to be this meticulous about every tiny detail!