Chapter 24 The Weird Repayment Temple (1/2)

Mo Xuetong brought Mo Lan, Mo Yu and two other maids.

The two second-tier maids were people that Auntie Fang sent. The good looking one was called Shuang Ye while the other one who looked reserved was called Qiu Ling. Mo Xuetong leaned against the carriage walls and closed her eyes to rest because she had not slept much last night. Mo Lan was also dozing off against the window. Only Mo Yu, who was sitting at the side, looked energetic.

The maids who were not sleeping did not speak since their mistress was sleeping.

”Big sister Mo Yu, why is Third miss so tired? Is she feeling poorly?” Shuang Ye, who was sitting by the side saw Mo Xuetong's pale and haggard appearance, and could not help but ask softly.

”Miss has always been weak. She was tired and had a lot to worry about this journey to the Repayment Temple so she did not sleep well.” Mo Yu looked up and said lightly. She did not like Shuang Ye at all.

”Oh, Big sister Mo Yu...”Shuang Ye still wanted to say something but Mo Yu waved at her and indicated to her coldly not to speak.

Shuang Ye opened her mouth and then shut it helplessly.

They did not speak the entire way there. Mo Yu helped Mo Xuetong off the carriage when they arrived before the mountain. It was still early and the temple in the mountain was especially quiet. There were not many who had come to pray. There were only a few monks and nuns cleaning up the yard. Because they had notified the temple early, there was a little nun who was about seven or eight waiting at the door. She walked up to them with a smile and welcomed them.

Mo Lan brought Shuang Ye and Qiu Ling to set up the guest room. Mo Xuetong would be here for three days, so she would stay in the room for two nights.

Mo Xuetong brought Mo Yu to the great hall. The sun shone in, casting a red glow on all things. It was already late autumn and the wind was slightly cold. The rustle of the broom sweeping could be heard on the vast grounds. It was peaceful and quiet, as if they were on sacred grounds.

There were monks and early visitors in the great hall. Some of the visitors who had come early chanted scriptures with the monks.

Mo Xuetong found a futon at the corner of the hall and sat down. She closed her eyes and listened to the high monk in front reciting the scripture...

The lesson ended some time later. The visitors left and Mo Xuetong brought Mo Yu with her as they left the hall slowly. They approached the rooms where female visitors stayed in. It was quiet and peaceful. Mo Yu relaxed and accompanied Mo Xuetong in admiring the scenery as they returned. Suddenly a person rushed out at the corner and almost knocked into Mo Xuetong.

Mo Xuetong took two steps back. Mo Yu was already in front of her and yelling, ”How dare you.”

The person moved quickly and was skilled. He then took a step back and caught himself, ”Third Miss Mo?”

Mo Xuetong shuddered and her face paled. Her hands, which were hidden in her sleeves tightened into a fist. She stared at the person who looked up elegantly. The angles on his face were sharp and his dark eyes seemed to smile. He was attractive and made a favorable impression.

This person was no other than Sima Lingyun.

Auntie Fang appeared in her mind. No. Back then, her father had already married her. She was Madam Fang. She had smiled at her benevolently and said, ”Tong'er, His Excellency had saved you and you two are considered to have touched intimately. Furthermore, he likes your talent and is willing to marry you. I have asked around, His Excellency hasn't had any bed maids. He is considered a good husband. He is also young and talented. You will be very blissful after marrying him.”

”Third sister, all the girls in the capital will be jealous that you can marry His Excellency. You're so fortunate.” Mo Xuemin had smiled like a radiant flower.

But in the end? It had been endless blood and hate...

It was so b.l.o.o.d.y, it was beyond anything one could imagine...

Mo Xuetong hid the hate in her eyes and took a deep breath. She felt warmth returning to her body. That hate had already entered her bones and blood. She had returned to this life for revenge, so how could she be afraid of meeting him?

”So it is Your Excellency. Greetings.” She took two steps back and then curtsied behind Mo Yu. She pulled Mo Yu to the side and did not intend to speak much with him. They were not far from the great hall. There were many people walking around, and there would definitely be negative rumors if they saw an unmarried young lady speaking with a man for an extended period of time.

”We are really fated. What are you doing here? Is anything the matter? Why don't you let me accompany you? It'd be easy to settle anything then.” Sima Lingyun looked at the young lady in front of him almost greedily. Her eyes looked as if they were filled with air. Her long lashes fluttered, exuding an indescribable beauty. Even though her face was a little pale, she was still a charming beauty. The autumn sun shone on her, almost as if giving her an aura of light. Her innocence and her coyness was very much attractive.

”I came to pray for my mother, so I won't trouble Your Excellency.” Mo Xuetong saw that he had no intentions of leaving, so she curtsied indifferently again and said, ”I still have something on, so I won't chat with Your Excellency anymore.”

Then she brought Mo Yu with her and walked by Sima Lingyun.

”Ah, Miss Mo, I'll be here if anything happens. You can just let your maids know.” Sima Lingyun immediately backed away politely to allow her to pa.s.s. A trace of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. Regardless of the price of such a beauty, it was sufficient for anyone to be stirred. Furthermore, the power of the Fuguo's behind her was the power he needed. As long as he succeeded this time, he would have both the beauty and power...

”Miss...” Mo Yu wanted to speak up as she helped Mo Xuetong along. However, she was stopped by Mo Xuetong.

When she returned to her room, Mo Xuetong discovered that there was someone staying next to her. The doors were opened but she did not see anyone. She frowned and stopped. She looked at the entrance and asked Mo Lan, ”Who's staying here?”

”I don't know either. The doors were already opened when I arrived. I asked the little nun and she only said that it was a n.o.ble and told us not to bother them in case they get angry.” Mo Lan knew what Mo Xuetong was thinking.

A cold glint flashed in her eyes. It was fine as long as it was not Sima Lingyun!

Since it was a n.o.ble, it would definitely not be Sima Lingyun. Even though he was the duke's son, everyone knew that the Zhenguo family was failing. Even though the old duke had pa.s.sed away, Sima Lingyun was still using his status as a duke. It was rather awkward. It was said that because the old duke had once been implicated in the uprising of the King of Qin, which had upset the emperor, he had only retained his t.i.tle as the duke's son.