Reborn Divine Doctor: The Abandoned Girl's Legend

Chapter 1298 - 358: Proposal

Hong Mingyue tidied up her clothes, still bearing the traces of intimacy with City Lord Yang on her cheeks. After confirming there was no one else around, she took out a Fanghe from her bosom and threw it into the water.

As soon as the Fanghe entered the river, it transformed into a nimble water bird, flapping its wings and flying along the riverbank.

Only then did Hong Mingyue leave the garden.

From behind the garden’s rockery, another person leisurely strolled out.

The person glanced in the direction Hong Mingyue left, then looked at the distant Fanghe, smirking with an amused smile.

"It seems tomorrow at the City Lord’s Mansion, a grand performance is bound to unfold. My painstaking efforts to come here will not be in vain."

The person touched their chin and left the garden leisurely.

The water bird transformed from the Fanghe flew all the way to a spot along the riverbank.

That was an ordinary riverside in the city, with common southern weeping willows planted on both sides.

The dense willow branches cast shadows on the ground, faintly discernible.

The sunlight was just right, and the Fanghe landed on the willow as an ordinary bird would.

Suddenly, the tree shadow on the ground moved.

It transformed into the graceful figure of a woman, none other than Shadow Concubine.

It turned out the true form of Shadow Concubine was a Shadow Demon, shapeless and formless, capable of transforming into the shadow of any living spirit.

With such a bizarre ability, even Ye Lingyue and others couldn’t find it.

It raised a hand, and the Fanghe turned into a piece of paper, falling into its hand.

"The plan is proceeding smoothly, but Gold City Lord Yang Xuan himself has already arrived in Shui City early today. In the entourage, there is no one named Situ Nan."

Hong Mingyue’s few words brought mixed feelings to Shadow Concubine, pleased Hong Mingyue did not disappoint.

"What’s going on with that Jade Bone fellow? We agreed on inside and outside cooperation; did it really encounter some accident? Truly a useless being in crucial moments."

Shadow Concubine was annoyed, having recently received a letter from Jade Bone Demon, claiming its identity was exposed and hoping Shadow Concubine would send someone to rescue it.

Shadow Concubine was skeptical about the letter.

Though both Jade Bone Demon and it worked for South Nether Emperor, they had no acquaintance, so why would he seek help from it.

Shadow Concubine was very cunning and destroyed the letter to leave no traces.

But now, it seemed the letter was likely true.

"Thinking I will rescue you, dream on; taking over the nine new cities and imprisoning the nine city lords, I, Shadow Concubine, will claim this great merit."

Shadow Concubine was smug.

The night had already fallen.

Behind Shadow Concubine, demon energy gathered like ghost fire.

The demons hidden in the shadows flattered.

"Congratulations, Master, after waiting half a year, the perfect opportunity to take over Shui City has finally arrived."

"Though Luo Qian slaughtered the Whale-man Warriors, the Water Clan in the city secretly harbors unrest despite their outward compliance. What is Water God Bloodline? By tomorrow at noon, the whole of Shui City will belong to South Nether Empress."

Shadow Concubine spoke and led a group of demons into the darkness.

At night, Senior Sister Wan Yun came to find Ye Lingyue, planning to stroll around Shui City under the cover of darkness, hoping to use the Sky Wolf Stick to find some clues.

Di Shen originally intended to join them, but just as he stepped out of the City Lord’s Mansion gate, a guard stopped him, saying Wuling City Lord requested his presence.

"Di Shen, go on, leave Ling Yue and the others to me for protection," Qin Xiaochuan assured confidently.

Earlier in the day on the boat, he was like a worm, but as soon as he returned to land, he became lively and vigorous.

The most important thing was Qin Xiaochuan was eager to enter the city himself, wanting to inquire where the female dancer they encountered during the day was staying.

"Fourth brother is right; the city lord might have something important to discuss with you. We will stroll around the city and return shortly."

Ye Lingyue exchanged a few words with Di Shen before leaving the City Lord’s Mansion under Di Shen’s watchful gaze.

Led by the guard, Di Shen navigated through the City Lord’s Mansion.

After a while, Di Shen arrived at a lavish courtyard.

However, in the courtyard waiting for Di Shen was not the anticipated Wuling City Lord, but Luo Qian, the Shui City Lord, whom Di Shen had met once before.

Seeing Luo Qian, Di Shen immediately realized he had been deceived; the one requesting to meet him was not Wuling City Lord.

He turned to leave.

"You must be Di Shen; I, as the city lord, have prepared some drinks and dishes. Now that you’re here, why not accompany me for a drink?"

Luo Qian spoke to stop Di Shen.

As the city lord of Shui City, and with him and Ling Yue as mere guests, Di Shen understood it was unwise to directly confront Luo Qian.

Seeing Di Shen turn back, Luo Qian’s expression softened slightly.

Since he learned his daughter admired Di Shen, Luo Qian had taken extra notice of the young man with the surname of Di.

He even made an exception for Di Shen to stay in the guest room and reportedly sent his daughter’s maid to express goodwill immediately.

Yet, what annoyed Luo Qian was Di Shen showed no appreciation for their kindness.

Reportedly, he even moved straight into the useless city lord’s room that afternoon, and he and Ye Lingyue, like conjoined twins, were always together, leaving Luo Qian no chance to talk to Di Shen.

In desperation, Luo Qian resorted to using Wuling City Lord’s name to lure Di Shen over.

During the day, Luo Qian was concerned about his daughter’s injury, taking only a glimpse at Di Shen and vaguely remembered him as a tall young man.

When Di Shen walked in, Luo Qian, under the courtyard’s light, finally saw Di Shen’s appearance clearly.

He had unforgettable Phoenix Eyes, a refined and noble demeanor without losing vigor. In his unadorned dark blue robe, his every move seemed like a beautiful scene, hard to look away from.

Even having lived decades, Luo Qian couldn’t help but silently praise upon seeing Di Shen’s peerless face.

He thought, it’s no wonder Qian Che is devoted to this man; he truly has the qualities to merit such dedication.

"I don’t know what advice City Lord Luo might have. I am humble by status and likely unworthy of sharing a drink with the city lord."

Di Shen spoke with subtly pursed lips, his expression neutral.

"Brother Di, why belittle yourself? You gained fame at a young age in Wuling City. To be honest, I greatly admire you. Tonight I invited you to discuss a matter; what do you think of my daughter Qian Che?" Luo Qian asked directly.

"I am not familiar with the Young City Lord; what she’s like, I imagine as her father, you know better than me, an outsider."

Di Shen did not want to comment further.

"Brother Di, you are a wise man; I think you’ve noticed Qian Che’s attitude towards you long ago. I’ll be straightforward; my daughter Qian Che likes you, and I want to propose you as a son-in-law."