binnovel Chapter 359 One Wife, Two Husbands: Returning Home
Chapter 359 One Wife, Two Husbands: Returning Home
Chapter 359: One Wife, Two Husbands Return Home
Deep inside the cave, Qiu Ziyue sat alone on a blue stone.
He rested his chin on his hands, his gaze calmly fixed on the runes of the Bagua formation on the ground.
Qi Yuxuan walked over, draped a coat over her shoulders, and said softly:
"My wife, don't overwork yourself. No matter how difficult this formation is, there's always a way to break it. If all else fails, we can look for another way."
Li Cunxu also chimed in, offering his advice:
"Twilight Sparkle, I don't need this treasure. Don't overwork yourself. Let's go back."
Qiu Ziyue shook her head.
She murmured to herself:
"The ideal situation to break this formation is for eight people to attack, but we only have seven, and Su Er is still recovering from his injuries. What should we do..."
Leng Feng stood to the side, pondered for a moment, and then said:
"Given the current situation, I think the only option is to bring in foreign aid."
Qiu Ziyue raised her head, a glint of light flashing in her eyes:
"Actually, I really didn't want to make such a fuss and trouble my master and grandmaster. I feel bad about it."
Qi Yuxuan said:
"Ziyue, you've done something a bit inappropriate. You should have come back to see them much earlier this time."
"I just didn't want them to worry."
Qiu Ziyue muttered:
"However, let's go back and take a look anyway."
Everyone nodded in agreement.
Actually, Qiu Ziyue didn't not want to go back, but she really didn't want to trouble her masters, and there was another reason as well.
Although Li Cunxu and she had a fake marriage, they had still gone through the wedding ceremony. It wouldn't be right for him not to take her back after her return visit, but he didn't know how to explain it.
After much thought, she decided she didn't want Li Cunxu to suffer any injustice.
The following morning, she, along with Qi Yuxuan, Li Cunxu, and Qiu Langyu, stepped into the long-lost Valley of Passion.
The valley is surrounded by mountains, and a crystal-clear stream meanders through it.
The stream flows gently, reflecting the lush green bamboo groves on both banks.
Qiu Ziyue was amazed that the Valley of Passion and the cave of the Mysterious Old Man were only a few thousand miles apart, yet no entrance had ever been found.
But that mudslide helped them find the treasure.
When Qiu Ziyue led Qi Yuxuan, Li Cunxu, and Qiu Langyu into the Valley of Passion, it was dusk.
The afterglow of the setting sun spilled into the valley, turning the whole place into a golden hue.
When the news reached Valley Master Qiu Ruoshui, he was enjoying tea and chatting with his four masters, Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter.
Upon hearing the name "Qiu Ziyue," they stood up almost simultaneously.
"Qiu girl is back?"
Qiu Ruoshui asked incredulously.
Master Chun was the first to react, and hurriedly pushed open the door and ran outside:
"Go check if it's true!"
Masters Xia, Qiu, and Dong followed closely behind, and Qiu Ruoshui, not even bothering to drink her tea, strode out to catch up.
When they arrived at the mouth of the valley, Qiu Ziyue was already standing there, smiling at them.
The elderly people were stunned for a moment, then shouted in unison:
"Qiu girl, are we dreaming? Are you really back?"
Qiu Ziyue couldn't help but burst out laughing:
"It's true, I'm back!"
Qiu Ruoshui's eyes were slightly red, and she nodded repeatedly:
"It's good that you're back, it's good that you're back! We've all been thinking about you all these years."
Qi Yuxuan, Li Cunxu, and Qiu Langyu also bowed and greeted each other.
Everyone went into the valley and took their seats.
Qiu Ziyue said:
"I came back in a hurry this time and didn't bring any gifts. How about this, I'll cook you a meal as an apology."
Master Chun clapped his hands and laughed:
"Great! Great! It's been so many years since I've tasted your cooking. I'm definitely going to enjoy it to my heart's content today!"
Master Xia then joked:
"It seems Twilight Sparkle is still as good at making people happy as ever."
Qiu Ziyue smiled gently, then turned to ask Qiu Ruoshui:
"By the way, where's my master? I haven't seen him."
Qiu Ruoshui sighed and explained:
"Your master is currently in seclusion and it is not convenient to disturb him. He will not emerge from seclusion for at least three months, so I'm afraid we won't be able to persuade him this time."
Qiu Ziyue seemed slightly disappointed.
Meeting an old friend brings immense joy.
Just as everyone was exchanging pleasantries, several hurried footsteps came from afar.
Qiu Ziyue looked up and saw that it was her two senior brothers—Qiu Wenfeng and Qiu Wentian.
Upon learning that their junior sister had returned, the two immediately dropped what they were doing and rushed over.
"Junior Sister!"
Qiu Wenfeng shouted excitedly, his face full of surprise.
"Is it really you?"
Qiu Wentian also walked forward with a smile and patted Qiu Ziyue on the shoulder:
"Long time no see, long time no see!"
Looking at the two familiar faces, Qiu Ziyue felt a warm current welling up in her heart:
"How are you two senior brothers? I'm so sorry I haven't had time to come back and visit you these past few years."
Qiu Wentian waved his hand: "What are you apologizing for! We're just happy you're back!"
Just then, a clear female voice came from afar:
"Twilight Sparkle! You're really back!"
With the sound, Liu Xu rushed over and hugged Qiu Ziyue tightly.
Qiu Ziyue was caught off guard by her sudden enthusiasm, but she quickly smiled.
"Little Willow Catkin, you've grown so much! It's truly heartwarming!"
Liu Xu excitedly grabbed her hand:
"Sister, you must stay a few more days and practice with me, okay? I still want to learn those powerful moves from you!"
Qiu Ziyue affectionately ruffled her hair: "Okay, but we need to take care of some things first."
At noon, Qiu Ziyue rolled up her sleeves and busied herself in the kitchen. Liu Xu and several of her fellow apprentices assisted her.
Before long, a fragrant aroma filled the entire Valley of Passion.
Everyone sat around the long table in the courtyard, waiting for this long-awaited meal.
Qiu Ruoshui raised her wine glass, overwhelmed with emotion:
"Today is such a joyous occasion! Qiu girl, no matter what happens to you, this place will always be your strongest support."
Qiu Ziyue raised her glass, looked around at everyone, and tears welled up in her eyes:
"Thank you everyone. Having you all by my side is my greatest fortune."
During the meal, everyone chatted about the past, laughing and chatting, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere.
Li Cunxu and Qi Yuxuan sat on either side of Qiu Ziyue, constantly serving her food.
As Qi Yuxuan placed a piece of braised pork into Qiu Ziyue's bowl, he said with concern:
"My wife, eat more. You've lost weight from all the travel."
Not to be outdone, Li Cunxu pushed a plate of nourishing chicken soup in front of Qiu Ziyue and said gently:
"Your Highness, you have been working too hard lately. Your health is the most important thing. You need to nourish yourself more."
Everyone looked at this scene, bewildered and filled with doubt.
The usually composed Qiu Ruoshui spoke first:
"Ziyue, it seems you have a lot of people who care about you since you came back. Tell us about your recent situation?"
Qiu Ziyue put down her chopsticks, smiled shyly, her eyes slightly bashful.
"Actually... I do have some things to tell everyone since I came back this time."
Qi Yuxuan picked up the conversation and said loudly:
"Valley Master and all the masters, Ziyue and I have always been deeply in love, please rest assured!"
After he finished speaking, he looked at Qiu Ziyue with deep affection.
Before anyone could react, Li Cunxu stood up, cupped his hands in a gesture of respect, and said:
"Valley Master, esteemed masters, I am Li Cunxu. I have long admired Ziyue, and I have, in a sense, forcibly taken her into my household."
Please forgive my rudeness in not being able to invite everyone to the wedding banquet.
Upon hearing this, the entire room fell silent, save for the rustling of the wind through the treetops.
Qiu Ruoshui was stunned for a long time before slowly speaking:
"Wait... let me get this straight. You mean, Twilight Sparkle married two people?"
To be continued in the next chapter!