Transmigrated as the Villainess, She Made the General Blush - Chapter 78 - Luring the Wolf to Drive Out the Tiger 1

Chapter 78 – Luring the Wolf to Drive Out the Tiger 1

Listening to the conversation between Xiao Wangshu and Qin Tai, Ruan Fuxin, who stood nearby, was worrying about something else.

“Miss, what if this plan doesn’t work? What if the Tuoba Third Prince still refuses to back down?”

His young mistress was taking such a risk, putting herself on the line just for a chance to make the Tuoba Third Prince owe her a debt of gratitude-a chance to negotiate with him.

But what if that Tuoba Yunxiao was completely stubborn and refused to yield even an inch regarding the marriage alliance?

“He won’t. Tuoba Yunxiao is a man of immense pride. If things proceed according to plan, he will never force the issue again. Furthermore, the tribal laws of the Tuoba Tribe would not allow him to do so.

“The Tuoba Tribe has existed for many generations and has its own set of customs.

“In their tradition, if one owes a life-saving debt, they must give their all to repay it as long as the benefactor makes a request. They must cooperate fully and cannot refuse!”

Hearing Xiao Wangshu’s explanation, Ruan Fuxin finally understood her intention.

He then asked, “That Tuoba Third Prince is indeed quite frustrating. Out of all the methods you tried, Miss, was there really not a single one he was willing to accept?”

“Don’t even mention it. He’s completely impenetrable.”

Whenever Xiao Wangshu mentioned Tuoba Yunxiao, she could only sigh in helplessness.

She didn’t know what was wrong with him. No matter how she tried to negotiate or what suitable solutions she offered, he simply refused to cancel the marriage alliance.

Since that was the case, she had no choice but to play dirty for once.

Qin Tai spoke up, “If Miss has decided to do it, then let’s proceed.”

Ruan Fuxin said no more, simply cupping his hands and bowing. “We await your orders, Miss.”

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Once their discussion was over, Xiao Wangshu took Yichun and Shuxia to find Fang Qiluo and Tuoba Xin. The two had already wandered from Brocade Gate to Jade Feast Pavilion.

“Ah Xin said she wanted to get familiar with the route ahead of time so it’ll be easier for her to come over and eat, supporting your business,” Fang Qiluo explained to Xiao Wangshu.

Xiao Wangshu smiled and said, “The shop has only just started renovations and there’s so much dust. I’m surprised you were willing to come over.”

“What’s a little dust? Beyond the mountain range to the north of our tribe, the other side is all yellow sand. One gust of wind and you’ll have a mouthful of grit,” Tuoba Xin said, not minding the dust at all.

Hearing this, Fang Qiluo became even more worried about Xiao Wangshu’s future life.

Xiao Wangshu, however, didn’t show the slightest hint of sadness. She continued to chat and laugh with Tuoba Xin, completely unaffected.

“Where are Luo Xing and Yang Ping?” Xiao Wangshu asked.

Qin Tai had gone to handle the task she assigned him and wasn’t by her side.

Looking around now, she didn’t see Luo Xing or Yang Ping either.

Tuoba Xin let out an “oh” and replied, “We were a bit thirsty, but we saw the shop was very busy and didn’t want to go in. Since those two are more familiar with the place, we asked them to go in and get us a pot of tea.”

While they were chatting, Tian Huaien walked out, passing through the barriers set up by the craftsmen to greet Xiao Wangshu and the others.

“How is the progress?” Xiao Wangshu inquired.

Tian Huaien replied, “Reporting to Miss, everything is within the expected timeframe. The carpenters have already entered to take measurements. Once the wooden furniture is made and we leave enough time for oiling, the work can be completed before the end of the year.”

He then calculated the time and added, “Right around the time the work is finishing up, we’ll start hiring waiters and cooks.

“After the construction is done, the pots, pans, and other items we purchased can be moved in. With a bit more preparation, we can open before the Lantern Festival. We’ll catch the excitement of the festivities and start the business on a lucky note!”

After saying this with a smile, Tian Huaien remembered something, and a look of worry appeared on his face.

“But… it’s just that our location here really does impact the business.”

“It’s not a big problem. This issue can be resolved before we open for business.” Xiao Wangshu’s calm voice was firm and powerful, carrying an inexplicable sense of conviction.

Although he didn’t know how she intended to solve it, since the owner had said so, Tian Huaien didn’t say anything more.
“Hyah!”

“Ah!! Murder!”

“Run! Hurry!”

Screams quickly spread toward Xiao Wangshu and her companions.

Before they could react, a woman in blood-stained prison garb came galloping down the street on horseback, trampling several civilians in her path.

Just as she was about to reach Xiao Wangshu and the others, an arrow whistled through the air from behind her.

Thud!!

A heavy sound of something hitting the ground rang out.

The arrow had been fired from the rear, burying itself entirely in the horse’s body.

The horse beneath the woman collapsed, dying instantly, and skidded forward for a distance due to its momentum.

Fortunately, it didn’t trample Xiao Wangshu and her group to death.

The woman riding the horse also fell heavily to the ground, struggling to crawl back up.

Before anyone could respond, the woman’s eyes-sinister and terrifying beneath her matted, filthy hair-locked onto them as if they were a lifeline. She lunged straight toward Xiao Wangshu and the others.

“Run, quickly!”

Tuoba Xin unfastened the long whip at her waist. In her hand, the whip moved as nimbly as a serpent, leaping through the air.

Xiao Wangshu grabbed the dazed Fang Qiluo and pulled her toward the side of the road.

Yichun and Shuxia stayed as close to Xiao Wangshu as possible, trying to shield her.

The middle-aged Tian Huaien followed closely beside the four of them, his slightly protruding belly making the run look somewhat strained.

On the road, Tuoba Xin raised her long whip and lashed out at the woman.

The blow landed, and fresh blood seeped through the woman’s dusty prison clothes.

However, she seemed unable to feel the pain, continuing her charge directly at Tuoba Xin. Through her disheveled hair, a look of madness was faintly visible.

Tuoba Xin had no blade, and with only a long whip, she could only retreat repeatedly.

Right then, a second arrow whistled through the air.

Whoosh-

The arrow was so fast it seemed to strike sparks against the air. It pierced straight through the woman’s brow, the shaft embedding itself in her head.

Before the woman collapsed, the lingering madness of resentment remained in her eyes.

Witnessing this scene, Tuoba Xin was badly shaken.

She finally understood why Wangshu had sent two sword-bearing guards to follow them earlier. The Capital of Great Wei was truly unsafe!

She shouldn’t have sent those two guards away to pour tea!

Not far away, a squad of armored soldiers came galloping toward them.

At the head of the group, Chen Chu pulled on the reins, lowered his carved bow, and flipped off his horse.

His sharp gaze instinctively swept over Xiao Wangshu before glancing at Tuoba Xin. Seeing that Tuoba Xin was unharmed, he immediately looked back toward Xiao Wangshu.

Xiao Wangshu led Fang Qiluo back to Tuoba Xin’s side and curtsied to Chen Chu.

Seeing that she still remembered her manners at a time like this, Chen Chu felt relieved.

It seemed she was alright.

“General Chen, what is the meaning of this?” Xiao Wangshu asked, clearly confused by the pursuit and the summary execution she had just witnessed.

Chen Chu cupped his fists and saluted the three ladies. “A traitor emerged in the military camp. He broke open the water dungeon and released a large number of spies who were under interrogation. My fellow generals and I are currently hunting them down. Please return to your manors as soon as possible; it is dangerous outside.”

A traitor in the military camp had released the spies captured recently-it was a stinging humiliation!

It was no wonder the Prime Minister was enraged. Even he and Lu Xuyang were fuming with indignation.

As Chen Chu finished speaking, waves of shock surged in Xiao Wangshu’s heart, though she did her best to maintain her composure.

“Very well, we shall return immediately,” Xiao Wangshu replied.

This accident had come so suddenly that it had caught her completely off guard.

“Where are your guards, My Lady?” Chen Chu looked around Xiao Wangshu, but he didn’t see a single sign of Qin Tai or the other five.

When those six were at the military camp, he had thought they were quite capable of enduring hardship.

Now, when they were actually needed, not a single one was in sight!