Chapter 116: Your Husband Has Come to Take You Home
Lu Chengfeng removed the human skin mask, did not carry a spear, wore a blue brocade robe, and tied his hair with a copper crown, carrying the Cold Cicada Sword at his side.
Although he had only left the mountain for a few months, he had gone through unimaginable storms and killings, transforming subtly in both martial arts skills and mentality.
His skin was as warm and smooth as jade, his figure was tall and handsome, yet there was not a hint of effeminacy, but rather an aura of grandeur and indescribable nobility.
Just one look at him, and you would know this person is no ordinary individual.
Lu Chengfeng galloped swiftly on horseback, rushing like the wind towards the Hengyang Ancient Path at the border of Yuchuan and Qingzhou.
He had received news a few days ago that experts from his sect would escort Luo Suyi and Qiutong to meet him at Jade Dragon Mountain.
Lu Chengfeng had been away for several months, disguised as others, it was as if he was dancing on the edge of a knife, surrounded entirely by enemies, his mind tense, not daring to relax for even a moment.
Although he occasionally thought of Luo Suyi, more often, he dared not immerse himself in memories, concentrating all his thoughts on martial arts.
But upon receiving the message, knowing that his beloved wife was about to arrive, he could no longer contain the joy and excitement in his heart, and for several days continuously inquired about their journey.
When he learned they were only a few dozen miles from Jade Dragon Mountain, Lu Chengfeng could no longer sit still, secretly removed his human skin mask, and spurred his horse to depart.
He felt the longing in his heart grow wildly like weeds at that moment, wishing to immediately see that woman.
"Giddyup!"
Lu Chengfeng felt his horse had never been so slow, considering whether to abandon the horse and use lightweight technique, thinking it might be faster.
In his wild thoughts, he finally approached Hengyang Ancient Path.
This place was at the border between Qingzhou and Central State, with a range of undulating mountains named Hengshan, from which traveling merchants had carved out a relatively safe road, known as the Hengyang Ancient Path.
At this moment, he saw a caravan slowly emerge from the direction of the ancient path, with strong guards in front and back, their eyes sharp, temples bulging, clearly martial artists.
Among these guards were also some women, riding horses and carrying swords, clearly possessing martial arts.
Lu Chengfeng scanned with his eyes and unexpectedly recognized an acquaintance, it was Lu Lingxi, whom he had met with Tan Xiong during the demon hunt in the Enchanted Swamp.
He finally confirmed this group were disciples of the Yuncang Sword Sect, and his face immediately showed an expression of surprise, eagerly spurring his horse towards them.
The commotion on Lu Chengfeng's side had already alerted the group of the Yuncang Sword Sect, and seeing someone galloping towards the team, naturally aroused their vigilance.
But soon someone recognized Lu Chengfeng.
"It's Junior Brother Lu Chengfeng, he went down the mountain with Senior Sister Du Mengyan, and now he is also at Jade Dragon Mountain."
"Junior Brother Lu must be here to meet us, right?"
"Haha, you're overthinking it, Junior Brother Lu's wife and concubines have come along this time, he's here because he misses them."
Everyone burst into laughter upon hearing this.
Quickly, the news spread inside the caravan, and in one of the carriages sat Luo Suyi and Qiutong, accompanied by Die'Er.
She had noticed the commotion outside a long time ago, and after looking out through the curtain, she returned to the carriage with a face full of surprise, saying, "Madam, Lady, it's the master, he's here!"
"What? So soon?" Luo Suyi, hearing this, was both surprised and delighted, never expecting Lu Chengfeng to come so far to welcome them.
She subconsciously tidied her hair and clothes.
"Die'Er, is my makeup smudged? Is there anything wrong with my clothes and jewelry?"
Die'Er observed her dressed in a red satin gown embroidered with golden clouds, her black hair coiled into a cloud bun, adorned with a Phoenix Wing Hairpin, resembling a consort in the palace, dignified and graceful.
Especially after practicing the White Lotus Joyful Zen, Luo Suyi's figure was sultry and alluring, yet exuded a sacred aura, making her a beauty to behold but not to profane.
But upon hearing news of Lu Chengfeng, the once ice-clear and saintly noble temperament instantly dissipated, her cheeks flushed, her eyes filled with eagerness and joy, looking like a little woman.
Even Die'Er felt that her master's principal wife was indeed exceedingly charming, with a figure as tempting as a ripe peach, full of allure and tantalizing.
"Madam, you are almost like a consort from the palace or an immortal from the heavens, how could anything be wrong?" Die'Er joked, then stepped aside to allow access to the curtain.
"It's not appropriate for us women to go out, especially since madam and lady are married, better to peek through the slit in the curtain."
Luo Suyi immediately nodded, and the Phoenix Wing Hairpin slanted on her cloud bun moved along, as if a phoenix was spreading its wings, enhancing her delicate and picturesque beauty.
Lu Chengfeng was now with the Yuncang Sword Sect group, and someone immediately greeted him.
"Junior Brother Lu, long time no see!"
"Haha, Junior Brother Lu, are you here to meet your wife and concubines?"
"Junior Brother Lu, where are Senior Sister Du and the others..."
Hearing everyone's questions, Lu Chengfeng replied in a loud voice, "Senior Brothers and Sisters, I've been down the mountain for several months, haven't seen my wife and concubines for a long time, I miss them dearly."
"Today, I'm too busy to catch up with everyone. I will make amends when we return to Jade Dragon Mountain."
"Hahaha, Junior Brother Lu is indeed a man who cherishes beauty!" As Lu Chengfeng said this, it immediately amused many people. Many female disciples blushed and lightly spat.
Of course, many women felt that this man cared for his wife and concubines and looked at him with softened eyes.
"Hahaha, everyone, our Junior Brother Lu is thinking about his wife. Isn't it time you let him through?"
Everyone joked as they made way for him.
"Thank you, everyone, thank you, Senior Brother, thank you, Senior Sister!"
Lu Chengfeng, thick-skinned, thanked repeatedly as he rode quickly forward. In no time, he was at the center of the group, in front of the carriage where Luo Suyi and the others were.
Luo Suyi, Qiutong, and Die'Er had already heard the commotion outside and clearly listened to the conversations between Lu Chengfeng and the others.
Die'Er, quick-tongued and straightforward, couldn't help but say, "The master hasn't changed at all. He can still say such embarrassing things in front of so many people."
"Oh my!"
She suddenly covered her forehead.
It turned out that Qiutong, beside her, gently tapped her fair forehead with her finger. "Oh geez, how could you talk about your own master like that?"
Today, she was dressed in a plain gauze attire, loose-fitting, hiding her curvaceous figure completely. With only a jade hairpin on her bun, she appeared very simple and clean, utterly different from Luo Suyi's style.
Luo Suyi couldn't hear their banter; through the gap in the curtain, she saw Lu Chengfeng. For a moment, she was stunned, countless thoughts arose in her mind, and she felt somewhat dazed.
At this moment, she couldn't even distinguish whether everything in front of her was a dream or reality.
Suddenly, everything around seemed to quieten down, with a voice somewhat unfamiliar yet familiar sounding in her ears.
"Suyi, are you okay? I'm here to take you home."
Upon hearing these words, Luo Suyi's tears began to flow uncontrollably.
She wanted to speak but couldn't utter a single word.
Die'Er, beside her, became anxious watching, "Madam, the master is asking you, say something!"
After speaking, she glanced at Qiutong, thinking, "The master is biased, only mentioning madam upon meeting, not even a word about my mistress."
Lu Chengfeng, unable to hear Luo Suyi's response for a long time, became impatient, directly lifted the curtain, and saw that tear-streaked delicate face, red eyes as if enduring great grievances.
His heart felt as if it was blocked by a stone, indescribably uncomfortable. He ignored all propriety, reached out to lightly hold her jade hand. With a twist of power and a gentle tug, Luo Suyi emerged from the carriage.
Lu Chengfeng wrapped her waist in an embrace, holding her in his arms, seating her in front on his horse. He softly whispered next to her ear, "Be good, don't cry. I'm taking you home."
Listening to his voice and feeling the solid chest, Luo Suyi's tears fell like beads, nodding vigorously.
"Qiutong, Die'Er, Suyi and I will leave first. Once at Jade Dragon Mountain, we'll give you a proper welcome."
After speaking, he directly spurred the horse forward.
"Senior brothers and sisters, forgive me. After returning to the mountain, I'll apologize to you all." He rode quickly through the group without touching anyone.
Even those teasing disciples recognized this junior brother as a genuine man. Of course, some couldn't help but snicker, thinking Lu Chengfeng was impatient.
As for the female disciples, watching Lu Chengfeng and Luo Suyi riding together, ignoring others' gossip and gazes, galloping through the crowd, they felt envy.
"Junior Brother Lu and his wife's love is genuine. It's over thirty miles from here to Jade Dragon Mountain, yet he came to pick her up. As soon as they met, they left together, truly a loving couple, enviable!"
"Only envy lovers, not immortals. Junior Brother Lu is truly a romantic man..."
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Lu Chengfeng paid no heed to others' thoughts. All his focus was on the woman in his arms. He didn't need the reins, just tightly grasped the delicate waist before him, pulling her entirely into his embrace.
"Suyi, be good, don't cry, your husband is here to get you!"
Luo Suyi didn't know why, seeing him come from afar to fetch her, hearing him call her and being held so fearlessly, she felt increasingly moved and joyful...
Tears fell drop by drop, yet her face was all smiles.
"Husband, I missed you so much!"
Lu Chengfeng rode swiftly, the fierce wind blowing their clothes, holding the beauty in his arms, Luo Suyi's murmurs dispersed in the wind.
At this moment, he forgot about fights, divine skills, martial world, with only his woman in his eyes and heart.
"I, too, missed you very much!"
"Missed you, missed you very much!"
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