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At this moment, far away in Marquis Residence Bai Linglong went to Taohua Town, and sat safely in a room at the Yuelai Inn.
Gently stroking her still-flat belly, a tender smile graced her face as she whispered, “Baby, from now on, it will just be the two of us. Your mother will do everything in her power to keep you safe and help you grow up peacefully.”
As she lifted her gaze, Bai Linglong’s consciousness delved into the mysterious space.
The clear spiritual spring shimmered, and wisps of spiritual energy rose from the water’s surface, as if telling of the space’s extraordinary nature.
In the boundless rice fields, ripe rice ears swayed gently in the breeze, creating a soft rustling sound that brought the scent of harvest wafting through.
In the distance, the mountains rolled on, lush with trees, occasionally punctuated by the cheerful chirping of birds, further enhancing the tranquility and remoteness of the space.
Thinking of this space, which could continuously upgrade and unlock more magical functions, Bai Linglong’s eyes filled with anticipation and confidence.
“Concubine Li, Bai Xinyao, and everyone who’s in the Marquis Bai Zhentian Mansion, just wait and see. Once I safely gave birth to my child, you will pay dearly for your past actions!”
Bai Linglong murmured to herself, her gaze suddenly sharp as an eagle. The hatred and determination in her eyes were chilling.
After resting for a while, feeling stifled in the inn, Bai Linglong decided to go out for a stroll and purchase some items needed during her pregnancy.
Although Taohua Town was small, it was bustling with activity, and the marketplace was lively.
Suddenly, a cacophony of shouting and a woman’s cries broke the vibrant atmosphere of the marketplace.
Following the sound, Bai Linglong saw a crowd gathered by the street, encircling a ragged little girl.
The girl was crying heart-wrenchingly, tightly clutching a contract of sale, with a worn wooden board in front of her that had scribbled on it: “Selling Myself to Bury Grandfather.”
The leading thug, a burly man with a brutish face, reached to snatch the contract from the girl, cursing, “You little brat, do you think you can sell yourself to bury your dead old man? I’ll take the money, and you’ll come with me!”
The girl desperately protected the contract, tears rolling down her cheeks as she cried out, “Go away! This is money for my grandfather’s funeral; please don’t take it! He was honest all his life; he shouldn’t have to go without a proper burial!”
Nearby, a woman sighed, unable to hold back, whispered to those around her, “Oh dear, this poor girl has run into a bunch of thugs; it’s going to end badly for her. Such a thing happening in broad daylight.”
An uncle furrowed his brow in agreement and said “Yeah, and no one is doing anything about it.”
Surrounding townsfolk shook their heads, whispering among themselves, but they dared not voice their anger.
Seeing the situation, Bai Linglong’s brows shot up, a surge of anger rising within her. She strode forward and shouted, “In this broad daylight, how can you bully a defenseless girl like this? Does the law no longer exist?”
The thugs were startled by this sudden outburst and turned to look at Bai Linglong.
The leader, who had originally worn a fierce expression, lit up with a malicious grin upon seeing her, rubbing his hands together and saying, “Oh, where did this beauty come from? Why not come back with me and have some fun instead of meddling in our business?”
A flicker of disdain and disgust flashed in Bai Linglong’s eyes as she coldly replied, “You think you can lay your hands on me?”
The thugs, instead of retreating, became bolder, one of them reaching out to grab her arm.
Bai Linglong’s gaze sharpened, and she nimbly sidestepped, quickly delivering a kick directly to the thug’s chest.
The kick was powerful; the thug let out a pained scream as he flew back several feet, crashing to the ground and kicking up a cloud of dust.
The other thugs, shocked and enraged, rushed at her, shouting.
Bai Linglong showed no fear. With fluid movements, she weaved through the crowd, landing punches and kicks that sent the thugs sprawling.
Each strike was clean and decisive, showcasing her impressive skills, leaving the onlookers in awe.
“Wow, who would have thought that beneath such a delicate exterior, she possesses such prowess!”
The townsfolk’s praises rose and fell, filled with admiration as they watched the scene unfold.