Chapter 2043: Chapter 2044: She Won’t Live

Ye Qing and Ye Xunhuan exchanged blows in a mere instant, so quick that if one weren’t paying close attention, it would be hard to catch.

However, Ye Qing’s skillful evasive retreat attracted quite a few gazes.

Fortunately, everyone present was someone of stature, and they knew to some extent that there are phenomena in this world that are inexplicable.

After Ye Qing deftly dodged, the smile on her face vanished, replaced by a sharp coldness, her moon-like eyes flashing with intimidating chill.

Originally, Ye Qing contemplated going to Huaxia to meet Ye Xunhuan but thought better, believing in knowing one’s enemy and oneself to remain undefeated. So she held off, choosing instead to investigate Ye Xunhuan’s past and analyze him.

This led Ye Qing to conclude that Ye Xunhuan is not only powerful in skill and force but also exceedingly clever.

It was this insight that emboldened Ye Qing to openly declare to Ye Xunhuan her intention to capture Qiu Ruoxi to force him to produce the Yata no Kagami!

Yet, she hadn’t expected Qiu Ruoxi to occupy such an important place in Ye Xunhuan’s heart, prompting him to act immediately.

If her reaction hadn’t been quick enough, Ye Xunhuan’s earlier grab might have had her captured, with her life and death controlled by him.

The next moment, Ye Xunhuan moved as though prepared to attack.

In Ye Xunhuan’s mind, attacking him was one thing—matters of the martial world can be resolved within it—but if someone threatened his wife, then regardless of location or circumstance, it would mean death.

This is his unwavering line.

Moreover, Ye Xunhuan hadn’t obtained the Yata no Kagami; if he had, giving it to Ye Qing wouldn’t matter much. After all, it held no value for him, and handing it over to her could bring considerable advantage and prevent further trouble. Why not?

Unfortunately, Ye Xunhuan truly hadn’t touched the Yata no Kagami—it was either in Fengjian Shaosi’s hand or Ke Qinghong’s hand.

Just as Ye Xunhuan intended to act, Qiu Ruoxi’s voice reached him: "Xunhuan, don’t!"

Startled by Qiu Ruoxi’s voice, Ye Xunhuan hesitated and instinctively turned to look at her!

"Xunhuan, she’s right; everything here is uncertain, don’t allow yourself to be used." Qiu Ruoxi spoke earnestly, watching Ye Xunhuan.

As she uttered these words, Qiu Ruoxi also quietly cursed herself for not aiding Ye Xunhuan, instead becoming a burden, a liability!

Additionally, Qiu Ruoxi deeply understood that Ye Xunhuan’s urge to act was purely to eliminate the threat, preventing Ye Qing from causing harm.

Qiu Ruoxi knew Ye Xunhuan was acting in her interest, yet she acknowledged Ye Qing’s words held truth.

"It’s nothing; those behind this can’t stir much trouble." Ye Xunhuan replied indifferently: "I’ll handle her first!"

As Ye Xunhuan spoke, Qiu Ruoxi had already moved to his side, grabbing his arm gently, shaking her head: "I know you mean well, but I don’t want you to be manipulated."

"Don’t act here."

Now, Qiu Ruoxi realized the summit was not as simple as it appeared, and Ye Qing’s words had awakened her, making her reluctant to let Ye Xunhuan take risks.

Even if those behind had no sinister plots, Qiu Ruoxi couldn’t bear to let Ye Xunhuan venture.

After all, this was Moscow, not Huaxia.

Seeing Qiu Ruoxi’s pleading gaze, the most tender part of Ye Xunhuan’s heart seemed to be touched, as he reluctantly exhaled heavily and nodded.

Seeing Ye Xunhuan agree, Qiu Ruoxi breathed a sigh of relief.

The next moment, Ye Xunhuan’s gaze fell on Ye Qing: "The world is vast, but Moscow is small—you’d better watch yourself!"

By now, Ye Xunhuan had issued the kill order against Ye Qing.

Ye Qing was undoubtedly beautiful, beautiful enough to move any man in the world—even Ye Xunhuan felt stirred.

After all, no man disliked beautiful women.

Yet, like does not mean in the face of danger, beautiful things are not exempt from destruction.

No matter how lovely or charming Ye Qing was, as an enemy, she must die. Ye Xunhuan harbors no pity, otherwise back in the night, another might have lived.

Confronting Ye Xunhuan’s threat, Ye Qing remained unfazed: "Marshal, you’d better stick close to your wife’s side."

In this moment, Ye Qing chose to confront Ye Xunhuan directly, refusing to retreat.

Then, Ye Qing’s gaze shifted to Qiu Ruoxi: "Miss Qiu, you’re a woman, and so am I—there’s no need for us to make things difficult for each other. If you persuade your husband to give me the Yata no Kagami, I, Ye Qing, can swear by my ancestors, I will not harm you!"

The Yata no Kagami is too crucial to Fusang—it’s absolutely irreplaceable.

After saying this, Ye Qing promptly turned and walked away.

After Ye Qing left, Qiu Ruoxi’s gaze landed on Ye Xunhuan: "Xunhuan, is the Yata no Kagami really a legendary artifact?"

Qiu Ruoxi knew somewhat about the Yata no Kagami—a legendary artifact, one of Fusang’s three divine treasures, supposedly in the Ise Shrine.

But whether it was real or not, Qiu Ruoxi wasn’t sure.

"I don’t know if it’s a legendary artifact, but the thing is indeed called the Yata no Kagami." Ye Xunhuan said softly: "Liu Yun should know."

Qianhuan Liuyun immediately shook his head: "Master, even I don’t know. I’ve only heard of it and never seen it!"

The Yata no Kagami is allegedly in the Ise Shrine; Qianhuan Liuyun had heard but never gotten to see it.

"However, Master, if you can eliminate Ye Qing, do so." Qianhuan Liuyun’s tone shifted: "She’s difficult to deal with, and she seems to be an Onmyoji!"

Onmyoji refers to one mastering the Yin-Yang Dao, capable of observing constellations, reading faces, measuring directions, predicting calamities, among other abilities.

It’s quite mysterious, but its authenticity is uncertain, as currently, the Ye family rarely interacts.

"Don’t worry, she’ll not live!"

Ye Xunhuan slowly set his sights on Ye Qing in the distance.

Ye Qing must die—it’s imperative not to let her live.