Saving System: Calm Down, My Fleeing Host!-Chapter 136: Earth-Shattering News

Of course, this is the last resort. He wants to come back and live well, taking care of Cheng Xiaoxiao for a lifetime. In that case, aren’t Xiaoxiao’s people his people too?

It’s not really spreading it outside.

Dongfang Xu, who planned it out, never expected a third path to appear in the future.

The next morning, the sky was gray and overcast, the clouds pressing low, without a breath of wind. It felt as if the entire Qingshan Village was shrouded in a silent fog.

On this day, an unexpected guest arrived.

This day completely shattered the hard-earned peace of Qingshan Village.

Han Er arrived, dusty and travel-worn, and immediately sensed a powerful aura.

Without a word, the two started fighting.

Cheng Xiaoxiao came to the martial arts arena and saw Leng Qi with a look of anticipation on his face, asking what was going on.

Leng Qi joyfully said privately to Cheng Xiaoxiao, "I’ve never seen Leader Han Er suffer a setback, so I wanted to see it."

Cheng Xiaoxiao gave Leng Qi a sideways glance, "Should I prepare a deck chair, some sunflower seeds, and brew a pot of good tea for you?"

Leng Qi could only laugh sheepishly, "No need, no need."

"Young Master Dongfang, come home for dinner, we have your favorite, braised pork." Cheng Xiaoxiao shouted at the top of her lungs.

Upon hearing the young girl calling for dinner, Dongfang Xu thought, why keep fighting, especially when he noticed this person’s technique was identical to Leng Qi’s.

Since they weren’t enemies, why put in so much effort? Moreover, this person’s martial arts were beyond Leng Qi’s, so killing him immediately was out of the question. After a tactical retreat and parry, he disengaged swiftly.

In a flash, he appeared before Cheng Xiaoxiao, "Xiaoxiao, you treat me so well!"

Cheng Xiaoxiao twitched her lips and spoke to Han Er, who had followed behind, "What wind blew Leader Han Er here?"

Leng Qi respectfully performed a subordinate’s salute.

Watching with anticipation earlier, he was now standing solemnly and respectfully, without expression, which left Cheng Xiaoxiao speechless at how quickly he could change his demeanor.

"Why, can’t I come if there’s no wind?"

Han Er was also frustrated, a journey that should have taken three days took six, the situation outside was really concerning.

"Sure, why not. Since it’s just in time for a meal, let’s talk after we eat." Cheng Xiaoxiao suggested.

Han Er nodded; it was better to discuss after eating! He hadn’t had a decent hot meal in days.

Besides, he feared that revealing his intention might ruin some appetites.

Unexpectedly, Cheng Xiaoxiao brought back another person after going out.

Everyone had to reluctantly adjust to it.

After introductions, they silently ate. The presence of a stranger made the atmosphere at the table considerably serious, even the usually lively Brother Jia quietly shoveled food, not raising his head.

Suddenly, Dongfang Xu and Han Er both reached for the same dish, the delicious-looking braised pork.

Neither would yield, resulting in a chopstick battle over a piece of braised pork, causing everyone at the table to refrain from reaching out with their chopsticks.

Everyone had to hold onto the table for fear that a careless moment might flip it over and leave them with nothing to eat.

Cheng Xiaoxiao couldn’t bear it any longer and shouted, "Enough!"

Whether it was Cheng Xiaoxiao’s sudden voice that startled the two deep in their contest, the uncontrolled piece of braised pork flew straight toward Cheng Xiaoxiao’s forehead.

Plop!

The braised pork hit Cheng Xiaoxiao on the forehead.

It then slid down her dress, leaving an oily trail.

Seeing the new clothes her aunt had just made for her, Cheng Xiaoxiao clenched her fists and slammed them on the table, causing all the bowls and dishes to tremble.

"Both of you, get out!"

"Out!"

The furious Cheng Xiaoxiao scared the two of them.

Dongfang Xu said guiltily, "He should be the one to leave; he started it."

Han Er retorted unyieldingly, "I was just eating a piece of meat, but the host didn’t say anything. Why are you so worked up?"

"The braised pork was Miss Cheng’s filial gift to me, her mentor. It’s not meant for an outsider like you."

"But I’m a guest. Don’t you know how to treat guests?"

"What kind of guest are you? You’re here uninvited," Dongfang Xu scoffed.

"Since Miss Cheng invited me to eat at the same table, obviously it’s her invite." Han Er immediately countered.

"I wonder who has such thick skin."

"Certainly not you."

"You..." Dongfang Xu squinted his eyes, the more he looked at this guy, the harder it was to suppress his anger.

The air pressure brought a sense of oppression, instantly detected by Han Er, "Oh, are you planning to get serious now?"

The two exchanged another bout of verbal sparring, and this time Cheng Xiaoxiao truly had enough.

She casually picked up a rice bowl and threw it at them, "If you want to fight, kindly turn left after going out."

Both of them caught the flying porcelain bowl instantly, not a single grain of the half-bowl of rice spilled.

Seeing Cheng Xiaoxiao’s dark expression, they reluctantly shut their mouths.

Yet neither intended to leave, pretending not to hear.

Now the meal was disrupted, so Cheng Xiaoxiao straightforwardly asked, "What brings Leader Han Er here?"

Considering the fuss, things had become rather unpleasant.

It wasn’t really his intention either; it was just that the fellow didn’t know what was good for him.

He found him displeasing at first sight, and Leng Qi had already reported on the way back.

This Dongfang Xu fancied Miss Cheng.

Initially, Han Er didn’t plan to bicker, yet seeing the guy made him uneasy again.

How could Miss Cheng, someone so capable, be attracted to such a pretty boy?

Only someone distinguished and remarkable like their master would be suitable for Miss Cheng.

"Oh! It’s nothing, just a notification—Great Xia’s army is pressing at the borders, advising you all to evacuate quickly."

With that, he picked up his rice bowl and resumed eating.

The words sparked huge waves, everyone’s eyes almost popping out in disbelief of what they heard.

"What did you say?" Cheng Xiaoxiao suddenly stood up.

Dongfang Xu’s brows furrowed.

The family stared wide-eyed in disbelief.

"Great Xia is invading, less than a hundred miles from Lie Dong City, and this was intelligence from six days ago," Han Er responded unhurriedly.

Six days ago~

Perhaps now they were already at the gates.

Lie Dong City was the strongest fortress against Great Xia; if it fell, the army would advance unhindered...

The thought gave everyone a cold shiver.

Han Er, observing their anxious and despairing expressions, suggested, "If you want to live, it’s best to relocate quickly, especially in your village where there are so many old, weak, women, and children. A slower move might spell disaster!"

Cheng Hao relaxed his clenched fists, "Wasn’t King Qi defending Lie Dong City? For many years he’s fought numerous battles, never allowing Great Xia even a step in."

Han Er glanced at the young man opposite with surprise, not expecting someone knowledgeable in the countryside.

"How can this time be the same? Look at the current state of Yanzhou County," Han Er replied self-deprecatingly.

If their master were willing to step in, it could still reverse the situation. Unfortunately, he was unwilling to act as a pawn for others, preferring mutual destruction instead.

These words reminded everyone of the rampant banditry, the devastation, with countless displaced people and untold casualties. Many refugees had become the lambs awaiting slaughter by wrongdoers.

If King Qi had truly been effective, his subjects wouldn’t have been left to fend for themselves.