Chapter 18 Chapter Seventeen

No one was more surprised than Burdie that his submissive wife dared to disobey his orders. Tell me the names of those English bastards.He ordered again. When the time comes, I will naturally say.She sat calmly at the table and continued to comb her hair. It was already dark, but he still didn't ask the name. In fact, he had been busy all day, and he didn't remember his promise to Lacey until he got back to the hut.But now he's determined to ask names before bedtime.A wife should be obedient to her husband. She didn't like that order.This wife will not. Damn it, Leanne, don't fight me.

A husband should not speak foul language in front of his wife. This husband will. She didn't like hearing that either.She dropped the comb, got up and walked around him to sit on the edge of the bed. Lacey was right.Some wives really didn't like their husbands bossing them around, and Liane was clearly in that category.He noticed the tears in her eyes and knew he had broken her heart.Marriage is more trouble than he imagined. do not Cry. It never occurred to me to cry.She said arrogantly, stood up and lifted the quilt and climbed onto the bed, turning her back to him. He blew out the candles, and when he sat on the edge of the bed and took off his boots, he heard her ask in a low voice: Do you regret marrying me?

The question took him by surprise.Liane was clearly insecure, and he knew it was all his fault because he'd been acting like a bear since he got back. It is too early to talk about this.He said without changing his face. She doesn't appreciate his humor.Do you regret it? He put his hands on her hips and forced her to roll over to face him.I'm sorry you're so stubborn, but happy to marry you. You don't look happy at all. Because you don't listen to me. Birdie, I would never argue with you in the presence of others, but in private, I will be outspoken. He nodded after thinking for a moment.Did something unpleasant happen to you today?

Would you like to hear me whine?she asked in surprise. His nod was the best encouragement, and she immediately sat up and began to pour out her thoughts.First, Lacey forced me to sit in the lobby all morning and watch the rest of his clan.But I still couldn't find the person who betrayed him, so he dragged me all over the Xin's territory to examine more faces.Spong came back to report that my sister still wouldn't see me, but Lacey was too busy to speak to Li Ting on my behalf.I don't want to wait any longer, Birdie.If Lacey doesn't order Liting to come by noon tomorrow, I'll have to deal with it myself.It was almost dark when I finally met Reki by the lake, but her news was equally disappointing.

what news?he asks. She asked a friend to follow Sibang to find out Li Ting's residence, but the friend did not come back.She thinks he forgot. Boddy stood up, stretched, and began to undress.She stared blankly at his fit body, forgetting what she was talking about. Are you going to go directly to Li Ting after you know where she lives? What?She came back to herself.Oh yes, that's what I'm planning to do. Li Ting is now considered a member of the Xin clan, and Lei Xi is her lord, you should not interfere with how he handles the affairs of the clan.He promised you that he would make Li Ting come to see you.He slammed onto the bed, nearly knocking her out of bed.Although he didn't want to admit it, he was really exhausted today.

Lacey promised me he would talk to Li Ting today, but he didn't. He yawned loudly.He's a busy man, Leanne. I know that his people always have a lot of problems for him to deal with.He must have been driven beyond endurance by me.But he promised me, Bodie, that he had to talk to Li Ting before noon tomorrow. What else happened today?He asked, not really wanting to know, just enjoying hearing her voice. She put her hands on his shoulders and started massaging his muscles when she noticed how stiff he was.He moaned happily, so she straddled his hips and massaged them with both hands instead.

Laki told me about a woman who tried to sneak into Lacey's room last night, or so she thought.She chased it in, only to find that the unscrupulous woman had taken off her clothes and was about to get you know. He grinned.What? Seduce Lacey.Lacey kicked her out, but Lacey later told her he had invited the woman, and Lacey was so pissed that if Lacey had women swaggering into his room every night, she would leave. Where is she going? We discussed that when we went to church.We want to light a candle for Jitting's father, because Rachel heard Fallon tell Lacey that Jiting hasn't come back because his father's condition has suddenly taken a turn for the worse.

You have such a good heart. what did you do today?she asked. Went home for a while. But you said your domain is far from here. I hurried on and kept on my way.It was dark when we came back. What are you rushing back for? Solve some problems. She stopped massaging his shoulders and started stroking his arms.Body?can we if you're not too tired and you don't have to move can i how?he asks. She worked up her courage.Can I have sex with you? But I don't have to move?he asked with a smile. right.She started kissing down his back. Liane, he croaked.can i make a suggestion any suggestion?

It will be easier for you to turn me over. He rolled over on his back and pulled her onto him, kissing her as he took off her pajamas.The teasing ignites the burning desire in both of them.He quickly entered her, and the intense pleasure made him close his eyes and moan loudly.He started moving inside her until she writhed uncontrollably.Feeling her throbbing, hearing her scream, he came deep inside her. He lay on top of her exhaustedly, and when his heartbeat and breathing returned to normal, he rolled over on his side and pulled her into his arms.Her back was against his chest, and their thighs were intertwined.The breath of love lingered in them, and the only sound was the sound of the wood burning in the fireplace.

Just as Liane was about to fall asleep contentedly, he gave her a gentle nudge.do you trust me You know I trust you. Then tell me the names of those Englishmen. She was suddenly wide awake.She turned in his arms and looked directly into his eyes.I want you to promise me one thing first. What's up? She sat up, pulled the quilt around her body, and leaned back against the wall.You knew I had to go back to England before you married me, didn't you? He knew what she was going to say and frowned.Yes, I know you want to go back to England. I can tell you their names, but you must first promise me that you, Ian, and Lacey will not retaliate until I am done and Uncle Morken is safe and sound.You're a man of your word, Birdie.promise me.

Leanne, I can't let you go back to die You can't stop me. I can.He said angrily, sitting up and roughly pulling her into his arms. I must go, Boddy.Uncle Morken is considered your relative now, you have the responsibility to take care of him, right? I'll find him for you, Liane, and keep him safe. She shook her head.You don't know where to find it, I have to go back and fix this myself. He tried to reason with her.You said that bastard ordered you to go back with the king's box and your sister.But you are bound to go back empty-handed.How do you want to save your uncle? The Baron is most interested in the box, and I will try to convince him that my sister is dead. But you don't have that box.You don't know where it is, remember? I pray to God that Li Ting will remember.she whispered. What if she doesn't remember? I have no idea!she shouted.I must go back, Uncle Morken's life is at stake. I can't let you take risks, in case something happens to you, he won't be able to talk about it. Promise me, Birdie. no. You knew before you married me that I had to go back. Things have changed, Leanne. She decided to switch tactics.You can protect me, right?If you and Ian and Lacey go back with me, I'll be perfectly safe.After I find my uncle, you can start revenge. So you plan to enter the tiger's den alone?you're crazy You can protect me. She would not give in, but he must know the names.All right!He finally agreed, but before she could get excited about his promise, he added conditions.If the box is in your sister's hands or if she knows its whereabouts, and if you will do exactly as I say when we get there, then I will let you go with us. Will you wait until my uncle is safe before attacking? Yes, I promise. She kissed him happily.Thanks. I swear, Leanne, if something happens to you, I'll die. God!He already regretted making that promise.How could he let her get close to that bastard? You will protect me. She rested her head on his shoulder.There are three of them.She whispered, feeling him tense immediately.All three were barons, and all were close friends of King John.The most powerful of all, Baron Eve of Ronnie, is also the King's advisor.Uncle Morken told me that it was Ever who introduced Anna to John, and that John would always protect him.You have to be very careful, Boddy.If you hurt Ever, the king doesn't care what reason you have. Is it Ave who killed your father and monopolized your family property? it's him.she answered.He was nicknamed Redbeard because of his auburn hair and fiery temper.He was the one who made an agreement with the highland traitors, and the other two were his helpers.Huyou, the Baron of Barlow, and Dewin the Bald are obedient to Ai Fu, and their estate is adjacent to Ai Fu. Where is Ever now? Wait for me in Denhamshire. Is your uncle also in Denhamshire? have no idea. You have to admit that Ever might have killed your uncle. No, he needs to exchange my uncle's life for my cooperation.Ever knew that I would never give the box to my uncle until I saw that he was safe and sound. He'll kill you both when he gets the box. You don't let that happen. That's right.Lian, you are taking a risky move.As long as you have the leverage to negotiate with him, I will definitely take you there. With or without a box, you'll take me with you. Bodie was noncommittal.For the next hour he gave her a detailed description of Uncle Morken's estate and Denhamshire, and then asked how many soldiers Ever had under his command. He didn't let her rest until after midnight.She lay on top of him and soon fell asleep.It took him an hour to close his eyes as he contemplated a plan of action.When he finally fell asleep, he dreamed that he killed the person who had dared to beat her.Yes, he dreamed of revenge. After noon, Li Ting did not change her mind, and Leixi did not keep her promise to force Li Ting to come forward.The servant told Lian Lacey that he and Birdie had left the territory with a small group of soldiers early in the morning, but the servant did not know where they went or when they would return. When Lian was about to ask Sibang for help, Leiqi ran into the hall with two bows and arrows. Shall we go swimming in the lake?Reki asked loudly. I do not want you think.she whispered.cooperate with me.She pouted at the guard at the door. Great, I'm going to go swimming.Liane said it almost in a bark. Reki's eyes lit up.I'll borrow a bow and arrow, and we might hunt rabbits for dinner. Lian picked up the bow and arrow and followed Lei Qi to the back door.A few minutes later they reached the woods outside the castle. Reki excitedly took Liane's hand.I know where Li Ting lives now.Anton didn’t forget that he followed Sibong yesterday morning as he promised, but then he was ordered to go to the border to change another guard and didn’t return until dark.Of course it was too late then.He even apologized. He is such a nice guy.Liane said.can you take me there now No problem, now is the best opportunity.Lacey and Birdy go off to settle a small dispute on the western border.But you don't have to run, it will attract people's attention.Anton hid two horses by the lake, and if all goes well, we'll be on our way in no time.You can't tell people where we're going, Anton wants me to make sure no one knows he's doing us a favor. I won't say it, I don't want him or you to get in trouble. Then we'd better hurry back. Thanks to your help, I almost wanted to go door to door and ask Li Ting where she lived. You will never find her.Strange to say, your sister lives very far away.I've never been that far north, but Anton assures me it's part of Fi's domain. Did he say how long it would take to get there? Yes, we should be there around three o'clock in the afternoon. They finally found the horse hidden by Anton.You ride this gray horse.Reki ran to the other red and brown horse and climbed into the saddle. Leane was too excited to finally meet her sister.She climbed into the leather-wrapped thin wooden saddle, grabbed the reins, and followed Reki down the valley below. They saw Rose on the hillside as they walked across the meadow, and Liane thought he was watching them, but Reki didn't think he noticed them at all. They walked quickly, following a winding path in a canyon to a dense forest.The deeper they went into the forest, the more nervous Reki became.She turned her head frequently to see if anyone was following them.Liane was also starting to worry.She didn't understand why Li Ting and her husband chose to live alone instead of living with other Fei's people. Reki had the same idea.I do not like this.She whispered, as if afraid of being overheard.She stopped her horse and waited for Liane to catch up with her. We must have taken a wrong turn.Liane said. I'm pretty sure that's the way Anton indicated. I don't feel right.Reki, have you noticed how quiet it is in here?It seemed that even the birds had left the forest. It's really ominously quiet here, and I think we'd better turn around and head back. I also think we should go back.Liane immediately agreed.After all the riding we should have found Litine's cabin. If we ride faster, we can get home before dark.Will you be disappointed?I know you'd love to see your sister again. It's okay, I just want to get out of here now. Instinct told them to hurry, and they both admitted that it would be rash to venture into the wilderness unguarded.Because the trail was so narrow, they had to back the horses into a wider area and turn around, with Leanne leading the way.She had just come out of the woods, and was about to cross the stream when she heard a cry.Turning to the source of the sound, she saw a soldier galloping down the ramp towards them.Squinting in the sunlight, she recognized Fischer's cape, but couldn't make out the soldier's face. Reki rode beside her.She put her hands over her brows to shade the sun, and then called out: It's Joss, he must have followed us here. What is he doing?Liane asked, and she saw Roth raise his bow and draw an arrow, his eyes fixed on the woods behind them. The ambush caught them off guard.Lian heard a whistling sound behind her, and when she turned her head, she saw an arrow flying past her.Then more arrows roared past.Liane's horse galloped, and Reki followed, and together they ran up the creek bank.Thinking they were vulnerable together, Liane swerved her horse, yelling for Reki to run towards Rose. She bowed her knees, crouched on the horse's back, and ran for cover in the woods.Just before reaching the woods, she was shot by an arrow.The force and speed of the flying arrow sent the arrow through the skin and muscle and into the saddle.The ensuing pain made her cry out softly, and she instinctively tried to push away the excruciating pain, but when she touched the arrow, a sharp pain hit her leg, and that's when she realized she was pinned to the saddle. She was suddenly furious, and was about to turn to look at the attacker when Reki screamed.She turned sharply to see Rachel's horse stumble and fall, throwing Rachel to the ground.The screaming stopped abruptly, and Reki lay motionless on the ground. No!Leanne yelled and rode her horse towards Laiqi. Laqie's arrows scattered all over the ground, and Liane realized that she was not defenseless.She drew an arrow from the quiver and raised her bow.A man on horseback charged at her through the woods, but Roth came galloping at her from the other direction, yelling at her to get out of the way, nocking his arrow and drawing his bow to take aim.A second later, there was a shrill scream, and the man fell off his horse with an arrow stuck in his stomach.He continued howling, writhing in the dirt like a snake.The writhing ceased, and the howling turned into a death cry. Another raider rushed towards Liane at this moment.Ross nocked the arrow and drew the bow again.He hesitated for a second as he recognized the raider, but then shot the arrow anyway.His enemy dodged the arrow by ducking on horseback.Roth hurried to draw another arrow, but the man sped towards him.He lowered his bow and reached for his sword. The attackers were getting closer and closer, and all their attention was on Ruosi. Lian took the opportunity to pull the bow with an arrow, prayed for accuracy, and then let go and shot the arrow.Her arrow hit the raider between the eyebrows, causing him to roll back off his horse and die before he hit the ground. Liane gasped in terror, then retched.She threw the bow to the ground and couldn't help sobbing.God!She had just killed someone and even begged God for help as she did it.She knew she had no choice in this life-or-death moment, but the facts didn't ease her pain. She took a deep breath to calm herself down.Now is not the time to break down, she told herself, wiping tears from her face.Reki is injured and needs her help. Ruos rushed to Leiqi one step ahead of her.He held her in his arms, but she hung her head and remained motionless.Blood trickled down her forehead. Liane asked aloud, even after hearing Reki's moans: Is she breathing? have.Ross replied.She hit her head against a rock and passed out. Reki groaned again and slowly opened her eyes.Thank goodness.Liane burst into tears of relief.Reki, are you all right?Have you ever broken a bone? Lei Qi was stunned for a moment before answering: "It's probably all right."She reached out to touch her forehead, and immediately frowned in pain.As she lowered her hand, she noticed that it was covered in blood.She turned to look at the soldier holding her.Joss, did you save us? He smiled.It seems so. You follow us. Yes.He admits.I see you across the grass and wonder where you are going.Then you turned north and I was even more confused.I've been waiting, but you guys haven't come back for a long time, so I decided to follow along. Fortunately, you are here.Reki said. Who are those people?Liane asked.Do you recognize the man who attacked us? recognize.he replied gloomily.One is Dou Dun and the other is Fallon.They are all Xin soldiers. Fallon?Reki yelled.But he is the deputy captain of Xin's guard. Not anymore, Miss Leanne killed him. Just the two of them?Reki asked.others may return Just the two of them.Ross replied, then turned to Liane.The target of their ambush is you, Mrs. Boo. how do you know?Reki asked. All arrows are aimed at her.He explained patiently.Their aim is your death, ma'am.If Reki saw their faces, they'd kill her too. But why did they kill Leanne?Reki asked. Do you know why, ma'am? She replied without hesitation: Yes, but I can't say without Lacey and Birdie's permission. It's all my fault.Reki said.I'll tell the lord it's all my fault I shouldn't Liane cut her off.No, blame me for wanting to take care of this myself.Rachel, both you and Roth could die.Her voice was shaking.She took a deep breath to calm herself.She wanted to cry because the pain in her thigh was unbearable and the need to throw up was getting worse. Ros helped Recky to her feet, then rolled onto her horse.He's about to go find Laki's horse, but Liane whispers: I need help. The danger has passed.Reki said.do not be afraid. Liane shook her head.As Ros rode forward, he noticed the arrow protruding from her saddle, and without thinking, he reached for it and drew it. Liane yelled: Don't touch it. That's when he and Reki noticed the blood running down Liane's leg. Reki was shocked.God!You must be in pain. As long as I don't move, it doesn't hurt too much, but I need help pulling it out. Ross jumped off the horse and ran to her side, gently pushing her skirt away.I can't see the arrow, it's embedded in the wood through the leather.Ma'am, you bear with it.He slid his fingers between the saddle and her thigh, trying to catch the shaft of the arrow.The blood made his hands wet and slippery, and he tried twice and failed.When she tried it for the third time, she screamed in pain, and he stopped immediately, not wanting her to suffer any more. I couldn't pull it out without help. I can help.Reki said she took Leanne's hand to comfort her. Ross shook his head.You don't have that strength, I don't know what to do. It wasn't the worst.Lei Qi said, hoping to inspire Leanne.The arrow missed the bone, it only looked green through your skin. But it fits in very well.Ross pointed out. If we move the saddle Recky suggests. Leanne yelled: My God!don't want. Moving the saddle just pulls the arrow harder.Ross said. I'll stay, Liane said.You and Reki go to get help.Go to Boddy and he'll know what to do. I will not leave you. Please, Joss. I don't want to leave you.Reki said. I will never leave you.Ross repeated firmly.Lian knew it was useless to talk too much, and he obviously believed that it was morally necessary to stay by her side. So what are we going to do?Reki asked. If we ride slowly, if I hold my thigh, we can try to ride back. Let's adapt!Ross decides.I'm going to get your horse back, Reki.Do you think you can ride a horse?You fell hard. I'm fine.she answered. Leiqi waited for Ruos to go away and said: I lied just now, but actually I have a splitting headache.My head will hurt even more when Lacey knows what I've done. You have done nothing wrong.Liane insisted.It was Anton who told us to go this way, and he was to blame. You can't think that this matter has anything to do with Anton.He is deeply trusted by Lei Xi, and his status is second only to Ji Ting. Fallon is second only to Anton, right?He betrayed Lacey. but anton Lei Qi, why do you think this matter has nothing to do with Anton?They lay in wait for a sneak attack on us, and it was Anton who set the trap. but why?Rachel yelled, too shocked to accept the truth.God!My head is so dizzy. Liane immediately regretted losing her temper with her.Why don't you go to the stream and wash your wounds?You will feel more comfortable. Reki nodded and started walking towards the stream, but stopped suddenly halfway.Do you trust Ross? I trust him, but I don't think you should tell anyone but Lacey about it. I've never killed anyone, but I swear I'll kill Anton when I see him again.After she finished speaking, she continued to walk towards the stream. Lian pressed her thigh and slowly rode towards the corpse on the ground.She has met Fallon, but doesn't remember seeing Doo-don.She knew at a glance that Dou Dun was not the traitor who had been to Denhamshire. Hearing Reki's call, she turned back to the hillside.Ruos had already packed Leiqi's bow and arrows and helped her onto the horse.He mounted his horse and looked up at the sun.Hopefully we don't have to go far and they'll find us. The three of them started moving at a snail's pace.Liane stopped from time to time because of the pain.She finally worked up the courage to inspect the wound, and she was relieved when she found that the situation was not as bad as she thought.Like Reki said, the arrow only pierced the muscle on the outside of her thigh.Knowing the injury was not serious, the pain also seemed to ease.It wasn't until she tried to pull the arrow out that she almost fainted from the pain. Do you think they're looking for us?Reki asked. We have been missing for a long time, and someone must be looking for us by now.Liane said. Kerr and Ellen saw me leave and I told them I was following you guys.Ross said. Reki jerked the reins, turned to Liane and whispered: They'll tell Anton and he'll send more Liane tried to stay calm.No, he didn't know that his men's ambush failed. When Liane and Reki didn't follow, Rose turned around and joined them.He thought Liane needed to rest for a few minutes. Fog began to form in the forest.We must reach the high ground before dark.Ross said. No one will find us in this thick fog.Liane said dejectedly. Anton won't find us either.Reki pointed out. Ruosi, who didn't know the inside story, misunderstood Leiqi's meaning.Kerr and Ellen should have told Anton that I was following you, but I don't think they would. Why?Reki asked.Ji Ting is not here, Anton is their commander. That didn't matter, they didn't respect or believe him.He made it clear that he thought Fi's soldiers were trash, and he humiliated us more than we could count.No, they won't tell him. But when someone notices we're missing, Anton's bound to send a search party, right? Yes, but I doubt he'd send someone this far north.He will send people to search in more populated places.Why do you go this way?Are you lost? no.Liane said. Yes.Reki replied at the same time. We lost track of time on horseback.Lian lied.We don't, in fact we thought my sister lived in the area, but we were mistaken. Rose saw the tears in Lian's eyes, so he hurriedly comforted her and said: Kerr and Ellen will tell Lacey, I believe Birdy is already looking for you, Mrs. Bu. but in case he Ross smiled.Ma'am, you are Burdy's wife.I guess Burdy and his soldiers are looking for you all over the mountains and plains right now.Do not despair, your husband will definitely come to you.