Unbeknownst to them, the two had arrived at a restaurant.

"Forget it, Qingcheng. I know you can't change the marriage contract, but we've known each other for many years, and now you're about to get married. Let me treat you to a meal and share a drink. You wouldn't refuse, would you?"

Liu Qingcheng wanted very much to decline, but her mood was indeed poor, so after much hesitation, she lightly nodded her head.

The moment Qin Feng saw Liu Qingcheng's nod, he became ecstatic, and the thought of soon possessing her made his eyes gleam with barely contained fervor.

"Drinking? How could I not be included in such a good thing? Qin San Shao, you’re being rather inconsiderate," at that moment, Chu Yan appeared beside them, interrupting.

Both Qin Feng and Liu Qingcheng were startled, especially Qin Feng, whose eyes flashed with a glint of menace.

"What are you doing here?" Liu Qingcheng asked coldly, her face filled with disdain.

"You're my wife. If you’re out drinking with strangers, of course, I have to follow. Besides, if Qin Shao plans to do anything untoward, I could protect you, right?" Chu Yan said with unbothered amusement.

"Don't talk nonsense; Qin Shao is not that kind of person." Liu Qingcheng shot a glare at Chu Yan, then quickly turned to Qin Feng. "Qin Shao, please don't misunderstand."

"Haha, right, right! Qin Shao, don't take it to heart. I tend to speak rather bluntly. But truthfully, it’s not my fault; rather, it’s because of you two."

"Blame us?" Qin Feng's lip twitched; how could he blame them for his poor manners?

"Exactly! Think about it: if you two weren't so polite, I wouldn't be so presumptuous. But alas, your uncle was so courteous to me yesterday, nodding and bowing. How could I not get carried away? It’s all your fault for spoiling me," Chu Yan stated with brazen confidence.

"You..." Qin Feng's fists clenched in anger; Chu Yan's words were clearly an insult to the Qin family.

"What? Qin Shao dissatisfied? Do you want your uncle to apologize for you?" Chu Yan sneered.

Unexpectedly, Qin Feng suddenly restrained himself, though his eyes still betrayed a hidden killing intent.

"Haha, Chu Laodi, you really know how to joke. But seriously, I truly offended you yesterday. It’s perfect that you’re here today; let’s have a drink together. I should apologize to you," Qin Feng said.

"No need for drinks. If you want to apologize, just kneel down now and be sincere. I might actually forgive you... Just so you know, my patience only extends to one time!" Chu Yan said meaningfully.

"You..." Qin Feng was infuriated!

"Chu Yan, enough! If you don’t want to drink, just go back. We’re not married yet, so you have no say in this!" At that moment, even Liu Qingcheng couldn’t stand it anymore.

Chu Yan felt speechless; he really wanted to say, "Silly girl, I’m protecting you, and you’re being so fierce with me. You really have no conscience." But seeing Liu Qingcheng genuinely unhappy, he sighed and shook his head.

"Do you really want to drink?"

"Yes, I want to drink. What about it?"

"What about it? I’ll accompany you."

Chu Yan suddenly adopted a mischievous demeanor and looked sincerely at Qin Feng. "Haha, Qin Shao, I apologize for being overly rude earlier. Please don’t mind. Let’s just enjoy a drink together. Come on, I’ll treat you today; no need to be polite!"

Both Qin Feng and Liu Qingcheng were taken aback by Chu Yan's sudden change. Liu Qingcheng couldn’t wrap her mind around how someone like Chu Yan could be so shameless—just moments ago, he had insulted Qin Feng, and now he acted as if nothing had happened.

Qin Feng also clenched his fists, but given the situation, he couldn’t refuse; rejecting would only expose his intentions.

"How could it be right for Chu Shao to treat us? You two are the newlyweds; of course, I should host."

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"I didn’t intend to treat; I was just being polite, so don’t take it seriously." Chu Yan said, taking Liu Qingcheng's hand and leading her into the restaurant.

Watching Chu Yan's back, Qin Feng no longer felt the need to pretend. His eyes blazed with fury.

"Chu Yan, you’re courting death; don’t blame me for what happens next!"

Qin Feng had already reserved a private room in the restaurant, spacious enough to accommodate more than twenty people.

As soon as the three were seated, Qin Feng smiled and said, "Chu ge, let me tell you, this restaurant is quite famous in Tianyong City. Since you just arrived, you should enjoy it. Waiter, bring out the dishes, and make sure to get the finest wine!"

He emphasized "finest wine" particularly heavily, and when he saw the waiter respond with an understanding nod, he finally relaxed.

Unfortunately, Qin Feng was unaware that all of his little maneuvers were being closely observed by Chu Yan, who was idly toying with a wine glass, deeply sighing.

Qin Feng, I just gave you a chance, but you didn’t cherish it, so don’t blame me.

This restaurant was indeed impressive; before long, the room was filled with enticing aromas as the waiter brought out dish after dish, deliberately presenting a jar of fine wine.

"Enjoy, esteemed guests!"

The waiter poured wine for the three of them and then left with a smile. The thought of Qin Feng’s promise made Chu Yan feel giddy. Liu Qingcheng, the most beautiful woman in Tianyong City, how fortunate he was to stumble upon such a treasure. It truly felt like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and he stole a greedy glance at Liu Qingcheng as he left.

Once the room was left with just the three of them, Qin Feng immediately raised his wine glass with a lewd grin. "Haha, Chu ge, don’t blame me for the flood that washed away the Dragon King’s Temple. Qingcheng, your wedding is imminent, so I’ll toast to you both first, wishing you a happy union."

Liu Qingcheng was reluctant to accept Qin Feng’s well-wishes, but before she could speak, Chu Yan laughed heartily and raised his glass. "Thank you, Qin Shao! Thank you, Qin Shao! Qingcheng, why are you dazed?"

Liu Qingcheng rolled her eyes at Chu Yan, but she still lifted her glass.

Watching Liu Qingcheng raise her glass, the excitement in Qin Feng's eyes intensified.

"Cheers!"

The three of them downed their drinks in one go, and Qin Feng finally sat back in satisfaction. The conversation continued, with Qin Feng subtly observing Liu Qingcheng’s condition. After about half a stick of incense, Liu Qingcheng began to feel a warmth spreading through her body, growing soft and weak.

Qin Feng knew the Spring Heart Pill was taking effect; his opportunity was near. He quickly feigned concern and asked, "Qingcheng, what’s wrong? Why do you look so pale?"

"It’s nothing, just feeling a bit unwell. Qin Shao, I think we should end it here today; I want to go back."

Liu Qingcheng didn’t understand what was happening to her. Since awakening her life form after opening the door to cultivation, she had never fallen ill, but now her head felt dizzy and her body was extremely hot.

At that moment, Qin Feng suddenly smiled sinisterly, tapping his fingers on the table with excitement. "Leave? That won’t do! You might not be leaving today!"

Liu Qingcheng immediately furrowed her brows, and suddenly, the door to the private room was pushed open. Three men in dark clothing surrounded Liu Qingcheng and Chu Yan.

"Miss Liu, you should stay and drink with the young master!" the three men said coldly.

Even Liu Qingcheng, usually naive, realized what was happening. She looked at Qin Feng in disbelief. "Qin Feng, you actually drugged my drink?"

As Liu Qingcheng tried to stand, she found her body completely soft, unable to exert any strength to rise. The energy within her was in chaos, completely tangled and unable to be released.

"Liu Qingcheng, I’ve been flattering and fawning over you all these years, but you would rather marry a useless person than me. You’ve forced my hand!"

"Bastard!"

Liu Qingcheng’s brows furrowed tightly as she struggled to maintain her composure, but the potency of the drug was too strong. Though she wasn’t completely unconscious like Qin Feng's maid, she was now just an ordinary woman, powerless.

"Liu Qingcheng, didn’t you expect this day to come? It’s a pity; I once hoped to marry you, but after learning you were to wed this useless man, my interest waned. Hmph, I’ll have my fun first, and then you’ll experience what true pleasure is!"

"Also, I advise you not to struggle, and don’t hope for anyone to come to your rescue. That will only make me more eager to humiliate you," Qin Feng said, exhilarated.

"Qin San Shao, that can’t be right! How could no one come to her rescue? Have you forgotten someone?"

At this moment, Qin Feng smiled faintly, remaining calm as if everything were just as he had anticipated.

"You?"

Qin Feng scoffed. "Chu Yan, I don’t know what kind of background you have, but I’ve already surrounded this restaurant within a kilometer. Even if I kill you now, no one will know it was me."

Liu Qingcheng looked at Chu Yan, despair filling her heart. Every woman dreams that when threatened, a prince on a white horse will come to save her, just like ten years ago when that boy saved her from a beast.

But now, Chu Yan was here, and he was merely a useless person, a one-star life form, a first-tier Mortal Realm cultivator, the lowest of the low. What could he possibly do?

Liu Qingcheng regretted deeply. Had she known it would come to this, she would never have come out with Qin Feng. But alas, there are no regret pills in this world.

"Then why don’t you make your move?" But Chu Yan continued to play with his wine glass, calm and unbothered.

"Haha, don’t be in such a hurry! Killing you now would be too easy. I want you to witness how your woman is ravaged by me. After that, I’ll kill you. But don’t worry; once you’re dead, I’ll send this woman I’ve toyed with to accompany you. By tomorrow, everyone in Tianyong City will believe that Liu Qingcheng chose not to marry you—this waste—and ended up killing you before taking her own life. When that happens, your backing will want revenge, and they’ll target the Liu family. From then on, there will be no Liu family left in Tianyong City!"