Chapter 154: 154 Restless Yunxia_1
Accidents happen just like that.
"I had an accident in the competition and broke my leg. That card was given to Song Ji by that woman; I won’t mistake it. It was Song Ji who attacked me. But he won’t admit it; he keeps saying he was bewitched by Yu Jian into doing such a thing."
Even now, having learned to let go, Hua Zhuo still couldn’t hide the anxiety and anger when mentioning this incident.
"Losing my legs, I was badly hurt. I couldn’t take revenge, engage in long battles, or create new cards. I wasn’t able to compete and lost the hope of advancing to UR."
"I fell into despair. During that time, I was in a daze. Song Ji took me back to the Song Family, demanding that I give birth to that child."
Wen Jiang tapped on the table. "Was it Song Zhi?"
This time, Hua Zhuo calmly nodded, her expression detached.
"Does Song Zhi know about this?"
"She doesn’t know, and Song Ji wouldn’t let her know either. Why would he tell a child unloved by her mother about these things? She just thinks I died long ago. That woman’s eerie ability not only altered the record of the accident in that competition but also made everyone in the Song Family forget that I was once the lady of the house. To others, I am merely Hua Zhuo, Jimo Xiao’s junior sister, who has lived abroad for many years."
No wonder.
Everyone knows that the first lady of the Song Family died early.
"What happened after that? Why did Yu Jian leave Imperial City?"
"She was insatiable, and she cuckolded Song Ji." Hua Zhuo couldn’t hide her disdain when speaking of such a woman. "Even when competing abroad, she managed to find a bunch of lovers. Honestly, I admire her for being able to make Song Ji tolerate her for a year before taking action. That’s probably true love."
Hua Zhuo was mocking Song Ji, wasn’t she?
Yes, definitely.
The later events were simple. Hua Zhuo continued, "Song Ji joined forces with a few of her lovers to confirm some incomprehensible secrets about this woman. They initially intended to capture her, but she got wind of it and fled before they could act. Song Ji never gave up on hunting her down. Later, I noticed that people’s memories of her were getting blurry. Song Ji also told me he had personally killed her, but just recently, I saw that woman again."
"We began to suspect that after she left the Empire, she infiltrated those international organizations. With her abilities, it was easy for her to charm a group of people into doing her bidding. She’s too eerie."
Hua Zhuo repeatedly used the word "eerie." Indeed, it suited Yu Jian well.
It seems all of these were done with the help of the System. Blurring memories isn’t something cards can do. She must have used other props from the System.
Wen Jiang threw in an unrelated comment, "So after that, Song Ji continued his dalliances and even took a second wife, having an illegitimate child with her. He’s indeed a scumbag, and you shouldn’t believe any of that bullshit about him being forced into it."
Taking a swipe at the father of that foolish child (Song Zhi) was also something Wen Jiang relished.
Hua Zhuo’s gaze sharpened slightly. "I know. I have barely any contact with him. If it weren’t for seeing Yu Jian again recently, when I first saw you, I would have suspected you were sent by her."
Wen Jiang said, "Tch, do you still think that now?"
Hua Zhuo shook her head.
"She’s no match for you. Besides, even if she does have some secret, if used on you, it would likely have an entirely different effect."
Hua Zhuo’s words were meaningful.
Indeed, people aren’t fools. Since both of you show such exceptional traits, there must be some similarities.
That woman possesses the power of cards and the ability to bewitch people’s minds, whereas Wen Jiang’s strength lies purely in his heaven-defying cards.
Moreover, Wen Jiang has no interest in romance whatsoever.
Wen Jiang asked another question, "Is this incident significantly related to the Jimo Family?"
Hua Zhuo thought for a moment, then shook her head. "My elder brother and the others have been in the army for years, and they don’t associate with Yu Jian’s circle. Besides, my elder brother is not the same kind of man as Song Ji."
Speaking of her elder brother, Hua Zhuo’s tone was very respectful. "He and my sister-in-law love each other deeply; it’s just that their fate is too bitter."
Wen Jiang smoothly changed the topic. "Her daring to return to Imperial City indicates she’s ready to make a comeback."
Hua Zhuo lifted her head, her eyes somewhat astonished. "She dares to come back? What is her objective?"
"To become the strongest Spirit Card Master in the world, of course," Wen Jiang said, placing his hands behind his head nonchalantly. "You also mentioned she’s quite talented, so why not guess where her talent comes from? Song Ji forced her out of Yunxia, and with a woman of her cunning, I don’t think she would simply let you all off easily."
Hua Zhuo’s expression turned somber as she nodded, concurring with Wen Jiang’s opinion on this point.
"That man named Ah Li is involved with her..."
Wen Jiang smiled. "It seems like my trip to Card City is bound to be extraordinarily lively."
Hua Zhuo lowered her gaze. "I’m worried about you, so I’m going to accompany you this time."
Wen Jiang’s thumb rested on his chin as he looked at Hua Zhuo with raised eyebrows. "You are indeed diligent in your duty to me and the Jimo Family."
Hua Zhuo simply said, "I owe my elder brother and sister-in-law. If it weren’t for them, I wouldn’t have made it out. You are the Jimo Family’s only root. Now, thinking of protecting you, at least I have something to do."
She had made a spur-of-the-moment decision to return and help her elder brother manage the Jimo affairs. She hadn’t really figured out what to do; stabilizing the situation was only a temporary measure.
Wen Jiang’s return, on the other hand, had brought new hope to the Jimo Family.
"Alright," Wen Jiang stood up. "Now that I know enough about the situation, it’s time for me to head back to the association. I’ll see you again in Card City."
Hua Zhuo murmured, "See you."
Once Wen Jiang had left, she pushed her wheelchair to the window, feeling somewhat relieved.
Having these things bottled up in her heart for so many years, she hadn’t known whom to tell. Though it might have been inappropriate, she had still spilled everything out.
Anyway, she felt much better now.
She wasn’t afraid of Yu Jian, but she was worried about what kind of trouble such a woman might cause.
Last time it was her. This time, would the equally remarkable Wen Jiang become Yu Jian’s target?
Her concerns were not unfounded, as the other party had already set their sights on him.
「The next day.」
The Empire’s approved Yunxia mythological comics once again caused a sensation.
Although people had become more accepting of the shock, the appearance of the Dragon still caused a significant stir.
Recently, the Founding Emperor Card Set released by Mount Flower, though not yet officially on sale, was rapidly gaining fame. Its stunning card art and the exquisite backgrounds of the cards were key to its burgeoning reputation.
That lifelike Dragon, just as awe-inspiring as their Divine Beasts cards, made many people express the desire to purchase one or two cards for collecting, just for the sake of the background art.
Now, in the serialized comics, the Dragon appeared first, and even those who were slow to catch on realized that the mysterious Card Maker behind Mount Flower and the Empire’s serialized comics were the same person.
Did that mean that this Card Maker had created all these sets, including the Moon Palace Card Set and this Founding Emperor Card Set?