Chapter 1340: Interesting

The cold inquiry from Miss Chen startled the town mayor, who hurriedly explained and bowed.

"Reporting to the young lady."

"This gentleman is not from our Qinghe Town. He is merely a scholar passing through, here to teach."

The mayor, with his wealth of experience, immediately sensed that the young lady had taken an interest in Mr. Yi Feng. This was not a good sign.

Mr. Yi was a benefactor to Qinghe Town and must not be sent off to war. Otherwise, how could the mayor face the children of the town in the future?

However, Miss Chen's imposing presence was too overwhelming. The old mayor dared not speak directly and could only tactfully defend Yi Feng, using his status as an outsider to exempt him from military service.

But as soon as he finished speaking.

Chen Yuxin lowered her gaze and glanced sideways, her tone even colder!

"I asked you if he is on the conscription list!"

Her voice carried an undeniable authority, spoken with a condescending tone that made the old mayor shrink even further, as if he had committed some grave mistake.

Even so.

The old mayor gritted his teeth and insisted on his stance.

"No, he is not."

"Mr. Yi is an outsider, so he is not on the conscription list."

No matter the pressure, he had made up his mind. Even if he couldn't prevent the tragedy of conscription, he would at least protect Yi Feng, ensuring the benefactor could live peacefully in the town.

As an ordinary mayor, his persistence was remarkable. Faced with the pressure from Miss Chen, even his hands trembled slightly as he clasped them in a bow.

But Chen Yuxin didn't even spare him a second glance.

Her clear eyes were fixed on the scholar in white robes in the distance, and she immediately issued an order!

"Add him to the conscription list!"

Her voice was as cold and unyielding as iron!

The old mayor was shocked, his eyes widening in disbelief.

His throat moved several times before he finally mustered the courage to argue urgently.

"Young... young lady?"

"This gentleman is indeed not from our Qinghe Town, and he is merely a scholar with no cultivation or martial skills. By all reason, he should not be conscripted for war."

"Please, young lady, show mercy and spare him."

The old clan leader was equally shocked and also pleaded.

"Please, young lady, be lenient!"

Both men were elderly, usually composed and respected elders, but now they were bowing and pleading without regard for their dignity, all to protect the benefactor of Qinghe Town.

Faced with such a sincere plea, most people would hesitate, at least giving some consideration out of respect.

Unfortunately.

Chen Yuxin had been the high and mighty daughter of the city lord since childhood, always getting her way. She had no regard for the struggles of ordinary people, only the authority to dictate life and death.

Her red lips parted, and she coldly rebuked!

"Nonsense!"

"Adding this person to the conscription list is not a discussion with you, but my command. How dare you defy me?!"

As her sharp voice rang out, the guards around her exuded a terrifying aura.

The two old men felt as if a mountain was collapsing on them, instantly overwhelmed by immense pressure. Cold sweat broke out on their foreheads. Even the old clan leader, a powerful martial spirit, couldn't help but fear the might of the city lord's mansion!

The old mayor hesitated, still wanting to argue and secure a way out for Yi Feng.

But as soon as his hands lowered in a bow, a palm struck him!

"Thud!"

With a dull sound, the mayor was hit squarely in the chest by a jade-like hand, sent flying like a broken kite, collapsing several feet away, severely injured and unable to get up!

The old clan leader hurried over to support him, swallowing his humiliation.

Seeing that no one else dared to interfere.

Chen Yuxin indifferently withdrew her gaze, her lips still showing a hint of displeasure.

"Annoying."

Only when she looked again at the scholar in white robes under the distant locust tree did a faint smile curve her red lips. She took delicate steps forward, her embroidered shoes lightly tapping the ground, restoring her usual noble demeanor.

This commotion frightened the surrounding onlookers, and even the old men under the tree turned to look.

Seeing the important figure approaching.

Her mere appearance and bearing made the old men feel ashamed. Even the legendary noble ladies couldn't compare to the dust at the hem of this woman's skirt.

After just a few glances.

The old men were filled with awe, their chatter ceasing as they nervously stood up.

Chen Yuxin, however, remained cold-eyed, ignoring the gazes of these vulgar old men. Her eyes were only on the scholar in white robes, Yi Feng, and she spoke with icy words.

"Idlers, get out of here."

Her casual words carried a terrifying aura, making the old men's hair stand on end. They quickly bowed and fled, their trembling legs no longer as nimble as before.

In the blink of an eye.

The lively locust tree was left with only Yi Feng sitting alone, suddenly becoming very quiet, the laughter and ease swept away.

The two exchanged glances for a few moments, neither speaking.

In the distance, the severely injured mayor, supported by the old clan leader, slowly approached. Despite the humiliation, he dared not show any resentment, still dutifully standing by.

Seeing the mayor in such a difficult state, Yi Feng seemed to understand something.

The haughty woman before him lowered her gaze and spoke, a twisted sense of accomplishment in her eyes.

"Tell him what his future holds."

The old mayor's face turned pale, his head bowed in shame.

"Mr. Yi..."

"Our Qinghe Town is under the jurisdiction of Yecheng. This is the young lady of Yecheng. Yecheng is about to go to war, and you have been conscripted to join the army and head to the battlefield..."

"I am ashamed. We are deeply indebted to you for teaching in Qinghe Town, but now we have brought this upon you. I am unworthy to be the mayor of this town!"

As he spoke, tears welled up in the old mayor's eyes, reflecting a complex mix of emotions.

"I have failed you, sir!"

He bowed deeply, unable to raise his head for a long time.

The old clan leader beside him also lowered his head, no longer the dignified elder he once was, not even daring to look Yi Feng in the eye.

This humiliating scene was not lost on Chen Yuxin.

Her beautiful face showed a hint of smug satisfaction, as if wielding such power over others was immensely gratifying. The act of breaking someone's spirit was even more satisfying.

How dare this small Qinghe Town defy her? She not only wanted the man, but she also wanted Qinghe Town to hand him over personally.

A mere scholar, how could he escape her grasp?

Chen Yuxin's eyes shone with confidence, a sense of control and triumph on her face.

Yi Feng, however, remained calm as ever, showing no sign of panic. He sat serenely on the cushion under the old locust tree, even pouring himself tea as if nothing had happened.

Seeing this, Chen Yuxin was momentarily stunned.

Even in Yecheng, the so-called young masters of noble families wouldn't dare to act so arrogantly in front of her. A mere scholar, yet he had such composure. It seemed he had some courage.

This was interesting.

She stared at him for a long time, unable to discern his thoughts, nor understand why this scholar could remain so composed.

She only felt that his tea-pouring movements were elegant, indescribably pleasing to the eye.

It wasn't until Yi Feng finished his cup of tea and spoke that she snapped out of her reverie.

"As the mayor said, I am just an ordinary man with no cultivation or martial skills. I'm afraid I can't be of much help in war."

"There are many children in town waiting for my lessons. The morning break is almost over, and I must return to the school soon. I regret that I cannot comply with the conscription order."

His calm words were hard to read, but at this moment, they felt particularly sharp.

As the daughter of the city lord, Chen Yuxin's words were law. No one had ever dared to refuse her, let alone so blatantly and arrogantly!

This was a slap in her face!

Chen Yuxin's face darkened, and she drew the soft sword from her waist!

"Whoosh!"

The sword shot out like a green snake's tongue, its cold tip pointing straight at the teacup on the table!