Villains: Starting with the Landlady

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"Li Mochou, the effects of the medicine have worn off; you cannot force me..."

Before he could finish speaking, Li Mochou "pressed" his pressure points, causing him to open his mouth in compliance.

"Passed? Let's see how you pass!" Li Mochou picked up the medicine bottle and poured all ten or so sugar pills into his mouth.

"Senior sister, you'll kill him if you do this!" Little Dragon Girl was extremely anxious. She struggled desperately, but could only watch helplessly as things unfolded.

"What's wrong? Are you heartbroken? It's alright, junior sister. He'll make you happy later!"

As soon as Li Mochou finished speaking, Ling Yun grabbed her and put his mouth close to her ear.

In Xiaolongnu's eyes, it was obvious that Lingyun couldn't control his physical desires, but in reality, Lingyun was whispering to Li Mochou.

"Don't worry, just add a tiny bit of sugar to this stuff, it was almost too sweet!"

Li Mochou wanted to laugh but held it back. She turned her face and kissed him, saying in a hoarse voice, "I'm sorry, Ling Lang, I'll be more careful next time."

Next time? But considering Li Mochou's somewhat morbid personality, she might kidnap any girl she doesn't like.

"Alright, junior sister, it's your turn to perform."

Li Mochou pretended to acupuncture, pushed the young man away, and made him fall to the ground without moving. Then she went to Xiaolongnu's side.

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"From now on, the three of us will be on good terms, understand?"

Ling Yun put his arm around one of the two women and kissed them on the cheek in turn.

Little Dragon Girl lay in his arms, her original state of "purity and detachment" had been broken, and her cultivation level had dropped. However, with the Nine Yin Manual that Wang Chongyang had carved in the stone coffin and the Heart Sutra left by Lin Chaoying, her strength would only increase by leaps and bounds in the future.

Li Mochou showed indifference towards the Heart Sutra she had been so desperately seeking. In her mind now, Ling Yun was clearly more important, and martial arts were just something that was good enough.

The powerful effect of the "Beauty Recognizes Master" temporarily put aside the estrangement between the two sisters. Although Ling Yun's abilities were somewhat unconventional, the naive Xiaolongnu naturally couldn't tell the difference. If it were Li Mochou, she would have been exposed long ago.

"Your home is in Suzhou, how far is that?"

“In the past, the distance was nearly 3 miles, and it would take at least ten days to get there.”

Xiaolongnu didn't have much of a concept of distance. Although she was reluctant to leave the ancient tomb, she was still willing to accompany Lingyun out of consideration for him.

After the three of them had packed their belongings, Li Mochou opened the cave door. The two sisters took one last look at the ancient tomb before closing the door.

Ling Yun had only taken two steps forward when Fei Dian suddenly emerged from the grass, wanting to get close to Ling Yun.

What should I say to you?

Ling Yun put his hands on his hips, and Fei Dian showed a human-like embarrassment, rubbing his horse head against him repeatedly. In the end, Ling Yun patted the horse a few times to appease him before it stopped.

Normally, even riding at full speed, it would take more than ten days to return to Suzhou. But now, with Feidian, Xiaolongnu sat in front, Lingyun sat in the middle, and Li Mochou hugged his waist from behind. Feidian galloped towards the southeast with all its might.

Three people is not Feidian's limit; if it were to drive a carriage, the number of people could be doubled without any problem.

But the three of them were already crowded on horseback, and they had to endure the bumpy ride. If someone with a weaker constitution had gotten on, they probably would have been vomiting uncontrollably within fifteen minutes.

However, the three people on horseback were all exceptionally skilled in martial arts. Although Xiaolongnu's skills were weakened due to the breakdown of her martial arts, she was still able to adapt to this simple bumpy ride.

That evening, they stayed at an inn in Jiangning Prefecture (Nanjing), and continued their journey early the next morning, arriving at Yanziwu in Suzhou before noon.

Although they set off several days later than the group from Mount Hua, they still arrived here many days ahead of them. Ling Yun had the other maids arrange accommodations for the two sisters from the Ancient Tomb Sect, while she herself went to find Wu Yazi and, under the guise of practicing martial arts, had a long and intense conversation with her.

After a period of carefree living at Yanziwu, everyone who had participated in the martial arts tournament returned.

Wang Yuyan returned to Mantuo Manor, and Ling Yun took some time to go there with his two maids, Azhu and Abi, to play some games with Li Qingluo and discuss world affairs.

By the fifth month, the Murong family's army had reached a considerable size. The Wang family, into which Li Qingluo married, had originally been officials who later resigned to become merchants, accumulating immense wealth, which they then passed on to Li Qingluo. However, the Wang family's existing connections remained intact. Through Li Qingluo's introduction, Ling Yun met with officials of all ranks in Suzhou and surrounding cities, using mental control to bring them all under his wing.

Meanwhile, Ling Yun also managed to visit Dali, bringing Mu Wanqing to meet Duan Zhengchun. Although they had officially become relatives, Mu Wanqing still wanted to stay with Ling Yun. Knowing Ling Yun's strength, Duan Zhengchun did not refuse and even proposed a marriage alliance after Ling Yun successfully restored his kingdom.

Ling Yun simply nodded and smiled, without giving Lao Duan a specific time. Duan Zhengming was also an honest man; seeing that his younger brother and daughter had finally reunited, he agreed to the request to send troops.

Good news also came from Turpan, waiting for Lingyun to send troops to restore the country, so that the Qing army could be tied down at the same time.

That day, Ling Yun read the letters from Guo Jing, the Beggars' Sect, and other places, replied to each of them, and then looked at the room full of elites and smiled faintly.

"It's time to let the name of my Great Yan Kingdom resound throughout the Central Plains!"

Chapter 272 The Great Yan Kingdom

One night, while the city lord of Gusu was sleeping, he suddenly heard a report from below that a large number of troops had surrounded the city!

"Are they the Murong family's troops?"

The city lord remained remarkably calm, not even changing his clothes, and stood at the door in his white undergarment, asking the question.

"Yes, sir!" The messenger was in a great hurry, but when he saw the city lord's indifferent expression, he didn't know what to do.

"okay."

The city lord patted his shoulder and whispered in his ear, "From now on, we will no longer obey the Qing Dynasty, but will obey the Prince of Yan."

The subordinate stared wide-eyed at the city lord in disbelief. After a quick glance around, he immediately kowtowed and said, "Yes!"

However, after returning home, he immediately went to his room to pack his things, preparing to flee overnight.

Just kidding! In his eyes, Murong Fu was practically courting death, and even the city lord was looking for his own demise! He wasn't stupid; the Qing army would surely sweep through Suzhou in the future, and he couldn't afford to be implicated.

But as soon as he pushed open the door to leave, he was surrounded by countless soldiers.

The city lord stood in the crowd and sighed softly, "Sigh... let's kill them."

This kind of thing not only happened in Suzhou, but also occurred simultaneously in Songjiang Prefecture (Shanghai), Wuxi and several other surrounding cities, and without exception, the takeover was successful.

When dawn broke, these people realized that the world had changed and they had gone from being subjects of the Qing Dynasty to subjects of the Yan Kingdom!

However, for ordinary people, when feudal dynasties changed, as long as the city wasn't massacred, it didn't matter who took over. Anyway, their lives were already difficult, so they just went with the flow and naturally accepted the identity of Prince Yan, Lingyun.

Several days passed before the Qing Dynasty learned of the restoration of the Yan Kingdom and Ling Yun's ascension to the throne. Emperor Kangxi was furious and wanted to send troops to suppress the rebellion, but then he learned that Turpan and Dali had intervened. The martial arts world erupted into chaos again, especially the long-planned Heaven and Earth Society. Countless corrupt Qing officials were killed, and even the ever-watchful Liao Kingdom launched a surprise attack!

This time, the Liao Kingdom was led by Xiao Dawang, the Southern Court King, personally appointed by Temujin. It is said that Xiao Dawang possessed extraordinary martial arts skills and was a descendant of Empress Xiao's clan. Having grown up in the Central Plains, he returned to the Liao Kingdom and immediately became sworn brothers with Temujin's son. While Temujin was conversing with Xiao Dawang, a political upheaval occurred within the Liao Kingdom. The two joined forces to defeat the rebels, allowing Temujin to regain his position as Khan and bestow upon the Xiao family man the title of Southern Court King.

When Ling Yun learned of this news, he sighed at the inertia of the plot.

That day, after parting ways with Qiao Feng and his son, the two stubborn men went to Shaolin Temple. It's likely that Xiao Yuanshan was "enlightened" by the Sweeper Monk and returned to Shaolin on the spot. Qiao Feng had nowhere to go and could only return to Liao.

The Liao Kingdom had always been trying to retake the Central Plains, so it had many spies in the Central Plains. When it learned that Lingyun had restored its kingdom, Qiao Feng, who knew Lingyun's identity, naturally wanted to send troops to help. This also served the interests of the Liao Kingdom. Therefore, Temujin sent Qiao Feng and his son to lead the charge. Even if it wasn't a real war, it would be good to make the Manchus suffer.

Inside Swallow's Nest, Ling Yun was drinking and eating meat with two strong men, while A Zhu and A Bi stood behind him, serving them wine and dishes.

"So it was Hehan and Brother Qiao who helped me. Murong, let's drink another cup!"

The visitors were none other than Qiao Feng, who had secretly slipped away to Suzhou, and Genghis Khan, the third son of Temujin.

His real name in history was Borjigin Ögedei (Emperor Taizong of Yuan), also known as the Khagan Emperor. In this world, his name is simply Khagan.

“Since you are my brother Xiao’s younger brother, then you are my brother too.” Hehan was quite cheerful, his personality somewhat similar to Qiao Feng’s. “Don’t worry, even if my Liao cavalry were to conquer the Central Plains again in the future, you will still be your Prince of Yan, and nothing will change!”

"Then I thank you both very much."

Ling Yun narrowed his eyes. Using mental control on highly skilled experts was not very effective, but it was enough to control Hehan, an ordinary person who only knew how to ride a horse and shoot arrows.

After a hearty meal and drinks, Khagan was completely under his control. In the future, as long as Temujin died, Khagan, who had the greatest power, would take the reins, and the Liao Kingdom would be under Ling Yun's control.

He preferred to address problems at their root. Now that the Qing Dynasty was powerless against them and had even adopted a policy of forbearance, ceasing all military intervention, his mission was accomplished. But he was still not satisfied. Having come all this way, how could he not go and see that brat, Kangxi?

The first world he traveled to, and the first mission target he killed was Emperor Kangxi, an old acquaintance!

Qiao Feng and He Han left Yanziwu, and Ling Yun also prepared to set off for the capital.

"Your Majesty, are you leaving again?"

Azhu and Abi, one massaging his shoulders and the other rubbing his legs, both looked at Lingyun after hearing his words.

“Now that the Yan Kingdom is established and the Liao Kingdom is stable, the only issues left are the Western Xia and the Qing Dynasty. I still need to go there in person.” Ling Yun, enjoying the service of the beauties, added, “You two should just call me Young Master. The title ‘King’ sounds too strange.”

The Western Xia isn't a big problem. He slept with Wu Yazi, and he also has the Seven Treasures Ring, so he should be able to subdue Tianshan Tonglao and Li Qiushui. And since Li Qiushui is the Western Xia's queen, controlling Western Xia through this is practically a done deal.

"Then...then let my sister and I serve you tonight!"

Abi rarely spoke so forcefully. She didn't want to go many days without seeing Lingyun again. Now that there were so many sisters in Yanziwu, if she didn't fight for it, she wouldn't even get a chance to serve the emperor in the future.

"Okay, but not tonight, we can do it now."

Ling Yun laughed heartily, picked up Abi, and went inside...

When the other women learned that she was leaving, they all showed the same attitude, which kept Ling Yun extremely busy. With so many women, there really wasn't enough time.

He was busy for a whole week before setting off. If he continued working, it would immediately be a new cycle, endless.

To the women's surprise, Ling Yun only took A Zhu with him this time.

“Ling Lang, why don’t I go with you? I have more experience in the martial arts world, and my skills are better.” Li Mochou volunteered.

"I'll go instead. I don't look like I'm from the Central Plains, so I won't be easily recognized." Dai Qisi held Ling Yun's head and gently kissed the corner of his mouth.

"I...I can't go." A maternal glow flashed in Ning Zhongze's eyes as she gently stroked her belly, where a slight curve had already appeared.

As the woman who was the first to work with Ling Yun when he first came to this world, it was only natural that Ning Zhongze was pregnant. Ling Yun was extremely excited when he found out, because the baby in his master's wife's belly was the first little life in his life, so he naturally attached great importance to it.

"You all stay here and behave yourselves. Rongmei... Follow the disguise techniques your sister Azhu taught you and manage the affairs of state well with the Prime Minister's assistance. I will be back in a while."

A'Zhu had already taught Huang Rong the art of disguise, allowing her to transform into her likeness. Ling Yun was very pleased with Huang Rong's intelligence, and with all the officials of Yan under his control, as long as there were no external factors, nothing would happen in the short term.

"Okay, Brother Yun, we're all waiting for you at home!"

Ling Yun nodded, glanced at Cheng Lingsu who was standing silently in the crowd, looking somewhat self-conscious, and walked up to the girl, hugged her, and kissed her.

"wait me back!"

Cheng Lingsu's face immediately flushed red, and she responded softly.

Chapter 273 Kyoto

Although there were many women around, A'Zhu also began to learn martial arts, but she only had a rudimentary skill level and couldn't handle the constant bumpy ride.

Ling Yun slowed down Fei Dian. After disguising themselves, the two looked like ordinary people and did not attract the attention of the Manchus along the way.

About a week later, Lingyun and Azhu arrived in Kyoto. Due to the chaos caused by various factions, Kyoto, as the most important city in the Qing Dynasty, was naturally under the strictest surveillance. Lingyun's wanted poster was at the top of the list, but no one dared to come to Suzhou to cause him trouble—wouldn't that be asking for a quick death?

Because A'Zhu's disguise skills were so supernatural that even the guards at the city gate couldn't tell them apart and let the two into the city.

As for Feidian, since many people knew that Lingyun had a white horse that ran incredibly fast, Lingyun left it outside and did not bring it in with the two of them.

Upon entering Kyoto, sensing the oppressive atmosphere, Ling Yun smiled faintly, took A Zhu's hand, and headed towards the palace.

Winter had already arrived, and it was snowing in Kyoto. There weren't many pedestrians on the streets, but they were all hurrying along, afraid to look at others for fear of being mistaken for thieves and arrested. Countless soldiers patrolled the streets with weapons, questioning anyone who seemed suspicious.

Ling Yun possessed an extraordinary demeanor and a clear goal. He led A Zhu straight towards the palace. The soldiers, seeing his imposing presence, dared not approach, assuming he was some kind of royal relative.

When the two arrived at a small inn not far from the palace to rest, they found a rather chaotic scene unfolding inside.

A young eunuch, hiding behind the crowd, used a cunning voice to direct several other tall eunuchs to launch a righteous brawl against a martial arts practitioner.

"You traitor! How dare you touch Eunuch Yun!"

The young eunuch rolled up his sleeves, just as he was about to take the opportunity to stomp on the eunuchs, when the companion of the martial arts master suddenly attacked, knocking the group of eunuchs to the ground, knocking out the little eunuch hiding behind them, and carrying him away.

Lingyun and Azhu exchanged a glance and immediately followed.

The men led the eunuch to an abandoned vegetable cellar, where they made a cut on his thigh. The pain was too much for him, a man accustomed to a life of luxury, and he woke up with a cry of pain.

"Damn eunuch, tell me, how did you learn our identities!"

"Fellow heroes, I...I don't know!"

The eunuch trembled and kowtowed repeatedly, begging for mercy: "I just came out for a stroll and got into a fight with that hero. How could I know that you heroes were plotting something... Ouch, stop hitting me! I didn't know, I really didn't know!"

The group gave the young eunuch a severe beating, then looked at each other and went aside to talk in hushed tones.

"What should we do? This eunuch is probably someone who knows about our Heaven and Earth Society's affairs!"

"Kill them! They've seen our faces; they can't be spared!"

"Ok!"

The men, determined to kill him, slit the eunuch's throat amidst his pleas for mercy.

After dealing with the eunuchs, the members of the Heaven and Earth Society hurriedly left and disappeared from the scene.

Ling Yun and A Zhu emerged from behind a nearby tree. With his maxed-out X-ray vision, he immediately spotted the little eunuch in the vegetable cellar and went inside.