Chapter 4: Get Lost, You Idiot

Yao Xixi watched Jun Tianxiang staring intently at Liu Ruoshui, feeling both angry and hateful, her jealousy surging.

"Liu Ruoshui, you wench! What kind of status do you think you have, daring to act all high and mighty in front of Prince Gong's manor, and even daring to shout my Prince's name out loud! Just watch as I teach this ugly freak a lesson on behalf of the Prince!"

As she spoke, she walked down the steps, preparing to deliver a harsh slap to Liu Ruoshui's face.

Ruoshui's body stirred, and a wave of dizziness washed over her brain. Knowing she had lost too much blood, she knew that if they came to blows, she would definitely be the one at a disadvantage.

However, only an idiot would resort to physical fighting. Being as clever as she was, she only needed to use her words.

She let out a light chuckle. Instead of retreating, she took a step forward, thrusting her ugly face—covered in red spots and bumps—directly in front of Yao Xixi.

"Sister Xixi, go ahead and hit me. Hit me hard. These bumps on my face are itching terribly; your palm will be just the thing to help me scratch the itch."

Yao Xixi's eyes widened. Her raised hand froze mid-air, trembling uncontrollably, unable to strike further.

Too... too terrifying!

She had long heard that Liu Ruoshui's beauty had been destroyed and that she had become the number one ugly woman, but she never imagined her face would be ruined to such a horrific degree.

Amidst those large patches of red spots, there were dense layers of red bumps. Some of the bumps had broken skin, oozing yellow pus...

She... she would rather have her hands chopped off than let a single speck of the skin on Liu Ruoshui's face touch her fingers.

A mocking smile hung on Liu Ruoshui's face as she spoke slowly, word by word: "Sister Xixi, do you think my face is beautiful? Do you want to become like me? Then go ahead and hit me. I guarantee that if even a tiny bit of your finger touches my skin, your face will become exactly like mine. First, it will be covered in patches of red spots, then it will grow one red bump after another until the itch becomes unbearable. When that time comes, will your beloved Prince Gong still like you? Will he still accompany you to admire the flowers and drink wine?"

Yao Xixi let out a terrified scream, turned around, ran up the steps, and hid behind Jun Tianxiang, not daring to look at Liu Ruoshui again.

Liu Ruoshui cast a contemptuous glance at Yao Xixi before shifting her gaze away.

This kind of brainless girl who only knew how to act spoiled to gain favor could be intimidated by just a few words. If she wanted to fight her? She would absolutely make sure Yao Xixi died a miserable death.

Her cold, ice-like gaze froze upon Jun Tianxiang's face.

This handsome man with a cold expression—his heartlessness and cruelty had practically driven Ruoshui toward death.

He owed Ruoshui a life, and sooner or later, she would collect the debt.

However, now was not the time.

A gentleman's revenge is never too late, even after ten years.

Her body was currently weak and her limbs lacked strength; she truly had neither the energy nor the power to fight him.

She needed to plan carefully how to settle this blood debt with him.

Liu Ruoshui slowly withdrew her gaze, turned around, and walked into the crowd.

The surrounding commoners instinctively made way for her. Every gaze directed at her was filled with admiration and praise. She was no longer that pathetic, pitiable girl who had previously knelt at Prince Gong's feet, knowing nothing but how to weep and beg.

Walking slowly through the crowd, Liu Ruoshui appeared proud and aloof, elegant and extraordinary, her entire being radiating a dazzling brilliance.

Jun Tianxiang's gaze actually failed to leave her silhouette. As he watched Liu Ruoshui's figure gradually disappear into the crowd, he suddenly felt a sense of loss.

How ridiculous! She was clearly someone he no longer wanted, yet he felt a secret flash of resentment at the lingering reluctance rising in his heart.

Jun Tianxiang pulled himself together, wrapped his arm around Yao Xixi's slender waist, and pinched her cheek.

"My beauty, let us return to the manor to continue drinking and admiring the flowers."

"Alright, Prince. That eyesore of an ugly woman has finally rolled away; she won't come to disturb us again." Yao Xixi leaned in with a flirtatious laugh.

Jun Tianxiang gave a casual "Mhm."

"Prince, don't you think that ugly woman is ridiculous? She actually said two girls were fighting over a pig. Hehe, how can anyone be so stupid? Truly both ugly and foolish! Prince, don't you agree?" While throwing coquettish glances at Jun Tianxiang, Yao Xixi did not forget to disparage Liu Ruoshui.

Jun Tianxiang's footsteps suddenly halted. His brows furrowed, and he glared at Yao Xixi without a word.

Frightened, Yao Xixi took two steps back. After a long moment, she asked in a small voice, "Prince, what's wrong?"

"Idiot...!" Two words burst coldly from between Jun Tianxiang's teeth. He cast a disdainful glance at Yao Xixi and gave his sleeve a forceful flick. "Get out!"

Caught off guard while clutching his sleeve, Yao Xixi was violently flung, tumbling and landing hard on her buttocks. Without even a glance, Jun Tianxiang strode away mercilessly.

Yao Xixi scrambled up in a disheveled state, rubbing her aching backside, feeling angry, anxious, and aggrieved. She couldn't understand what was wrong with Prince Gong; why had he suddenly lost his temper with her for no reason?

Just a moment ago while drinking in the manor, he had been praising her gentleness and beauty, even calling her his "little enchantress" with indulgence. How could he suddenly turn on her and call her an "idiot"? And tell her to get out?

That's right, it must be Liu Ruoshui! The moment she mentioned that wench Liu Ruoshui, the Prince flew into a rage!

Liu Ruoshui, you wench! Just because your engagement was broken, you come to Prince Gong's manor to seek death and cause trouble, ruining this lady's good affairs! Otherwise, believing in her own charm, she would have already had Jun Tianxiang fall at her feet. Once the deed was done, she would be the legitimate, high-and-mighty Princess Consort of Prince Gong.

If this grudge wasn't avenged, how could she swallow this insult?

Thinking of her aunt, who was the current Empress, a flash of ruthlessness crossed Yao Xixi's eyes.

Liu Ruoshui, just you wait. This lady will enter the palace immediately and have my aunt arrange a marriage for you, ensuring that you, you ugly freak, can never rise again!