455 Results in the "Celestial Touch" category
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A frantic Magistrate Yuan clutched Wei Hai tightly, fearing that if he let go, the man would bolt straight back and exaggerate the story to Prefect Wen Songmo! If that happened, his career prospects would likely dwindle rapidly... But why was he so certain that Wei Hai truly had a letter from the Prefect? That was simple—because of what had just happened. Gu Ning’an had intervened, making the punishment token that was about to land "blow" back into the token cylinder! Who was Mr. Gu? A "celestial…-
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Chapter 200: “Return to Jail”
A light spring drizzle, carried by a gentle breeze, fell softly over the land. At dawn, the first light of day tinged Lexiang County with a faint blue hue, and the air was filled with the fresh scent of grass. Butcher Liu, still unsatisfied after last night’s late-night discussions, woke up early and gathered a few old friends for breakfast—eager to continue their conversation about the old emperor of Great Wu. Creak— As he pushed open his door, Butcher Liu instinctively glanced toward Ansi…-
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"I am Ma Mingcai, son of Ma Hongyuan, paying my respects to Mr. Gu!"The young man’s expression grew increasingly emotional as he introduced himself, nearly dropping to his knees in the process.Ma Hongyuan?Wasn’t that the old tailor’s name?Gu Ning’an quickly reached out to steady the son of his old acquaintance, smiling gently. "No need to be so emotional. Sit down, and let’s talk."“Yes, yes!” Ma Mingcai nodded repeatedly before sitting down next to Gu Ning’an. He lowered his voice and said,…
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Chapter 2: Little Sanhua
The young woman who had spoken appeared to be in her early twenties. She wore plain clothing, her almond-shaped eyes gently upturned, exuding a peach blossom charm. Her jet-black hair was styled into an elegant bun, adorned with a vibrant green tea twig that shimmered faintly, as if imbued with spiritual essence. Gu Ning’an studied her briefly, his gaze ultimately resting on the tea twig in her hair. Time flies, he thought. The Little Sanhua of those years had grown into a graceful young lady. Feeling a…-
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Chapter 199: “Dragon Slayer”
The five princes were both surprised and unsurprised by their fallen brother’s fate. After all, the eldest prince’s death had already served as a clear warning. If any of them hesitated now, they would likely be the next ones to be hacked to death by the imperial guards. The old emperor, still kneeling on the ground in a servile manner, lifted his gaze and said, “Hero Jiang, just pick one. Whoever you want dead, just say the word.” Jiang Wanzhou remained expressionless and replied, “Since…-
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Inside the prison carriage, the old emperor sat disheveled and wretched. His hair hung in a tangled mess, and his entire body was filthy—rotten egg liquid dripped from his robes, and wilted vegetable leaves either clung to his hair strands or rested on his shoulders. The once frail but dignified old ruler had been completely broken by this public humiliation. The majestic aura of an emperor was now utterly gone! At this moment, he was nothing more than a condemned prisoner being dragged to his…
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During the New Year festivities, the marketplace would be nearly deserted by noon, with only a few stalls still open. As a result, the vast empty space left behind became the perfect stage for the news teller. At this moment, a tall, thin middle-aged man in a short jacket and hemp robe was moving around the seated villagers, collecting payment with a copper basin in hand. The price wasn’t high—five copper coins per person. The crisp sound of copper coins clinking rang out from time to time. Once he…
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After Yu Fu and his mother finished their whispered conversation and returned to their seats, it wasn’t long before Jiao Qingqing approached. In her hands was a freshly written divorce letter, the ink still not yet dry, along with a brush dipped in ink. Handing the paper and brush to Yu Fu, she offered a faint smile, the dimples at the corners of her lips gently deepening. "Husband, sign it." "Qingqing…" Yu Fu hesitated, unwilling to put his brush on the paper. His mother, on the other hand, was…
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The crackling of firecrackers filled the air, bringing a festive atmosphere to the entirety of Lexiang County. To properly celebrate "Little Grape’s" one-month banquet, Zheng De had spared no expense. Over thirty banquet tables were set up, and he made an open announcement: while friends and family entering the main hall were expected to bring monetary gifts, the outdoor feast was free for all the villagers—no gift required, just come and enjoy. Because of this, the gift collection table was set up…
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As the sky darkened, the fiery red sun painted a brilliant tail across the horizon. In the countryside, dinner was eaten early. By this time, Gu Ning'an had already finished his meal and was preparing to leave. However, Madam Yu and her son had left even earlier. After completely laying her cards on the table, Madam Yu had wasted no time in heading out to find a matchmaker. Whether by coincidence or fate, the matchmaker quickly suggested a suitable young woman. Eager to hold a grandchild as soon as…
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