My Demon Husband Is a Snake Chapter 1165: Oh My Older Sister

"You're incredibly fortunate to have a husband who cherishes you, unlike me, who ended up with a trifling scoundrel that anyone could have." The woman possessed a vibrant spirit, quite unlike an ancient relic secluded in the deep mountains for eons, suddenly becoming sentimental and letting out a sigh.

She suddenly offered a subtle smile, her youthful features taking on a rather mischievous air, "Aren't you going to ask about the urgent matter? Did you come looking for Chen Xiaoli?"

"Yes, yes, yes, I indeed came to seek my dear friend, Xiao Li. Do you happen to know where Madam Zhao has kept her?" I inquired with a warm smile, utterly unconcerned about Xiao Li's well-being.

Based on my keen observation of people, Madam Zhao is undoubtedly a benevolent individual.

Her Vitality and Spirit remained robust, and she emanated a transcendent quality, detached from the common world.

Therefore, I felt no urgency to ascertain Xiao Li's whereabouts.

Madam Zhao gently patted her stomach, stating, "She is within here."

"Ah?" I was utterly bewildered, failing to grasp her meaning.

Wuyue, standing nearby, jested, "She implies that Chen Xiaoli has been consumed by her."

"That's impossible, surely? Madam Zhao, you wouldn't be that sort of person." Alarm suddenly surged through me.

Could it be that my prior assumptions were too hasty, and I had misjudged her character?

Madam Zhao offered a placid smile, selecting an Osmanthus Cake, and delicately placed it into her mouth. "You've only encountered me once; how can you presume to know the kind of person I am? Do you simply assume I am virtuous?"

"Madam... Please, cease this playful torment." My heart tightened with sudden anxiety, and I lowered myself to my knees before Madam Zhao.

I was certain Madam Zhao would never harm Xiao Li; if she did, no matter her power, I would exact vengeance for Xiao Li at any cost.

At this moment, apprehension consumed me, and all I desired was to see her.

Then, Madam Zhao's expression turned blank, and she scratched her head, "You've completely baffled me; why are you prostrating yourself like a fawning insect? I loathe it when people kneel before me."

"'Completely baffled' is a modern expression, just as 'scientifically impossible,' which your Taoist nun sister uttered earlier, is also modern," I stated, gazing at Madam Zhao with unwavering resolve. "You must have spent considerable time with Xiao Li to have picked up these phrases. Please, stop toying with me."

"I didn't anticipate that someone with such an innocent appearance would possess such sharp wit and be so difficult to deceive," Madam Zhao remarked audibly, though her eyes conveyed a clear sense of admiration.

She then unhinged her jaw, opening it wide enough to engulf an ox.

Yet, from her maw, she expelled a person before me. This individual was impeccably neat, clad in ancient robes.

Her hair was styled in an archaic coiffure, and she tumbled onto the ground before rising, exclaiming, "Oh my dearest Elder Sister, why did you employ the Moving Position Technique again? You nearly sent me to my demise~"

"Phew~" My heart, which had been bracing for the potential loss of Xiao Li, finally relaxed, and I instinctively lunged toward her.

Xiao Li, witnessing my unreserved display for the very first time, froze in stunned surprise.

Before long, she let out a soft chuckle, wrapping her arms around my shoulders, "It is your first time leaping at me. Wanwan, how did you find yourself within the painting as well??"

"I came searching for you. It is a profound relief that you are unharmed and have appeared safely here. Had you not, I would never forgive myself." Tears streamed down my face, my voice choked with sobs and even hiccups.

In this lifetime, apart from Yu Longting, no one had ever caused me such immense worry.

Xiao Li fell silent for a moment, then softly uttered three words, "Good sister!"

Hearing this, I couldn't help but break into a tearful smile.

Releasing my embrace around Xiao Li's neck, I burst into laughter, "It's wonderful to have found you. Now that you're safe, why haven't you departed?"

"There is no egress from this painting. How are we to leave? Once one enters, they are trapped within its confines eternally," Madam Zhao stated, her fingers lightly tapping against the stone table as she observed Xiao Li and me. "Regardless, it grows tiresome here. Why don't you both become my disciples? I shall impart all the fascinating Arts I possess to you."