The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife Chapter 1744: Rain

At that moment, the sky gradually darkened. Ash-grey clouds gathered over Linxiang City, and everyone felt a chill in the air. Gusts of cool wind made people involuntarily shiver. Noon is usually the hottest time of the day, so many townsfolk wore single-layer clothing. This sudden drop in temperature made everyone curious.

"Looks like it’s going to rain."

"Yeah, it really is a bit cold."

"Better go back and put on some clothes."

The townsfolk discussed among themselves. Some began to leave the execution ground, but Ye Shikai dared not relax at all. It wasn’t long before he felt a chill on his neck, and his face got wet...

It’s raining.

The raindrops fell from the sky. Now that it’s October, an autumn rain often brings the chill...

"Look, it’s raining."

"It hasn’t rained recently, yet it starts at noon. Could it be heaven’s will?"

"Indeed. It’s said that Lady Ye is kind and approachable, yet she’s met such a fate. Even the heavens can’t bear it."

"Truly unjust."

"Alas."

"Alright, stop talking. If the imperial guards hear us, we’ll surely get arrested."

Ye Shikai hid behind the townsfolk, able to hear every word clearly. Rain just before an execution is traditionally considered a sign of injustice. Perhaps it really is "heaven’s eyes" watching.

The rain got heavier, but the townsfolk didn’t disperse. Instead, they stood on both sides with umbrellas, watching the carriage head straight to the center of the execution ground. Due to the large crowd, people squeezed forward as the imperial guards held them back with shields and spears.

At the execution platform, the imperial guards "respectfully" invited the "peerless beauty" out of the carriage. She wasn’t wearing prison clothes but was dressed in pure white, accentuating her elegance and cold beauty. A graceful maiden was about to meet a tragic end—all felt it was pitiful...

At this moment, Mi Wen slowly approached the execution platform under the escort of the imperial guards. As the lord, she naturally sat atop, with her attendant holding up an oil-paper umbrella.

The rain drenched He Linghan’s long hair, making her look like a white lotus in a storm...

"Old Ye, stay calm," Shangguan Jian advised.

"Shangguan, there’s a tavern half a mile east of the execution ground. I’ve got a dozen horses there that I bought back then and left with the shopkeeper. If I fail today, quickly take our brothers and ride away, never to return to Linxiang." Ye Shikai took a token from his pocket and handed it to Shangguan Jian. "Use this token to get the horses."

"Old Ye, what do you mean..."

"Shangguan, I appreciate you and the brothers’ goodwill, but this time it’s a life-or-death struggle. If I fail, I’ll die with Ling’er. The remaining brothers shouldn’t unnecessarily sacrifice themselves. You must lead the retreat, getting out as many as possible, then head straight to Ba Shu."

"Your loyalty is remembered in my heart, but there’s no need for further words—follow the orders."

"Alright, Old Ye, I will."

He Linghan was brought onto the execution platform by several imperial guards, with the executioner ready beside her.

"Such a beauty to be beheaded, it’s truly tragic."

"Yes, even for an execution, a single white silk could settle it." Down below, the townsfolk expressed silent reluctance. In their hearts, perhaps they were awaiting Ye Shikai to appear, heroically saving the maiden and fiercely protecting his wife. But there were so many imperial guards that not even a bird could get in. Though Ye Shikai wasn’t dead, he had no military power—how could he rescue anyone?

At this moment, Mi Wen stepped down from her seat, walking straight to He Linghan’s side.

"Are you still waiting for him?" Mi Wen said indifferently.

"Yes."

"Are you sure he’ll come?" The two women looked at the tens of thousands of townsfolk before them, a dark mass of people, with no one knowing if Ye Shikai was among them.

"Of course, until the blade touches my neck, I believe."

"Alright, let’s see." Mi Wen turned away, gesturing to the executioner to begin.

"My lord, once the blood splatters, it is best if you return to the back."

"No need, I’ll stay with her."

"Well... Understood."

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"The time has come to execute."

The execution officer threw the token to the ground. The executioner slowly stepped forward, raising the large knife in his hand as timid women and elderly retreated, covering their eyes.

"Execute!"

Bang.

Suddenly, a gunshot was heard from afar. The executioner slowly fell, a finger-sized bloody hole appearing on his forehead. Simultaneously, in a distant building, Xue San quickly put away the sniper rifle in his hand.

"Assassination!"

"What happened?"

The townsfolk were thrown into chaos. The executioner was undeniably dead, but they were ancient people who had never seen a bullet, only witnessing the executioner’s death.

"Looks like he’s here after all," Mi Wen murmured.

"Release the smoke bombs." Suddenly, more than twenty people rushed from the crowd, throwing pre-prepared smoke bombs into the air. Ye Shikai looked down at the Storage Ring on his hand. These modern weapons were certainly provided by him. Although Mi Wen had taken the Storage Ring, Ye Shikai and Xue San, when fleeing from the government, hadn’t fled directly but instead infiltrated Mi Wen’s bedchamber. Without the Storage Ring, many plans couldn’t be executed. Mi Wen, in a fit of anger, hadn’t expected that Ye Shikai didn’t leave but went to her chamber.

Sure enough, within her dressing box, Ye Shikai found his Storage Ring. Mi Wen hadn’t destroyed it, which surprised him. If Mi Wen had been more cautious, she would have destroyed it or thrown it into the river, making it permanently lost to him. However, finding the Storage Ring was certainly a good omen.

With the smoke bombs released, the soldiers and townsfolk were thrown into complete chaos. The pungent smell made everyone cough incessantly. They had never seen modern weapons. With tens of thousands of townsfolk running erratically, it was impossible to see clearly in the smoke. The imperial guards were momentarily at a loss, not knowing what to do.

"Protect the lord."

The personal guard rushed forward to protect Mi Wen.

Ye Shikai exerted his Inner Strength, drawing out the You Xi Sword, quickly leaping onto the rooftop, heading toward the execution platform.

"Attack!" The guards hurried forward, but Ye Shikai swung the You Xi Sword, unleashing powerful Sword Qi that shattered the internal organs of his foes. They were no match for Ye Shikai, unable to resist the You Xi Sword’s edge.

"I never thought you’d come," Mi Wen expressed surprise, though her demeanor remained calm. If he hadn’t come, He Linghan would’ve been executed. So naturally, he was bound to arrive. Mi Wen was only deceiving herself...