The City’s Strongest Son-in-law Chapter 1200 - 1199: Melts in Your Mouth

"Yue Qingshan still harbors feelings for you. Wouldn’t you be interested in such a beautiful woman?" Shen Hanxue inquired. Su Changfeng awkwardly rubbed his nose. He indeed held a deep impression of Yue Qingshan and had felt swayed multiple times, yet he never once entertained the notion of pursuing a romantic relationship with her. He always clearly distinguished between mere softness of heart and true love. "No matter who it might be, in my heart, none can compare to you," Su Changfeng declared. Shen Hanxue gently nestled into Su Changfeng’s embrace, enveloped by his familiar scent, a profound sense of safety washing over her. She mused how wonderful it would be to spend an entire lifetime in such a manner. "But, can you truly bear to hurt a beautiful woman?" Shen Hanxue persisted. The sheer beauty and visual allure of Yue Qingshan were qualities Su Changfeng had never before encountered, yet even so, he knew he could maintain his composure. In this world, irrespective of gender, individuals are generally drawn to beauty, both in things and in people. Su Changfeng was no exception. However, the paramount considerations were self-control and the genuine willingness to protect someone with unwavering loyalty. With Shen Hanxue by his side, Su Changfeng would never contemplate actions that could betray her. "Do you recall what I asked you before? You are free to go to those places where polygamy is permitted. I, I can no longer be solely with you. You cannot remain alone. As long as you don’t abandon me to face solitude, I require nothing else," Shen Hanxue stated. Su Changfeng couldn’t resist gently pinching Shen Hanxue’s cheek, replying, "Have you forgotten my words? I promised that a cure exists for you, and believe me, a cure absolutely will be found!" Shen Hanxue perceived his words as mere intentional reassurance. After all, even the renowned Shangguan Sichen had sought out esteemed physicians without finding any success. Su Changfeng, not being a medical practitioner, how could he possibly possess a remedy? "I understand you are trying to comfort me, but I know my own body best," Shen Hanxue replied. Su Changfeng remained silent, carefully extracting the bead from within his body. He was uncertain whether this object could truly cure Shen Hanxue or if it might entail unforeseen side effects, but at that moment, no superior alternative presented itself. He harbored a persistent feeling of an underlying connection between Shen Hanxue and Yang Ling. "What is this? It’s so beautiful!" Shen Hanxue’s eyes widened with delight upon seeing the bead in Su Changfeng’s hand. It is a universal truth that women are perpetually drawn to beautiful things, and Shen Hanxue was certainly no different. Su Changfeng found himself at a loss for words on how to explain the nature of this item to Shen Hanxue. Even if he were to tell her the truth, it was highly probable she would not believe him. Therefore, he offered a vague explanation: "I obtained this Divine Medicine from Tuo Shi. They say it has the power to cure all ailments." Divine Medicine from Tuo Shi? A faint spark of hope ignited within Shen Hanxue’s heart. She was well aware of the significance of Tuo Shi. If this item indeed originated from Tuo Shi, there was a real possibility it could cure her. "This must be incredibly precious, shouldn’t it?" Shen Hanxue hesitated, her voice tinged with uncertainty. "Compared to you, it is utterly worthless," Su Changfeng responded with a warm smile, gently patting her head. "Forget it, it must be very precious. Since Elder Wu bestowed it upon you, he surely intended for you to use it during a critical moment. How could I possibly use it?" Shen Hanxue quickly waved her hand, refusing the offer. "Foolish girl, you are the most important thing to me. These material possessions hold no significance," Su Changfeng stated earnestly. Shen Hanxue’s gaze softened, and her eyes immediately welled up with tears. Su Changfeng urged, "Quickly open your mouth, or I shall take Niannian and depart. Then you shall never see our daughter again." Hearing this threat, Shen Hanxue meekly opened her mouth. Su Changfeng positioned the bead at the corner of Shen Hanxue’s lips, and it miraculously dissolved into a fine mist, smoothly entering her throat. Witnessing this transformation, Su Changfeng grew increasingly convinced of an intrinsic link between Yang Ling and Shen Hanxue. "Hurry and feed me!" Shen Hanxue, unable to sense Su Changfeng’s actions, couldn't help but voice her impatience. "I have already administered it," Su Changfeng replied with a smile. Shen Hanxue looked at Su Changfeng, her eyes filled with surprise, and exclaimed, "What? I don’t feel anything at all!" "I told you it was the Divine Medicine. It dissolves upon contact with the mouth, so naturally, you wouldn't feel its presence." At that precise moment, Shen Hanxue suddenly felt an overwhelming sense of lightness and dizziness, murmuring faintly, "Changfeng, I, I feel a little, a little..." Before she could articulate her sensations further, Shen Hanxue lost consciousness and fainted. Observing Shen Hanxue succumb to unconsciousness, Su Changfeng’s heart began to race uncontrollably. After all, he was powerless to dictate the course of events, nor did he possess knowledge of the bead’s ultimate effect on Shen Hanxue. The pervasive uncertainty injected a profound, indescribable fear into Su Changfeng—a fear he hadn’t even experienced within the perilous depths of the Infinite Cave. This was simply because, from a very long time ago, he had already deemed Shen Hanxue’s life to be far more valuable than his own. If the opportunity arose, he was willing to endure any hardship, even to sacrifice his very existence without a shred of regret.

"Yang Ling, if there is truly a connection between you two, I implore you to protect her. Only then will I understand your true intentions," Su Changfeng stated.

Just then, Zhu Lie's somewhat anxious voice called out from outside. Upon learning of Su Changfeng's return, he had hurried over. After all, his life had taken a different turn because of Su Changfeng, and his current status was entirely attributed to him.

When Su Changfeng departed Jiang City back then, he had entrusted the city's affairs to Zhu Lie. However, Zhu Lie had fallen short of his expectations by failing to protect Shen Hanxue. In Zhu Lie's own estimation, this failure was a direct consequence of his incompetence.

Thus, as Su Changfeng emerged from the residence, Zhu Lie immediately dropped to his knees before him.

"Changfeng, it is entirely my fault that Shen Hanxue has met such a fate," Zhu Lie confessed, his voice heavy with guilt.

"Zhu Lie, what is the meaning of this? Get up quickly," Su Changfeng urged, swiftly moving to help Zhu Lie to his feet. He held no blame for Zhu Lie, as such matters were truly beyond his control.

"Changfeng, please allow me to kneel. It brings me a measure of solace," Zhu Lie pleaded.

Despite Shangguan Sichen enlisting numerous esteemed physicians, none could provide a cure for Shen Hanxue. Zhu Lie remained deeply remorseful, feeling he had betrayed Su Changfeng's trust.

Su Changfeng offered a helpless smile. This associate perpetually bore the weight of all responsibilities, as if he couldn't find peace unless he shouldered some burden.

"Zhu Lie, I instructed you to rise, so get up at once. Are you suggesting you will disregard my words?" With one hand firmly grasping Zhu Lie's arm, Su Changfeng effortlessly hoisted him upright.

Zhu Lie felt his body suddenly elevated, a hint of embarrassment coloring his features. He mused that this man's strength was truly uncanny. Despite being a grown man himself, was he to be lifted so trivially?

"Changfeng, are you not showing me any respect?" Zhu Lie retorted playfully, a slight twitch at the corner of his lips.