nycdaug Chapter 296 Huge Challenge
Chapter 296 Huge Challenge
Miss Hua, whose name was Yue'er, lowered her head with slightly red cheeks, and she was obviously aware of her own gaffe.
She mustered up her courage, walked up to Shen Xing, bowed deeply, and spoke with a hint of shyness and sincerity:
"Master Shen, I was reckless that day. Please be magnanimous and don't hold it against me. I later read your poems carefully and realized how wrong I was. Your talent is beyond my reach."
Seeing this, Shen Xing quickly stepped forward, helped Yue'er up, and said with a gentle smile:
"Miss Hua, you are too kind. What happened that day was just a misunderstanding. I have forgotten it long ago. It is rare for you to be so honest with me."
Yue'er looked up, her eyes sparkling with gratitude and admiration, and she continued:
"Mr. Shen, I know you are not an ordinary person and you will definitely achieve great things. My father also praises you highly and is willing to help you. I... I think you are very valuable. If you don't mind, I would like to ask you for advice..." When she said this, Yue'er's cheeks turned even redder and she seemed to find it difficult to speak.
Upon seeing this, Shen Xing bowed and thanked him, saying frankly that he was not worthy of the honor.
Upon seeing this, Prime Minister Hua coughed lightly and interrupted his daughter's words. He knew his daughter's feelings very well, but he also understood that Shen Xing was not an easy person and could not be easily confined in the Hua Mansion.
So, he took over the conversation and said to Shen Xing:
"Master Shen, although Yue'er is young and ignorant, her feelings are sincere. However, I also know that you have great ambitions and do not want to be burdened by the secular world. Today's invitation is purely out of kindness, and there is no other intention. If you are willing, you can stay in the mansion for a few days to enjoy the spring flowers and autumn moon together, how about it?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Xing was grateful for Prime Minister Hua's kindness, but he also understood where his own path lay.
He declined again:
"Shen Xing is grateful for the kindness and support from the Prime Minister and Miss Hua. However, I have important matters to attend to and cannot stay for long. As for Miss Yue'er's kindness, Shen Xing appreciates it. I believe that with your talent and appearance, you will definitely find a good match. There is no need for Shen Xing to say more."
When these words were spoken, Prime Minister Hua and Yue'er were both stunned, and then they smiled at each other.
They understood that Shen Xing was determined and not someone who could be easily conquered, so they stopped forcing him.
Prime Minister Hua patted Shen Xing on the shoulder and said with a smile:
"Good! Mr. Shen is indeed a man of love and righteousness. I was not wrong about you. If you need anything in the future, just ask. Huafu will definitely help you with all its strength."
Shen Xing bowed and said gratefully, "Thank you, Prime Minister. Shen Xing will definitely keep it in mind and live up to your expectations."
Thus, this unexpected meeting ended successfully in warmth and understanding.
Shen Xing's figure gradually faded away in the night of Hua Mansion.
Just as Shen Xing was walking slowly back to the inn in the night with his dreams for the future, several dark shadows suddenly jumped out from a dark alley and surrounded him in an instant like hungry wolves in the night.
The thieves had ferocious faces, with greed and ferocity flashing in their eyes. It was obvious that they had bad intentions towards Shen Xing's property or something else.
"This road is blocked. If you know what's good for you, leave some money to buy your way through!" The leading thief threatened viciously, waving the long knife in his hand.
Although Shen Xing was shocked, he remained calm. He knew that a head-on confrontation was not the best strategy at this moment. However, the thieves obviously did not give him any chance to explain. They rushed forward and beat him up.
Shen Xing tried his best to resist, but he was outnumbered and soon fell into a disadvantage. During the fierce confrontation, his right arm felt severe pain, as if it was about to be dislocated.
At this critical moment, a clear sword chant pierced the night sky, and a woman, like the brightest star in the night sky, flew out from the darkness. She was light and graceful, and the sword shadows were like weaving. In a blink of an eye, she repelled the aggressive thieves one by one.
The exquisiteness of the sword skills and the sharpness of the attacks were breathtaking.
Shen Xing was lying on the ground, looking at the heroic female warrior in front of him, his heart filled with gratitude and shock. He noticed that the female warrior's face was surprisingly similar to that of an old acquaintance of his - Shen Li.
However, when Shen Xing tried to ask, the female knight just smiled faintly, with a somewhat mysterious and carefree tone: "I saw injustice on the road and drew my sword to help. No need to thank me. I am a wandering man, and my name is just a code name. Don't worry about it."
After saying that, the female warrior turned around and left, as if she had never appeared. Seeing this, Shen Xing hurriedly struggled to get up and shouted, "Wait a minute, young lady! May I ask your name? Shen Xing will remember your kindness today and will repay you in the future!"
Hearing this, the female warrior paused slightly, turned her head and looked at Shen Xing, with a hint of tenderness in her eyes. But in the end, she shook her head and said, "If we are destined to meet, we will meet naturally, there is no need to force it." Then she disappeared into the night like the wind.
Shen Xing looked at the direction where the female knight left, feeling mixed emotions. He had never expected that he would meet such a chivalrous and brave woman on this journey full of dangers and unknowns. Although she did not want to reveal her name, her kindness and warmth had been deeply imprinted in Shen Xing's heart.
After returning to the inn, Shen Xing treated his injuries while secretly vowing in his heart: he must work harder, not only to complete his mission, but also to find an opportunity to express his gratitude to the mysterious female knight again.
Because of the accidental injury that day, Shen Xing was forced to temporarily bid farewell to the hustle and bustle of the past and began a quiet life without leaving home. The room in the inn became his temporary safe haven. The hustle and bustle outside the window seemed to be isolated outside the door, leaving only the slow flow of time and his inner peace and thinking.
During this period, Shen Xing unexpectedly received gifts of consolation from various major families. These gifts were like the warm sun in winter, warming his heart.
Medicines, supplements, and even some precious herbs were delivered to him one by one, making him feel the warmth of the world and the care of society. He knew that these were not only material help, but also recognition and respect for his talent and character.
However, the pain in his body forced him to face the challenges of reality, especially the injury to his right arm, which almost made him lose his former flexibility and strength.
Whenever he tried to pick up the brush and continue writing his poems or articles, the feeling of powerlessness would surge over him like a tide, making him feel frustrated.
But Shen Xing did not give up.
He knows very well that true talent and tenacity are often revealed in adversity.
So he began to try an unprecedented method - writing with a pen in his mouth. This was undoubtedly a huge challenge for him and required great patience and perseverance.
At first, his handwriting was crooked and difficult to recognize, but he did not get discouraged. Instead, he practiced day after day, constantly adjusting his posture and strength.
As time went by, Shen Xing's handwriting gradually became neater. Although it could not be compared with the fluency of the past, it could still be put together into a piece of writing.