There are too many female protagonists with deceased husbands in the Qin Dynasty's Past Books.

On what should be a joyous occasion, such an event inevitably feels unlucky.

Huo Yu Gong did not keep Jiang Mo and the others waiting for too long. He received the previous group of guests as quickly as possible and instructed the servants to take the distinguished guests to their rooms to rest.

Before the person even arrived, a clear, resounding metallic clanging could be heard.

That was the unavoidable noise of steel armor moving around.

Jiang Mo looked up alertly in the direction of the sound, only to see the elite soldiers he had seen not long ago, clad in gleaming silver armor and wearing animal-patterned masks...

In the real world, Jiang Mo had just met them not long ago.

South Korea's elite soldiers.

Chapter 38 has a hint of illicit affair.

"Ok?"

Whether it was sensing the emotional fluctuations in Jiang Mo's eyes or noticing the extraordinary aura of the four people waiting in front of the hall, the Korean general who was exchanging pleasantries with Huo Yugong suddenly exclaimed in surprise and looked in the direction of Jiang Mo with some astonishment.

A quick glance at it made me feel slightly dazed.

Look at these three people. One of them exudes an enviable youthful vitality, with a gentle and tender face and bright and clear eyes. Although she is still in her teens, one can already see the stunning beauty that will make her a femme fatale in the future.

The boy beside him had delicate and handsome features that were also wild, and his calm demeanor, which was beyond his years, made him seem exceptionally reliable.

The woman in the blood-red dress was slightly less beautiful, but she was mature and voluptuous.

The alluring charm that she inadvertently revealed with every glance caused several soldiers around her to secretly swallow their saliva. Compared to Yan Lingji's otherworldly and ethereal beauty, Wei might seem a bit too gaudy.

But this also makes people feel that they can approach and play with it, rather than that it is something that is unattainable.

There's one more person...

Hmm? So there were four people? Oh well, that's not important.

A slight sense of surprise crossed the Korean general's mind, but he didn't dwell on it. He ignored the barely noticeable black-robed figure and turned to Huo Yugong with a smile, asking:

"These distinguished guests have an extraordinary demeanor; they must be highly accomplished individuals."

"I have always enjoyed making many friends, and I am really eager to do so. Would you be so kind as to introduce me to you, Lord Huoyu? If I have offended you in any way, please forgive me."

"You flatter me, Right Sima. As the host, it is my duty to make the introductions..."

Huo Yu Gong was a kind-hearted, plump man with a gentle face, who seemed easy to talk to. He did not refuse the abrupt request made by the person who was about to leave the main hall.

However, when he looked at Yan Lingji and the others, he couldn't help but show a troubled expression on his face.

I don't know any of these younger people!

Upon hearing the words "Right Sima," Jiang Mo no longer bothered with Wei and focused his attention on Huo Yugong and the others, keenly grasping their troubled emotions.

So he silently gave Yan Lingji beside him a look.

Yan Lingji understood immediately, took the exquisite wooden box from Jiang Mo's hand, and personally presented it to Huo Yugong, opening it for him:

"Junior Yan, on behalf of the shaman of Youlin Village, presents a piece of Luoxia Zizhi."

As the carefully escorted wooden box was opened, a pale purple Ganoderma lucidum with cloud-like patterns on its surface appeared before everyone's eyes. Its faint, delicate fragrance alone was enough to invigorate anyone who smelled it.

Even someone unfamiliar with pharmacology can tell that this is an extremely precious medicine.

Beside Right Sima Li Kai, a burly deputy general with a face full of scars couldn't help but unconsciously reveal a greedy look in his eyes upon seeing this.

However, a cold gaze swept over, preventing him from making any rash moves.

Jiang Mo coldly observed the man who resembled Liu Yi. Although he remained standing still with slight movements, the "Breaking Cocoon and Transforming Feathers" Gu in his dantian was already stirring restlessly. If anyone dared to harbor any ill intentions, he would show no mercy.

This is Yan Lingji's first time leaving the village, so she should only leave with beautiful memories.

He saw this young girl quietly get up in the middle of the night and practice this over and over again by herself, determined not to let anyone affect her performance.

May Huo Yu Gong enjoy boundless happiness and longevity...

Yan Lingji was indeed a little nervous; sweat could be clearly seen seeping from her smooth, fair forehead. However, after reciting it many times, she finally recited the birthday greetings she had learned from Jiang Mo fluently.

Huo Yugong was so pleased that he kept praising Huo Yugong, and couldn't stop smiling for a moment.

"Ahem, I am Wei, representing my father, and have come to offer my birthday wishes to Lord Huoyu with a pair of jade discs. May Lord Huoyu enjoy good health..."

Seeing that Yan Lingji's operation was a great success, Wei was not to be outdone.

Huoyu Gong's two daughters were also famous for their beauty in Baiyue, so when the village chief was choosing birthday gifts, he specially selected a pair of jade discs carved with phoenixes.

In terms of both intention and value, it is no less than the preparations for a shamanic ritual.

Unfortunately, its cultural heritage was completely outclassed.

Wei wanted to say something nice, but the phrase "May your happiness be as vast as the Eastern Sea and your longevity as enduring as the Southern Mountain," which sounds incredibly ordinary in later generations, was an insurmountable obstacle for the Baiyue barbarians in this era.

Even Li Kai, the Right Sima standing beside him, couldn't help but show surprise upon hearing this.

Subconsciously, she glanced at Yan Lingji, who had uttered the blessing, a few more times, which even drew a lingering gaze from a distant figure.

After a moment's thought, Wei decided it was best not to flaunt her limited knowledge.

To avoid accidentally losing face.

Therefore, Huo Yu Gong's reaction to her was rather indifferent. After all, this well-known wealthy man had no shortage of birthday gifts brought by guests, but rather cared more about the sentiments shown by the guests.

However, since they came together, it wouldn't be right to completely ignore Wei.

So Huoyu Gong invited everyone into the main hall to sit down, and warmly greeted and entertained them. He even had his daughter do the serving of tea and water instead of serving ordinary servants.

Hu Yu'er, later known as Madam Hu.

Jiang Mo had actually noticed her presence earlier, after all, she was a very memorable beauty in the original work.

Although her limited screen time wasn't particularly stunning due to the makeup, she was still wearing makeup.

However, as Hu Meiren's older sister and Nongyu's biological mother, it is clear from a genetic perspective that her appearance was far beyond that of ordinary women.

However, what made Jiang Mo recognize her was not her appearance.

It's not a matter of gaze.

The gaze that had just been cast upon Li Kai.

Perhaps to others it was just a casual glance, but Jiang Mo, familiar with the plot of the original work, immediately sensed a hint of illicit affair in that somewhat deliberate gaze.

As Hu Yuer poured tea for himself, Jiang Mo couldn't help but smile slightly.

Perhaps because she had something to hide, even though she was facing Jiang Mo, a boy much younger than herself, and even though he hadn't said anything, Hu Yu'er still couldn't help but feel flustered.

Not daring to meet Jiang Mo's gaze, Hu Yu'er lowered her head and hurriedly left.

This shy reaction made Jiang Mo's expression even more playful, and then a series of excruciating pains came from the top of his foot.

The heel, encased in a deerskin boot, was grinding hard against his foot.

Struggling to keep a straight expression on his face, Jiang Mo turned his head and saw Yan Lingji staring straight at him, her pink lips slightly parted, uttering a silent question:

This lady is really beautiful, isn't she?

Face the threat of death or lie through your teeth, that is the question. Fortunately, before Jiang Mo was forced to make a choice, an uninvited guest came to his rescue.

A servant hurried over and whispered something to Huo Yu Gong.

Huo Yugong, who had been all smiles, suddenly looked quite serious. He stood up abruptly, as if he wanted to rush out the door.

But seeing Jiang Mo and the others who had just sat down, they couldn't help but show a troubled expression on their faces.

Chapter 39 Crimson-Eyebrowed Dragon and Serpent Heavenly Marsh

Ok?

Could it be that some important person has arrived again?

Jiang Mo immediately sensed that something was amiss. Logically speaking, as the representative of South Korea, Right Sima Li Kai was already of a very high status, yet Huo Yu Gong Fang had not shown any disrespect because of his presence.

Without much delay, after a brief introduction, he politely instructed his servants to lead the Koreans to their guest rooms to rest.

Why do you look so troubled now?

Could there be other distinguished guests who came to offer their birthday wishes, whose status was even more esteemed than that of Li Kai, the Right Sima of the State of Han?

This time, however, Jiang Mo did not help to get out of the predicament.

Firstly, he had no idea what was going on and had no idea how to deal with it; secondly, Yan Lingji's heel was still grinding against his foot, and Jiang Mo felt that if he stepped in to help again, he would probably be misunderstood as having ulterior motives.

For example, they might want to make a good impression on their future father-in-law in order to clear up obstacles to marrying a rich and beautiful woman.

Jiang Mo remained unmoved, but some people still stepped forward to share Huo Yugong's burdens.

"Father, is there something troubling you again? If there is anything I can do to help, please don't hide it from me."

After hastily finishing serving tea, Hu Yu'er walked up to Huo Yugong and lowered her voice.

Hu Yu'er was already a well-mannered and dignified young lady from a respectable family. Not only was she gentle in nature, but she was also virtuous and considerate, which made Huo Yu Gong very gratified.

"Yu'er, you're so sensible. If only Mei'er had half of your qualities..."

“Father, my sister is still young and inevitably a bit playful and active. In a few years, she will grow up to be a dignified and virtuous young lady from a respectable family.”

Hu Yu'er gently interrupted Huo Yugong's sighs, habitually speaking up for her younger sister.

Huo Yugong shook his head with a wry smile, muttering under his breath with a hint of unease, "That girl left a note and then disappeared without a trace, I don't know when..."

"Alright, let's not talk about this for now."

Looking up at Jiang Mo and the others still seated in the hall, Huo Yu Gong lowered his voice further and whispered instructions into his daughter's ear:

"You'll be in charge of entertaining these guests for me later, so don't neglect them..."

After quickly giving instructions to Hu Yu'er, Huo Yugong immediately looked up at Yan Lingji and said loudly with a beaming smile:

"You and your nieces Yan have traveled a long way to celebrate my birthday. It must have been hard for you."

"I have already instructed the servants to prepare guest rooms for you all. I will have Yu'er take you there to rest later. We will then host a banquet tonight to welcome you back. Is that alright?"

Clearly, Lord Huoyu has made Yanlingji his person in charge.

"Thank you for your kindness, Master Huoyu. I imagine there are many things to attend to at the manor recently, so we will not disturb you any longer. We also hope that you will take good care of yourself and get some rest."

Yan Lingji had no objection to having to leave after sitting for only a short time.