NCCnovel Chapter 346 Identity revealed
Chapter 346 Identity revealed
In the cave, the dim firelight flickered, and Chu Yuting's small body huddled in the corner. Fatigue and hunger mixed together, making him look particularly weak.
His eyes were attracted by the golden rabbit roasted on the fire. The fat slid down the texture of the rabbit meat, sizzling under the licking of the flames, and exuding an aroma that tempted people.
But after just a quick glance, he quickly buried his head in his mother Liu Yuyan's arms, as if it would be a sin to look at her any longer.
Liu Yuyan was filled with guilt and gently stroked Chu Yuting's back, her eyes full of helplessness and self-blame.
Recalling the panic she felt when she left, she was filled with regret. She only thought about taking a few clothes and some money, and did not consider food at all.
At noon, the mother and son had only eaten a dry steamed bun. They had been traveling in fear all afternoon and were now starving.
The aroma of rabbit meat wafted freely in the cave, constantly challenging the willpower of the mother and son.
Suddenly, a loud "gurgle" sound broke the silence in the cave.
Chu Yuting's face flushed instantly, and he was so embarrassed that he wanted to find a hole to crawl into.
Liu Yuyan's whole body stiffened, and she subconsciously raised her eyes and secretly looked at Murong Ling'er who was sitting by the fire. Seeing that she looked calm and not at all unhappy, she secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Liu Yuyan hugged Chu Yuting tightly and turned her head to look at the dark night outside the cave. She was confused. How could the child, who knew what dangers were lurking outside the cave?
What if something unexpected happened to me, leaving my child alone? Thinking of this, Liu Yuyan's heart was in a knot, and her eyes were slightly red.
At this time, the roasted rabbit in Murong Ling'er's hand had been roasted, with crispy skin and fragrant meat.
The wild rabbit caught by the Golden Eagle King was very fat and was more than enough for three people to eat.
Without the slightest hesitation, Murong Ling'er swiftly ripped off two large rabbit legs, carefully wrapped them in clean leaves, and walked towards Liu Yuyan and her child. She handed them to Liu Yuyan, her tone calm but revealing a power that could not be refused: "Here, feed the child."
Liu Yuyan was stunned and looked at Murong Ling'er with disbelief in her eyes.
She opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but the sob in her throat blocked her words, and she could only whisper, "Thank you."
She took the rabbit leg with trembling hands, tore off a small piece of rabbit meat, and gently fed it to Chu Yuting's mouth: "Yuting, eat quickly."
Chu Yuting looked at Murong Ling'er and thanked her timidly before taking a small bite of the rabbit meat. His originally dull eyes instantly lit up.
The three of them sat together, eating wild rabbit and wild fruits, and were extremely satisfied.
During the time it takes to have a meal, the originally unfamiliar relationship has quietly changed.
Chu Yuting ate rabbit meat and secretly glanced at Murong Ling'er from time to time. The fear in his eyes was gradually replaced by curiosity and closeness.
It was late at night, and the firewood in the cave was crackling and burning, sparks flying everywhere.
Liu Yuyan leaned against the wall of the cave, holding the sleeping Chu Yuting. Although she was exhausted, she couldn't fall asleep. Her eyes fell gently on Murong Linger who was sitting cross-legged in meditation beside the fire, her heart full of confusion and gratitude.
The Golden Eagle King curled up on the clean clothes, closed his eyes and rested, paying no attention to the gazes from the people around him.
Suddenly, a series of wolf howls came from outside the cave. The sound was long and shrill, and seemed particularly terrifying in the silent night.
Liu Yuyan widened her eyes in horror, subconsciously hugged Chu Yuting tightly, and her body couldn't help but tremble slightly.
Murong Ling'er suddenly opened her eyes, her gaze as sharp as torches, and met Liu Yuyan's frightened gaze.
She was silent for a moment, then spoke to comfort him, "Don't be afraid, I'm here. The wolves won't dare to come near. Just sleep peacefully!"
Murong Linger's voice was low and steady, like a magic needle that stabilized the sea, which gradually calmed Liu Yuyan's panicked heart.
The howling of wolves outside the cave gradually weakened, but the eerie aftertaste still lingered in her heart.
She looked up at Murong Ling'er. At this moment, the dancing firelight reflected on Murong Ling'er's face, making her expression look particularly gentle.
Liu Yuyan mustered her courage and whispered, "Miss Murong, I've never been able to thank you properly. Thank you for rescuing my son and me from Caiyue Tower. I, Liu Yuyan, will never forget your kindness."
As she spoke, her eyes became slightly red and her voice unconsciously choked with sobs.
Liu Yuyan was truly grateful to Murong Ling'er from the bottom of her heart.
Recalling the days in Caiyue Tower, the madam's harshness and the Wen family's backing behind the scenes, he felt like a fly trapped in a spider web. The harder he struggled, the tighter the restraints became.
If she hadn't been hiding her true face with a veil, her identity would have been discovered long ago and she would have been in dire straits.
Murong Ling'er raised her eyebrows, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, and asked, "Aren't you curious about why I rescued you and brought you all the way?"
Liu Yuyan opened her mouth, but her throat seemed to be choked by something, and she hesitated to speak. She did have countless questions in her mind, but she was afraid that once she asked them, it would cause more trouble.
After hesitating for a long time, she seemed to have finally made up her mind. She looked directly into Murong Ling'er's eyes and said seriously, "Miss Murong, if you are willing to talk, I naturally want to listen."
Murong Linger sat up slightly, staring at Liu Yuyan, and said slowly: "You are not from Min'an, but from Zhao, right!"
When Liu Yuyan heard this, her eyes widened instantly, her eyes full of shock. She couldn't figure out where she had revealed her flaw.
After living in Min'an Country for many years, she tried hard to learn the local accent and habits and had long since integrated into the community. She thought she could hide her identity perfectly, but she didn't expect that Murong Ling'er would still see through her.
Murong Ling'er then asked, "Why did you end up in a place like Caiyue Tower?"
Upon hearing this question, Liu Yuyan's body suddenly stiffened, her eyes became dim, and pain and sadness instantly surged into her heart.
Despite years of fleeing and countless hardships, the pain deep in my heart still cannot be healed.
Although Murong Ling'er in front of him was a fellow villager, they had only known each other for a short time. Moreover, he was carrying a major secret. Once it was leaked, both his life and his son's life would be in danger.
She opened her mouth, but the words that had been hidden in her heart for many years seemed to be locked by an invisible shackle and she couldn't say them out.
All the people I could trust have died on the battlefield. Even if I want to tell the secrets to my relatives far away, the journey is long and difficult.
Over the years, she has been running around and trying every possible way, but the enemy is too powerful and she is ultimately powerless.
Seeing that Liu Yuyan fell silent, Murong Ling'er stopped asking questions and her eyes fell on Chu Yuting who was sleeping in Liu Yuyan's arms. Looking at his face that was somewhat similar to Chu Lingfeng, she fell into deep thought.