The two spirits observed as Jian Yumei stood calmly before them.
They witnessed Jian Yumei's body radiating a golden light intentionally emitted by him, knowing that to subdue such spirits, a display of strength was necessary.
The female spirit addressed Jian Yumei, "Shall we let this beast off the hook? He unjustly took our lives. Shouldn't we seek vengeance? He also unjustly killed many others, including those fake Taoists who tried to capture us but were killed by him. If we had known earlier, we would have gotten rid of him sooner, preventing him from harming so many people! Tonight, we must kill him. We are prepared, but do you ask us to forgive and forget?"
"No, let us not. After all, this matter defies the principles of yin and yang. You should both focus on reincarnation, accumulate virtue, and let go of grudges. When will this cycle of resentment end?" Jian Yumei replied calmly.
"Alas, the consequences of this life are the results of past actions. This entanglement among the three of you stems from a previous existence. It's time to let go. If the present General does not fundamentally change his ways, he will not find a peaceful end. Both sides should let go!" Jian Yumei continued.
Li Zhenhua looked at Jian Yumei, wanting to say something but refrained. Being well-acquainted with the ways of the world, he noticed that Master Niu was now hiding aside, secretly observing everything. Li Zhenhua remained silent for the moment.
"Is our fate in this life predetermined by our past lives?" the male spirit murmured to Jian Yumei.
"Yes, come see for yourselves!" Jian Yumei extended her hand, revealing a large bronze mirror. Soon, images appeared in the mirror.
The two female spirits and Li Zhenhua widened their eyes in astonishment, while Zhang, the adjutant, and Master Niu watched with equal surprise.
The scene shifted, revealing a Qing dynasty setting. The female spirit was selling tofu on the street, her appearance captivating everyone's attention, and customers flocked to buy her tofu.
After selling out quickly, two men held pieces of tofu, chatting, "The tofu from this shop is excellent, and the tofu seller is beautiful. Buying tofu here daily allows us to see the beauty and hear her voice. It's wonderful!"
Another man laughed, "Li, you're big and sturdy, yet you want to see the tofu seller daily. Don't you know she has a fiery temper? You can't handle her!"
"Zhang, you're teasing me. Although the tofu seller has a fiery temper, her husband is incapable. Such a beauty is wasted on such a man!" Li remarked.
At that moment, everyone noticed that this Li was none other than General Liu Zhenhua.
"What will you do now? Are you really going to act?" Zhang suddenly became apprehensive, fearing Li's recklessness.
"Enough, it was just a joke! You're scared, Zhang!" Li retorted.
"Good, as long as it's just a joke! I know you've slaughtered pigs, you're strong, but I fear you'll do something foolish!" Zhang remarked.
The scene shifted again, depicting a dark and windy night. Li stealthily climbed over a courtyard wall, quickly making his way through. Inside the courtyard, only one house's light was on.
At this moment, the woman, dressed as a tofu seller, was lost in thought. "Sir, you said you'd be back soon from buying stock, but it's been many days. How am I to endure these long nights?"
Suddenly, Liu Si rushed in. "Madam, Liu Si extends his courtesy. On such a beautiful day, allow me, Liu Si, to accompany you!"
The tofu seller, alarmed by the intrusion, hastily rose, clutching her chest. "How did you get in? Leave quickly, or I'll call for help!" she exclaimed.
"Ah, Tofu Beauty, I've admired you for a long time. Every day, I come to buy your tofu, and you always greet me with a smile. Now, don't be so harsh. Let's talk first!" Liu Si said.
"You, coming at night is improper. If you came during the day, I would still greet you warmly. Leave now!" the tofu seller replied anxiously.
"But that day, when I gave you money and you reached for change, I held your hand. You didn't get angry; instead, you blushed. You must not dislike me!" Liu Si insisted.
"I... I don't remember!" The tofu seller blushed at Liu Si's words.
"My dear, you blushed that day. You must know that I've been enchanted by you for many days! As the Book of Songs says, 'Turning and tossing, I cannot rest, night is deep, how can I forget?' That's why I long for you, and thus I came late at night. But now, you're flustered!" Liu Si expressed.
"You, with your strong build, reciting poetry?" the tofu seller remarked.
"Ah, I never used to recite poetry. But because of you, I've inexplicably developed a liking for it! Do you approve?" Liu Si asked.
"I do, but..." The tofu seller lowered her head.
"Don't worry. If you like these poems, that's enough. Since I'm here tonight, let's spend it together, shall we?" Liu Si suggested.
"Oh, I haven't decided. I'm afraid," the tofu seller admitted.
"Don't be afraid, madam. I'm here, a good person!" With that, Liu Si lunged forward.
The tofu seller dodged, and Liu Si collided with the bed frame. "Ouch, my head, it hurts!" Liu Si exclaimed softly.
The tofu seller stood firm. "Leave."
"I won't. I know you're lonely. Your husband, that wretched fellow, hasn't satisfied you enough!" Liu Si persisted.
The tofu seller widened her eyes. "What did you say? How do you know he's wretched?"
"I often hang around outside your house. I've overheard. Every time your husband goes to bed with you, I hear him going up and then coming down immediately. You start moaning, but then stop abruptly. I feel sorry for you!" Liu Si revealed.
"You... you're too audacious, daring to come here to eavesdrop!" The tofu seller's face flushed red all of a sudden.
"Ah, come on, tonight, big brother will show you what a real man is!" Liu Si lunged forward abruptly.
The tofu seller wanted to dodge this time, but when she saw Liu Si's robust physique, she couldn't move her feet. When Liu Si embraced her, she tried to struggle, but her efforts were feeble.
The more she struggled, the happier Liu Si became. With swift motions, Liu Si swiftly removed all her clothing, then firmly pinned her down on the bed, reveling in his conquest.