Chapter 199

Xie Chen was silent for a moment before he said, "Did you recognize the wrong person, sir? Everyone says that I look like Master Xie, but I'm really curious about how much we look alike?"

Wei Shu was old. He coughed heavily a few times and said with tears in his eyes, "Erlang, I know you don't dare to recognize me because you are afraid of revealing your background, but how could I recognize you wrongly?"

The man who was supporting Wei Shu said, "Yes, Erlang, no matter what, you can't deny your great-grandfather and me as your uncle."

The commotion here immediately attracted the attention of many people. Someone secretly overheard it and thought of the sensational incident involving Wei Xiaowei's life some time ago. They immediately realized that something big was going to happen today, and they all crowded over without any prior arrangement.

When Lin Shuge saw this, he thought something was wrong. He put down the curtain in his hand, got off the carriage, and said to the man who claimed to be Xie Chen's maternal grandfather and uncle, "You two have recognized the wrong person. This is Wei Xiaowei. You two should not try to claim to be related to him just because he is from the same family as you."

"Who are you? It's not your place as an outsider to interfere in our family affairs." Wei Shuo's face changed slightly and he said loudly.

"Erlang, you said your last name is Wei, don't you dare to deny where your last name comes from? Ayan is a miserable child, implicated by her husband's family, and it's a pity that you have suffered so much in the northwest at such a young age." Wei Shu burst into tears, and the onlookers were shocked.

Yes, I heard that the mistress of the Xie family is the daughter of the Wei family. If Captain Wei is really Young Master Xie, it is normal for him to take his mother's surname. Besides, they are real blood relatives, so how can he make a mistake?

Xie Chen said coldly: "I really don't know you two. On the contrary, the person in front of you is my closest relative. What he said or didn't say naturally does not need to be explained to outsiders. Brother, let's go." Xie Chen pulled Lin Shuge up and whipped the horse to leave.

"Xie Erlang, stop right there. Since you are still alive, come with me and confess your crimes to His Majesty. You have been hiding your identity and living in disgrace for so many years, which is a big mistake. As your uncle, how can I bear to watch you bring disgrace to our family again and again?" Wei Shuo said righteously, pointing at Xie Chen angrily.

"I heard that you have made great military achievements in the northwest and were a hero in the great victory over the Huns. I believe that His Majesty and all the civil and military officials in the court will forgive your sins in view of your contributions to the country and the people." Wei Shu trembled, his face full of tenderness as he planned for Xie Chen.

Lin Shuge was disgusted and was about to speak, but Xie Chen stopped him and said to the two of them, "I heard that the Wei family stayed out of the Xie family's affairs back then. Why do they suddenly change their faces when they see me now? Are they trying to make up for it? Unfortunately, I am not Xie Erlang, so I am afraid that your goal cannot be achieved. As for who asked you to come here today, I also know it. Please tell him that Wei Zhongxuan is waiting for you."

"Erlang, are you angry because we played it safe back then? The Xie family was plotting a rebellion, and who would dare to get even a little involved in it? I advised your mother to divorce Xie Yan, but she refused. I know you hate us, but the Wei family can't be implicated, right?" Wei Shu said sincerely.

"Indeed, at that time, all the Su family members who had ties with the Xie family were liquidated. It is said that no male members of the Su family survived. If you dare to help, you will end up with the same fate as the Su family."

"So Captain Wei is really grateful..."

"Don't talk nonsense. I think there is a conspiracy behind today's incident."

"Who cares about his conspiracy? Why didn't he recognize the other person as a member of the Xie family? I think it might be true."

"You really believe it? It's obvious that this is just a show for others to see. Otherwise, why not recognize the relatives in private? It will be better for both the Xie family and the Wei family if they recognize the relatives in private."

"Yes, you have a point."

"Sir, why are you bothering me? My two brothers have already made it clear that you recognized the wrong person. There are tens of thousands of people who look alike in this world. If all else fails, there are several pharmacies ahead. Sir, go get your eyes treated and you will not recognize the wrong person on the street again." Lin Shuge said unbearably.

“Young man, who allowed you to speak to your elders like that? Xie Chen, where are your family etiquette? You just watch outsiders humiliate your elders.” Wei Shuo was furious when he heard Lin Shuge’s words and said harshly.

"Alright, you already said you don't know each other, why do you have to act like an elder to us? My Zhongxuan treats you two with courtesy because you are older than me, but I am different. I come from a humble background and have not learned any etiquette from aristocratic families. You two are making such a scene today, clearly bullying us because we are young and trying to take advantage of our age. Tell me, do you want money or something else? Even though I am not very good, I still have money to give you."

The two people from the Wei family were so angry at Lin Shuge's reckless words that they fell backwards. Wei Shu covered his chest and pointed at Lin Shuge for a long time without saying a word.

While supporting his old father, Wei Shuo angrily cursed, "Xie Chen, if you still have a conscience, then pull this ignorant thing off the horse. You...you just watch me and your father suffer this great humiliation. Do you...still have us and your mother in your eyes?"

Xie Chen watched coldly, looking at the two with indifference in his eyes, without a trace of warmth, "You two, I don't have much money with me today..."

"Xie Chen, you little bastard, you... you don't respect your parents. I told your mother back then that you have a weak blood relationship and are destined to bring bad luck to your relatives. The Xie family ended up being exterminated because of you, but you survived..."

Lin Shuge frowned, and a ball of anger immediately rose in his chest. Just as he was about to scold, Xie Chen chuckled, shook his head at Lin Shuge, and said nonchalantly: "Master Wei, I will remember what you said today."

“Xie Chen, you don’t recognize us, but we recognize you. Today you must go with us to see His Majesty…” Wei Shuo stepped forward and blocked the two’s way.

Xie Chen sneered and was about to take action when a voice came from the carriage.

"The two Lords Wei are blocking the road today, but are you not allowing anyone to pass?"

Everyone looked at the carriage. Lin Shuge was puzzled. He had forgotten that there was someone sitting in the carriage. But why did he speak at this time?

Everyone saw a young man lift the curtain and get off the carriage, and said to Lin Shuge: "Master Lin, the master asked me to give you a ride. It seems that I have seen a good show today."

After seeing the young man's face clearly, the father and son of the Wei family immediately knelt down and said, "Your humble servant greets His Majesty Prince Liang."

King of Liang? The legendary King Liang who doesn’t care about worldly affairs? Emperor Yongyuan’s younger brother?

Lin Shuge was shocked. His shock was no less than that of the Wei family members who were already kneeling on the ground. How could a royal family member work as a clerk in Yuelin Garden every day and do farm work all day? Lin Shuge thought of the young man in front of him with his baby face looking up and eager to learn, and he couldn't bear to look back.

He and Xie Chen quickly dismounted and saluted. Xie Chen was also startled. It was no wonder that the young man looked familiar to him. He had indeed seen the young King Liang in his youth. He only remembered that King Liang was timid and did not like to show off. He had not seen him for many years, so naturally he did not recognize him.

"My Lords, please get up. The Master has asked Master Lin to come over to help today. Master Lin is the distinguished guest that the Master has invited. I would like to see him off in person, but I didn't expect to be stopped by Master Wei. What's the reason?"

"Your Highness, it is not my humble servant who intends to stop you. It is really him," Wei Shuo pointed at Xie Chen and said, "He is my sister's youngest son, and also the son of the criminal Xie Yan. My father and I are grateful to him for being away from home, so we came here today to recognize him."

King Liang chuckled, "The rumors about Wei Xiaowei's background have long been clarified. What you two did today is clearly to slander a meritorious official. What is your intention?"

"Your Highness, this is not groundless news. Even if I am old and my eyesight is blurry, I will never mistake my own grandson for my own son." Wei Shu said firmly.

"I have seen the famous Yulang of the Xie family before, but he doesn't look like Captain Wei. Lord Wei should go to the pharmacy in front to have a look. Someone, send Lord Wei there." King Liang looked at the father and son of the Wei family and smiled.

A soldier came out of nowhere and pulled the Wei father and son aside. "Your Highness, Your Highness, what are you doing?"

King Liang looked at the soldier with a smile, and the soldier immediately took the two of them away from there.

"My lords, let's go. I will take you back." King Liang turned and said to Lin Shuge and Xie Chen.

Lin Shuge said respectfully, "I was really rude not to know your highness's identity before. Since your highness has helped us solve the problem, we will not bother you anymore. The two of us will go back on our own."

"That won't do. I dare not disobey the orders of the master. It just so happens that I also have something to ask Master Lin for advice."

Lin Shuge and Xie Chen looked at each other and had no choice but to let him go.

In the carriage, Lin Shuge looked at King Liang who was sitting on the side, wanting to say something but stopping himself.

"Master Lin, please ask whatever you want to ask." King Liang returned to his previous appearance.

"Why did your highness help us today?" Lin Shuge asked bluntly.

"Just consider it as a way of thanking Lord Lin for helping me and my husband farm the land." King Liang said with a smile, his eyes and eyebrows showing a bit of mystery.

Lin Shuge looked at him for a long while, and the two of them tacitly stopped talking.

The carriage kicked up a cloud of dust and carried King Liang away.

Lin Shuge was exhausted both physically and mentally. After finishing his meal with Xie Chen, he returned to the room. "Zhongxuan, are you okay?" Lin Shuge looked at Xie Chen, who had been absent-minded since just now, with some concern.

Xie Chen looked at Lin Shuge quietly, "Brother, the man today is my mother's father, Wei Shu, the head of the Wei family. I was raised by my great-grandfather when I was young, and I was not close to the Wei family. Because of my bad temper, the Wei family was very strict in teaching their children and disciples, so the Wei family did not like me, but my great-grandfather and uncle loved me very much, and they would definitely give me a share of anything the Wei family had."

"And my mother is very protective of me, and because of the Xie family's family background, no one from the Wei family dares to act rudely in front of me. But brother, everything is fake, everything is fake." Xie Chen said in a low voice, reaching out and hugging Lin Shuge's waist.

Xie Chen had told Lin Shuge about the Wei family before. When the Xie family was in trouble, the Wei family not only watched the fire from the other side of the river, but even went back on their word and wanted to offer up Xie Chen, who had escaped, to show goodwill to the Ding family after agreeing to entrust their own daughter to them.

Lin Shuge originally thought that such behavior was disgusting enough, but he didn't expect it to be even more disgusting today. Recognizing relatives in public is a crime worthy of death. It is obvious that they want to kill Xie Chen, who was at the center of controversy a few days ago. If they were enemies, it would be fine, but they are the few relatives Xie Chen has in this world.

In the past, when he was accused by the Ding Party, Xie Chen could just fight back step by step, but being stabbed by his own family was a painful feeling.

“Zhongxuan, their hypocrisy has made you see their true colors. Since they are so cruel, we will not show them mercy anymore.” Lin Shuge reached out and ruffled his hair.

Moreover, the actions of the Wei family father and son today must have been instigated by the Ding family, and there might be some hidden attacks waiting for them in the future.