However, Meng Liang quickly suppressed the surging emotions in his heart. He put on the appearance of a weak young man and walked forward in a gentle and elegant manner.
"Secretary Xue, I'm here for you." He spoke politely, his voice trembling with just the right amount of emotion, as if he was overcome with excitement. "I'm Meng Liang, and I grew up in the same opera troupe with Guan Yan. My surname is Meng, and my given name is Liang. Thanks to the Marquis's help, Guan Yan was able to regain his freedom. Otherwise, I'm afraid I'd never see him again in this lifetime."
These words were so sincere and touching that people subconsciously thought that he and Guanyan were close friends who grew up together and were as close as brothers.
His acting is so superb that it is almost impossible to detect his true thoughts.
Xue Yuanchu stared at Meng Liang, feeling pleased that Guan Yan had found such a close friend here: "It's a blessing for you to find an old friend in Xiguan."
At this moment, the cold wind suddenly blew up, and everyone in the yard hid back in the house in the backyard.
Guanyan also invited Xue Yuanchu to his small house to rest for a while and drink a cup of hot tea.
"Steward Xue, everyone in the orphanage, young and old, is doing well, please rest assured." Guan Yan reported while pouring tea for Xue Yuanchu.
Xue Yuanchu looked around. Although the furnishings in the house were simple, it was kept neatly tidy and spotless.
He nodded with satisfaction. "If there's anything you need here, just let me know. Sending letters back to the capital from the military camp is much faster than from other places. I can have the Marquis' Mansion prepare as soon as possible."
After the greetings, Xue Yuanchu also talked about the main topic of this trip.
When he mentioned the fire in the orphanage on the night the military rations were robbed, Guan Yan subconsciously glanced at Meng Liang.
However, Meng Liang had previously categorically denied that he had anything to do with the matter. When Guan Yan thought of the situation at that time, he immediately withdrew his gaze.
"Secretary Xue," Meng Liang stood up, looking righteous, "I know who set the fire. I also know it was the Western Rong people disguised as bandits who stole the military rations."
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