It was like a bombshell exploding inside Yan Suizhi! He had never imagined that Xie Wanyun would have this suspicion, let alone that she would ask it so bluntly.
It means he has gained her trust.
But this matter is too dangerous, and there are too many people involved. Those people are powerful and influential, with complex connections and a power so great that it is frightening.
What was even more despairing was that after so long of investigation, all the evidence pointed to someone they absolutely could not afford to offend or touch.
The water was getting deeper and muddier. He knew he couldn't escape unscathed and was ready to sacrifice his life.
He encountered assassination attempts several times, but he always managed to escape danger, no matter whether it was because he was lucky or God wanted him to finish the task.
But he couldn't let Meimei fall into danger. He could go to hell alone. Meimei and Jinbai deserved to live well.
In a very short time, countless thoughts had already turned over in his mind. Despite his face becoming increasingly pale and his eyes becoming deeper, his expression remained calm.
Xie Wanyun stared into his eyes, not missing any slight changes on his face. He knew it.
But seeing his increasingly calm expression, she knew he would not tell her the truth.
As expected, Yan Suizhi said softly, "Madam, you're worrying too much. The evidence of what happened back then is irrefutable. There's no hidden agenda."
Xie Wanyun's eyes were as cold as the edge of her sword. She spoke word by word, "You're lying."
Yan Suizhi's heart was pierced by her gaze, and the pain was unbearable.
But for her and Jinbai's safety, he could only remain silent.
"Every word Yan said is true, absolutely true. Madam, please don't ask any more questions."
"Yan Suizhi, if you still remember the Duke of Zhenguo and the Xie family, please tell me the truth." Fire ignited in Xie Wanyun's eyes.
The fire burned Yan Sui to ashes without a trace.
He closed his eyes, his eyelashes fluttering slightly, like the thin wings of an insect, before drooping. When he opened them again, his eyes were covered in mist.
His voice was so low and hoarse that it contained many unspeakable emotions.
"Mianmei, don't ask anymore. Now is not the time, but I promise I will give you an explanation. Please trust me."
"Yan Suizhi, I am the only bloodline left in the Xie family. I have the right to know the truth. The assassination attempts you have suffered several times are also related to this matter, right?" Xie Wanyun stubbornly refused to give up.
Yan Suizhi tightened his lips and refused to say another word.
Meimei, don't force me. It's enough for me to go to hell alone, so please don't come.
Xie Wanyun waited for a long time, but when he remained silent, she couldn't help but feel a little angry. Then she saw that his face was pale and his brows were furrowed, obviously in unbearable pain, so she reached out and took his pulse.
"Thank you, Madam..." Yan Sui was startled and wanted to avoid her.
"Don't move, let me see your injury." Xie Wanyun said in a deep voice.
Her fingers were cold, but Yan Suizhi felt as if a red-hot iron was placed on his wrist. He had to use all his willpower to control his trembling.
Xie Wanyun raised his hand and said coldly, "It's nothing serious."
Yan Suizhi took a deep breath. "Thank you so much, Madam. I cannot repay you enough for saving my life. From now on, if you have any instructions, I will obey them."
Xie Wanyun's lips curled up, a hint of sarcasm in his eyes. "You can't even ask a single question, and you're still talking about driving me? I'm not worthy of that."
Yan Suizhi lowered his head, his pale face flushed.
After returning to the mansion, Xie Wanyun went to Hansong Garden first. She had hired a teacher to teach her children how to read and write, but she had been too busy these days and had no time to visit him.
As I reached the garden gate, I heard the sound of reading. "When people are born, their nature is good. Natures are close, but habits make them different..."
She walked over quietly without disturbing them.
The teacher's surname was Wu. He was an old scholar in his fifties. Because he failed in the imperial examinations many times, he gave up the idea of taking the imperial examination and made a living by teaching.
Xie Wanyun invited him here because Mr. Wu was kind and didn't look down on these children just because they were beggars. Mr. Wu narrowed his eyes slightly, shaking his head, clearly immersed in the joy of reading.
Look at these children again, each of them is studying seriously with the teacher.
A smile appeared on Xie Wanyun's lips.
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