The third day of the third lunar month was an exceptionally auspicious day, for it was the day Su Yu would fulfill his promise and take over the throne of the Northern You Kingdom as agreed. From that moment on, he officially ascended the throne and became emperor. At the same time, even the Yu family was decorated with bright red lanterns everywhere, and everyone was dressed in red and green. The scene inside and out was extremely festive.
In the inner room, in the main bedroom in the front courtyard, Mu Beichen locked himself in his room, pondering everything about Yu Linlang repeatedly in his mind. He hadn't closed his eyes since last night.
Xiao Mohan saw everything clearly. Mu Beichen was anxious to find his child as soon as possible, and he didn't have the confidence to deliver bad news. So he hesitated in front of the door for a long time, but finally couldn't help but knock on the door.
"The door's open, come in yourself." Mu Beichen replied casually, following the sound. He stood to the side in the center of the room, looking out through a window at the scenery outside, his eyes lowered and his expression nonchalant.
Xiao Mohan pushed the door open and entered, then tiptoed a few steps closer to him. "Master... the people below have found Yu Linlang's former address as instructed, but there are no concrete clues yet, so... it might be a bit troublesome to investigate."
This child has always been Yu Qianqian's most painful and sensitive topic. Mu Beichen never dared to mention it to her easily. Although he had doubts from the first moment he saw Yu Linlang, he preferred to keep it to himself rather than reopen her wounds until he was 100% sure that Yu Linlang was their child.
He was afraid she would see through his secret, so he had locked himself in his room these past few days and ordered no one to mention it. If something were to happen, he feared she would be trapped in that nightmare again.
Right now, Xiao Mohan was watching Mu Beichen organize the books. A stack of drawings, several fingers thick, was placed on the table. As he carefully put the things under the table, he said intermittently, "No matter what the result is, just keep investigating. But we have to be quick."
Xiao Mohan pressed on, "Then do you think we should mention it to Madam?"
"No need. It's not too late to talk about it after the matter has been thoroughly investigated."
"Yes, I understand..." Xiao Mohan turned to leave but then quickly turned back. "Does Master have any further words for Madam?"
Mu Beichen turned his head away, ignoring everyone, and looked away with a cold and indifferent gaze. Xiao Mohan's face darkened, and he immediately withdrew silently.
In the past, the custom in the Northern You Kingdom on the third day of the third month was to celebrate the whole country, both inside and outside the palace. Even the lowly servants would have meat with them for every meal. If they were lucky, they could even dine at the table with their masters.
At noon, a banquet was held in the mansion. The usually quiet reception hall was completely different today. The maids and servants all gathered together to chat and laugh. The lively atmosphere alone was enough to make people feel happy.
In the past, at this time, the Yu family would have many dignitaries from all over the country come to have lunch together. Although things are very different now, Yu Qianqian feels that this casual atmosphere is better. Since everyone is here, the male host will naturally be invited to join them.
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