Ruyi looked at Yan Qingqing speechlessly. How come she didn't know that their mistress had a hobby of eavesdropping?
However, Ruyi also loved excitement, so she quietly moved behind Yan Qingqing and pressed her ear against the wall.
Both master and servant were sticking their buttocks out and turning to the side, their movements exactly the same.
A voice came from inside the wall: "What orders does the Second Young Master have for me?"
Yan Qingqing recognized Mu Xi's voice and wondered why Li Xiang'an was looking for Mu Xi in the middle of the night.
Li Xiang replied, "I'm about to head to the prefectural city."
Mu Xi smiled and said, "Then I wish the Second Young Master a safe journey."
Li Xiang'an was silent for a moment before speaking, "Are you coming with me?"
Mu Xi replied, "I am Madam's guard and only obey Madam's orders."
So far, your subordinates have not received any orders from Madam.
After a while, Li Xiang'an's voice came again: "My mother and sister-in-law said that I'm not young anymore and they want to find me a husband."
Mu Xi paused for a moment before replying, "The second young master is not young anymore; it's time for him to get married."
Li Xiang'an asked, seemingly somewhat annoyed, "Don't you have anything else to say?"
Yan Qingqing did not hear Mu Xi's reply. Ruyi, who was standing to the side, could not help but ask, "Madam, why is the Second Young Master saying these things to Mu Xi?"
"This servant finds it strange that two grown men are saying these things."
Yan Qingqing tried to cover Ruyi's mouth, but it was too late. Mu Xi's voice came from inside the courtyard: "Who? Who's outside?"
Yan Qingqing glared at Ruyi. This girl was more trouble than she was worth. Mu Xi was a secret guard, and he could hear any noise she made.
I quickly straightened my clothes and stood up straight.
Li Xiang'an and Mu Xi had already left the courtyard. They were both surprised to see Yan Qingqing and Ruyi, especially since Ruyi was leaning against the wall in an odd posture.
Li Xiang'an asked with some surprise, "Mother, what are you doing here?"
Yan Qingqing chuckled awkwardly and said, "Aren't you about to go to the prefectural city? I thought I had a few things to tell you, so I came over."
Li Xiang'an then asked, "Then why are you standing by the wall instead of coming in through the gate?"
Yan Qingqing chuckled twice and replied, "Isn't it because it's dark and I can't see the road clearly? I figured it would be safer to feel my way along the wall."
Li Xiang'an looked up at the sky; the moonlight was exceptionally bright tonight.
Clearly, they did not believe Yan Qingqing's explanation.
Yan Qingqing followed Li Xiang'an's gaze and also noticed that the night was exceptionally bright.
Her mind was racing at that moment, and she suddenly had an idea and said, "Alas, as people get older, their eyesight gets worse."
Especially at night, it's hard to see the road.
Ruyi, being the quick-witted one, suggested that it would be safer to walk while holding onto the wall.
Ruyi realized what was happening and quickly nodded, saying, "Yes, yes, Madam is right."
"I told you not to let Madam go out at night, but Madam was worried and insisted on coming to give the Second Young Master a few more words of advice."
Upon hearing this, Li Xiang'an immediately became anxious and quickly stepped forward to help Yan Qingqing up, saying, "When did Mother's eyes start to hurt? Why didn't you say so sooner? I'll have someone go and fetch a doctor to take a look."
Yan Qingqing quickly stopped him, saying, "No need, I've already seen a doctor, it's nothing serious."
Just kidding, that's a reason she made up on the spot. If she actually called a doctor, she'd be exposed.
Li Xiang'an felt much more at ease after hearing this, and helped Yan Qingqing into the house.
Unable to contain her curiosity, Yan Qingqing glanced back and forth between Li Xiang'an and Mu Xi, then casually asked, "Why is Mu Xi here so late?"
A hint of unease flashed across Li Xiang'an's and Mu Xi's faces.
However, Li Xiang'an quickly recovered and said, "I sent Guard Mu."
I'm leaving home soon and I'm worried about my family, so I asked Mu Huwei to come and give him a few words of advice.
Especially when Mother goes out, someone must stay by her side.
Hearing Li Xiang'an spouting nonsense, Yan Qingqing thought to herself, "He was just trying to steal my man a moment ago, but now he's talking a good game. He really is my good son."
However, Yan Qingqing said, "Oh dear, there are so many people at home, so don't worry."
"My mother is better than all of you; what danger could she possibly be in?"
Seeing that Yan Qingqing had quietly left Li Xiang'an's courtyard without watching him anymore, Mu Xi felt somewhat irritated.
Yan Qingqing followed Li Xiang'an into the house, and Li Xiang'an still asked Yan Qingqing about her eye problem with concern.
This son has always been shrewd; it seems I have no choice but to give him a reasonable explanation today.
Yan Qingqing could have easily acted shamelessly, but she didn't want Li Xiang'an to know that she had just been eavesdropping. It would damage her image as a mother.
So he said, "It's really nothing serious. Don't tell anyone. Your older brother and the others will worry if they hear about it."
I asked the doctor, and he said I have night blindness. I have no problem during the day, but I can't see things very clearly at night.
However, the doctor also said that this is a normal phenomenon and there is no need to take medicine; dietary supplements are sufficient.
Eating more animal liver regularly should help; things should return to normal after a while.
Yan Qingqing's words were half true and half false, and Li Xiang'an finally believed them completely.
Then Li Xiang'an asked, "Mother, what do you want to discuss with your son?"
Yan Qingqing had completely forgotten about it after being distracted by Li Xiang'an and the others.
Finally, after racking my brains, I came up with a few things to get by.
Two days later, Li Xiang'an and Li Yueniang set off for the prefectural city. They traveled light, with Li Xiang'an riding a horse and Li Yueniang being forced to sit in a carriage.
The prefectural city wasn't far away, so Yan Qingqing brought down eight guards from the mountain to protect their safety.
In addition to Li Xiang'an's personal servant A'er and Li Yueniang's two personal maids, there were more than ten people in total.
In addition, Li Xiangbao was also accompanying them.
Originally, Yan Qingqing preferred Wang Dong over Li Xiang'an.
The main reason is that Wang Dong has no ties, plus he has experience in opening branch stores.
Li Xiangbao initially agreed. But for some reason, he changed his mind and insisted on going along.
Wang Dong was always sensible and never argued with him, so Li Xiangbao took over instead.
With tears in her eyes, Madam Xu looked at Li Xiangbao and kept telling him that the city was not like home, so he must take good care of himself, never act alone, and consult with Li Xiang'an and the others if anything happened.
Seeing how worried Xu was, Yan Qingqing even wanted to suggest that Li Xiangbao stay at home.
But a good man should have ambitions beyond his hometown; it's always good to go out and explore. Li Xiangbao must take this step if he wants to achieve further development.
After Xu finished giving his instructions, Yan Qingqing quickly waved for them to leave.
But when Li Xiang'an mounted his horse, he saw Mu Xi also mount her horse beside him, which surprised him.
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