Chapter 032 Chapter 32 (Additional update)

When Changfeng came back after sending Xie Changning off.

Xie Qingya and Mei Xuezheng were already having dinner. Lingji was standing outside, but he did not open the window and did not sit by the window to avoid being discovered by anyone with ulterior motives.

Xie Qingya was facing the door.

Seeing Changfeng coming in, he lowered his glass from his lips, looked at him and asked, "What's up?"

If that's ok.

Changfeng will not come in at this time.

When Mei Xuezheng heard this, he turned around and glanced at Changfeng.

Changfeng said "yes", then walked over and reported to Xie Qingya the news that the concierge had just sent: "Just now the princess sent someone to deliver a letter to the concierge."

When Mei Xuezheng heard this, he immediately frowned and asked hurriedly, "Who is it for?"

Xie Qingya didn't say anything.

He just looked at Changfeng, waiting for him to continue.

Changfeng did not hide it and replied, "It was sent to the Marquis of Wu'an's mansion."

"Wu'an Marquis Mansion?"

This answer surprised Mei Xuezheng: "How come I remember that there are only a few old servants in Wu'an Marquis' Mansion? Why would she deliver a letter to the Marquis' Mansion?"

When Mei Xuezheng said this, his face was full of confusion.

"Did you get the letter?" he asked Changfeng.

Changfeng replied: "It's still at the gatehouse."

The concierges are all their people, so it is not difficult for them to withhold a letter.

However, after Changfeng learned about this, he did not ask anyone to bring the letter immediately, but planned to ask the prince first.

See what the prince is planning and then decide what to do.

Mei Xuezheng knew what Changfeng meant, and turned his gaze back to look at Xie Qingya.

Xie Qingya is drinking again now.

As the wine went down his throat, he said calmly, "Don't worry about it. Send someone to take it over."

Changfeng received the order and immediately went down to give the order.

Mei Xuezheng frowned and said, "Just send it over without even looking at it? Who knows what's inside. If we know in advance, we can prepare early."

"What news do you think she will pass on to the Marquis' Mansion?" Xie Qingya glanced at him and lowered his eyes. "Besides, do you think she is that stupid?"

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That's true.

Princess Jiashun brought so many people here. If she really wanted to convey some news, she naturally wouldn't look for their people.

Thinking of this, Mei Xuezheng was no longer entangled.

He continued to drink.

"Has there been any movement in the mansion recently?" Mei Xuezheng asked Xie Qingya.

The so-called movement and stillness naturally referred to the people brought by Xu Duanyi.

Xie Qingya said "no".

Mei Xuezheng was still worried and continued to remind him, "It's better to be careful and don't let your guard down."

Xie Qingya naturally knew this.

He nodded and said, "Don't worry. Lingji has been staying in the study for a while. I have also sent people to secretly watch the people she brought with her. If anything happens, someone will come to inform me."

...Unless she's the one in question.

Xie Qingya didn't say this out loud. He tilted his head back and drank another glass of wine.

Mei Xuezheng could sense that he was in a more depressed mood today than before, but he had no idea why, and it was not easy to ask, so he simply accompanied him to drink.

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the other side.

Xie Pingan and Xie Changning have also started eating.

Xie Pingan arrived two quarters of an hour earlier than Xie Changning. When he did not see Xie Changning, he became a little anxious until he heard from Fuqiu that she had gone to the princess' place.

He frowned though.

But in the end, they no longer stopped Xie Changning from interacting with others as they did in the past.

I didn't call for help immediately.

Then it was almost time for dinner.

Seeing that Chang Ning was not coming back, Xie Pingan became anxious again. He called for people to look for Chang Ning, while looking outside from time to time, but no one knew what he was looking at.

Until just now.

He saw a candle light suddenly lit up from a distance in the dark night.

If you look carefully, you can see two figures, one tall and one short, walking towards you from a distance. He suddenly sat up straight, clenched his fists, and then stared outside uncontrollably.

Then, as if to hide something, he turned his head, sat with his back to the outside, and did not look outside.

He originally thought the person coming was Xie Qingya.

So I don’t want to watch it.

He didn't want others to see how he felt at the moment.

Unexpectedly, when Fuqiu went out to greet someone, the person she called was Changfeng.

Only then did Xie Pingan realize that he had recognized the wrong person.

Xie Qingya didn't come at all.

His originally tense body suddenly collapsed, and the depressed mood in his heart became more and more severe. Finally, before Changning came in, he sneered and then acted as if nothing had happened.

No one else noticed this.

But Xie Changning and he are twins, how could he be completely unaware of this?

Feeling that her third brother was in a bad mood today, Xie Changning thought that it was because she went to see her sister-in-law today and her third brother was unhappy.

I don't want to see my third brother sulking alone.

Xie Changning stopped eating, looked at Xie Pingan, and asked carefully: "Third brother, are you angry because I went to see my sister-in-law?"

"What?"

Xie Ping'an frowned.

It’s not that I didn’t hear what Changning said, but I just didn’t know where she got the idea from.

Why is he angry?

Although he didn't like it, he wasn't angry.

If he was angry with her, he wouldn't be the way he is now, and there's no way he wouldn't tell her.

Seeing the obvious worry on Chang Ning's face, Xie Pingan was silent for a moment, but finally decided to have a good talk with her.

He didn't want to see Changning being so cautious.

He also looked at Xie Changning and put down his chopsticks.

Before yesterday, he would definitely not be willing to go alone to find that person.

But thinking of the undisguised smile on Chang Ning's face when she talked about that person yesterday, and her gentleness today when he was with that person, Xie Ping'an was not actually that opposed to Chang Ning's association with her.

He stopped Changning from interacting with others because he was afraid that she would get hurt.

This book is exclusively compiled for you by the LK team. If that person is still as good as before, he naturally won't mind. He also hopes that there will be more people in this world who love his sister.

But is she really good?

Will she really keep treating them like this?

Xie Pingan was really not sure.

In the past few years, he has seen too many changes. His former friends, uncles and aunts, and those who flattered and complimented him... have all changed.

It is perfectly normal to ignore him or neglect him.

There were also many people who felt that the Nan'an Palace was now in decline, so they jumped out one after another to bully and mock him.

There was another person at the time who he thought was a very good friend.

He was also the only friend who did not directly cut off ties with him after the Nan'an Palace fell into decline.

He always regarded him as his best friend.

At that time, Changning was in trouble and Xie Qingya was in such a terrible state again. He was so worried that he couldn't tell anyone. Fortunately, he had someone to accompany him.

But it was this person who hurt him the most!

Whenever Xie Pingan thought about how he had trusted him without reservation but was laughed at by him, he couldn't help but tense up again.

Those people forced him to kneel down, forced him to drink, and even wanted him to bark like a dog.

If he had not learned martial arts from his father and brothers since he was a child, he would have gritted his teeth, fought them off with his fists, and ran away with all his strength.

I'm afraid he would have been tortured beyond recognition by them a long time ago.

He never told anyone about this.

But after this incident, his last bit of trust in human nature was completely gone.

Over the years, he went from resisting at first, to being tolerant later, and finally to being violent now.

He would beat anyone who dared to bully him.

He didn't want to trust anyone anymore, and he didn't dare to trust them.

That was why he was so worried. When Chang Ning interacted with others, he was afraid that Chang Ning would be bullied by people he was close to and trusted, just like him.

To be honest, Xie Pingan didn't want Chang Ning to have any contact with that person from the bottom of his heart.

If you don't associate with them and don't take them to heart, you won't feel sad.

But looking at the way Chang Ning looked at him...

Xie Ping'an couldn't help but ask himself, did he really want Changning to live like this for the rest of her life?

Is it really good for him to be like this?

Thank you for your hesitation.

This was also the first time in recent years that he felt hesitant.

"Do you like her that much?"

Xie Pingan did not agree immediately, but looked at Xie Changning and asked this question first.

Seeing Changning nodded without hesitation.

Xie Pingan was silent for a moment, but finally did not say anything to stop her from going.

He hoped that person could be as good as she appeared to be. Even if it was just her disguise, he hoped that she could keep pretending for the rest of her life.

Don't let Changning get hurt.

"If you want to go, go ahead, but remember to bring Fuqiu with you next time." Xie Ping'an said this casually, then lowered his head to eat again.

Fuqiu was not only Changning's personal maid.

He also knows martial arts.

Only with her by Changning's side can he feel at ease.

Let's just believe it once more...

Xie Pingan added silently in his heart.

Unexpectedly, her third brother didn't mind her going to see his sister-in-law, which made Xie Changning very happy.

Her eyes were curved into crescent shapes.

The smile on my face cannot be hidden no matter how hard I try.

She responded with a crisp "OK", and then thought of something and said, "Second brother, that's right."

Xie Changning didn't notice.

When Xie Ping'an heard her say the word "second brother", his movements paused for a moment.

He seemed to want to say something, but in the end, he said nothing.

Just continue to eat with your head buried.

But he had nothing to say, while Xie Changning had something to ask.

Xie Changning didn't understand. Since her third brother was not angry because she went to see her sister-in-law, why was he so unhappy?

Why is he unhappy?

"Third brother."

Xie Changning called him again.

"Um?"

Xie Pingan didn't know what she was going to say, so he just nodded without even looking up.

"Why are you not happy today?"

Xie Changning asked him.

This time, she noticed Xie Pingan paused, but she didn't say anything. She continued to look at him, waiting for his answer.

She also wanted to help her three brothers share their worries and solve their problems.

But how could Xie Pingan tell her this? In fact, even he himself was a little confused about his mood at the moment.

He knew that he was angry because Xie Qingya didn't come.

But what's there to be angry about?

He came, because he didn't like him anyway.

But he didn't come...

Xie Ping'an's sharp eyebrows became even more wrinkled because of his emotions.

He restrained himself because he didn't want to worry Xie Changning.

"Nothing. I'm just a little upset because I didn't answer the teacher's question in class yesterday." Xie Ping'an was afraid that Xie Changning would worry, so he made up an excuse.

really.

After he finished saying this, Xie Changning let out a long breath, apparently feeling relieved.

She didn't suspect that her third brother was deceiving her.

"So, yes, that's how it is." She knew that her third brother had always paid great attention to his studies.

Xie Changning put away her worried expression, looked at Xie Ping'an again and smiled, encouraging him: "Third brother, you are very good. You will be even better in the future."

"No, don't be angry."

Xie Pingan looked at her innocent smile, and the troubles in his heart gradually disappeared.

His voice also became much softer.

Her face was not very fond of smiling, but now it looked much softer when looking at Xie Changning.

"Eat."

As he spoke, he clipped a lion head for Xie Changning.

Xie Changning did not refuse and ate with a smile on his face.

After they had almost finished eating, Xie Changning brought up the main business.

"Third brother, you, you are in a hurry, are you going back later?"

She asked Xie Pingan.

Xie Pingan looked at her and asked, "What's wrong?"

Xie Changning said to him, "I have a book that I can't understand. Brother, please teach me."

This has happened before.

Xie Pingan didn't think much about it and just nodded and said, "Okay."

Anyway, I'm taking a rest today.

He had already finished the homework assigned by his teacher.

Going back is just a matter of reviewing.

It was not until he and Xie Changning sat face to face on the bed and saw what book Xie Changning handed him that Xie Ping'an's expression suddenly changed.

"How did this book end up here with you?"

He frowned and looked at Xie Changning for advice.

Fearing that his brother might misunderstand his sister-in-law and get angry with her, Xie Changning hurriedly explained, "Yes, I saw it at my sister-in-law's place. My sister-in-law said she didn't need it anymore. I, I liked it, so I came back."

Xie Changning rarely lies.

Under Xie Ping'an's gaze, my heart beat faster and my face became hot again.

Especially the third brother kept staring at her.

Xie Changning felt that his heart was beating so fast that it seemed like it was about to jump out of his throat.

Just when she was trembling with fear and thinking about what to say next, the third brother finally retracted his gaze and lowered his head.

"Xie Changning, don't you know what it looks like to be a liar? And you still want to deceive me."

Xie Pingan's tone was calm.

When Xie Changning heard this, he immediately became nervous and his face turned pale.

She was afraid that her third brother would be unhappy.

"Third, Third Brother!"

Xie Changning looked at the man hesitantly and shouted.

Just when he was about to apologize, Xie Pingan suddenly said, "Okay, I know what's going on."

He is not a fool.

Besides, if he didn't understand that person, how could he not understand his sister?

How could Chang Ning be so brave as to ask for something on his own initiative? It must have been that person's idea, but Chang Ning thought it was a good idea.

Seriously.

Xie Pingan actually hasn't experienced anything like this for a long time.

This made him feel a little uncomfortable.

But he had to admit that her move was so powerful that he couldn't even refuse.

The chess score in hand is irresistible to anyone who loves chess.

Xie Pingan sighed inwardly, but he didn't leave the book behind.

"...Go back and thank her for me." Xie Ping'an said to Xie Changning without even looking up, holding the book in his hand.

This answer left Xie Changning a little confused for a moment.

She did not answer immediately, but blinked at Xie Pingan. After a while, she seemed to finally react and asked Xie Pingan in surprise.

"Third brother, have you agreed?"

Xie Pingan felt a little embarrassed by her shouting. He raised his head and glared at Xie Changning: "Are you still going to get off the bed?"

How could anyone not react at this point? This book is exclusively compiled for you by the LK team. Xie Changning was overjoyed and speechless. He just nodded and said, "Next, next!"

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The next day.

Early in the morning, Donggu brought Xiuyu to the house in person, and Xiuyu stayed with Xu Duanyi afterwards.

Because they had to go to the Duke of Huguo's Mansion today, Xu Duanyi arranged for Xiu Yu to study with Bi Xi first, and then took Shi Yu to the Duke of Huguo's Mansion.

Xiao Baozhu is getting married soon.

As her cousin, she naturally couldn't just sit there and help.

That night, Xu Duanyi came back very late.

What a coincidence.

She and Xie Qingya entered the door one after the other.

The two met at the screen wall.

At that time, Xie Qingya had already gotten off the carriage and was preparing to return to his study.

He went to Shuntianfu Yamen today.

The Shuntian prefect was a third-rank official, and the official uniform he wore was red.

Just as he was about to leave with Changfeng, Xie Qingya heard the sound of horse hooves behind him. By this time, Changning and Ping'an had already returned.

Xie Qingya seemed to sense something and looked back.

The carriage stopped and the maidservant beside Xu Duanyi who was skilled in martial arts jumped out of the carriage first, then stretched out her hand to the people in the carriage.

"master."

Shi Yu didn't notice Xie Qingya was there.

Xu Duanyi didn't notice it at first.

It's late at night.

Although there was a lantern on the screen wall, it was still not as bright as daytime.

She didn't expect that she would bump into Xie Qingya here, until she reached out and put her hand on Shi Yu's arm, and was about to step down, when she suddenly felt someone in front of her looking at her.

Through the lanterns on both sides, Xu Duanyi saw Xie Qingya standing there.

I'm looking at her now.

He didn't expect that she would see him so soon. When Xie Qingya wanted to look away, it was too late.

"Prince?"

Xie Qingya heard Xu Duanyi calling him.

Turning his head at this time would be too artificial, so Xie Qingya finally gritted his teeth and did not look away. He just looked at Xu Duanyi and hummed lightly.