Chapter 468: Life is not destined to end
In the west city of Fengjing, there is an ordinary three-courtyard house.
The guard "Gui Qi" walked hurriedly through several moon-shaped gates, his face so solemn that it seemed as if water could drip out.
He went straight to the study where the master was, and without even notifying anyone, he pushed the door open and walked in.
"Master, the situation has changed. Something terrible is happening."
As he spoke, he carefully took out something from his arms. It was a tortoise shell with a dark color and an ancient luster.
On the tortoise shell, natural patterns are intertwined with tiny runes engraved artificially, forming a series of mysterious and incomprehensible patterns.
There was a faint flow of some indescribable energy fluctuations, and it was obvious at a glance that it was a sacred divination object passed down from ancient times.
This is not the same level of stuff as the one in Yan Wujiu's hands, but it comes from a great ancestor of the Tianyan Sect who has passed away long ago.
Although it has not reached the level of a sect's inherited holy weapon, the senior poured all his life's cultivation and understanding of the way of heaven into it before his life ended, making its power far beyond that of ordinary magic weapons.
At this moment, a fine crack suddenly appeared on this tortoise shell that had always been solid. This was something that had never happened before.
Li Dajing, sitting upright on the rosewood armchair, looked at the crack and his eyes darkened instantly.
He was silent for a few breaths, his fingertips unconsciously tapping lightly on the smooth armrest.
Finally, he spoke slowly, his voice lacking much emotion:
"Got it, go pack up, it's time for us to head back."
"Yes! I'll do it immediately!"
Gui Qi didn't dare to ask more questions. He bowed his head and accepted the order, then quickly left to arrange the itinerary.
Li Dajing sat alone in the study. After a while, he slowly stood up and walked to the yard with slightly heavy steps.
He raised his head and looked at the sky in Fengjing in the late autumn morning.
The sky is high and the clouds are light, with a few thin clouds as silky as cotton. The sunlight has lost its summer scorching heat and become warm and bright.
It was sprinkled on the grass and trees in the yard that were beginning to turn yellow and wither, adding a sense of desolation.
Yan Wujiu can be considered a genius, with deep scheming and having planned for many years.
I thought I could stir up huge waves and stir up great events, but who would have thought that I would fail in the end.
And all this stems from that variable - the sixth princess Qin Zhaoyue.
Li Dajing has received accurate information that Qin Minghuang appeared at the morning court today, looking vigorous and energetic, without any sign of illness at all.
Not every generation of descendants of the Tianyan Sect can make the three sacred artifacts recognize their master. It is a once-in-a-century event for them to gather together.
But the most crucial celestial plate that carries great fortune actually recognized the Sixth Princess as its master!
Haha... A bitter smile appeared on Li Dajing's lips.
A chess game that had been carefully planned for many years was about to come to an end, but it was completely disrupted and destroyed by this sudden variable.
"Qin Minghuang, ah Qin Minghuang... your luck is really..."
He murmured to himself, and the second half of the sentence turned into an almost inaudible sigh, complex and indescribable.
It was truly her destiny that allowed her to find a way out of the desperate situation.
After this disaster, good times will come. Could it be that the future will really be smooth sailing?
This sigh was mixed with too many indescribable emotions.
Was it the disappointment of years of planning falling through? Was it the bewilderment of the sudden change in the future? Or perhaps... a sense of relief he couldn't even explain?
Li Dajing calmed his mind and walked towards the study in the main hall on the other side of the mansion.
Before I got close, I could hear the rhythmic sound of a lecture coming from inside.
That was the tutor he had hired for his son at great expense, who was explaining the meaning of classics and policy essays.
Li Dajing didn't pass on the message, but pushed the door open and walked in, interrupting the class in the room.
"Stop for a moment," he said, looking past the somewhat stunned teacher and landing on his son, who was scowling over an article behind the desk. "Your father is leaving Fengjing."
Li Xuan was obviously stunned and muttered subconsciously:
"We come and go in a hurry... just go."
Seeing this, the teacher tactfully bowed and quietly left the study.
Li Xuan stretched his back which was a little stiff from sitting for a long time. Even though he was surprised by the sudden news, his face did not show much emotion.
Originally, he and his biological father were not close, and he had met him only a few times in his life.
The past month or so of being together has been the longest time they have ever spent together as father and son.
"The matter of the imperial merchant qualification has been basically finalized. I have left capable people to take care of the follow-up matters. They will live in your house.
If you need anything or encounter any difficulties, you can directly tell them."
Li Dajing explained in a calm tone.
Li Xuan responded, his eyes falling on the page, looking a little absent-minded.
The study suddenly fell into an awkward silence. The father and son, who were related by blood but were strangers to each other, sat in silence.
After a long while, Li Dajing finally broke the silence, speaking in a slower tone:
"I know what you are planning when you come to Beijing this time.
I, your father, have also heard a little about the story of your savior, the Sixth Princess."
He paused, looked at his son's instantly straightened back, and continued,
"As your father, I will support you. How far you can go depends entirely on your own ability and luck.
If you can really get what you want, your father will prepare a generous 'dowry' for you."
"What dowry!"
Li Xuan's face suddenly turned red, just like the ripe fruits on the old persimmon tree in the yard.
It must be Uncle Gong, that big mouth, telling everything! He felt ashamed and annoyed.
Li Xuan suddenly realized that if there really was such a tiny possibility, it would be no different from "getting married".
Wouldn't it be that I am following in my biological father's footsteps and becoming a son-in-law?
When he thought about how he had always disliked his biological father's behavior and even despised his identity deep down in his heart, but he was thinking about walking a similar path day and night, his face suddenly became as complicated as if a grocery store had opened, with a mixture of green and red.
Li Dajing was so astute that he could guess about 70% of his thoughts just by looking at the changes in his expression. He comforted him in a rare gentle tone:
“You don’t have to belittle yourself.
Now that I have achieved the title of Juren, I am qualified to serve as an official.
Besides, our family has plenty of wealth.
I heard that everyone in the princess's mansion needs to practice cultivation, which consumes a huge amount of rare medicinal materials. In this regard, we may be able to help.
Whatever you want to do, just go ahead and do it. Financially, your father will support you."
Li Xuan's expression eased slightly, and he glanced at him with a hint of suspicion: "Are you so kind?"
Upon hearing this, Li Dajing showed a smile that was a bit vicissitudes and self-deprecating:
"I am old now, what else can I expect from you?
Today's business has a solid foundation, so it doesn't make much difference whether there is additional official support or not.
Even if you can really enter the princess's mansion, I won't ask anything of you.
I will then arrange for a maidservant for you in advance to leave a bloodline for the Li family, that's all."
Li Xuan: “…”
So we really just let him go through the same old path again?
But on second thought, if I could really enter the princess's mansion, it seemed that this was indeed the only way to continue my offspring.
His expression became more complicated. He had never thought deeply about this issue before.
To be fair, Li Dajing, his biological father, was actually not bad to him except for his awkward identity and lack of companionship.
The people who entrusted him to his care were honest and kind, and treated him as their own son.
There was never a shortage of food, clothing, daily necessities, and education, and everything was of the best quality.
Li Xuan also knew that Li Dajing's other children did not have the surname Li.
If it really comes to that, it seems... that this is the only way.
Hey... He shook his head and put aside this distant worry for the time being. It was completely unnecessary to worry about it now.
Afterwards, Li Dajing called Uncle Gong, Lou Wu, and two guards, "Chansi" and "Poxiao", into the study.
These four people are considered to be the closest and most capable people around Li Xuan now.
Li Dajing glanced at the four people and said solemnly:
"From today on, you are completely the young master's people.
From now on, you don't have to obey any of my instructions. Everything is based on the safety and orders of the young master.
His will is the only basis for your actions."
When these words came out, the four of them were all shocked, but they did not dare to hesitate for a moment and immediately responded in unison:
"Yes! I will follow the master's orders!"
Li Dajing nodded slightly, turned to look at his son and continued:
“In the future, I will not ask them anything about you, nor will I give them any instructions in secret.
But... I hope you can write to me from time to time.
It doesn’t matter what you talk about, whether it’s daily life or academic progress, even if it’s just a few words, it’s all good.”
Li Xuan was still a little dazed, as if he had not fully digested this sudden arrangement.
He thought silently for a few moments, and finally nodded slightly.
Li Dajing showed a sincere smile on his face, as if he had unloaded a heavy burden:
"That's good."
He walked forward, reached out and patted Li Xuan's shoulder, "Let's go."
After saying that, he walked out with big strides without saying another word.
Li Xuan stood there and hesitated for a few breaths.
Looking at the figure that was about to disappear outside the courtyard gate, he finally took a step forward.
"Lou Wu, go get the carriage and give him a ride."
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