Xie Yun felt an indescribable feeling when she thought of his cold attitude towards her. She could easily get whatever she wanted, but not this person. If he didn't like her, what was wrong with her family background, talent, and appearance? Last time at the Luo family, besides her, who could exchange a few words with him, how could Sun Congwan have a say? Xie Yun knew that he also appreciated her talent, otherwise, with his personality, he would not say a word. But if he said he liked her, he was so cold, as if he had never seen him treat anyone particularly well.
Xie Yun pursed her lips and suddenly heard someone talking in the distance. She raised her head slightly and saw someone walking towards her in the alley, surrounded by people.
The man ahead walked through a shadowy area. In the warm yellow light of the lantern, he was a strikingly handsome figure, dressed in a moon-white robe, his face as white as jade. Xie Yun was slightly startled; this man's appearance was truly remarkable. She remembered his name as Cheng Lang, and how famous he had been when he won the third place in the imperial examination. She glanced at him and then looked away. The man who was a step behind him was handsome and slender, dressed in official robes, and had a calm demeanor. Could it be Luo Shenyuan or someone else...
He is finally back!
Luo Yining was talking to Miss Song San, and when he heard the noise he looked back.
Why was Cheng Lang walking with his third brother? Yi Ning felt a little strange. It was already night, and it would take at least two or three hours to get from the imperial city to Xinqiao Hutong. Why did he come here suddenly? After Luo Shenyuan sent someone to call her over, she walked up to the two of them and bowed. "Cheng Lang... Cousin, why are you here?"
Seeing her ignorant look, Cheng Lang thought of the many hardships she had endured in her previous life. Now that she finally had a father, Wei Ling, to protect her, he suddenly couldn't bear to tell her.
The Tatars were very skilled in warfare. Although the bodies were not found, they were likely dead.
Luo Yining frowned. Why was he still hesitating? He must have something urgent to tell her that he rushed over so quickly. She asked, "What's wrong? Is there anything you don't want to say?"
"Your father." Luo Shenyuan took over the conversation, "Meimei, don't be anxious after hearing this. Things are still uncertain..."
Luo Yining's heart skipped a beat when he heard his words. He grabbed his sleeve and asked, "What happened to father...isn't he guarding Xuanfu?"
Xie Yun stood far away, separated by the railings and the Taihu stone rockery. She saw Luo Yining grabbing Luo Shenyuan's sleeve.
She had never seen Luo Shenyuan be so patient with anyone before. He let her grab his sleeve without showing any impatience.
Xie Yun suddenly felt uncomfortable.
Luo Shenyuan ordered the maid, "Go and invite the madam over."
Yi Ning's premonition became worse and worse. She didn't care about Xie Yun and Li Yun at all. She looked at Luo Shenyuan and then at Cheng Lang.
Finally, Cheng Lang sighed softly and said, "He led his troops to Pingyuan Fort... and was ambushed by the Waqir tribe. His entire army of 30,000 was wiped out. His life or death is unknown. I just went to the Duke of Yingguo's mansion. Old Madam Wei became ill after learning about the incident. I'm here to take you back so that you can find out sooner if the Duke of Yingguo returns."
Luo Yining felt a chill in her chest, and it seemed as if she could barely stand. She leaned against the railing, feeling weak. The gongs and drums from the opera were still bustling. She looked up and saw only the light from the lamp under the eaves.
Wei Ling... he really got into trouble! When he left, he didn't want anyone to see him off. She felt uneasy at that time. If he really can't come back now, wouldn't he not even be able to see him for the last time? Luo Yining thought of how good Wei Ling was to her, and how he smiled and called her a girl, and she was speechless. She took a deep breath. Since he was asked to see her alive or dead, maybe he was not dead, and was captured by the Tatars. She said, "I'll go back with you...! We'll talk about it when we get back."
Upon hearing this, Zhenzhu and the others immediately rushed back to pack their things. Luo Shenyuan thought that the Duke of Yingguo's mansion was now relying on Wei Ling alone to support the family. Old Madam Wei was old and frail, and Ting'er was still too young. If Wei Ling were really gone... He whispered, "Meimei, wait for me for a moment. I'll take care of the affairs at the mansion and go with you." He was afraid she wouldn't be able to handle it alone.
Yi Ning shook her head and said, "... Third brother, you don't have to go back with me." She was not a child who had to rely on him for everything. Besides, the affairs of the Luo family and the court were already busy enough for him.
She turned around and whispered to Cheng Lang, "...Tell me about what happened on the way."
Cheng Lang responded with "OK".
Lin Hairu hurried over and couldn't help but feel strange when she saw Luo Shenyuan... He had slapped him the night before. After clarifying the matter, Lin Hairu quickly ordered the servants to prepare the carriage. Yi Ning's suitcases were briefly packed and immediately loaded onto the carriage. Luo Shenyuan saw Cheng Lang helping her onto the carriage, who also brought his guards. The carriage quickly left the alley.
Before leaving, Luo Shenyuan glanced at Yi Ning. She seemed quite calm, and her profile showed nothing unusual. But Yi Ning had always been under his protection, and after going to the Duke of Yingguo's mansion, she was also under the protection of the Duke of Yingguo. Now that the Duke of Yingguo was gone, who would protect her?
Luo Shenyuan stood there for a while before turning back and entering the mansion. He saw Lin Hairu and her maids standing under the veranda waiting for him. The opera troupe in the mansion had just dispersed.
The two of them entered the study.
Lin Hairu said, "Mrs. Xie asked me about you today. I've taken a look at Miss Xie Yun, and to be honest, she's truly outstanding. Although I like Yi Ning, I have to admit that if we get married, Yi Ning can't compare to her... If what happened last night was just a momentary impulse, I understand, and it will never happen again. But you must abide by your duties as a brother and don't do such ridiculous things again." Her tone tightened, "But if you are sincere to her, what should we do! Now that her father has been wronged by you..."
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