"Of course, if I did something so bad, how could I appear bad if no one saw it, right?"
That's a lot...
It seems to make sense, yet it seems not to make sense; it seems to have a problem, yet it seems to have no problem. It's very strange.
"If I had known you were this capable, I wouldn't have helped you teach them a lesson, and there wouldn't have been any trouble to deal with afterwards."
Xie Lingqin looked at the noisy scene ahead with a calm and serene expression.
Xie Danling was startled upon hearing this.
Help him?
Was she really helping him just now?
Xie Lingqin turned her head and unexpectedly met Teacher Xu's gaze.
That gaze, clear and bright, seemed to hold the gentle flow of water, as if it could see into a person's heart with a single glance, making one's heart tremble involuntarily.
Xie Lingqin realized she had lost her composure, quickly regained her senses, and smiled calmly, "Teacher Xu?!"
"My name is Xu Yiran, courtesy name Weizhen. I am in charge of qin music at Huangshan Academy. I have heard of Miss Xie's talent and elegance. Today I have seen her, and indeed the rumors are nothing compared to her beauty."
These words were clearly a compliment, but the sincere tone and Qingliu's clear eyes made them pleasant to hear.
Xu Yiran?
Zi Weizhen!
This name...
Xie Lingqin unconsciously took another look at the man.
With bright eyebrows and sparkling eyes, gentle and refined, elegant and aloof, his personality is like water.
Yes, if there is anything to describe the man before me, it is water, clear water reflecting the distant green mountains under the sunlight.
"Many talented men were born in this kingdom; the kingdom thrived, a pillar of the Zhou dynasty; many talented men brought peace to King Wen..." Xie Lingqin suddenly murmured.
"Miss Xie is indeed clever and insightful, with exceptional talent." Xu Yiran smiled faintly and praised her.
Not to mention Xu Yiran, even Zihe behind her couldn't help but be taken aback.
Although she knew that her mistress was extraordinary, this was the first time she had ever heard her recite poetry, and in such a way... a poem that she herself couldn't quite understand.
"The poem is a good poem, and the name is a good name. Teacher Xu, do you intend to become a pillar of the nation?" As Xie Lingqin spoke, her light gaze swept around before landing on Xu Yiran.
The meaning is clear: to be a teacher at this academy and only teach music and instruments is surely a disservice.
"If one's heart is filled with concern for all living beings, and all people are united, then every action, every word, and every day is a contribution to the world." Xu Yiran nodded in response.
The sounds were like flowing water, rushing in from the horizon, clearly turbulent yet calm.
"Well, then, Teacher Xu has really worked hard." Xie Lingqin smiled, and then looked up at the front, where the dean had already sent people to clean up the mess of Xu Shixun and the other boys.
The implication is that, not to mention the general public, even getting these few teenagers into the official ranks would likely take some time.
"Oh……"
Xu Yiran didn't offer any explanation, but smiled gently, her bright eyes blooming like orchids, exuding elegance.
"Farewell."
Xie Lingqin didn't linger any longer. She glanced at Xie Danling, then left with Zihe without saying anything.
Xie Danling was surprised, confused, and bewildered.
Her sister, this devilish sister, is also so talented?
Teacher Xu's calligraphy is so outstanding; he... has been reading books for so many years, yet he has never appreciated it.
"Danling has a good older sister." Xu Yiran smoothed the wrinkles on her sleeves, looked at Xie Danling, and spoke softly. Then she turned around, her green sleeves fluttering.
Xie Danling scratched his head, somewhat confused.
Mr. Xu seems easy to get along with, and he is friendly and polite to everyone. However, he always has a great sense of distance, a feeling that is sometimes there and sometimes seems like an illusion.
But just now, when she was with her sister, that calm and approachable feeling that Teacher Xu had...
Xie Danling looked towards the gate again.
The distant mountains remained unchanged, and Xie Lingqin could still be seen in the distance, her head bowed and her expression composed as she boarded the carriage.
This older sister is... quite likable.
...
Inside the carriage, Xie Lingqin and Zihe settled in before the driver set off.
"Zihe, what were your thoughts when you looked at Xu Yiran just now?"
Xie Lingqin took a book off the side of the car, flipping through it as she casually asked questions.
As soon as Zihe got into the carriage, her face fell, and she shook her head, saying, "I can't explain it."
"oh?"
Xie Lingqin looked up from the book in her hands and looked at her. "Tell me about it."
"I've heard of this Teacher Xu before, when I was at the Crown Prince's residence. He comes from a noble family, though his family has fallen on hard times. He is an unparalleled musician, skilled in all kinds of musical instruments. When he plays, butterflies flutter around him. Once, the Emperor even invited him to the palace to play for him, but he refused. At the time, everyone thought he was going to die. But he simply sent a letter to the Emperor, and the Emperor didn't pursue the matter any further. Later, the Emperor had Teacher Xu's letter copied and posted for public viewing. Every word was heartfelt and concerned for the country and its people. Then, the Emperor invited Teacher Xu to Huangshan Academy."
After Zihe finished speaking, she smiled again, "Speaking of which, this happened several years ago, but this is the first time I have met this Teacher Xu."
"Then what did you mean when you said earlier that you couldn't say for sure?" Xie Lingqin asked again.
Zihe shook her head, then nodded. "Perhaps it's the innate intuition of martial artists. This young master Xu seems good in every way, but I always feel that he has ulterior motives."
Upon hearing this, Xie Lingqin chuckled softly, her eyes sparkling, "You noticed it all. Tell me, how could the Emperor not have noticed?"
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