Chapter 206 Wherever My Sister Goes, I Go
Xiao Jingchi tilted his head, and Shen He's calm face was reflected in his clear eyes.
"Where are you going, Sister Ahe?"
"A...very important place."
Chen He didn't say much and got on the carriage directly.
Seeing this, Xiao Jingchi stopped asking questions and followed obediently, holding up his clothes.
After receiving the order, the driver turned the horse around and drove in the opposite direction of the way he came.
The rumble of the carriage drove out of the bustling Suzaku Street.
The hustle and bustle around me gradually faded away, replaced by the loneliness of the countryside.
Xiao Jingchi, who had been chattering and asking questions just now, suddenly became quiet without him noticing.
He tilted his head and looked at the withered and yellow scenery rapidly receding outside the window. His eyes, which were always full of innocence, now seemed to be covered with a thin layer of twilight, so deep that there was no bottom.
Shen He keenly noticed his change.
She didn't say anything, just looked at him quietly.
The further we went, the more solemn the atmosphere in the carriage became.
It was a silent oppression, as if even the air had turned into a block of lead, hanging heavily on the heart.
Finally, the carriage stopped in front of a platform halfway up the mountain.
The driver's voice sounded outside, with a hint of respect, "Princess, we're here."
Shen He took a deep breath, as if he was about to make an important decision.
She didn't wait for the maid to help her, but opened the curtain of the carriage herself.
The moment the curtain was lifted, the afterglow of the setting sun poured in along with the bleak autumn wind.
What comes into view is a solitary stone platform, behind which stands a simple tombstone quietly.
In front of the monument, a few lush green pines and cypresses made a whimpering sound in the wind.
Luoyun Qintai.
Here is the cenotaph of Master Yan Qingxiu.
Chen He slowly got out of the car carrying a food box.
Xiao Jingchi followed closely behind. His footsteps were so light that they were almost inaudible, like a silent shadow.
Chen He pulled him, step by step, to the tombstone.
The tomb was cleaned spotlessly, not even a fallen leaf could be seen.
I guess it’s Second Master Yan who comes here often.
Chen He squatted down in front of the stele, took out several exquisite side dishes and a pot of warm wine from the food box one by one, and placed them neatly on the stone platform.
Those were some of Master’s favorite foods when he was alive.
After doing all this, she slowly stood up and stood beside Xiao Jingchi.
Her voice was very soft and gentle, as if she was afraid of disturbing the peace here.
"Sir, I am married."
She paused, turned her head, and her eyes fell on Xiao Jingchi, who was too quiet beside her. Then, she reached out and held his slightly cold hand.
"This is my husband, Xiao Jingchi."
"I am very happy, sir."
"Did you...see it?"
The moment the words fell, a gust of wind suddenly blew across the hills.
The wind was not as harsh as the one in autumn, but instead had an indescribable softness and gentleness, brushing across Chen He's cheek, like a gentle sigh from a gentleman.
Chen He's eyes suddenly turned red.
At this moment, Xiao Jingchi beside him spoke softly, breaking the silence.
His voice was low, with a barely perceptible hoarseness.
"Sister, who is this?"
Chen He blinked, forced back the tears, and answered softly.
"This is the most important person to my sister."
"It's Mr. Yan."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Jingchi nodded and said nothing more.
Chen He suddenly remembered that Xiao Jingchi, as a prince, had naturally studied at Yunshan Academy when he was young. Although his mind was damaged later, he must have recognized the world-famous Yan Qingxiu.
She looked at him and said softly, "Jing Chi, you should also pay your respects to the master."
Xiao Jingchi nodded again.
He let go of Chen He's hand, picked up three incense sticks that had been prepared long ago from the food box, and walked to the tombstone.
Without any hesitation, he bowed three times deeply and solemnly.
When he stood up, his eyes were fixed on the tombstone.
That look was too focused, too focused to be like that of a child.
After a moment, he seemed to come back to his senses, and his face returned to that ignorant and innocent expression.
He turned his head, blinked his big eyes, and looked at Shen He.
"Sister Ah He, are you crying?"
His voice was full of childlike concern, as if the man with deep eyes just now was just an illusion as the sun set.
Shen He shook his head, forcing a smile onto his lips.
However, the next moment, Xiao Jingchi suddenly opened his arms.
He didn't give her any time to react, and just came from behind and gently held her in his arms.
His chin rested on her shoulder, his warm breath brushing against the side of her neck.
This hug was a little clumsy, but also had an unquestionable firmness.
Shen He's body froze instantly.
Xiao Jingchi ignored her stiffness, but turned his face to the cold tombstone and spoke word by word in a childish yet extremely solemn tone.
"gentlemen."
"I will protect Sister He."
"Don't worry."
The wind whimpered, as if it was a silent response.
Chen He's tense body suddenly softened when he heard these words.
The tears that she had been holding back in her eyes could no longer be held back, and quietly slid down her cheeks, hitting the back of his arms that were around her, making them hot.
She smiled.
With tears, endless sadness and a hint of warmth, he smiled softly.
She didn't say anything, just let him hold her like this.
After a long time, she raised her hand and gently covered his hand that was held in front of her.
Her gaze returned to the tombstone, and her voice was as soft as a wisp of smoke.
"Sir, Qingyi has taken over Yunshan Academy."
"He said that the academy needs me now and wants me to go back and help him."
Her voice paused, with a hint of confusion that she herself was not aware of.
"Actually, I should go back, both emotionally and logically."
"But sir..."
"I don't know...what am I afraid of."
"Should I go back?"
She was asking her husband, and also asking herself.
The wound in my heart that had long been scabbed over seemed to be torn open again by the cold mountain wind.
The tragic scenes of the previous life seem like they happened just yesterday.
She was able to plan every step carefully and plot against Xiao Jingren, Shan Zhuyu and Shen Jiao because she had the upper hand and knew every step of their future.
But what about now?
Marrying Xiao Jingchi was the first stone she threw with her own hands, which had already stirred up completely different ripples on the lake of fate.
Everything that happened afterwards was like a wild horse running away from its reins, rushing in a direction that was completely unfamiliar to her.
She couldn't see clearly.
This feeling of losing control made her feel a long-lost fear from the bottom of her heart.
She subconsciously reached out and touched her waist.
Her fingertips touched a warm jade pendant. The four words engraved on it had already been stroked by her thousands of times.
Xiu gave Linglong.
It was carved for her by her husband himself when she came of age.
She held the jade pendant tightly in her palm, and the cold jade gradually took on her body temperature.
Just then, another gust of wind blew across the hills.
The wind blew up the loose hair on her temples, brushed her cheeks, and also blew the rings on her waist, making a crisp and pleasant jingle sound.
That voice was like a thunderclap, instantly splitting open all the fog in her heart!
Yes, what is she afraid of?
In her previous life, she was alone and yet she was able to crawl back from hell.
In this life, she has Xiao Jingchi, the Second Master Yan, and the Chen family. She is not fighting alone!
For the sake of Mr. Wang, to find out the real cause of his death, and to protect Yunshan Academy, the place he had dedicated his life to...
She shouldn't be afraid!
Chen He's eyes became extremely firm in an instant.
She made a solemn promise to the tombstone and to her own heart.
"Sir, I should go back."
"I'm not afraid anymore."
"For you, I want to go back too!"
As soon as she finished speaking, the arm around her waist suddenly tightened.
Xiao Jingchi's somewhat stubborn voice came from behind, ringing clearly in her ears.
"Where's my sister going?"
"That's where I'll go."
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