Chapter 82 Who is this visitor? Although I don't recognize this face...
Guard Zhang glanced at Guard Fang, understanding the meaning in her eyes, and replied, "Commander Ye did not assign us two to duty separately, so the duty of protecting your safety will continue unless the higher-ups order us to be assigned other tasks."
Fu Jun naturally knew the real reason, but he didn't say much, only saying, "Alright! Let's go then! I need to go back to the clinic to see if Su Zi has woken up yet."
Guard Fang and Guard Zhang exchanged a glance, a hint of surprise flashing in their eyes. They probably hadn't expected Fu Yun to cooperate like this. Normally, the matter of the shop would have been resolved by today, and most people wouldn't want someone following them around all the time. Moreover, with Young Master Su's wisdom, it was impossible for him not to guess that while they were ostensibly protecting his safety, they were actually monitoring his every move.
Yet he remained so calm and composed, as if it were commonplace, showing no displeasure whatsoever.
No wonder the Empress favored him so much; he was truly incomparable to ordinary men.
Fu Yun didn't care whether the two of them responded or not, and set off on the road to Jichun Hall.
Seeing this, Guard Fang and Guard Zhang didn't have time to lead the horse over, and quickly followed Fu Yun's footsteps.
Fu Yun did not suggest riding a horse, which suggests that he wanted to walk there.
After walking for a while, Guard Fang suddenly said, "Young Master Su, Commander Ye has secretly arranged for people to protect Young Master Lu and Young Master Cheng. You can rest assured about their safety."
Fu Yun accepted the surveillance without hesitation because he had already guessed that Lu Zhisheng's sudden accident in public today would be a natural reaction to Ye Lan's concern for him, given her current level of attention towards him. He understood that she would want to protect her beloved's safety.
As for being constantly monitored, although he was somewhat bothered by it, it didn't really matter to him. He was upright and honest, and he wasn't afraid of being watched.
Although Fu Yun knew exactly what was going on, she didn't show it. Instead, she thanked her and said, "Then thank you for her kindness."
The three of them remained silent for the rest of the journey.
Just as they were about to arrive at the clinic, they ran into General Qian, who had a solemn expression. She was leading a group of people and walking hurriedly toward the city gate.
General Qian naturally saw Fu Yun as well, but she did not stop. Instead, she quickly said, "Young Master Su, I have important matters to attend to today and it is inconvenient for me to talk to you for too long. Let's discuss this in detail when we meet tomorrow."
Fu Jun quickly replied, "Okay, then let's talk about it tomorrow."
After receiving the response, General Qian quickened his pace and hurried toward the city gate.
Just a hundred meters ahead was the clinic, when a tall, elegant masked man in black suddenly emerged from under a large tree on the right side of the road and blocked Fu Yun's path.
Although this person was masked, his extraordinary figure alone was enough to clearly convey his remarkable temperament.
Both guards Fang and Zhang's expressions tightened, and just before he could get close to Fu Yun, they drew their swords and stood in front of Fu Yun with lightning speed. The sharp blades were pointed directly at the black-clad man's face; if she took a step forward, blood would surely splatter on the spot.
Guard Fang demanded in a stern voice, "Who are you? State your name!"
The masked man in black didn't even frown. He merely glanced coldly at Guard Fang before calmly looking at Fu Yun, a hint of something deeper in his eyes. He spoke in a low voice, "I've come to see Young Master Su."
Fang, the guard, was about to unleash a powerful sword move when Fu Yun stopped her in time: "Wait!"
The guard paused abruptly, looking at Fu Yun with surprise: "Do you know this person?"
Fu Jun smiled slightly and shook his head, saying, "I don't know him."
The masked man in black narrowed his eyes, his gaze turning colder.
Guard Fang asked, puzzled, "Then what about you?"
“Although I don’t recognize the face in front of me,” Fu Jun’s smile deepened, a hint of teasing in his eyes, “I do recognize the person behind her.”
Guard Fang and Guard Zhang looked puzzled: "?"
The cold light in the masked man's eyes faded considerably in an instant, and a faint, almost imperceptible smile appeared in his eyes.
Fu Yun explained to Guard Fang and Guard Zhang, "It's alright, she's not a dangerous person, she knows me. She's just joking with me right now, you don't need to be nervous. You can go to the clinic and wait for me, I'm going to see an old friend, I'll be back in a bit."
“But…” Guard Zhang was clearly still uneasy and wanted to say something more.
"Alright, we should trust Young Master Su and not restrict his daily activities."
"Alright!" Upon hearing this, Guard Zhang had no choice but to compromise.
Fu Yun thanked Guard Fang, saying, "Thank you."
Guard Fang withdrew his gaze from the masked man in black and looked at Fu Yun, smiling faintly, "You're too kind. It's your right to interact with others."
Fu Yun nodded, without saying anything else, only saying, "Then I'll be right back. You can wait in the clinic."
After he finished speaking, he looked at the masked man in black and said, "Let's go!"
The masked man in black nodded slightly, completely ignoring the reactions of Guard Fang and Guard Zhang, and walked away.
Fu Yun walked with him forward, and only when they were gradually away from the street and pedestrians did Fu Yun ask, "What brings you out today? Have you finished your business at the palace?"
The masked man in black smiled, a faint smile playing in his eyes: "Even though I'm disguised like this, you still recognize me? How did you manage that?"
Fu Jun smiled slightly, his handsome brows and eyes full of spirit: "Everyone has a different build, different bones, and even their bone structure has its own characteristics. Although you are wearing a mask and your face has been disguised, your brow bone has not been specially modified. Therefore, it is not difficult for me to recognize you based on these three points."
Zhilan stopped pretending and her smile deepened in her beautiful eyes, which were full of admiration: "Su Zixin, I must say, your caution and meticulousness have once again impressed me."
Fu Jun chuckled and shook his head, saying modestly, "I dare not accept such praise. It's just that my habit of observing people and things from multiple perspectives has given me a better ability to discern than others."
He was actually quite curious about why Zhilan had left the palace this time.
"You came all this way to see me because you encountered something difficult?"
Zhilan glanced at Fu Jun, a half-smile on her face, and asked, "What? Can't I come to see you unless it's something important?"
Fu Yun quickly replied, "Of course not."
The two had now reached an arched bridge. The river below was crystal clear, and a thin man was squatting by the river washing clothes, exchanging a few words now and then—a scene of everyday life.
Willows sway gently along the riverbank, a light breeze caresses the scene—a sight we see every day—yet at this moment appears especially beautiful and comforting, bringing a wonderful sense of relaxation and tranquility.
The Mid-Autumn Festival was only ten days ago. The weather is neither too hot nor too cold, and the gentle breeze is very refreshing, making people feel happy and relaxed.
Fu Jun couldn't help but stop, put his hands behind his back, face the river, and quietly gaze at the murmuring water.
His voice was gentle and amiable: "But based on what I know about you, you wouldn't leave the palace incognito for no reason. You must have something to do, otherwise you wouldn't be dressed like this, right?"
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