Yan Liang and Wang Lianhua worked together to swindle people without any mercy. One told Yu Huatian a bunch of seemingly reasonable but actually baseless information, while the other, without batting an eye, tricked Yu Huatian, who was desperately searching for him, and also tricked someone he didn't like—the two of them had absolutely no sense of remorse.
Yan Liang believed he was right; having given the information to Yu Huatian, he was a law-abiding citizen assisting in the investigation. Wang Lianhua, on the other hand, was stirring up trouble and watching the excitement. Moreover, he even vaguely sensed that Yan Liang's guess was highly likely to be true, and he was happy to see Yu Huatian busy.
The men Yu Huatian sent to investigate Liu Changmin are still on their way back. He also needs to investigate the Laifu Inn mentioned by "Flower Girl" in hopes of getting information about the young man in scarlet clothes. In addition, there is the strange smell on Liu Changmin's bed and the black jade hairpin found under the bed—he is indeed quite busy.
Although Yu Huatian didn't need to personally take action, he had reliable subordinates—but the fact that Yan Liang found the black jade hairpin that the Western Depot hadn't searched might cast doubt on their reliability—his subordinates would naturally do things for him, but with so much information mixed together, it was difficult to distinguish and there was no clue.
In conclusion, the Rain Supervisor is truly pitiful.
Yan Liang was unaware of Yu Huatian's busy schedule. Yu Huatian obviously wouldn't share the information he had found with him, and Yan Liang didn't even know why Yu Huatian wanted to lure Wang Lianhua out. But while the other party wouldn't say, Yan Liang himself was also trying to find ways to investigate the case.
Before that, he had matters to resolve.
#Yan Tanhua's Flirtatious Nature#
Previously, the story of Yan Tanhua's entangled love and hate with Miss Yuze and Miss Hua became a hot topic in the capital. However, after Miss Hua stayed at the Li residence for a long time, some people said that Yan Tanhua and Miss Hua had rekindled their old feelings, and Miss Yuze was already a withered flower by the bridge.
Look, ever since Miss Hua met Yan Tanhua, he hasn't visited Hongxiu Pavilion even once. Doesn't that clearly show he's completely forgotten about Miss Yuze?
Since ancient times, men have often been fickle, leaving behind only the beauty they could not enjoy.
The third-ranked scholar was dashing and charming, and the people of the capital were happy to watch his love stories with different girls. However, they were not the main characters themselves, and after watching the excitement, they could only sigh for Miss Yuze's bad luck in meeting the wrong person.
Yan Liang, who was inexplicably labeled a scumbag, was extremely annoyed. One day, when he remembered this matter, he decided to first clarify the relationship between Yan Tanhua and Miss Yuze in front of everyone. Although this would only make him even more of a scumbag, it was better to be involved with only one girl than two girls.
Moreover, these two girls are the same person from the beginning. If this rumor continues, it will cause trouble for the real Yuze.
So after getting off work and returning home, Yan Liang changed his clothes and prepared to go to Hongxiu Pavilion to sever ties with Miss Yuze, resolutely adding another layer of scum to his already scum-like reputation.
Before leaving, Wang Lianhua lamented his fickle nature: "You are truly a person who loves the new and tires of the old."
Yan Liang coldly replied, "Both of them are you, so how can you say you're fickle?"
Standing before Yan Liang, Wang Lianhua was still dressed in an apricot-colored dress, pretending to be a "flower girl." Wang Lianhua said that Yu Huatian was currently investigating him, and he planned to reveal his true identity after Yu Huatian stopped investigating. This reason was very reasonable and irrefutable. Li Xunle believed it, but Yan Liang did not.
According to Yan Liang, this person was clearly addicted to acting and wouldn't remove his disguise until he got bored.
...although he himself was not much different.
Wang Lianhua was very dedicated when he dressed up as a "flower girl," but that was in front of outsiders. When it was just the three of them, he would suddenly switch back to his natural voice, switching between various voices and gestures without any pressure. Yan Liang was used to it, but Li Xunle suffered because he was always startled.
Unable to tease Yan Liang (he had never even succeeded in teasing him), Wang Lianhua turned to tease Li Xunle.
Yan Liang described it as "boring," even though he was the only audience member who thoroughly enjoyed the play.
Now, as Li Xunle watched Senior Wang and his friend go back and forth, he felt a bit nauseous thinking about how the pretty face of "Flower Girl" was actually that of the famous Thousand-Faced Gentleman in the martial arts world, a friend of his father, and his senior. He once again admired Yan Liang for being able to act and talk with Wang Lianhua without changing his expression.
Yan Liang and Wang Lianhua chatted for a few minutes, then Yan Liang glanced at the sky and prepared to leave. Wang Lianhua, standing behind him, asked, "Do you want me to come with you?"
Yan Liang left without turning his head, leaving behind his answer.
"Bringing a new lover to meet your old flame, do you want to deepen the misunderstandings about me among the people of Beijing?"
Wang Lianhua... he really wanted to.
Yan Liang pushed open the door and went out, his destination very clear: the Red Sleeve Pavilion, which he had not visited for a long time.
Although the romantic tales of Yan Tanhua spread throughout the capital, few people had actually seen Yan Liang. Along the route from the Li residence to the Red Sleeve Pavilion, few people looked at him; only at the starting and ending points did the most people stare at him.
Despite the stares of the merchants and customers around Hongxiu Pavilion, Yan Liang calmly walked into the gate of Hongxiu Pavilion.
When the madam of Hongxiu Pavilion saw him, her eyes widened in surprise, and she was speechless. Yan Liang smiled at her and said, "I would like to see Miss Yuze. I wonder if she is available?"
He said this with a hint of helplessness and melancholy in his eyes, leaving much to the imagination.
The madam realized what was happening, but a troubled look appeared on her face: "A young master recently requested Miss Yuze... Perhaps the third-ranked scholar should wait a little longer?"
As soon as she finished speaking, a young man in black came down from the second floor. He had overheard their conversation and said to them as he came down, "I'm out now. If you want to go find her, then go ahead."
The madam hurried to greet him. She had been worried that the young man in black hadn't served Miss Yuze well enough since he'd come out early. The young man smiled and told her that he and Miss Yuze had chatted happily, but he had to leave early because of some family business. The madam was relieved and warmly saw the young man out. Yan Liang watched him leave, then was greeted by the madam's smiling face.
As the most beautiful courtesan, Miss Yuze was quite wealthy. The first time Yan Liang came here, he shared the cost with everyone else, and the second time, he was accompanied by the wealthy Wang Lianhua. This time, if Yan Liang wanted to see Miss Yuze, he had to pay for it himself. After taking out his silver, he felt a pang of regret for his purse as he went up to Miss Yuze's room on the second floor.
On the way, the madam whispered to him, "That young master has been coming to see Yuze for three days in a row. You must be careful, Scholar."
Yan Liang smiled helplessly and sadly, without saying a word.
Yuze remained seated behind her guqin, a gentle breeze ruffling the bed curtains. Yan Liang noticed the window was open, offering a clear view of the blue sky and green trees outside.
Miss Yuze smiled at him: "Young Master Yan."
Yan Liang nodded and smiled in return: "Miss Yuze."
The madam had already quietly closed the door and left. Yan Liang sat down at the table and expressed his desire to sever ties with "Miss Yuze." Miss Yuze nodded in understanding. She naturally knew about the rumors circulating in the capital about Yan Tanhua and the flower girl, and knew without a doubt that the flower girl was Wang Lianhua.
"Is the young master... not coming?"
Yuze seemed to be deep in thought.
“He’s currently obsessed with dressing up as a pretty girl and can’t come,” Yan Liang replied, while also relaying the message Wang Lianhua had asked him to convey: “Wang Lianhua said that if anyone asks about his identity, just tell them.”
Yuze paused, surprised that Yan Liang addressed Wang Lianhua by his given name, but still said the most important thing: "Two days ago, the Western Depot sent someone to ask me. I didn't reveal your name, only that you were my savior. Is that inappropriate?"
...Wow, Rain Master's movements are really fast.
Yan Liang sighed, and surprisingly, when Yu Ze's answer was put together with their bluffing words, it somehow made perfect sense.
“There’s nothing wrong with that.” Yan Liang smiled, revealing his teeth. “Well said.”
“Then I am relieved.” Miss Yuze smiled gently, and then said, “Young Master Yan came to see me today to say goodbye to ‘Miss Yuze’. May I play a piece of music for you?”
Yan Liang nodded in agreement: "Okay."
Yuze had a life of wandering since childhood, and only after meeting Wang Lianhua did she find a place to stay. She voluntarily entered the Red Sleeve Pavilion as the most beautiful courtesan, partly out of gratitude and partly hoping that Wang Lianhua would notice her. However, Wang Lianhua was arrogant and unrestrained, and to him, Yuze was just someone he had rescued on a whim, and he would not stop him from pursuing her.
She had thought that after Wang Lianhua arrived in the capital, the two of them would have more time to spend together.
But he didn't come.
It's better to not be able to come than to not want to come.
Yuze gently stroked the strings of her zither, producing a melodious and pleasant sound, but it could not conceal the sorrow within.
The young man in black was an old friend of Miss Yuze. Reunited with an old friend, they couldn't help but recall the past, their hearts filled with turmoil and unease, which was reflected in the music they played.
Yan Liang drank tea to the side, not looking at her, but staring at the leaves on the green trees outside the window, as if he could see flowers in those leaves.
...He's really not good at comforting people.
Yan Liang pondered deeply.
Although he could sense that Miss Yuze was not in a good mood, Yan Liang was powerless to help. He could only pretend to be calm, drink tea and listen to the zither, and then naturally bid farewell to Miss Yuze after the performance.
Yu Ze got up and saw Yan Liang to the door. Yan Liang nodded slightly to her and then turned and left the house.
Those around him saw Yan Liang leave Hongxiu Tower with a dejected expression, and began to speculate about what Yan Tanhua and Miss Yuze had said in that short time. Everyone guessed, and amidst the various rumors, news spread that Yan Tanhua and Miss Yuze had broken off their relationship.
Of course, the news didn't spread until a few days later, but at this moment Yan Liang felt that his decision was incredibly clever. At least he avoided a lot of trouble, even though he also got a reputation for being a scoundrel out of thin air.
Meanwhile, on the official road ten miles away from the capital, a carriage slowly made its way towards the city. Yan Shendu's younger brother, Yan Shenming, sat in the carriage, his heart filled with a mixture of joy and unease at the prospect of seeing his older brother, who had just passed the imperial examination and become a third-ranked scholar.
He never expected that the first person he would meet in the capital would not be his elder brother, but his "sister-in-law".
Author's Note: Yu Huatian: There are too many clues, I don't know where to start.
Yan Liang & Wang Lianhua: Hehehehe.
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