Chapter Thirty-Seventh: The Parents of the Lin Family, Lin Yang
Lan Chen frowned slightly.
Lin Dongshuang actually said good things about him?
Unbelievable...
Glancing out of the corner of his eye, he only saw Lin Dongshuang's slightly red cheeks.
Lan Chen couldn't help laughing.
"Come on, come in and sit down. Shuang'er, you girl, you don't even know how to invite us in for a cup of tea when guests come." Lin Yang patted Lin Dongshuang's forehead lovingly and walked straight into the house.
The two people were left looking at each other.
"Let's go, Shuang'er."
"How could you call me Shuang'er!" Lin Dongshuang scolded her eyes angrily.
"Haha, I'm so happy. I never thought you would say nice things about me."
"I just followed what dad said. When it comes to you, he is full of expectations for you. Although I don't know why, I don't want to pour cold water on him. Besides..." After a slight hesitation, Lin Dongshuang said
"You are indeed a little different now. Not only your conversation, but also your temperament is a little different."
Lan Chen stopped, a little in disbelief, Lin Dongshuang would still say good things about him?
"But so what. You are still not worthy of my sister. Why don't you take this opportunity to cancel the engagement?"
"Hahaha......"
Lan Chen smiled and didn't pay much attention to it, silently following behind Lin Dongshuang.
The Lin Mansion is naturally far grander than the Lan Mansion. Whether it is the layout, courtyards, or gardens, there are many more servants than the Lan Mansion.
There is also a small lake with carp, which makes you forget to leave after enjoying the leisurely and elegant atmosphere.
The interior of the hall is even more luxurious, with various furnishings, paintings and calligraphy that are extraordinary at first glance.
He was seated in response to the call, drank tea in response, and was quite leisurely.
When she heard Lan Chen praise her as "good tea", Lin Dongshuang couldn't help but roll her eyes. If Lin Yang hadn't done this, she might have had to argue with Lan Chen.
Isn't this just nonsense? How could the Lin family serve the guests with inferior tea?
Seeing the gloomy and uncertain look on his little daughter's face, Lin Yang couldn't help laughing, and even joked, "Shuang'er, if it feels uncomfortable to stay here, just leave. Haven't you been busy for several nights? Go and have a rest."
"Dad, I won't. I'm going to stay and see what you want to say to Lan Chen."
"Hahaha, Lan Chen, please forgive me, I just dote on my little daughter too much, which makes her behave like this."
"No, no, Shuang'er... Lin Dongshuang, Miss Lin, has taken great care of me since she came to Xuzhou. If it weren't for her, I wouldn't be sitting here now. I heard before that you were going to visit the mansion.
Japan. Unfortunately, I am busy with my livelihood and have only now got some free time. I have prepared a small gift for you, but please accept it."
Lan Chen quickly handed over the flower box.
"Oh? Can you open it?" Lin Yang said with a smile in his eyes,
"Please."
When I opened it, I saw that the box contained tea leaves.
The fragrance hits your face, slips into your nose, and brings you joy.
The leaves are large, the stems are straight, and the color is bright.
You can tell it is good tea without brewing it.
Lin Yang was full of praise, "What a green mountain yellow tea. This must be the spring tea produced by the so-called century-old tea tree."
"As expected of Uncle Lin, you can see this."
"The more you taste, the more you know. It will cost you this time." Lin Yang looked at Lan Chen with relief.
To buy such good tea, you need not only some money, but also some discernment.
"To put it bluntly, as far as Uncle Lin's care for me is concerned, it's just a drop in the bucket."
"Haha, that should be a way of honoring my future father-in-law. It's a pity that my eldest daughter has gone off to war with the army, so I can't bring her to Xuzhou."
Such straightforward words made Lin Dongshuang panic, but for a while, she couldn't say anything.
"If your father knew how you look like now, I don't know how happy he would be. Alas." Lin Yang shook his head helplessly, "Do you know about your father?"
"I know a little bit, but I said something above the imperial court, which made Long Yan furious, and he was demoted to a distant place." Lan Chen said word by word, and at the same time, he was quietly observing Lin Yang's expression.
After all, Lan Chen was not in the capital and did not know the situation that day. I will not say who can be trusted for the time being.
You know, this Lin Yang is also from the capital. I wonder if he is eyeing the 'treasure' hidden in Lan Mansion just like 'Mr. Chen'!
Not to mention the sudden mention of 'engagement'.
"Sigh." Lin Yang thought to himself and said regretfully, "It turns out that your father was also promoted by me, but he was too stubborn and offended many officials. He was indeed framed that day, and I happened to be away from the court.
Only then was he demoted to a distant place."
"What about my mother?"
"I also went with him. All the family in the capital went to the borderlands. Only you stayed in Xuzhou and were not affected. It has been two years since the emperor blamed you. I have also prepared assistance. I will not die of hunger, but I am afraid that some
It’s an emergency.”
"That's it..." Lan Chen nodded, stood up and bowed solemnly, "Thank you, Uncle Lin."
"It's okay, it's okay." Lin Yang was a little confused and said quickly, "Never mind the friendship between our two families, your father had no intention of staying in the capital as an official, or I thought he had a companion in the capital to persuade him to come, so he became a traitor.
count."
"It's all about fate."
Lin Yang wrinkled his eyes and stared at Lan Chen in surprise. His eyes flickered, as if there was something unclear, but then it disappeared. "Just be open-minded. I heard that you are having a bad time in Xuzhou."
It’s also cheerful. Is there any place I can recommend?”
"Dad!" Lin Dongshuang's eyes widened, not understanding what Lin Yang was talking about.
Lin Yang ignored Lin Dongshuang and looked directly at Lan Chen, saying, "I've never been to Xuzhou before, so why don't you take me there for fun? I'll also make some friends."
Lan Chen picked up the tea cup, took a sip, and then picked his ears lazily, "I'm sorry that I can't obey the order. Today is no better than before, and I am no longer the person who only knows how to eat, drink and have fun."
"Then what are your plans now?"
"It's not bad to stay in Xuzhou alone." Lan Chen raised the corner of his mouth and smiled widely.
"That's it..." Lin Yang nodded, a moment of disappointment flashed in his eyes, and sighed, "Forget it, when I come to Xuzhou this time, I also want to drop by to see how you are doing, at least...
I have lived up to your father's trust in me."
"Uncle Lin..." Lan Chen bit his lower lip slightly, his eyes were a little blurry, and then he seemed to be determined before he said, "Is there anything I can do to help?"
"This?" Lin Yang smiled bitterly, "Forget it, no need to say more, after seeing you today, I think no matter what the outcome is, it will end well."
After saying that, Lin Yang even covered the tea lid and signaled to see off the guests.
Lan Chen also woke up and stood up. "It's getting late, I won't disturb you anymore," he paused, and then said, "Before leaving, I would like to ask you boldly, has the situation reached the final stage?"