Yan Yu hugged Su Liang's arm, leaned his head on her, and let out a long sigh, "I really hope to be with you in the future."
Su Liang pretended to be surprised, "You...could you be attracted to me?"
Yan Yu laughed, "Yes! If you were a man, I would definitely marry you!"
"The last girl who said this is getting married. I'll introduce you to you tomorrow." Su Liang chuckled.
"Is it Miss Lin?" Yan Yu asked.
Su Liang nodded.
In fact, Yan Yu's original personality was very similar to Lin Xueqing's. He had no worries about food and clothing since he was a child, and he was cared for and grew up. He was innocent and simple, gentle and sensible.
But after something unexpected happened, Yan Yu lost her family and became independent and mature.
Now, she could only feel so relaxed and comfortable in front of Su Liang.
Lin Xueqing's life is much smoother than that of Yan Yu. She has the care of her father and brother, the care of her friends, and the love of her lover. She will not be forced to grow up overnight and face the cold wind and rain of reality alone.
Speaking of Lin Xueqing, Su Liang remembered something, "You're here just in time. Please stay with me before you leave Beijing. I'll take the time to teach you some self-defense techniques."
Hearing this, Yan Yu rubbed Su Liang's arm and said, "You are so kind to me. I am weak and may not be able to study well, but I will work hard."
Su Liang said seriously, "Well, I'll let Nian Jincheng supervise you. One of his main tasks from now on is to teach you martial arts. As long as you are willing to learn, it's never too late to start. Even if you don't learn well, it's better than nothing."
Will be strong."
Yan Yu nodded, "I'll try my best."
…
The next day, Su Liang called Yan Yu and Nian Jincheng together and planned to teach them the art of disguise. There was no problem in making the disguise potion, she could provide it, but they had to master the method of disguise themselves.
Yan Yu and Nian Jincheng sat side by side across from Su Liang. Ning Jing was reading by the window. Su Liang called him, "Come over and help demonstrate."
Ning Jing raised his head and said, "Use them."
"That's okay." Su Liang looked at Nian Jincheng and Yan Yu, "Which one of you is willing to contribute your face?"
The two of them said in unison, "I'll do it."
"Xinnian will come first." Su Liang made the decision.
But before she even started to disguise Nian Jin, a customer came to her door.
Su Liang slapped her forehead and said, "I forgot. I went to Lin's house yesterday and made an agreement with Xue Qing to go to Huguo Temple together today."
"Let's talk about it when you come back." Nian Jincheng stood up and wanted to hide.
"Ningjing, if you don't go, will you teach Xiaonian how to disguise? I'll teach Yanyu later." Su Liang asked.
Ning Jing closed the book and stood up, "I'll go."
"This is a girl's house, what are you going to do?" Su Liang complained. Before she finished speaking, she heard Xing Yusheng's voice coming from outside.
Yan Yu followed Su Liang out. Lin Xueqing was stunned, "Who is this?"
Su Liang gave them a brief introduction. Although it was their first meeting, they had heard Su Liang mention each other before, so they were not completely strangers.
Yan Yu saw his former self in Lin Xueqing, and Lin Xueqing admired Yan Yu for managing such a large business of the Yan family by herself, and felt that she was particularly capable.
The two chatted for a few words and quickly became familiar with each other.
"Yan Yu, you and Xue Qing ride together in the car, and we ride horses." Su Liang made the arrangement.
After setting off, Xing Yusheng said that the Lin family brothers each went to pick up their fiancées, and several young masters from the Qin family would also go with them today.
Su Liang joked, "Why doesn't anyone organize a poetry and flower party? Is it appropriate for you to go on a date to a quiet place in Buddhism?"
Xing Yusheng coughed slightly, "The scenery of Huguo Temple is beautiful. My grandpa's birthday will be in three days, and you should receive an invitation from your cousin today."
"Then I have to think carefully about what birthday gift to prepare for the old man." Su Liang said.
Xing Yusheng smiled, "As long as you go, grandpa will be very happy. Uncle Lin taught my uncle the Tai Chi method you taught him. Grandpa said it was very exquisite. He is getting better and he wants to practice it. For this reason, he will give you
I’m preparing a thank you gift.”
"The old man is too polite." Su Liang's lips curled up slightly, "But I'm looking forward to it."
Xing Yusheng liked Su Liang's straightforwardness.
At the foot of the mountain, Su Liang met the second prince Duanmu Ao, and Su Liang was very calm.
But Duanmu Ao was somewhat jealous when meeting his enemies.
Especially, that time at Huguo Temple, Su Liang injured Duanmu Ao, which caused him to suffer from an ulterior disease. He tried many methods, but nothing has cured him so far, and he saw Su Liang becoming more and more proud.
"When will the two number one scholars get married? This prince will definitely prepare a generous gift! I believe that the second young master of the Xiao family is still alive and will be happy for you!"
Hearing Duanmu Ao's strange words, Su Liang looked calm and said, "I think the second prince and concubine must have spirits in heaven and will protect the second prince."
Duanmu Ao's expression froze, "What did you say?"
Su Liang smiled, "Sorry, can't I mention this? Just pretend I didn't say it."
Duanmu Ao looked angry, "Your grandfather killed my first wife, and you still dare to say those words to mock me? You are looking for death!"
Su Liang looked innocent, "Scorn? Your Highness the Second Prince must have misunderstood. I definitely didn't mean it. I just heard the Second Prince mentioning the Second Young Master Xiao, and I thought you missed the Second Prince's concubine."
"Su, Liang!" Duanmu Ao's eyes were cold and stern, "Don't think that because your father values you, I can't do anything to you!"
Su Liang laughed when he heard this, "It's broad daylight and everything is clear. Is His Highness the Second Prince threatening me? I'm so scared!"
Full of provocation.
Xing Yusheng frowned. Su Liang was by no means an impulsive person. Today, he seemed to be deliberately irritating Duanmu Ao. He didn't know what he wanted to do.
Many people around saw Duanmu Ao and Su Liang having an argument, which was very unpleasant.
But in the large crowd, Duanmu Ao finally endured his anger, said "We'll see", and went up the mountain first.
After Duanmu Ao left, Lin Xueqing and Yan Yu got out of the car, Su Liang got off the horse, and walked up the mountain together.
"You did it so obviously. If anything happens to the second prince next, you will be the first to be suspected." Xing Yusheng reminded Su Liang in a low voice.
Su Liang asked calmly, "If something happens to me, the second prince will be the first to be suspected, right?"
Xing Yusheng was stunned for a moment, "This is natural. What do you want to do?"
Su Liang shook his head, "Have you and Xue Qing set a wedding date?"
When Xing Yusheng heard this, he knew that Su Liang did not intend to tell him, so he did not ask any further questions.
"It's settled. The eldest brother will get married in March, the second brother will get married at the end of April, and Xueqing and I will get married on June 15th."
A most auspicious day.”
"Very good." Su Liang nodded.
"What about you?" Xing Yusheng asked. Regardless of whether the marriage is real or fake, since the words have been spoken, things must be done.
Su Liang looked at Ning Jing, "You choose a good day?"
Xing Yusheng coughed lightly, "Don't be so perfunctory, okay? My father intends to recognize you as his adopted daughter, so let me ask your opinion. If you are willing, the Xing family will be your natal family."
Su Liang was a little surprised, "Uncle Xing is too polite, thank him for me, but let it go."
It is of course a good thing for a woman to have her natal family to rely on. Since Xing Ji mentioned it, he didn't just say it casually. If Su Liang agreed, they would recognize each other and become relatives. From now on, Su Liang would be considered a member of the Xing family.
Su Liang believed that Xing Ji did not see her as outstanding and wanted to use her for anything, but just wanted to support her.
But she understood the good intentions, but she couldn't agree to this matter.
In fact, Su Liang likes Mrs. Xing and Xing Ji's personality, but the problem lies with her. She and Ning Jing both have "thunders", so it's not a problem to sever ties with friends, but they still have to keep a certain distance.
Xing Yusheng smiled and said, "That's fine. Although I want to hear you call me brother, it feels inappropriate to think that if you recognize my father as your adoptive father, you will have to call someone your adoptive mother."
Xing Yusheng never concealed his dislike for Miao.
Su Liang didn't say anything. She wasn't Xing Yusheng's biological mother. It wasn't a big deal if he didn't like her. He just kept his distance and didn't hurt each other. That was already a good situation.
After arriving at Huguo Temple, we waited for a while before the Qin family brothers, Lin family brothers and Min family sisters arrived.
Yan Yu was brought here by Su Liang, and she introduced it to everyone.
Qin Yujin was very surprised, "I didn't expect that the head of the Yan family in the rumors would be so young and beautiful. You are really amazing. I also want to thank you. The dress I am wearing today was given to me by Sister Liang. I think it was a blessing from you."
"
Yan Yu smiled and said, "Miss Qin is so polite. It's my honor."
Su Liang met Min's twin sisters again. They were very similar in appearance and temperament, elegant and generous, and spoke well.
When everyone went to the mountains behind Huguo Temple to play, Su Liang remembered Cheng Yunlai whom Yan Shiba had asked her to take care of, and planned to go and have a look.
Ning Jing, who had always had no presence in the crowd, also left the back mountain with Su Liang.
"It's just a big date." Su Liang complained a little, "I knew I wouldn't come."
Even if they are engaged, unmarried men and women will be gossiped about when they go out alone. So although Xing Yusheng goes to see Lin Xueqing all day long, he always takes Qin Yujin as his companion.
Su Liang looked at the flirtatious expressions and felt that they were so well matched and cute, but her heart was still and she even felt a little bored.
The excitement and sweetness belong to others. What she wants to do most is to hang Duanmu Ao up and beat him...
The two of them went to the Sutra Pavilion, but were told that Cheng Yun was not here now, but had gone to the abbot and abbot's place.
The abbot of Huguo Temple was named Puhui, and Su Liang listened to his lectures.
"You must be familiar with the abbot, right? Why don't you go?" Su Liang whispered. "Ningjing" has lived in Huguo Temple for a long time, so don't let the eminent monk recognize him.
"Okay." After Ning Jing finished speaking, he changed direction and quickly disappeared in front of Su Liang without saying where he was going.
Su Liang thought he might have gone to see the place where he used to live, but didn't care. After asking for directions, he went to the abbot's courtyard.
Cheng Yun was sweeping the floor in the courtyard when he heard someone calling him. He looked up and saw Su Liang, so he put the broom up in the corner and walked over.
"Amitabha, donor Su has something to do with the young monk?" Chengyun asked.
Su Liang nodded, "Come out for a moment."
Chengyun followed Su Liang to a big tree. Su Liang confirmed that no one was around, and then asked Chengyun, "Yan Jiujiu hasn't come to see you recently, has he?"
Hearing this, Cheng Yun sighed and shook his head, "Donor Yan came here a few days ago. Can Donor Su..."
"Yes, as long as I see her, I will advise her to stay away from you." Su Liang smiled and said, "Nothing else. Today I am going to Huguo Temple with my friends to see how you are doing."
Chengyun nodded, "Thank you, Almsgiver Su, for your concern. Everything is fine, little monk."
Su Liang suddenly thought of it and asked, "Are there any medical books in the Sutra Pavilion of Huguo Temple?"
Chengyun was slightly startled and nodded, "There are some medical classics."
He was previously assigned to sort out the ancient books in the Sutra Pavilion, so he knew this.
Su Liang asked, "Is the abbot here? I want to borrow a book."
"Almsgiver Su, please wait here while the young monk goes to ask the abbot and uncle." After finishing his words, Cheng Yun entered the courtyard again.
Su Liang stood under the tree and waited. About a quarter of an hour later, Chengyun came out and invited her in.
Master Puhui had a kind face and kind eyes. When he saw Su Liang, he smiled and said, "I heard from Chengyun that Almsgiver Su is a doctor with excellent medical skills. Would you like to borrow the medical classics from Huguo Temple?"
Su Liang nodded, "Yes."
"Chengyun, go to the Sutra Pavilion, take out the medical scriptures and give them to Almsgiver Su." Master Puhui ordered.
"Thank you, Master." Su Liang thanked him.
"Donor Su, please return it in time after reading it." Master Puhui smiled.
Su Liang followed Chengyun to the Scripture Collection Pavilion. She was waiting outside. Chengyun went in and took out a few books, wrapped them in a piece of coarse cloth and handed them to her, "There are five books in total."
"Thank you." Su Liang came up with the idea after meeting Cheng Yun. It was an unexpected surprise that he borrowed it. He planned to go home and copy it down.
When Su Liang went to the back mountain with the book, as soon as she saw the figure, a masked man in black appeared and came towards her with a sword to kill her!
The weather was fine today, and there were many young men and ladies in the mountains behind the Huguo Temple. Someone soon discovered that Su Liang was fighting with someone.
When the news spread, Xing Yusheng and the others rushed over.
Lin Bojun came to help, but was no match for the assassin.
After Xing Yusheng called Qi Yan and Qi Jun over, the assassin gave up and left.
"Su Liang, are you okay?" Yan Yu looked nervous.
Lin Xueqing and Qin Yujin also ran over and looked Su Liang up and down, fearing she would be injured.
Su Liang breathed a sigh of relief, "I'm fine. But that assassin is very powerful. If it weren't for Brother Lin's help, I might not be his opponent."
Xing Yusheng asked Qi Yan Qijun to chase the assassin, but Su Liang stopped him, "Stop chasing, I don't want anyone to get into trouble because of me."
As a result, word quickly spread in Huguo Temple that Su Liang, the top martial scholar, had been assassinated.
Someone said that before going up the mountain, Su Liang had a conflict with the second prince Duanmu Ao.
Putting the two things together, it is easy to make people suspect that the person who assassinated Su Liang was related to Duanmu Ao.
The group ate vegetarian food at Huguo Temple before going down the mountain.
Su Liang and Ning Jing forgot about Nian Jincheng again. Yan Yu remembered that he was alone at home, and learned that the vegetarian food at Huguo Temple could be taken away, so he brought him a portion.
After returning home, Yan Yu saw Ning Jing entering Su Liang's room. Knowing that they had something serious to discuss, she went to find Nian Jincheng.
"I don't know if Duanmu Chen has received any news from the Xiao family." Su Liang said.
Today at Huguo Temple, the master who assassinated her was actually Ningjing in disguise.
This is called preemptive strike. Everyone knew that she had a deep conflict with Duanmu Ao, so in order to prevent Duanmu Ao from playing tricks to frame her, she took the initiative to blame Duanmu Ao.
Anyway, being idle in peace is also idle.
…
At this time, in Prime Minister Xiao's mansion.
Duanmu Chen was sitting in the study of Prime Minister Xiao Qi, and both his grandfather and grandson were silent.
After the tea had cooled, Duanmu Chen spoke again, "Grandpa, I originally didn't want to interfere with my cousin's affairs. But I didn't expect that Su Yuanzhou's granddaughter returned to the capital alive and came with bad intentions. I admit that I wanted to win over her, but this doesn't mean
Easy. Recently I discovered that she is secretly investigating the Su family’s extermination. That’s why I came here today to ask about the cause of my grandpa’s cousin’s death.”
Xiao Qi sighed, "A young girl who knows some boxing and kicking skills is not worth your attention, right?"
Duanmu Chen shook his head, "Grandpa, don't underestimate Su Liang. The death of the Su family is directly related to my cousin. I need to confirm that my cousin was murdered and that the Xiao family and my cousin did not make any mistakes in that matter. Otherwise, if I win over Su Liang and she stabs me in the back, I will be ruined."
"Of course the Xiao family is not wrong!" Xiao Qi said with a serious face.
Duanmu Chen's eyes narrowed slightly, "Grandpa, let me ask you one last time, what happened that year and why did my cousin die? I need to know the truth before I can decide how to act! Don't think that the incident has passed and Su Liang is still alive. I can't get through it! If grandpa doesn't even have this little trust in me, who can I rely on?"
Xiao Qi's face turned ugly, and after being silent for a while, he said, "It was the prince who killed Mu Lian! I don't know who did the death of the Su family, but it was the prince and the second prince who did it! "