vrcanaries Chapter 395 is completely unrelated!
Chapter 395 is completely unrelated!
Xie Yanli harbored suspicions, but remained outwardly composed.
He then asked a few more casual questions.
Meng Chen suppressed his shock and answered each question carefully.
When Meng Chen came out of Qinglan Courtyard, his back was soaked with cold sweat.
The two subordinates also noticed Meng Chen's unusual behavior, but they held back from speaking.
I didn't ask until I got back to my place.
"Boss, what's wrong?"
Meng Chen did not answer, but stared intently at the bluestone floor in front of him.
After a long while, I heard his deep voice.
"Go and find out where Lord Xie will be going tomorrow. I need to see him."
The two subordinates exchanged a glance, somewhat bewildered, but still bowed and withdrew to carry out their duties.
Meng Chen sat in the chair and sighed heavily.
what on earth is it?
Is it really possible for two people who are not related by blood to look exactly alike?
It's so similar!
Xie Yanli is practically a carbon copy of his father when he was young!
Meng Chen lowered his eyes.
He needs to investigate this matter thoroughly.
Qinglan Courtyard.
“This Li Qiubai…” Qin Jiuwei didn’t finish speaking before turning to look at the person beside her.
Xie Yanli's eyes were as deep and dark as a still pool.
Hearing this, she nodded slightly. "Like Chu Yi, they are probably both from the Great Liang."
As he spoke, he couldn't help but ponder.
Could it be that the person who looks like him is also from Daliang?
Qin Jiuwei walked to Xie Yanli's side and put her hand on his shoulder. "I'll send a message to my uncle later and ask him to come over tomorrow. Then he'll know what's going on."
"Okay, it's up to you."
Xie Yanli raised his hand and placed it on the back of Qin Jiuwei's hand, pressing down with his fingertips, and looked at her tenderly.
The following day, at the main courtyard.
Meng Chen walked to the main courtyard, and as soon as he stepped into the courtyard, he saw a person standing in the main house.
The man was tall and imposing, standing in front of the mourning hall.
He was wearing a plain-colored robe, with his hands behind his back, and broad shoulders.
Meng Chen scrutinized the other party for a moment, and vaguely guessed their identity.
This must be Lord Xie.
He sent people to investigate.
Since the passing of Lady Hou, Lord Xie has come to the main courtyard every morning to offer three sticks of incense to her before leaving.
Meng Chen also knew a lot about Lord Xie and his wife.
Hearing about Lord Xie's actions, he found it laughable.
He wasn't necessarily that good to her when she was alive, but he started to love her after she died.
Is this affection meant for ghosts?
These people are really interesting.
Meng Chen stopped and was about to speak when Lord Xie keenly noticed the movement behind him.
He slowly turned around, his gaze steady yet sharp. "Who are you?"
Meng Chen quickly stepped forward and respectfully replied, "Your Highness, I am Meng Chen, the newly appointed tutor of Young Master Jue. I have come to pay my respects."
Lord Xie looked Meng Chen up and down, his tone scrutinizing.
"Why is Jue-ge'er's tutor here instead of in the front yard?"
Meng Chen bowed respectfully, neither humble nor arrogant.
"Your Excellency, I have come to offer incense to the Lady of the Marquis."
"I have long admired the Lady Hou's kindness and virtue. Now that I have come to your residence, I would like to offer incense to the Lady Hou and pray that she may rest in peace soon."
Upon hearing this, Lord Xie's tightly furrowed brows relaxed somewhat.
Taking the opportunity, Meng Chen raised his eyes and subtly scrutinized Lord Xie.
The eyebrows and eyes... don't look right.
The nose and mouth... don't look right.
Meng Chen looked them over and his heart sank.
Lord Xie and Xie Yanli are completely unrelated!
Lord Xie glanced at Meng Chen, a hint of displeasure rising in his heart.
This new teacher is far too arrogant and rude! He doesn't act like a scholar at all!
"Since you've come to offer incense, then hurry up and offer it," Lord Xie coldly interrupted Meng Chen's thoughts.
Meng Chen realized his mistake, immediately bowed, offered incense, and then left.
When he walked out of the main courtyard, his mind was still a complete blank.
All my thoughts were in a jumbled mess.
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"uncle."
Qin Jiuwei stood at the entrance of the Marquis's residence, a smile in her eyes.
Jiang Ling looked up at her, a kind smile on his face.
Qin Jiuwei stepped aside to invite him into the mansion and said softly, "Uncle, tea and refreshments have been prepared in the courtyard, just waiting for you."
Jiang Ling smiled and nodded, then followed Qin Jiuwei into the Marquis's residence.
The two walked and talked.
“Jiuwei, I have read your letter from last night, but I really can’t figure out what could be wrong with Li Qiubai.”
Qin Jiu smiled without saying a word, "Your uncle will know when he sees him."
She led Jiangling toward Qinglan Courtyard, and as they passed a corner, they bumped into someone.
Jiang Ling's eyes lit up immediately, "Qiu Bai!"
Meng Chen lowered his eyes, deep in thought.
The voice suddenly rang in my ears, and it took me a while to recover.
This is calling him!
Meng Chen immediately raised his eyes, quickly changing his expression and recalling his memories.
"Brother Jiangling, it's you!"
He smiled and spoke in an instant.
Jiang Ling strode closer. "I heard you fell ill on your way here. Are you feeling better now?"
Meng Chen smiled gently, "I'm fine now, thank you for your concern, Brother Jiangling."
Jiang Ling's eyes were filled with deep concern.
"That's good. I heard you had a difficult journey, and I was worried you wouldn't be able to get here on time. Fortunately, everything is alright."
He spoke slowly, a look of reminiscence on his face.
“I still remember when we were at Lotus Academy, you almost missed the imperial examination because of a cold. Back then, you stayed indoors all day and couldn’t even walk. I had to go and get a doctor for you. I wonder if you still remember?”
Upon hearing this, Meng Chen's eyes flickered slightly, and his mind raced.
Lotus Academy? Annual Examination?
Although he had investigated beforehand, such private matters were not something that could be easily discovered.
Meng Chen's fingers tightened slightly inside his sleeve.
"Of course I remember." Meng Chen coughed lightly before finishing his sentence, then smiled and said, "Back then, I owe a lot to Brother Jiangling, otherwise I wouldn't have had my later life."
He dealt with the situation by avoiding the main points.
Qin Jiuwei watched from the side, smiling without saying a word.