C19 Sons' Temple

Gu Changqing rubbed the back of his aching head as he looked around his surroundings. The incense was burning brightly and smoke was curling up. There were also many people around offering sacrifices and wishing for death.

There was no need to think to know who did this disgraceful thing. His front leg was still in the King Yan's Estate, so it was impossible for him to be here just like that, unless the King of Yan agreed to it.

Gu Changqing looked around at the women who were pious enough to be worshipped, and a strong sense of powerlessness arose in his heart.

His own daughter had fallen into the hands of others, yet he had come to ask for his own daughter, only to end up in such an awkward situation.

However, Gu Changqing was not a scholar who only knew how to read holy books, he was also a true man who had fought on the battlefield and hacked his way through enemies' heads, causing their blood to splash out for three feet.

This kind of self-pitying regret may exist, but it comes and goes as quickly as it comes.

Gu Changqing stood up and slowly walked to the door. Although the surrounding women were all pointing at him, they all followed their etiquette and did not make any noise.

Looking at the scorching sun, he estimated that it was already noon.

The surrounding trees were tall and low, the branches of the trees were hugging each other as they filtered the scorching sunlight until it was cool and refreshing. Even when the sunlight fell on Evergreen's body, he didn't feel uncomfortable.

The surrounding was verdant and verdant, and upon learning that they were hiding in the shade of the trees, squeaked incessantly.

Gu Changqing could not stay for a moment longer. He rushed back to the clan compound before nightfall.

"Old master is back!" When the housekeeper saw the sweating Gu Changqing, he rushed to Gu Changqing in just three steps as if he was looking at his savior, and said in a low voice, "Master, the crown prince is here."

Gu Changqing glanced at the steward and wondered why the crown prince had come to his residence.

He was suspicious but didn't dare to slow down as he rushed to the main hall.

Upon seeing Heir Gu drinking tea in his seat of honor, he bowed and said, "I didn't know that elder brother was coming. I was unwelcome by Evergreen. I hope elder brother will forgive me."

Seeing that Gu Changqing had returned, the son of the Southern Prince did not even bother to vent his anger after waiting for so long. Looking at the modest and well-mannered Gu Changqing, he did not know how to express his thoughts without arousing suspicion.

"I heard that you and King Yan have been quite close recently?" It was only after some hesitation that he asked the normal question.

Gu Changqing was stunned. He had only interacted with the King of Yan, how did the Prince of Yan know about it?

Even though he felt uncomfortable in his heart, his mouth showed no trace of modesty. He said, "Brother, could it be that you have misheard others' gossip? "Since we are in the same dynasty, it just so happens that His Majesty the Yan Emperor has been chatting a little since he was interested in protecting his family at the border. He can't really be considered to be close!"

Gu Changqing would rather die than admit that he had deep ties with the Yan King. After all, he was a martial general. If he was accused of colluding with the Yan King, his entire family would suffer.

He gritted his teeth and looked at Gu Changqing as if he was carrying a hook. Just looking at him was enough to gouge into his flesh.

"Don't think that I don't know about your little schemes. Let me tell you, don't think that you can find a backer just because you've gotten the Yan King …"

"Be careful, brother!" This was the first time that Gu Changqing had a pair of torch-like eyes as he solemnly looked at Heir Nan. He had actually managed to scare the Crown Prince.

"Elder Brother, we are both subjects of the Emperor." Please be careful, brother, and don't let this little one catch you in the wrong place. "

He looked at his little brother, who was like a pine tree, with disdain in his heart, but he was still very afraid.

The Gu Changqing of the past, although his achievements were illustrious, he could not be compared to the Gu Changqing of the past. Gu Changqing's mouth was also tightly sealed. He knew that he was no match for Han Li, and every time, he would silently listen to Han Li's reprimand.

But now, he actually dared to publicly interrupt him. Doesn't that mean that one day, he would be able to climb up on top of me?

In the eyes of outsiders, Gu Changqing, who had been close to Han Junyao since the day he was born, had become a person that the son of Nanxin couldn't touch.

After all, even if it was true, he didn't want to take a rock and smash his own foot.

As he thought of this, he couldn't swallow any of it in one breath. He angrily waved his sleeve and made a sound like a slap. He then said, "Do your best!" He then strode away.

Gu Changqing let out a sigh of relief as he watched Heir Nan's last piece of clothing disappear into the doorframe. He quickly took a few steps back.

Returning to the Gu Residence under the scorching sun was already very tiring, and now that he had engaged in a war of words with the Southern Crown Prince, Gu Changqing felt that it was much more tiring than fighting a big battle.

The butler quickly stepped forward to support Gu Changqing, asking worriedly: "Master, what's wrong?"

Gu Changqing waved his hand and said, "Tell the kitchen to make a few bowls of green bean soup for the summer. I want to go rest now that I'm tired."

The butler bowed and sent Gu Changqing off, and immediately began to prepare the green bean soup that Gu Changqing had ordered.

In the Residence of Yan, there were decorations everywhere. The interlaced eaves of the houses were plastered against each other, and a winding corridor twisted a thousand times.

The painted railings were beautifully carved by some brilliant craftsmen, as if anyone on them could fly out and dance with them.

The protective flower bells hung from the eaves to protect the plants from the nesting swallows were blown by the wind into a melodious tune. The flowers and plants under the eaves seemed to dance with the tune.

Gu Xi was sitting on the balcony, looking at the blossoming flowers on the ground. She reached out her hand as if she was picking a branch and inserted it into the room.

Unfortunately, Fang Qingzhu had been holding her skirt and looking for her for a long time, saying that it was time for lunch.

Gu Xi regretfully looked at the flower swaying in the wind. She should thank him tomorrow if he didn't break it today.

When the green bamboo arrived at the main hall, Han Junyao was already waiting. Gu XIxiu walked up guiltily and bowed in apology. She had been careless for a while and came too late.

Han Junyao cast a sidelong glance at her before saying coldly, "Serve the meal!"

The green-robed maidservant, who was serving by the side, received the order. She quickly retreated to the entrance before turning around to leave.

Gu Xi lowered her head. She didn't dare to intentionally provoke Han Junyao if he didn't say anything easily. The two of them just sat there in silence. Even if they sat there for a long time, Gu Xi could feel that the air around them had become drier.

"Why hasn't he come up yet?" Gu Xi couldn't stand this awkward yet silent atmosphere and turned to look at the green bamboo.

Green Bamboo was stunned for a moment. When he heard the Miss's question, he leaned forward and bowed. "Servant will go to the kitchen and ask her."

Before Qing Zhu could leave, the serving maid returned.

A plate of delicious delicacies was waved around the table, and the fragrant smell immediately made Gu Xi salivate.

The meal went well, and Han Junyao was about to leave after finishing it.

Gu Xi gathered up her courage and grabbed onto the corner of his sleeve. She looked at him eagerly. "Can I go to the study to read?"

Han Junyao stared at him with a dark expression. It was hard to tell if he agreed or not.

Gu Xi knew that her request was too presumptuous, but she had a reason to go.