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Murong Shu Qing’s face still hangs a constant smile. Just let him look at her with no intention to dodge. She didn’t forget the basic hospitality. Right now, she’s a businesswoman, she cannot lose etiquette.

“Now that the two of you are here, it’s better to stay for a few days and enjoy the scenery. Please let us do the honour.”

“Then we’ll have to bother you.” The other man quickly answered. Murong Shu Qing sees an obvious frown on Xuan Yuan Yi’s face but the other simply plays with the fan in his hand. He smiled as if unaware of Xuan Yuan Yi’s dissatisfaction.

She’s very interested in this man. It doesn’t matter to accommodate two or more guests anyways. She also wanted to observe what kind of character does this legendary general have. “Lu Yi, guide the two sons to Feng Xuan Hall. Tell the others not to neglect our guests. If you’ll excuse me.” After a light bow, the white figure strode away.

“That composure…is she the one that you mentioned “unruly Murong Miss?” Pei Che Lang slowly sips the tea served to them. It looks like Murong House really has the money, this kind of tea is really hard to find.

“No.” Xuan Yuan Yi looked at the window and spit out the word. Murong Shu Qing before didn’t have such temperament. Because of her, he rarely visits Murong House. He didn’t know that Feng Xuan Hall has this shocking scenery. Two-story house surrounded with pine trees. There was a stone stand on the entrance with vigorous and bold calligraphy of the words – Feng Xuan Hall. In the room, you can clearly hear the sound of the wind blowing through the pine trees. The place was peaceful and calming.

“No? You’re saying that’s not Murong Shu Qing?” Pei Che Lang mischievously laughs.

“It’s her yet nothing like her.”

“Playing hard to get?” Pei Che Lang came forward and handed him a cup of tea while admiring the huge pine trees.

“Impossible.” He knew it’s impossible for Murong Shu Qing to have such temperament and charm. When she entered the room, his mind was a little entranced. Her face hanging an elegant smile and a casual att.i.tude with confidence, that moment he didn’t have any luxury to look away!

“Yes ah…really unfathomable. You should also note the att.i.tude of her father towards her; he seems doting yet… I can also sense a little fear which was baffling. Furthermore, Murong House’s action this past three years was great. They’re now one of the biggest business holders in the east country. Aren’t you curious about what happened within those three years?” Pei Che Lang glances towards the cup of tea in his hands, his interest grows deeper.

“This was the reason why you agreed to stay?” Xuan Yuan Yi was somewhat curious. But to avoid unnecessary trouble, he wasn’t in favour to stay.

“Anyway, Yi brother. You will also attend the festival, there’s nothing wrong in staying here for a while. Look, the scenery here is just beautiful.” He deeply admires these pine trees.

“Two sirs are already resting?” Lu Yi came, slightly go forward and quietly asked.

“No. You can come in.” Pei Che Lang smile and welcome her in the room.

“If you have anything you need that’s still not prepared please feel free to call Lu Yi.”

“We’re good. Nothing was missing. No need to trouble yourself.”

“The son’s too polite. Please excuse this slave then.” Lu Yi gave a bow and smiled. “Miss instructed us to prepare the dinner at Likai Yun Court to welcome you.”

“We thank Miss Murong for the hospitality. I heard Murong House has a young master?” Xuan Yuan Yi mentioned him a few times, a smart kid yet stubborn. He must have known something.

“The son was referring to young master Xing Han? Young master is still in Yu Dao Garden, studying.

“Studying at home? Why not in school?” This young master’s mother died when he’s still young. Rumours said his mother tried to fled with her childhood sweetheart, not only that she failed to escape, the child in her stomach was suspected whether or not flesh and blood of Murong Xiang. Such child’s shelter, unfavoured child, how could he have a teacher who will specifically give lessons?

“That’s under master’s arrangement. This slave is unclear.” What did this man wanted to inquire about? She can more or less guess it. “Slave wouldn’t bother two sons’ rest. If you’ll excuse me.” Lu Yi bowed and backed out.

Knows when to retreat and still withhold proper etiquette. “Murong Shu Qing’s maidservant looks quite clever.” Pei Che Lang’s eyes flashed with appreciation.

Xuan Yuan Yi and Pei Che Lang walked off towards Likai Yun Court, Murong family were already seated on the table. Murong Xiang sat beside two women. One looks in her thirties, still beautiful, looks solemn and virtuous; the other is in her twenties, looks amorous with her red lips; across them was an impa.s.sively seated juvenile, at a young age, holding an extraordinary temperament.

Pei Che Lang raises a voice, “We’re a little late.” Likai Yun Court, this name fits this place well. West of it was the sunset, a sky brightly dyed, such a gorgeous scenery. Murong House really know how to set their landscapes.

Hearing this, the young man stood up and smiled. “Xuan Yuan brother, you came! Sit here!” Then he pulled Xuan Yuan Yi toward his side and urges him to sit down. Xuan Yuan Yi patted his shoulder. Three years gone, this child is now taller. Cold and arrogant temperament hasn’t change but he seemed less gloomy.

“Xing Yue Er, tonight you’ll eat your favourite chicken legs?”

“Yes! I’ll eat two!”

“Good, your little stomach is so greedy.”

“Good! Good!”

The child replied and gave a chuckle. Dressed in white, Murong Shu Qing enters holding a three years old girl. The little girl wears a pink dress, hair tied in twin tails, and her face was flushed and brightly smiling.

“Looks like everyone’s here. Go serve the dishes.” Murong Shu Qing helps the girl to sit beside her. Behind her was Lu Yi who casually pa.s.ses the order to the other servants.

This seemingly random order attracted Pei Che Lang’s attention. Generally, only those in-charges at home can command people to open seats. Although their father is seated in the position of the head, it was Murong Shu Qing who gave the command. Xuan Yuan Yi and Pei Che Long looked at each other, both eyes where full of doubts but still remain calm and collected. Soon, the table was full of different dishes.

“Xuan Yuan, it has been a long time since I get to dine with you. Last time, you’re still a child. Time pa.s.sed in a flash, it’s actually pa.s.s ten years.” Murong Xiang holds a high evaluation of this child, courageous and prudent. But why doesn’t he like his daughter! What a pity!

Xuan Yuan Yi doesn’t hold a good impression towards Murong Xiang, but an elder offering a toast, he has to properly salute but didn’t give any reply. Seeing the other putting off a certain distance, the atmosphere was a little embarra.s.sing. Murong Xiang’s face fades to black. Pei Che Lang chuckled. Xuan Yuan Yi has always been this way; really unafraid of offending people.

“Elder is too kind. We, the younger ones, should pay our respects.” Pei Che Lang replied raising his cup.

“Good. We toast.”

“Xing Yue Er, what did you want to eat?” The three has been conversing, from start to finish; Murong Shu Qing’s attention was only around the little girl. Xuan Yuan Yi didn’t even enter her sight. Outsiders can’t see but Pei Che Lang feels that the general’s mood tonight seems quite good.

“Ah~~ I want that.” Murong Xing Yue whispered. Her body was close to Murong Shu Qing. Her small head hang a little lower, she always eat out of etiquette so she’s afraid of being scolded by her dad now that they have guests.

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