The Legendary "White Moonlight" (Part 2) [Happy New Year]

"Why did Yuan Liang come?"

In the time it took a spark to fly off a flint, Xun Zhen regained his composure.

"Of course, I have something important to discuss." The wind at the government office entrance was rather strong, and Qi Shan was coughing nonstop as it blew over him. Between coughs, he said, "A while ago, Qian Shuhe, under Zhang Yongqing's command, led troops to harass Nanyu County. It took several fierce battles before we finally drove them back..."

Xun Ding's clear eyes were so foolish that even looking at them annoyed Xun Zhen. He said, "Father, this isn't the place to talk. Mister Qi looks weak, with Qi and Blood depleted, as if he hasn't recovered from a serious injury. Whatever it is, let's go to the government office's council chamber first."

Xun Zhen said nothing, but his gaze at his son was unfriendly. Small animals were sensitive to this kind of atmosphere, and Xun Ding was no exception. He couldn't help feeling baffled. Lately, he'd been the very picture of a well-behaved, obedient, dutiful son. Why was Father displeased with him?

The three entered the government office one after another.

Qi Shan was coughing badly. Xun Ding kept glancing over at him, afraid the frail scholar might cough himself breathless.

Seeing how utterly pathetic his son looked, Xun Zhen's nameless anger flared ever higher, and his urge to kill Qi Yuanliang began to stir. When they reached the council chamber, Xun Zhen and Qi Shan sat down. Thinking himself quite perceptive, Xun Ding got up and went to boil water and brew tea.

The old father struck first.

He said meaningfully, "Yong'an, you know Yuan Liang?"

Xun Ding eagerly recounted how the two had first met.

The weather had been fair and sunny that day. Xun