Time flies, and several days have passed in the blink of an eye. Today, the sun shines brightly, and the blazing sun shines directly on the earth like sharp swords piercing through the clouds. Fortunately, a gentle breeze is blowing, which makes it less hot.
Su Chen held a wine jug in his hand, reclining on a rattan chair, his brows furrowed, clearly deep in thought.
These past few days, he's been thinking about how to avoid getting married.
Believe it or not, he actually came up with a solution!
That means he should have his mother have another son!
Let his younger brother arrange the marriage!
That way he won't be forced into marriage!
But how can we get Mother to have another child?
Su Chen fell into deep thought again. After a long while, a slight smile appeared on his lips. "Dad, I'm sorry..."
That's right, he's already figured out a solution!
This method is a bit underhanded, but as long as his mother has another son, the underhandedness is acceptable!
Just then, a delicious aroma wafted from the kitchen, and then Yan Qingwu came out of the kitchen carrying a plate of food.
However, this time the dishes were not as dark and unappetizing as before; instead, they were colorful and fragrant, making them mouthwatering just to look at.
Yan Qingwu placed the dishes on the table, then looked at Su Chen, "Young Master, please give it a try this time."
Su Chen nodded, got up and went to the table. Looking at the dish on the table, he nodded and said, "It looks good, but I wonder how it tastes."
As he spoke, he picked up some food and took a bite.
Yan Qingwu, standing to the side, looked apprehensive, but a hint of anticipation could still be seen in her expression.
These past few days, she hasn't done anything but cook. Although she failed countless times, her progress has been very obvious.
Su Chen chewed a few times, then suddenly raised an eyebrow.
Seeing this, Yan Qingwu's heart was in her throat. She asked cautiously, "How did it go this time?"
Su Chen swallowed his food and looked at Yan Qingwu.
Yan Qingwu clenched her hands involuntarily, her whole being filled with trepidation.
Su Chen thought for a few seconds, then said, "It's edible, but we still need to keep working hard."
Upon hearing this, Yan Qingwu immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
Su Chen's evaluation was better than she had imagined.
She said, "I will continue to work hard."
Su Chen nodded, then sat down in the chair and began to eat.
Yan Qingwu was very happy to see Su Chen eating the dishes she had made with gusto.
Although she didn't know why she was so happy, she was just happy.
Yan Qingwu said, "There are still some dishes in the kitchen, I'll go get them."
With that, she turned and walked into the kitchen.
Soon, Yan Qingwu brought over two dishes.
Su Chen looked at her, "I can't finish it all by myself, let's eat together."
Yan Qingwu smiled and said, "Mmm!"
After eating for a while, Su Chen suddenly said, "Tell me about yourself."
Yan Qingwu was taken aback for a moment, then nodded, "Okay."
As she spoke, she began to recall, "I was picked up by the lady."
Su Chen remained silent, listening quietly.
Yan Qingwu paused for a few seconds before slowly saying, "My lady told me that I was just a baby at the time, but somehow I ended up in a big mountain. If my lady hadn't happened to meet me, I probably would have been eaten by wild animals. After that, my lady adopted me, and I've been with her ever since."
As she spoke, a look of gratitude appeared in her eyes, "I am truly grateful to Madam for saving me back then. I want to repay her, but I know that I have nothing to offer in return. Therefore, I have decided to stay in the Mystic Hall for the rest of my life and serve Madam."
Su Chen glanced at Yan Qingwu, "How much do you know about your background?"
Yan Qingwu shook her head and said, "All I know is that when I was a baby, I had a jade pendant in my arms, and my name was engraved on it. As for anything else, I know nothing."
Su Chen nodded. "Let me take a look at that jade pendant."
Yan Qingwu nodded, then opened her palm, revealing a jade pendant.
Su Chen took the jade pendant and examined it carefully.
This jade pendant is warm and translucent, like a clear spring flowing in the palm of your hand. The pendant is engraved with the three characters " Yan Qingwu), and the back is engraved with exquisite dragon and phoenix patterns with smooth lines and lifelike appearance.
Su Chen scrutinized it for a moment, then a slight smile appeared on his lips. "Interesting."
Yan Qingwu asked with a puzzled look, "Did you discover something?"
Su Chen looked at her, "Your parents' identities are quite impressive."
Yan Qingwu frowned. "What do you mean?"
Su Chen shook his head and said, "You're not qualified to know yet."
Yan Qingwu frowned, her face full of confusion.
She was certain that Su Chen had discovered something.
What puzzled her was why Su Chen didn't tell her?
Is there some unspeakable reason behind it?
Su Chen returned the jade pendant to Yan Qingwu, instructing her, "Keep this jade pendant safe, don't lose it."
Yan Qingwu at him with a face full of confusion, "Why?"
Su Chen said calmly, "You'll find out later."
Yan Qingwu with a hint of helplessness, "Alright."
She really wanted to know, but Su Chen wouldn't tell her, so there was nothing she could do.
At the same time, she was very confused.
Why is it that even the Palace Master and his wife couldn't see through the jade pendant, yet the Young Palace Master could?
Knock knock.
Just then, there was a knock on the door.
Yan Qingwu snapped out of her daze, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.
Logically speaking, no one should come here, so who is knocking on the door?
Could it be the Palace Master?
After a brief moment of thought, Yan Qingwu walked towards the gate, opened it, and saw an old man standing at the door.
The old man was dressed in a simple, ancient robe. He was tall and slightly thin, with sharp and deep eyes, and exuded an aura of awe.
Upon seeing the old man, Yan Qingwu's expression immediately changed, "Ninth Elder!"
That's right, this old man is none other than Su Daoran, the Ninth Elder of the Mystic Hall!
Su Daoran looked at Yan Qingwu and smiled faintly, "Is Xiao Chen here?"
Yan Qingwu felt heavy-hearted.
She knew that Su Daoran come here because of that matter.
"Let him in." At that moment, Su Chen's voice suddenly rang out.
Yan Qingwu nodded, then stepped aside. "Please come in."
Su Daoran smiled. "Thank you."
As he spoke, he walked into the courtyard, his gaze falling on Su Chen. A glint of light flashed in his eyes as he looked at Su Chen, but it vanished in an instant.
Su Daoran went straight to Su Chen's side and said with a smile, "I didn't expect that after so many years, Xiao Chen has grown up so much and become so handsome. Not bad, not bad."
Su Chen looked at Su Daoran, "Have you seen me before?"
Su Daoran smiled slightly, "Of course I've seen you, but you were less than a year old back then."
Su Chen nodded. "Please sit down."
Su Daoran did not refuse and sat down directly.
Su Chen looked at Yan Qingwu, "Pack up a bit, then brew a pot of tea."
Yan Qingwu nodded.
Su Chen then looked at Su Daoran and said calmly, "Sorry, I just finished eating and didn't have time to clean up."
Su Daoran shook his head and smiled, "It's nothing."