Chapter 400 - Blood Verification 3

“Xiaolu, do you think this old man is kind?”

Su Xiaoling lowered her voice and asked Su Xiaolu.

She looked at Zhou Heng again. “Brother Heng, what do you think?”

Su Xiaolu thought about it seriously and said, “This grandfather is not as simple as he looks. Although he looks like he’s smiling, I don’t like him.”

Yan Qingyun looked kind and amiable, but his eyes were like those of a sly old fox.

Actually, this was normal. This was the first time he had seen them. If he had to say how much he liked them, it would definitely be a lie.

Zhou Heng said softly, “Qi Xingzhi said that he’s an official in the court and is now the Minister of Revenue, a Secondary Rank. His thoughts are as deep as a wolf in sheep’s clothing. This is normal. The matter last night has yet to be resolved. I can’t say that I don’t trust him, but I can’t trust him too much either.”

He had to be vigilant until the investigation of the assassination was over.

Su Xiaoling smiled helplessly and said, “I think so too. Although he’s smiling, I feel that there’s a distance between us. He’s not like Uncle-Master and Uncle-Master Gui You. Even if they are cold, it won’t make me feel distant.”

“Don’t worry. Third Uncle and Third Aunt know what to do. Ah Chong and Ah Hua are also here. There’s also the Qi family.”

Zhou Heng smiled and said.

The forthrightness of the Qi family’s martial arts practitioners could be seen at a glance.

They could tell that Qi Xingzhi and Qi Xingfeng really treated the Su family as family.

Therefore, they would feel aggrieved when they were misunderstood and could not explain.

They had seen General Qi before. At that time, General Qi asked them even when he was injured. The worry in his eyes could not be faked, so they did not have to worry about any problems with the Qi family.

At this moment, in the main room.

Through his understanding, Yan Qingyun was really shocked.

He sighed in his heart that this daughter was really lucky. It was already good enough that one had a son who could study, but she actually had two!

As for Su Hua, he was actually the first in the entire Furongzhou and obtained the title of Top Scorer. He was talented and could not be underestimated.

Su Chong was a little lacking, but it shouldn’t be a problem for him to obtain the rank of a scholar in this examination. As for Su Hua, he couldn’t guess.

If he got close to these two children, it would be beneficial to him.

Therefore, Yan Qingyun became even more amiable.

He also gently exchanged articles with Su Chong and Su Hua. He was a minister in the imperial court and had been an official for many years. His careful guidance could benefit Su Chong and Su Hua greatly. After all, the imperial examination was for the sake of becoming an official. Without anyone to guide them, they would have to take many detours.

After chatting for a while, the atmosphere was warm.

Father Qi also asked about Su Chong’s martial arts.

Su Chong also told him everything. Seeing that Su Chong was calm and composed, Father Qi couldn’t help but praise, “Ah Chong is really outstanding. If only your cousin was as calm as you. You’re both practicing martial arts. Why are you so calm?”

Qi Xingfeng blushed in embarrassment after being exposed. He touched his head and looked at Su Chong. “Cousin, please teach me well another day. How can you keep your composure? I can’t hold it in no matter what.”

Su Chong smiled and said, “It’s simple. Just follow me.”

Qi Xingfeng waved his hand. “That’s useless. When I was young, I practiced martial arts and also did horse stance stances, but I didn’t have the patience.”

Su Chong smiled and said, “If you want to improve, I have a way.”

After pressing his acupoint, he couldn’t run even if he wanted to.

“Alright, I’ll definitely learn from you when I’m free.”

Qi Xingfeng patted his chest and said.

“Xingfeng should indeed study hard. Although you are a general and you are strong, if you are calm, I’m afraid there is no battle you can’t win.”

Yan Qingyun said with a smile.

The Qi family produced generals. All of them were born with great strength. They had practiced martial arts since they were young and grew up in the capital. They were all generals who could stand alone. If they could be resourceful and make up for their shortcomings, it would be amazing.

No one argued with that.

When the meal was ready.

Everyone sat together to eat.

Yan Qingyun looked at Su Xiaoling and praised gently, “Not bad, your mother taught you all very well.”

Although Su Xiaoling did not know how to play the zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting, she was born in a farming family. It was already not bad that she could be nurtured to this extent.

With these two elder brothers, it would not be difficult to find a good family in the future. She would also have the chance to learn zither, chess, calligraphy, and painting in the future.

As soon as they ate, Yan Qingyun was stunned. He really didn’t expect Su Xiaoling’s culinary skills to be so good.

Her culinary skills were not inferior to that of the imperial chef.

After taking two bites, Qi Xingfeng said excitedly, “It’s so delicious. Why is it so delicious… It’s so delicious.”

These dishes were too good.

“Eat slowly…”

Mother Qi looked at Qi Xingfeng devouring the food and felt a little embarrassed. Because he was too impatient, Qi Xingfeng was often mocked at various banquets.

Mother Qi looked at Madam Zhao awkwardly. Madam Zhao’s gaze was gentle and she did not look down on him at all. She even picked up food for Qi Xingfeng. Mother Qi’s heart warmed and she instantly felt that she had to protect Madam Zhao in the future.

“Eat slowly. If you like it, come more often.”

Madam Zhao could not help but like Qi Xingfeng and Qi Xingzhi. These two children were sincere, and Qi Xingfeng was not scheming at all.

What he revealed was his true nature. A person like him could not be judged by those rules.

Qi Xingfeng nodded happily. “As long as Aunt doesn’t mind me, I’ll definitely come here often.”

He wanted to say “everyday”, but the words were about to leave his mouth, so he stiffly changed it to “often”.

Madam Zhao smiled gently and said, “Of course I won’t dislike you. Even if you come every day, I’ll be happy.”

Qi Xingfeng’s eyes lit up.

Qi Xingzhi ate quietly and couldn’t help but smile.

Madam Zhao looked at Qi Xingzhi and said gently, “Xingzhi, you have to come often too. Aunt likes you very much.”

Qi Xingzhi smiled. “Thank you for liking us, Aunt. Eldest Brother and I will come and disturb you often.”

“You young people can play together. When the time comes, I’ll bring your two cousins, Yuran and Yuanan, along. You’re all the closest people.”

Yan Qingyun said with a smile. He didn’t expect Qi Xingfeng and Qi Xingzhi to be so likable. He had to mention his two grandsons.

Speaking of who was closer, it was naturally the Yan family.

Su Chong and Su Hua smiled and nodded.

After dinner, Yan Qingyun and the Qi family left reluctantly.

Yan Qingyun said gently to Su Sanlang, “You’re already husband and wife. You have to treat her well from now on. It was destiny that Mianmian met you. Now that your family is in rapprochement, I’m also at ease. After Ah Chong and Ah Hua’s exams are over, we’ll make an official announcement and go home together, understand?”

“Your body seems to have old injuries. I’ll ask the imperial physician to come and take a look at you in two days. I’ll also take a look at Mianmian and take good care of her body. I’m still waiting for you to be filial to me when I’m older.”

Yan Qingyun spoke gently to Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao. As he spoke, he patted Su Sanlang’s shoulder. His words were an acknowledgement of Su Sanlang.