At the same time, she also wanted to test whether Qiao Yu really had feelings for Lu Hanqing.
Now it seems that every time he tries it, it works. Qiao Yu probably doesn't even realize that Lu Hanqing has become extremely important to him.
“It’s okay…” Lu Hanqing was still in shock that Qiao Yu would save him.
He didn't care about Yu Tang's actions that had almost cost him his life.
"It is you, General, who is truly powerful. Even after so long without touching a sword, you are still so strong, worthy of your reputation as a war god."
He straightened his expression, invited Yu Tang to sit inside, and then asked the young apprentice to make tea.
He then suggested that he go back to his room to rest.
Qiao Yu noticed the blush on his cheeks and assumed it was from being frightened by Yu Tang's behavior.
He wanted to say a few words of comfort, but seeing Lu Hanqing in such a hurry, he remained silent.
I plan to ask Lu Hanqing what happened after I've finished entertaining Yu Tang.
"Xiaoyu, this is a congratulatory gift I brought for you." Yu Tang placed the gift box containing the jade ruyi on the table and pushed it towards Qiao Yu: "I wish you and Doctor Lu a happy marriage."
"Thank you, General." Qiao Yu accepted the gift: "His Majesty had already sent someone to deliver the congratulatory gift to our door long ago."
Now that you're sending this again, it's double the amount, which is a bit much for you."
"I felt really guilty for not being able to attend my younger brother's wedding. It's only right that I send a generous gift now."
The two exchanged a few more pleasantries.
Qiao Yu inquired about Yu Tang's health and breathed a sigh of relief upon learning that he was alright.
"Master, Lu Hanqing is eavesdropping behind the screen!" Xiao Jin's voice rang in my mind.
Yu Tang chuckled inwardly and then steered the conversation to the main point, asking Qiao Yu, "Xiao Yu, in your opinion, what is Doctor Lu's character like? Is he a suitable partner for you?"
“He…” Qiao Yu looked somewhat troubled.
As Lu Hanqing's kindness to him and the occasional tantrums he endured flashed through his mind, a hint of embarrassment and awkwardness appeared on his handsome face.
"I can't explain it clearly." After struggling for a long time, Yu Tang could only manage to utter these five words, leaving him feeling helpless.
It was as if through Qiao Yu, she saw herself again, the one who had been caught off guard by Xiao Lin's enthusiasm.
"Then let me ask you another question," Yu Tang said directly, "Do you dislike him?"
"I don't dislike it..." This time, Qiao Yu answered very decisively.
"He saved my life. I'm so grateful to him, how could I possibly dislike him?"
"What if he wasn't your savior?"
"I...don't dislike him..." Qiao Yu said honestly, "Actually, I do feel familiar with him. And he's been looking for me for so many years. Without him, I might never have had the chance to see my biological parents again."
"Those relatives are a bit unfamiliar to me, and I feel somewhat uncomfortable with their care and affection. But I don't dislike being surrounded by so many people. And if I had to say, I actually..."
Facing Yu Tang, he scratched his head and gave a slightly embarrassed smile.
"I still quite like my current life."
Chapter 30
The villain was resurrected for the fourth time (30)
After Yu Tang left, Qiao Yu went to the room to find Lu Hanqing and found him curled up on the bed.
He was covered with a thin blanket, and his shoes were carelessly thrown on the ground.
After two years of getting to know each other, Qiao Yu knew that Lu Hanqing was a very meticulous person.
When I lie in bed, my shoes are always neatly arranged. I've never seen them scattered like this before.
Thinking that Lu Hanqing was really sick, he quickly walked a few steps to the man's side. Seeing the man's flushed face, he asked anxiously, "Lu Hanqing, are you feeling unwell?"
But the next moment, Lu Hanqing grabbed his wrist and dragged him onto the bed.
In the blink of an eye, he was already at a disadvantage.
Lu Hanqing looked down at her, her long black hair disheveled, her slender white fingers tucked into her hair, her face and lips flushed.
Her appearance, which was merely considered pretty, became extremely alluring and aggressive because of her long, narrow phoenix eyes.
"Xiaoyu, I'm not sick. I'm just too excited." Lu Hanqing leaned down, sweat glistening at his temples, his smile like that of a captivating enchantress: "I never expected you to save me."
“And I heard what you said.” Lu Hanqing’s voice was hoarse: “You said you like your current life, and your current life is what I gave you. So, I understand what you mean.”
"You like me." He kissed Qiao Yu's lips. "Tell me, am I right?"
"Ugh, what kind of nonsense is that!" Qiao Yu realized she had been staring at Lu Hanqing in a daze, and quickly looked away, pushing Lu Hanqing with her hand: "I thought you were sick, but you seem perfectly fine now, get up quickly!"
Lu Hanqing easily sealed Qiao Yu's acupoints with silver needles, looking at him with a smile: "After saying such things, do you think I would let you go?"
Qiao Yu's face turned red, and she said angrily, "You quack doctor!"
With a weight lifted from his mind, Yu Tang strolled happily down the street.
This was the first time he had properly explored the capital city of Xiao Kingdom.
Previously, it was in the form of a small person, held in Xiao Lin's arms, and could not see anything. Now it has finally returned to its normal form and can be considered to have gained freedom.
Naturally, one should look around.
The capital of Xiao Kingdom is much more bustling now than it was two years ago.
Shops lined the streets, and people performed monkey shows, stone-breaking acts, and kung fu acrobatics on the street.
Yu Tang also went over to watch and clapped his hands in approval, but he was immediately recognized by the people around him.
The man shouted, "It's War God Yu!"
"The gods have truly risen from the dead!"
"Kneel down and worship!"
Upon hearing this, a large number of people immediately knelt down, with Yu Tang at the center.
"May the God of War appear and bless my wife so that she may give birth to a son soon!"
"May the God of War appear and bless me and my family with happiness and longevity!"
"May the God of War appear and bless my son so that he can find a wife soon!"
"God of War, please tell me whether my wife is having an affair with Old Wang, the butcher next door!"
After the last person finished shouting, his wife walked over from the pancake stall, carrying a rolling pin, and beat him hard: "You stupid fool! How many times have I told you, nothing has happened between Lao Wang and me!"
Besides, other people know not to air their dirty laundry in public. You just said it like that. Do you even want to continue doing business?
If I ever hear you say something like that again, believe me, I'll really go find Old Wang!
The man was beaten so badly he scrambled to avoid the blows, crying out, "Aww, wife, I was wrong!"
Yu Tang watched this scene and his lips twitched.
Shouldn't one seek the Goddess of Fertility for an early birth of a son? Shouldn't one seek the God of Longevity for happiness and long life? Shouldn't one seek the God of Marriage for a wife?
How did it all become his job?
And then there's this guy who sent him to catch his wife cheating on him with the neighbor's wife—it's outrageous! He opened the door for her, it's ridiculously absurd!
He couldn't believe it—where had his power of faith come from these past two years?
Where's the promised God of War?!
With a heavy heart, Yu Tang bought a straw hat to cover his face, avoided the crowd, and walked towards the Temple of the God of War, wanting to see what was going on.
When we arrived, we found that people were queuing up to pray at the Temple of the God of War, holding incense sticks in their hands, their faces beaming with excitement and anticipation.
They put slips of paper with their wishes and home addresses written on them into the wishing box, and then devoutly bowed down before his statue.
Once the wishing box is full, it will be taken away by trusted people arranged by Xiao Lin, who will select some families that are particularly poor and help them fulfill their small wishes.
For example, you might want a cow, a chicken, or your mother might be seriously ill and need some medicine, etc.
However, unrealistic desires, or attempts to steal or gain without effort, will be met with "warnings from the God of War."
Having read this far, Yu Tang understood everything.
In times of war, there is a need for war gods, but in times of peace, people only need to have their daily needs met.
By fulfilling the wishes of a small group of people, Xiao Lin made them regard him, the God of War, as a figure of faith.
Behind the scenes, these wishing boxes can also be used to learn more about people's livelihoods and opinions.
It has to be said, Xiao Lin is really smart.
Thinking of this, Yu Tang's previous embarrassment instantly vanished, and his mind was filled with pride for Xiao Lin.
So he asked the people around him what famous snacks were available in the capital.
I had to run around several streets to buy them all.
He carried several paper bags containing osmanthus wine, beggar's chicken, walnut pastry, and mung bean cake. As he passed through the neighborhood, stray dogs barked at him, their mouths watering.
Luckily, he ran fast and wasn't caught.
He walked triumphantly to the palace gate, where every soldier on guard greeted him with a smile.
After all, they all knew that General Yu was a favorite of the emperor.
Moreover, he was the God of War of the entire Xiao Kingdom, a true immortal who was resurrected by the jade pendant after sacrificing himself for the country!
Whether from a moral or logical standpoint, they would not dare to disrespect them.
But as Yu Tang walked past them, their eyes all fell suspiciously on Yu Tang's hands.
One soldier said to another, "Am I sure I smelled it right? Is that Zhang's Beggar's Chicken that War God Yu is holding?"
"I can smell it too, and I can also smell the osmanthus wine from Juhuanlou!"
"How can a mighty war god still have the same hobbies as us mortals?"
"Who knows?" another soldier said. "But it's strange that War God Yu wants to eat this kind of thing. Aren't the imperial kitchens in the palace better than the ones outside? Why does he insist on buying it from outside? All this trouble has been ruined..."
Yu Tang was placing the food on Xiao Lin's table when he heard the other party say that even the imperial kitchen could make food that tasted better than this, and he immediately deflated.
Xiao Lin chuckled.