Traditionelle Chinesische Medizin

Kapitel 39

Sure enough, after a short while, the old servant came out again with a big smile and welcomed everyone inside.

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The courtyard was quiet and secluded, with winding corridors. No one would have imagined that such a family could live in this remote mountain village. Although the carved railings and decorations were not particularly ornate, they were by no means shabby, suggesting that the owner must be a person of high social standing and someone who knew how to enjoy life.

The old servant had been leading the way, occasionally turning back to smile and chat, but mostly he was secretly observing Madam Leng, probably wondering why his master would make an exception to see her.

He had no idea that the beautiful woman before him was his mistress.

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In the hall.

The old servant smiled apologetically: "Please have some tea, everyone. My master will come out to see you in a moment."

Li You smiled and agreed.

The old servant was about to leave.

Madam Leng suddenly said, "Does your household not have a young master? Why don't you come out to greet your guests?"

The old servant was taken aback, then smiled and said, "The three young masters were sent away to live with us when they were young. They would not dare to enter the manor without the master's permission. Now that only the two ladies are here, it is inconvenient to receive guests."

Madam Leng nodded, sat down, and remained silent.

It seemed her husband had already had a child with another woman. Yang Nianqing wondered if she was heartbroken. She glanced at her, sighing inwardly, feeling a pang of sympathy. But then, her gaze drifted to Li You, who was smiling at her, as if he understood her thoughts.

This guy is infuriatingly clever! Yang Nianqing glared at him immediately.

What are you looking at!

Faced with her angry gaze, almost anyone would feel embarrassed, except for those with thick skin. Unfortunately for Li You, his skin was thick enough, so he simply picked up his tea and slowly enjoyed watching her glare.

Yang Nianqing was speechless. (c7)

Fortunately, at that moment, a series of unhurried and moderate footsteps sounded, and the next moment, a man came out.

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He should be in his forties, but he looks no more than thirty. He has a good physique and shows no signs of being overweight. He is very handsome, and although there are fine lines around his eyebrows and eyes, and his temples are faintly gray, he still has a mature and captivating air about him.

His brows were slightly furrowed, his gaze calm, and an air of cold indifference emanated from him. Yet, upon closer inspection, he seemed remarkably refined, even possessing a scholarly air. (18)

Refined and aloof, two completely different qualities, are simultaneously concentrated in one person.

Who he is needs no introduction. Such a natural and unique temperament can only be found in Chu Shenghan, the "Cold Sword Prince" of yesteryear.

As Yang Nianqing watched, she exclaimed in admiration: "A man who is still so charming in his forties must have been incredibly handsome and cool when he was young. He is indeed worthy of Madam Leng."

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Chu Shenghan slowed his pace and walked slowly to the front of the main seat, where he stood.

Everyone stood up.

Yang Nianqing immediately glanced at Madam Leng secretly—it had been more than ten years since they had last met. They must both be very excited.

However, she was soon disappointed.

Madam Leng's beautiful face was still shrouded in a thin layer of frost, and she showed no surprise whatsoever, as if the person standing in front of her had nothing to do with her at all.

Chu Shenghan only glanced at her briefly before bowing to everyone and smiling, "Young Master Nangong's name is renowned far and wide. I presume these two are Hero He and Young Master Li. I had some trivial matters to attend to earlier, so I apologize for keeping you all waiting!"

Although he wore a smile and spoke humbly, he still inadvertently revealed a clear arrogance. It was unexpected that in such a short time, he had already discerned the origins of Li You and He Bi.

Li You and He Bi also offered a few humble compliments.

After exchanging pleasantries, everyone sat down.

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Chu Shenghan turned around and sat in the main seat, picked up the tea and offered it to everyone, but did not drink it. He just looked at everyone and asked, "I have been retired from the martial world for a long time. I wonder what brings you all to my humble abode?"

Li You looked at He Bi and said, "We have come here to disturb you, senior, out of sheer helplessness. We hope you will forgive us. But apart from you, I'm afraid no one else knows about this matter."

Upon hearing this, Chu Shenghan looked puzzled.

Nangong Xue smiled and said, "This matter is of great importance. Countless people in the martial world will lose their lives. I have heard that although you are not fond of worldly affairs, you are upright and kind. You would not be able to bear such a thing. That is why we dare to come and bother you."

Yang Nianqing was extremely impressed. No one would dare to refuse such a remark.

Chu Shenghan smiled slightly: "Is what Young Master Nangong is referring to the bloodshed at Nangong Villa?"

"To be honest, that's right, senior."

"I am unaware of this matter, so how can I possibly be of any help?"

Nangong Xue looked at He Bi and explained her purpose: "Therefore, I would like to ask you, senior, to tell me about Madam Ye's background."

Chu Shenghan was slightly surprised, then shook his head: "She won't kill anyone."

“Senior’s judgment is surely not wrong. We are not certain that it is her,” Li You said with a smile. “We just feel that things are a bit coincidental, and perhaps we can find some clues.”

Half a day.

Chu Shenghan frowned: "Many years have passed, and I'm afraid you can't remember much right now. Unfortunately, I have some important matters to attend to today. If you're not in a hurry, how about coming back tomorrow?"

Since we're already here, waiting another day won't hurt.

He Bi stood up: "In that case, thank you, senior. We will come to bother you again tomorrow."

Chu Shenghan nodded, stood up, and said, "No need to see me out."

Then everyone started to walk outside.

Behind him, he suddenly asked, "Are you alright?"

Yang Nianqing was taken aback, then realized that he was asking about Madam Leng, who was walking at the back.

Madam Leng stopped and turned around to look at him quietly: "Okay, thank you."

He nodded, then said nothing more and offered no more.

Volume Two: Forgetting Each Other in the Martial World - Talking About Love

Updated on Shuxiang Chinese Website: 2008-02-26 10:50:38 Word Count: 4754

At the foot of the mountain, in the small town.

Yang Nianqing stared blankly at the people coming and going outside the window.

The F4 who will never see each other again...

It seems that Madam Leng and her husband have really become ordinary friends. Could it be that, as Madam Leng said, their separation is actually a good thing, as they have both found their own enjoyment and forgotten each other in the world?

Have I really been wrong all along? Everyone has a life they like and the right to pursue it...

She was lost in thought.

Suddenly, a voice rang out: "Sometimes, what you see with your eyes isn't necessarily the truth."

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Startled by the sudden voice, Yang Nianqing looked up and found that Li You had been standing beside her, also looking out the window.

She had no interest in arguing with him anymore and just lowered her head without saying a word.

After a while.

She suddenly shook her head: "I didn't expect them to let go so easily. Maybe I was wrong. It's not wrong for them to each find their own happiness. I shouldn't be sad."

Li You turned to look at her, a hint of confusion flashing in his wise and charming eyes.

She was silent for a long time before saying, "My parents are divorced."

Li You was taken aback.

She smiled and said, "It's just that we broke up, and then we each started a new family, with husbands and wives, and... children."

"They also had incompatible temperaments. They argued every day as long as I can remember, and neither of them was willing to give in. If it weren't for me, they probably would have broken up by then."

"Actually, I've always blamed them. If they didn't have any feelings for each other, why did they get married and have me, and then just divorced like that..."

She suddenly stopped and turned her face away.

Li You looked at her quietly, without saying a word.

silence.

Yang Nianqing gazed out the window and murmured, "But... Madam Leng is right. Even if they had feelings for each other before, since they weren't happy together, it was better for them to separate. I shouldn't have forced them to stay for so many years, and I shouldn't blame them. They should have left long ago; they shouldn't have been together in the first place. But I..."

All she wanted was a home, a complete home.

It's quite rare for a young woman to talk about her feelings in front of a man, but fortunately, both of them here are quite special.

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Li You suddenly patted her shoulder: "Not necessarily."

She looked at him, but remained silent.

He smiled and said, "As husband and wife, we should naturally have feelings for each other. It's just that many people don't know how to be tolerant and understanding. In this life, it's already rare to be able to like each other, so why must we forget each other?"

Yang Nianqing thought for a moment and shook her head: "Actually, it's better for them to be divorced. My dad used to argue with my mom a lot, but now he cares about how we are doing."

"If you've forgotten, why bother remembering?"

"They can be friends."

“There aren’t many people in this world who can be easily forgotten,” Li You raised an eyebrow and smiled. “Let’s make a bet on Madam Leng and Hero Chu.”

A bet? Yang Nianqing looked at him in confusion.

In a short while.

On that handsome face, long eyelashes fluttered, and a cheerful, bright smile appeared, like the spring sunshine, warming people's hearts and making them forget all their unhappiness and troubles.