FID – Chapter 683

Chapter 683: What If Thunder Strikes and Fire Erupts

The young woman remained silent, quietly watching him.

That silence left Qian Wanjin feeling uncertain, unsure if she had already guessed something.

Finally, he simply gritted his teeth and said everything, “It’s the Beicang Seventeenth Princess and Feng Qingbai. But it’s still just a rumor for now—its truth is unknown. Nannan, don’t get upset. I’m sure there’s some hidden truth behind it. And considering Feng Qingbai’s character, he would never betray you!”

That Feng Qingbai might have a sharp tongue and a ruthless heart, but his feelings for Lucky Nannan were beyond doubt.

“Even if the sky were to fall, Feng Qingbai wouldn’t do something like that. I’ll personally vouch for him with my honor! It must be a malicious rumor, or maybe Feng Qingbai has been set up!”

“What if it’s true?”

“It’s impossible!” Qian Wanjin stood up abruptly, even more agitated than Liu Yusheng.

Seeing his reaction, Liu Yusheng couldn’t hold back a laugh, “Pfft!”

Her laughter left Qian Wanjin stunned.

Wait, was he the one who looked foolish, or was it Nannan who was so upset that she seemed stunned?

Wait a minute, why wasn’t she angry at all when she heard that Feng Qingbai was about to marry someone else?

“Nannan, are you alright?” Qian Wanjin waved his hand in front of her face, being cautious, “If you’re angry, don’t bottle it up inside. You can vent at me if you need to. Once you’ve let it out, if you still don’t feel better, I’ll take you to Beicang. We’ll find Feng Qingbai and ask him to explain it to you in person!”

Anyway, he was absolutely certain that Feng Qingbai would never betray Nannan.

As a brother, it was fine to joke around and cause trouble, but when it came down to serious matters, he had to stand firm.

And anyway, Feng Qingbai was definitely not that kind of person.

Because he wasn’t a normal person at all—he was a madman.

Seeing how anxious Qian Wanjin was, more so than if he himself had been wronged, Liu Yusheng smiled lightly and waved him over, “Don’t stand there, sit down and let’s talk.”

Qian Wanjin then sat down again. “So, what do you actually think?”

Liu Yusheng smilingly answered, “No matter whether the rumors are true or not, Feng Qingbai would never betray me. If he did, there must be another reason behind it. We’ll find out and deal with it together.”

“…If I had known you were so clear-headed, why did I rush all the way here? You know, I was worried you’d be devastated if you heard the news from someone else, so I rushed over to comfort you. I was in such a hurry that I tripped and fell off the carriage! Look, my pants are torn at the knees!”

As he spoke, he angrily lifted the hem of his outer robe, revealing a hole in the knee of his trousers, showing just how flustered he had been at the time.

“Xiao Jinzi, my good brother!”

“…Is that all you have to say?”

“Well, what else do you want to hear?”

Qian Wanjin huffed through his nose. He knew that hearing more wouldn’t change anything, so he turned around and muttered that he’d go find Xiao Shi for some comfort instead. “Have you thought about going to Beicang? Since the news of the two countries’ potential marriage alliance came out, the mood among the people in Beicang has calmed down a lot. 

Many people coming back from there say that the mistreatment of Nanling people by Beicang citizens has stopped. My father is organizing a merchant group to head to Beicang soon to open up the health wine market there. If you’re interested, you should prepare. I’ll talk to my family and let them know.”

Liu Yusheng bit her lip, feeling moved by his words.

She had thought about going to Beicang before, but at that time, the situation between the two countries was uncertain. Her sister-in-law had advised against it, and she didn’t want to worry her family, so she hadn’t gone.

Now that the situation had changed, perhaps it was time to go.

However, “Feng Qingbei should still be in the capital of Beicang at this time. I suspect the negotiations between the two sides haven’t reached a final conclusion yet. If I go now, could it cause him any trouble?”

“What trouble could it cause? When has Feng Qingbai ever thought you were a trouble?” Qian Wanjin mumbled. 

He would probably be more excited than anything else. 

In the past, when they were together, there were always family and friends around. Now that she was going to him alone, he suddenly felt like he was sending a lamb to the tiger’s den. 

“Maybe, maybe you shouldn’t go. Wait for him to come back. He’ll probably be back around September or October.”

He regretted it.

Young men and women are full of passion, and what if a thunderbolt strikes and ignites a fire? 

If Feng Qingbai takes Nannan away, can Grandpa, Grandma, Uncle, and Aunt still be kind to him, the culprit?

Ugh, it’s risky!

“Then it’s settled. When Master Qian and the others plan to leave, let me know.”

“…Maybe you shouldn’t go after all?”

Liu Yusheng narrowed her eyes and gave him a look that was half-smile, half-serious. 

Qian Wanjin immediately changed his mind, “Go! Of course, you have to go and ask him clearly! And bring Aunt Hong with you. With her protecting you, it should be fine.”

After all, not every citizen of Beicang was a martial arts expert, right? Her safety should be ensured.

As long as she didn’t run into a weirdo.

After dinner that evening, Liu Yusheng told her family about her decision.

“Nannan, are you really going?” Grandpa Liu frowned deeply. Their Nannan had never gone that far before.

Could the family feel at ease?

Even with Aunt Hong following, they couldn’t guarantee her safety.

“I want to go and take a look. There are so many rumors going around, causing a stir, and I’m afraid even the capital has already heard something. I at least need to know what’s really going on with Feng Qingbai.”

The news of the potential marriage alliance between the two countries had already spread in the Liu family courtyard. The old folks at the village entrance had been discussing it that very day.

This matter involved Axiu, and to be honest, even the elders in the family are feeling very unsettled, let alone her.

They witnessed everything that had happened between the two of them, and even now, they didn’t believe Axiu would truly marry the princess of Beicang and abandon their Nannan.

Finally, Liu Dalin gritted his teeth and nodded, “Go! Go and find out the truth. Whether it’s true or not, you need to understand what’s going on. Keeping you at home like this won’t let you be at ease.”

He knew his daughter’s temperament better than anyone.

Today, for her to say her decision aloud meant she had already made up her mind to go.

If they stopped her, the child would feel upset, and they would feel the same.

Grandma Liu also nodded and sighed. “Go ahead. We’ll wait for you and Axiu to come back together. Since this is a long journey, and the situation in Beicang is unstable, take a few more people with you. Bring Dahong and Dalan along to protect you.”

Liu Yusheng leaned over and hugged her grandmother, then looked at the family sitting around her. “I will return safely. It’s actually no different from when I used to go to the capital. This time, I’ll just be gone a little longer. Please don’t worry.”

“Father and mother, don’t worry, I’ll be going with Nannan this time too!” As soon as she finished speaking, Liu Dalin blurted out this sentence.

Liu Yusheng immediately twitched her lips. “Dad, are you joking?”

Her father was personally sending her to Beicang? What if something happened? Would things be alright then?