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"Can you not be so thick-skinned? The implication is for you to hurry up and go wherever you need to go, alright?" The other party clearly understood his meaning but deliberately acted otherwise.
The usually calm Yang Yichen suddenly couldn't contain his anger, more so because he couldn't stand Liu Qingxi being around this person day in and day out.
"Thank you, Miss Liu, for saving my life. Du, I'm sorry for always eating and drinking for free. If there's anything I can help with in the future, just let me know."
Dugu Hao quietly appreciated the changes on the young man's face, recalling the first time he met the boy's calm demeanor and the unwavering determination displayed during their subsequent collaborations.
This was completely different from the feigned urgency he saw now, and he was even more curious about why Yang Yichen, a young master from an ordinary prosperous family in town, had such great influence.
The weapons that were sent out in batches received nothing but praise from those who used them.
Then there was Liu Qingxi, an orphan who was driven out of her home but managed to establish such a large business in just a year. Most people in the village obeyed her orders, and even the village chief was one of her capable subordinates.
Setting that aside for now, Liu Qingxi's display of righteousness during disaster relief efforts was something that ordinary people could not achieve. Even the County Magistrate personally visited her, and this method continued to be implemented in Lingjiang Province. Such achievements were monumental even before the eyes of the child.
To understand all this, Dugu Hao was in no hurry to leave; he would let that person in the court bounce around for a while longer.
Some things he did not fight for did not mean he did not care.
From having developed a cold demeanor that radiated an icy aura, at this moment, in this tranquil village, he unexpectedly felt an unprecedented release.
Watching the sunrise and sunset, enjoying the hustle and bustle of men and women in the courtyard, with distant mountains blending into the setting sun, at this moment, the full moon hung high in the sky, surrounded by countless twinkling stars like playful children.
A barely noticeable curve appeared on Dugu Hao's face, a change he himself did not realize.
Liu Qingyan was unaware of the complexities within an adult's heart; at this moment, he was too excited to contain himself: "Brother Yang, sister, hurry up and eat the mooncakes!"
Such tempting delicacies made him eager to indulge.
However, since most of them were sweet treats and Liu Qingxi usually controlled his intake, today during the Mid-Autumn Festival, he intended to eat freely.
The child's lively excitement broke through the undercurrents between Yang Yichen and Dugu Hao.
Tea cups, mooncakes, and bright moonlight cast dappled spots on the round table under the shade of trees. The child's laughter and maidservants' coaxing painted a beautiful and serene picture of rural life.
After a long while, Liu Qingxi patted Liu Qingyan and said, "Alright, you've had your fun. If you're tired, it's best to rest early. In a few days, you'll be starting school."
Indeed, after such a long period of repairs, Master Zhu's school was finally ready, with the opening date set for five days after August Fifteenth.
This recent earthquake had delayed the children's studies for many days, and Master Zhu suffered significant losses. Fortunately, the court later provided timely compensation for the academy, resulting in substantial improvements in the quality of the buildings and the arrangement of the classrooms.
"It is time to go to school. Studying at home can't compare to the teachings of Master," Yang Yichen genuinely thought about Liu Qingyan.
Given that Liu Qingxi and Liu Qingyan were now alone and vulnerable in society, coupled with their considerable family fortune, more people would inevitably try to take advantage of them. Earning money is easy, but keeping it is difficult. Only if Liu Qingyan succeeded in the Imperial Examination could he provide the greatest support.
Of course, it wasn't that Yang Yichen couldn't support them; rather, as a boy, Liu Qingyan needed to face and solve problems on his own. It was much better than regretting his earlier laxity after encountering obstacles in the future.
Liu Qingyan nodded earnestly and said, "Brother Yang, Sister, don't worry. I will study hard."
He was determined to become a strong man like Brother Yang.
Suddenly, Yang Yichen became interested: "You've been studying for a while now; why don't you recite a few poems related to the Mid-Autumn Festival?"
Liu Qingyan puffed out his chest; this was his forte and something he took great pride in. He had plenty of verses in his mind and could easily recite several famous lines from ancient poetry.
During this time, Yang Yichen and Dugu Hao secretly clashed again and again, with sparks flying in the air.
By late at night, Liu Qingyan could no longer withstand his drowsiness. While yawning and shedding tears, he said, "Sister, I'm going to sleep now."
"Alright, go ahead. It's getting late; you all should head back to rest," she replied.
As she stood up to return to her room, Yang Yichen suddenly blocked Dugu Hao's path: "Master Du, why not stay at my place? Compared to Qingxi's here, my Yang Family home is at least spacious."
This would conveniently separate that shameless person from Liu Qingxi so they wouldn't have to share the same space anymore.
Dugu Hao shot a cold glance at Yang Yichen: "No need; I'm quite comfortable here."
He then strode back into his room and slammed the door shut, leaving Yang Yichen standing there dumbfounded and Liu Qingxi anxiously watching from the doorway.
The atmosphere became awkward as Liu Qingxi suddenly realized that what she had done was quite wrong. "I'm sorry, I didn't mean to. I just thought he looked pitiful and saved his life. Who knew..." she glanced at her boyfriend with displeasure. "Ming Wo, just let him go."
"No need!" Yang Yichen's expression turned cold, the air around him suddenly dropping in temperature as he looked at Liu Qingxi with a mournful gaze. "How about you agree to one condition?"
"What condition? You come out first and let me see if I can agree."
"No, you have to agree first." Yang Yichen's eyes glistened with tears, his thin lips slightly pouting like a spoiled child.
Liu Qingxi instantly felt goosebumps all over her body. "Have you lost your mind? Why does your expression look so terrifying?"
"Will you agree or not?" It was as if Liu Qingxi's refusal would make her an unforgivable sinner.
Being looked at so mournfully by such a handsome young man, Liu Qingxi felt like a heartless old witch. "Alright, alright, I give in. I agree, okay?"
She truly couldn't stand a grown man acting spoiled; that was more than enough.
With Liu Qingxi's assurance, Yang Yichen happily pushed the door open and left. Hearing the conversation outside, Dugu Hao couldn't help but roll his eyes. Paired with his sharp features and icy demeanor, the cold image he usually projected was instantly shattered.
He really couldn't stand this nauseating couple. Having seen many couples pretending to be affectionate in the capital, at this moment, all he wanted was for them to keep their distance.
But where did that slight feeling of disappointment come from? What was the reason? Dugu Hao had no idea and didn't have time to investigate it himself. This fleeting thought would eventually bring him an indelible pain in the days to come.
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