The Double-Chapter 746 - 223 The In-Laws_3

If he were such a person, he would definitely not have family and friends by his side. But Old General Jih, Wen Renyao, Situ Jiuyue, and even Lin Yao came, which shows that Jih Heng is not as cold and heartless as the rumors say—he has a deep affection and protectiveness for his own people.

Moreover, Wen Renyao is so noisy that he can probably make everyone happy. That’s what Jiang Li could only think.

Just as she arrived at the Ye Residence compound, without yet reaching the main hall, Ye Mingyu had already hurried over upon hearing the news. He first glanced at Jiang Li and said, "Jiang Li, why didn’t you come alone?" His gaze fell on Jih Heng, and he suddenly fell silent.

Every time he saw Jih Heng, Ye Mingyu, as a man, was not swayed by Jih Heng’s good looks; being a person of the martial arts world, he could only feel that the murderous aura on this person could not be concealed and was extremely dangerous. To entrust Jiang Li to such a dangerous man, Ye Mingyu definitely felt uneasy, but with the imperial edict already issued, they, as mere merchants, seemed to have no alternative. Then he saw Old General Jih and was immediately awed by the old general’s righteousness and determination.

After all, he was a general who had been on the battlefield.

Ye Shijie followed behind with slower steps, noticing the trust Jiang Li had in Jih Heng as they walked side by side.

This was her most precious thing.

When the two groups met, they were both somewhat embarrassed and didn’t know where to start. At that moment, a happy voice broke the silence, saying, "Miss... Miss Jiang the Second! Doctor Situ!"

Situ Jiuyue’s gaze shifted, Xue Zhao, pushing his wheelchair, came from behind. He seemed much happier during his days at the Ye Residence compared to his time at the Duke Residence. His face even carried the youthful effervescence characteristic of a teenager, and his smile was as warm as ever.

"Ah Zhao," Jiang Li said, "we came to visit uncle and also wanted to see Mr. Xue and you."

Ye Mingyu muttered to himself. Of course, he was happy that Jiang Li came to visit him, but when she brought a group of people with unclear backgrounds, he felt upset. However, he couldn’t show these thoughts in front of his niece and managed to squeeze out an exceptionally fake smile, saying, "Then you guys go ahead and talk, I’ll have someone check on the kitchen."

He had no desire to speak with a man who relied on his looks to deceive young girls!

Ye Mingyu then left. Ye Shijie smiled apologetically, actually realizing that the people Jiang Li brought were mainly here to see Xue Huaiyuan. Although he didn’t know why, the relationship between Jiang Li and the Xue Family was already quite delicate. Ye Shijie, being smart, said, "I’m going to see my third uncle. You guys go ahead and find Mr. Xue."

Jiang Li smiled at him gratefully.

Xue Huaiyuan was reading in the courtyard.

Xue Zhao, being lively, had learned whip technique with Ye Mingyu during the day, so he was the first to know of Jiang Li’s arrival. Xue Huaiyuan would find out later, and by the time he thought to come over, Jiang Li, along with her entourage, had already reached his presence.

In front of the others, Jiang Li could only address him as "Mr. Xue."

"Miss Jiang," Xue Huaiyuan flowed with the situation, speaking warmly as he stood up and looked at the group in front of him. His gaze first fell on Jih Heng standing beside Jiang Li.

The appearance of the young man was stunningly handsome, with naturally enchanting features, yet also a hint of a murderous aura. But what stood out most were his eyes—amber, affectionate, yet showing not a trace of confusion, clear and almost cruelly sober.

Only when his gaze occasionally shifted to Jiang Li did it carry a moment’s tenderness.

In an instant, Xue Huaiyuan’s opinion of Jih Heng changed.

Having lived most of his life, and having had close shaves with King Yama, he had seen the evil in people’s hearts and the hardships of the world. He doesn’t claim to see through people’s hearts, but he can at least discern a thing or two. Shen Yurong, who treated people with gentleness and courtesy, could murder her own confidant, while Jih Heng, notorious for his evil, reserved his gentle side for Jiang Li alone.

Any father who sees his daughter, precious as pearls and jade, cherished and protected in someone’s palm, would be happy after all.

"You must be Mr. Xue," Jih Heng said, "Ah Li often speaks of you." ƒrēenovelkiss.com

All present were stunned, including Jiang Li’s group. They looked at Jih Heng as if they had seen a ghost. Since when had Jih Heng spoken so courteously and politely to anyone? Not to mention his own great-grandfather, even when facing Emperor Hongxiao, Jih Heng’s smile was probably tinged with a trace of indifference and casualness.

Could it be that they had met a fake Jih Heng? The thought suddenly sprang into Jiang Li’s mind.

Old General Jih seemed to be shocked by his grandson’s remark, visibly startled. To recover from his earlier gaffe, he turned to Xue Huaiyuan and said, "Minister Xue, do you still remember this old general?"

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