The important thing is that Miss Li is a legitimate daughter. If she marries Xie Yu, she will most likely be the only choice for the Empress. After all, the Li family is training Miss Li to be the Crown Princess.

After staggering all the way, the group arrived at Anning Temple at noon. When the sun was at its hottest, the eldest lady took Lin Li to finish their vegetarian meal, donated money for incense, and did a series of things. Then, the eldest lady went to find a master to interpret the divination.

Lin Li and other maids were enjoying the cool inside the house. It was too hot outside, and the cicadas were chirping non-stop. Even though they were in Anning Temple, it was still very disturbing.

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"Godfather, I have not fulfilled my filial duty for such a long time. It is my fault." Xie Yu knelt in front of Master Meng and admitted his mistake.

Xie Yu often went in and out of the Meng Mansion and was very concerned about Master Meng. He thought of all the good things for Master Meng. When it was cloudy or rainy, he would think about whether Master Meng's knees would hurt. He even treated him better than his own son.

"Hurry up, what are you doing?" Master Meng immediately pulled Xie Yu up and sat them on their chairs. "I told you that you can't kneel to me. No matter what time, your status is the most honorable."

Ever since Xie Yu started to remember things, Mr. Meng told him everything related to Xie Yu.

"Godfather, please don't say that. I will never forget your kindness in raising me."

"I know you value friendship and loyalty, otherwise you wouldn't have followed Ran Yue to the Lin Mansion to suffer."

The servant brought two cups of tea and some snacks and placed them on the table, then turned and left, leaving them alone in the room.

Xie Yu shook his head, "Father, don't say that. I volunteered to go to the Lin Mansion. My daughter has been pampered since she was young, and I am afraid that someone will bully my younger sister, so I followed her."

"It is truly a blessing for our Meng family to meet a noble man like you."

As for Xie Yu’s identity, it is still unknown whether it is a blessing or a curse until everything is settled.

If there were no unexpected situations in the court, Xie Yu thought, he would live an ordinary life.

However, in recent years, the imperial court has been in turmoil, and those with ulterior motives are eyeing the country covetously. At this critical moment, Xie Yu will not let their ancestors' kingdom be handed over to others.

Over the years, with the support of Master Meng behind them, they have also cultivated a lot of forces, but have been keeping a low profile. These things are tacitly understood.

Master Meng picked up the teacup and smelled the aroma of tea. "Your favorite tea was just picked this year. Remember to bring some back when you return to the Lin Mansion."

"Thank you, foster father."

Many of Xie Yu's habits were influenced by Master Meng. His poetry, songs, and tea tasting all have many similarities with Master Meng.

"You've been away for so long, and I've been worried about your safety. You must remember that you have a great responsibility. Remember, don't ruin your future for personal reasons."

Master Meng had heard something about the affair between Lin Li and Xie Yu, especially since Meng Ranxue kept talking about it in the mansion every day. Whether it was true or false, Master Meng didn't want to confirm it.

"I'm sorry to have made you worry about me. It's my fault. Please punish me," Xie Yu said, sitting upright. "I will never do anything that I will regret."

After hearing these words, it was almost certain that Xie Yu and Lin Li were together. Mr. Meng shook his head and sighed.

"I know your temper best."

Although Lin Li had been found, there were many rumors in the capital. No man would not mind her identity and experience. Maybe she would be pointed at and criticized when she went out.

What's more, this person is not at all law-abiding. She doesn't stay in her boudoir and is always causing trouble. She walks the cat and plays with the dog every day and always causes trouble for others.

If a coup d'état happened one day and Xie Yu took back the country and ascended the throne, such a person would not be suitable to stay by the emperor's side. He is jealous and petty, which may very likely disrupt the morale of the army and ruin everything.

The imperial doctors and generals of the Lin family are all loyal to the emperor. When that day really comes, I don't know which side their Lin family will stand on. If Xie Yu listens to Lin Li's slander, the morale of the army may be shaken.

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