Rebirth of the Return of Chu

After Xiao Tao left, Qin Yuanyi said, "Today, I invited everyone here not only because Xiaonian wants everyone to get together, but also because I have something to discuss with you.

I believe you have all heard the news of Chu Er being stabbed. I will not go into detail about the process of this incident. I will let you guys tell me the results of your investigation. Now let’s talk about the results one by one and see how to deal with it next. Wang Xing, you go first.”

Wang Xing nodded and said, "Yes, I followed the clue of the assassins and found out that they were indeed the Yan Guards of Emperor Nan Xiao. They were closely related to this incident, but now they are dead and there is no evidence.

However, following the clues given by Xin'er, I found some useful information. Two major events happened in Nanxiao twenty-one years ago. Princess Linglong of Nanxiao died in the assassination of Jinghua Shuiyue. The former queen, Princess Yuefeng of Nanxiao, and the eldest prince Li Wenyu also disappeared mysteriously on the way to visit their relatives. Since then, Nanxiao has had no contact with our Jinfeng Kingdom.

The following year, Emperor Nanxiao passed away, and the eldest prince Yunqi succeeded to the throne. There must be a connection between the two, especially the assassin organization of Mirror Flower and Water Moon. They seemed to have evaporated from the face of the earth after this incident, and there is no trace of them at all."

Bai Yan continued, "So this organization must be the key. I will use the people in the underworld to investigate and see if I can find some clues."

"Okay, then Mingyue, tell me what you found out." Qin Yuanyi took a sip of tea and continued.

Mingyue said, "Yes, I followed the clue of snow ferrets and checked some places where ferrets are raised. It is said that this kind of ferrets mostly live in extremely cold regions, have an extremely keen sense of smell, and few people can domesticate them. According to reliable information, they mostly live near Xiaoshan in Nanxiao State. If you need me, I will go to Nanxiao immediately to check."

Qin Yuanyi shook the teacup in his hand and paused: "It's Nan Xiao again. It seems that I have to go to Nan Xiao in person to investigate this matter."

Gu Qing interrupted, "I have a question. I studied the mink carefully. It seems that it is more like a communication tool. It came here to find something specific. When I brought it up, the closer it got to Chu'er, the more excited it became. It seems that there is something on Chu'er that attracts her. It is very likely that the killers followed it. But I can't figure out what they covet? How could Chu'er have it?"

Qin Yuanyi immediately said, "If that's the case, then we must get rid of it. Its existence will bring danger to Chu'er."

Gu Qing added, "That's not necessary. This mink will die soon, and it shouldn't be a big deal to keep it locked up in Peach Blossom Valley. If the clues are really broken as you said, I think we might as well keep it and see if the other party will reveal their tracks. We just need to be on guard. What do you think, sir?"

"Then let's keep it for now. What do you think?" Qin Yuanyi asked.

"I think we can give it a try. Fuyun Pavilion is not a place where anyone can come. Let them come. I want to see who can hurt Xiao Chuer under my nose. I will watch it myself," Shi Feng stood up angrily.

Qin Yuanyi waved his hand to motion him to sit down, and then said, "Okay, that's settled. Shi Feng will stay to protect Chu'er this time, don't leave."

"There is another matter. I need two people to come back to the capital with me. There is a movement in the capital. It may be the Wang family's action. My eldest brother sent me news that the prince was assassinated on the way to the sacrifice. His whereabouts are still unknown. The emperor is furious. My eldest brother has led people to search for him for several days without sleep, but there is still no result."

"I'll go with the young master." Wang Xing and Mingyue said in unison.

"Okay, we must not reveal our identities this time, and we must not involve Kongling Mountain. We should return to the mansion as the second son of the Qin family. The two of you should still appear as my servants. In addition, Wang Xing notifies the people in Beijing to secretly search for him together, regardless of life or death."

"Yes," they both said together.

"Gu Qing, you have to take good care of Chu Er when I'm not around. I may not be able to make it for the New Year, so you should spend the New Year with her."

"Don't worry, sir." Gu Qing clasped his fists.

"What about me? What do I need to do?" Bai Yan asked anxiously when he saw that there was no arrangement for him.

Qin Yuanyi said: "You stay in Lingyun Pavilion. Shi Feng can't do it alone. You are responsible for all arrangements in Kongling Mountain. Once there is any clue about Nan Xiao's killer or news about Jinghua Shuiyue, you must not let it go."

"Okay," Bai Yan answered straightforwardly.

After everything was arranged, Qin Yuanyi looked at Mu Chu, "Chu'er, I can't spend the New Year with you. You heard it too. Something happened at home, and I have to go back to help my brother. Can we just treat today as the New Year's Eve?"

Mu Chu pretended to be indifferent and said, "It's okay, you go, I can do it myself", but she was actually very uneasy. Firstly, she was worried about her father's safety, and secondly, she was reluctant to see Qin Yuanyi leave. She was too afraid of separation, and she would never be able to let go of her father in her previous life.

Qin Yuanyi saw that she was unhappy, so he stood up and walked to her side. "Don't worry, I'll be back after the Chinese New Year, or at the latest in the spring. I promise that your father will be fine, okay?"

Mu Chu stared at him blankly, and was actually a little moved. Perhaps he saw through her thoughts, or perhaps it was his just the right amount of gentleness. Mu Chu felt her eyes slightly moist. She sniffed and said, "Okay, I'll wait for you to come back." As she spoke, tears began to fall.

Qin Yuanyi reached out to help her wipe it off. His big palm was bigger than her small face. His fingers were a little rough, probably due to his long-term martial arts training. However, Mu Chu remembered this feeling deeply in her heart. Many years later, when such a pair of hands brushed her cheek, she recognized him at once.

Shi Feng is very good at spoiling the mood. In an originally very touching scene, he opened his mouth and joked, "Little Chu'er is crying. Don't worry, I will protect you. Don't be afraid."

Everyone laughed, and the atmosphere gradually became relaxed. While they were chatting and laughing, Xiao Tao brought out the food and dumplings that she had prepared. It was supposed to be the New Year's Eve dinner, but it was moved up to noon because they had to leave after eating. Everyone seemed to be used to such partings and there was nothing unusual. Only Mu Chu had no appetite and was filled with reluctance.

Before leaving, Mu Chu gave Qin Yuanyi some medicine and asked him to give it to his father. He also wrote a letter home to report his safety and asked him to take it with him.