Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 227 Grandfather Lin Qingshan

Lin Zhiqing was in a good mood as it was her first time leaving a place outside of Shengjing.

But when she thought about the purpose of her trip to Bianliang, her happiness diminished somewhat.

Lin Yangyang was unaware of Lin Zhiqing's thoughts. Along the way, she felt as free as a bird released from its cage.

However, this freedom came to an abrupt end during the continuous journey.

This time, in addition to Lin Zhiqing and Lin Yangyang, they also brought six guards.

These six guards are all elderly members of the Lin family.

Lin Yangyang initially rode a horse, but later, fearing that Lin Zhiqing would be bored, she returned to the carriage.

After leaving the city of Shengjing, Lin Yangyang was still discussing the scenery outside the window with Lin Zhiqing.

But Lin Zhiqing turned around and opened the bundle, removing some of the cakes that Aunt Mu had stuffed into it.

Lin Yangyang scratched her head: "Qing-meimei, you're already hungry after we've only just set off?"

Lin Zhiqing shook his head: "You should also pack your things quickly, the two of us will switch horses and go."

"Riding a horse? Not taking a carriage?" Lin Yangyang asked, somewhat puzzled.

"I won't ride anymore. I can't ride a horse. Can you take me?" Lin Zhiqing put away the gold, silver, valuables, and some hidden weapon powder.

“Of course, that’s no problem.” Lin Yangyang answered without hesitation: “But why?”

why?
This is a good question.

After Jiang Liuyun's incident, Lin Zhiqing became more cautious in her actions than before.

Because Jiang Liuyun had been hiding beside her from the beginning, she did not recognize him.

This was a big mistake, and it also served as a wake-up call for her.

Firstly, she cannot have complete control over everything, so she can only be more cautious than before.

Secondly, Jiang Liuyun's disguise was more perfect than anyone she had ever met before.

Such a person, capable of deceiving everyone and manipulating everything, stood opposite Lin Zhiqing, making Lin Zhiqing dare not relax in the slightest.

Although Lin Zhiqing felt there was nothing wrong with the timing of going to Bianliang, she was not sure if Jiang Liuyun could see the problem.

If Jiang Liuyun can see through her true purpose in going to Bianliang, then she and her cousin will be in great danger.

Lin Zhiqing couldn't completely rule out this possibility, so she could only try to avoid the danger as much as possible.

As everyone knows, she can't ride a horse.

If you want to go to Bianliang, taking the waterway would be a long detour, so a horse-drawn carriage is the best option.

Lin Zhiqing was afraid that someone would ambush her and Lin Yangyang on the way.

Even though Lin Yangyang's martial arts skills were high enough, Lin Zhiqing still dared not expose such a big flaw to others.

Who knows if Jiang Liuyun has any hidden strength?
Who knows if Jiang Liuyun might spread false information, saying on the surface that he would return to Shengjing in half a month, but in reality he might have already laid an ambush halfway there?
Lin Zhiqing is never afraid of being wrong; what she fears is thinking too little.

For all those reasons, it's clear that we can no longer ride in this carriage, and we certainly can't continue on the original route.

But she couldn't tell Lin Yangyang all of this.

Putting everything else aside, Lin Yangyang is too arrogant.

After thinking for a moment, Lin Zhiqing told half the truth: "There's no guarantee that someone won't attack us on the way. To be on the safe side, let's take another route."

"On the other hand, riding horses is faster, so we can go and come back sooner to avoid trouble in Shengjing."

"I see~" Lin Yangyang didn't doubt Lin Zhiqing's words at all, and she simply started packing her luggage.

Then, Lin Zhiqing saw her throw out all the clothes that Xiao Cui had folded and put a bunch of strangely shaped weapons inside.

"Be careful not to hurt yourself." Lin Zhiqing casually wrapped two more pieces of clothing inside.

Worried about Lin Yangyang getting hurt was one thing, but the main concern was that the bundle was too conspicuously visible. After packing the bundle, Lin Zhiqing exchanged a glance with the head guard, and then used the excuse of needing to use the restroom to get out of the carriage.

Not long after, Lin Yangyang led a horse and told everyone to go ahead while she went to find Lin Zhiqing.

After the two met up, they immediately took a shortcut towards Bianliang.

After walking for a day, Lin Zhiqing was indeed feeling unwell.

To be honest, this horse is not one that just anyone can ride.

Even though she had prepared a soft cushion beforehand, and even though the person riding the horse was Lin Yangyang, she still felt pain in her legs while sitting in the back.

But there was no other way; she was racing against time with Jiang Liuyun.

Two days later, in Bianliang City.

As they were about to enter the city, Lin Yangyang helped Lin Zhiqing down from his horse.

As soon as the two entered the city, Lin Yangyang turned her head, intending to observe her surroundings.

But when her eyes met those of a man, she became quite excited.

Lin Zhiqing's gaze quickly shifted to the old man, who was full of energy and spirit, accompanied only by an old servant.

At a glance, Lin Zhiqing recognized him as Lin Qingshan, the once powerful Marquis of Changning.

Aside from his resemblance to his second grandfather, Lin Qingshou, he also possessed a unique aura.

Lin Zhiqing couldn't describe that kind of temperament, but he had seen it in Jiang Liuyun before.

Of course, it's not a villainous quality.

Rather, both of them had fought on the battlefield and possessed an inherent sense of seriousness and composure.

At this moment, he stood with his hands behind his back, his eyes filled with affection as he looked at Lin Yangyang.

It was the kind of loving kindness an elder has for a younger generation, something Lin Zhiqing had seen in the eyes of the wife of a Grand Secretary.

But soon, his gaze shifted from Lin Yangyang to Lin Zhiqing.

Lin Zhiqing immediately activated her eye muscles, maintaining a slightly smiling yet bewildered look in her eyes.

This time, the man's eyes held not only kindness, but also a sense of...感慨 (gǎnkǎi, a feeling of deep emotion or reflection).
Before Lin Zhiqing could get a closer look, Lin Yangyang couldn't help but wave in the direction of the man:
"grandfather!"

It really is Lin Qingshan!

In Dasheng, "grandfather" is generally a colloquial term. In formal settings, grandfather is usually referred to as "grandfather".

Lin Qingshan's identity is, after all, that of the Marquis of Changning, and the title "grandfather" is more in line with his status.

Thinking of all this, Lin Zhiqing opened his mouth and said, "Grandfather!"

"Yangyang, Zhiqing, you've both grown up." Lin Qingshan said with some emotion.

Lin Yangyang was confused: "Why are you waiting for us here?"

Logically, the carriage should still be on its way.

In other words, no one knew that Lin Yangyang and Lin Zhiqing had changed their mode of transportation to Bianliang by riding horses.

Upon hearing this question, Lin Qingshan looked at Lin Zhiqing, but he didn't say much, only inviting the two of them to return to their residence.

Lin Zhiqing could actually answer Lin Yangyang's question.

She had already devised a plan to escape unscathed and had sent a message to Lin Qingshan.

The logic is simple: if something really happened to them on the way, and someone knew when they would arrive, they wouldn't be left in such a desperate situation.

Looking at it now, it's clear that the message she sent was out of sync with Lin Qingshan's letter saying he wanted to see her.

However, although their paths diverged, their outcomes were mutually beneficial.