Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 457 Two birds depart from ancient times to the present, a light voyage across heaven and earth.
After settling the flute player in, they returned to Shuqing Pavilion and happened to encounter Yan Yu, who was also returning.

"Xiao Yan, what are you doing here?" Yan Yu spotted Xiao Yan at a glance.

"Brother Yan Yu, Miss Zhiqing personally guided me in learning the art of mind assessment. You have no idea how amazing Miss Zhiqing was just now!" Little Yan's eyes shone brightly.

"I see." Yan Yu, unusually, didn't crack a joke.

Lin Zhiqing said, "Xiao Yan has good comprehension; given time, he will surely achieve great things."

“Yan Yu, I was just about to take Xiao Yan back.”

Lin Yangyang shook her head:
"Why send it back? Yan Yu is back. Just go to Yan Yu's courtyard. It will save Chao Yan the trouble of making a trip."

Yan Yu didn't object to this suggestion; he waved to Xiao Yan.

"Kid, come here."

After Xiao Yan had passed by, he finally spoke:

“Skeleton Spirit, I have something to do tonight and I’ll probably be gone for a few days.”

"You just got back and you're going out again?" Lin Yangyang asked expectantly. "Did you find out where your brother is?"

At this point, Yan Yu smiled and said, "There is news."

"If the news is true, I should be able to bring the person back in a few days."

His lips curled up in a wide smile.

"Okay, I'll definitely throw a banquet for you to welcome you back." Lin Zhiqing smiled; she was happy for Yan Yu too.

Yan Yu didn't say much to the two of them, and quickly took Xiao Yan back to the courtyard.

For several days afterward, Lin Zhiqing was unable to see Yan Yu.

Lu Huai would occasionally come to the Lin family with Lin Shi'an to bring some news to Lin Zhiqing.

About half a month later, Yan Yu returned.

The two returned late at night.

Lin Zhiqing did not disturb the others, but only asked Lin Yangyang to come and greet them.

Yan Yu returned on horseback.

The horses stopped in front of the Lin family's house, panting heavily.

"The horse is almost exhausted, slow down! Haven't you eaten yet?" Lin Yangyang went down to greet him.

Yan Yu smiled and said, "It's rare that you would think of me."

As he spoke, he helped the handsome young man behind him down.

Lin Zhiqing turned her head and looked at the young man. He had red lips and white teeth, just like Yan Yu. He was handsome and domineering.

However, there was a hint of timidity in his eyes, and when he met Lin Zhiqing's gaze, he turned his body slightly to the side.

Is this shyness?

Lin Zhiqing raised an eyebrow but didn't say anything more.

"How old is your younger brother?" Lin Yangyang asked.
"Lin Yangyang is only eighteen years old, you mustn't bully him," Yan Yu joked.

"Tch, I have you to bully, why bother bullying someone else's little brother?"

Lin Yangyang greeted the boy: "My name is Lin Yangyang, what's your name?"

The boy's face flushed red: "Yan, Yan Hang, my name is Yan Hang."

Yan Yu patted Yan Hang's head, his tone tinged with emotion:
"The mountains are white with flying sand, and the riverbanks are yellow with rising floodwaters."

"Two snipes depart from ancient times to the present, a light voyage across the heavens and earth."

"These are the names Father gave us, Xiao Hang. You can stay here and rest assured. These two are young ladies from the Lin family."

Yan Yutong and Yan Hang introduced Lin Zhiqing and Lin Yangyang.

When introducing Lin Zhiqing, he emphasized Lin Congrong.

Clearly, both brothers had met Lin Congrong.

Lin Zhiqing smiled and nodded: "You can stay here without worry. If you need anything, just come to Shuqing Pavilion to find me."

Yan Yu was very important to the Lin family, and naturally, Lin Zhiqing would not treat Yan Yu's younger brother poorly.

It's just a matter of a pair of chopsticks.

Yan Hang frowned and nodded.

He didn't look directly at Lin Zhiqing. Lin Zhiqing noticed this but didn't say anything.

After helping Yan Yu settle Yan Hang in, she and Lin Yangyang walked outside together.

Lin Yangyang is in good spirits:

"You said that butterfly's brother is completely different from him, isn't he? He looks..."

She scratched her head, unsure how to begin.

"Reserved?" Lin Zhiqing replied.

“Yes, he’s just reserved.” Lin Yangyang nodded. “And I always felt that his gaze looked a little strange.”

"However, Yan Yu just said that he ended up in a small village and grew up being beaten and scolded by his adoptive parents. It's normal for him to be a little timid."

Is that normal...?

Lin Zhiqing felt a little strange when she thought of the boy's eyes.

However, she couldn't quite put her finger on what was strange about it.

After parting ways with Lin Yangyang, Lin Zhiqing returned to Shuqing Pavilion.

After thinking it over, she snapped her fingers.

The next moment, a woman dressed in black appeared out of nowhere from the darkness.

"Keep an eye on Yan Hang, and while you're at it, investigate his adoptive parents," Lin Zhiqing said slowly.
"Tell me immediately if anything is wrong."

"Yes, Miss." The woman in black acknowledged the order and left.

Lin Zhiqing sighed.

Yan Yu finally found Yan Hang, which should have been a happy occasion.

But she always felt something was off.

It's always good to be cautious; I just hope she's overthinking things this time.

Lin Zhiqing shook her head and walked to the bed.

The next morning, Lin Zhiqing prepared a meal as previously agreed to welcome the Yan brothers.

However, Yan Hang remained very reserved at the dinner table.

Even Lin Qingshan didn't exchange more than a few words with Yan Hang.

After finishing breakfast, Xiao Yan was to follow Lin Zhiqing to treat Di Ren.

Seeing this, Yan Hang called out to Lin Zhiqing, "Miss Lin, where are you going?"

"Can I come along and see what's going on?"

Lin Zhiqing smiled:

“I have some things to take care of, which are quite tedious. If you are bored, you can ask Yan Yu to take you for a walk around Shengjing City.”

Yan Yu looked at Lin Zhiqing, frowned slightly, but didn't say anything, instead echoing:
"Xiao Hang, there are many fun places in Shengjing City. I'll show you around today."

Upon hearing this, Yan Hang's lips twitched downwards, and his eyes reddened: "Alright."

Lin Yangyang frowned as she watched him turn and leave.

On the way to treat the flute player, Lin Yangyang couldn't help but speak up:

"Yan Hang's eyes were red just now; anyone who didn't know better would think we were bullying him."

After she finished speaking, she patted Xiao Yan's head and said, "Xiao Yan, you mustn't tell Yan Yu what I said."

“If he finds out, he will definitely be furious with me.”

"I won't tell Brother Yan Yu," Little Yan obediently nodded.

Lin Zhiqing thought for a moment and then asked, "Xiao Yan, did Yan Yu ever mention his younger brother to you before?"

“Brother Yan Yu told me some things. He said that Brother Yan Hang doesn’t know martial arts and is very timid,” Xiao Yan replied while thinking.

"Timid? Yes, timid," Lin Yangyang replied.

"After so many years, won't a person's personality change?" Lin Zhiqing pursed her lips.

"Why think about these things? They have nothing to do with us and only cause unnecessary trouble," Lin Yangyang said, shrugging.

Lin Zhiqing nodded: "Let's go quickly."