Chapter Eighty-Three: The Yu Family's Jade Lanxing

Initially irritated by herself, Jiang Lingshuang, upon hearing Yun Si's words, stepped forward and pushed Jade Lanxing aside, beginning a heartfelt attempt to advise, "Little monk, do you know him? Let me tell you, he's the boldest of the bold when it comes to women. Be careful if any pretty girl catches his eye." Jiang Lingshuang was always straightforward, living like the sun, but someone like her couldn't keep things hidden. If she weren't the county princess, she would surely have suffered from gossip.

Jade Lanxing, pushed to the back, could only smile wryly. Growing up together with Jiang Lingshuang, they were supposed to be innocent childhood friends, envied by many as a perfect match. However, from an early age, they couldn't stand each other. Many times during their cultivation in the Kunlun Mountains, Jiang Lingshuang had played tricks on him. Such behavior from Jiang Lingshuang was nothing new to him.

"Alright, enough of that. You shouldn't say such things. Can't you see she's our junior?" Although he knew she was joking, Jade Lanxing still felt the need to correct her if she said something wrong.

"Exactly! Don't think I don't know you went to Cuihong Pavilion a few days ago and brought a girl back!" Despite Jade Lanxing's efforts to explain, Jiang Lingshuang persisted, not relenting.

"That was... " Jade Lanxing wanted to explain but, considering the two guests who had come from afar, he decided to smile and say, "Master, don't mind her. She's used to being playful. You two must be tired after the long journey. How about I take you to rest first?"

"Sounds good."

Jade Lanxing led Qing Wu and Yun Si to the General's Mansion, while Jiang Lingshuang followed beside him. In the meantime, she couldn't help but be curious and asked in a low voice, "Why did you invite these martial artists here? Is it about the palace incident?"

"Exactly. With the tragic death of the Fifth Prince and the unresolved situation at the Xingshu Pavilion, which proves his incompetence, it's the responsibility of the courtiers to share the Emperor's burdens. This time is no exception." Jade Lanxing spoke casually, with a hint of amusement.

Jiang Lingshuang looked at Jade Lanxing with suspicion. She had grown up with him and knew his little secrets. After some hesitation, she glanced back at the two people behind them and asked in a low voice, "But... where did you find these two? Can they be trusted?"

It was understandable that Jiang Lingshuang was suspicious. After all, Qing Wu and Yun Si looked clean and tidy, nothing like martial artists. It wouldn't be surprising if they were just freeloaders.

Seeing Jiang Lingshuang's doubt, Jade Lanxing smiled and reassured her, "You can rest assured about these two. I've seen their skills and they won't disappoint you."

However, at that moment...

"Master, that man doesn't seem like a good person. I think we should be careful." Yun Si whispered sneakily behind Qing Wu.

"Don't speak recklessly! You can't judge someone by their appearance alone." Qing Wu reprimanded her in a low voice.

"Okay..." Yun Si obediently replied and didn't dare to say more.

"General!" A hurried voice came.

"What's wrong?" Jade Lanxing had just arrived at the mansion when a guard rushed over to report.

The guard handed over a brocade box, saying, "This was sent by the palace musician."

"The musician? Is it the one who played in the hall that day?" Jiang Lingshuang became excited upon hearing the word "musician." She had also been present in the hall that day and had been drawn to his extremely handsome appearance.

Even setting aside his appearance, his elegant demeanor and refined temperament were quite appealing.