It has been more than half a month since Li Fenglan left Xiangyang, and the date for the decisive battle she mentioned is very close.
In the study of the master of Thorn Gate, four people, Chen Xiangzhi, Feng Yao, Li Fenglan, and Han Lu, sat facing each other.
"I don't understand what Master Zhiyuan means by this move, but I know that his original intention must have something to do with us." After Li Fenglan arrived, he didn't say any polite words, went straight to the point, and directly discussed the martial arts conference.
Agarwood said nothing, Feng Yao said with a smile: "Miss Li, this is a conspiracy, it's not easy to break."
"Indeed, but it's not unbreakable."
Chen Xiangzhi suddenly said: "The martial arts conference will probably be held in February next year, and it will not affect our affairs."
"But taking down Yeyu Xiaozhu is not our ultimate goal. We also have to dig out the people behind it. Once Yeyu Xiaozhu is taken down, the mastermind behind it will definitely take action. If it is delayed by the martial arts conference at this time , our chances are much slimmer.”
Chen Xiangzhi nodded: "What Miss Li said makes sense, but as Master Feng said, we cannot avoid this round. During the martial arts competition, all kinds of grievances and grudges will be pushed back, and we are destined to lose this time. "
"But there is still a way to make amends." Li Fenglan's eyes were determined.
Feng Yao laughed "haha": "Miss Li's idea is very bold."
"This junior can only think of this way."
Chen Xiangzhi interrupted the two of them: "Master Feng, Miss Li, please speak directly if you have anything to say, and don't use riddles."
Li Fenglan nodded: "Okay, then I'll tell you the truth... Master Shen, can you be the leader of the martial arts alliance?"
Agarwood branches have this qualification. The Thorny Sect has always done decent things, and Chen Xiangzhi has done more good things than Qiao Fei since he came to power. Although people in the world have focused on Li Fenglan during this period, what Chen Xiangzhi has done is also remarkable, and he has made a name for himself in just two years. Now when people in the world talk about Agarwood, no one thinks she is just a little girl who is just starting out. They all think she is an old person who has been in the world for at least twenty years.
But who would have thought that Agarwood is only in her early twenties this year.
Agarwood pondered for a long time, raised her head and asked, "Master Feng, what do you think?"
"It's feasible," Feng Yao nodded, "If the sect leader becomes the leader of the martial arts alliance, at least the things we do in the future will have some legitimacy, and we can also help the Bai family cover up some things."
"Okay," Chen Xiangzhi answered simply, "When the time comes, I'll try my best."
Just as he was talking, he heard someone outside the door shouting: "Master, something's happened!"
Agarwood asked: "What's the matter?"
"Ask for an audience with Mrs. Xu from the Ministry of Education."
"please come in."
"yes."
When Li Fenglan was still thinking "Who is Mrs. Xu?" Linghan had already opened the door and ran in. She grabbed Li Fenglan's hand who had not yet come out of her doubts and said happily: "Fenglan! Why are you here? Already?"
Li Fenglan suddenly realized, oh, Linghan is already married to Xu Qingchen, isn't she Mrs. Xu?
Li Fenglan replied with a smile: "I just have something to discuss with Master Shen. Linghan, aren't you in Yangzhou? Why are you here at Thorns Clan?"
The reason was a bit hard to explain, so Ayana could only smile awkwardly: "I was afraid that he wouldn't be able to handle things alone, so I followed him."
At this time, Chen Xiangzhi stood up and said, "Let's stop talking here first. Master Feng, please ask someone to arrange a place for Miss Li and others."
"Okay," Feng Yao also stood up and said with a smile, "I won't disturb you young people's chat."
With that said, he walked out of the house.
Only then did Linghan notice that Han Lu was also there, and her eyes immediately widened: "Muyun? Are you... back?"
Han Lu stood up and said with a smile: "Sister-in-law, long time no see."
Linghan was a little confused: How to call her sister-in-law? Even if he shouted after Li Fenglan, he should still call him sister.
Li Fenglan said to Chen Xiangzhi: "Master Shen, I still have something to tell you."
Agarwood said: "Come to the back garden to talk... Linghan, you can come too."
Ayana was a little embarrassed: "Won't I disturb you guys from talking about business?"
"No, they are all our own people."
Li Fenglan said to Han Lu: "If it's my daughter's house, don't follow her."
Linghan smiled and said, "Just wait in the yard for a while. Brother Qingchen will be here soon. Let him take you around."
Han Lu could only say: "That's fine."
The three women left the courtyard one after the other. Han Lu stood alone in the courtyard in a daze, thinking to herself: What else does Li Fenglan have to talk to Master Shen? Isn’t this all said and done?
Just as he was thinking about it, he saw Xu Qingchen and a man as tall as an iron tower walking into the courtyard.
After Xu Qingchen saw Han Lu, he made an expression with Linghan, cupped his fists and raised his hands: "Brother Mu Yun, you...returned to Miss Li?"
With a smile on his face, Han Lu saluted solemnly and said, "Junior brother Han Lu, I have met senior brother Xu."
Xu Qingchen became even more confused: "Junior brother...are you...and I really the same sect?"
"Yes, I just met Master a few days ago."
"Master, how is he doing?"
"The body is quite strong."
Xu Qingchen introduced to Xiong San: "This is the Mu I often mentioned to you... Oh yes, now his name is Han Lu."
Xiong San said carelessly: "I know, I know. You are Miss Li's blue-faced confidant. I often hear Qingchen mention you. Don't be stunned. Come to my room. I have prepared two jars of good wine." ! Mr. Yang is in good health today, let him come too!"
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"Oh," Linghan suddenly realized, "No wonder he calls me sister-in-law, then he is indeed from Brother Qingchen's side."
Li Fenglan held Linghan's arm and complained: "You don't know how stupid he is. You know what happened in Xiangyang some time ago, right? He is that Han Lu."
Linghan nodded with deep understanding: "Their brothers and sisters all have the same virtues, and they are too pedantic."
"that is."
Agarwood was walking alone in front, and the two little sisters behind her were holding hands and chatting happily, completely forgetting that there was someone else in front of them.
It wasn't until they arrived in the back garden that the agarwood tree said "Arrived" and the two of them came back to their senses. Oh, she was here too.
The layout of the back garden is still the same as before, with wildly growing flowers and plants, a desk, and a few chairs.
The three of them sat down, and the atmosphere was a little awkward.
Chen Xiangzhi asked: "Miss Li, don't you have something to tell me?"
Li Fenglan came back to her senses: "Yes..." The reason why Li Fenglan felt embarrassed was because what she wanted to say to Chen Xiangzhi was neither important nor formal. But Chen Xiangzhi was a serious person, and every move he made was very elegant, which made it difficult for Li Fenglan to speak.
After much hesitation, Li Fenglan finally said: "Actually, I wanted to tell Master Shen when we met in Yaoxian Valley last year, but we were not familiar with each other at that time."
Agarwood tree said intentionally or unintentionally: "We have only met for the second time now."
Li Fenglan was convinced and found someone who couldn't speak better than Mu Yun. If this book were to rank "Can't Talk", Amber would be fourth, Xu Qingchen third, Mu Yun second, and Agarwood first.
This sentence choked Li Fenglan so much that she didn't know what to say next.
Who would have thought that Agarwood took the initiative to find the steps: "But I still understand better than the first time."
Li Fenglan breathed a sigh of relief and said slowly: "Actually, this is not appropriate for me to say. It would be much better if Master Feng said it."
"What words?"
"Master Shen, you are... too straightforward. Although you usually don't have any emotions, once you have an idea in your heart, it is too easy to express it. I believe everyone around you can guess your inner thoughts... This is different from what we are doing now. What he did is harmful, I hope Master Shen can hide it more."
She originally thought that Agarwood would be unconvinced after saying this, but who would have thought that Agarwood actually thought about it seriously and responded: "Indeed, Master Feng also told me, but unfortunately this problem is not easy to change."
Li Fenglan said hurriedly: "As long as you know it clearly in your heart, pay more attention. There is no need to change it."
"good."
After speaking, the three fell into a long silence.
Although Linghan had chatted with Agarwood a few times, it was never painful and she didn't understand Agarwood's temper at all. Not to mention Li Fenglan, I only met her twice in total.
There was silence for a long time, and just when Li Fenglan was about to find an excuse to slip away, Chen Xiangzhi suddenly said: "Miss Li's dress now is not as elegant as last year."
"Ah?" Li Fenglan didn't react.
Linghan looked at Li Fenglan and said in surprise: "Yes, you are wearing earrings. You are indeed better at dressing up than before."
Li Fenglan realized that Chen Xiangzhi was indeed talking about her dress, so she had to say: "Uh... if you are going to get married, you need to dress up."
"Miss Li is so beautiful that you don't have to worry about dressing up."
"It's... it's an award, it's just so-so." Li Fenglan was a little confused again: why did she suddenly comment on her appearance and clothing? Is there any deep intention?
Seeing that the two of them were struggling to talk, Ayana had no choice but to smooth things over: "Senior Sword Immortal's three daughters are all quite beautiful."
Agarwood nodded: "Indeed, especially Jade Girl."
Li Fenglan understood, she realized that the current agarwood tree was looking for a topic to chat with! And I’m still looking for topics to talk about between girls!
This made Li Fenglan feel incredible. The agarwood branch felt like a stone to her, hard, angular, and emotionless. There should be no such thing as daughterly love in her world.
But now Li Fenglan is very sure that Chen Xiangzhi is trying to gossip with the two of them!
After understanding, Li Fenglan suddenly laughed, which made Linghan and Shen Xiangzhi confused.
Li Fenglan asked with a smile: "Master Shen likes black very much."
Agarwood looked at her black clothes and nodded: "It's easier to take care of."
Li Fenglan nodded: "It's the same as what I thought before. Wearing so many bits and pieces would be very troublesome to take care of."
Linghan nodded in agreement: "I used to like to dress smartly, but after I met Brother Qingchen, I always wanted to dress up nicely. I am also happy when he is happy."
Agarwood asked again without hesitation: "Isn't it the same for Ms. Li? She only starts dressing up when she meets someone she likes."
Li Fenglan was a little embarrassed: "It's not all because of this... that, Master Shen, how old are you this year?"
"Twenty-three, what's wrong?"
"...I always feel that you are older. It's not that you are old, it's that you are too stable."
"kindness."
Linghan asked: "Master, haven't you ever thought about finding a good husband?"
Agarwood replied: "No, I don't have enough time."
The conversation in the small garden continued, but it was not as awkward as before.
