I was just playing tricks, how come I became Bai Yueguang

After a long flight, the convoy finally entered the territory of Country A, circled up the winding mountain road, and finally set out on the journey back home.

Outside the gate of Shen Garden, the bluestone steps in front of the gate were swept spotlessly. Shen Qian, Shen Yuan, and Shen Jiao each occupied their own camp, without any communication at all.

When they heard the sound of a car engine not far away, the three of them walked towards the front yard at the same time.

The convoy stopped and Shen Lanxi got out first, her expression still as calm as usual.

Shen Qingyu followed behind him with a hint of hostility on his face.

Jiang Huashan and Shen Guiling were the last to get out of the car. Shen Guiling still seemed a little "weak", with half of his body leaning against the car door inconspicuously.

Shen Qingyu was furious when she saw him looking so fragile. A man who dared to jump out of a window without blinking an eye, what was he doing pretending to be a fool? Only that brainless girl Jiang Huashan would believe it.

"A Ling!" Shen Qian hurried forward, holding Shen Guiling's arm and looking him up and down. "Why is your Qi and blood so low? You've been through a lot this time. Don't worry, Grandpa and Dad have seen it all, good boy."

Shen Guiling replied softly: "I'm fine, I'm sorry to have worried you."

"..." Shen Qingyu was amused by the scene of loving father and filial son.

He couldn't help but roll his eyes, crossed his arms, and sneered, "Uncle, you're worrying too much. Your eldest son spent the whole night climbing through windows and blocking doors to cause trouble. How could he look good?"

Shen Qian frowned slightly, his expression dimming a little.

Originally, because Jiang Huashan had run away from home, the old man had made an exception and agreed to let Shen Qian go to Country S to search for her. However, just as he was packing and preparing to depart, Country S sealed all entry points. After much deliberation, the Shen family finally discovered that Shen Qingyu had committed a serious offense in Country S, and the queen had ordered the repatriation of all members of the Shen family.

Now that Shen Qian and Shen Yuan have fallen out, naturally he also dislikes Shen Qingyu.

Shen Guiling noticed Shen Qian's subtle mood changes and smiled calmly: "I was thinking that I would be able to go home to see you and grandpa soon. I was so happy that I didn't sleep all night last night, so my complexion is a little off."

Most of this sentence is nonsense, the most crucial sentence is "I didn't sleep all night."

Shen Qingyu and Shen Lanxi inexplicably understood the hidden meaning of Shen Guiling's words, and their faces suddenly became extremely gloomy.

Shen Guiling raised his eyes, seemingly glancing at the two of them unintentionally, and continued, "It's not just me. I'm afraid Brother Lan Xi and Qing Yu were also so happy that they didn't sleep all night."

“…” The two of them fell silent at the same time.

Shen Jiao frowned slightly, her eyes darting between the three of them. She quietly pulled Jiang Huashan aside and asked, "What's going on with those three? Why is there such a tense atmosphere?"

"I don't know?" Jiang Huashan shook his head in confusion. Suddenly, he remembered something and put on a smile as he hugged Shen Jiao's arm. "You see, I'm a lucky star. As soon as I went there, the Queen packed up and sent me back~"

How could Shen Jiao not know what she was thinking? She had originally planned to wait for someone to come back and give her a good scolding, but now that it had come to this, she felt a little reluctant.

Jiang Huashan was different from Fu Suer. Every time he made a mistake, he apologized immediately without waiting for her to react, and was sweet-mouthed. Unlike Fu Suer, who was stubborn and refused to admit his mistake even when the evidence was right in front of him.

Shen Jiao glanced at the center of the storm and softened her expression: "Okay, come with me to see the old man first."

Jiang Huashan looked back at the air pressure over there, which was comparable to that of a passing cold front, and nodded silently.

Seeing Shen Jiao and Jiang Huashan walk straight into the gate, Shen Yuan stepped forward, patted Shen Qingyu on the shoulder, and said with a smile: "Brother, the children are tired after just coming back. Let them in first? The old man is still waiting to see someone."

Shen Qian pretended not to hear, without even raising his eyelids, he turned to look at Shen Lanxi beside him: "Lanxi, thank you for your hard work."

After saying that, he gently patted the back of Shen Guiling's hand, signaling him to follow him.

The smile on Shen Yuan's lips gradually froze, but soon softened again. He put on an expression as if he was paying homage to a living ancestor and looked at his rebellious son beside him, "You've made it! You assassinated the ancestor of the royal family! Why don't you go back and change your clothes? Do you want your grandfather to see you in such a state of disgrace?"

Shen Qingyu frowned and sneered, ignoring Shen Yuan's preaching, turned around and walked straight into the main courtyard.

After a while, the originally bustling front yard was left with only the manager of the front yard.

The old steward stepped forward respectfully: "Master Lan Xi, please come in."

Shen Lanxi had long been accustomed to this desolate atmosphere. She nodded lightly and stepped over the threshold in the shimmering light.

Gao Zhi looked at his lonely figure, hesitated for a moment, and strode forward to stand shoulder to shoulder with Shen Lanxi.

He was used to standing behind Shen Lanxi, but the light was slanting in the afternoon and the young master might not be able to see him, so he chose to overstep the line.

Shen Lanxi paused slightly, then continued forward as if nothing had happened.

*

Since Jiang Huashan went to Country S, Shen Zhuang returned to Shen Garden to recuperate.

As soon as Shen Jiao led Jiang Huashan into Qin Garden, Fu Suier rushed over and said, "You're finally back!"

"Be gentle, my waist is going to break."

Shen Jiao knew that the two little sisters had something to talk about, so she gently patted Fu Sui'er's buttocks and said, "To make a long story short, your grandfather is still waiting inside."

Fu Suier was somewhat dissatisfied with Shen Jiao's spanking, but he didn't dare to resist. He waved his hand and said "I know", then pulled Jiang Huashan and quickly ran to the corner of the corridor.

It is relatively quiet here, with only sunlight shining through the carved window lattices casting mottled shadows on the ground.

"What's wrong?" Jiang Huashan was confused by her attitude. "What's the big deal?"

As soon as he finished speaking, a burst of laughter suddenly came from the hall.

Jiang Huashan was slightly stunned. Although the laughter was mixed with several different sounds, she still recognized the old man's voice at first glance.

"Are there others?" She looked towards the hall, following the voice. She was curious about what could make Grandpa so happy.

Fu Sui'er nodded and pointed to the flower hall: "It's Xiao Lanlan, she's back. As soon as you left for Country S, your second uncle couldn't wait to bring her back. She..."

Jiang Huashan's expression shifted slightly, and he tilted his head and raised an eyebrow: "What's wrong with her?"

Fu Suier thought for a moment, choosing his words carefully. "She seems to have changed. She's no longer the same as before. Be careful when you go in later."

"Changed? She should have changed. Can she come back if she's still the same as before?"

Jiang Huashan didn't take it seriously and patted Fu Sui'er's shoulder gently. "Let's go and see what's going on."

*

The aroma of tea wafts through the flower hall.

Shen Zhuang sat upright on the rosewood armchair in the main seat. He looked much more energetic than before, with a rare relaxed smile on his face.

Beside him sat a young woman in a moon-white cheongsam. It was Xiao Lanlan. She was elegant, her makeup delicate, and she was leaning slightly forward to speak to the old man, her tone gentle, drawing a nod from him.

On either side of the lower table, Shen Jiao, Shen E, Shen Rang, Shen Mianzhi, and others sat in order, seemingly enjoying tea and chatting, but in reality, they were all just guests. The atmosphere was harmonious, yet there was a subtle sense of centeredness, centered around Xiao Lanlan and the old man.

Jiang Huashan and Fu Sui'er walked into the flower hall together and saw this scene.

Fu Suier silently winked: See, you’re better at coaxing people now than before.

Jiang Huashan smiled, and suddenly spoke without warning: "Grandpa~ I'm back~"

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