Gin sighed, "But Second Young Master Liang has already gone far. Is it necessary to inform him in time?"
Gongsun Jing thought for a moment and nodded, "You will stay here to arrange the business deals I've discussed with my son-in-law. Let Qinxin take the 'token'. This reason is too absurd. If Qinxin hadn't delivered it in person, this old woman would never have figured it out."
As she spoke, Gongsun Jing couldn't help but smile, "My good son-in-law is clearly reasonable. How could he be so terrifying?"
"Indeed, after all, even the Qin Xian of this era has fallen. Youth is truly wonderful!" Gin couldn't help but smile as well.
Liang Xiao and the other two sat in the carriage, Yue Lian on his left and Jian Qinwan on his right, the atmosphere quite ambiguous.
At this moment, both Yue Lian and Jian Qinwan were disguised as men, wearing loose white robes and tying their hair like men.
Conversely, Liang Xiao had his hair unbound and had even given himself and the two girls each a fake little mustache.
Jian Qinwan and Yue Lian occasionally stole glances at Liang Xiao, who was deep in thought, their hearts racing.
Didn't he look even more handsome with his disheveled hair and serious expression?
At this moment, Jian Qinwan's mind was in turmoil.
Who would have thought that the person strategizing before them was a complete rogue last night, kissing her all night until she was lost in a daze!
Now, Jian Qinwan even dared not speak.
"My dear wife," Liang Xiao spoke first.
"You, why do you call me again..." Jian Qinwan's face flushed red.
"Oh, I apologize. I'll be mindful and won't take advantage of you so often," Liang Xiao grinned.
Seeing his shameless face return, Jian Qinwan huffed, "I'll forget everything that happened during the wedding tomorrow, and I won't let you get too cocky!"
Liang Xiao pondered.
After her shyness subsided, Jian Qinwan lowered her head and said softly, "I suppose I can't hide it from you. I'll lay it all out! It was my impulsive decision to discuss forcing you into marriage with my master. Please don't blame my master for being abrupt..."
Liang Xiao frowned.
Jian Qinwan hastily said, "If you're not satisfied, scold me a few times. I won't hold a grudge!"
Liang Xiao looked at Jian Qinwan, his brow still furrowed, and asked, "Don't you see that I'm more than willing, and even find it quite exhilarating?"
Yue Lian could no longer hold back her laughter, covering her mouth and shaking with mirth.
Jian Qinwan's face turned red. "You, you, you... I should have known you were shameless! When we get back, I'll confess and apologize to the Princess and your fiancée."
"Sister Qinwan, you worry too much. Who in Yanzhou and the capital doesn't know that you are also the future Marchioness of Anguo? If Young Master wrongs you, Sister Qingxue and the others will resent you for making them bear the reputation of being jealous. Tianjing is..."
"Tianjing is the heirloom treasure most suited for a Bodhisattva!"
Yue Lian was interrupted by Liang Xiao before she could finish. Seeing Liang Xiao wink at her, she said no more.
Having spent so much time with Liang Xiao, Yue Lian naturally understood that Liang Xiao hoped Jian Qinwan would one day learn the truth about Tianjing in front of Luo Qingxue.
She was looking forward to the scene of her knowing the truth... it was stimulating.
Jian Qinwan nodded resignedly.
She understood this logic, but still wanted to confess voluntarily.
"Ah! What are you doing..."
At this moment, Jian Qinwan suddenly cried out in surprise, her face flushing again as she looked at Liang Xiao.
Liang Xiao had already taken her hand.
Liang Xiao pouted, "Even if you truly want to forget about the marriage, my reputation as a rogue flower-picker has already been ruined by you. I won't hold you responsible, so holding hands occasionally isn't too much, right?"
"You..."
Jian Qinwan looked at Liang Xiao resentfully, letting him hold her hand. Feeling the warmth in her palm, her shyness turned into sweetness.
He had a reputation?
How could there be such a shameless person in this world...
Yue Lian laughed even harder: the noble and aloof Qin Xian was completely subdued!
It wasn't until Liang Xiao took Yue Lian's hand with his other hand that Yue Lian quieted down, her face blushing.
No matter what, Jian Qinwan never refused Liang Xiao's touch thereafter.
"Young Master, we've reached Luzhou!" came the voice of a Liang Mansion guard from outside.
To maintain a low profile and efficiency, everyone accompanying them addressed Liang Xiao as Young Master or Master.
Liang Xiao immediately led the two out of the carriage, looking at the vast city of Luzhou.
The Jiangnan region of the Daqian Kingdom was not a fixed geographical concept. It generally referred to the vast area south of the Yangtze River, with some prosperous northern regions also included.
Luzhou was once known as the foremost city in Jiangnan. Even after the economic center of Jiangnan shifted to Jinling, it remained prosperous.
The streets were bustling with traffic, and every alley and lane was packed with people. Compared to the impoverished northern Yanzhou, it was a world of difference.
Chen Shaoling, amidst the crowd, nodded to Liang Xiao's guards, their understanding unspoken.
No matter where he was, Liang Xiao never let his guard down, nor did he reject the caution of the Tianshan chivalrous figures. Instead, he wholeheartedly agreed.
Out of habit, if he were alone, Liang Xiao might take risks when necessary, but he would never neglect the safety of his loved ones. After all, he had experienced several assassinations and could not rely on his enemies being benevolent and law-abiding.
Looking around, Liang Xiao asked, "Luzhou has many local specialties. Do you want to try some?"
Yue Lian and Jian Qinwan shook their heads simultaneously.
"Young Master, Sister Qinwan taught us that things outside are unclean and not to be eaten carelessly. Young Master should also exercise restraint, especially since you've only recently recovered!"
Liang Xiao chuckled, nodded, and after a moment of thought, said, "When we find a place to rest, I'll make some snacks for you later."
The two girls' beautiful eyes lit up, and they nodded expectantly. Suddenly, there was a commotion to the east.
"Murder! Robbery and assault! Kidnapping women!"
Frightened screams of women could be heard from afar.
The three of them looked in the direction of the sound and saw a young girl in a plain skirt fleeing, pursued by a group of anxious-looking strong men.
The distance between them was less than ten zhang. In her desperation, the girl in the plain skirt overturned radishes, eggs, and other items from the roadside stalls. Chaos ensued wherever she passed.
The vegetable vendors couldn't believe that a young maiden would act so wildly. They stood frozen for a moment before recovering and roaring, "You pay for my vegetables!"
So the vendors, along with the group of strong men, chased after the fleeing girl.
"Third Miss, please hurry home!" The leading strong man's face turned red, and he roared anxiously.
The onlookers, unaware of the reason, dared not stop them and made way.
The girl in the plain skirt soon ran to within a few zhang of Liang Xiao, tears streaming down her face, "Save me!"
Liang Xiao and the other two looked at her with confusion. Liang Xiao vigilantly eyed the girl, only relaxing when he confirmed she wasn't a disguised assassin.
Turning back to see that she was about to be caught, the girl crouched on the ground, covering her face and weeping, "Please let me go, I am young, pitiful, and helpless..."
"Young Master..." Yue Lian couldn't bear it and cast a pleading look at Liang Xiao.
Liang Xiao suppressed his doubts, casually picked up a large bamboo stick from a nearby stall, and walked towards the girl.
Under the astonished gaze of everyone, Liang Xiao swung the large bamboo stick, dispatching all the charging strong men and vendors to the ground in a few swift movements.
Jian Qinwan stared blankly at the large bamboo stick in Liang Xiao's hand.
The way Liang Xiao swung the stick earlier resembled spear techniques...
The leading strong man looked horrified, glaring at Liang Xiao and roaring, "You dare to hold my young lady hostage? Who are you? State your name!!"
Hostage?
Liang Xiao glanced at the girl squatting and sobbing, his face filled with righteousness, and shouted sternly, "I have no other name than Lu Changhe, and I sit without changing my surname!"