Liang Xiao sat up from the bed amidst the expectant gazes of the crowd. He got off the bed with ease, pacing back and forth in the room with a smile.
"Thank you, Divine Doctor!" Liang Xiao once again expressed his sincere gratitude.
"If you are truly grateful, then do not mistreat my son, nor should you send her back to Tianshan. Otherwise, you will surely be drowned by the spittle of the three thousand disciples of Tianshan," Mu Xueqin said with a serious expression.
Jian Qinwan's heart fluttered with panic, and she lowered her head.
These past few days, her mother had only allowed her, Luo Qingxue, and Yue Lian to care for Liang Xiao, not even permitting Diao'er and the others to visit.
Liang Xiao immediately stated, "My skin is as thin as a cicada's wing, how could I possibly mistreat a young girl?"
Mu Xueqin was then put at ease and reminded him, "This old woman has merely removed the stagnant blood and toxins from your body. From now on, you will prepare the medicine according to the prescription, change the dressings on time, and apply them for a period. You should be almost healed."
"Can I engage in strenuous activity?" Liang Xiao asked.
"Strenuous activity?" Mu Xueqin was taken aback and looked at Luo Qingxue, "Are you that eager to marry your fiancée and consumate the marriage?"
Upon hearing this, Luo Qingxue's face instantly turned crimson, and she lowered her head, fiddling with her clothes.
Jian Qinwan then looked up, gazing at the shy Luo Qingxue, her heart filled with bitterness. "Hmph..."
Liang Xiao was also speechless, but he dared not mention engaging in martial arts. He simply let Mu Xueqin misunderstand.
"Exercise some restraint. Before you are completely healed, try not to engage in reckless martial arts. There is still risk involved," Mu Xueqin sighed.
Reckless martial arts?
Everyone looked at Liang Xiao and Mu Xueqin with surprise.
"Got it!" Liang Xiao quickly changed the subject and chuckled, "Speaking of which, Divine Doctor, what do you intend to give me? This humble one has always been indifferent to fame and fortune. If what you give is not practical enough, then I cannot accept it."
Ding Wu Yi and Jian Qinwan could not help but roll their eyes at Liang Xiao.
He had once again inadvertently revealed his shameless countenance.
Mu Xueqin was also amused by Liang Xiao, "Don't worry, it's something you need most, and only you in the world are worthy of it."
Liang Xiao was filled with doubt but still nodded, not saying another word.
Mu Xueqin was always implying things, which made Liang Xiao even more determined to avoid conversing with her.
The group, carrying a pile of medicine bags, left the bamboo forest with Liang Xiao.
Jian Qinwan walked out of the bamboo house, looking at Liang Xiao and his entourage. After hesitating for a moment, her face filled with grievance, she petulantly followed behind them.
These past few days, this scoundrel Liang Xiao had made her unable to focus on playing her zither. She had to get her own back!
"Miss Qinwan," Liang Xiao suddenly turned around and looked at Jian Qinwan.
Jian Qinwan snorted, "You can just call me by my name!"
"Uh, how about 'Goddess'?"
Luo Qingxue also snorted, "I think 'Rakshasa' is more fitting. She always wants to gouge your eyes out."
"You are birds of a feather!" Jian Qinwan retorted, not to be outdone.
Luo Qingxue's hand, gripping her sword, trembled slightly in anger.
What did they take her and Liang Xiao for!
Liang Xiao quickly intervened to mediate and said, "Miss Qinwan, I ask nothing of you, only that you do not trouble my friends and family..."
"Don't worry, this young lady will only trouble you..." Jian Qinwan replied casually, then looked at Luo Qingxue, "And her, birds of a feather!"
"Bah~ This young lady won't bother with someone as arrogant as you," Luo Qingxue said dismissively.
This time, it was Jian Qinwan's turn to glare.
At this point, Ding Wu Yi also had a splitting headache. He smiled bitterly and tried to smooth things over, "The two ladies will be under the same roof in the future, it's better to live in harmony..."
He was merely sent to escort Liang Xiao to seek medical attention. What would his master think if he knew Liang Xiao had brought another girl back to the capital?
"Under the same roof..."
Jian Qinwan's heart grew more flustered, though she maintained a calm demeanor on the surface. She turned her head away, no longer paying attention to Luo Qingxue.
"I know what you're afraid of. Rest assured, my father is the Sword Saint, my mother is the Divine Doctor, and my master is the Qin Saint. I, myself, would not stoop to killing you."
Liang Xiao then smiled with relief.
Jian Qinwan's tone changed again, "But if you commit evil deeds in the future, and are cruel to the people, then don't blame this young lady for acting on behalf of Heaven."
Yue Lian was the first to assure him, "My young master has the welfare of the country at heart and is admired by all the people!"
"Oh..." Jian Qinwan merely replied listlessly. She did not feel the joy of getting her own back, and her nose felt a little sore.
He had the welfare of the country at heart and was admired by all the people...
But her inherent pride made her unwilling to bow her head, let alone expose her vulnerable side to Liang Xiao.
With Jian Qinwan's assurance, Ding Wu Yi also relaxed considerably and burst into hearty laughter.
After all, what business was the grievances of young people to him?
His job was only to ensure this child's safety, to prevent him from dying young, and to allow him to continue the lineage for his master!
At this moment, Ding Wu Yi was inwardly ecstatic, completely forgetting that he was the leader of the Shadow Guards. Liang Xiao and the others stared at him in astonishment.
A moment later, Ding Wu Yi realized his lapse in composure. He coughed a few times and resumed his cold demeanor.
"This is really strange. Why is it that the more I interact with Young Master Liang Er, the more shameless I become? I should stay away from him in the future!" Ding Wu Yi was furious in his heart!
The atmosphere became much more relaxed, but Jian Qinwan, Liang Xiao, and Luo Qingxue still seemed incompatible.
Yue Lian mustered her courage and broke the silence, asking, "Miss Qinwan, do you know what the Divine Doctor wants to give our young master? And why did the Divine Doctor insist that young master go to Bodhi Temple?"
"I'm not very clear either. My mother doesn't allow me to say..." Jian Qinwan replied casually.
Hearing Jian Qinwan's contradictory responses, everyone was bewildered but helpless.
As soon as they reached the entrance of the large courtyard, Liang Xiao was met with hundreds of envious gazes.
"Marquis An Guo, treat our junior sister well, and don't make her cry!"
"Marquis An Guo, don't let our junior sister live in a dirty place, she can't stand it!"
...
Hundreds of swordsmen blocked the entrance, staring at Liang Xiao in unison, issuing warnings as if reciting collectively.
"What are you doing?" Jian Qinwan was both embarrassed and annoyed, glaring at the numerous senior brothers.
This made it seem as if her family was afraid the bride would be mistreated after marriage!
"Literati are the most detestable. They love to spout flowery words. Junior sister, don't be deceived by their sweet talk!" Several disciples said with deep regret.
Jian Qinwan's hand trembled slightly, and she unconsciously reached for the sword at her waist, wishing she could give each of her senior brothers a slash.
"Don't think of my man as so worthless!" Luo Qingxue retorted angrily, but Liang Xiao stopped her.
Liang Xiao looked at the indignant Tianshan disciples and smiled, "You think literati look down on martial artists, but your current behavior is also a form of looking down on literati. What's the difference between you and the literati you despise?"
Everyone was stunned, and then erupted in indignation.
"Martial and civil are irreconcilable! We martial artists value solid action, while you literati prefer to wag your tongues. Isn't it also you who promoted suppressing the military in favor of the civil?" Many disciples rebuked, their faces flushed.
Jian Qinwan found the atmosphere to be incorrect and quickly spoke sternly, "All of you, be quiet! He, he's not what you think..."
Everyone was taken aback and lamented, "Heavens, even junior sister couldn't escape. After only a few days, she's already been deceived and is turning her back on us!"
The scene descended into chaos!