The windows were open and the night breeze was slightly chilly.

Nian Jincheng's face was terrifyingly gloomy.

Lin Bojun finally thought of how to comfort him, "I heard from Qi Jun that your fourth sister participated in this martial arts competition and shined brilliantly. If she can enter the top three, coupled with your achievements this time, I beg the emperor to take back her life."

, it’s not impossible.”

Nian Jincheng looked at Lin Bojun in disbelief, "What did you say?"

Lin Bojun didn't expect him to react like this. He was stunned for a moment, thinking that he hadn't heard clearly. He said it again and emphasized that the killing of King Nanping was the credit of the two of them.

"She shines in martial arts?" Nian Jincheng frowned.

"Yes!" Lin Bojun nodded, "Before Qi Jun left Beijing, the knockout rounds were over, and my sister had no defeat. You said before that she only knew how to show off her skills, but you were too modest."

Nian Jincheng looked puzzled, "She really only knows how to embroider her fists and legs."

"Perhaps she practices martial arts diligently and deliberately hides it from you, waiting to give you a surprise." Lin Bojun said.

"Hide it from me..." Nian Jincheng said coldly, "She has no need to hide this from me!"

Lin Bojun finally realized belatedly that Nian Jincheng's anger did not seem to be directed at the royal family who granted the marriage...

"Are you okay?" Lin Bojun asked.

Nian Jincheng asked, "Where is Qi Jun? I want to see him."

Lin Bojun was stunned for a moment, then nodded and said, "Okay!"

…

When Qi Jun saw Nian Jincheng, he remembered something.

That day at Huguo Temple, Nian Ruxue tricked Su Liang, and finally suffered the consequences and got a gifted marriage.

Xing Yusheng knew that Qin Yujin originally had his heart set on Nian Jincheng, but his favorite cousin-in-law was his second uncle Lin Bojun.

Because of Nian Ruxue's bad character and Nian Jincheng's love for her, Qin Yujin's impression of Nian Jincheng was greatly reduced, and so was Xing Yusheng's.

No matter how you calculate it, Nian Jincheng is an absolute outsider.

Qi Jun thought that no matter what Nian Jincheng asked, he would answer carefully.

"Please sit down." Nian Jincheng had calmed down.

"I'll just stand." Qi Jun smiled.

"It's up to you." Nian Jincheng didn't force it, "I heard that the martial arts knockout competition was over before you left Beijing. Have you gone to see it?"

Qi Jun nodded, "I've seen it all."

"How is my fourth sister doing?" Nian Jincheng asked.

Qi Jun thought to himself that Nian Jincheng really cared about Nian Ruxue, so he became more polite and told the truth, telling Nian Jincheng about Nian Ruxue's performance in the four elimination rounds of the martial arts competition.

At that time, he and the Qi Yan brothers watched the whole game and didn't miss a beat. It was Xing Yusheng who wanted to help Su Liang see which opponents were noteworthy.

Nian Jincheng frowned when he heard that Nian Ruxue was wearing men's clothing and a mask.

"The Fourth Miss is very lucky in her fortune. The opponents in the first three rounds are of average strength, but the opponents in the fourth round are not weak in martial arts." Qi Jun said, "But the Fourth Miss is very good at swordsmanship, so it is not difficult to win."

Nian Jincheng's eyes narrowed slightly, and after a moment of silence, he changed the subject, "Did it happen suddenly that my fourth sister was given a marriage? What happened before that?"

Qi Jun couldn't answer this question.

It's not that he is unclear, but because he is too clear. There are some things that cannot be said.

Xing Yusheng sent him here because he was always cautious and didn't talk much.

It was Su Liang who beat the second prince. The second prince knew about it, and Nian Ruxue also knew about it, but they all had to suffer the consequences of being dumb.

If Nian Jincheng knew the truth, he might not push Su Liang out for his sister. After all, he was a popular person in front of the emperor and could speak well.

Thinking of this, Qi Jun looked as usual, "I only heard that the second prince was injured in Huguo Temple one day before the wedding, I don't know anything else."

After a long silence, Nian Jincheng spoke again, "Are there any other women participating in martial arts?"

Qi Jun smiled, "There is also my master's friend, Miss Su Liang. Nian Jincheng should know her."

Xing Yusheng originally asked Nian Jincheng to help bring medical books to Su Liang.

Nian Jincheng nodded, "I know her. She was with Mr. Ning at the time. Did they all go to the capital?"

"Yes. Mr. Ning will take part in the examination soon." Qi Jun said.

"I understand, thank you." Nian Jincheng said.

Qi Jun left, always feeling something strange...

Nian Jincheng was left alone in the room again. He pulled out the wooden hairpin on his head and said with a bitter smile, "Nian Ruxue is not without flaws, but I always deceive myself and others to catch something, thinking that sincerity can be exchanged for sincerity... You

You're right, everyone in the Nian family is mentally ill, including me..."

On the road again the next day, Lin Bojun brought up old matters again and asked that the credit for killing King Nanping be shared equally between them. He thought that if Nian Jincheng wanted to do something for Nian Ruxue, it might be useful.

What Lin Bojun didn't expect was that Nian Jincheng changed his previous attitude of reporting truthfully and said, "That's all your credit and has nothing to do with me!"

Lin Bojun was confused, but Nian Jincheng refused to have any further discussion on the matter.

…

The capital of Qian Kingdom.

The weather cleared after the rain and qualifying continued.

The princes and princesses are still coming every day, and there are more and more nobles in the spectator seats.

On the seventh day of qualifying, Mr. Qin appeared in a wheelchair, and Mrs. Xing also came down accompanied by Xing Ji.

They all came to see Su Liang.

Duanmu Ao seemed to regard Nian Ruxue as his belongings. He really took it seriously and did not hide his hostility towards Su Liang. When he saw Su Liang on the stage, he used a loud voice to make a fuss in front of everyone, "This Su Liang

The girl was still a weak woman with no strength the year before last. She had been away from Beijing for more than a year. She met some master and suddenly became so powerful. The master would not help her in vain. After all, she was so beautiful.

, but that’s understandable!”

It's better to say directly that Su Liang's martial arts was obtained through shady means.

Although there is no evidence, this is how rumors often start.

The old Taijun was sitting not far away. Hearing this, his face darkened and he couldn't help but say, "His Royal Highness the Second Prince does not know about this matter. Miss Su returned to her hometown after leaving the capital. It happened that I was with Yu Sheng during that time."

I was recuperating in a hospital in Bei'an County and got to know her early. Miss Su had good medical skills and saved many people. A traveling monk passed by Bei'an County and saw that Miss Su was kind and compassionate and had a deep connection with Buddhism. He accepted her as a disciple and taught her

Martial arts.”

Xing Ji:...This is the first time I heard about it.

Xing Yusheng: ...he too.

Qin Yujin exclaimed, "No wonder! He must be a master of Taoism and would not easily accept a disciple!"

Duanmu Ao had a dark face, but could not refute. Because what he said was a conjecture without evidence. The old Taijun said that she had "seen it with her own eyes", and normal people would of course believe the latter.

And Mr. Qin is the most direct witness to the fact that "Su Liang has excellent medical skills".

Even Duanmu Chen, who had known Su Liang for a long time, began to doubt whether there was really such an eminent monk who taught Su Liang martial arts...

This statement spread quickly and cannot be questioned. Everyone said that he was a wandering monk, so naturally he traveled around the world again.

After the competition was over, Su Liang found out on her way home that the old Taijun had "arranged" a master for her.

"Ginger is still hotter than old." Su Liang chuckled, "It's so good, I have to give the old lady some thank you gifts." She never thought of using this explanation to explain where the martial arts came from.

In fact, it was taught by Ning Jing, but the reason for her rapid improvement was the foundation of her previous life.

…

Duanmu Che, who did not go to watch the competition again, learned from Uncle Huang that Su Liang had won another match, and also learned about the "eminent monk passing on martial arts".

"Old Mrs. Xing and Prince Xing have indeed lived in Bei'an County for a long time." Huang Bo said, "Old Mrs. Xing must be very fond of Miss Su, otherwise he would not defend her in public. Mr. Qin can go out now. Look

You look good. Old slave, go and invite Miss Su over now!"

Uncle Huang said good things about Su Liang for several days, but Duanmu Che seemed to have a rebellious mentality, "If she asks me anything, she will come back."

Uncle Huang stamped his feet anxiously, "Master, your life is about to be lost, so don't worry about saving face!"

Duanmu Che's face darkened, but before he could get angry, a report came from outside, "Master, the Fourth Prince is here."

"I'm not feeling well, so I won't see guests!" Duanmu Che said coldly.

Uncle Huang was interrupted by Duanmu Chen last time and failed to invite Su Liang. After hearing this, he went out to chase people away.

When he opened the door, he saw a slender girl in purple standing behind Duanmu Chen. She was beautiful and cold, wasn't she exactly what he was looking for?

"Fifth brother, today I learned that Mr. Qin's stroke was cured by Miss Su, so I went to ask her to treat you." Duanmu Chen smiled gently, "If you don't want to see me, you can't even see the doctor!"

Duanmu Che was sitting in the shadow, having seen the purple shadow, and looked slightly startled.

"Fifth brother, if you don't say anything, we can come in." Duanmu Chen's smile deepened.

Uncle Huang smiled brightly, completely different from his previous attitude, "Doctor Su, please come quickly!"
To be continued...