Chapter 595: Seeking Her Help

Chapter 595: Seeking Her Help

Su Youyue, who had inexplicably been called a good person, was puzzled but didn't ask further. She gently stroked one hand with the other.

The warmth from Xie Yuan's palm still lingered there.

Then she curved her lips slightly: "Lord Yuwen is also very kind."

If it weren't for Yuwen Jing, she would have had to enter Princess Pingyang's residence to see Xie Yuan. Even if she managed to get in, with so many spies around, she might not have been able to speak with Xie Yuan.

Let alone...

She touched her sleeve again.

Inside was hidden a small note, the same size as the one she had secretly passed to Xie Yuan during the chrysanthemum banquet.

Let alone pass messages.

She hated how quickly good times passed.

After strolling in the garden for a while, the guards who had gone to handle Fang Li returned and reported to Helian Lin and Yuwen Jing.

Su Youyue's gaze casually swept over each guard.

By now, the shadow guards had been following her for some time, and she was well aware of the martial arts expertise hidden beneath their seemingly ordinary appearances. The thick calluses on their hands, their constant alertness—all indicated that this group of guards were truly skilled fighters.

However, shadow guards like Zhe Jing and Zhe Ying, who were often seen in public, had their calluses treated with a special solution, leaving only a thin layer that was hard to notice unless one looked closely.

"My lord, it's time to return to the residence," one of the guards stepped forward. "Princess Pingyang must be getting anxious."

The word "must" was a command, not a suggestion, hinting at the authority behind this guard's subordinate status.

Yuwen Jing was the first to show displeasure: "Zhaowu, you! My brother Helian has finally come out for a while, and you're already nagging. It's just a little late to go back, it's not like Princess Pingyang is really that anxious!"

However, the guard remained silent in response to him.

Yuwen Jing took a deep breath and exhaled, clearly at a loss with this person.

"Let's return," Helian Lin said indifferently, without a trace of attachment, and turned to leave.

"This is so frustrating! These people, and Princess Pingyang too! Even though Helian is her long-lost son, she doesn't need to watch him so closely!" Yuwen Jing vented angrily, then quickly covered his mouth.

He was always outspoken, and only after speaking did he realize his mistake. How could he speak ill of Princess Pingyang? If word got out, it would be disastrous. He couldn't help but glance at Su Youyue.

After a moment of silence, Su Youyue suddenly came back to her senses: "What did you just say, Lord Yuwen?"

"Oh, nothing, nothing... Miss Shen, did my grandfather invite you today? I almost forgot. Let's go back and see." Yuwen Jing, overjoyed, quickly tried to lead the way.

However, having seen Xie Yuan, Su Youyue also planned to leave. But she wasn't one to take advantage of others without reciprocating. She glanced at Qingluo, who immediately handed over five pages of sheet music.

"This..." Yuwen Jing, knowing his grandfather's love for music, immediately recognized the five sheets of music. Remembering the beautiful melody he had heard at the banquet, he was touched.

"I have things to do today and can't stay with Duke Yuwen any longer. But please take these sheets of music to him," Su Youyue smiled slightly and bid farewell.

The sheet music also had the composer's name, but it was listed as "Anonymous."

Yuwen Jing instantly liked the person before him even more. Overjoyed, he accepted the music and sent her off, then hurried to deliver the sheets to Duke Yuwen.

In the main hall, Duke Yuwen's family was still waiting for Helian Lin and Shen Nan to return from their garden stroll to take their seats. They had prepared fine tea and snacks, but upon learning that both had already left, they couldn't help but sigh.

"Today, the lady really knows how to cause trouble, offending both distinguished guests at once."

Duke Yuwen was clearly in a foul mood, his face dark and unspeaking.

When Yuwen Jing presented the music scores, Lord Yuwen finally showed a hint of joy: "This... today the Duke's residence has been so remiss, how can we accept such a gift from others?"

Seeing his mood improve slightly, Yuwen Jing quickly advised: "Grandfather, I think Miss Shen brought the music scores intending to give them to you. Please accept them, it's her heartfelt gesture. If she weren't busy, she would have surely come to deliver them personally."

Though Lord Yuwen was verbally reluctant, he was already touched. He took the music scores, his fingers instinctively tapping on his knee. After closing his eyes for a moment, he suddenly laughed: "Good, good scores, truly the work of a master. Hurry, bring my zither!"

The servants hurried to fetch the zither.

Seizing the opportunity, the second wife interjected: "I think Miss Shen might be avoiding suspicion. Lady Lu actually discussed a marriage proposal with the Shen family, and Miss Shen, to avoid suspicion, couldn't come to deliver them personally."

Hearing this, Lord Yuwen's joy dimmed slightly. Thinking of the trouble Lady Lu had stirred up, he frowned in anger.

Originally, he thought he had found a friend despite their age difference, and outsiders wouldn't say much. But if today's incident spread, even the innocent would be made to look guilty. The thought of their innocent relationship being slandered made Lord Yuwen both anxious and furious.

"Pass on my message: if Lady Lu comes to visit, tell her I am unwell and cannot receive guests. Send her away!"

Hearing this, the surprise in the eyes of the Duke's household was nearly impossible to conceal.

Yuwen Jing's eyes gleamed with mischief: "Grandfather, what if other guests come to visit?"

Glancing at the boy and knowing his intentions, Lord Yuwen looked at him: "Naturally, we will receive them."

The Yuwen family nearly burst out laughing but had to maintain a facade of obedience.

Lord Yuwen's strategy was brilliant. In a few days, even if outsiders learned of Lady Lu's actions, they would know that Lord Yuwen was so angry that he wouldn't even let her through the door, clearly opposing the matter.

Outsiders would only say that Lady Lu was shameless, willing to do anything to curry favor with Lord Yuwen, but fortunately, Lord Yuwen was noble and righteous, getting very angry over this matter.

Thus, no one would dare speculate about the relationship between Lord Yuwen and Miss Shen.

Thinking of Lady Lu's inevitable return and the look on her face when turned away, the Duke's household felt a secret delight.

Miss Shen, what a remarkable person. Who was it that spoke ill of her outside? Next time they see that person, they’ll give them a piece of their mind.

Unaware that the Duke's household was eagerly awaiting her next visit, Su Youyue had just returned to the Bai family.

Opening the note Xie Yuan had slipped into her hand, she was stunned.

Heartbreak Grass, Abyss Flower, North Cang Wood, Heaven Valley Seed...

The names of four medicinal herbs leaped off the page.

When she saw the small line at the bottom, Su Youyue's hand trembled uncontrollably.

The recipe for the holy medicine...

Xie Yuan had given her the recipe for the holy medicine.

He must be asking for her help, wanting her to take the recipe to her mother, to have her develop an antidote!