mtl008 Chapter 391 You've only known him for a few days?
Chapter 391 You've only known him for a few days?
After the three of them emerged from the alley, Xiao Yihuo and Qingchuan were already waiting by the river, and the passengers around them were boarding the boat in order.
Although no one knew what had happened between the three of them in the alley, judging from Liu Yunhe's obviously excited and flushed face, and then looking at Lin Lezhi who was following behind, strolling leisurely, it was clear that something must have happened between them.
"What have you been doing?"
After Liu Yunhe approached, Xiao Yihuo asked.
In the past, no matter what Xiao Yihuo asked, Liu Yunhe would tell the truth, but this time he hesitated, then looked away and hurriedly said "nothing" before standing aside.
Xiao Yihuo looked at Guan Ziheng, who had returned a step earlier than him. Guan Ziheng shrugged blankly and then shook his head.
However, judging from Liu Yunhe's expression, Lin Lezhi probably agreed.
At this moment, Lin Lezhi also returned with leisurely steps, smiled at the group and said, "Sorry to keep you waiting, let's board the ship."
Before boarding the ship, he glanced at Xiao Yihuo with a smile playing at the corners of his eyes.
See this.
Xiao Yihuo narrowed one corner of his eye slightly and pressed it down gently.
Turning to look at the ship they were to transfer to, Lin Lezhi's eyes widened in surprise, shining as if she were completely shocked, looking like someone who had never seen the world before.
The ship we transferred to this time was larger, so we didn't have to squeeze together like everyone else.
Because it was designed specifically for travelers on long journeys, the ship was equipped with very complete and user-friendly facilities, and the workmanship was exquisite.
Since coming into this world, this was the first time Lin Lezhi had ever seen such a large ship. It was a large pleasure boat with forty or fifty boatmen who took turns rowing.
In modern times, seeing such a large ship wouldn't be surprising to Rakuji Hayashi, as naval vessels are much larger.
However, this was in ancient times. To build such a large ship that was both beautiful and practical required not only superb skills but also a great deal of manpower and resources.
Without the aid of technology, relying entirely on human effort, it is easy to imagine how difficult it was, which amazed Lin Lezhi.
Seeing it is a win.
Only a river this wide could tow such a large boat.
There are three floors in total, with the top floor resembling a large pavilion where travelers can relax and enjoy the scenery.
The two lower decks are cabins for guests to rest. Wealthy travelers who don't want to squeeze in with everyone else can book the largest room on the upper deck at a high price.
Those who are unwilling to pay a high price and only need the room for travel can sleep in the large open-plan room on the bottom floor, which can accommodate hundreds of people and has separate rooms for men and women.
When boarding the ship.
Then they saw the largest room on the second floor, the one furthest to the side of the ship. Two guards with knives stood outside the door, and the people around them were speculating about which important person lived in that room.
Lin Lezhi didn't have much need for accommodation; he was only staying for a day and a night, sleeping on the ship for one night. He and Guan Ziheng both decisively booked the large dormitory-style rooms on the lower level.
Xiao Yihuo and his group booked a room on the second floor. They split up at the staircase and went to their respective rooms.
"Sir, hot tea has been prepared in the room in advance. If you need anything else, just call me anytime."
After leading Xiao Yihuo and his party to their room, the servant on the ship respectfully withdrew.
The only sound in the room for a moment was the sound of packing luggage.
Liu Yunhe moved very slowly, still thinking about Lin Lezhi's agreement to take him as a disciple. Although his face was not as red as before, he couldn't hide his happiness.
"What did you and Jiang Lian'an do in the alley? You seemed so happy."
Xiao Yihuo's inquisitive voice came from behind. Liu Yunhe immediately suppressed his smile, his back stiffening for a moment. He turned around stiffly, like a wooden statue, his gaze somewhat evasive, and said, "No...nothing...nothing special..."
"to be honest."
Although Xiao Yihuo's tone was not interrogative, but rather casual, the probing gaze that seemed to have seen through his hidden secrets still made Liu Yunhe somewhat uneasy.
The panic didn't stem from fear, but from a strange sense of guilt for having betrayed Xiao Yihuo.
But he also agreed to Lin Lezhi's request.
People should keep their promises.
"Don't you want to see his expression when he's racking his brains, unable to figure it out, and yet so concerned?"
At this moment, Lin Lezhi's words from before echoed in Liu Yunhe's ears again.
before.
He would never hide anything from the prince, but if he didn't want to talk about it, the prince wouldn't press him too much. However, today the prince insisted on asking him twice.
He carefully observed Xiao Yihuo's expression. Although Xiao Yihuo's face remained the same, his expression revealed a hint of urgency and doubt, as if he was determined to get an answer.
Liu Yunhe's eyes flickered slightly upon seeing this.
Lin Lezhi was right; the prince really was different from usual.
It seems there's a hint of persistence in it?
Xiao Yihuo sat down at the table, holding the hand warmer in one hand and reaching for the teapot on the table with the other.
See this.
Liu Yunhe immediately put down his luggage to pour tea for Xiao Yihuo, but Xiao Yihuo stopped him and poured tea for himself, saying in an unreadable tone, "You've only known him for a few days, and you're already so fond of him, even keeping it from me."
Xiao Yihuo straightened up, glanced at Liu Yunhe, then took a sip of tea and said casually, "Why don't you go to his place?"
Listen and.
Liu Yunhe was immediately startled and hurriedly said, "No, I...! I..."
Xiao Yihuo stopped talking and quietly waited for Liu Yunhe to finish speaking. Seeing that Xiao Yihuo was just trying to scare Liu Yunhe, Liu Yunhe stood aside and chuckled to himself.
Liu Yunhe almost blurted out the truth, but remembering his promise to Lin Lezhi, he pursed his lips and, after what seemed like a very difficult and agonizing decision, said, "I've discovered that Jiang Lian'an is Wuyouke."
Listen and.
Xiao Yihuo's figure paused slightly.
He put down his tea, his reaction calm, yet his tone held a hint of contemplation as he asked, "Is that all?"
Upon hearing this, Qingchuan's eyes flashed with surprise. He walked over and said with a smile, "I was just guessing before. I didn't expect that Lezhi really is a carefree customer."
Liu Yunhe's eyes widened in disbelief. He hadn't expected that not only the prince but also Brother Qingchuan had noticed.
Thinking about how she had acted as if she had discovered some secret, and how she had flaunted her power in front of Lin Lezhi, even trying to threaten him, she felt extremely ashamed.
Liu Yunhe nodded and said, "That's really all. I thought I was the only one who noticed. I didn't expect that you and Qingchuan also noticed."
"Guan Ziheng and Jiang Lian'an initially thought it was you who told me, Young Master." Liu Yunhe cautiously glanced at Xiao Yihuo's expression, a hint of guilt in his eyes, yet also a touch of curiosity. "When he found out I deduced it myself, he praised me for being so clever..."
"So, you're so happy you're practically beside yourself."
"……Um."
Qingchuan smiled and smoothed things over, saying, "After all, Lezhi is the famous Jiang Lian'an, and Yunhe is very passionate about solving cases and longs for the Tiandi Pavilion. It's natural that he would be happy to be praised by such a remarkable person."
Liu Yunhe nodded repeatedly and said, "Yes, that's right!"
Yes.
Xiao Yihuo didn't ask any more questions, and Liu Yunhe secretly breathed a sigh of relief under the pretext of packing his luggage.