mtl008 Chapter 527: What is the object of affection?
Chapter 527: What is the object of affection?
“Great,”
Zong Que placed his hand on Lu Yangyang's shoulder and asked softly,
"Meet an acquaintance?"
Lu Yangyang stiffly turned her head to look at Zong Que, a fleeting look of panic flashing across her eyes.
Fortunately, she quickly calmed down.
He turned around, took a step back to create some distance between himself and Lin Wuji, and introduced him to Zong Que beside him, "This is the one I told you about, the leader of the Salt Gang, Lin Wuji."
Before Lu Yangyang could speak, Lin Wuji's gaze had already fallen on Zong Que.
Then, almost instinctively, he straightened his body and gripped the folding fan tightly.
A sense of crisis engulfed him without warning.
When did this small Yuzhou start hiding such a person?
The person in front of him was dressed in ordinary plain clothes and looked rather thin and frail, but his outstanding appearance was in no way inferior to that of the young master Junyi he had seen before. However, even so, the first thing he noticed when he saw this person was not his outstanding appearance, but his demeanor.
He hadn't read many books and couldn't find the right words to describe it, but he sensed a serene composure about the person before him, as if they were in harmony with all things.
It felt both real and incredibly unreal.
Seeing the two seemed unusually familiar with each other, Lin Wuji blurted out before he even thought, "Yangyang, this young master, could he also be your elder brother?"
Lu Yangyang was taken aback by his words. What elder brother?
That is……
Lu Yangyang hesitated for a moment. That was her former husband, but he was no longer with her.
She agreed to dissolve her engagement with Zong Que, but at this moment she didn't know how to describe their relationship.
Otherwise... like she told Wen Qingqing, she should try her best to turn him into her boyfriend?
Even if we don't get married, we can still find a partner, right?
Lu Yangyang's eyes lit up instantly.
"He is Qingqing's cousin, my... love interest, Wen Que."
Lin Wuji was already a little nervous when he heard that he was Wen Qingqing's cousin. What did the next sentence, "the object of her affections," mean?
He didn't even notice the name "Wen Que" and hurriedly asked, "What is the object of your attention?"
Lu Yangyang felt a little embarrassed for becoming Zong Que's "partner" without his consent, and quickly replied, "It's just a dating partner, why are you asking so many questions?"
Then he quickly turned around and pulled Jiang Zhiyi and Prefect Ling, who were watching the commotion, over. He said to Lin Wuji, who was still confused, "Didn't you come here to do business? This gentleman is Prefect Ling of Yuzhou Prefecture. He has entrusted Zhiyi with the business matters in Yuzhou. If you need anything, just tell Zhiyi."
The two of them could easily see through Lu Yangyang's little scheme.
Prefect Ling smiled and cupped his hands towards Lin Wuji: "I have long admired the name of the Salt Gang Leader. I am extremely grateful that Leader Lin has graced me with his presence. I have already invited Miss Jiang to take charge of the Yuzhou trade affairs. Leader Lin can consult Miss Jiang if he has any questions or needs. When I have some free time in a couple of days, I will personally host a dinner to invite Leader Lin for a chat."
Jiang Zhiyi also greeted Lin Wuji: "May I ask where Chief Lin is staying, and when would be a convenient time for me to pay him a visit?"
Lin Wuji: "..."
No, that's not what he wanted to ask!
Why can't we talk business at any time? Can't we tell him who the other party is first?
“Lu…” He opened his mouth and looked at Lu Yangyang.
Lu Yangyang waved to him, "Since you have important matters to discuss, I'll take my leave now. I won't disturb you any longer. I wish you a pleasant cooperation."
Then he pulled Zong Que away, not forgetting to wink at Wen Qingqing.
Wen Qingqing immediately turned around and followed, saying, "Hey cousin, Yangyang, wait for me!"
The three of them disappeared into the crowd in the blink of an eye.
Lin Wuji: "..."
Lu Yangyang led Zong Que into a small alley before finally letting out a sigh of relief.
Wen Qingqing, who had followed, leaned over with a gossipy look on her face: "Hey, when did you two start dating? I didn't know? Marriage of convenience? And also, I'm practically his cousin, how did he become my cousin? Next time you're acting, can you give me a sneak peek at the script beforehand?"
Lu Yangyang waved to her.
Wen Qingqing thought she was going to gossip with her, so she excitedly walked over quickly.
Lu Yangyang pressed her down and turned her around, pointing to the alley entrance: "Go keep watch and don't let Lin Wuji's men follow us."
Wen Qingqing: "..."
No, now she's not just a third wheel, she's also keeping watch?
However, Lu Yangyang had already pushed her out, so Wen Qingqing had no choice but to run and keep watch.
When only Lu Yangyang and Zong Que were left, Lu Yangyang breathed a sigh of relief: "That scared me to death, I almost didn't know how to make up a story."
Then, puzzled, she asked Zong Que, "Is it alright for him to see you? He is the leader of the Salt Gang. Although he doesn't know you now, the Salt Gang is connected to the Yang family, the Xiao family, and the Third Prince. Although the Salt Gang is now in Lin Wuji's hands, and Ming Ruo vouches for him, Lin Wuji's identity is still too sensitive. If he discovers anything, wouldn't you be in great danger?"
Lu Yangyang can be friends with Lin Wuji, but she also knows her place.
As the leader of the Salt Gang, Lin Wuji often found himself in situations beyond his control. She worried that if he discovered anything amiss, it would cause trouble for Zong Que.
Zong Que reached out and pinched her cheek: "It's alright, we just want to leave an impression on him so that he will become suspicious later."
Lu Yangyang frowned: "Hmm?"
“I had people investigate Lin Wuji. People from the Yingzhou government have contacted him, as have people from the Xiao family,” Zong Que said. “The Salt Gang has been purged once. Although there won’t be any major disturbances on the surface in the short term, there must be quite a few people secretly watching him. It’s still unknown which side he will ultimately choose to join.”
Lu Yangyang was originally worried that Lin Wuji's stance would affect Zong Que, so upon hearing his words, she couldn't help but ask, "Are you trying to win him over?"
“If he is truly of one mind with Mingruo, there is no need to win him over. If he wants to join the Xiao family, then using him to reveal that I am still alive may not be a bad thing.” Zong Que leaned closer to her and lowered his voice. “Father has sent people all over the world to search for me. He can’t let him remain empty-handed forever. When the news reaches the Xiao family, whether they want to keep it a secret or leak it out, they will have to make a fuss. At that time, the truth and falsehood will be enough to keep them suspicious of each other for a while.”
Lu Yangyang realized that the news that His Highness was still alive could not be kept secret forever, but those who knew he was still alive would not easily spread the news. One reason was that they would not spread it, and the other was that they were weighing the pros and cons.
But Lin Wuji happens to be the kind of person who doesn't need to weigh the pros and cons. If he can't guess it, so be it. But if he does guess it in the future and it gets out, given the personalities of the Third Prince and His Majesty, there's bound to be some drama.
Lu Yangyang couldn't help but click her tongue: "Aren't you thinking too far ahead? Am I the only one who's nervous for no reason?"
"It was just a coincidence. Whether you say it or not doesn't matter." Zong Que chuckled and leaned closer to her face. "But there is one thing I don't understand."
Lu Yangyang felt his breath almost touching her cheek, and her mind went unsteady. "Hmm?"
What is an object?