Chapter 403: Hidden
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
However, Yu Zongshen turned to look at Zhou Linghuai.
His mother felt that Yin Huaixi’s plan was flawless, but he felt that Zhou Linghuai was the truly unfathomable one.
The atmosphere in the room was a little heavy. Zhou Linghuai put down his teacup and said calmly, “I’m going back to Youzhou in a few days. I’ll be back in a month or two, or at most three months.”
Old Madam Yu was a little surprised, but not surprised. “From the looks of it, King You’s case should be settled in three months at the latest. At that time, the Zhou familys grievances will be clear, and we should indeed make a trip back. However, it’s a long way to Youzhou, and it’s chaotic there. Bring more people and be careful.”
Zhou Linghuai could only go back and settle the matters in Youzhou himself, but the Yu Residence could not interfere.
Zhou Linghuai nodded.
The court officials could not be related to the vassal lords. Once they provoked the suspicion of the royal family, they would be killed. Therefore, he could not reveal his true identity to the Yu Residence and had always stayed in the Yu
Residence with the identity of “Zhou Linghuai.”
With the rebellion imminent, he had to find a suitable excuse to leave the Yu
Residence.
It made sense to return to Youzhou.
At this moment, in the Zhenguo Marquis Residence—
The IMarquis of Zhenguo, Song Xiuqi, also mentioned the matter of Young Master Yin inviting his troops to Shandong to quell the rebellion.
Old Madam Song listened carefully and picked up her tea from time to time to drink it. When the faint medicinal bitterness entered her mouth and into her throat, she also felt the heat in her heart ease a lot.
Yao Huang had brought this medicinal tea back from the Yu Residence during the Dragon Boat Festival last time.
Although Eldest Miss Yu rejected her good intentions, her etiquette was so sincere that no one could find fault with it.
At the end of his sentence, the Marquis of Zhen sighed slightly. “With his weak age, crippled legs, and sickly body, he asked to calm the chaos. This is because he has ambition. There are a few reasons why he asked to fight. It shows loyalty, filial piety, integrity, and righteousness. That’s why he has the conviction to win. It is intentional. He should be a man of the dynasty and hold a three-foot-long sword. He has yet to fulfill his ambition. Why should he be afraid of death? This is a bold decision.’
The Zhenguo Marquis Residence was a meritorious family that had been passed down from its great ancestor. Its foundation was rare in the entire Great Zhou, so it naturally looked at problems more thoroughly.
Hearing this, Song Mingzhao put down his teacup and said in a low voice, “As a general, one has ambition, conviction, and has determination. If you’re prepared for the three above, you’re already a qualified general.” At this point, a complicated look flashed across his eyes. “He’ll definitely win the battle in Shandong?’
Although Li Qiguang was powerful when he joined forces with the clans, in the end, they were just a pile of loose sand. If they were united, they would gather.
If they were not, they would disperse
How could it compare to Yin Huaixi’s bravery?
Yin Huaixi was so shrewd. No wonder not long after Mr. Xian Yun went to Youzhou to travel, there were rumors in the north that he wanted to take him in as his disciple.
Mr. Xian Yun had always cherished talent. It was only right for him to take Yin Huaixi in as his disciple and teach him carefully.
The Marquis of Zhen agreed deeply. “Since ancient times, heroes have always been young. Yin Huaixi’s intelligence, shrewdness, schemes, and strategies are rare in the world. The Great Zhou Dynasty might not be able to produce another outstanding war god.”
With that, he picked up his teacup. When he lowered his head to drink his tea, he quietly looked at his son, who was sitting in front of him.
Back then, Mr. Xian Yun had originally wanted to take Yin Huaixi as his disciple first and Mingzhao as his disciple later. Now, Yin Huaixi, who was only 15 years old, was already able to stand in the royal court and control the military.
On the other hand, Song Mingzhao was still a High Scholar. He was waiting for three years to shine in the imperial examination before he could enter the court.
Old Madam Song glanced at the Marquis of Zhen indifferently. “At the age of 12, he resisted the Di people. At the age of 15, he endured the pain of his crippled leg and his sickly body. He is indeed a prodigy of a generation. Unfortunately, the imperial physicians in the palace asserted that he wouldn’t live past 20. No matter how talented he is, he will disappear in a flash. It’s really a pity.”
Her tone was filled with genuine regret.
However, the Marquis of Zhen trembled when he heard this. He felt a little ashamed. “It’s indeed a pity.”
Previously, he had not allowed Mingzhao to continue with the imperial examination because the Marquis of Weinings Residence was powerful. He had the intention to avoid it and hide his strength.
It was also because he planned to shine in the imperial examination three years later. The Marquis of Weinings Residence could not suppress Mingzhao’s shocking talent. Only then would he be placed in an important position by the emperor as soon as he entered the royal court.
Now, it was a busy period in the royal court. It was a good thing for him not to enter the royal court.
With Mingzhao’s talent, he would definitely be able to enter the pavilion in the future.
How could Yin Huaixi compare to him for a moment?
Just by looking at what kind of person Yin Huaixi was after Ye Hanyuan entered the capital, he should understand what kind of person he was.
However, there was another person that Song Mingzhao cared about very much.
Song Mingzhao held his teacup and lowered his head without drinking. “Father, have you heard of Zhou Linghuai, the young master of the former commander of the You Prefecture?
Yin Huaixi’s plan was flawless, and his goal was clear.
However, Zhou Linghuai was hidden very deeply, making him unable to see through him.
The Marquis of Zhen was stunned for a moment before saying, “I’ve heard Eldest Master Yu mention it a few times. It’s because there’s no one else at home, so he’s staying in the main house of the Yu Residence. From Lord Yu l s tone, he seems to admire this nephew of his from Youzhou very much. He should be talented, but what a coincidence. This Young Master Zhou is also like Young Master Yin. He’s weak, crippled, and sick. It’s a pity. Why are you suddenly asking about him?”
He felt that there was a coincidence between King You and Zhou Linghuai.
On second thought, after the rebellion in Youzhou, many people in Youzhou were implicated. The Zhou family was one of them.
Even if the Yu Residence mediated the situation and protected the entire family, their outcome probably wouldn’t be too good. It didn’t seem strange for Zhou Linghuai to end up like this.
Song Mingzhao put down his teacup. “After Mr. Xian Yun entered the capital, he specially visited Zhou Linghuai more than once. If I’m not wrong, he should have known him back then in Youzhou. Father, I’m afraid you’ve underestimated him. Zhou Linghuai is definitely not a simple person.”
Not only was the Marquis of Zhen stunned, but even Old Madam Song was stunned. “How did you know about this? There was no news outside?”
Mr. Xian Yun and Zhou Linghuai were old friends?
Old Madam Song and the Marquis of Zhen’s first reaction was disbelief. After all, Mr. Xian Yun was a virtuous person, and not just anyone caught his eye. There was already Yin Huaixi in Youzhou.
Song Mingzhao lowered his eyes. “He’s my teacher.”
This was only one aspect.
Most importantly, he happened to hear his third sister, Song M/anhui, mention Zhou Linghuai. He felt that this person was not simple, so he could not help but pay more attention.
Although Zhou Linghuai lived under someone else i s roof and rarely left, he was very trusted in the Yu Residence. It was not difficult to find out some things about him after he entered the Yu Residence
Although Mr. Xian Yun’s visit to the Yu Residence was not publicized, he did not do it secretly or deliberately avoid people. If someone asked, they could still find out.
These indifferent words were very convincing. The Marquis of Zhen couldn’t help but feel shocked. “This Young Master Zhou is really hiding well..”
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