Chapter 2503: Chapter 105: Life’s Storms Break Old Branches (Part 3)
"Of course, it’s convenient. If there is anything the Lei Family can do to serve the two Marquis, we wouldn’t refuse." Lei Zhanqian stepped forward and took over the conversation, extending his hand to guide them, "Please come this way, the three of you."
His brows still carried a look of weariness, but he forced himself to be attentive, to deal with the unexpected visit of the two State Marquises. After all, he was the only one left in the Lei Family who could handle such situations.
"Then I must trouble you." Jiang Wang expressed his politeness and followed Lei Zhanqian into the manor.
Zhongxuan Sheng and Shisi followed closely behind.
Qingzhuan stayed by the carriage, waiting outside the manor.
At this moment, Lei Yikun suddenly took a few steps forward, sincerely saying, "As my cousin mentioned, should the two Marquis need anything, everyone in the Lei Family will do our utmost."
"Good." Zhongxuan Sheng turned his head, smiling as he glanced at him, "Brother Yikun, please hold your steps."
Lei Yikun stopped with a face full of smiles, "I’ll be waiting outside, if you have any instructions, feel free to let me know anytime."
Lei Zhanqian remained silent in leading the way ahead, seeming indifferent to all of this, or perhaps, entirely unbothered by it.
They entered the manor, passed through the Moon Gate, and walked on the pebble path.
Jiang Wang walked beside Lei Zhanqian, casually saying, "With Lei brother’s past temperament, I imagine your fists would have already landed on him."
"In the past..." Lei Zhanqian walked steadily, his voice calm, "I can’t see the future, nor can I recall the past."
"The past wasn’t all bad, everyone has had their youthful and vigorous times." Jiang Wang said.
"Perhaps it wasn’t bad, but it’s no longer appropriate. Whatever strength you have should match the temperament, wouldn’t you agree?" Lei Zhanqian turned around, seriously bowing to Jiang Wang, "I was too arrogant and self-centered before, though Marquis Wu’an is magnanimous, I still must apologize to you."
Jiang Wang immediately held him up, "Those old matters have long been erased, what is Lei brother doing? My visit this time isn’t to call you to account."
Lei Zhanqian was taken aback for a moment, then spoke with a bitter voice, "Forgive me, the Lei Family truly cannot afford to provoke you now. My overreacting, is simply due to my inadequacy."
Life can change a person so thoroughly.
Despite having no contact with Lei Zhanqian later on, just from these few words now, ever since Jiang Wuqi died, all that he and the Lei Family have suffered and experienced can be seen through this.
His edge had been dulled, his boldness worn down.
Back when at the Seven Stars Valley Secret Realm, he once launched an attack against everyone, disregarding anyone’s status. Among them were Li Fengyao, and even Jiang Wuji!
Now, his waist was so bent, and his head so low.
Once ignorant and fearless, now jumpy and scared.
The big tree of Long Life Palace fell, and as the maternal family of Jiang Wuqi, the Lei clan was the only group of monkeys that couldn’t escape.
Jiang Wang didn’t know what to say.
Zhongxuan Sheng spoke, "On the way here earlier, I and Marquis Wu’an were worried about the future of the Lei Family. Now, seeing Lei brother reborn, so stable, it’s clear we were worrying too much."
Lei Zhanqian forced a bitter smile, "It’s merely the passing of years, facing storms, gradually realizing one’s worth... How can I deserve the Marquis’s praise?"
While speaking, they arrived at a quiet courtyard.
Lei Zhanqian waved his hand to dismiss the servants, and at the stone table in the courtyard, invited the three to sit.
After Jiang Wang and the others were seated, he still stood, standing as he asked, "I wonder what brings the two of you to visit today? If there is anything Lei can do, please don’t hesitate to enlighten me."
Jiang Wang helplessly said, "Lei brother, please sit down and talk; you make it seem like we’re evil guests."
Lei Zhanqian then sat down, half sitting.
Zhongxuan Sheng pointed to Shisi, "This is my wife."
Lei Zhanqian then seriously looked at Shisi and saluted, "Greetings to the Madam Marquise of Bowang."
"Have you seen her before?" Zhongxuan Sheng asked with a calm demeanor.
Lei Zhanqian showed an expression of ’so it is,’ sighing deeply, "Yes, I have."
He stood up again, bowed deeply, "I venture to ask, did the two Marquis visit today because of Lin Youxie, the arrest officer?"
