Chapter 555 - 309: Taking You
Chapter 555: Chapter 309: Taking You
When the young lady’s expression changed drastically, Chu Qing and his two companions were already up on the beam.
However, Chu Qing heard the servants’ conversations outside, as well as the young lady’s words.
The "young master"... In the Cold Valley, the only one known as the "young master" could evidently be the son of Han Yiren.
This young lady said the young master is her brother... Which means she’s the daughter of Han Yiren.
Chu Qing furrowed his brow slightly, unable to understand why the older brother would visit his sister in the dead of night.
While thinking about it, a voice came from outside the door:
"Tingting, may I come in?"
Han Tingting spun around but couldn’t find any sign of Chu Qing and his companions. Before she could look up, she replied:
"Brother, I’m already in bed... Is there something you need?"
"Get up and put on your clothes. I have something to tell you."
Han Tingting finally looked up, but the three of Chu Qing were hiding in the shadows, covered by the beam, and invisible at a glance.
This made Han Tingting almost suspect she had seen a ghost just now.
But the words of the person outside made her forget to keep checking, and after a moment of silence, she said:
"Brother, wait a moment."
She tugged at her clothes to make them less tidy, then rubbed her face to make it slightly red, her eyes appearing dreamy.
Only then did she slowly stroll to the door and open it.
An ordinary-looking young man stood outside, his eyes showing a sinister gleam, softening only when he looked at Han Tingting.
He chuckled softly:
"Did I disturb your sweet dreams?"
"Brother, please come in."
Han Tingting shook her head and led the man inside.
Once in, he casually closed the door.
Han Tingting sat down at the table, opened a teacup, and poured him a cup of tea.
The man sniffed and asked:
"Tingting, did you burn something in the room just now?"
"Oh, just a painting."
Han Tingting replied:
"I painted it for fun before bed, then felt dissatisfied and burned it."
"With your remarkable skills, even if you find it unsatisfactory, it would be priceless outside, hard to find even for a thousand gold."
The man praised:
"However, it’s dry weather, be cautious with fire, and never do such things in the room again; at the very least, prepare a fire pan."
"Alright... I know."
Han Tingting said helplessly:
"I’m not a child anymore; there’s no need to remind me of everything."
"Yes, my little Ting’Er has grown up."
The man sighed softly:
"Tingting, have you thought about venturing into the Martial World?"
"Venturing into the Martial World!?"
Han Tingting was stunned, then delighted, springing up:
"Did Dad approve!?"
"Yes."
The man nodded.
"He actually approved."
Han Tingting couldn’t stop smiling:
"In the daytime, I begged him, kneeled before him to no avail... Yet at night, he changed his mind?"
"Father has only you and me, always cherishing you like a precious jewel."
The man sighed:
"He didn’t agree during the day, worrying about you not taking care of yourself outside.
"I explained things to him just now; Father isn’t unreasonable and knowing your longing, he naturally agreed."
"That’s great!"
Han Tingting couldn’t contain her joy, standing up to hug her brother:
"You’re the best, thank you, brother."
The man gently tapped her forehead:
"You are a big girl now, can’t be so reckless.
"Little Ting’Er, sit down first and listen to me...
"This journey into the Martial World is meant for you to have a taste, not for you to never return.
"Nominally... it’s to help Father deliver a letter to a close friend."
"To whom?"
"To Yuan Shan, Elder Yuan."
"It’s Uncle Yuan? Speaking of which, I haven’t seen Uncle Yuan for many years; I really miss him."
"Yes, it’s been years since Father last met him... So, Father wants you to deliver a letter to him.
"Once there, you can stay with him for a few more days, have some fun."
The man said this, taking a letter from his bosom, placing it on the table:
"Remember, this letter must be delivered to Elder Yuan in person."
Han Tingting took the letter, curiously gazed at it under the candlelight, and blinked:
"What’s written in it? So mysterious... Could there be something strange? Ouch!"
Her words were cut off by a tap on the head, making her yelp.
Han Tingting put down the letter, holding her head with a wronged expression:
"I was just asking."
"Remember, the letter is for Elder Yuan to open. You’re not allowed to open it privately."
"I know!"
Han Tingting said helplessly:
"You have to remind me of this too. I’m not a child; how could I not know such a thing?"
"You, always so hasty, don’t know when you’ll truly grow up."
With that, he stood up, carefully examined Han Tingting, and with a gentle smile said:
"But you’ve grown graceful indeed.
"Little Ting’Er, being outside without Father’s and brother’s support, you must take good care of yourself.
"If you meet someone you fancy... as long as you like him, Father and brother will approve.
"But you must remember, don’t hastily give yourself away; at least bring him home, let Father and brother see if his character is worth a lifetime’s trust.
"Remember, those involved can be confused, while onlookers see clearly.
"Being in the situation, you might find everything about him admirable, overlooking his flaws.