binnovel Chapter 287 He has such a powerful and capable person as his backer.
Chapter 287 He has such a powerful and capable person as his backer.
Xiao Muyao returned to the Crown Prince's residence with seemingly steady steps, but in reality, his heart was in turmoil.
As soon as he stepped into the mansion, he immediately asked the servants where Lingyan was.
Upon learning that Lingyan was in the attic, his heart clenched with worry for her.
Before he could even recover from his still exhausted and wounded state of mind, he hurriedly headed towards the attic.
His pace quickened, and he almost started running.
Filled with regret, he hated himself for being so immersed in his pain that he had momentarily forgotten about Yan'er.
He knew that He Jingchuan also held a very important place in Yan'er's heart, and that she must be heartbroken at this moment.
He climbed the stairs quickly, each step filled with urgency and concern.
When he arrived at the attic door, his hand trembled slightly as he placed it on the doorknob.
As soon as the door opened, he saw Ling Yan's lonely figure.
She stood quietly by the window, looking so desolate and forlorn.
Xiao Muyao's eyes instantly reddened. He slowly approached Lingyan and stood behind her.
Then, in a gentle and caring voice, she called out softly, "Yan'er..."
Lingyan heard his voice and slowly turned around.
When Xiao Muyao saw her, his voice choked with emotion as he said, "Yan'er, I know you're very sad, and so am I. A-Jing, he..."
Before he could finish speaking, Lingyan interrupted him with a smile, asking, "What's wrong? Have you been crying?"
Xiao Muyao felt a dull pain in his heart and said softly, "Yan'er, you don't need to force a smile in front of me. Cry if you want to."
Lingyan chuckled softly upon hearing this, saying, "I wasn't forcing a smile! Nor was I about to cry. The snow is so beautiful today; enjoying the scenery here is truly exceptional!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Muyao took a closer look at her and discovered that she was not faking it, but genuinely not sad.
He asked, somewhat puzzled, "Didn't you already know about He Jingchuan...? Why did you still..."
Lingyan naturally understood what he meant.
So he smiled faintly and said, "What do you think?"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Muyao was taken aback, then gradually calmed down and fell into deep thought.
His eyes gleamed with a complex light, his thoughts a jumbled mess, yet he was desperately searching for that crucial clue.
Yes!
Why is Yan'er so indifferent even though she already knows about this?
Then there is only one possibility.
That is...
The idea gradually became clear in his mind, like a lightning bolt piercing the dark night sky.
Thinking of this, an indescribable surge of joy welled up in his heart.
Then, he asked excitedly, "You mean..."
His voice trembled slightly, revealing his eagerness and longing.
His gaze was fixed on Ling Yan, hoping to get a definite answer from her.
Lingyan smiled but remained silent upon hearing this.
But Xiao Muyao already knew that this matter was absolutely true.
Upon receiving confirmation, his heart was filled with joy and relief, and he instantly went from tears to laughter.
At the same time, I couldn't stop feeling happy and fortunate.
Seeing this, Lingyan teased, "You are really different today. It seems that He Jingchuan is very important to you."
Today, he not only lost his usual composure, but also showed such obvious joy.
Moreover, upon closer inspection, one can see the redness and swelling in his eyes.
It's just that no one else noticed.
After all, on the way back to the manor, who would dare to look directly at His Highness the Crown Prince like that?
In addition, his overall demeanor was very off.
His demeanor was somewhat flustered, and his eyes revealed a hint of confusion, as if he had lost his way.
In short, they're making a fuss over nothing, as if their intelligence has vanished.
Only just now did I finally regain some of my senses.
Therefore, it must be because He Jingchuan is very important to him that his emotions fluctuate so much.
Xiao Muyao did not deny the matter upon hearing this.
He was just a little embarrassed that he had lost his composure in front of her, and that he seemed very unintelligent and unwise.
Seeing his reaction, Lingyan stopped teasing him.
Instead, he looked at the heavy snow outside and said, "I've already sent someone to look for A-Jing. Now we just need to wait for the results. So let's enjoy the snow together."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Muyao finally revealed a very reassuring and joyful smile and said, "Okay."
After saying that, he turned his gaze to the outside of the attic.
At this moment, Xiao Muyao stood quietly beside Ling Yan, his gaze fixed on the swirling snow outside the pavilion.
Snowflakes fell as lightly as cotton wool, one after another, like a group of dancing elves weaving a pure white picture between heaven and earth.
Lingyan's gaze shifted from the snowflakes in the sky to the courtyard outside the pavilion.
The trees in the courtyard were covered in snow, their once bare branches now draped in silver, as if by magic.
Then Lingyan gently stretched out her hand, and a snowflake landed in her palm, instantly melting into a drop of water.
They quietly admired the snow, and time seemed to stand still at that moment.
The heavy snowfall, the tranquil attic, and the two figures leaning on each other created a beautiful and heartwarming scene.
As time went on, the snow fell heavier and heavier, and the whole world seemed to turn white.
Lingyan and Xiao Muyao immersed themselves in the beautiful snow scene, enjoying this rare tranquility and beauty.
...............
Snowflakes, as fine as goose feathers, fluttered down, forming a hazy white curtain in the night sky.
In the embrace of this snowy night, the world becomes so quiet, all the noise is buried under the snow.
When Lingyan and Xiao Muyao arrived at the General's Mansion, they saw He Jin'an sitting alone in the room, seemingly waiting for someone.
The room was eerily quiet, with only the crackling of burning charcoal breaking the silence.
Only when there was other movement inside the room did He Jin'an smile and get up to greet the visitors, bowing respectfully to them and saying, "Jin'an greets His Highness the Crown Prince and His Highness the Crown Princess."
Lingyan smiled and helped him up.
Then he and Xiao Muyao sat down at the table.
He then gestured for He Jin'an to sit down as well.
After the three of them were seated, Lingyan looked at He Jin'an and asked softly, "Did you know we were coming, so you dismissed the servants beforehand and waited outside?"
He Jin'an replied frankly, "Yes, I guessed during the day that the Crown Princess would definitely visit tonight."
After hearing this, Lingyan did not ask any further questions. Instead, she looked at him solemnly and said, "I will handle He Jingchuan's matter. Do not send anyone over, lest too many people cause a stir and arouse suspicion."
Hearing this, He Jin'an felt a little more at ease.
He also knew that the Crown Princess was right; it was indeed not advisable to send out a large number of people to look for his brother.
Moreover, entrusting this matter to the Crown Princess is the safest course of action.
Given the close relationship between the Crown Princess and her brother, she will surely bring him back safely.
Upon hearing this, He Jin'an stood up and solemnly bowed to the two of them, saying, "Jin'an thanks the Crown Princess and the Crown Prince for their help."
His tone was full of gratitude and emotion.
Lingyan smiled and told him to get up.
He then carefully instructed him, "Until your brother is brought back safely, you probably know what to do, so I won't say more. If you need any help, you can come to me or His Highness the Crown Prince. If you feel it's inconvenient for us, go to Jin Yuhuan and Xia Yifei. Do you understand?"
Upon hearing this, He Jin'an choked up and replied, "I understand, thank you so much... thank you so much, Sister Ling."
Seeing that he was finally no longer so lost and uneasy, Lingyan smiled and patted his head.
At this moment, He Jin'an finally felt at ease, and his heart was filled with warmth.
Although he knew his brother was not dead, he also knew that his brother must have encountered danger.
In addition, he was currently all alone in the mansion, apart from the servants.
No matter how precocious or mature he is, he is still just a ten-year-old child.
He was also afraid and worried about his brother's safety.
They also tend to overthink, feel lost and uncertain, and lack a sense of direction.
But it wasn't until this moment, feeling the warm hand, the gentle smile, and the caring words of the person in front of me, that I felt truly touched.
His heart was completely soothed at that moment.
In any case, he was not alone.
There's also Sister Ling, and His Highness the Crown Prince.
With such a powerful and capable person as his backer, he instantly had nothing to fear and nothing to worry about.