Chapter 334 Belongs to Everyone
Looking at him with contempt, Mei Chengan suddenly smiled mysteriously.
"Maybe even..."
Fan Xian was stunned for a moment.
"Maybe what?"
Mei Cheng'an didn't keep anyone in suspense anymore.
"Maybe the secret of Sean's so-called temple is the same secret as your mother's.
Think about it, your mother came from the temple. Wuzhu said that your mother had traveled with Sean and that she came into this world because of Sean.
So connected before and after..."
As he was talking, Mei Cheng'an was shocked. It seemed that he could figure out the secret just by connecting the dots.
Sean went to the temple because Ye Qingmei came out of the temple, and then the two of them started walking together.
Although many details are missing, the general framework has been revealed. With all this going on, this wouldn't be considered a spoiler.
Mei Cheng'an wasn't sure if it was because he knew the details that he could deduce the conclusion so easily, but he didn't dare to say it.
Firstly, he didn't want to spoil the plot, and secondly, he wanted to see first whether Fan Xian could also deduce it. If he could, then there would be no point in being sad.
If not, then there is no need to say it. If he says it now and waits for Fan Xian to know the details, he will be a prophet.
Although Fan Xian might not doubt himself at that time, there was no need to get involved in such trouble.
As it turned out, he was totally overthinking it.
After listening to him, Fan Xian did not think any further and simply considered the possibility that the two were the same secret.
After thinking for a moment, Fan Xian nodded.
"Since they are both related to the temple, it is possible. Even if they are not the same secret, they must be closely related."
Mei Cheng'an was a little surprised, and then he secretly breathed a sigh of relief. This was a good thing, as it saved him from being entangled.
Fan Xian put away his thoughts and shrugged.
"Let's go. We've been out for a while. It's time to go back."
He smiled as he spoke.
"If we don't go back, Lao Wang might really think we've run away."
Mei Cheng'an couldn't help laughing when he heard this and shook his head.
"This old Wang has a really big imagination."
As he spoke, he started walking back along the same path with Fan Xian.
Fan Xian thought about it and smiled.
"He seemed to have anticipated that this trip would bring him big trouble, so as soon as there was any sign of trouble, he immediately thought of running away."
"It's human nature to seek benefits and avoid harm. Of course, it could also be that the money wasn't enough."
"What do you mean?"
"Want to know?"
"Just say it."
"When you get back, throw five thousand taels in front of him and you'll know."
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When he was about to walk out of the dense forest, Mei Cheng'an suddenly stopped, looked around, and started walking back.
Fan Xian was very confused and followed him.
"Did you drop something?"
"No."
"Then what are you doing?"
"Find a place to pee."
"..."
"Don't you feel like peeing?"
"Now there is."
"..."
……
After plunging three thousand feet, the two returned to the mission.
It was almost noon and the dry food had been distributed. The members of the delegation were enjoying their food. The two men did not disturb them and walked straight forward.
When they were about to reach the front of the team, their attention was attracted by a Gundam standing in the middle of the road with its back to them.
Look at his motionless figure, as if he is standing guard, and it seems that he is staring at a certain direction in front.
The two looked at each other, walked forward curiously, stopped beside him, and looked in the direction he was looking.
As soon as he looked up, he saw Wang Qinian's figure. He was sitting sideways beside the carriage, swinging his legs and chewing on something.
The two looked at each other again. What's so good about this?
Fan Xian patted Gundam's shoulder gently.
Gundam was caught off guard and subconsciously turned his head to look over, his original expression still on his face, pursing his lips with a look of indignation.
Seeing that they were the two team leaders, Gundam was startled, his body visibly shook, and he hurriedly restrained his expression and lowered his arms.
"The two adults are back."
Fan Xian glanced in Wang Qinian's direction and asked him.
"Why are you staring at Wang Qinian here instead of going to eat at this hour?"
He got angry when he mentioned Gundam. He pointed his sword at Wang Qinian from a distance and asked angrily.
"Sir, where did you find this?"
"Forehead…"
Fan Xian subconsciously looked at Mei Cheng'an with an awkward expression.
Mei Cheng'an waved his hand to indicate that he didn't mind, and did not indicate that Wang Qinian was one of them. Instead, he asked Gaoda curiously.
"What's up with him?"
Gundam frowned and explained the reason in a very serious tone.
"Just now when the delegation was distributing dry food, he stole the fruit in stock!"
Mei Chengan: “…”
Oh no, this matter.
Fan Xian: "..."
Why are you so serious about eating a piece of fruit? You scared me.
After saying this, Gaoda glanced at Wang Qinian with disdain, his contempt undisguised in his words.
"He is sneaky, cowardly and timid! My Lords, we cannot keep such a person!"
Mei Cheng'an's mouth twitched when he heard this and he kept silent.
The twitching of the corners of his mouth was not because of anger, embarrassment, or speechlessness, but simply because he wanted to laugh.
He wanted to laugh because Gaoda's comments on Wang Qinian were so insightful and hit the spot for his funny bone.
But the other party was so serious, it was obviously inappropriate for him to laugh at this time, which might easily cause misunderstanding.
Although he didn't take this seriously in his heart, Gundam was also thinking about the delegation wholeheartedly.
If I respond, I don’t know how to respond. If I don’t respond, it might discourage his enthusiasm.
He didn't know how to respond for a moment, and he had to hold back his laughter, so he simply kept silent.
Let the team leader Fan Xian take care of the headache!
As Fan Xian thought, he was indeed shocked when he heard Gaoda's words. These words were too serious. Why was it so?
After all, Wang Qinian was not his man, and fearing that it would cause conflict, he quickly spoke up to smooth things over.
"Not to the extent that this matter..."
As he said this, he glanced at his fellow villager and saw that he looked normal but had no intention of speaking. He had no choice but to take the responsibility. "I'll talk to him. Ah, thank you for reminding me, Brother Gao."
Mei Cheng'an curled the corners of his mouth calmly when he heard the words. The goal was achieved and a not-so-troublesome thing was saved. He was so happy!
Gundam patted his chest and volunteered.
"Sir, if you want to chase them away, I'll do it!"
Fan Xian didn't know whether to laugh or cry.
"Okay, okay, well, go do your thing first."
After saying that, he gestured to Mei Chengan, and the two turned and left.
After getting a little further away, Fan Xian glanced back to confirm the distance so that he could communicate with his fellow villager.
Unexpectedly, Gundam behind them had not left yet and was still watching them. When they saw each other, the two looked at each other again.
Gaoda took the opportunity to point at Wang Qinian again and nodded his chin to remind him not to forget this matter.
Fan Xian was speechless. He felt that he was a cheapskate too. He had to turn around and look at Gan Jimao, but since he had already seen it, he had no choice but to respond. He could only force a smile, nodded at him, and then quickly looked away.
What is going on? Fan Xian pinched his brows, and when he felt his headache eased a little, he turned his head to look at his fellow villager.
"I have never seen Gundam before. Now he seems to be a man who values rules and doesn't tolerate any injustice..."
Mei Chengan waved his hand and laughed.
"He was born into a Tiger Guard family, so that's normal. Old Wang has a lot of minor flaws, so it's normal for him to look down on him for the time being."
After a pause, he added.
"Don't worry, I'm not angry, and I won't take this trivial matter to heart. He is also doing his duty for the mission."
Fan Xian breathed a sigh of relief. This was now easy to handle.
"This matter, Lao Wang, is really not a big deal, but since Gaoda has brought it up, it would be unreasonable to ignore it."
"That makes sense."
"What about Lao Wang..."
Mei Chengan shrugged.
"Didn't you say you were going to talk? Go ahead, I don't mind."
"..."
Fan Xian was speechless.
"Is it appropriate for me to talk to your people?"
"What's yours or mine? Lao Wang belongs to everyone, so talk about it as you like."
"..."
……
Kyoto.
Prison Department of Punishment.
The jailer who was guarding the cell was sitting quietly drinking tea. Guo Baokun, who was standing beside him, took out a silver note from his sleeve and silently handed it to him.
The old man took it, opened it, looked at the number, put the banknote into his waist, stood up, picked up the key on the table, and nodded at him.
"Walk."
After Guo Baokun bowed and nodded to express his gratitude, he turned around nervously and then hurriedly followed.
Following the jailer in the not-so-particularly dark dungeon, Guo Baokun looked left and right for Guo Youzhi.
Finally, the prison boss stopped in front of a cell, pointed at the cell, and gave Guo Baokun some instructions in a solemn voice.
"There's not much time left, hurry up!"
Guo Baokun nodded in confusion.
"understood."
After the jailer left, Guo Baokun grabbed the wooden fence outside the cell, looked inside and shouted in a trembling voice.
"Dad, daddy?"
The skylight on the top of the wall was tall and narrow, and the bright light shone obliquely on the prison door, making it difficult for him to see Guo Youzhi's position clearly.
At this time, Guo Youzhi was wearing prison clothes, with dishevelled hair and a dirty face. He was sitting on the edge of the bed, leaning against the wall with his sleeves rolled up, taking a nap.
He thought he was dreaming when he heard his son's cry in a daze, until the cry became clearer and clearer, he suddenly woke up.
After looking carefully at the prison door and seeing the figure clearly, Guo Youzhi stood up and walked over quickly.
Glancing at his son through the prison door, Guo Youzhi felt anxious and angry, staring at him and shouting angrily.
"What are you doing here!"
Guo Baokun's mouth pursed and he said aggrievedly.
"I'm afraid you will suffer."
"Nonsense!"
After a quick rebuke, Guo Youzhi questioned again in a low voice, feeling very disappointed with his friend.
"Didn't I ask you to break up with me? Why are you..."
Guo Baokun interrupted him with a crying voice, his eyes full of concern.
"Dad, did they beat or scold you?"
Guo Youzhi took a deep breath helplessly and whispered to comfort him.
"After all, I was once an official, and they treated me very well. You don't have to worry. Let's go."
Guo Baokun felt relieved after hearing this and automatically ignored the last three words Guo Youzhi said.
"Dad, don't worry. Master Mei promised me that he would work with me to find a way to save you. But he has gone to Northern Qi now. Wait for him to come back. When he comes back, we will find a way to save you. Just be patient."
Guo Youzhi was stunned and surprised when he heard this.
"Are you talking about... Mei Chengan?"
"Yes, Dad, after you were captured, everyone avoided our family, only Master Mei stayed with us.
Not only did he take the initiative to visit me to comfort me and enlighten me, he also answered many of my questions and gave me a lot of advice.
Without his help, my son would have lost his mind and become confused. How could he have protected our Guo family for his father?
Dad, you know Master Mei better than I do. He is not the kind of person who acts without purpose. If he had no solution, he would not say that he would work with me to find a solution.
Since he can say that, it proves that there must be a way. Don't worry, Dad, we will definitely find a way to rescue you."
Listening to his son's words, Guo Youzhi's mind couldn't help but emerge with the scenes of his interactions with Mei Cheng'an, and he was deeply moved.
The two of them didn't actually interact very often, only a few times. Although the number of times was not large, each time left a deep impression on him.
The first time was when he was sent by the emperor, the second time was when his son was injured and he took the initiative to deliver medicine to his home, and after that, it was that night banquet.
The child was very sincere. He felt very comfortable every time he communicated with him. He was also very caring towards his stupid son, so he had a very good impression of the child.
I originally thought that this had something to do with my own identity, but now it seems that the child is completely sincere.
Thinking of this, Guo Youzhi sighed deeply.
"It's rare, it's rare."
"Dad, what did you say?"
"nothing."
After waving his hand and casually dealing with his son, Guo Youzhi thought again.
Can the two kids really come up with a way to rescue him? His son is unreliable, but Mei Chengan... this kid is very reliable, maybe...
Guo Youzhi couldn't help but feel a little hopeful.
However, just as this hope was born, it was shattered by his son's next words.
Guo Baokun said "oh" and looked around. Then he approached the prison door and whispered mysteriously to Guo Youzhi.
"Dad, I hired a group of killers!"
……
(End of this chapter)
