Love Affairs in Chang'an - Chapter 105

Chapter 105 Face
Hearing the sound of the carriage pulley outside the wooden door gradually fading away, Yao’er patted her chest and let out a long sigh. “Master, why did you offend Li Yuanchang and form a bond with him?” She said to Qin Mubai.

“Even if I don’t offend him today, the relationship between me and him is not shallow.” Qin Mubai smiled indifferently. “I know he’s from the royal family and I can’t afford to offend him. But I think sometimes dignity is more important than life.”

Yao’er was stunned for a moment and helplessly nodded, “Master, there must be a reason for you to do this. Yao’er doesn’t dare to ask. Actually, Yao’er also knows that Li Yuanchang is not a kind person and only wants to stay away from him. However, he insists on pestering me. It’s very difficult to avoid him. Yao’er is also helpless.”

“It’s good that you know it yourself. Li Yuanchang must hate me to the bone after today’s disturbance. With his personality, he is even more determined to obtain it from you.” Qin Mubai said, “You have to be careful in the future. If you really have no choice, avoid it.”

“Where … can I hide?” Yao’er said faintly, “This is the only farmhouse in the world that allows me to stay with these poor orphans. Yao’er is helpless like a floating duckweed. Even if she wants to escape, where can she go?”

“Isn’t there still me?” Qin Mubai said calmly, “Go to my house. I’ll let Shuang come pick you up tomorrow.”

“This! This is impossible!” Yao’er hurriedly said, “How dare you disturb your master’s family? Furthermore, Yao’er’s background is humble, so don’t humiliate your Qin Clan!”

“Nonsense!” Qin Mubai scolded in a low voice, “Cut the crap, it’s settled. I just got a new home and will be leaving Chang’an for a while. You and Shuang’er will temporarily stay in and take care of my house. Wait until I return.”

Yao’er bit her lips and remained silent for a while. Seeing Qin Mubai’s resolute attitude, she nodded silently. “Master, do you want to leave Chang’an?”

“Yes, I have been instructed to go out to do some things. I may have to leave Chang’an for a period of time. At least two or three months, and at most six months.” Qin Mubai said, “I came to look for you today because I have something to entrust you with.”

“Master, please give me orders!”

“Come, talk in a secluded place!”

The two of them walked to Hua Xi and sat down. Qin Mubai stuffed her with a small cloth bag and whispered, “Here is a top-secret item. You can keep it for me and not show it to anyone. Other than me, you can only give it to the only person.”

“Who is it?”

“Pang Fei!”

Yao’er took the small cloth bag and pressed it tightly on her chest. She bit her lips and nodded heavily, “Master, don’t worry! Even if Yao’er lost her life, she wouldn’t lose this thing!”

“Don’t carry it with you. You can bury it in a specific place. Don’t worry, it won’t be damaged by the rain.” Qin Mubai said, “If Pang Fei comes to fetch this item from you, tell him that you have to soak it in rice soup before you can reveal the word.”

“Yao’er has memorized it!”

“Well, it’s best if he doesn’t come. Everything will be fine. If he comes, just tell him the location. It has nothing to do with you.” Qin Mubai said, “Remember, you’re just an outsider. It has nothing to do with anything.”

“Master doesn’t have to tell Yao’er this.” Yao’er stared at Qin Mubai with a pair of blank eyes, but her expression revealed a rare determination and determination. “Yao’er can live today thanks to my master. There is a day when Gu Yun will be my father for life. To Yao’er, a master is like a brother, a friend, and a benefactor. Even if there is any disadvantage in the future, Yao’er is willing to give up this lowly body and go with you!”

Qin Mubai’s heart trembled as he took a deep breath and said, “Silly!”

“Yao’er is not stupid!” Yao’er quickly continued and said firmly, “Yao’er is a pariah and a blind woman. She has nothing to do with living and nothing to worry about. It was her teacher who gave me hope and courage to live and changed my life. In Yao’er’s eyes, she is a father and a brother, a god. If I can live with you in the future … I will have no regrets in this life!”

“Say all those stupid things!” Qin Mubai scolded in a low voice, “It’s not that serious. Don’t think too much.”

“Yes! … Yao’er was speechless. Please forgive me, Master!”

Qin Mubai slowly sighed, “Yao’er, you’re too kind. I can’t bear to drag you down. However, if you’re a big Chang’an City, there aren’t many people I can trust.”

“Yao’er is trusted by Master. From the bottom of my heart, I am grateful and happy!”

“Alright, let’s not talk anymore.” Qin Mubai relaxed her tone and said with a smile, “Relax. Trust me, everything will be fine.” Instead, I’m a little afraid that Li Yuanchang will swing around like a fly. That’s why I moved you to my mansion. No matter what, Li Yuanchang doesn’t dare to act recklessly with my father here. “My father’s nature is like a raging fire that hates evil. Although he has retired for many years, he is still the founding father of the 12th Halberd. Li Yuanchang still dares not disturb the ground on his head.”

“Master has taken care of you so thoroughly. Yao’er feels deeply in her heart!” Yao’er bowed respectfully and said, “Yao’er is a cheap woman who is not afraid of death, but she has no choice but to take these orphans with her and not dare to fight against Li Yuanchang. Now that she has her master and Qin Zhu Kingdom, Yao’er is no longer afraid of him and ignores him.”

“Well, a person like Li Yuanchang can’t give him too much face. If you give him an inch, he will get a foot in.” Qin Mubai said, “Although he is the emperor’s half-brother, the emperor has always been dissatisfied with him. However, because of the face of the previous emperor, he has always indulged him. If he really pesters you or provokes me, I’m not afraid of him. At that time, there will be a way to deal with him!”

“Yao’er believes in her master!”

Qin Mubai was stunned for a moment and thought to herself, “Why does this silly woman trust me so much for no reason?” Do you believe me when I say that I can fill the gap between heaven and earth?

“Alright, it’s getting late. It’s time for me to go. King Wu is still waiting for me in the mansion. We will leave Chang’an together tomorrow.” Qin Mubai said, “Come, let me help you back to your room to rest.”

“Wait, Master!” Yao’er suddenly stood up. A pair of grey pupils and blank eyes were looking at Qin Mubai. Her face was flushed red with embarrassment. She lowered her head and whispered, “Yao’er has another unkind invitation.”

“Speak!”

“Yao’er wants … to know what Master looks like.”

Qin Mubai frowned slightly, “Then how do you know?”

“Although Yao’er’s hands are clumsy, since she lost her sight, she can tell a person’s appearance by touching them. If Master is willing …”

“Then you can touch it!” Qin Mubai chuckled and said, “I’m not everyone’s daughter. It doesn’t matter if someone touches my face.”

“Then … that Yao’er will be bold and disrespectful to her master!”

After saying that, Yao’er blushed and stretched out her white hands that were as clear as jade, gently stroking Qin Mubai’s face.

The moment his hands touched his face, Qin Mubai’s heart couldn’t help but tremble, as if a slight electric current was sweeping past him.

Yao’er’s hands were slightly cold. Slowly, she touched Qin Mubai’s cheeks, nose, and eyebrows inch by inch, just like a lover’s caress. Full of tenderness and attachment, full of affection, but also with a trace of reverence and fear.

When her hand touched Qin Mubai’s lips, Qin Mubai trembled slightly. There was actually an urge to kiss that finger in her heart.

Hold on.

Looking at Yao’er, Qin Mubai noticed that her face was filled with excitement, embarrassment, fear, and an ambiguous and intoxicated smile.

“Master, you look so handsome!” Yao’er put down her hand and clenched it into a fist in embarrassment. “No wonder so many girls like you! If only Yao’er’s eyes hadn’t gone blind.”

Qin Mubai coughed softly and laughed, “Men don’t have ugly looks. Being ugly has nothing to do with being beautiful. Alright, I’ll help you go back to your room and rest.”

Qin Mubai’s laughter broke the awkwardness. Yao’er also giggled twice and nodded, letting Qin Mubai carry her elbow towards the bedroom.

Moments later, Qin Mubai mounted his horse and galloped down the forest path in the wilderness, heading straight for King Wu’s Mansion.

Although it was already midnight, Prince Wu’s Mansion was bustling with activity. Li Ke had already ordered half of the troops in the palace to go to Jiangzhou together. In addition to the hundred cavalry soldiers Qin Mubai had brought with him, the soldiers were packing their tents full of grain, weapons, and other items.

King Wu’s Mansion, who had been silent for more than half a year like a pool of stagnant water, finally made a move. From Li Ke to an ordinary servant and maidservant, they were filled with passion and enthusiasm, and the atmosphere was very warm.

“Mubai, you’re finally here!” As soon as Qin Mubai stepped into the palace, he heard Li Ke calling him and strode over to him, “What are you doing? You’re only here now! I’m not good at dealing with the whole military affairs, come and help!”

“Alright, I’ll get ready immediately!” Qin Mubai chuckled, “Your Highness, you’re really happy to meet someone. It’s so late, but you’re here to take care of your chores instead of accompanying your beautiful wife and concubine to rest!”

“What are you talking about?” Li Ke punched him in the chest and chuckled, “I can finally breathe out after holding back for more than half a year. I’m so excited!”

Just as the two of them were chatting a few words, a deep voice came from the side, “Your Highness, the relief supplies and quartermaster equipment transferred by the Ministry of Housing have been counted and registered. Your Highness, please take a look and sign it.”

Qin Mubai turned around and saw a middle-aged man dressed in a red robe with five short bodies cupping his hands at Li Ke.

“Alright. It’s been hard on you.” “Mubai, let me introduce you. This is Chief Shi Quan Wanji, Chief Shi Quan! Chief Shi Quan, this is the Hundred Cavalry Envoy, General Qin Mubai!”

“Nice to meet you, long time no see!” The two cupped their hands in greeting.

Quan Wanji looked at Qin Mubai with his eyes fixed on him, and a smile appeared on his serious face. “I’ve heard of General Qin’s name for a long time. So he’s so young and handsome. He looks like a tiger with an awe-inspiring body!”

“This general has heard King Wu mention Long Shiqing’s name many times. I really admire him.” Qin Mubai replied with a smile.

Li Ke was very afraid of this Quan Wanji. Qin Mubai had heard him mention more than once that Quan Wanji was a knowledgeable and skilled official, and that he did not need to worry about Li Ke in order to manage the affairs of the palace. He was a rare helper. But his temper was like an old stubborn donkey, admitting death.

Quan Wanji listened to the emperor’s order to help Li Ke and correct his gains and losses, so Li Ke did something wrong or inappropriate. He immediately gave Li Ke a righteous advice and did not give him any face.

Li Ke had always respected Quan Wanji more, and sometimes he didn’t dare to face him even if he was enraged. Otherwise, if Quan Wanji stabbed the Emperor, he would definitely not be able to bear it.

Therefore, Li Ke respected, feared, loved, and hated Quan Wanji.