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Qing Wu pondered for an excuse and forced a smile, saying, "I think I should stay with my mother." With that, she linked her arm with that of the He Family, "I haven't been home for many days and really miss my mother."
Qing Wu initially thought that seeing her rely on her family like this would make the capable Wu Family sister look down on her.
To her surprise, Wu Linyuan not only didn't mind at all but instead smiled and said, "It's a good thing for a girl to be a homebody." She then asked her younger brother beside her, "What about you?"
Wu Linxi had no reason to feel any less than Qing Wu.
He immediately nodded and replied earnestly, "I think... it's great."
Qing Wu felt completely helpless. However, she couldn't do anything too outrageous to make the Wu Family completely look down on her.
One should know that such things could be done occasionally, but doing too much would cross the line.
Ruining one's good reputation brings no benefits at all.
Just then, Madam Wu also brought up this matter to the He Family.
Before Qing Wu could hint at her mother, the He Family had already casually responded for her, "Then it will trouble Lin Xi. However, our daughter is weak and needs to avoid the wind."
"Don't worry. My son is meticulous in everything," Madam Wu said with a smile. "However, he rarely pays attention to others. He is only kind to those close to him."
The He Family naturally understood that Madam Wu was deliberately praising Wu Linxi in front of Qing Wu and turned to observe Qing Wu's expression.
Unexpectedly, Qing Wu was looking at Wu Linyuan and hadn't glanced at Wu Linxi at all.
While the He Family was pondering this, they heard Qing Wu say, "I heard that Sister Wu can wield a whip? And that she can take down four strong men in one go, is that true?"
Wu Linyuan smiled and nodded, "What happened is true. However, it was just good luck that time. Those four were not strong men; they were merely bullies who preyed on the weak."
Qing Wu repeatedly praised and said, "I would like to see Sister Wu's long whip, but I wonder..." She hesitated and looked around at the others.
In fact, she had really wanted to see it since she heard about it earlier. Just when she was racking her brain for a way to avoid being alone with Wu Linxi, she suddenly remembered this matter and used it as an excuse.
Since she had been looking forward to it, there was not a hint of pretense in her expression.
Everyone present had grown up in the inner courtyard. How could they not see genuine feelings from false intentions?
Seeing that Qing Wu genuinely hoped for this, the He Family felt somewhat apologetic and said, "Wouldn't it be too much trouble for you, Aunt?"
"How could it be a bother?" Wu Linyuan seemed delighted to find someone who understood her. "It's just using a whip. What difficulty is there?"
With that, she did not wait for anyone else and immediately ordered someone to fetch the spare long whip that she had left in her room at her mother's house.
Madam Wu also wanted Wu Linxi and Qing Wu to spend more time together. At the very least, if the two children developed a deeper bond while young, they wouldn't have major conflicts when living together in the future.
Now that there was an additional Wu Linyuan present, it was also fine. After all, they were of the same generation and could interact without too many reservations.
Seeing the three of them heading to an open area in the garden, Madam Wu glanced at them a few more times before inviting the He Family inside for a chat.
Wu Linyuan's maternal grandfather was a general, and her husband was also a general. Since she began studying whip techniques with her grandfather, every move had long been ingrained in her bones.
The long whip danced like a flying dragon under her movements, transforming into countless forms as she directed it to strike fallen leaves and tap the surface of the lake. It was quite beautiful.
As Qing Wu watched the whip dance like a spirit snake in the air, a thought suddenly popped into her mind. Just as she was pondering this, she heard the young man beside her softly say, "Qing Wu, what do you think of Sister's whip technique?"
"Excellent," Qing Wu sighed and said. "If I had another person who could wield a whip as beautifully as this."
The last move had just been completed. Hearing her words, Wu Linyuan smiled as she retracted the whip, saying, "You mustn't praise me like that. If it comes to whip dancing, I wouldn't dare claim to be the best. The Heir Apparent of the Zhenyuan Marquis Mansion is truly a master in this regard, the number one whip user."
Zhenyuan Marquis Mansion?
In just a short span of time, Qing Wu had heard this place mentioned for the second time. She couldn't help but blurt out, "Wen Family?"
"Yes."
Hearing her naturally mention the surname associated with Zhenyuan Marquis Mansion, the siblings felt no surprise at all. After all, Qing Wu was currently serving as a lady-in-waiting in the palace and naturally had access to various documents from within. Knowing about a noble family was truly nothing remarkable.
Qing Wu was secretly astonished but didn't show it on her face. She smiled and said, "Is the Heir Apparent of the Wen Family really that impressive?" She glanced at Wu Linyuan's long whip and continued, "In my opinion, you are the best. Even if he has superior skills, his posture cannot compare to yours. If it's about looking good, then his skills are certainly not as refined as yours."
"You just keep finding ways to flatter me!" Wu Linyuan laughed heartily, tossing the neatly coiled whip into the arms of a nearby maid and pulling Qing Wu to sit beside her. After a moment of thought, she sighed and said, "It's not that I belittle myself; it's just that Wen Gongzi is indeed formidable."
"I don't believe it." Qing Wu lowered her gaze and said softly.
The girl slightly furrowed her brows, her face full of disagreement, looking truly charming and adorable.
Wu Linxi stared intently at her. He was nudged by his sister before he finally came back to his senses. Clearing his throat, he quickly added, "It really is true. If you were to meet him, you wouldn't doubt it."
"Exactly," Wu Linyuan said. "His technique is undoubtedly the best in the world. As for his posture..."
She glanced at the beautiful girl and then at her shy brother. Not wanting to praise another man in front of the girl, she vaguely added, "He's also quite outstanding."
"Is that so?" Qing Wu smiled and said, "Let him be. After all, he's someone I don't know. In my heart, you are the number one."
"Who is it that you don't know?" Wu Linxi interjected but was about to continue when he noticed his sister giving him a look.
Wu Linxi paused for a moment and had no choice but to swallow back what he was going to say next.
Wu Linyuan looked at her foolish younger brother and felt quite troubled. After thinking for a while, she finally found an excuse to leave, saying, "I'll check on the snacks to see how they're prepared. Xi Ge'er, you stay with Liu Young Lady. I'll be back soon."
With that, she shot a glare at Wu Linxi. Noticing that her brother's face was getting even redder, she smiled and quickly left.
With Wu Linyuan gone, the two of them were left alone together, and Qing Wu felt an odd discomfort in her heart. She thought about going back to her room immediately but remembered what Wu Linyuan had just told Wu Linxi.
Now that Wu Linyuan was not around, she decided to ask Wu Linxi, "How do you know the Heir Apparent of the Wen Family who lives far from the capital?"
Wu Linxi was deep in thought about the topic when he heard her question and instantly relaxed. He smiled and said, "That year I traveled to the Southwest. I happened to encounter a problem with a tree at the Wen Family's estate. It was about to wither away, and many gardeners tried various methods without success. I thought I might as well give it a try and see if I could save it, and unexpectedly, I succeeded. That's how I got to know the Wen Family. Since then, we've exchanged letters every year. Why? Are you curious about the Heir Apparent's whip technique?"
Qing Wu tugged at the corner of her lips and replied, "No, I'm just curious."
While they were talking, a Household Servant hurried in to report that there were guests outside.
Wu Linxi asked, "Who is it?"
The Household Servant replied, "He didn't give his name. Just showed this to let you know."
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