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Xu Family had already been moving up and down the manor in the outskirts of the capital for a long time. These few days, not only Dong Shu, even the Old Madame Xu had been feeling a lot better when she moved into the manor.

Because the manor was very close to Xu Shiqiu's military camp, Xu Shiqiu could return everyday today.

Occasionally, Dong Shu would even ask the servants in the village to go outside the military camp to deliver food to Xu Shiqiu.

Xu Shiqiu did not mind receiving food from his own Young Girl. After all, every time he brought food over, it would enter Ye Shuo's stomach.

With Ye Shuo's status here, and Dong Shu's third aunt taking care of him, there were some people who were jealous in the army camp, so it wasn't good to say anything.

It was also because of the fact that Ye Shuo had joined the army that Xu Shiqiu did not go to the Emperor Ruikang or the Prince Duan at all, and so the imperial government generously gave them the food for three months.

Although Minister Liu of the Ministry of Revenue didn't practice favoritism, after knowing that the eldest grandson Liu Ze abandoned writing and joined the army, he still hinted to his subordinates not to block the allocation of funds to them.

However, Ye Shuo was not willing to give up as the recruits were full and started training.

"Third Uncle, I have been training martial arts since I was young. Today, this little bit of training is too little for me." After Ye Shuo stayed in the camp for a period of time, it was obvious that he had become a lot darker, but his spirit was indeed a lot stronger than before.

The reason why he did not pull Liu Ze this time was because he knew that although Liu Ze was older than him and he worked hard enough, he did not train since he was young and could not keep up with his physical strength.

After Xu Shiqiu heard what Ye Shuo said, he glanced at him sideways.

These days, he had been training with the recruits every day. As he slowly worked hard, his relationship with the recruits became better and better.

Emperor Ruikang told him to recruit 1500 new soldiers, his plan was to pick out one out of the 1500 people, and split them into three groups. The most important group would become his direct team in the future.

He had originally planned to make preparations for the next stage of the examination, but who would have known that Ye Shuo would pester him so much after he had arrived at his place.

"I have to prepare for the first stage of the assessment today. You can go back first and wait for two days. If you can keep up with the performance of the others in the first stage, I will increase my training for you as appropriate."

Just as Xu Shiqiu finished speaking, Ye Shuo agreed.

After Ye Shuo left, Xu Shiqiu laughed and shook his head, he did not have the time to deal with the matters at hand, when he heard Zhang Ping's report.

"Come in."

Just as Xu Shiqiu's voice fell, Zhang Ping stepped into the house.

"General, the family sent a message saying that a guest has arrived. Madam wants you to return home tonight." After saying that, Zhang Ping stood by the side with his head lowered, waiting for Xu Shiqiu's reply.

Xu Shiqiu frowned slightly upon hearing Zhang Ping's words.

Since Xu Shiqiu knew that he had a lot on his hands these past two days, when he left home this morning, he said something about how he might not return home tonight.

Who would have thought that she would receive such news before noon?

"Do you know who's here?"

Xu Shiqiu didn't think that his family would have any other guests. Most of his relatives would be in the capital, and the only wife that would come, the Cousin, would only be able to enter the capital at the end of the year.

At this time, who could it be?

"I don't know either."

Zhang Ping did not know who the guest was, but with the message from his family, he could only pass the message to Xu Shiqiu.

Although Xu Shiqiu was suspicious, he still understood that if the person who came was not really an important guest, his own Young Girl would definitely not allow people to pass on their message.

Because he understood this, Xu Shiqiu decided to return home after training in the afternoon.

At the same time, on top of the Xu Family Villa, Dong Shu was calling for the servants to quickly serve tea.

"I really didn't expect that all of you would come to the capital together." As Dong Shu spoke, her eyes involuntarily turned to look at Yan Ye who was seated beside him.

Dong Shu came to look for them, but she was not surprised at all. After all, when they left Qi Zhen, Xu Shiqiu had left a message for He Ce.

But why would Yan Ye who walked the martial arts world follow him?

Although Dong Shu was a little different now, the puzzlement on her face was still clearly seen by Yan Ye.

Yan Ye's voice was still hoarse, seeing that Dong Shu was looking at him again, she started to explain: "I came to the capital to visit my friends, and coincidentally met He Ce."

Yan Ye made it sound simple, but just as he finished speaking, He Ce immediately continued: "Madam, it was Yan Ye who saved me and my humble wife on the way here, and coincidentally heard this person mention that he was looking for Young Master in the capital, which is why we have been protecting each other until today."

Hearing He Ce's words, Dong Shu also looked to He Ce's side. She was originally her fiancee, but now she was a married wife of her Madame Zheng.

The Madame Zheng's appearance was not bad, at least after Dong Shu had seen many ladies from rich families, she felt that the Madame Zheng's looks were of the upper and middle ranks.

Dong Shu had yet to react, but Mama Yan beside Dong Shu instantly understood what she meant.

Dong Shu had already just told the Mama Yan who He Ce and Yan Ye were. When the Mama Yan heard He Ce's words, she immediately knew that he had such a beautiful wife. With his current abilities, it would be difficult for him to protect her.

And with Yan Ye here, their entire journey to the capital would indeed be much safer.

Only, Mama Yan glanced at Yan Ye who was sitting on the other side of He Ce with an undetectable expression. She kept having the feeling that this Yan Ye had an aura that she was very familiar with.

However, the Mama Yan came from the Palace, and would not speak carelessly before things were settled.

When Dong Shu heard that Yan Ye had coincidentally saved He Ce, she did not doubt that she had saved He Ce. After all, Yan Ye was a person of the Jianghu.

"I've already sent someone to inform Hubby. However, when he returns home from his job, it will probably be in the evening. After lunch, everyone can go to the guest room to rest first."

Along the way, He Ce brought along his newly married wife and met Yan Ye on the way. They arrived at the capital from Qi Town, and upon entering the capital, they found out that the main house was outside the city.

They went to the capital yesterday afternoon and rested at an inn in the capital for the night. Only today did they finally find Dong Shu.

Even though they had rested at the inn the night before, the inn was still an inn after all, and the few of them did not rest well.

Hearing Dong Shu's words, the few of them did not reject. After eating lunch, they went to the guest room to rest.

Dong Shu arranged for Yan Ye and He Ce to stay in two adjacent small courtyards.

The two small courtyards only had three main houses and two side houses.

Only when they had all gone down to rest did Dong Shu finally come to the courtyard of the Old Madame Xu, and told them in detail about He Ce and his visit.

"This He Ce might have been planned in advance by Master, he said that He Ce has talent in business, it's just that no one supported him previously and he does not have enough money, so he is prepared to support He Ce in doing business in the capital." Dong Shu completely informed Old Madame Xu of her plans, and after saying that, she nodded and continued, "It's just that Hubby did not expect that Yan Ye would come along as well."

Dong Shu remembered that when they met each other on the way from the Xiahe Village, she specifically mentioned Yan Ye to them for a while.

Master said that Yan Ye's martial arts should be good, it was just that this person was hard for people to fathom, and before they could determine his background, they would not get to know him well.

However, even with Dong Shu's straightforward personality, she could still feel that He Ce's current relationship with him was extremely good.

He Ce was someone that Master must use, but Yan Ye was unfathomable.

The Old Madame Xu was happy that Dong Shu was able to think of all these. After hearing Dong Shu's words, she looked at him with a smile and said, "You don't have to worry about this matter. When she comes back tonight, she will naturally find out about the relationship between He Ce and Yan Ye." After saying this, Old Madame Xu thought for a moment, then continued: "Since you intend to use He Ce at this time of year, then bring Madame Zheng over to my place later. I'll also give them some wedding gifts."

With the identity of the Old Madame Xu here, it was naturally impossible for them to meet He Ce and the others on their own. Therefore, only the Madame Zheng had taken the initiative to come to the backyard to meet the Old Madame Xu.

Alright, I'll take care of this matter later." Seeing that Old Lady Xu was in a good mood, Dong Zhui quickly said, "Mother, we've been at the Manor for quite some time now. We need to go and post a request for Big Sister and Yan Zhu to stay for a few days.

Originally, they would move into the villa, and Yanzhu would follow along. After all, the neighboring manor was Yanzhu's.

It was just that he did not expect that before Yanzhu had the chance to speak, the Old Madame of Jiang Family would already be sick.

Although Xu Yanzhu did not like this mother-in-law, Old Madame was sick. As her daughter-in-law, she naturally had to stay home and tend to her sickness.

Due to this delay, and now that several more days had passed, Dong Shu also didn't know how Old Madame Jiang was currently doing. Since she couldn't ask about this matter, she could only find an excuse and ask Xu Yanzhu if she could come to the manor to take shelter during the summer.

When the Old Madame Xu heard Dong Shu's words, she immediately nodded and said, "It just so happens that Big Brother Shuo has been in the army camp for a while.

With the Old Madame Xu's words, Dong Shu naturally went to write a post, and also sent a servant to inform He Ce and the Madame Zheng's courtyard, that she would be able to meet the Old Madame Xu once she had rested.

When Xu Shiqiu returned, Old Madame Xu was preparing to see him, and He Ce and Yan Ye was also waiting at the entrance. They wanted to pay their respects to him, Old Madame Xu.

When Xu Shiqiu saw He Ce, he immediately understood why his own Young Girl couldn't wait to send him a message to return home.

Two days ago, he was still nagging nonstop. He did not know if He Ce was married, if he was, why hasn't he come to the capital.

In the end, he did not expect to see He Ce in just two days.

Only, Xu Shiqiu did not expect to see Yan Ye here again.

Yan Ye was still dressed as he was before, and there was a mask on his face. If it wasn't for the fact that he didn't feel any ill intent from Yan Ye, he might really drive such an unknown person out of the Xu Family.

Yan Ye should have also felt Xu Shiqiu's measuring gaze. He turned his head, and after he faintly smiled to Xu Shiqiu, he opened his mouth and said: "Sorry for the interruption, Third Young Master Xu."

After Xu Shiqiu heard Yan Ye's words, he also returned a smile and then softly said: "Don't worry, the person who comes is our guest."

While he was speaking, Xu Shiqiu released a burst of killing intent towards Yan Ye. However, Yan Ye did not panic at all, as he also charged towards Xu Shiqiu with an unreal killing intent.

He Ce who was standing at the side could clearly feel that there was something unusual going on between Yan Ye and the two of them, but he did not practice any martial arts and did not know what happened between them.

Hence, he had missed the opportunity to uncover the truth.