For more than a year after Tang Zongbo returned to Hong Kong, due to the death of his wife and the infrequent presence of Xia Shao and Xu Tianyin, Zhang Zhongxian moved in with him to facilitate daily care. Zhang Zhongxian's disciples also dealt with foreign industries and were based in Hong Kong. Qiu Qiqiang, Zhao Gu and Hairuo lived in a villa not far away. Every morning when they went to the old Feng Shui Hall, they were used to coming over to say hello and make breakfast for the two old people.
This morning, as everyone he trusted was there, Xia Shao told Yi Ni's suspicions and his own guesses about last night during breakfast time.
These speculations naturally shocked everyone at the table. Especially when he heard that it happened last night, Tang Zongbo said: "You girl, why did you say it? Why didn't you say it last night?"
Xia Shao smiled and said: "The banquet ended very late last night. I told you that you might have to think about it all night." After all, the master is old. Although he has advanced cultivation and has always been in good health, Xia Shao still hopes The old man sleeps better at night, so it's not too late to talk about these things in the morning.
Tang Zongbo sighed, "You kid, such a big thing..." Even so, the old man's eyes were still very moved. Throughout his life, he had always attached great importance to friendship when he accepted these two disciples. Even though he had no children, having these two disciples meant he had no regrets.
"This cold old man! He used to protect himself wisely, but he just watched the sect fight within his eyes! Now the head brother did not expel him from the sect because of the friendship between the same sect. He went abroad to live happily without knowing how to be grateful, and even found such a grandson-in-law! I think he is On purpose!" At this time, Zhang Zhongxian said angrily.
"Junior Brother Leng's temperament is a bit fearful. Because of this, I think he doesn't know the truth. Furthermore, Yi Yatou also said that she is not sure whether it is Xiao Yi or not. But Xin'er, I really didn't expect that she Know how to learn black witchcraft." Tang Zongbo's opinion was not as emotional as Zhang Zhongxian's. He just looked solemn, "I saw Xin'er at Leng's house last night. I saw that the child has a lot of cheerful temperament. I thought she really wanted to be happy. Now, I don’t care so much about abolishing her skills back then. Unexpectedly, this child still got into trouble."
"That matter, the head brother is right! Killing a fellow sect member, if it were not for the pity of old man Leng, because she is a granddaughter, if it were any other disciple, it would be a death penalty! He spared her life, but only abolished the merit Fa is already very concerned about friendship! In this matter, if Xiao Shao guessed correctly, Xin'er has practiced black witchcraft, and that is also her own problem." Zhang Zhong said first.
Tang Zongbo sighed and asked Xia Shao: "How sure are you about this matter?"
Xia Shao looked at her master deeply and said, "Eighty percent."
Tang Zongbo was stunned. Others could not understand the meaning of Xia Shao's glance. As a master, he had taught her the inheritance of magic since she was ten years old. How could he not understand the tacit understanding between master and disciple? This girl, I'm afraid Kaitian saw something. Her temperament means that she would not speak out and accuse someone unjustly unless she was certain.
Qiu Qiqiang and the three of them looked at each other, 80%? Doesn’t that mean it’s confirmed
"I think the most important thing right now is to find out whether Master Xiao is the person behind the plot against us." Hai Ruo frowned. She had always had a gentle temperament, but now her expression was solemn, and she glanced at Wen Ye with a slightly cold look. If Leng Yixin continues to practice black witchcraft, her skills have been abolished. Even if she has some obsessions and cannot let go, the threat to Xuanmen will be small. The problem is Xiao Yi, he is the leader of Maoshan and a master of the realm of refining gods and returning voids. If he wants to deal with Xuanmen, then except for the leader and two uncles, the other disciples are no match for him.
But he is not Xiao Yi's opponent. If it is proven that he is really the one who hurt Xiao Yezi, she will never let him go!
"Indeed! This matter is the most important thing! The person behind the scenes needs to be found. Now that we have clues, we must find out even if it is only possible!" Qiu Qiqiang said.
Xia Shao looked at Xu Tianyin and said, "Brother, I leave this matter to you. I remember that when the Dragon Vein incident happened, Master had a phone call with Xiao Yi. He said that he was in Maoshan handling matters related to the sect and industry. If this is true, then He should be in the mainland by then."
"Yes." Xu Tianyin nodded. He always went straight to the point, "All Xiao Yi's information will be handed over to you within a week."
Xia Shao understood the meaning of all the information. She nodded immediately, and everyone else breathed a sigh of relief. Xu Tianyin's identity and ability should not be difficult to do these things.
Xu Tianyin must have extremely confidential information in collecting this information. He needed a week, but Xia Shao couldn't stay in Hong Kong for a week. She originally planned to start work at the company after the annual vacation, and she would go to the company to sit there for a few more days to deal with things. Unexpectedly, bringing Adam to Hong Kong would disrupt all the schedule. It was originally to deal with Adam's affairs, but now Adam has returned to England, and Xia Shao still has some matters at home. When Tang Zongbo met Xiao Yi last night, he asked him what his plans were. He said that he would live in Hong Kong for a while. As for where to develop in the future, it depends on the decision of Mr. Leng and Leng Yixin.
Xiao Yi will live in Hong Kong for a while, and Xia Shao will go home, but he is not too worried. If this person is really the one who plots against Xuanmen behind the scenes, his thoughts must be deep and hidden. With his acting style, he would definitely stab someone in the dark and not do it openly. In this case, there is a strong possibility that he will avoid his time in Hong Kong. But before leaving, Xia Shao still told Master and others to be careful.
The day Xia Shao left Hong Kong was the day Xu Tianyin returned to the military region to report. The two separated, Xu Tianyin returned to Beijing, and Xia Shao returned to Dongshi.
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Xia Zhiyuan and Li Juan were surprised and happy when their daughter came back from Hong Kong after only three days, but they were even more surprised to see their daughter brought a friend back.
"Who is this?" In the Xia family's living room, Xia Zhiyuan and Li Juan stood up and looked at the petite and exquisite girl next to Xia Shao.
"My college classmate, Yi Ni." Xia Shao smiled.
Yi Ni stood next to Xia Shao, looking a little embarrassed when she met Li Juan's smiling and appraising eyes, "Uncle, aunt."
She was going back to the capital, but Xia Shao wanted to invite her to celebrate the Lantern Festival. In the seven or eight years since she left the village, she has never been to other people's homes for the holidays. This year she went to Hong Kong for the first time. She followed Xia Shao to Dongshi. Yi Ni still can't figure out why she didn't refuse.
When she came to Xia Shao's house, Yi Ni didn't bring any gifts. Although she grew up in the village, she also knew the etiquette of human relations after living outside for several years. But after following Xia Shao off the plane and taking a taxi directly back to Xia's house, she didn't even have time to buy anything. At this moment, facing the scrutiny of Xia Shao's parents, Yi Ni was unusually embarrassed.
Li Juan stood up with a smile and said, "Xiao Shao's classmate? This kid brought his classmates here without even saying a word to us. Come on, come on, sit down!" As she spoke, she invited Yi Ni to sit down at the coffee table. Yi Ni was stunned for a moment, as she was forced to sit down by Li Juan. Before she could react, Li Juan had already turned around to make tea.
Yi Ni didn't know that Xia Shao rarely brought her classmates and friends to her home. In the past, when Huaxia Group was not established, she had few friends and few people came. Now that my family has moved to Taoyuan District, there are many people who want to come, but not many can get in. In addition to taking Xu Tianyin home, Xia Shao had met her same-sex friends Xia Zhiyuan and Li Juan, but they had never been to Xia's house as guests. So when they saw their daughter bringing friends back today, the couple was a little more nervous than Yi Ni.
Xia Zhiyuan and his wife naturally put a lot of thought into entertaining their daughter's classmates at noon. Originally planning to go to the hotel to eat, Xia Shao said that it would be better to cook some home-cooked food at home. Li Juan couldn't resist her daughter, so she hurriedly bought vegetables and came back, then got into the kitchen to work. At lunch time, four people ate, and the table was filled with dishes. Sitting around the table, Yi Ni's eyes were in a daze amid the steaming meals.
Xia Zhiyuan saw that Yi Ni was stunned and couldn't move her chopsticks, so he smiled and said to his wife: "I told you not to do so much. Look at how you set the table. Don't finish the meal like last time." It breaks people down."
Li Juan exclaimed and looked at her husband, "Was it my fault that I cooked a lot of food last time? Aren't there some people who are jealous of their son-in-law and don't look good on others, forcing them to find ways to please us?"
Xia Zhiyuan immediately knew that he had said the wrong thing again, and said with a wry smile: "Okay, okay, I'm wrong and you are right."
Li Juan pursed her lips and smiled.
Yi Ni looked at the middle-aged couple opposite through the heat of the food. She couldn't help but lower her eyes when she heard the two bickering. She has never seen her father. From the time she can remember, there is only her mother in her life. She never knew what her parents were like when they were together.
"Xiaoyi, don't look at the abundance of food, but the taste is actually far worse than in a hotel. We, Xiaoshao, don't often bring friends back for dinner, and we don't know how to entertain them. If there is anything inconsiderate, don't show it." Li Juan saw that Yi Ni had not moved her chopsticks, so she looked at her with some worry and explained with a smile. Could it be that you really had to cook too many dishes and over-exerted the greetings, scaring people
"No, no." Only then did Yi Ni react and waved her hands.
This was the first time that Xia Shao saw Yi Ni in such a hurry, which was very different from her usual strong and sharp attitude. She naturally knew the reason, which was also the reason why she asked her mother to cook and greet him personally. First, he brought Yi Ni back because he didn't want her to stay in Hong Kong. She had a strong temper and had unavenged revenge on her mother. Xia Shao was worried that Yi Ni would do irrational things while she was away. With her temperament, regardless of whether Xiao Yi was her enemy or not, she would most likely "would rather kill a thousand by mistake than let one go." But her cultivation level is too far behind that of Xiao Yi, and she will be the only one who gets into trouble. For her safety, she also had to leave Hong Kong. But by bringing her back to her home, Xia Shao also hoped to bring her more warmth. People who live in hatred are always tired. A warm and relaxed life is good for Yi Ni.
The atmosphere during the meal was still very harmonious. Li Juan took advantage of Xia Shao's preferences when she brought Xu Tianyin back, asking how old Yi Ni was, what she majored in, and where her family was. But Li Juan still has a sense of propriety. She never likes to inquire about other people's family backgrounds, and all she asks are commonplace questions.
When asked where Yi Ni was from, Yi Ni's hand holding the bowl visibly stiffened, but she finally answered: "Nan Province."
"Oh!" Li Juan was quite surprised and looked at each other with Xia Zhiyuan. Xia Zhiyuan said: "It's quite far from Qing Province..."
"Isn't that right? Today's children are all independent. When we were at this age, how could we go out so far?" Li Juan said as she looked at Yi Ni, smiled and asked, "Look, you and Xiao Shao are about the same age. , your parents should be about the same age as us, right? I don't worry about you running so far alone."
Yi Ni's hand holding the bowl became stiff again, she lowered her head and said, "I have never seen my father, my mother... is no longer alive."
"..." When Xia Zhiyuan and Li Juan heard this, they were both stunned. The smile on Li Juan's face suddenly turned into concern, "Then how did you get here when your parents are not with you? Live at a relative's house?"
Xia Shao turned to look at Yi Ni. She was only thirteen years old when she ran away from the village. She didn't know how she had survived outside these years.
Yi Ni lowered her head, she had no relatives. When she first came out of the village, she didn't understand anything. Because she was young, no place was willing to hire her. During the first two years, she went to the streets to pick up the swill dumped by restaurants. To this end, she competed with homeless people on the streets for territory and fought. She used bewitching to subdue those people and gained the attention of a well-known local underworld boss. The underworld in that place was the territory of the Triads. The man knew that he could not make it big, so he paid him to help him change his career. From then on, she used people's money to eliminate disasters, and within two years, she helped that person release poison and do business, making him a very rich man. And she used the money to study, live, and learn about her enemies. But people are greedy, and that man became a very rich man and tasted the sweetness. He dared to take advantage of her and wanted to keep her. It happened that his wife and children got the news and hired people from the underworld to kill her. She killed her in anger. These people took away the man's property and left the city.
From then on, she spent many years using the money to live and study.
But Yi Ni did not elaborate on these things. She didn't want to see the fearful and alienated eyes of her friends or her friends' family members. She didn't want to go back to the days when she had no friends and lived alone.
Yi Ni lowered her head and said nothing, but Li Juan's eyes were filled with pity. Her parents also passed away early back then, and she survived in the village relying on the help of neighbors, so she was most deeply touched by these things. And she is also a mother. When she sees a child without a mother, she always feels distressed. So after the meal, Li Juan was already greeting Yi Ni and showing great care. She held Yi Ni in her arms and talked for a long time in the afternoon. When she went to bed at night, she even thickened the quilt for her.
Yi Ni stayed at Xia Shao's house, accompanying her to Fu Ruixiang antique store or ceramics company during the day, and came back to have dinner with Xia Zhiyuan and his wife in the evening. During this period, she also accompanied Xia Shao to Qingshi and spent three days at the headquarters of Huaxia Group. She saw with her own eyes Xia Shao's vigorous and resolute handling of company affairs. He also accompanied her to meet a friend of hers who studied witchcraft.
Xia Shao arrived in Qingshi. Although she was going to handle company affairs, she still took the time to visit the Hu family villa. The Hu family has been renovated by people from Ada Real Estate. Hu Jiayi was at home with her parents and seemed to be in good spirits when she saw Xia Shao.
"Xiao Shao!" Hu Jiayi rushed over, her happy look was the same as before. However, when she heard that Yi Ni was a Gu magician and thought of her own affairs, her cheerful smile faded, "I understand. Before. , when I first arrived in the UK, no one around me was kind to me, only Adam protected me. I admired him, relied on him, and was grateful to him. Later I thought I liked him, but now that I think about it, it might really be adulterous. There may be a lot of impure feelings involved... I plan not to meet him again and let time verify whether I really like him."
Xia Shao raised her eyebrows when she heard this. The carefree little witch Hu Jiayi could show such a quiet and emotional smile at this moment, she must have really figured it out, "Then what do you plan to do in the future?"
"I will still go to the UK. But I will not go back to the magic school. I am already preparing the materials to apply to the school for withdrawal. My dad's company has been expanding its business over the years and opening up markets in Europe. He has some experience in the UK. Business friends have helped me contact Cambridge University. I plan to go to school to study business management, and after graduation, I will return to the family company to help manage it," Hu Jiayi said.
This decision surprised Xia Shao. She didn't expect Hu Jiayi to make a decision so quickly and decisively. This allowed her to see some potential in inheriting the family business in the future. Xia Shao naturally agreed with Hu Jiayi's decision. She only asked: "Now that you have decided, I hope that you will try not to have contact with the students in the witchcraft school in the UK in the future. You should be aware of the hostility of those people towards you. Don't provoke them again, so as not to harm yourself." Bringing danger to friends around you.”
As for whether to see Adam or not, Xia Shao didn't remind him much. She didn't know the danger Adam faced. If he reminded her, it would make her guess something, which would bring danger to her.
Hu Jiayi nodded in agreement. That night, Xia Shao and Yi Ni stayed at Hu's house. Hu Guangjin and his wife were very happy and emotional about their daughter's decision, feeling that she had finally grown up.
Early the next morning, Xia Shao drove back to Dongshi. The next day was the fifteenth day of the first lunar month.
On the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, the Xia family gathered together again. Xia Zhiqin's family has returned to Qingshi. On this day, only two old people and Xia Zhimei and Xia Zhitao's family came to Xia Shao's house to have dinner together. Except that there is an extra Yi Ni in the banquet, it is the same as before.
The atmosphere at the reunion dinner that day was still very lively, and the family discussed the engagement of Xia Shao and Xu Tianyin. There was no time to set a time before, but now that Xia Shao is back, Xia Zhiyuan said: "Your mother and I have discussed it and think it is best to set the engagement time during the winter and summer vacations. This will not delay your studies, but we are just raising this matter. Here’s a plan, you go back to the capital tomorrow, bring the message to Mr. Xu for us, and ask him what he means.”
Xia Zhitao laughed after hearing this and said: "Winter and summer vacation? There is still half a year left during the summer vacation. If we book it during the winter vacation, there will only be one year left! Doesn't that mean Xiao Xu is anxious to death? The last time I saw Xiao Xu... Huh? Xiao Xu?"
Xia Zhitao's voice stopped suddenly as he spoke, and Na Na turned his head and looked out the door.
At the door, a man in an expensive suit had already walked in, holding a bouquet of roses and lilies in his arms. He looked into the room from a distance, and his eyes fell on the woman who was eating.
"Senior brother?" Xia Shao stood up, not expecting Xu Tianyin to come to the Xia family from the capital.
But in a daze, she then remembered that today, the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, was just one week away from Xu Tianyin's so-called period.