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When Cao Zhen heard this, his eyebrows suddenly raised. At this moment, the atmosphere in Gu's house seemed to have solidified.

He stared at Gu Chen, and after a long while, he looked away and looked at Gu Qingyan, saying: "No matter what, I am sincere to you Qingyan, and no matter what others say, I will not give up easily.

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After saying this, Cao Zhen turned around and left. Seeing this, the servants put down their things one by one, followed closely behind Cao Zhen, and left the Gu Mansion one by one.

Seeing Cao Zhen leaving, Gu Chengfeng's family of three also breathed a sigh of relief. Gu Chengfeng looked at the silks and satins and various jewelry, and said to Gu Chen: "Da Lang, what should I do with these things?"

Gu Chen smiled lightly and said, "Since they are willing to give it away, we can just accept it."

"This..." Gu Chengfeng hesitated and said, "Is there something wrong?"

Gu Chen said: "It's okay, Second Uncle, these things are not worth mentioning to the Pingxi Hou Mansion. They are just a drop in the bucket. Take them. If you don't take them, it will be in vain."

Seeing what Gu Chen had said, Gu Chengfeng could only nod his head, "reluctantly" accepted the things, and ordered his servants to take them down.

After arriving in the study, Gu Chengfeng looked worried and said to Gu Chen worriedly: "Dalang, Cao Zhen didn't do what he wanted today. I'm afraid he will secretly be detrimental to Qingyan."

Gu Chengfeng is so old, and for a precious daughter like Gu Qingyan, he doesn't want her to get hurt in any way.

Gu Chen comforted him and said, "Don't worry, second uncle, Cao Zhen won't dare to do anything in a short time."

With Gu Chen here, he didn't worry about what tricks Cao Zhen would use. If it didn't work, he would just follow Gu Qingyan every time she went out.

But if he, Jingtiansi, has a mission and leaves Tiandu, then no one can guarantee Gu Qingyan's safety. This is what Gu Chen is worried about.

Although the few people standing behind Gu Chen were worthy of Cao Zhen's fear, if they were really anxious, there was no telling what Cao Zhen would do.

Gu Chen's eyebrows frowned slightly, he didn't expect that Cao Zhen would actually become a big trouble.

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On the evening of the second day, Gu Chen followed Chen Yu to the Duke Liang's Mansion in the inner city.

The Duke of Liang's Mansion covers an area of ​​hundreds of acres, with countless pavilions, pavilions, waterside pavilions and courtyards. The entire Duke's Mansion is extremely prosperous and exquisite, and is only comparable to the Huai Prince's Mansion that Gu Chen visited last time.

Today is the 72nd birthday of Liang Guo Road. Many important people in Tiandu have come to attend the banquet in person, including some high officials from the imperial court and nobles from all walks of life.

The entire Duke of Liang's Mansion was suddenly overcrowded and bustling with people.

After Chen Yu's carriage arrived at the gate of the Duke's Mansion, he took Gu Chen out of the carriage and handed the invitation in his hand to the servant at the door. After the servant at the door took the invitation, he shouted loudly: "Commander Jingtian Secretary Chen Yuchen

Let the Lord arrive!"

Liang Guolu Sheng was seventy-two years old. He was born in the military. His ability to lead troops in combat was first-rate when he was young. He was a rare handsome man in Daxia. He also made great contributions to Daxia. After he retired from the army, Emperor Xia felt grateful for him.

For his meritorious service, he is hereby conferred the title of "Gong of the Country".

Even Ping Xihou, who is now very good at leading troops and fighting in Daxia, admires Duke Liang very much, because before him, it was Duke Liang who sat on the border and helped Daxia deter foreign barbarians. At that time, today

Emperor Xia hasn't ascended the throne yet.

Liang Guogong is a burly old man with a resolute face. His beard and hair are all white, and he has a beard. Sitting there, he looks like an old lion, very powerful.

"I have met Duke Liang."

Chen Yu walked in with Gu Chen, and they both saluted Duke Liang who was sitting at the top.

"No need to be polite, please get up."

Liang Guogong said with a smile that he met Chen Yu by chance when Chen Yu was still the governor of the capital. He felt that Chen Yu's character was very suitable for him, and he also helped Chen Yu during his growth.

There are quite a few Chen Yu.

The friendship between the two was also forged at that time.

In fact, Chen Yu himself was very ambitious. Step by step, in just a few years, he became the youngest commander in Daxia.

Liang Guogong was born in the military and did not get along well with those civil servants and Confucian officials. In his heart, he preferred unruly warriors like Chen Yu. In his opinion, this is what a true man should be.

Of course, after all, he is in Tiandu, has retreated from the border, and meets every morning in the morning. The peace that should be there is still maintained on the surface. Therefore, there are many civil servants who came to attend his birthday banquet today, but the main thing is

Mainly military commanders.

The other nobles present and the ministers of Great Xia all knew that Duke Liang was optimistic about Chen Yu. After all, he was the youngest commander of the Jingtian Division and would have a promising future, so they all stepped forward to greet Chen Yu.

In this hall, the lowest-status people were all the fourth-rank officials of the dynasty, as well as some nobles and military generals. Gu Chen was a small imperial emissary. He was really inconspicuous, and no one wanted to ask about it.

Because of Chen Yu's relationship, at this moment, Liang Guogong turned his eyes and looked at Gu Chen, saying, "Who is this?"

Chen Yugong cupped his hands and said loudly: "This is an envoy under my command named Gu Chen. He is very talented, even better than me back then. Today is the birthday of Duke Liang, so I thought of bringing him here to meet him."

world."

"oh?"

Hearing that Gu Chen's talent was even greater than that of Chen Yu, Liang Guogong immediately became interested. He looked at Gu Chen carefully, nodded, and said: "He has a strong body and full blood. He is indeed good. He is a good practitioner of martial arts."

Miao Zi, as expected, is another candidate for commander."

Gu Chen clasped his fists and said respectfully: "Duke Liang is overrated. The achievements of this official are nothing compared to Master Chen."

At this time, Chen Yu smiled slightly and said: "Your Excellency, where is Miss Xinlan?"

Duke Liang said with a smile: "She is with the young people in the side hall, and she doesn't want to be with the elderly like us."

After saying that, he laughed again and joked: "I almost forgot, Mr. Chen, you are not very old either."

Chen Yu smiled slightly and didn't care, and said: "Gu Chen is also a young man, and I think Miss Xinlan is too. They two young people should have a lot to talk about together."

Upon hearing this, all the ministers and nobles present immediately knew that Chen Yu was bringing Gu Chen on a blind date.

Naturally, Liang Guogong understood the deeper meaning of Chen Yu's words. He nodded with a smile and said: "Okay, young people really shouldn't be with people like us. They will become too sluggish. Ah Fu, please be careful.

Lan called over."

"Yes, sir."

An old man beside Liang Guogong responded and silently retreated. Soon, he came in with a woman.

This woman's name is Lu Xinlan, and she is the granddaughter of Highway Sheng of the Liang Kingdom. She is favored by the Duke of Liang and has been favored by thousands of people since she was a child. However, she has not developed an arrogant and domineering character.

"grandfather."

Lu Xinlan bowed to Lu Sheng Yingying. She had long eyebrows and white teeth, bright eyes, a high nose, a slightly pointed chin, her hair was tied up with a jade belt, and she didn't use any makeup, but she was still extremely beautiful.

"Xinlan has met you all." Immediately, Lu Xinlan saluted Chen Yu and others, and also saw Gu Chen standing next to Chen Yu.

"I haven't seen you for a while, and Miss Xinlan has become more and more beautiful." Uncle Dingyuan of Daxia said with a smile.

"Uncle Liang is too flattering." Lu Xinlan smiled lightly and said softly. Her voice was as soft as a beating note in the ear.

"This is Gu Chen from Jingtian Division. Mr. Chen brought him here. You are both young people and there will be many topics to talk about. You can take him to visit our Duke Liang's Mansion."

He said warmly.

"yes."

Lu Xinlan responded, walked to Gu Chen, and said softly: "Master Gu, let's go. Xinlan will take you to visit the Duke's Mansion."

"Sorry, Miss Xinlan."

Gu Chen nodded, bowed to many dignitaries in the hall, and then followed Lu Xinlan and left.

The occasion here was not suitable for him to participate. When these big guys gathered here, they must have something important to discuss, and it was not something Gu Chen could get involved in.

After leaving the main hall, the bright moonlight fell from the sky and shone on Lu Xinlan who was walking in front, making her whole body glow.

Not only is she beautiful in appearance, she also has a good figure. She is a woman who is not inferior to his sister Gu Qingyan in every aspect.

It's a pity that Gu Chen really has no idea in this regard, so Chen Yu's hard work can only be wasted.

"What is Mr. Gu thinking about?" Lu Xinlan turned around and saw that Gu Chen was in a daze, so she asked.

When Gu Chen heard this, he immediately came to his senses and said apologetically: "Sorry, I was thinking about something just now. Miss Xinlan doesn't need to call me Master Gu. As Miss Xinlan, just call me by my name."

Lu Xinlan nodded and didn't say much. After all, there was still a gap between the two when they first met.

She also understands her grandfather's intention to keep her close to Gu Chenduo. The main reason is that she is seventeen years old and has reached the age to leave the court. She has been putting off getting married. After a long time, it will not sound good if word spreads.

But Lu Xinlan had her own ideas. Everyone in the Duke of Liang's palace was influenced by Lu Sheng himself, and the martial arts was quite strong. Even Lu Xinlan herself had the cultivation level of Tongmai Realm.

She herself has also thought about her criteria for choosing a mate. In her opinion, her martial arts talent is quite good, so she also wants to find someone with the same goals.

However, before she achieved certain achievements in martial arts, she really didn't have many thoughts in this regard.

But after all, it was Lu Sheng's order, so she didn't want to be too rude, so she took Gu Chen to browse the scenery of the Duke's Mansion, and the two of them chatted.

Gu Chen could also tell that the other person didn't seem to like him either, but he didn't care much about it. After all, he still knew himself. Although he had a good skin in this life, he wouldn't make others fall in love at first sight.

While walking, they had finished visiting the Duke's Mansion. At this time, Lu Xinlan said: "Mr. Gu, there are many young people gathering in the side hall next to it. Let's go there too."

"Okay." Gu Chen nodded.

Afterwards, the two came to a side hall of the Duke's Mansion. The scenery here was beautiful. There was a pond at the door, with gurgling water and some flowers planted around it, which was pleasing to the eye.

The young people in this side hall are all the descendants of the powerful people in the main hall, and they are talking here.

As soon as Lu Xinlan came in, she attracted the attention of countless people, and everyone immediately looked over. When Lu Xinlan walked into the door, they also saw Gu Chen following Lu Xinlan.

"Miss Xinlan, who is this person?" A tall man with a rough face asked.

He is the son of Uncle Dingyuan Liang Wei, named Liang Xu. He has been in love with Lu Xinlan for a long time, and his pursuit of Lu Xinlan also got the permission of his father, Uncle Dingyuan.

At this time, Gu Chen discovered Cao Zhen. It was obvious that Cao Zhen was a little surprised to see Gu Chen.

Immediately, holding a wine glass, he stepped forward and introduced Liang Xu: "Brother Liang, I don't know. This Gu Chen, Brother Gu, is the most potential inspector of Tiandu's generation. He is very popular with Chen."

Commander Yu Chen attaches great importance to him, and he is also very famous in the world, ranking first in the list of stars."