67: Chapter 67 Qin Shucheng's Doubts

"Dad, this one is for you. Mom, this one is for you."

After the hotpot started boiling, Qin Yushang immediately picked out two pieces of meat and gave one to Qin Shucheng and one to Su Yunxi. Seeing this, Qin Shucheng's eyes almost welled up with tears.

A daughter really is a sweet little jacket! It warms one's heart. However, when he looked over at Qin Yun, his face immediately darkened.

"It's finally boiling! I'm starving. Let's eat, let's eat!"

When Qin Yun ate, he completely disregarded everyone else, piling all the good stuff into his own bowl, which formed a stark contrast with the well-behaved and sensible Qin Yushang.

Shen Yingxue had originally intended to eat heartily as well, but after seeing Qin Yun's whirlwind-like eating style, she immediately abandoned that thought.

After a while, Qin Yun noticed that not many of them were using their chopsticks, so he said.

"Why aren't you guys eating? Food is only fragrant when you eat it in big mouthfuls!"

Qin Shucheng could no longer hold back. "There are outsiders here today, so mind your image."

"Outsiders? Where are there any outsiders? Oh, you mean them! Dad, Mom, let me introduce them."

After speaking, Qin Yun patted Shen Yingxue on the shoulder. Shen Yingxue was startled, but she quickly adjusted herself.

"This innocent and lively girl is named Shen Yingxue. She is my employee, the kind with a signed employment contract. She was originally my private bodyguard, but now I've assigned her to protect Xiao Shang."

Next, Qin Yun pointed to Leng Youxue. "This cold and aloof girl is Leng Youxue. In a sense, she is my half-disciple, and she has been learning swordsmanship from me recently."

Finally, Qin Yun went behind the petite Meng Ruxin and said.

"This petite and cute girl is Meng Ruxin. She is my musical companion. She plays the flute and I play the Suona. It is said that in order to better comprehend music, she will be staying with me for the time being. So, Dad, there are no outsiders in this room; you don't need to be so reserved, really."

After finishing, Qin Yun buried his head back into his food to feast. Qin Shucheng was somewhat shocked; after all, he knew his son best, yet these three Anjin experts were one his employee, one his half-disciple, and the other his musical companion.

Su Yunxi was also quite surprised. "Since when did Xiao Yun become so capable?"

"Hehe, after all, I've been a Dandy for so long; I naturally wanted to pull off a stunning feat!"

Qin Shucheng cast his gaze toward Qin Yushang, trying to find an answer. The corner of Qin Yushang's mouth twitched; it seemed that even when her older brother told the truth, their father found it hard to believe.

However, after Qin Yushang nodded, the look in Qin Shucheng's eyes as he watched Qin Yun changed slightly. It seemed he had never truly understood his son.

In his impression, this son of his was lecherous, short-tempered, rude, and caused trouble everywhere—he could be described as having a long history of bad behavior.

If it weren't for the Qin Family's vast resources to clean up his messes, he didn't know how many times he would have ended up in jail.

But during this period, he had indeed changed a lot, to the point where he found it hard to believe.

"Alright, Dad, isn't it a good thing that Brother has turned over a new leaf? At the very least, he even took the initiative to apologize to me!"

After hearing this, Qin Shucheng felt a bit bewildered. His biggest worry in the past was how the future of the Qin Family would continue after he passed away.

But he hadn't expected that he would actually change his old bad habits. Although he was still lacking in etiquette, at least he wasn't causing trouble anymore, and he seemed to have gained some special skills. These were all very good beginnings!

Harboring this thought, Qin Shucheng slowly stood up, took a bottle of Moutai directly from the study, and then said.

"You brat, want a drink?"

Qin Yun looked at Qin Shucheng, the corners of his mouth curling up. "Sure!"

...

The dinner ended harmoniously. Because everyone had drunk at least a little alcohol, Su Yunxi directly invited everyone to stay for the night.

For Qin Yushang, it was just like coming home, as she had always lived at home before, only having run off to stay at Qin Yun's villa for the past few days.

As for Qin Yun, it seemed he hadn't returned in a long time. Since becoming an adult, the frequency of him staying at home had been pitifully low; the last time he stayed at home was two years ago.

Taking advantage of his slight tipsiness, Qin Yun slowly walked out of the room. Looking at this exquisite manor, he couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

He didn't yet know how many Protagonists of destiny there were in this world, but three had already appeared in this small Jiangcheng. Although most of Lin Fan's plot took place in the Magic City, most of Lin Fan's female Protagonists had already been poached by him.

If Lin Fan were to come down from the mountain in the future, he might stir up a storm of blood and slaughter in Jiangcheng!

"The Old Madam of the Ye Family's birthday banquet is in two days. I wonder if the Dragon King will come out of seclusion? I'm actually quite looking forward to it!"

Xiao Chen, who had reached the Mid-stage Huajin Realm upon his Breakthrough, could be said to be infinitely glorious. After all, breaking through this shackle at the young age of just over twenty, he truly had the capital to be proud among his peers.

However... on the day he came out of seclusion, he would shatter Xiao Chen's arrogant bones completely, leaving none behind.

"Your Excellency Qin Yun, you... aren't you asleep?"

Qin Yun turned back to look and saw Leng Youxue walking over, holding the phantom blue he had gifted her. Qin Yun chuckled, "Aren't you going to rest? I remember there is a private hot spring in the manor. Soaking in it before bed is quite comfortable."

Leng Youxue shook her head. "I have something to ask you."

"Oh, what is it?"

"Your Excellency Qin Yun, I have been studying your Dugu Nine Swords for the past two days. I wonder if I might ask you for some pointers."

Qin Yun looked at her. She didn't have much interest in things like gourmet food, clothing, or comfortable environments. In her eyes, there was no desire for worldly things; all that existed was a yearning to wander the Jianghu.

Sigh, such a pure girl is rare indeed!

"Very well. I will correct any shortcomings you have. Let's begin!"

As he spoke, Qin Yun picked up the nine songs and said, "Show me everything you have comprehended!"

Leng Youxue cupped her hands. "Your Excellency Qin Yun, please enlighten me."

As soon as the words fell, Leng Youxue attacked directly. The lethality of the phantom blue was very strong. Although it was a top-grade Magical Artifact, it was still a far cry from the nine songs, but Qin Yun could not unleash the full power of the nine songs.

After all, the phantom blue was a gift from him. If he ended up breaking the sword again, he would be the one feeling the heartache.

The sound of the cold weapons clashing made Qin Yun's muscles tremble. After just a few simple exchanges, Qin Yun realized the terrifying nature of Leng Youxue's talent.

Having only watched him perform it once, her swordsmanship already held traces of the Dugu Nine Swords. This kind of talent was truly terrifying.

However, an introduction is still just an introduction. After several rounds of exchanging blows, Qin Yun executed the Sword-Breaking Style, neutralizing all of Leng Youxue's attacks.

"Miss Leng, I concede."

Although Leng Youxue had lost again, an excited expression appeared on her face. "I seem to have gained more insight. Thank you, Your Excellency Qin Yun."

After speaking, Leng Youxue immediately went back to contemplate. Qin Yun chuckled softly.

Women who know martial arts are just difficult to deal with; wanting to win their hearts and bodies is no easy task.

On the top floor of the manor, Qin Shucheng had taken in the entire process of their spar, and then he muttered to himself.

"You brat, just how much... have you been hiding from me?"