jdhmnovel Chapter 292 Discussing a Plan
Chapter 292 Discussing a Plan
They galloped down the road like an arrow shot from a bow. The clatter of their hooves was as rapid as a torrential downpour, stirring up clouds of dust. Barely a quarter of an hour later, the magnificent Zhennan Marquisate came into view.
Just as they arrived at the gate of the Zhennan Marquis's mansion, they happened to meet Chu Xinghan, who was slowly returning on a steed. Seeing how hurried they were, Chu Xinghan couldn't help but feel puzzled. He fixed his gaze on them and asked, "Why are you here at this hour? And judging by your hurried expressions, it seems like something urgent is going on."
Dugu Jingyao didn't answer Chu Xinghan's question immediately. Her beautiful eyes turned, and she asked anxiously, "Brother Xinghan, are Xingchen and Xinyu at home?"
Chu Xinghan wondered, could it be that these two people had come to visit Chu Xingchen and Chu Xinyu because they had committed some mistake? Thinking of this, he couldn't help but hesitate. After a moment's hesitation, he replied, "Well... probably... they should be at the mansion. But I just came back from outside, so I'm not sure yet."
Seeing Chu Xinghan's reaction, Dugu Moyan began to wonder if Chu Xingchen and Chu Xinyu had truly caused such a disaster that the siblings had come to him so anxiously. So he hurriedly explained, "Brother Xinghan, please don't misunderstand. My sister and I haven't come here because they've done anything wrong. We have something extremely important that requires their help!"
Chu Xinghan looked at the two men, their slightly anxious expressions, and thought to himself that this matter must indeed be extremely urgent. He stopped asking questions and said quickly, "If that's the case, please come with me into the mansion. I'll send someone to look for them." With that, he dismounted and led the Dugu siblings into the mansion's main gate.
Chu Xinghan walked steadily into the main hall with the two of them. His eyes were as sharp as a hawk. After looking around, he turned to Zhan Ying, who had been following him silently and loyally like a shadow, and whispered, "Go and get Chu Xingchen and Chu Xinyu."
Zhan Ying nodded slightly, his figure flashing and disappearing instantly. Time seemed to freeze, and waiting always felt long. But before long, a series of light footsteps approached from afar. Chu Xingchen stood tall and straight, his steps vigorous; Chu Xinyu, graceful and elegant, walked lightly. The two of them quickly entered the main hall.
When they entered the main hall, they saw that besides their eldest brother Chu Xinghan, Dugu Moyan and Dugu Jingyao were also present. They couldn't help but feel a strong sense of doubt. Despite this, they still didn't dare to neglect it in the slightest, and first bowed respectfully to the Dugu siblings.
After the ceremony, Chu Xinyu blinked her bright eyes and asked curiously, "Brother Mo Yan, Sister Jing Yao, why did you suddenly come today? And Sister Yue Er didn't come with you?"
Dugu Jingyao smiled slightly, her red lips parted, and she replied softly, "I came here this time because I really have something to ask of you, but this matter must be kept secret from Yue'er."
Hearing this, Chu Xinghan frowned slightly, a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes, and he said in a deep voice: "What exactly is going on? You have to be so secretive that even Yue'er can't know. Aren't you afraid that Xinyu and Yue'er are so close sisters and she might accidentally reveal this to Yue'er?"
Chu Xinyu pouted when she heard that, and said with a look of grievance on her face: "Brother, you are really wronging me! How can I be so careless with my words? Humph, if you really think I'm unreliable, then I'll leave now!" As she said that, she turned around and was about to leave.
Dugu Jingyao quickly stopped her: "Hey, don't listen to your brother, it's not true, I believe you! Come back and sit down, this can't be done without you!"
After a flurry of praise, Chu Xinyu was finally able to stay. Dugu Jingyao then continued, "We came to you mainly to ask for your help and advice. Yue'er's birthday is coming up soon. This is the last birthday I'll prepare for Yue'er at home, so I want to give her a surprise birthday party."
The Chu siblings understood the Dugu siblings' intentions and pledged to do their best to help Dugu Jingyao fulfill her wish. They then began brainstorming.
After about half an hour, they finally came up with two feasible options. One was to consider holding the birthday banquet outdoors in the suburbs instead of at the mansion. Another option was to book Tianxianglou for Liu Jingyue's birthday banquet.
It was already late today, so the Dugu siblings excused themselves and went back to the Yunnan Palace for dinner. However, they had a general idea in mind, so the rest of the plan was easy to make.
As expected, he felt relieved and in a good mood. On the way back home, Dugu Jingyao couldn't help but ask, "Brother, aren't you not paying attention to Zhenzhu? Why did you accompany Zhenzhu and Lin Zhi to the suburbs to collect herbs? And even got injured?"
Dugu Moyan replied vaguely, "Isn't it because you didn't have time that I helped you and accompanied them out? As for the injuries, it's such a dangerous position. I'm here. I can't let those two girls go and pick it, right?"
It sounded reasonable, but Dugu Jingyao still felt, "He's a man who says one thing and means another!" So she pretended to nod in agreement. The two of them then leisurely returned to the palace.