Soon, the carriage stopped at the entrance of Marquis Pingyang's mansion.
The snow was still falling.
But it was smaller than yesterday.
The groom jumped out of the carriage.
He shouted, "Master, Young Master, we're here."
Hearing this, Gong Zuo Xiang came down from inside.
Gong Shilin followed closely behind.
The heavy snowflakes drifted to their bodies along with the wind.
Fortunately, the two of them were wearing cloaks.
Behind them was a horse carriage.
It was filled with gifts.
Marquis Pingyang personally came to welcome him.
"Marquis Pingyang." Minister Gong cupped his fists.
"General Gong."
The two of them exchanged greetings.
Although Gong Chi was now the Left Minister, Marquis Pingyang was still used to calling him General Gong in private.
Someone from the Gong Clan suddenly shouted, "Send the things in."
One by one, they unloaded the gifts from the car.
Marquis Pingyang said, "Our manors are about to become one family. Why are you so polite?"
Gong Zuo Xiang said, "Of course, of course. Some etiquette cannot be lacking."
The two of them laughed.
Immediately, Gong Shilin, who was standing on the side, stepped forward and bowed politely, calling out, "Marquis."
"Shi Lin! Long time no see. "
"Yes, I came with my father to pay a visit today. I hope I won't trouble the Marquis."
"How could it be troublesome? I'm glad you could come. "
Gong Shilin smiled warmly.
Marquis Pingyang, on the other hand, patted his arm in satisfaction. "From now on, we are a family. You don't have to call me marquis like before. Just call me uncle."
As if to remind him.
You're going to be my son-in-law!
Gong Shilin lowered his head, looking completely submissive. "Yes, Shilin understands."
Marquis Pingyang laughed with satisfaction.
"Alright, it's snowing so heavily. Let's not stand outside. Let's go in first."
The three of them entered.
They chatted all the way to the main hall.
Today, Li Qiao had to enter the palace, so he was not in the mansion.
As for Li Cheng, he had been waiting for Ji Yunshu's portrait for the past two days, so he had nothing to do.
Since he didn't want to go to the city's department, he stayed at home all day.
But this morning, when he suddenly learned that Gong Zuo Xiang was coming to visit, his whole person was not good.
Because his job was to thank the Left Prime Minister for helping him through the back door.
If that wasn't the case, he wouldn't have to suffer like this.
Moreover, Gong Shilin was also coming today!
His mortal enemy.
He was worried that he would not be able to control his urge to kill, so he simply went out. He did not expect that before he went out, he was caught by Marquis Pingyang, who forced him to stay at home to entertain the guests.
Therefore, he was filled with anger.
He was sitting in the hall, sulking.
He held a porcelain cup in his hand as if he was going to crush it.
He had a fierce look on his face.
Even the servant girl who served him tea didn't dare to approach him.
When he saw his father welcoming the so-called "guest" in, he snorted.
He put down the porcelain cup in his hand and stood up to welcome them.
When he saw Gong Shilin behind Left Minister Gong, he glared at him.
It was filled with killing intent.
He retracted his gaze, unwillingly and deeply bowed to Prime Minister Gong Zuo who came in.
"Congratulations, Uncle."
The last time Li Cheng went to Gong Shilin to settle the score, Gong Zuoxiang happened to see him, so he was a little unhappy. But since they were going to be a family, and Li Cheng was Marquis Pingyang's son, he did not take it to heart.
He just nodded his head.
With a smile on his face, he said meaningfully, "Ah Cheng, don't mess around today."
Uh!
The older, the wiser.
Li Cheng's heart was filled with thousands of curses.
He was so angry that his molars clicked.
Because he didn't tell Marquis Pingyang when his brother Li Qiao caught Li Cheng causing trouble in Prime Minister Gong's residence.
Therefore, Marquis Pingyang didn't understand what he said.
He called out, "Don't stand outside. Go in."
When Gong Shilin passed by Li Cheng …
Li Cheng whispered to him, "Be careful."
Don't leave later!
But Gong Shilin didn't even look at him and went straight in.
The father and son of the Gong family took off their cloaks and handed them to the servants.
The servants brought two heaters and placed them in front of them.
At the same time, they handed hot tea.
As soon as Li Cheng sat down, his eyes were filled with killing intent as he stared at Gong Shilin, who was sitting opposite him.
If it weren't for the current occasion, he would have pounced on him.
Not a single one was spared!
As for Gong Shilin, he completely treated him as if he was invisible.
He looked indifferent.
This made Li Cheng even angrier.
He grabbed the handles on both sides of the chair with both hands, and his nails seemed to be digging into the glazed wood.
Creaking sounds could be heard.
"By the way, why don't I see Wen Shu?" Prime Minister Gong suddenly asked.
Marquis Pingyang asked the butler beside him, "Where's Miss?"
The butler stepped forward and said, "Master, Miss woke up this morning … She's not feeling well and is resting in the room."
"Not feeling well? Doesn't she know that someone from the Gong family is here today? "
"Yes, but Miss caught a cold and coughed badly."
"Is it that serious?" Marquis Pingyang was worried.
Li Cheng stood up immediately. "Is Sister sick? Why didn't you say so earlier? "
With an anxious expression, he broke into a run.
He couldn't care less about etiquette.
Marquis Pingyang didn't even have time to shout.
He sighed.
He turned to Gong Shilin and said, "Shilin, why don't you go and see Wen Shu?"
Letting his future son-in-law go and see his daughter was a good move.
Prime Minister Gong echoed, "Go ahead. I still have something to say to your uncle."
Gong Shilin was like a puppet.
He stood up silently.
"Yes."
And he left.
Li Cheng arrived at Li Wenshu's courtyard. Before he entered, he heard coughing coming from inside.
"Sister."
He rushed into the room.
Li Wenshu leaned against the bed with a pale face.
She covered her mouth with a handkerchief and coughed.
The maid was adding charcoal to the stove beside the bed.
When Li Wenshu saw him rushing in, she gasped for breath.
"Why are you here?"
Li Cheng sat by the bed, looking worried. "Sister, why didn't you tell me that you were sick?"
"It's just a small cold. I'm fine."
"You're still fine? Did you call for a doctor? "
"I'll be fine after drinking some medicine. It's just some old problems."
"Sister …"
"Alright, I'm really fine. But you, aren't you with Father entertaining the people from the Gong residence in the front yard? Why are you here? "Li Wenshu's tone was slightly serious.
Li Cheng sighed.
He said unhappily, "Sister, you know my temper. I know that you don't like that kid from the Gong family. How can I be in the mood to face him? I can't wait to kick him out."
"Nonsense!" Li Wenshu frowned. "This marriage was arranged for me by Father. Since ancient times, it's the order of the parents and the words of the matchmaker. How can you say such things? If Father hears it, I'm afraid you'll get into trouble again. "
"I feel indignant for Sister."
"Stop talking!" Li Wenshu turned her head.
She didn't want to continue this topic.
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