"In the past, Old Master Dong's house was diagonally opposite our Ling Family's mansion, so Little Aunt knew Third Uncle from a young age. At that time, she would come to our house whenever she had something to do. As long as Third Uncle was home, she couldn't bear to leave and would always hang around Third Uncle …"
On the way, Ling Xiu didn't forget to tell Ling Yun about the past. At this point, she even turned her head and gave Ling Yun a "you know" look.
So that was it!
Ling Yun finally understood that Dong Ruolan and his father were childhood sweethearts. Twenty years ago, Ling Xiao was in his prime. He was handsome and handsome, and he could be said to be famous in Beijing. Dong Ruolan was at the age where she was yearning for love. How could she not be moved?
Ling Xiao was Dong Ruolan's first love. But what kind of person was Ling Xiao? He was obsessed with cultivating martial arts all day long. The degree of obsession was even greater than the current Ling Feng. Why would he be moved by an ordinary girl next door who didn't know martial arts?
Ling Xiu continued, "However, Third Uncle had always treated Little Aunt like a younger sister. He didn't have any other feelings for her, and Little Aunt must have known that she wouldn't have any chance. Thus, she could only bury her feelings for Third Uncle deep in her heart. She only hoped that she could see Third Uncle one more time."
Ling Yun let out a deep sigh. It turned out that from the beginning, it was a case of falling flowers being sentimental but unrequited love. How could this not be a tragedy?
"However, as you know, eighteen years ago, there was a huge case involving Third Uncle and Aunt Yin. At that time, it shook the whole of Beijing and even the top forces in Huaxia …
"Those so-called righteous sects in the pugilistic world, along with the Devil Sect, massacred the Ling Family in one night. That year, Big Sister was only five years old!"
Ling Xiu gritted her teeth at this point. "Every time I think about this, I feel that Ling Zhen is really despicable. Even if I cut him into a thousand pieces, it wouldn't be enough to appease my hatred!
"That night, apart from Ling Zhen, everyone in the Ling Family, regardless of age or gender, fought to the death. Grandpa's uncles and brothers were all the pillars of the Ling Family, but they all died in that battle! There were a total of five male branches in the Ling Family, and in the end, only our grandfather's branch remained. "
He now knew why only his grandfather's bloodline was left. Ling Zhen was the instigator of the battle that night, so he naturally tried his best to protect himself. That was why his injuries were the lightest. His father, Ling Xiao, was the key to all of this, and he had the protection of his mother, Yin Qingxuan. That was why the enemy wouldn't kill him until the last moment. Second Uncle, Ling Yue, was probably at a lower cultivation level than even one of the Ling Family's loyalists. He wouldn't have been able to participate in that kind of battle, so he was able to preserve his life.
"When our Ling Family's battle strength was almost completely wiped out, the Long Family's people finally appeared and guaranteed for our Ling Family. Then, the other party made those three requests, which were supervised by the Long Family."
Firstly, Ling Xiao and Yin Qingxuan swore that they would completely sever all ties with each other and that they would never have any contact with each other in this life.
Second, Ling Xiao would destroy his dantian and cripple his martial arts, turning him into a cripple.
Third, Ling Xiao would have to marry someone else immediately, and he was only allowed to marry an ordinary woman. They would also have to consummate their marriage and have a child within a year.
Ling Yun didn't even need to think about the last condition. It was definitely made by the people from the Devil Sect in order to completely sever any thoughts of Ling Xiao and Yin Qingxuan. This was a form of coercion and humiliation.
"After that night, our Ling Family fell, and Third Uncle became a cripple. Among the top forces in Huaxia, who would be willing to marry Third Uncle?
"It was also after that that Little Aunt remained loyal to Third Uncle as usual. At the same time, she made it clear to her father that she was willing to marry, and that she wouldn't marry anyone other than Third Uncle.
"The Dong Family is diagonally opposite our house. Every time we open the door, we can see the shadows of our blades and hear the cries of killing. Of course, Old Master Dong knew that something big had happened to our Ling Family.
"Old Master Dong understood my Third Uncle's character, so he knew that if Little Aunt were to marry Third Uncle, it would be equivalent to jumping into a pit of fire. It would ruin her happiness for the rest of her life. Of course, he strongly opposed it, but no matter how much he opposed it, he couldn't beat Little Aunt's willingness."
At this point, Ling Xiu sighed. "As for the rest, you know it all.
"Third Uncle and Little Aunt got married and had Xiao Xue a year later. But Third Uncle did that just to protect the Ling Family. His heart has always been with Aunt Yin. It can be said that he is loyal and loyal."
"Because of that, Little Aunt naturally widowed … suffered for more than ten years."
Ling Xiu swallowed the last two words of widowhood and said, "As Ling Xue grew more sensible, she realized how she was born, so …"
The events of the past were simply intertwined.
"Old Master Dong couldn't bear to see Little Aunt suffer, so after Ling Xue was born, he moved to the suburbs southwest of Beijing, far away from the Ling Family.
"However, Old Master Dong was really a good person. He blamed Third Uncle, but he didn't hate the Ling Family. Even though Third Uncle treated Little Aunt badly, he only treated it as a matter between the two of them. He never made any requests of the Ling Family. He didn't visit us for fifteen years, but when the Ling Family was in a precarious situation, he was willing to go bankrupt to help us in our time of need.
"That's why I respect him very much."
Ling Yun was really shocked after listening to this!
He nodded silently, and he immediately made a decision in his heart.
Ling Xiu drove the sports car west along the North 5th Ring Road. After about ten kilometers, she turned south and followed the West 5th Ring Road all the way south. She drove the sports car very fast, and she overtook all the cars along the way.
On the Fifth Ring Road, after drawing a big half circle around Beijing, she turned left, onto the South 4th Ring Road, and continued heading east.
After five o 'clock in the afternoon, there wasn't any traffic outside Beijing. The first part only took twenty minutes, but the traffic got a little more congested as they drove further in. The two of them only arrived at Dong Shanchuan's house at six o' clock.
Dong Shanchuan's house was in the southwest corner of Beijing, outside the South 4th Ring Road. It was close to the World Park, and the environment here was very good. It was surrounded by dense forests, and a medium-sized manor sat in the middle of it. It was very secluded.
"Here, this is the place."
Ling Xiu stopped the car and pointed to the entrance of the manor.
Ling Yun had already released his divine sense to check out the situation inside the manor. At this moment, Dong Shanchuan, Dong Ruolan, and Ling Xue were all there.
Dong Shanchuan and Ling Xue were sitting in the living room of the north house, chatting. Dong Ruolan was busy in the kitchen, obviously preparing dinner.
"Grandpa Dong, Ling Yun and I are here to wish you a happy birthday."
The two of them got out of the car, and Ling Xiu shouted loudly without any hesitation.
"Aiya, my sister is here!"
Ling Xue's beautiful eyes lit up when she heard the commotion, and she rushed out immediately.
"Sister … Uh …"
Ling Xue came to the door and called out to Ling Xiu first. However, she was stunned when she saw Ling Yun standing beside her, and she didn't know what to say.
"Ling Xue, what's wrong? Don't you know how to greet your brother? Call him Brother. "
This time, Ling Xiu brought out the demeanor of a big sister. She was very serious, and she asked Ling Xue to call him Brother.
"Brother … Brother … You, why are you here?"
It was extremely difficult for Ling Xue to call him Brother. This was the first time she called him Brother to his face. It wasn't because of what Ling Xiu said, but because she was shocked that Ling Yun would come.
That was because Ling Xiao had never been here in the past ten years. It wasn't because he wasn't filial, but because Grandpa Dong didn't allow him to come.
Ling Xiu's face was tense, but she heaved a sigh of relief when she heard Ling Xue finally call her Brother. It wasn't easy!
"Hehe, Grandpa Dong is our family. How can I not come for his birthday? Moreover, I'm the head of the Ling Family. If I don't come, wouldn't our Ling Family be lacking in etiquette? "
Ling Yun didn't mind Ling Xue calling him Brother unwillingly. That was because he knew that Ling Xue would be closer to him than anyone else when he left.
"Good, good, well said. Please come in!"
At this time, Grandpa Dong also came out of the house. He was obviously very excited as he walked in front of the three of them and invited them in directly.
Moreover, Ling Yun was here for his birthday today. No matter how awkward Grandpa Dong's relationship with Ling Yun was, Grandpa Dong wouldn't give him any face.
Of course, the most important point was that Dong Ruolan had already told him that Ling Yun was a righteous person. He was trying his best to bring her and Ling Xiao together so that they could be a normal couple.
Therefore, Grandpa Dong wasn't only happy about Ling Yun's actions, but he was also very impressed. He naturally expressed his welcome.
"Aiya, Ling Yun is here. This is really … really …"
Dong Ruolan also heard it. She didn't even bother to wash her hands as she ran out of the kitchen and ran all the way over.
Seeing that it was really Ling Yun, she was so excited that she couldn't even speak coherently.
"Hello, Auntie Dong."
Ling Yun was very polite as he greeted Dong Ruolan.
"Hey, hey, come in quickly. Let's talk in the house. Ling Xue, come in quickly and make new tea for your Brother. "
Dong Ruolan went forward and grabbed Ling Yun's hand. She was so excited that she forgot about Ling Xiu.
"Auntie, really!"
Ling Xiu was very jealous and resentful.
The five of them quickly arrived at the living room of the north house. After taking their seats, Ling Yun looked around and went straight to the point.
"Auntie Dong, go and wash your hands first. Other than to celebrate Grandpa Dong's birthday, I also have a gift for you."
"Aiya, child, it's good enough that you're here. Why do you have to give me a gift … I don't want it. I'll go and cook for you."
Ling Yun stood up and smiled. "Auntie Dong, you have to accept this gift because my father specially asked me to give it to you."
Dong Ruolan was stunned on the spot!
They had been married for seventeen years. When had Ling Xiao ever specially given her a gift?
"Auntie, go and wash your hands. You'll definitely like this gift!"
Ling Xiu knew what Ling Yun wanted to give her. She smiled and urged Dong Ruolan. This was also the reason why she dared to scold Ling Xue just now.
While Dong Ruolan was washing her hands, Ling Yun took out the jade bottle containing the two types of elixirs in front of Dong Shanchuan and Ling Xue. He took one of each, the Beauty Pill and the Beauty Pill.
When Dong Ruolan returned to the living room, Ling Yun handed the Beauty Pill that was glowing purple to her.
"Auntie Dong, try this."
"What … What is this?" Dong Ruolan asked curiously as she took the elixir with some hesitation.
Ling Yun smiled. "Won't you know after you try it? This is a gift from Father. He told me to watch you eat it. Otherwise, I won't be able to explain myself when I go back. "
Once she heard that it was a gift from Ling Xiao, Dong Ruolan wouldn't hesitate to swallow it even if it was poison. Therefore, she smiled happily and directly swallowed the pill.
Half a minute later.
Dong Shanchuan was dumbfounded. Ling Xue was speechless. Both of them looked at Dong Ruolan's shocking transformation.
"Ruolan, you … you … you …"
Dong Shanchuan only recovered after a long time. He stood there and pointed at Dong Ruolan's face with a trembling finger. Tears streamed down his face!
In the blink of an eye, his daughter had turned into the way she was before she got married!
"Auntie Dong, it's my father's fault that he delayed you for eighteen years. Now, I'll return those eighteen years to you on his behalf. I'll let you start over!"
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F * ck, it's a festive occasion. This chapter even moved me.
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