C4 (1/2)

Duke Liu, more accurately speaking, was the honorific title given to the previous Duke, Liu Chen.

A hundred years ago, the previous Duke, Liu Chen, had helped the then King conquer half of the river. His Majesty trusted him greatly, and had given him the title of the sole hereditary Duke.

Originally, the king had wanted to confer him the title of commander in chief in the army. Back then, Liu Chen had refused and said that he was tired of fighting and that he wanted to live in seclusion to pursue the pinnacle of martial arts.

Thus, the king took a step back and conferred the title of commander of the imperial city's defense army, using this to protect the imperial family.

He had even given him the largest estate in the imperial capital, aside from the imperial palace.

Thus, Liu Chen had a very high reputation within the imperial city.

However, very few people had seen him ever since. Even the king rarely saw him. It was said that Liu Chen was too engrossed in martial arts and was cultivating in seclusion in his mansion.

Not long after that, when the current Duke, Liu Shang, had just reached adulthood, Liu Chen let him inherit the dukedom and assume the responsibility of the city's defense. From then on, no one saw Liu Chen appear within the imperial city.

Some people said that he had failed to break through and died many years ago. Some people even said that he was still in closed-door cultivation and was about to break through to the Saint realm. Everyone had different opinions about Liu Chen's legend. Other than the current Duke Liu, no one knew the truth behind it.

As a result, his predecessor, Great Duke Liu, became the most mysterious existence in the Big Dipper City. In fact, it had already become a legend among the people.

At the Duke's Mansion's entrance, at this moment, more than ten maids and servants were standing on both sides of the street, in the middle of which stood a white-haired old man. With a benevolent smile on his face and his hands clasped behind his back, he was quietly waiting for the beast carriage approaching the entrance.

Not long after, the carriage stopped in front of the Duke's Mansion, surrounded by soldiers, maids, and servants.

The soldiers started to consciously stand guard in the surrounding area, while the maid servants who were surrounding the beast chariot also consciously returned to their respective queues, preparing to welcome the Liu siblings as they got off the beast chariot.

The leading general jumped down from his unicorn and walked quickly to where Uncle Fu was kneeling on one knee. He respectfully said, ”Butler Fu, I have not failed in my mission and have brought the young miss and young master here safely. Do you have any other orders?”

”En ~” Uncle Fu smiled, nodded his head and said, ”You have done well in this matter. Duke will remember your achievement today, now you can go back and busy yourself.”

”Yes!” This lowly general will take his leave! ” The leader of the soldiers cupped his fist and mounted his unicorn. He then led the city guards down the road.

The carriage door slowly opened, and the elder scanned the surrounding maids and servants.

Immediately, the maids and servants on both sides of the aisle all knelt down. ”Welcome Miss, Young Master home.”

Below the car, Jing Xin bowed to stand on the side of the door, Liu Xu led Chen Hui's hand under Jing Xin's arm to slow down to the car.

After they had stabilized themselves, the maid, Xiao Lan, who had been waiting for a while, walked over and stretched out her hand to Chen Hui. She whispered, ”Young Master …” We should go back. ”

Seeing Xiao Lan extend her hand towards him, Chen Hui immediately understood what she meant.

After avoiding Xiao Lan's hand, he hurriedly hid behind Liu Xu and looked at her with a pleading look.

When he finally got out, he didn't want to go back to that dark room.

Having guessed that Liu Xu might be her elder sister and that she seemed to like him a lot, Chen Hui decided to ask Liu Xu to help him.

Liu Xu finally understood his eyes once, and smiled to show her comfort.

He said coldly to Little Lan, ”Where are you bringing my little brother?”

”Yes.” It was the Duke that said that as soon as the young lord came back, he had to bring the young lord back to his room … ” Xiao Lan stammered.

”I will tell Father, you don't have to worry about it.” Liu Xu said coldly.

”But …” Yes. ”Yes.” Xiao Lan was so frightened that she started to stutter. She wanted to say something, but she couldn't open her mouth.

Seeing Xiao Lan in such a state, Chen Hui could not bear to do so. After all, Xiao Lan usually took care of him with all her heart. Although she wouldn't stay in the room after washing up for him, he could see the love in her eyes.

Extending a small hand to comfort her, Chen Hui followed Liu Xu and walked forward.

Xiao Lan was stunned for a moment, and subconsciously looked up at his back, her face showing a trace of astonishment, thinking, ”Was the young master comforting me just now? The young master is so sensible, what a pity... The Lord Duke, he … ”

Thinking of this, she secretly made up her mind that she must take good care of Chen Hui in the future.

Liu Xu brought Chen Hui in front of Uncle Fu, smiled and said, ”Uncle Fu, why did you come out yourself?” ”How could I dare to let the servants welcome me?”

Uncle Fu happily said, ”Miss, this won't do. Old Duke Meng is praising you, even though you don't want me as your servant.” However, being respectful and orderly was not something that could be messed up. Furthermore, Miss has not returned home for seven years, and the young master is still here. As he spoke of Chen Hui, Uncle Fu even looked at him lovingly.

”Seriously, why do you keep saying those kinds of words? ”You are a member of our family, and besides, you are going to get angry with this kind of girl. Oh right, Uncle Fu, where are father and mother?” Liu Xu asked.

”Heh heh, miss, what family do you mean by 'no family'? It would make people laugh if they were to hear it. Your Grace, he is waiting for you in the antechamber. Miss will know once you enter. ”

”Okay, then I'll go to the front hall and look for them.” Liu Xu held Chen Hui's hand and was about to walk towards the mansion.

Uncle Fu said awkwardly, ”Miss, it's alright if you go, but if Young Master goes …” I'm afraid … ”Will Lord Duke be unhappy …”

”Why would Father be unhappy? Did something happen at home while I was away? ” Liu Xu frowned.

”This... This old one is also inconvenient to explain, just go in and ask the Duke. ” Uncle Fu said awkwardly.

”Oh, alright then. I'll go in and ask Father myself.” Liu Xu nodded and walked towards the door with Chen Hui. Uncle Fu hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and sighed. He followed behind the two as they walked towards the door.

After walking for about a quarter of an hour, they made a long detour around Liu Xu before finally arriving at the front hall.