Sui and Tang Dynasties: You were driven out of Wagang, but you surrendered to Yang Guang and were ma

Chapter 397 Yang Lin's Campaign Against Qin Qiong

"This must be Zhen'er and Yan'er's little sister, right?"

Yang Ruyi unfolded the second portrait. The scroll fell down, revealing a young face that still had a childlike appearance but delicate features.

The painting depicts a young girl with her hair in a silver brocade dress and a neat single ponytail.

Although still young, a hint of dashing and heroic spirit already lingers between his brows.

"Let me see! Let me see them all!"

Lu Yan couldn't wait any longer, so he stood on tiptoe and craned his neck to get closer to the portrait.

His eyes shone as if he had discovered some rare treasure.

His older brother always used his age to his advantage and would lecture him endlessly, leaving him no chance to talk back.

Now that he finally has a younger brother or sister, doesn't that mean he's entitled to act like an older brother?

No, it's not about putting on airs.

That's called discipline, that's called acting like an older brother!

"Here you go, here you go."

Seeing his grandson's impatient look, Yang Guang smiled and handed him the scroll, his eyes full of doting affection.

"Big brother, you've come too!"

Clutching the scroll, Lü Yan approached Lü Zhen like a treasure, holding the portrait high in the air.

Lu Zhen silently shifted his gaze, which fell on the small figure in the painting.

He observed carefully, not missing a single detail, from his eyebrows and eyes to the bridge of his nose, from his face shape to his expression.

Although the child in the painting is young, his features are already faintly discernible, and he looks very much like his father.

In particular, his upright and dignified demeanor was exactly like his father's, and even at such a young age, one could already see some of the character he would later possess.

Lu Zhen looked at it for a moment, then silently looked away.

But his thoughts drifted far away. He thought of Yang Lin, the Prince of Kao Shan, the old man who never married and dedicated his life to the Sui Dynasty.

For some reason, the thought that this younger brother was raised by the Prince of Kao Shan made me feel uneasy.

But he also had some desire for that position, so he felt a little guilty.

Perhaps this is the meaning of "one is influenced by one's company."

If he had been raised by the Prince of Kao Shan from a young age, how could he have developed such peculiar thoughts?

I just hope that if things really come to that, the brothers won't kill each other.

"My younger sister's name is Lü Jing, and she is elegant and talented. My older brother's name is Lü Heng, and he is gentle and principled."

Yang Ruyi carefully put the scroll away, her movements as gentle as if she were handling some rare treasure.

"My husband, you are so lucky."

She turned her head to look at Lü Xiao, her eyes overflowing with tenderness.

Having a son and a daughter makes a perfect family, a blessing that many people yearn for but cannot attain.

Especially Lü Heng, that child is destined to inherit the throne of the Prince of Kao Shan.

The land of Dengzhou, including its troops, supplies, and provisions, all fell into the hands of the Lü family.

When Lü Zhen eventually reaches that position, can this younger brother just stand by and do nothing?

"You are all my blessing."

After looking at the portrait, Lü Xiao's facial features softened somewhat.

Having fought for many years, rolled countless times in the clash of swords, and walked the line between life and death countless times, he thought he had long since hardened his heart to the point of iron.

Seeing the two children I had never met in the portrait still touched a little part of my heart.

He was relieved that Sister Yu'er took good care of the child.

But when will I be able to see him in person?

"Husband, please read this letter."

Yang Ruyi handed over the letter, but did not open it as eagerly as before.

She deliberately dragged out her words, a mischievous smile playing on her lips: "What if it's a love letter from the child's mother? I wouldn't dare read it carelessly, lest I upset you."

"Are you afraid of that?"

Lu Xiao was amused by her sarcastic tone, reached out and took the letter, and quickly tore open the seal.

Upon opening the letter, he discovered that it was not Yang Yu'er's handwriting, but rather Yang Lin's.

The handwriting on the letter was vigorous and powerful, each stroke carrying the unique composure and fortitude of a veteran general.

The contents of the letter were quite simple.

With peace and tranquility surrounding Dengzhou, he, the Prince of the Mountain, is sitting in the rear, feeling rather bored.

The letter mentioned that he was the Prince of Kaoshan of the Sui Dynasty and Qin Qiong's former adoptive father.

Although they later fell out, this identity remains and can never be erased.

Now, that adopted son occupies a prefecture or county of the Sui Dynasty, commands an army, and is gradually gaining power.

As the godfather, he should also fulfill his responsibilities as a godfather.

"It seems that Prince Kao Shan wants to settle things with Qin Qiong."

After reading the letter, Lü Xiao frowned slightly and then handed it to Yang Guang.

"The old imperial uncle is also human, and he can also misjudge people at times."

Yang Guang took the letter, but did not rush to read it.

He stood with his hands behind his back, his tone tinged with emotion.

He didn't learn about Qin Qiong's affairs from Lü Xiao.

Back when the old imperial uncle adopted Qin Qiong as his godson, he had written to him.

It is said that this young man is of noble character and possesses superb martial arts skills, making him worthy of great responsibility.

At that time, the old imperial uncle probably really felt like he had struck gold.

Unfortunately, those things happened later, and the matter was left unresolved.

"Your Majesty, should I go?"

After considering it for a moment, Lü Xiao asked the question that had been bothering him.

The letter made no mention of asking for his help, only saying that Yang Lin wanted to settle things himself.

He didn't know if Yang Lin was being considerate of him, wanting him to avoid the fatigue of his continuous battles, or if he had other intentions.

"The old imperial uncle did not send you to help, surely out of consideration for your campaigns and to allow you some rest."

Yang Guang withdrew his gaze, glanced at Lü Xiao, and his tone carried a rare hint of heartache.

This kid fought all over the Sui Dynasty, from east to west and north to south, without ever stopping for a moment.

He's finally returned to Dongdu with great difficulty, and hasn't even had a chance to settle in. If he were to be sent to Hebei again, it would be too heartless of him as the father-in-law.

"Fortunately, Hebei is not too far from the Eastern Capital. If something really happens, your horse is fast and you can get there in two or three days."

He thought for a moment and then offered another word of comfort to Lü Xiao.

"Your Majesty is right."

Lü Xiao nodded and did not insist further.

He noticed that the letter also mentioned a person, a young man surnamed Jiang.

The person who could be regarded differently by Yang Lin and specifically mentioned in his letter must be no ordinary person.

In this era, there aren't many powerful people with the surname Jiang. Counting them up, there's only one name that people mention repeatedly.

Jiang Song is the foremost of the Four Masters.

This person is not as strong as Li Yuanba, who could overcome skill with brute force.

However, his superb marksmanship and skillful technique were enough to make up for his lack of strength.

To be recognized as the foremost of the Four Greats in this era teeming with fierce warriors, he must possess extraordinary abilities.

It seems that Yang Lin was not entirely without confidence on this trip.

"Shall we go home then?"

When Yang Ruyi heard that Lü Xiao no longer needed to go to Hebei, her tense shoulders immediately relaxed, and she couldn't hide the smile on her face.

Although her husband was going out to fight for the country, she understood this and never said anything more.

How could a wife not worry?

Now that she heard he could stay in Dongdu for a while longer, she was happier than anyone else.