The Melon-eating Swordsman In The Ancient Dragon World Chapter 154: A Treasured Mirror for Admiring Flowers - Novel Cool

Chapter 154: A Treasured Mirror for Admiring Flowers

Chapter 154: A Treasured Mirror for Admiring Flowers

Li Xinhuan remained silent, deciding to drown his sorrows in alcohol.

When faced with unsolvable problems, perhaps drinking could lead to finding a solution?

Unfortunately, even after getting drunk, Li Xinhuan couldn't find an answer.

...

Fortunately, Long Xiaoyun and Long Xiaoyun were not at Xingyun Manor.

As Lin Lingling recounted the events of the past few years with Lin Xian'er, Lin Shiyin was also surprised. "Xian'er... she's actually that kind of person?"

Li Xinhuan cleared his throat awkwardly. "She's still a child. You've dismissed all the maids these past two years and lived a rather frugal life. I think it's more appropriate for her to stay here, and she's quite clever and can keep you company."

He didn't mention the matter of Long Xiaoyun and his son.

A glint of warmth flashed in Lin Shiyin's eyes as she felt the concern, and she held Lin Lingling's hand. "You can stay here. From now on, this will be your home."

Lin Lingling also sensed Lin Shiyin's sincerity and nodded repeatedly with a smile. "I can cook, do laundry, make the beds, and more. If you have any requests, feel free to let me know!"

"What about that cross-eyed butler?" You Longsheng suddenly asked. "Why didn't I see him when we came over this time?"

Lin Shiyin paused upon hearing this and then recalled that he was Lin Xian'er's father. But if Lin Xian'er was that kind of person...

"He said that an elderly relative passed away back in his hometown, so he returned to mourn," Lin Shiyin replied slowly.

You Longsheng nodded and smiled. "Looks like he got the message and made a timely escape."

Li Xinhuan sighed as he thought about his previous conversation with the cross-eyed butler. "I didn't even realize..."

You Longsheng continued, "That's only natural."

Li Xinhuan smiled bitterly. "Have you developed a liking for putting me down?"

You Longsheng shook his head. "No, I'm just stating facts. If speaking the truth hurts your feelings, then I apologize."

Li Xinhuan sighed. "If only you could refrain from speaking."

Seeing Li Xinhuan's dejected expression, Lin Shiyin felt a rare sense of happiness and couldn't help but ask, "Are... are you going to stay as well?"

Li Xinhuan stiffened at her words, and Lin Shiyin caught the expression in his eyes, a hint of disappointment flashing in her own.

"Would... would that be appropriate?" Li Xinhuan asked.

Lin Shiyin's heart skipped a beat. "This... this is your home..."

The two fell silent again, the atmosphere between them ambiguous and awkward.

"Right, what about Long Xiaodi?" You Longsheng suddenly broke the silence, changing the subject. "I didn't see him this time either. Where is he?"

Li Xinhuan turned abruptly and looked directly at You Longsheng.

A shadow crossed Lin Shiyin's eyes, and a barrier rose once more in her heart. "His... his father came back and took him away."

At this point, Lin Shiyin suddenly noticed Li Xinhuan's expression and paused, then blurted out, "You've seen them?"

Li Xinhuan's eyes flickered, and he subconsciously denied it. "No!"

The two held each other's gaze, but Li Xinhuan was the first to look away. Lin Shiyin's disappointment was palpable, and she felt her energy drain away. "Are they going after you?"

Lin Shiyin murmured, "Did I do something wrong again?"

Li Xinhuan spoke gently. "You didn't do anything wrong. This matter has nothing to do with you."

Tears welled up in Lin Shiyin's eyes. "No, I did something wrong. I've been making mistakes... I should have taught Xiao Yun better. I should have ensured Xiao Yun a peaceful life..."

Li Xinhuan's expression turned gloomy. "I'm sorry."

"No!" Lin Shiyin said. "It's me who should apologize. Actually, there's something I've been hiding from you."

Li Xinhuan looked at Lin Shiyin, puzzled.

You Longsheng, on the other hand, pulled Ding Baiyun to sit properly and prepared to enjoy the show.

"There is indeed a secret martial arts manual in Xingyun Manor," Lin Shiyin said.

"Oh?"

"Back when you went beyond the border, a person by the name of Wang Lianhua visited Li Garden and asked me to pass on a manual to you. It's called the 'Lianhua Treasured Mirror'." Lin Shiyin explained.

Li Xinhuan exclaimed in surprise, "What?!?"

The name Wang Lianhua certainly rang a bell; he was a figure who had shaken the world decades ago, perhaps even more famous than Shen Lang in his time.

"I... I didn't want you to immerse yourself completely in martial arts and the affairs of the jianghu, so... so I hid that book and didn't tell you about it. Later on, I felt even more hesitant to bring it up..." Lin Shiyin said, her head lowered.

That year, Li Xinhuan was in the prime of his youth, and Lin Shiyin was a young girl experiencing the blossoming of love.

During that time, although Li Xinhuan was romantically involved with Lin Shiyin, he still spent most of his days immersed in cultivating his martial arts and wandering the jianghu. The slightly dissatisfied Lin Shiyin, who longed for more time with Li Xinhuan, couldn't be blamed for her feelings.

While the 'Lianhua Treasured Mirror' was a manual that could stir up storms of blood and steel for others, to Lin Shiyin back then, it was merely a book that prevented Li Xinhuan from spending more time with her. Moreover, Li Xinhuan intended to search for the manual's successor, which would only result in him leaving her side more frequently.

But why did Lin Shiyin choose to reveal this now?

Lin Shiyin hesitated, "After Little Yun lost his martial arts, he became very dejected, so..."

Li Xinhuan asked in disbelief, "That 'Lianhua Treasured Mirror' has a method to restore one's martial arts?"

Lin Shiyin nodded, "I'm sorry, I didn't expect that Little Yun would..."

"It's fine." Li Xinhuan shook his head. "It's not your fault, it's mine. If not for me..."

If not for Li Xinhuan making Lin Shiyin feel so insecure, and if Long Xiaoyun had been more dependable, Lin Shiyin wouldn't have placed all her hopes on Long Xiaoyun.

She just wanted Long Xiaoyun to be able to protect himself!

A mother's love for her child was something that no one could fault.

You Longsheng whispered to Ding Baiyun, "This tragic drama is so different from what we've seen before. Are you getting used to it?"

Ding Baiyun whispered back, "Keep your voice down, Li Xinhuan can hear you."

Li Xinhuan, "...'

With the mention of Long Xiaoyun, and the sudden reappearance of Long Xiaoyun after two years of disappearance, a thick wall now stood between Li Xinhuan and Lin Shiyin. This was beyond their control, a consequence of the mistakes they had made in the past.

Unless...

Don't think about it! Thinking further down this path could lead to trouble!

"I'll be staying at Sun Tuozi's small inn in the back alley." Li Xinhuan forced a smile, his regretful gaze filled with tenderness, "And I'll be visiting often from now on."

Lin Shiyin looked at Li Xinhuan, and a rare smile appeared on her face as well, "Good!"

No matter what, she knew he was nearby and would visit frequently, and that was enough to satisfy her. Moreover... now that she knew where he would be, she could take the initiative to find him, couldn't she?

Ding Baiyun pouted, "What's with all the drama? Why can't they be more straightforward?"

"It's already not bad." You Longsheng spread his hands, "After all, they already have a child. Given Lin Shiyin's personality, she wouldn't be able to bring herself to divorce him. Besides..."

You Longsheng bluntly addressed Lin Shiyin, "I've heard that the 'Lianhua Treasured Mirror' encompasses a wide range of knowledge and contains all sorts of novel abilities. I'm extremely curious; could I take a look and broaden my horizons?"

After all, he had helped them reconcile and reunite; surely letting him take a look at a book wouldn't be a problem?

(End of Chapter)

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