You have asked for permission to marry, why should I restrain myself?

Chapter 233 She smiles sweetly to other men, but always looks cold to him

Eyes facing each other.

There was a hint of doubt and accusation in the girl Jian Shuiqiu's eyes, as well as disappointment in the person she trusted.

Lin Kaiji looked at her for a while, then said:

"It's Big Brother's fault."

Lin Zhaoyue said nothing, turned around and continued to work on what she was doing.

Cut the braised lamb tripe, lamb intestines and lamb liver and put them into the noodles. After scooping out all the noodle soup, sprinkle a handful of chopped green onions on top.

"Brother, the noodles are ready."

Lin Zhaoyue cooked the noodles, brought them to Lin Kaiji, and sat down opposite him.

Lin Kaiji picked up the noodles, put them in his mouth, and chewed them carefully.

The noodles are of uniform thickness and very chewy, the soup is rich and fragrant, the taste is mellow, and there is a hint of onion aroma. It is very delicious.

"Zhao Zhao is a good cook."

Lin Kaiji praised it and finally drank up all the food and the soup.

After eating the noodles, Lin Zhaoyue sent Lin Kaiji back.

The next day, Lin Zhaoyue didn't see the maid again.

She only rested for five days, and everything seemed to have been fast-forwarded.

I heard that when the eldest brother was on a military patrol, he encountered bandits on the way. Yan Xiao used his life to block a knife for him, and now he has become a celebrity in front of him.

My sister had proposed to the Chen family and exchanged engagement letters, but because time was too tight, they had to get engaged first, and the engagement party was exactly ten days later.

In a carriage heading to Beizhou City.

Pei Jing, dressed in red, looked dazed and felt a sharp pain in his heart when he heard the news that Lin Wan was going to get engaged.

The man next to him saw how heartbroken he was, chuckled, took the letter, glanced at it, and then put on a nonchalant smile.

"See! This is the freedom you gave her. You let her go two years ago. Do you think she will remember your kindness?"

"Pei Jing, she's getting married. She doesn't want you or me anymore. Are you happy? These things we brought can be her wedding gifts."

Pei Jingjunlang's face was full of pain, like a cornered beast, his eyes were red, his voice was hoarse, as if he would cry in the next moment. He clenched his fists and looked helplessly at the face that looked exactly like him:

"Brother, I don't want to let go. I don't want to lose her."

Seeing his expression, Pei Yanli said seriously:

"Will you still be soft-hearted in the future?"

Pei Jing nodded and shook his head.

Pei Yanli saw that he was hesitating, and his voice became a little harsh:

"Are you still soft-hearted?"

"Pei Jing, if you are soft-hearted you will lose her..."

If the price of being soft-hearted is losing her, then he doesn't want it.

Pei Jing's eyes gradually changed from wavering to firm.

"I won't. I won't be soft-hearted again."

Hearing Pei Jing's words, Pei Yanli's eyes flashed with admiration, and his eyes gradually deepened.

"Don't worry, she can't escape!"

The intention of deliberately choosing the time of their arrival to get engaged is obvious.

Hide from them?

Did she think that once she got married, they wouldn't be able to do anything to her?

It's just an engagement. Even if she gets engaged and married, he will take the girl he likes back from her, even if she is someone else's wife.

Pei Yanli looked at the letter paper in his hand, rubbed it with his fingertips, and crushed it.

But this time, she succeeded in angering him...

……

When Lin Zhaoyue entered the military camp again, Lin Kaiji took "Yan Xiao" with him almost everywhere he went.

Even when she finished repairing the pool and Lin Kaiji came to congratulate her, he was there.

His arms were wrapped in thick gauze, and his dark pupils were indifferent. When he looked at her, he was looking at her as if she were a stranger, as if he didn't know her.

"That's enough. Let Xiaoba and the others release the water and try."

The military camp was far from the water source, and one had to ride horses back and forth.

They built a small reservoir with stones and yellow mud at the water source, and dug a canal directly to the reservoir.

In order to prevent pollution or other animals from excreting into the water, Lin Zhaoyue found a bamboo tree similar to bamboo, hollowed out the branches, connected them together, and placed them in the canal. If there was no problem with water flow, she would bury them.

After hearing Lin Zhaoyue's words, Xiao Qi rode his horse towards the reservoir.

During the break, Lin Kaiji watched her from the side, and other soldiers also gathered around. They had all contributed to the pool to some extent, and now they were all waiting for the water to flow. What would happen?

Seeing that Lin Zhaoyue's forehead was sweating, Lin Kaiji took out a handkerchief and wiped the sweat off her face naturally.

Yan Xiao on the side frowned, but quickly regained his composure.

"Brother, I can do it myself."

Lin Zhaoyue took the handkerchief from his hand, and Lin Kaiji didn't say anything.

At this moment, there was the sound of flowing water, and someone shouted:

"Here it comes, the water is coming."

As soon as the voice fell, everyone's attention was focused on the water entrance.

When everyone saw the clear water flowing continuously from the bamboo trees, they were happy and surprised.

There are strong winds and sandstorms on the border, and the water contains a lot of sand. Most of the time, the water is turbid. Even if they draw water from a well, they have to leave it overnight. They often prepare the water for drinking overnight, and wait for the impurities in the water to sink before they boil the water to drink.

“This water is really clean.”

Someone took a bowl to get water and exclaimed:

"This is not sandy at all, can I drink it directly?"

Lin Zhaoyue nodded and said:

"You can drink it directly, but it would be better if you boil water to drink it."

When everyone heard that they could drink the water directly, they couldn't help but cheer.

This way they can save a lot of time.

"As expected of the general's sister, she has a very smart brain."

"How much time does this save us? We can take showers as much as we want in the future."

"Every time I boil water to drink, I'm no longer thirsty by the time I want to drink..."

Lin Zhaoyue listened to what they said.

I'm still very happy inside.

Her red lips curled slightly, but the smile on the corner of her mouth froze instantly when it met Xiao Yan's eyes.

Xiao Yan was looking at her, with unpredictable emotions in his eyes.

Lin Zhaoyue quickly looked away.

Lin Kaiji noticed Yan Xiao's eyes and frowned slightly.

He originally wanted to use Yan Xiao's feelings for Zhao Zhao to restrain him, but since Yan Xiao blocked the knife for him without hesitation last time, he treated him as a brother.

It was also hinted to him that there was no possibility for him and Lin Zhaoyue.

Is he still not giving up?

But Lin Kaiji didn't say anything, he just patted Yan Xiao on the shoulder and said:

"You are seriously injured and have not recovered yet. Go back and rest early."

Yan Xiao nodded, turned and left.

After Yan Xiao left, Lin Kaiji looked at Lin Zhaoyue and said:

"Zhao Zhao has helped big brother so much, what do you want?"

"The reservoir is not my own achievement. I just provided an idea. It is the result of everyone's efforts. Today happens to be the Double Ninth Festival? How about you treat everyone to a meal?"

When everyone heard this, they all cheered and made a fuss.

Lin Kaiji looked at Lin Zhaoyue helplessly and said:

"I've never seen you cheat me like this."

Then he looked at everyone and said:

"Today, the reservoir has been built and it is also the Double Ninth Festival. I am happy to pay for it myself so that everyone can have a bonfire banquet tonight. What do you think?"

"Well, the general is mighty."

"Thank you, General, and thank you, Miss Lin Er..."

……

A bonfire party was held in the evening. Duke Lin went back to the General's Mansion first, saying that he was old and needed to go back to be with his wife.

As night fell, a blazing bonfire was lit in the military camp, and sheep were placed on the bonfire one after another.

The soldiers sat around the campfire, laughing and talking happily. Some soldiers sang songs from their hometowns. The soldiers, who had been strictly trained in the past, relaxed for a rare time and ate happily.

In the main tent, the bonfire dinner had just begun. Lin Kaiji had just changed into his casual clothes when a solemn announcement came from outside the door:

"Sir, Captain Hull wants to see you."

Lin Kaiji let someone in.

"General."

Hull clasped his fists and bowed, with an embarrassed yet flattering smile on his face.

"Is something wrong?"

"General, I have something to do at home and need to go back. I'm afraid this bonfire banquet is..."

He was afraid that if he left the table rashly the general would have a different opinion of him, so he came to report to him.

"What happened at home?"

Lin Kaiji asked.

When Hull heard Lin Kaiji's question, his face darkened slightly and he said:

"I don't know what disease my wife has suddenly contracted, and she hasn't recovered yet. It's been a whole month, and now she is still bedridden. She has lost a lot of weight. I really can't do anything about it."

As he spoke, seeing Lin Kaiji frowning, fearing that Lin Kaiji was dissatisfied, Hull hurriedly said:

"But don't worry, General. There are people taking care of my family. I won't delay military affairs. Tonight is really..."

Before Hull finished speaking, he heard Lin Kaiji scolding him lightly:

"Why did you tell me such an important thing only now? Naturally, family is more important."

As he spoke, Lin Kaiji picked up a pen and wrote something on a piece of white paper. He then folded the paper and handed it to him, saying:

"The court doctor in my house has decent medical skills. Take this letter to the general's house and bring him to see your wife."

Hull's eyes became hot as he looked at the envelope in front of him.

"General..."

"Why are you hesitating? Why don't you just go?"

Hull took the envelope and suddenly knelt down with a plop:

"Thank you, General. From now on, I, Heer, will follow you till death!"

He'er's father, Hemon, once fought with Duke Lin and always followed him.

My father once said that as long as Duke Lin was still alive, their He family would only follow Duke Lin.

But now...

Duke Lin is old, and his father is old too. It is time for him to choose a new master for himself and his family.

Moreover, the general is the son of Duke Lin, and he believes that a good father will have a good son.

Lin Kaiji hurriedly helped Hull up and said with a frown:

"What are you doing? Get up."

Hull didn't get up, he just looked at Lin Kaiji and said solemnly:

"I remember all the kindness the general has shown me in the past. From now on, Hull will only recognize the general."

Lin Kaiji looked at him with some amusement and said:

"You are a captain of the Lin family army and a soldier of Anguo. Could it be that you recognize someone else?"

Although they did not say some things openly, they were tacitly aware of them in private.

Hull touched his nose, not knowing how to answer.

"Okay, I get it, just go ahead!"

"Thank you, General."

After Hull clasped his fists again to express his gratitude, he left with the letter Lin Kaiji gave him.

Lin Kaiji looked at his back, leisurely poured himself a cup of tea and drank it, his face full of visible joy.

"Congratulations, sir."

Ling Su said as he bowed.

Hull is quite prestigious in the army. With the support of Captain Hull, most of the generals who only recognize Duke Lin will submit to the young master.

"Let's have roast lamb."

Lin Kaiji's brows were relaxed with joy. After he finished speaking, he put down the teacup and walked out of the tent.

In addition to the soldiers in the barracks, many people also came tonight.

Cheng Wang, Chen Jing and Song Xinian also came.

After Cheng Wang came, he kept surrounding "Yan Xiao".

Although Cheng Wang saw that Lin Zhaoyue had some thoughts in her mind at the General's Mansion, he didn't dare to have any after being reprimanded by Lin Kaiji.

Today, he came here simply to make friends with Yan Xiao.

"Brother Yan, don't you think this is a wonderful fate? I didn't expect that in such a short period of time, you would also work under the general. So, it seems that we will be colleagues in the future?"

"Yan Xiao" heard this and turned to look at him:

"Colleagues?"

Cheng Wang looked at him with some surprise.

"Brother Yan, don't you know that I am also working for the general?"

"Yan Xiao" said with some doubt:

"Just you? Even the general likes you?"

Hearing Yan Xiao's words, Cheng Wang immediately couldn't hold back:

"Brother Yan, who are you looking down on? Look at the sheep in this military camp. Do you know where they came from? They are all from me."

"Yan Xiao" glanced at him and said:

"So you are the general's money bag?"

Then, as if to show off:

"I am now the general's right-hand man, and you are just an outsider."

He has only been with the general for a few days, but his chin is already raised to the sky.

How could Cheng Wang tolerate this?

I can't stand it any longer.

So he looked around for a while, then leaned close to Xiao Yan's ear and said:

"The general took me to Biangu. Have you been there?"

Although at that time he was just guarding outside the door.

But he had been there, and the general took him there.

Side valley?

"Yan Xiao"'s black eyes flickered slightly, and he subconsciously wanted to rub the jade ring on his hand, but when his fingertips felt empty, he remembered that he had taken off the jade ring in order to pretend to be Yan Xiao.

"Why? The general probably didn't take you with him!"

When Cheng Wang said this, there was a hint of pride in his tone.

"What are you talking about?"

Lin Kaiji's voice came, and the two turned around and saluted:

"General."

Cheng Wang tactfully gave up a seat to Lin Kaiji.

Lin Kaiji just glanced at them without sitting down. He looked at the two of them:

"What were you talking about just now? I saw you two acting like thieves from a distance."

Cheng Wang scratched his head awkwardly and said:

"Nothing, I just want to ask Brother Yan if the injury on his hand will affect his archery in the future. Cheng wants to practice with him a few more times."

Lin Kaiji looked at Yan Xiao, and when he saw Yan Xiao nod, he said:

"There will be many opportunities to spar with each other in the future. Eat and drink well tonight. No one will treat you. I'm going to Zhao Zhao's place now."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards Lin Zhaoyue.

After Lin Kaiji left, Cheng Wang couldn't help but say:

"The general is really a sister-loving maniac! If they weren't siblings, I would have thought Miss Lin was his wife."

Yan Xiao frowned and said:

"What nonsense are you talking about?"

As he spoke, Yan Xiao's gaze subconsciously turned to Lin Zhaoyue.

She was chatting happily with the guy named Song Xinian, and her red lips would curl up from time to time.

She would smile sweetly in front of other men, but always look cold to him.

Cheng Wang looked at him and laughed:

"Okay, stop looking. Miss Lin will never marry you. The Song guy has even less chance."

Seeing that he seemed to understand everything, Yan Xiao said:

"Why?"

Cheng Wang looked at him in surprise:

"You don't even know this?"