Published: August 16, 2025
Chapter 114: Yan Ge’s Infatuation
Han Li finally settled down to rest in a side room at the back of the Mo Residence. Mo Caihuan, being perceptive, didn’t stay long and soon took her leave. Her sudden change into a very ladylike demeanor caught Han Li somewhat off guard.
Not yet clear about the attitude of the people in the Mo Residence toward him or whether there was still danger lurking, Han Li didn’t truly fall asleep the entire night but only dozed lightly on the bed.
The next morning, when Han Li was still groggy, a loud knocking came from outside the door—“Bang! Bang!”
“Could it be that little demoness again?” Han Li frowned but quickly shook his head. “Such a steady knock is definitely not Mo Caihuan’s style. Besides, there can’t be many people who know I’m staying here.”
Curious, Han Li washed his face with a towel and opened the door. Standing outside was a young man in his twenties with thick eyebrows and bright eyes.
Upon seeing Han Li, the youth sized him up from head to toe, then clasped his fists and greeted enthusiastically, “You must be Junior Brother Han! I am Yan Ge, considered your senior apprentice brother!”
“Yan Ge!” Han Li recalled who this was—he was Doctor Mo’s eldest disciple.
“Heh! Although I was Master’s first disciple, my aptitude isn’t great, and I haven’t received much of Master’s true teachings, thus bringing shame upon him!” Yan Ge said frankly to Han Li.
Han Li was struck by the youth’s open honesty and grew fond of him on the spot. He quickly returned the greeting, “Good morning, Senior Brother Yan! Please come in and have a chat.”
“No need. The madams called me here. They have something to discuss with Junior Brother Han, so I’m here to escort you,” Yan Ge waved his hand and smiled.
Han Li was momentarily stunned but soon nodded in agreement. He closed the door and walked side by side with Yan Ge.
Yan Ge was very interested in Han Li’s affairs and didn’t hesitate to ask this and that all along the way. He was also curious about many customs and traditions of Yuezhou, pressing Han Li for details.
As they passed through the backyard garden, they unexpectedly encountered a young couple—none other than Mo Yuzhu and Wu Jianming, the pair Han Li had glimpsed from afar yesterday.
The two were walking side by side in the garden, clearly deeply in love. This sight greatly annoyed Han Li, as if something precious to him had been taken away.
The couple evidently noticed Han Li and company and approached them proactively. As they drew near, Mo Yuzhu merely glanced coldly at Han Li, saying nothing. Wu Jianming, however, looked at Han Li with curiosity.
“Good morning, Senior Brother Yan! This young fellow looks unfamiliar. Which master’s disciple is he?” Wu Jianming smiled and asked.
“……”
Han Li had expected Yan Ge to cover for him and answer, but after waiting a long time, no sound came from Yan Ge. Puzzled, Han Li looked at him.
To his disbelief, Yan Ge was completely entranced, staring blankly at Miss Mo Yuzhu, utterly lost in his own world and utterly unaware of Wu Jianming’s question!
“Junior Brother is a distant cousin of the third madam. I was sent by my parents to visit her and to ask if she could arrange me a position,” Han Li helplessly took the lead himself. He purposely put on an embarrassed, humble expression as he spoke.
“Oh, I see!” Wu Jianming lost interest completely after hearing just the first part. No wonder—Han Li’s appearance was too unremarkable and lacked any martial traits. How could the young master of Wu not overlook him?
Turning away, Wu Jianming scowled darkly at Yan Ge’s infatuated expression toward Mo Yuzhu. His face clouded—after all, the beauty beside him was his fiancé in name only.
Because Han Li was closer to Mo Yuzhu, he clearly saw her displeased expression as she frowned. She was clearly very impatient with Yan Ge’s blatant admiration.
“Senior Brother Yan, if there’s nothing else, my young master and I will take our leave,” Mo Yuzhu said coolly, lips slightly parted. She bowed slightly toward Yan Ge and then gracefully moved away. Wu Jianming snorted at Yan Ge and silently followed after her.