Rebirth: The Time-locked Girl-Chapter 285 Shocking! Sister Lan Outsmarts by a Level! [1st Update]

Chapter 285: 285 Shocking! Sister Lan Outsmarts by a Level! [1st Update]

Throughout Shenzhou, the Lin Family boasts the most branches.

For compared to studying medicine, learning the spear, or stargazing and divination, classical instruments are the simplest of skills.

Although the Lin Family Main House adheres to the law of the jungle, they are not as brutal as the Su Family; offspring banished from Yunjing are not executed upon their return.

On the contrary, the Lin Family Main House actually encourages its branch descendants to earn their way back into the main family through their own efforts.

This rule has been in place for nearly a hundred years, significantly boosting the enthusiasm of the branch family members and continually rejuvenating the main family with new talents.

After all, which branch family descendant would dare to refuse an invitation from the Lin Family Main House?

Hearing this statement, Lin Qin was furious, "You unreasonable robbers..."

If they wanted the Secluded Zither, they would sneak into the hotel in the dead of night to kidnap her.

This time they did not directly kidnap, but what difference did their actions make from an actual abduction?

Indeed, Yunjing is an international metropolis, and the Lin Family is listed among the Five Great Families, yet it is so unsympathetic and unreasonable.

The larger Lin Qin’s expectations of Yunjing had been, the greater was her disappointment now.

"Miss Lin Qin, watch your words," the guard, who obviously recognized Lin Qin’s face, said with a faint smile tinged with mockery, "If your words reach the ears of Miss or anyone from the Main House, you can forget about stepping foot in there for the rest of your life."

Lin Qin trembled with anger, "You think I—"

"Qinqin," Ye Wanlan placed a hand on her shoulder and spoke calmly, "What do I always tell you? Don’t waste words on creatures that can’t understand human speech."

Lin Qin knew her strength was not yet sufficient to challenge the Lin Family Main House, so after giving the guard a cold glance, she said no more.

But she was extremely anxious; she had been taken straight into the Lin Family’s secret chambers, had no knowledge of the Lin Family’s layout, and was clueless about their overall strength.

If Ye Wanlan were forcibly taken away, the consequences could be unimaginable.

The guard’s expression changed as he sneered, "Miss Ye sure has a sharp tongue."

One just wonders if she will still be able to speak after arriving at the Lin Family.

"Since you’ve come to invite me, then you should be prepared to treat your guest properly," said Ye Wanlan with an unflustered gaze, "Three kneelings and nine bows, incense burning and bathing, preparing the mat for reception—nothing must be overlooked. If done well, I will consider your request."

The guard’s expression finally changed completely, "You’re looking for death!"

It was a great honor for the Main House to invite a branch family member, and yet Ye Wanlan dared to make demands in return?

"That’s all, then," Ye Wanlan replied with a slight smile, "Of course, if you wish for me to see you off, it’s not impossible."

The scene took place at the hotel entrance, in public view, attracting several passersby to stop and watch. The guards didn’t dare to start a fight, as drawing the attention of the 723 Bureau again would be counterproductive.

"Miss Ye, you’ll regret this," the guard said with a cold tone, "We are inviting you this time, but next time, it won’t be an invitation!"

Ye Wanlan, her gaze placid, replied, "I look forward to it."

Seeing that they couldn’t sway Ye Wanlan, the guards had no choice but to leave.

As for Lin Wenli, they didn’t glance his way once.

Men already held low status in the Lin Family. Furthermore, being unable to cultivate the Heavenly Music Method only made him less useful.

Even Lin Shiyuan had only checked up on Lin Wenli incidentally while investigating Ye Wanlan and Lin Qin.

The Lin Family didn’t lack academic prodigies; they lacked geniuses in learning the Heavenly Music Method.

"Cousin!" Lin Qin clenched her teeth, "If we don’t leave Yunjing one day, the Main House will certainly not rest."

"I know," Ye Wanlan replied as she gently patted Lin Qin’s hand on her shoulder to comfort her, "But this is also an opportunity for us to understand the Main House."

Lin Qin was somewhat puzzled, "Understand?"

"One day, we will have to return to the Main House. It’s better to understand it beforehand, to make things easier later," Ye Wanlan explained, "After returning to Jiangcheng, you will learn the higher levels of the Heavenly Music Method from Grandma. With the foundation you’ve built in the last decade, you will certainly reach the Fourth Layer in less than a year."

The Fourth Layer of the Heavenly Music Method is already sufficient for a member of the Main House to be considered a core family member.

Once Lin Qin becomes a core member, even Lin Shiyuan would not be able to deal with her as he pleased.

Just like the former Su Xueqing, as a talented disciple under the careful watch of the Elders Council, Su Ningxiang had to resort to stratagems to banish her from the Su Family.

"I understand, cousin," Lin Qin nodded emphatically, "I will work even harder."

"Alright, let’s head back early. Tomorrow you have the second round of the competition," Ye Wanlan caressed her head, "The eliminations you’ll face in the next round will be even tougher; we need to reach the final, after all."

Lin Qin’s knees were healing well. If she continued to apply the medicinal paste for another week, her bones would heal completely.

This prescription was also something Ye Wanlan had learned during her training at the Taiyi Palace.

To save lives and mend bones, the Taiyi Divine Doctor will always be the pillar of Shenzhou.

Ye Wanlan’s eyes deepened with thought. If Shui Yunqing were really still around...

With her skills, even without turning herself into one of the Gu People, she could push her body to the limits with her powerful needle technique, thereby gaining a much longer lifespan.

After sending Lin Qin back to her room, Ye Wanlan went up to the terrace, lounging lazily against the railing as she admired the view.

The sun had just set; half the sky was adorned with crimson-gold twilight that merged with the distant lake, as if flames were dancing on the water’s surface, splendid beyond measure.

"The sky in Yunjing is nice today," a voice tinged with laughter rose from behind her, "It’s a pity we’re not staying by the lake this time; the view would be even more beautiful."

Ye Wanlan turned around, her gaze meeting Yan Tingfeng’s.

The man’s silver-white hair, under the glow of the setting sun, seemed to be gilded with a layer of gold, strikingly handsome.

Even Ye Wanlan couldn’t resist, stretching out her hand to pinch the soft ends of his hair.

Although the tips of the hair could not convey any sensation, Yan Tingfeng still felt as though something gently bumped against his heart chambers. His heartbeat suddenly quickened as if his heartstrings were plucked by a feather.

After he woke up, he had despised his white hair and had always taken medicine to conceal it.

Yet Ye Wanlan had said she found his hair to be very beautiful.

Ye Wanlan withdrew her hand, "Young Master Yan, stretch out your hand."

"Hmm?" Yan Tingfeng thought she wanted to take his pulse again, so he obediently extended his hand.

"Open it," Ye Wanlan said.

Yan Tingfeng still obeyed.

"Your recovery has been good these past few days." Ye Wanlan took a candy from her pocket and placed it in Yan Tingfeng’s hand, "You’ve been obedient, here’s a candy as a reward."

Yan Tingfeng’s eyelashes drooped as he looked at the rainbow candy lying in his palm, a warm smile on his lips, "Only one candy?"

"It’s not just one candy; I bought a whole jar just for you." Ye Wanlan continued to gaze at the scenery, "But despite candy being sweet, you shouldn’t eat too much. Moderation is key."

Yan Tingfeng listened intently, nodding. He peeled off the candy wrapper and popped the candy in his mouth.

It was sweet, yet not cloying.

He liked it very much.

"The Lin Family has come again." Yan Tingfeng’s fingers tapped lightly on the railing. He paused before asking, "Do you need any help?"

Ye Wanlan pondered for a moment, "Not for the time being."

"The group that came last time, aside from the one you let go, the rest have been taken into custody by Bureau 723," Yan Tingfeng nodded slightly. "They’ve come again today. It seems they are not ready to give up, Bing He."

"Sir!" Bing He appeared silently, "The people from Bureau 723 have checked in at this hotel, tasked with protecting Miss Lin Qin and Lin Wenli. However, the Lin Family Main House was probably scared by Miss Ye’s tactics and hasn’t sent anyone else secretly."

Lin Shiyuan’s trusted aides were only a few in number; the other four great families didn’t dare to make a move. But that aide, Ye Wanlan had easily crushed to death.

This indeed made the Lin Family wary.

What Bing He couldn’t understand was why Ye Wanlan insisted on returning that young man to the Lin Family.

"I sent her trusted aide back because I know she is very cautious and cunning," Ye Wanlan deciphered Bing He’s thoughts, smiling faintly, "So she will definitely keep that corpse to study the wounds and figure out which Heavenly Sound Finger Technique I used. Don’t you think she would do something like that?"

"!!!"

Bing He and Tie Ma exchanged glances, both seeing the shock in each other’s eyes.

They had thought Ye Wanlan had left the youth barely alive, just so he could die at the Lin Family. They hadn’t considered this other reason.

Yan Tingfeng raised his eyebrows slightly, his smile serene, "Xiao Wan is indeed strong at discerning people’s hearts."

"Since it is a Heavenly Sound Finger Technique she has never seen before, she will certainly spend energy studying it," Ye Wanlan spoke unhurriedly. "But what she doesn’t know is that the wounds I inflicted were not only from zither music. By the time she finishes her research, she will find that it’s impossible to play a complete piece."

People’s energy is limited, including hers.

Let’s see what happens when Lin Shiyuan focuses her efforts on something that cannot be completed?

That was her plan.

Bing He inhaled sharply, "Miss Ye is truly formidable!"

Tie Ma stepped on his foot.

"You guys continue; I’ll head back first." Ye Wanlan nodded as a gesture and left the patio.

At this moment, the sun had completely submerged below the horizon.

The last light was consumed by darkness, and night had fallen.

Star after star climbed into the sky while the moon gradually emerged from behind the clouds.

"Young Master, are we really going to ignore the Lin Family?" Bing He hesitated, "They wanted to take Miss Ye away by force today; they haven’t suffered enough."

"No." Yan Tingfeng was still looking at the candy wrapper in his hand, chuckling lightly, "I haven’t taken any action for a long time; let’s start with the Lin Family."

He liked dealing with the people from the Five Great Families of Yunjing, not because they were easy to talk to, but because these families still used the same methods of the Jianghu from three hundred years ago.

And that was the solution he was most familiar with.

If it’s the Jianghu, then let’s see who is indeed the supreme ruler in this vast martial world.

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