Hou Ye's palm heart is a black lotus

Chapter 803 Well Done (First Update)
Xu Fengchi didn't care about the gazes of those people; his eyes held an undisguised sincerity.

Anyway, everyone in the capital knows that he and Ye Zheng are sworn brothers, and he has devoted a great deal of energy to seeking justice for the Ye family over the past few years.

Now that Ye Jingyan has finally entered the examination hall, how could he not be filled with many emotions?

Ye Jingyan felt a warmth in her heart. "Thank you, Uncle Xu."

Xu Fengchi raised his chin and said with a smile, "Your older sister has been waiting for you for quite a while, go on!"

Ye Jingyan nodded.

"The Ye family will never forget your great kindness."

Four years ago, he would never have imagined that he would be where he is today.

Xu Fengchi laughed heartily, "What kind of relationship do I have with your father? Saying such things is too formal! If you really want to thank me, remember to treat me to a good drink after the results are announced!"

They were already convinced that Ye Jingyan would pass the exam.

Ye Jingyan nodded, "Definitely!"

After saying that, he turned and left, walking towards Ye Chutang.

A light drizzle fell, leaving a cool sensation on her face, yet Ye Jingyan's steps were light and quick.

"Sister!"

He approached the carriage, a delighted smile on his handsome face.
"Why did you come in the rain? Didn't you say you were waiting for me at home?"

As he spoke, he took the umbrella and held it up for Ye Chutang, leaving most of the umbrella on Ye Chutang's side.

Ye Chutang handed her a handkerchief, saying, "You have to come, rain or shine. It's been tough taking exams for so many days, and if you get caught in the rain, you'll inevitably get sick again."

Ye Jingyan casually brushed the water droplets off her head and shoulders and wiped them away, smiling unintentionally. "Although my body isn't as strong as Ah Feng's, it's not that frail either. At worst, I can just drink one of the medicines my sister prescribed, right?"

Ye Chutang could tell that he was in a good mood after the exam and was even joking, so she smiled too.

"It's not difficult to write a prescription, but Xiao Wu will feel sorry for her and cry again."

As soon as he finished speaking, the carriage curtain was lifted.

A lovely, fair-skinned face peeked out from within, waving and smiling at them.

—Sister! Third Brother! We're home!

……

Ye Chutang didn't ask him how the exam went, but Xiao Wu just couldn't contain himself and asked as soon as he got home.

"Third brother, was the exam difficult?"

Ye Jingyan knew perfectly well what she really wanted to ask, and smiled as she ruffled her hair.

"It's not difficult."

Xiao Wu's heart settled back into his stomach.

Since Third Brother said so, it's definitely a sure thing!

She turned around and started thinking about how she should go to Lanyuelou for a nice meal after the results are released next month!

Ye Jingyan pondered for a moment, "I wonder what the situation is like in the southwest."

Ye Chutang knew that he still cared about Ah Feng, and pondered for a moment.

"Princess Qinyang and Prime Minister Xun should have arrived there by now, and they should be sending word back soon—"

Suddenly, Ye Chutang heard a noise outside the courtyard and went to the window to open it.

A black eagle circled around and then swooped down to land in front of her.

Speak of the devil and he appears. "Xiao Wu, bring me some dried meat."

As she spoke, Ye Chutang removed the copper ring from the eagle's leg.

Xiao Wu paused for a moment, realizing that this was news from the southwest. He immediately ran to the cabinet, skillfully took out the dried meat hidden inside, and piled it all on the windowsill. Then he opened his big, round eyes wide with expectation and looked up expectantly.

Ye Chutang: "..."

I'm afraid she's not even this quick when she eats herself.

However, it wasn't just her; Ye Jingyan also took the initiative to come over and ask questions.

"Sister, what did the letter say?"

Ye Chutang opened it, quickly scanned it, and then raised an eyebrow.

Seeing her expression, Ye Jingyan asked curiously, "Sister?"

Ye Chutang looked up and said, "Shui Xingqiu has been placed under house arrest by Tuoba Shan."

"what?!"

Ye Jingyan and Xiao Wu were both stunned, not expecting to receive such news.

However, Ye Jingyan quickly realized the seriousness of the situation.

"So, does that mean Shui Xingqiu is in grave danger?"

The Shui family wielded immense power in the Southern Hu region, and Shui Xingqiu was extremely skilled in Gu poison techniques, making them incredibly influential.

Now he's actually under house arrest... Tuoba Shan must be furious!
“If it weren’t for his instigation, Tuoba Yu wouldn’t have died, and the Southern Hu wouldn’t have suffered such a great loss,” Ye Chutang said. “It’s already a miracle that he was able to keep his life.”

"Loss? Sister means..."

Ye Chutang's lips curled into a smile. "The letter said that the garrison of Xiacheng ambushed the Nanhu army at Pingshui Bay, inflicting heavy losses on them, almost wiping them out. All the elite soldiers they had painstakingly trained were lost. More importantly, several high-ranking military officers were among them, involving many powerful and influential families in Nanhu. They jointly petitioned the emperor, forcing Tuoba Shan to impose this punishment on Shui Xingqiu."

"really?"

Ye Jingyan's heart began to pound.
"That...that battle..."

The name was almost obvious.

Ye Chutang handed him the letter. "Xun Cheng said that he also learned about this from General Feng Cheng. They are currently guarding Duzhou."

"Duzhou? That Xiacheng—"

Ye Jingyan reacted quickly, and a surge of joy welled up inside her.

In that case, it can be basically confirmed that the battle at Ping Shui Bay was orchestrated by Ah Feng!

He is indeed still alive! Right here in Haining!
Ye Chutang nodded slightly, "Princess Qinyang and Prime Minister Xun are quite familiar with that area, and they can be of great help when they go there."

Princess Qinyang, needless to say, had personally fought on the battlefield and killed the enemy. Although she was a woman, she had inherited the ability of the Prince of Yannan to lead troops into battle.

As for Xun Cheng...

His origins are mysterious, and his strength is unpredictable.

For example, the news that Shui Xingqiu was confined to his quarters did not come from Feng Cheng, but was heard by his subordinates.

Given the tense relationship between the two sides, the fact that he was able to obtain information from the other side across the border in real time is more than just having "some connections."

Xiao Wu listened, looking left and right, and finally understood. He grabbed Ye Chutang's sleeve tightly and asked in a low voice, both happy and nervous, "Sister! Is it Fourth Brother? It must be him! Isn't it?"

Ye Chutang touched her little face and nodded gently. The nightmare that had worried her countless times finally shattered and dissipated at this moment.

"Yes."

She spoke each word clearly.
"Your fourth brother is a good man."