Remarrying Chun Yuan

Chapter 423 It’s you

"No, no, I don't want to learn from him." Xu Xianglan waved her hands repeatedly, looking panicked. "I remembered I have something to do, I'll go now."

"Thank you for your kind words, Senior Wei. I will take my leave now."

……

She disregarded etiquette and left in a hurry.

Seeing his disgust, Wei Junlang could only sigh repeatedly, "Why did Xu Shan, who was perfectly fine, cause such a commotion at this time?"

"No, I need to talk to Xu Lang again at the carving competition." He was secretly certain.

At this moment, Xu Shan was dejected and restless.

After being forced to kneel by Yuan Cuo that day, he was further disciplined by the Jingxian government office; he was truly unlucky.

Now, his mother is bedridden with injuries, and he has injured both knees, suffering from constant pain. His mentally challenged son is only cared for by his elderly mother, who also has to look after Aunt Xu, so she simply can't manage both.

The marriage with the neighboring county fell through, and he had already spent the betrothal money, which he was now completely unable to repay.

Moreover, the wealthy man's family is going to sue him for extortion, so he is very likely to face a lawsuit.

So when Wei Junlang mentioned that there was a young man at a carving competition whose carving style was similar to his and who could be taken on as an apprentice, he immediately wanted to agree.

There must be a formal apprenticeship ceremony and a fee for accepting a disciple.

He would certainly not refuse if someone could help him make money... If anyone is to blame, it is Xu Xianglan. Xu Xianglan was a good assistant to all his previous carving works, and some of the items were even carved by her, but were sold under his name.

Xu Shan didn't want to stay at home, so when she thought of this matter, she went directly to see Wei Junlang. Why had he suddenly disappeared after mentioning it the day before yesterday?

While Wei Junlang was lamenting Xu Lang's misfortune, Xu Shan suddenly came looking for him.

Although Xu Shan did not mention taking on apprentices, Wei Junlang was filled with regret. "...You should also take better care of things at home. Don't mess around too much, or you'll damage your reputation."

“Although we carvers are also craftsmen, people will still admire us if we mention our names. Otherwise, if we have a bad reputation, we won’t be able to find good apprentices. People are afraid that if they have a bad master, they will be talked about behind their backs.”

……

Wei Junlang is old, and according to seniority, he is a generation older than Xu Shan.

Xu Shan was stunned. She hadn't expected to be scolded as soon as they met.

"Does Master Wei mean that the young man is still unwilling to become my disciple?"

Wei Junlang sighed, which was tantamount to acquiescing. "So you still have to abide by the rules and not let money cloud your judgment. You can't lose your reputation. If you become obsessed with it, you can forget about improving your carving skills."

Xu Shan's face was burning hot.

He never expected that anyone would dare to look down on him!

"May I ask, Master Wei, what is this person's name?"

"It cannot be said, it cannot be said." Wei Junlang was also very disciplined in his actions. "Since we cannot become master and disciple, we are strangers. If he changes his mind, I will introduce you two to him again."

He understands people's desire for revenge all too well.

Moreover, both he and Xu Lang were participants in the carving competition. If there were any clashes or behind-the-scenes sabotage, it would be his fault.

Xu Shan also knew that Wei Junlang was rigid and meticulous in his work. "Master Wei, please don't misunderstand. Actually, I just wanted to explain something to him. I didn't mean any harm."

"Actually, I also have my own unspeakable difficulties, it's really not what the outside world says..."

He put on a bitter and resentful look, which made Wei Junlang ask him with great concern.

Xu Shan naturally had a way of responding, portraying himself as a helpless filial son who was single-handedly supporting the family business, and pushing all the responsibility onto his mother.

……

Xu Xianglan had no interest in knowing how Xu Shan would explain it.

All she knew was that she was in a dangerous situation.

If her father found out, she would surely be dead. She wondered if she should go and ask Liu Yuechu, since she hadn't seen her in a long time.

Or perhaps we should go find Madam Liu?

But how will she leave? What excuse will she use?

Will I be watched after I go? What should I say if I am?

She was overwhelmed with a thousand questions and felt completely confused.

What are you doing, sneaking around like that?

Li Xiaofeng, who was attending the conference with her, suddenly spoke up, and Xu Xianglan screamed in fright. She didn't even bother to hide her voice, which startled Li Xiaofeng as well.

"What...what's wrong with you..."

"You're making a fuss over nothing!" Xu Xianglan quickly scolded, then hurriedly ran away.

Looking at her back, Li Xiaofeng noticed that her shoulders were not broad and her waist was narrow. She didn't walk with her legs turned outwards; instead, she kept her legs close together!

A conjecture suddenly popped into his mind, but it was far too audacious!

He quickly ran a few steps to catch up with Xu Xianglan and grabbed her sleeve.

"Are you crazy? What do you want to do?!" Xu Xianglan struggled to break free, but she couldn't. Even though she was stronger than an ordinary woman, she was no match for Li Xiaofeng, a real man.

Li Xiaofeng pinned her against the wall and ripped off her hat.

Her hat brim tilted to one side, revealing her ears and clearly showing her ear piercings.

He looked down again and saw that Xu Xianglan did not have an Adam's apple.

"You're actually a woman, Xu Lang? You're the one who's truly insane!"

"What nonsense are you talking about? Let go of my hand right now!" Xu Xianglan didn't expect Li Xiaofeng to see through her, and kicked him in the crotch!

Li Xiaofeng let out a howl, clutching his crotch and screaming. Seeing Xu Xianglan trying to run away, he pounced on her!

"Where can you run to! Xu Lang, it's no use running away now!"

"Unless you stop participating in the sculpture competition, I will report you to the officials, and everything you have will be over!"

Xu Xianglan paused, stunned, as if she had just broken free.

She looked at Li Xiaofeng tremblingly, "What exactly do you want?"

Li Xiaofeng is right. Once he complains, it won't matter if she runs to the ends of the earth!

She truly hated herself for hesitating and being at a loss just now; she could have at least hidden away and cried silently!

Li Xiaofeng licked his lips. "What do you think I want?" He had always thought this little brother was handsome and good-looking. Now that he knew he was a woman, how could he let him go?

"I can keep your identity a secret, but you have to sleep with me. After the conference, you'll be my woman," Li Xiaofeng stated directly. "Otherwise, I'll expose you right now. You might not only lose your ranking at the conference, but you might even lose your life!"

"..." Xu Xianglan dodged left and right as he leaned in for her mouth. She couldn't stand Li Xiaofeng's threats any longer. "You're just daydreaming. I'd rather die than submit!"

"You little vixen, you're pretty hot. I don't believe you can do anything now that I've taken you!" Li Xiaofeng used all his strength and went straight for her clothes.

Xu Xianglan opened her mouth and bit down hard, causing Li Xiaofeng to howl in pain!

"Snapped!"

He slapped Xu Xianglan hard across the face.

Xu Xianglan's mouth was bleeding, her cheeks were burning, and she even felt a little dizzy. She staggered a couple of steps and fell down!

Li Xiaofeng sneakily stepped forward, but before his large hand could even touch Xu Xianglan, he heard a muffled groan and fell straight to the side.

Xu Xianglan was startled, and then a face appeared in front of her.

“Why is it you again…” Li Chengyue said.