Chapter 62

"So, this health-preserving technique of yours is easy to learn? The process isn't arduous either? And you're willing to pass it on to me?"

Guo Jia asked, looking at Su Xuan with a gloomy expression.

"That's right!"

Su Xuan nodded affirmatively.

Guo Jia immediately bristled and said, "Then why can't you teach me now? I'm willing to acknowledge you as my master right now!"

"Didn't I just say? To temper your temperament!"

"Besides, you also said you're only 14 and haven't finished your studies; how could I delay your education?"

Su Xuan replied calmly.

Guo Jia: "..."

So I've trapped myself?

What kind of situation is this?

Afterwards, Su Xuan and the others dispersed.

Su Xuan rested for a night in Yingyin City.

That same night, he also taught the health-preserving and life-extending technique to Xi Zhicai.

Of course, he didn't forget the old rule: applying a spiritual contract to ensure it wouldn't be leaked.

This health-preserving and life-extending technique was still very important and could not be easily leaked at present.

Upon receiving the technique and understanding its effects, Xi Zhicai was moved to tears and swore, "My lord, I will surely serve you with my life to help you achieve a great cause in the future;"

"Nothing less would be enough to repay your kindness."

"Haha! Good! I'll wait for that day!"

Time returns to last night.

Xun You took Guo Jia to Guo Jia's home first to have a good talk with his parents.

He also spread the word in their circle, forbidding anyone from lending money to Guo Jia or inviting him to the Yunyan Pavilion, otherwise, it would be a sign of disrespect to the Xun family.

After doing all this, Xun You ignored Guo Jia's despairing gaze and returned to the Xun residence.

He proactively requested an audience with his great-uncle, Xun Shuang.

Who was also the current true helmsman of the Xun family.

"You met with that Su Xuan today; what do you think of this person?"

Seeing Xun You, Xun Shuang didn't wait for him to speak and asked directly.

He guessed that Xun You coming to see him at this time must be for the sake of Su Xuan.

Xun You immediately recounted Su Xuan's every word and action from their meeting today, highlighting the key points.

Then, he gave his conclusion: "In my opinion, this Su Xuan is even more outstanding than the rumors outside suggest;"

"Whether it is his literary talent and military strategy, or his vision, character, and methods, they are all quite extraordinary; he is also a hero of his time;"

"In the future, he will surely have a place in this world."

"Oh?"

Hearing this, Xun Shuang looked at Xun You with some surprise and said, "Such a high evaluation? This is quite rare for you! It seems you really think highly of him?"

"Yes!"

Xun You nodded.

"Hmm..."

Seeing this, Xun Shuang stroked his beard and pondered for a moment before saying, "Tomorrow, go and invite him to the Xun residence so I can see him!"

"Doesn't he know medicine, and isn't his medical skill very impressive?"

"Use that as a reason to invite him to help me check my health;"

"It just so happens that I am old, and my health is deteriorating day by day. If his medical skills are truly as superb as he claims, he can treat me, and perhaps it will allow me to live a few more years."

If it succeeds, their Xun family would naturally reward him handsomely.

"Yes!"

Xun You immediately bowed and accepted.

Xun Shuang then continued, "The chaotic times are approaching. I know you have the heart to serve and pledge loyalty to a master, but don't be in a hurry; wait a while longer;"

"I am old! Everything else is fine and mostly arranged, but there is one person I cannot let go of, and that is my little niece, Xun Cai."

"Hmm?"

Hearing Xun Shuang suddenly mention Xun Cai, Xun You was stunned for a moment. He looked up at Xun Shuang in surprise and couldn't help but guess, "Great-uncle, do you intend to betroth little niece Xun Cai to Su Xuan?"

"But didn't you previously favor Young Master Yin Yu of the Nanyang Yin clan?"

"That's right!"

Xun Shuang nodded, then sighed, "But according to the careful investigation by the family's death soldiers, that Yin Yu has no restraint regarding wine and women, his private life is chaotic, and his health is not very good; in this situation, it is even worse;"

"For this reason, I specifically and secretly invited a physiognomist to read Yin Yu's fortune;"

"The physiognomist said that Yin Yu has the face of someone who will die young; how could he be a good match for Cai'er?"

"I am looking for a good match for Cai'er so that after I pass away, there will be someone to take good care of her, allowing her to live a stable, peaceful, and happy life;"

"But Yin Yu clearly cannot do these things, so I have already rejected him."

He truly doted on this youngest daughter, Xun Cai.

He was terrified that after he passed away, she would live poorly and have no one to rely on.

"So that's how it is!"

Xun You suddenly realized.

So that was the reason!

Since that was the case, Yin Yu was indeed unworthy of little niece Xun Cai.

Speaking of having no restraint regarding wine and women, Xun You didn't know why he suddenly thought of Guo Jia.

He secretly swore in his heart that he must supervise Guo Jia well.

He must absolutely not let him follow in Yin Yu's footsteps.

"Grandson understands! I will go first thing tomorrow morning to invite General Su Xuan to come and treat you, Great-uncle."

Xun You immediately bowed to Xun Shuang and accepted the task.

"Hmm!"

Xun Shuang nodded with satisfaction and said, "Remember not to let word of Cai'er's matter get out;"

"Su Xuan is currently only temporarily in my consideration; everything will be discussed tomorrow;"

"Furthermore, even if he can satisfy me tomorrow, his background is a bit low, though fortunately, his ability is sufficient;"

"Among his peers, no one can compare to him, but his background will limit his ceiling unless someone can give him a hand;"

"If his talent and character can satisfy me tomorrow, and he can perform further meritorious service in the subsequent suppression of the rebellion, then his marriage to Cai'er can be settled!"

"At that time, I, this old man, will personally propose the engagement to him, and I imagine he will not refuse;"

"After all, his background is insufficient, and if he wants to achieve great things in these chaotic times, he can only go further and smoother by forming an alliance with my Xun clan;"

"Once that happens, you can go and pledge your service to him to help him succeed."

"In this way, my Xun clan can also stand firm in the chaotic times and have something to rely on."

Clearly, Xun Shuang had considered everything.

Xun You felt only admiration in his heart and naturally wouldn't say much more, only bowing and responding, "Grandson understands!"

"Hmm! Go!"

Xun Shuang nodded and waved for Xun You to withdraw.

After Xun You left, he turned to the screen behind him and said, "What are you still hiding for? Come out!"

The next moment, a dignified, gentle, and beautiful young lady walked out from behind the screen. She bowed slightly to Xun Shuang with an apologetic look and said, "Father, your daughter has been rude."

"Eh! Forget it!"

Seeing this, Xun Shuang sighed, waved his hand, and said, "I know you were never very satisfied with that Yin Yu, but given your temperament, if I had told you to marry him, you probably wouldn't have refused;"

"It is precisely because of this that I am even more worried;"

"You have a stubborn and unyielding temperament;"

"This is good, but also bad; it's easy for you to suffer for it."

"It just so happens that this Su Xuan has appeared;"

"You heard Gongda's evaluation of him just now!"

"Tomorrow, I will arrange for you to stay on the side so you can see for yourself;"

"I will also help you judge him. If you are satisfied, then this matter can basically be settled."

"Eh?"

Hearing this, Xun Cai was slightly stunned and asked in confusion, "But Father, didn't you just tell Gongda that even if General Su Xuan can satisfy you tomorrow, you would wait for him to perform more meritorious service and advance further before settling it?"

"That's right!"

Xun Shuang nodded affirmatively: "That is what I said, but from observing his growth trajectory, I can see that he always plans before he acts, so I wouldn't be surprised at all if he performs new meritorious deeds;"

"Especially since he actually commands an iron cavalry that can form a military formation, and has two peerless fierce generals of the Gang-Qi level under his command;"

"Therefore, as long as he can satisfy you and me tomorrow, we can decide in our hearts first;"

"And subtly reveal to him that if he can perform new meritorious deeds, I can betroth you to him, and I will speak for him in the imperial court to help him advance further, as part of the wedding gift."

"Hmm! In this way, it can also dispel the thoughts of other noble families who want to form an alliance with him."