novel520 Chapter 451: Huang Rong’s Fury
Chapter 451: Huang Rong’s Fury
Just the hint of an E-level Medal.
This also indirectly proved that Guo Jing was already an Innate Level expert!
From previous interactions, this was apparent—his Inner Power was indeed profound, rarely seen in common men.
"Let’s go. We should step out first."
Though Guo Jing had been greatly impacted by Ding Ling, he was magnanimous and forgiving, prioritizing chivalry and loyalty. With thoughts on the matters of home and country, having Ding Ling such a strong ally was a joy to him, without a trace of envy.
He eagerly pulled Ding Ling out to meet Huang Rong and the others, to discuss imparting skills and guarding Xiangyang.
Ding Ling was versatile, skilled in military strategy and the art of chess, among other things, and Guo Jing hoped he could get along with Huang Rong and the others to exert combined efforts so that the Great Song might have hope.
As Ding Ling and Guo Jing stepped out of the inner courtyard, they saw that in the outer courtyard stood Little Dragon Girl alone, with no one else present.
Guo Jing felt puzzled.
Little Dragon Girl smiled and called out:
"Ding Ling!"
Her beautiful eyes never left the direction of the inner courtyard. The moment Ding Ling appeared, she spotted him right away. Her eyes, as cool as frost and as fluid as water, sent waves of affection as she was filled with joy.
Ding Ling’s heart swirled with tenderness as he smiled and stepped forward to hold Little Dragon Girl’s hand, whispering in her ear.
Their intimacy seemed oblivious to the world.
Truly enviable to others.
Guo Jing watched from the side, feeling slightly dazed, inadvertently recalling the time when he and Huang Rong knew, understood, and loved each other—he felt a warm stream in his heart. He chose not to disturb Ding Ling, but went alone to find Huang Rong.
On the way.
After speaking to the butler, he learned that Huang Rong went to the inner part of the courtyard. He made a few turns and arrived at the inner quarters, just as he saw Huang Rong scolding Guo Fu from a distance.
Her voice sounded stern and severe.
Clearly, she was still upset.
Guo Jing listened for a while and sighed quietly, admitting Huang Rong was doing the right thing.
Ding Ling was indeed a gifted genius. However, he was also prone to violence; upsetting him could result in unimaginable consequences!
Guo Jing certainly did not want such things to happen.
Now Huang Rong was wisely admonishing and reproaching Guo Fu for her own good, hoping she would learn her lesson.
Guo Jing did not interfere.
He simply listened on the side.
For a long while.
When Guo Fu walked out, feeling aggrieved with tears in her eyes, Guo Jing finally approached with a serious expression.
"Father."
Seeing Guo Jing, Guo Fu’s pent-up frustration and grievance surged. She couldn’t help but tear up and rush forward, tightly hugging Guo Jing, crying bitterly:
"Mother always says I’m unreasonable, that I just make trouble without cause, reckless and impetuous—do I really deserve such criticism? Father..."
She slightly raised her head to look at Guo Jing:
"Do you think your daughter is so irrational?"
"Indeed."
Thinking of Ding Ling, Guo Jing did not condone Guo Fu:
"You must listen to your mother. If I find out you’re provoking Ding Ling, infuriating him, I will make you pay!"
"Father, you, you, even you say this!"
Guo Fu became even more aggrieved, saddened and hurt, crying while turning to run away.
Halfway along her path.
The more she thought about it, the more indignant she became, the angrier she felt, eventually blaming it all on Ding Ling:
"It’s all because of this jinx. If he hadn’t come suddenly, how could the Wu Brothers have been injured? How could my parents be so harsh with me!
Hmm. I want to see just how formidable he really is! I don’t believe he would dare to kill me!"
With that, she sprinted directly toward the direction of Ding Ling and Little Dragon Girl’s courtyard.
Seeing her running angrily.
It was clear there would be quite a commotion ahead.
...
Huang Rong certainly did not anticipate that her own admonishments and repeated reminders would backfire!
Of course.
She understood her daughter, which is why she urged her countless times, fearing she might cause trouble.
However, many issues aren’t resolved merely by telling someone.
It’s like many people who know the principle, understand it within their hearts, yet still cannot follow through, still prone to making mistakes. Only those who experience pain firsthand and truly grow will understand that some things genuinely should not be done.
Guo Fu was the same.
She certainly understood her parents’ reasoning, but she hadn’t experienced the ’world’s harsh lessons,’ still a flower in a greenhouse, arrogant, naive, self-centered—not ready to truly adhere to Huang Rong’s guidance.
To endure through Huang Rong’s scolding had already required immense patience.
Upon rushing out, in her growing anger and confusion, it was normal for her to make irrational decisions.
Of course.
Huang Rong hadn’t thought of this yet, but while talking with Guo Jing, upon hearing Ding Ling described as ’quick learning and achieving perfection,’ she secretly marveled.
Guo Jing passed on to Ling the Nine Yin Scripture in its entirety.
The demonstration took quite a while.
Yet Ding Ling reached full mastery after just watching, which didn’t consume much time.
Therefore.
Huang Rong hadn’t finished scolding Guo Fu when Guo Jing approached, indicating the urgency.
Yet because Guo Jing came, after hearing what he said, Huang Rong couldn’t help but exclaim:
"Oh no. Fu’Er might be off to settle scores with Little Dragon Girl; if she confronts Ding Ling, how would that fare?!"
Guo Jing felt his heart skip a beat upon hearing this.
Who knows a daughter better than her mother!
If Huang Rong says so, it must be true?!
The two of them hurriedly rushed off and, from a distance, they heard Guo Fu angrily questioning her surroundings, surprising Huang Rong profoundly, prompting her to hastily employ her Lightweight Body Technique, Snake and Raccoon Technique, immediately zipping forward at great speed.
From afar, Huang Rong couldn’t help but shout angrily:
"Fu’Er!"
This voice, like thunder, crashed into Guo Fu’s ears.
Her body trembled, her face went pale, recalling Huang Rong’s warnings and sternness.
She couldn’t help but feel intimidated, abandoning her argument with Ding Ling and Little Dragon Girl, turning to flee.
"Stop right there!"
Huang Rong’s pretty face blushed, flushed with anger, her body slightly trembling.
She realized she had underestimated Guo Fu’s lawlessness, recklessness!
Fools indeed!
Huang Rong became increasingly frustrated, regretting her past indulgence of Guo Fu.
She quickly arrived at Ding Ling and Little Dragon Girl’s presence, seeing Ding Ling’s calm expression, his deep eyes revealing no emotion, in contrast to Little Dragon Girl whose brows were slightly furrowed, evidently displeased.
Huang Rong started to worry and hurried to apologize on Guo Fu’s behalf.
Guo Jing followed, also embarrassed and awkward, saying:
"Brother Ding, rest assured. My daughter is just candid and quick to speak, lacking tough lessons; once I have a moment, I’ll give her a proper scolding."
He was truly a man of his word.
Ding Ling believed it and said:
"Let’s not rush this matter. I seem to have heard the sound of gathering drums—is there a conflict occurring?"
"Indeed."
Guo Jing heard it too, his face becoming somber as he said:
"Of late, Kublai Khan has been frequently invading Xiangyang with the Mongolian Army. Whenever his Iron Cavalry arrives, the gathering drum sounds will ensue. If no surprise, it means Kublai Khan is leading his troops here.
If it were smaller units, it wouldn’t be thus."
He looked at Ding Ling with hope:
"Brother Ding, why don’t you come with me to meet General Lü and the others. They can give you a title, facilitating actions."
Guo Jing repeatedly changed his address.
This time, he directly called him Brother Ding.