Time Travel: The Noble Family-Chapter 513 - 192 Key_3

Li Guoxing took the key from Xiang Wei, his heart filled with complex feelings. It was evident from Xiang Wei that Yueyao had long been cautious of Lian Dongfang. He felt relieved knowing that, although Yueyao was in a difficult situation in Lian Mansion, her shrewdness and tactics were sufficient to protect herself without needing him to worry. However, the thought of Yueyao fostering such deep caution at such a young age in the complex environment of the Lian family made him wonder whether this was good or bad for her future. Tsk, Lian Dongfang really is no good, forcing a child to this extent.

Xiang Wei seemed not to notice the expression on Li Guoxing’s face and said, "Lord Li, I must return to report back." Yueyao could trust Li Guoxing so implicitly, but she could not. She must verify the items before leaving.

After unlocking it, Li Guoxing took out the contents of the box. Inside were three items: a bead necklace, a thin booklet, and a stack of silver notes.

Li Guoxing took out the necklace which was made up of eighteen beads. Seeing that the necklace was carved from sandalwood, he was somewhat shocked.

Sandalwood, known as divine wood, has a saying among the people: ’Even a chest full of jewels is not as valuable as a piece of sandalwood.’ Hence, items made of sandalwood are often considered family heirlooms.

A sandalwood bead necklace is a rare find, but Li Guoxing believed that Lian Dongfang’s real interest lay in the booklet.

Xiang Wei naturally thought that Lian Dongfang’s goal might be this booklet as well, and thus she said, "Lord Li, could you hand me that booklet."

Without a second thought, Li Guoxing refused, "I will personally give this to Yueyao." Xiang Wei didn’t trust Li Guoxing, just as Li Guoxing didn’t trust Xiang Wei. How could he hand over something that Lian Dongfang was so eager to get to someone else? ƒгeewebnovёl_com

Xiang Wei hadn’t thought of taking this item back with her; she wasn’t foolish. Such an important object—how could she look at it? Accidentally seeing something not meant for her eyes was not something desirable. Xiang Wei said, "Lord Li, I had no intention of seeing this. Miss has also said that no matter what is inside the box, it should be kept by you for the time being. Just make sure that no one from the Lian family knows about this booklet."

Having heard this, Li Guoxing handed the booklet to Xiang Wei.

Xiang Wei took it, felt the front and back with her hand, then handed it back to Li Guoxing without opening it.

Li Guoxing looked at Xiang Wei.

Xiang Wei said openly, "Miss Yueyao only instructed me to hand the key over to Lord Li." Her implications were clear: her actions were entirely of her own volition, with no relation to Yueyao.

Li Guoxing’s expression turned cold, and he said sternly, "Is this how you serve Miss Yueyao?" A maid who takes such liberties could not be kept.

Xiang Wei wasn’t intimidated by Li Guoxing and calmly stated, "Miss Yueyao trusts Lord Li greatly. I hope Lord Li does not betray Miss Yueyao’s trust." After a pause, Xiang Wei added, "If I have offended in any way, I ask for Lord Li’s forgiveness. But please do not take it out on Miss Yueyao; she truly has it hard." Although they hadn’t been together long, she had grown quite fond of Yueyao.

Li Guoxing stared at Xiang Wei and demanded, "Who exactly are you?" Her status appeared far from simple, and who knew what she had done in the past.

Xiang Wei smiled, "Lord Li, rest assured, I would not do anything to harm Miss Yueyao. As long as I am by her side, I will ensure her safety."

Li Guoxing’s face showed little emotion as he replied, "I hope you can keep to your word. If not, I won’t let you off easily." That was all he could do for Yueyao.

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