The young general and the prince, who was to be married off, fell in love at first sight!

Chapter 253 Extra Chapter (7) Reincarnation and Rebirth 02

The joy of not being beaten excited Lin Shiming all night long. His brother's indulgence emboldened him to pester people, insisting that Lin Shihe cooperate with him to scare Lu Yuxi.

To be honest, it really gave Lu Yuxi a big fright.

"As expected, my brother has a way."

Lu Yuxi, who was so frightened by Lin Shiming that she almost broke out in a cold sweat, was quite helpless. She had no way to deal with this little rascal, so she could only sigh and shake her head, reaching out to tidy up Lin Shiming's messy clothes.

"It's only been less than a day, and you've already managed to make fun of me."

Lin Shiming pouted, "You seem quite unhappy."

"How could that be!" Lu Yuxi quickly explained, "As long as you're happy, you can make me laugh every day."

Oh my, those words made Lin Shi and Bai Yan roll their eyes so hard they almost reached the sky.

His eyes ached at the sight of Lin Shiming, who was so easily fooled by a single sentence.

"Alright, you two, get out of here if you have nothing else to do! I don't have time to entertain you."

Yesterday's coaxing really worked! Not only did he become lively again, but he also made up for all the mischief he hadn't caused in almost a year! He really does thrive on a little encouragement; Lin Shihe doesn't want to see him for even a second longer.

But while he was happy to get rid of her, Lin Shiming, who was happily flirting with Lu Yuxi, was not happy about it.

Lin Shiming crossed his arms, raised his head, pointed at Lin Shihe with his chin, and asked arrogantly, "What's wrong with you? You said yesterday that I would always have a home, and now you're turning your back on me?"

“You will always have a home, but there will always be family rules when your brother doesn’t like you. I’ve been putting up with you since last night. Stop provoking me and get out of my sight with your lover while I still have the patience, or else you’ll regret it.”

With powerful backers, Lin Shiming, temporarily fearless, still brandished his claws and accused with heartache, "You really are a menopausal old man, your thoughts change every day!"

"You were trembling before me yesterday, and you're not at all like you are now." Lin Shihe remained unmoved. "What, now that someone's backing you up, you've suddenly become defiant and dare to go against me?"

"..."

Lin Shiming wasn't that bold. If his brother really was determined to beat someone, even his sister-in-law standing by couldn't stop him.

Lin Shiming, his momentum waning, no longer dared to resist, but still muttered defiantly, "It was clearly you who broke your promise..."

The sound grew fainter and fainter, finally vanishing completely under Lin Shihe's ambiguous gaze.

Lin Shiming immediately stood at attention, realizing the situation was his place, and said, "I'll get out of here right now."

*

Lin Shihe's words of encouragement successfully pulled Lin Shiming out of his pain. The lively and cheerful Second Young Master Lin regained his energetic self, and within two days, he happily embarked on the journey to the Southern Border with Lu Yuxi.

The vast landscape bears the footprints of the couple almost everywhere. The only difference is that the man who used to be away from home all year round has now become attached to home. No matter where he goes, he will come back every three to five months to bother Lin Shihe before he is done.

Such regular and joyful days seem to have no end in sight.

More than twenty years later, Lin Shihe also closed his eyes forever.

This time, his older brother won't be there to cheer him up anymore.

*

Lin Shiming fell into complete silence and settled down in the imperial palace with Lu Yuxi.

In a daze, all the people who had accompanied him as he grew up disappeared from his life, and it seemed that only Lu Yuxi remained in the world, spending day and night with him.

Lin Shiming finally lost his spirit.

He leaned on Lu Yuxi's shoulder, rambling on and on about whatever came to mind.

"Lu Yuxi".

"I'm here."

"Could I walk in front of you?"

"…it is good."

Lu Yuxi nodded slowly and wrapped the blanket around Lin Shiming even tighter.

"It's okay. I just wanted to make you happy. If you can't hold on, just let it go. I'll be with you until the very end."

"But Shiming, don't forget to wait for me on the road."

*

A gentle breeze rustled the leaves.

Lin Shiming, carrying two bags of snacks, treats, and beer, entered a secluded and peaceful forest with practiced ease.

Passing through the woods, a simple and rustic courtyard gate comes into view.

The door was ajar, but Lin Shiming didn't ask a single question. He simply pushed the door open and entered as if he were the host.

The courtyard was quiet and deserted. Lin Shiming placed what he was carrying on the small stone table in the courtyard, then put his hands on his hips and called out.

"Hey! Where is everyone? Come out and greet His Highness at once!"

After a rustling sound, the door in the center opened, and Lin You walked in slowly.

"Can't you have some manners? This is my territory, you really don't consider yourself an outsider."

"Hmph." Lin Shiming snorted arrogantly, pointing at Lin You. "You audacious traitor! How dare you speak to Her Majesty the Empress Dowager? Under heaven, all land belongs to the emperor. What's yours is mine!"

Lin You retorted angrily, "Am I your ancestor?!"

"So what? The law of the land is greater than family law! Now kneel down before me and pay your respects!"

Lin You remained silent.

Lin You took out his phone, ready to report that there was a feudal remnant here.

"You bastard Lin You! How dare you persecute me!"

Lin Shiming shouted and lunged forward.

The peaceful courtyard instantly became lively and chaotic. The Taoist priest and the former special forces soldier got into a fight. Even though there were only two people, they managed to create a chaotic and disorderly atmosphere.

The two exchanged kicks and blows, exchanging more than a dozen blows in just one minute, thoroughly enjoying themselves.

Just as the two were locked in a fierce and tense battle, the air in the courtyard suddenly froze for a moment, causing Lin You to lose his focus.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Lin Shiming quickly seized the moment and kicked Lin You in the buttocks. Lin You clutched his buttocks and let out a "howl," unable to stop and flying straight away.

KO

Lin Shiming laughed heartily.

Unexpectedly, his joy turned to sorrow. He had only finished his laughter when the clean courtyard suddenly darkened, a strong wind blew, and sand and stones flew everywhere, covering Lin Shiming's face with dust and making it impossible for him to open his eyes.

What the hell!

Lin Shiming immediately bent down to cover his eyes, holding his breath and daring not to move. With his vision obstructed, Lin Shiming could only call out to Lin You while straining his ears to listen carefully.

"Lin You!"

"I am here--"

"Help me!!"

A shrill voice descended from the sky, completely drowning out Lin You's response.

With a loud "boom," it sounded like a heavy object crashing down.

What followed was two separate screams and wails.

"Ow—"

"what!!"

The wind gradually stopped.

Lin Shiming straightened up, his face still covered in dust, and immediately looked in the direction of the screams.

Two people, their fates unclear, were lying face down on the ground, one on top of the other. The one on top was unrecognizable, but the one underneath, dressed in a Taoist robe, was clearly Lin You.

Is he dead?!

Oh no! I've only been back for less than six months, and I'm already going to become a suspect? I still have so much time ahead of me, I don't want to go to jail!

Lin Shiming's pupils dilated in shock. He rushed over, poked Lin You's arm with one hand, and probed Lin You's nose with his other finger, asking, "Hey! Are you still alive?"

Lin You, pinned to the ground, rolled his eyes, barely breathing. He was alive then, but if he'd lingered any longer, he would have truly died.

He mustered all his strength and struggled to lift the only finger he could still move, pointing shakily at Lin Shiming.

Lin Shiming was filled with questions: "What do you mean? I'm telling you, your death has nothing to do with me! I'm innocent."

Lin You rolled his eyes even more in anger.

His lips trembled as he used his last breath to utter, "Are you brain-dead...? I'm telling you to get that person off me right now!!"