Elodie's father is here - faced with this sudden announcement, Qingden, who was handling official business in the office, was stunned for a moment, with a look of confusion on his face, almost thinking that he heard wrongly.

who?

Elodie's father?

Immediately following this announcement was Elodie's request: "Master, I want to talk to you!"

It took Qingdeng several seconds to finally calm down and sort out the chaotic thoughts in his mind one by one.

Although Qingden and Elodie have a deep friendship, she has never taken the initiative to talk about their past over the years.

Therefore, the relationship between the two of them is very contradictory.

On the one hand, the two are congenial masters and disciples.

But on the other hand, Qingden knew very little about Elodie, it could even be said that he didn't know anything at all.

Where are her parents?

Why did she and her grandfather leave Europe and come to this remote island country thousands of miles away?

It is very strange that a fat old man (Anthony) and a weak maid (Leroy) take a young girl with them to come to this extremely xenophobic country.

Although the Zunban faction's "Operation Tianchu" was very brainless and bloody, in terms of results, it really shocked Westerners.

In newspapers in Western countries, you can always see detailed reports of "Japanese killing foreigners in the streets."

In this way, in the eyes of Westerners, Japan is a semi-civilized and barbaric land that ordinary people dare not approach.

As far as Ayoto knows, there are basically only three types of Westerners who dare to come here despite knowing that Japan is dangerous.

The first is that he wants money rather than his life. He comes here to start a business in order to make a fortune and become a businessman who is a rip-off.

The second is those who have special ulterior motives, such as agents who come here to carry out espionage activities.

As for the third... they are "refugees" who, for some reason, can no longer stay in their homeland and come here specifically to take refuge.

Youdao says, "The most dangerous place is the safest place."

Moreover, from a geographical point of view, Japan is one of the farthest places that Westerners can currently travel to.

For those fleeing from the West, remote Japan is indeed a good place to go.

In fact, Qingdeng had doubts about Elodie's identity a long time ago.

His various performances are so amazing.

Fair, delicate skin that is insulated from hard work.

Excellent conversational skills.

Not only does he know martial arts (swordsmanship), but he also has a high degree of cultural accomplishment. He is especially good at mathematics and has mastered outstanding arithmetic skills and accounting skills at a young age.

Obviously, Elodie’s life experience is anything but ordinary!

No matter from which angle you look at it, she doesn't look like an ordinary businessman's daughter.

Although his life experience is full of doubts, Qingdeng has always deliberately pretended not to know and not find out.

Qingdeng has always treated the privacy of others with the utmost respect.

As long as others don't take the initiative to ask, he won't take the initiative to ask.

Besides, Elodie is her precious apprentice.

She is my beloved disciple, a good and sensible child - that's enough!

Qingden didn't care who she was, what her life experience was, whether she was the daughter of Master Tian or the sister of Master Earth.

However...it seems that with the sudden visit of "Elodie's father", his trick of "pretending to be ignorant" may no longer be sustainable.

Although it is unclear who "Elodie's father" is and what his origin is, judging from the fact that "Elodie has never talked about her father", the relationship between the father and daughter is definitely very complicated...

After thinking for a short time, Qingdeng raised his head and shouted:

"Here comes someone!"

Soon, the waiter waiting outside the door responded:

"My lord, what are your orders?"

"Go and pass Elodie! Tell her to come quickly!"

"yes!"

…

…

After a while, Qingdeng heard the soft sound of weak and feeble footsteps.

Wow - the door is open.

Immediately afterwards, a dazzling light golden color burst into Qingdeng's field of vision.

Qingden looked up and saw Elodie with her head lowered, her hands folded in front of her, her fingers nervously twisting together, her cheeks turned slightly white, and her expression was ugly.

If you look closely, you can see a faint look of fear in his eyes.

In Qingdeng's impression, ever since she became associated with Elodie, she has always shown herself to be an upright and cheerful person.

This shivering look on her face... is really rare.

After Qingdeng looked at her roughly, he asked bluntly:

"Elodie, is that man...really your father?"

Elodie didn't answer immediately.

She hesitated for a few seconds before hesitantly said:

"I haven't gone to see him yet... but judging from the characteristics described by the doorman, it should be him."

After saying that, she bit her lower lip lightly with her teeth.

At the same time, his cheeks became paler and the fear in his eyes deepened.

Ever since Elodie entered the room, Qingden had been carefully observing her whole body.

Therefore, Qingdeng could see all the subtle changes in her expression.

Qingdeng lowered his eyelids, thought for a moment and then stood up slowly:

"Elodie, let's go to the courtyard. It's too boring here. It's not a good place to chat."

Hearing this, Elodie suddenly showed a surprised expression:

"Huh? But...my father..."

Qingdeng interrupted first:

"I have already ordered people to entertain him well. Just let him wait for a while."

After saying that, Qingdeng took the lead and walked out.

Although Elodie felt hesitant, her body still followed closely honestly.

The two of them arrived at a small courtyard not far from Qingdeng's office.

Qingdeng comes here very often.

Whenever he feels tired, he will come to this courtyard to sit, look at the scenery, and change his mood.

Compared with other courtyards in Judi, this courtyard is not spacious in area, but it is cleverly arranged, with many bright flowers and green plants planted in the small space.

The master and apprentice sat side by side on the verandah.

Qingdeng did not rush to ask questions, but quietly accompanied the other party to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Looking at the clear sky and the colorful courtyard scenery, Elodie regained her energy slightly and her expression became a little better.

"Elodie, I have no intention of inquiring into your past."

Qingdeng spoke unhurriedly.

"But... now that your father is here, I can't pretend to be stupid anymore."

"If it's convenient, you can tell me about your past in general."

"Of course, if there is something you don't want to say, you can just skip it."

"Just pick up something important, something you want to talk about."

After finishing speaking, Qingdeng waited patiently for the other party's reply.

Elodie bit her lip again and clenched her hands tightly on her knees.

The brief silence was her hesitation.

Even so, she did not keep Qingden waiting for long.

"...Master, do you know the 'July Dynasty'?"

"Sorry, I don't know..."
To be continued...