Chapter 3203: Zhuo Cheran Might Speak on the Emperor’s Behalf

Zhuo Cheran was the emperor’s beloved nephew, and he certainly understood some of the emperor’s intentions.

In many matters, Zhuo Cheran might speak on the emperor’s behalf.

“Zhuru, this is a matter of the imperial court. You must not inquire about it,” Madame Rongguo said.

“Yes,” Ning Shu replied.

Still, she wanted to find out more. She wondered whether Zhuo Cheran would be sent to suppress the rebellion this time. However, for a young woman, asking about such matters was never considered proper.

In the middle of the night, Ning Shu changed her clothes and went to the Yin household.

She felt it was necessary to observe Yin Qing, to see whether Yin Qing had already entrusted her heart to Zhuo Cheran.

From Ning Shu’s first impression, Yin Qing was a calculating woman.

In the original storyline, her military forces eventually remained under her control. Zhuo Cheran also seemed to trust her completely.

To repay Zhuo Cheran, Yin Qing had provided weapons and even helped him establish his own force. That force became the empire’s most important weapon, a power that intimidated many smaller nations.

Seven parts of her affection were enough for her lover, but she kept three parts for herself. Yin Qing always left a way to protect herself, which showed she was a clear-headed woman.

As Ning Shu approached the Yin residence, she released her spiritual consciousness to check whether any hidden guards were posted there. Several places were indeed guarded, most likely to protect Yin Qing.

But everything had two sides. What could be called protection could also be called surveillance.

Yin Qing probably resented it. Yet if she refused, Zhuo Cheran would simply force her to accept it, being domineering as always.

The domineering heir’s pursuit of love was so forceful, so overbearing.

With the aid of her spiritual consciousness, Ning Shu avoided the hidden guards and stopped not far from Yin Qing’s courtyard. There were even more guards stationed there, so Ning Shu could only rely on her spiritual consciousness to observe.

Yin Qing was already in bed, but her hand beneath the quilt gripped a pistol. Her eyelashes trembled, showing she was not truly asleep. She was on guard against someone.

Ning Shu only needed a moment to guess. It was definitely the domineering young heir breaking into a woman’s chamber in the dead of night to tease her, to take advantage of her.

Some women were into this while others weren’t.

Ning Shu couldn’t imagine such a thing happening in ancient times, when a woman’s chastity was considered paramount. If it were discovered… it would be a fatal blow for her.

Meeting a lover at night… Tsk, tsk…

Yin Qing did not seem like someone who accepted such things.

Ning Shu heard the sound of a window opening. Someone had entered Yin Qing’s chamber.

Yin Qing immediately pointed the pistol at Zhuo Cheran. He grabbed the gun without changing expression and said calmly, “It’s me.”

Zhuo Cheran’s lack of understanding about firearms was the only reason he could so nonchalantly seize the barrel.

Yin Qing was furious. He was unafraid of the weapon, while she did not dare actually fire it. Killing the emperor’s nephew would doom the entire Yin family to burial with her. His overwhelming power left her helpless.

“You look so bristled right now,” Zhuo Cheran said helplessly. “In two days, I’ll be leaving for Hanyang to suppress the rebellion. I’ll be gone soon, and yet you’re still so hostile toward me.”

Yin Qing’s expression eased slightly. “Then I wish you victory in battle.”

Zhuo Cheran climbed onto the bed. Yin Qing tried to push him away, but he grabbed her hand. “The emperor only gave me eight hundred soldiers. I don’t even know if I’ll make it back alive.”

Yin Qing frowned and remained silent. Zhuo Cheran looked at her with tender, lingering eyes.

“When I return, I’ll ask your father for your hand. I’ll treat you well, and I’ll give you a lifetime of devotion. It’ll be just the two of us together.”

Yin Qing felt bitter inside as she looked at Zhuo Cheran, who held her so tightly. He truly was elegant and striking. He had enough charm to stir anyone’s heart.

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