mtlumby2d Chapter 474: Jin She Loves Talent (Extra 3)
Chapter 474: Jin She Loves Talent (Extra 3)
Chu Yunfan frowned and let out a low moan. At the same time, he quickly stretched out a hand and covered Zhao Lanqiu's small mouth, anxiously signaling to her not to make a sound.
After all, they are well aware that "walls have ears" and the current situation will be exposed if they are not careful.
The two of them stared at each other closely, as if time had stopped at this moment.
Chu Yunfan's eyes were wide open, and so was Zhao Lanqiu's. As their eyes met, the atmosphere became quite awkward.
All in all, this engaged couple has met each other so many times that they can't even be counted on one hand!
Compared to Zhao Lanqiu, Chu Yunfan was obviously working harder. He was trying hard to play the role of a person who was in pain as the "poison" in his body began to take effect.
The eunuch only needed to stick his head out to see the Duke of Chu half-lying on the bed, and along with the cry of pain, he could also see the shadow trembling slightly.
I don't know how much time had passed, but just as the two were becoming more and more uncomfortable, suddenly a slight sound of footsteps was heard from outside.
The footsteps gradually faded away, and then there was a dull sound of a door closing.
The volume was not loud, but it was clearly audible in the quiet night.
As the door closed, Chu Yunfan's heart calmed down a little.
But
"Qiu Niang... cough cough cough... I really feel a little uncomfortable. Could you please pour me a glass of water?" There was still "hidden" "pain" in Chu Yunfan's voice, but his expression was relatively relaxed, and he even winked at Zhao Lanqiu mischievously.
Zhao Lanqiu quickly understood the other party's intention - in this way, he could check whether the eunuch had really left.
Seeing Chu Yunfan like this, Zhao Lanqiu hurriedly responded softly: "Don't worry, my husband, just lie down and have a good rest. I will go get you some water."
After saying that, she got out of bed carefully and walked towards the outer room with light steps.
Ever since Chu Yunfan was injured on his forehead last time, he set up a small tea room outside his room.
Today is the couple's wedding day, and the people who "watch the tea" here have been given a day off.
Fortunately, the kettle is still here, so the reason just now becomes a great opportunity to check.
Zhao Lanqiu slowly walked towards the outer room, his heart still in his throat.
She looked around the outer room carefully, and only breathed a sigh of relief when she was sure that the eunuch had indeed left.
However, just in case there were other people lurking in the dark, she still did not dare to be careless. She gently picked up the teapot, poured a cup of warm water, and then returned to the inner room.
Chu Yunfan looked at his wife with a relaxed expression and sighed softly: "Go to sleep! If there is anything, we can talk about it tomorrow."
On the other side, after hearing that Chu Yunfan was willing to drink the "wine", Emperor Hongwen was stunned for a moment, and then he understood and said: "No matter how this kid changes, he is still a love-sick seed. Even if there is no Shen family girl, there will be others."
"Your Majesty is as good as a god." Quan Shun smiled and complimented, "Now you can rest assured."
This title of Duke was "released" by previous emperors.
Since Emperor Hongwen ascended the throne, the system of centralized imperial power has been implemented.
Over the years, many people who originally had titles now hold official positions without real power, or those with higher titles may not even have official positions.
Emperor Hongwen would reward General Zhao for winning a battle, but he would not confer him any further title.
In Emperor Hongwen's external statements, the "ranks of Dukes, Marquises, Earls, Viscounts, and Barons" were always fully staffed.
There is only one job for each person. If no one comes out, naturally the people behind cannot get in.
Apart from other things, this has caused conflicts between the new and old dignitaries.
Over the years, Emperor Hongwen has brought down countless people, but the Chu family has never had any leverage to make him do anything.
But now he is not in a hurry at all. The person is gone, so who will be given the title?
On the second day, Chu Yunfan inevitably looked a little ugly because he did not sleep well the day before. However, he still felt it was not enough, so he specially "borrowed" his wife, Zhao Lanqiu, to apply makeup powder on his face.
After this operation, I looked much more haggard.
Zhao Lanqiu thought, "Why not go all out?" and just started rubbing his eyes.
In just a cup of tea, her eyes became visibly red and swollen, and the whites of her eyes were immediately covered with bloodshot.
The two people, who had a tacit understanding, said nothing and went into the palace together to "give thanks".
When Emperor Hongwen saw the appearance of the two men, he was very satisfied and gave them many gifts as usual.
After returning to the Chu family from the palace, the two had time to sit down and have a frank talk.
They actually have no feelings for each other, and Chu Yunfan needs to use the Zhao family's relationship to leave the capital.
Zhao Lanqiu, on the other hand, needs a married status so that she can legitimately do what she wants.
"I'm sorry, I almost got you into trouble yesterday!" Chu Yunfan said guiltily, "I thought there was no reaction from the palace before, and this matter was over."
After knowing that there was abortion drugs in the wine yesterday, Zhao Lanqiu didn't think it was a big deal: "Actually, it's okay for me to drink it. I don't plan to have children anyway."