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Chapter 127: Third Young Master - Ruan Ruan, Behave Yourself
Hou Zhi's inherent servility and loyalty to the Hou family made her act unconsciously. She placed her right hand on her left shoulder and slightly bowed her body.
"I am Hou Zhi, and I have seen the Third Madam," she said in a swift and seamless motion, giving Qin Ruan no chance to react.
Hou Yunjiao's long and slender fingers, resembling jade, lightly tapped on the table, and his tone was casual. "From now on, you will be responsible for protecting Madam's safety."
Qin Ruan's lips stiffened into an awkward smile as she shot a pleading glance at Hou Yunjiao, who was sitting opposite her. As a newly minted Mrs. Hou, she was not yet accustomed to this role. She had barely assumed the title of Third Madam Hou, and now another living being had been sent to her. She was reluctant.
Normally, when collecting malicious energy, she would notice some abnormal supernatural events. If Hou Zhi were to stay by her side, it would be inconvenient for her to do anything.
Her pleading eyes were obvious, and even Hou Yunjiao found it hard to ignore them. He had sent someone to her side to ensure her safety, considering that the details of the incident at the Emperial Palace Hotel that night could not withstand scrutiny. He had to take preventive measures.
"Both of you can leave first," said the Third Young Master to Hou Chuan and Hou Zhi in a low voice.
The two immediately left the room.
In the spacious lounge, only Hou Yunjiao and Qin Ruan remained.
Hou Yunjiao sat up straight, his arms on the table and his hands clasped together. He looked at the girl sitting opposite him with gentle eyes, and his thin lips parted slightly. "Ruan Ruan, can I call you that?"
Qin Ruan nodded. Her father, elder brother, and second brother also called her that.
"You're still young, and although your belly isn't showing yet, there might be some mistakes. Hou Zhi grew up in the Hou family, and she is trustworthy. With her by your side, I can rest assured."
"So she'll follow me to school too? I don't like being overly scrutinized; it's not good."
Qin Ruan was not prepared to obey if it didn't suit her interests and convenience.
"Hou Zhi knows how to keep a distance. She won't always be following you around. You won't see her around you, but if you need her, she will appear."
Hou Yunjiao was patient with Qin Ruan, which was rare. If it were someone else from the Hou family or a younger generation, he would have given them a direct order.
"If you don't obey, there are many ways to achieve the goal, why bother persuading so much?"
"I'm not used to it." Qin Ruan lowered her eyes and played with her phone that she hadn't unlocked since she got off the car and entered the hospital.
"I'm afraid you will be in danger. I'll feel more at ease if someone is with you." Hou Yunjiao's expression softened. "Ruan Ruan, be a good girl?"
If there were other people present, they would be able to hear the hint of coaxing in the tone of the Third Young Master.
Hou Yunjiao was also somewhat helpless. Qin Ruan seemed simple, but her thoughts were unfathomable. Even he couldn't understand her.
She had too many secrets that she inadvertently revealed.
Qin Ruan had originally been prepared to firmly refuse. Having more people around her would make it inconvenient for her to act in the future.
But because of Hou Yunjiao's last sentence, she couldn't help but recall certain memories.
"Be a good girl—"
Why did this sentence sound so irresistible to her?
Hou Yunjiao's handsome face was gentle, his brows and eyes were smiling.
There was always a faint smile on his lips, his eyes had a deep gaze as if he wanted to engrave her in his heart.
The gentle smile and the overflowing affection in his eyes were so tempting that one could easily fall for it.
If one didn't know better, they would think that the Third Young Master had deep feelings for the young girl in front of him.
(End of Chapter)
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