Chapter 248: His wife is really not simple

 Chapter 248: His wife is really not simple

Huo Zhi stood up from the ground with lingering fear, bowed slightly to Hou Yunjiao who was sitting at the desk, and then left the study.

Huo Chuan closed the door behind her from inside.

Standing outside the study, Huo Zhi felt cold sweat breaking out on her back.

Her heart was beating rapidly with nervousness and fear. If San Ye punished her again today, she might lose her life.

The injuries she suffered in the punishment hall a while ago still had not fully healed, torturing her every day.

Although she feared Second Master's cruelty, at least she was still alive.

If Hou Yunjiao took action, it would not be as simple as just drawing blood.

Huo Zhi stood still and calmly collected her emotions, then walked towards the master bedroom.

Inside the study.

Huo Chuan respectfully placed the information he had prepared early on in front of Huo Yunjiao.

"Third Young Master, Lu Wenbin is a disciple of the Yuxing Sect and has a certain degree of influence within the sect. Qiao Nanyuan and Qiao Jiushitou are from the Maoshan Sect. These three people all met the madam when they went to Qishan. They have had several contacts with the madam since returning to the capital. Although their backgrounds seem clean, as practitioners of the occult, they still have various connections with some families."

Huo Yunjiao placed his hand on the information but did not open it to read. Instead, he showed a curious expression on his face.

Qishan, Ling Family.

Now there are also the Maoshan Sect and Yuxing Sect.

Hou Yunjiao couldn't help but curl his lips.

His wife is really not simple.

It has only been a short while, and she has already made connections with so many people.

None of them are simple.

The Ling Family is one of the aristocratic families, a well-known actor, a practitioner of the occult, and they have also attracted the attention of the Criminal Investigation Bureau.

It seems that all the changes in Qin Ruan's life began that night at the Imperial Palace Hotel.

Huo Yunjiao tapped his finger on the information, lost in thought.

What happened during that time that made Qin Ruan undergo such a big change?

Huo Chuan has been following Hou Yunjiao for many years and understands his temperament and character.

For things and people that cannot be controlled, the master always strives for perfection.

He couldn't help but probe, "master, do you want to send someone to investigate Madam?"

Huo Yunjiao raised his head, his emotionless eyes piercing directly at him.

This glance made Huo Chuan feel a coldness from the bottom of his feet to his heart.

"You're idle?" Hou Yunjiao lips curved slightly, with a smile that was not quite a smile.

However, the light in his eyes slightly darkened, and the sense of oppression was overwhelming.

"I know my mistake!" Huo Chuan bent down, about to kneel.

Hou Yunjiao waved his hand: "Enough, don't use this trick, how's the Su family recently?"

Huo Chuan stopped and straightened his body, saying with lingering fear, "The Su family has not made any big moves for the time being."

"Then they're constantly making small moves?"

"Yes, I heard that the Su family is looking for a marriage partner for Miss Su Jingshu."

"Oh? Just been rejected by the Huo family and already so anxious?" San Ye's lips curved mockingly, his voice slow.

Huo Chuan said, "The major families in the capital have not responded to the Su family's invitation, and all of them are avoiding it."

Huo Yunjiao picked up the documents next to him and put them in the drawer.

He casually asked, "What is Su Jingshu's attitude?"

"She has not responded, but she has not refused either. It seems that she is letting her family arrange it."

San Ye closed the drawer, stood up, and straightened the cuffs of his shirt.

He sneered, "It's surprising that they could come up with this idea. The current Su family leader has nothing but water in his head. Su Jingshu is a better woman than him!"

Huo Chuan dared not respond to this.

Hou Yunjiao snorted, "Su Jingshu is a bit ruthless, but she has some brains. Unfortunately, she has no limits to achieve her goals, and her methods are despicable."

"..." Huo Chuan remained silent.

Huo Yunjiao didn't need his response.

He said in a low voice, "Keep an eye on the Su family and don't let them harm Madam."

"Okay." 

Huo Yunjiao knew that the Su family was not peaceful, but it wasn't time to deal with them yet. 

The general election was coming up next year, and it was best for the major families to stay quiet for now. 

If the Su family were to act recklessly, who knew how many innocent people would suffer, and it would cause a ripple effect that would affect various parties. 

For now, the best thing the Huo family could do was to suppress the Su family and prevent them from causing trouble. 

This matter was temporarily entrusted to the second young master, who was the most suitable person to handle the Su family's problems. 

After all, Su Jingshu, the daughter of the Su family, had brought a huge humiliation to him. 

...

Qin Ruan pushed open the door and saw Huo Zhi standing outside with a standard posture, her expression as inscrutable as usual. 

Qin Ruan closed the door and slung her bag over her shoulder. She asked, "Is Third brother still in the study?" 

"Yes, Madam." Huo Zhi's reply was as formal as her expression. 

Qin Ruan glanced at Huo Zhi. No matter how she looked at her, she was a beauty. 

But this beauty had no vitality at all. She seemed to be born without any expression. 

This was probably the nth time Qin Ruan had thought this in her heart. 

She said in a light tone, "Let's go and say hello. We're going to school now." 

"Okay." Huo Zhi followed behind her, and the two of them walked towards the study, one in front and one behind. 

As soon as they reached the door of the study, Huo Yunjiao pushed it open from the inside. 

When he saw Qin Ruan, who had changed her clothes and had a bag slung over her shoulder, Hou Yunjiao's expression paused for a moment. 

His cold expression instantly softened, and his gaze became much gentler. 

"Are you going to school?" 

Qin Ruan nodded without noticing his momentary change of expression. "Yes, just letting you know." 

"Go ahead, be careful on the way."

Qin Ruan nodded cleverly, "Got it."

Hou Yunjiao leaned against the door frame of the study, prepared to see Qin Ruan off.

His hair was a little messy, and he lifted his hand to push back the strands that fell over his forehead, but the semi-long hair slipped through his fingers again.

His chin lifted slightly, and his thin lips curled into a restrained curve.

His actions seemed casual and natural, but in Qin Ruan's eyes, they had an indescribable sex appeal.

Whether in terms of appearance or his innate noble status, Huo Yunjiao made countless women fall for him.

Hou Yunjiao represented the entire Huo family, which held the power to speak in the cabinet and controlled the major families in the capital city.

For a man with such power, status, and looks, which woman wouldn't be moved?

If a woman could climb onto Huo Yunjiao's bed, it would be like ascending to heaven.

Seeing Qin Ruan's absent-minded gaze, Third Master lifted his palm and tapped her forehead, calling her back to reality, "What are you thinking about? Aren't you supposed to go to school?"

"Uh-huh."

Qin Ruan responded belatedly and turned to leave.

Her movements were quick, but they carried an imperceptible sense of panic.

She heard Hou Yunjiao low chuckle behind her.

Qin Ruan quickened her pace.

...

Shengshi University.

Qin Ruan walked into the school and met Lu Yichen, who was hurrying along.

"You're a fellow student?" Lu Yichen's expression was surprised when he saw Qin Ruan, and his eyes widened slightly.

He glanced down at Qin Ruan's belly, and a strange expression flashed in his eyes.

According to reason, the Huo family knew that Qin Ruan was pregnant with Third Young Master's child, the most important legitimate grandson of the Huo family.

Neither the Huo Patriarch nor Third Young Master should have allowed Qin Ruan to come to school.

Shengshi University appeared to be dispute-free, but it was not the case.

(End of this chapter)