Chapter 295: Third Young Master Can't Bear Qin Ruan's Sacrifice

 Chapter 295: Third Young Master Can't Bear Qin Ruan's Sacrifice

Qin Ruan felt like she was about to fall. Hou Yunjiao was like a cunning fox, constantly taking advantage of her. Although he was fundamentally an indifferent and arrogant person, he showed great patience towards her. His gentle and seductive voice would soothe her, making it difficult for her to refuse him. If she hadn't been presumptuous, Hou Yunjiao was probably teasing or seducing her just now. As it turned out, Qin Ruan didn't overthink it, and Hou Yunjiao was merely teasing her. Qin Ruan had just put on a solemn expression, appearing obedient and innocent, as if she wanted to be bullied. He wanted to see how she would react. So he casually flirted, and unexpectedly, it had a good effect. Hou Yunjiao walked out of the bathroom, wearing champagne-colored silk pajamas. His hair was smooth and damp, indicating that he had blow-dried it in the bathroom. While he was taking a shower, Qin Ruan also went to the guest bedroom for a bath. Because of the commotion in the Rong family, she still had a faint smell of decay lingering on her. It was quite a coincidence. Qin Ruan had changed into her pajamas after her shower, and it turned out to be the same style as Hou Yunjiao's. Both of them were wearing champagne-colored silk pajamas. She obediently sat on Hou Yunjiao's bed, twiddling her fingers, waiting for the person in the bathroom to come out. When she heard the sound of the bathroom door, she immediately looked up. Hou Yunjiao's gaze met hers, and they both noticed that they were wearing champagne-colored pajamas, which caused a hint of surprise to flicker in their eyes. Hou Yunjiao's lips curled up, and a hint of joy shone in his eyes. Qin Ruan's beautiful and clear eyes sparkled with innocent surprise, warming the hearts of those who looked at her. Suppressing the perverse thoughts that surged in his heart, Hou Yunjiao calmly walked to the other side of the bed and pulled back the thin blanket to lie down. Seeing that Qin Ruan was still sitting on the edge of the bed, he patted the spot next to him and said, "Let's sleep together tonight. If you're not sleepy, we can chat. How about it?" Qin Ruan's expression had already returned to normal. She took off her casual shoes and lay on the other side of the bed. On the spacious bed, there was enough space for another person between them. Knowing that Qin Ruan's actions seemed natural but her inner self was nervous, Hou Yunjiao didn't approach her abruptly. He leaned against the headboard and picked up the tablet that was placed on the bedside table, playing a soothing instrumental music. The tranquil room was filled with the melodic sound of gentle music, easing the tension in Qin Ruan's heart. Neither of them spoke first. Seeing her twiddling her fingers, Huo Yunjiao pitied her and took the initiative to bring up a topic. "Ruan Ruan, what kind of wedding do you want?" Wedding? Before Huo Yunjiao mentioned it tonight, Qin Ruan had never thought about this question. They had already registered their marriage with each other, which was considered getting married. As for a wedding, she didn't have much desire for it. It could be said to be optional. Seeing her tormenting her fingers, Hou Yunjiao couldn't bear to watch. He held Qin Ruan's small hand in his and asked, "Have you never thought about this question?" "Mm." Qin Ruan lowered her head, gazing at Hou Yunjiao's slender and fair fingers enveloping her own hand, and her nervous heart completely settled. She raised her eyes and met Huo Yunjiao's profound gaze. "Is it necessary to have a wedding?" "You are Mrs. Huo, the wife of Hou family's third young master." Hou Yunjiao's voice was deep. He didn't explicitly say that a wedding was necessary, but his words clearly indicated to Qin Ruan that a wedding must be held. Qin Ruan understood it and nodded gently, indicating her understanding. The Huo family was different, and their relationship had to be made public. "It's up to you. I have no objections." Qin Ruan's voice was cold and indifferent, showing no expectations for the wedding in her words. A smile appeared in Hou Yunjiao's eyes, and his tone carried indescribable tenderness. "The wedding will definitely be held, but Ruan Ruan, you need to understand that after marrying me, you are a part of the Hou family, not some unsightly existence." "I know." Qin Ruan nodded. "You don't know," Hou Yunjiao pinched her hand. "I hope this wedding will be to your liking. Marriage is a lifelong matter, and I don't want you to have any regrets." Qin Ruan's heart stirred slightly, and she tilted her head to look at the man beside her. "So, does that mean the wedding doesn't have to be held in the short term?" "Yes, this wedding belongs to you and me. I hope you can be happy, not just go through the motions. If you don't want to have the wedding too soon, we can postpone it. Whenever you feel like having this formal ceremony, I will fulfill any requirements you have for the wedding." After all, Qin Ruan was still young, and Hou Yunjiao selfishly wanted to give her a grand and unforgettable wedding, something that she would remember for a lifetime. Ideally, he wanted it to be so memorable that if there ever came a day when he was no longer around, Qin Ruan would remember his existence through the grandeur of that wedding. Hou Yunjiao wouldn't tell Qin Ruan about these thoughts. He didn't want her to be swayed by other men in the future. He didn't have a deeply profound emotional attachment to her, but he did have a possessiveness over his woman. He would never reveal this little scheme to Qin Ruan. "Then let's postpone it, or we can wait until after the child is born," Qin Ruan expressed her own thoughts. Once she had a wedding with Hou Yunjiao, the entire capital city would know her identity. With a prestigious family like the Hou family, various forces would have their eyes on her. In the future, she would inevitably encounter unavoidable troubles due to the spiritual energy she collected. "Okay, we'll go with your decision." Hou Yunjiao's eyes were tender, and his face was indulgent. Qin Ruan relaxed. However, in the next moment, her heart was stirred by his words again. "It seems like Ruan Ruan enjoys dealing with puppets?" he asked. Qin Ruan straightened her body, and the hand in Third Master's palm involuntarily tightened. Hou Yunjiao seemed oblivious to her reaction. His fingers gently caressed Qin Ruan's small hand, carrying a hint of reassurance. "You were busy late into the night three times, even staying overnight at Xiao Yingdi's house, then with the Qiao family's master and disciple, and now with the Rong family father and son." "Three times?" Qin Ruan didn't remember. Hou Yunjiao looked at her innocent and beautiful face and sighed softly, almost inaudibly. "The first time was at Xiao Yingdi's house, the second time was staying with the Qiao family's master and disciple, and the third time was with the Rong family father and son. Ruan Ruan, even if you can see those things as a young girl, you shouldn't be so obsessed. How much do you actually enjoy dealing with those things?" On this matter, Hou Yunjiao genuinely didn't understand. Qin Ruan was still so young, and when she mentioned the deceased spirits to Lu Han last time, her calm and indifferent demeanor had left a deep impression on him. If it were any other person, even a bold girl, dealing with those things would cause a certain level of fright. He had some understanding from his past encounters with Ling Xu, but women who truly delved into the mystical realm were few and far between. Most of them had a Yin energy in their fate and were in constant contact with those malevolent spirits and puppets. It not only affected their physical health but also influenced their life span. Qin Ruan leaned against the headboard, tilting her head to gaze at the crystal chandelier in the room and complained, "I don't enjoy dealing with them either." If there were choices available, she would also like to lie in bed every day, eating and drinking lazily, living a carefree life. She couldn't mention these things to her father, eldest brother, or second brother. But in front of Hou Yunjiao, she could express her feelings without reservation. Huo Yunjiao chuckled. "If you don't like it, why bother? The Hou family can afford to support you." His main concern was Qin Ruan's health. This girl's physical condition wasn't great, and she was internally deficient. Qin Ruan shook her head. "It's because of other reasons." "Not because of money?" Hou Yunjiao furrowed his brows slightly, looking somewhat surprised. "No," Qin Ruan denied. She couldn't tell him the true reasons behind her actions. Sensing that she didn't want to say, Huo Yunjiao asked, "Since it's not because of interest or money, does the reason for doing this have to be important?" "Yes," Qin Ruan stared into his eyes, her tone serious. "It's very important." It concerned her and the child's life and death, as well as whether the man before her could live a long life. As long as she was there, Hou Yunjiao would not die prematurely like in their past lives. So, for her own lifespan, for the long-term companionship with her child, and for Huo Yunjiao's peaceful end, she had to deal with malevolent spirits and puppets year-round. "Alright," Hou Yunjiao didn't say much more. He overlooked the slight displeasure that arose in his heart due to Qin Ruan's lack of honesty. Everyone has secrets, and the reason Qin Ruan didn't tell him was that he hadn't reached a point where she could trust him completely. He was patient and would eventually wait for the day when Qin Ruan would confess. Qin Ruan relaxed her hand and held Hou Yunjiao's slender fingers. "There was a reason why I touched your bed while you were asleep." "Could it be that you were attracted to my beauty?" Rarely did Third Master initiate a joke, as he used Qin Ruan's hand to touch his own face, his tone teasing. "I'm talking about something serious." Qin Ruan pulled her hand back slightly, but couldn't completely withdraw it. Her face showed a hint of embarrassment. "We are discussing serious matters," Hou Yunjiao replied. He enjoyed the lively expressions on Qin Ruan's face, which brought a unique sense of delight to his heart. Unaware of his twisted sense of humor, Qin Ruan deliberately kept a straight face and said earnestly, "Third Master, the entanglement between the purple aura and the black malevolent energy on your body is deep. They oppose each other but are inseparable, so for now, we can only share life and death." "One righteous, one malevolent?" Hou Yunjiao's voice was indifferent. That comparison was not entirely incorrect, and Qin Ruan nodded in agreement. "The purple aura and malevolent energy cannot coexist. If they do, it will gradually deplete your lifespan. Between the two, there will inevitably be one's life and the other's death. Once the purple aura is engulfed by the black mist, the dangers you will face at that time will be unimaginable. Given time, when I find the source of the malevolent energy, I will completely eliminate it. By then, your body will no longer be threatened." Hou Yunjiao's gentle gaze dimmed slightly. "A few days ago, I felt uncomfortable before going to bed. I had difficulty breathing and felt weak all over. But the next day when I woke up, I was full of energy and felt completely comfortable. I had an endless supply of strength in my body." "Ruan Ruan, what exactly did you do to me before?" Uncomfortable with her hand not being held, Qin Ruan unconsciously touched her nose. "The previous two times when you were asleep, I combed through the purple aura that was heavily suppressed by the black energy. During the night, your body is at its weakest. As long as I comb through it every few days, it will slow down the speed at which the black energy devours the purple aura. I believe we will find the cause in the future and resolve it completely." (End of this chapter)