Chapter 212: Conspiracy and Trap
Translator: 549690339
“What’s going on?” Su Wenyue had just asked, when she saw Han Yu’s disheveled appearance, his fatigued complexion, and the bloodshot eyes, she stopped mid-sentence.
“Husband, what happened to you? How did you get into such a state?” Su Wenyue looked at Han Yu with distress, no longer concerned with questioning at the mont, but rather had servants bring water and food so that Han Yu could wash up and eat sothing first.
“Have you eaten enough? Have so more soup,” Su Wenyue said as she personally scooped a bowl of soup and brought it to Han Yu, watching until he had finished it.
“Husband, haven’t you rested these past few days? Otherwise, why would you be so exhausted?” After seeing Han Yu had eaten, Su Wenyue finally began to inquire about what had happened in the last few days.
Seeing Su Wenyue’s question, Han Yu didn’t hide the truth but gave a rough account of the events, albeit skimming over so dangerous and infuriating details to spare Su Wenyue from worry.
“This is roughly what happened, my daughter-in-law, don’t worry. Aunt Li and the others were alard by rumors in the camp, thinking sothing had happened to . But here I am, back safe and sound. You must believe that your husband is capable. I still have to provide for you and our child in the future, I won’t let anything happen to ,” Han Yu reassured his wife, seeing the concern still evident on her face.
Understanding the situation, Su Wenyue knew Han Yu indeed had the ability. Given that he had risen to the position of Pri Minister in his previous life, he must be capable of handling military affairs, which eased her mind. She then began discussing the affairs at ho with Han Yu.
Regarding the Currency Reform, Han Yu also showed a disapproving expression, “Now the Imperial Court is controlled by treacherous officials; the laws they implent are impractical, not only failing to serve their purpose but also causing the commoners untold suffering.”
“Exactly, nowadays on the market, you always see people lanting their inability to get by. With the Imperial Court in turmoil, it’s the commoners below who suffer the most. Our family would be in the sa boat, worrying about how to get through our days if we hadn’t made preparations early.”
Su Wenyue then brought up Mada He’s issue to Han Yu. He was aware of the previous two occasions when Mada He had co to borrow food, but he hadn’t expected her to have such thick skin to co again, disturbing his daughter-in-law’s peace. Seeing the disgust on his wife’s face, he knew Mada He must have caused quite the fuss.
“Daughter-in-law, just ignore people like her in the future. Don’t spoil your mood. Speaking of which, He Donghai is a reasonable person; how he ended up with a daughter-in-law like that, causing unrest at ho and even making a spectacle of herself outside…”
At this, Han Yu couldn’t help but appreciate having married such a good daughter-in-law who managed everything so well that he didn’t need to worry at all. If it wasn’t for his wife’s foresight in reminding his parents early, they wouldn’t have had such a favorable outco.
“Enough about that. You haven’t rested well these past few days. Have a good sleep, and we’ll talk once you’ve regained your energy.”
“Then let’s sleep together.” Han Yu knew that his wife had also been restless lately and must have not rested well. He decided to pull Su Wenyue down to sleep with him.
The sleep lasted more than an hour. When Han Yu woke up, Su Wenyue was still asleep. Thinking about how she hadn’t rested well in the past few days, Han Yu didn’t wake her up and let her continue sleeping, while he went to the study room.
“Who’s there!” The mont Han Yu entered the study, he instantly sensed sothing amiss. A shadow flitted by and escaped through the Window. By the ti he gave chase, there was no trace to be found.
Han Yu’s expression turned grave. The intruder’s skills were too impressive; he might not have been completely confident in coming out on top in a confrontation. What was most troubling was the intruder’s exceptional light-footedness, making it impossible to catch up, and the daylight intrusion into his study was tantamount to a provocation. Clearly, the ho’s defenses needed reinforcent; a few caretakers sent by his mother-in-law were insufficient. Although they could handle ordinary people, they were no match for soone with specialized training.
He couldn’t fathom the intruder’s purpose. With such skills, the person was clearly not an average thief and would not be after ordinary things.
Thinking of the two Art of War books, Han Yu’s expression beca inscrutable. Could the intruder be after these books? But apart from himself, only his wife knew of them, and it was impossible for the information to have leaked. Returning to the study, Han Yu scanned the room and found nothing missing nor signs of disturbance, except for a few sheets of paper added to the table.
Han Yu picked them up to examine, his expression growing increasingly enigmatic and even more somber. He surmised the origin and intentions of the docunts, finding himself sowhat puzzled. The information needed verification.
If true, the schers behind it were exceptionally vile, deploying such tactics against him. They clearly wanted to eliminate him as a threat, seeing his existence as an obstacle. Considering what he had encountered this ti, wasn’t their intention obvious? However, to eliminate him wouldn’t be an easy task! Han Yu grasped the docunts tightly, his face showing a determination and ferocity Su Wenyue had never seen.
Han Yu then scrutinized the docunts on the table from top to bottom, not overlooking any detail, and committed everything to mory. If the news and materials were legitimate, they could significantly aid him. Nonetheless, even with his confidence, venturing into a deliberate plot without full preparation could an not coming out unscathed—or making it back alive. Perhaps the one who sent these docunts and information was looking to assist him. Could it explain why the Man in Black, who could have infiltrated the study unnoticed at night, chose this particular mont, ensuring his discovery?
But the pressing matter was not to speculate about the sender’s intentions or identity; rather, it was to verify the credibility of the news and information and plan accordingly against their traps and sches, mitigating the looming danger.
Thinking this, Han Yu imdiately penned a letter and handed it to a caretaker, sending it to the Su Family. At the mont, only his wife’s parents’ ho could assist him in swiftly verifying the authenticity of these docunts while being utterly trustworthy.
After dispatching the letter to the Su Family, Han Yu made so corresponding arrangents and then heard the familiar footsteps at the door, so he had to lay down his pen.
“Daughter-in-law, why have you co? Be careful.” Han Yu had specifically instructed servants to accompany Su Wenyue until she woke and could be inford, but instead, Su Wenyue ca by herself. He quickly went over to assist her.
“It’s alright. The doctor said I can’t just lie down all the ti; I should move around a bit. I just ca over to check on you,” reassured by Han Yu’s presence, Su Wenyue dismissed the servants by her side and allowed Han Yu to help her sit down.
“You go on with your work; don’t mind . I’ll just sit here,” Su Wenyue said, her gaze drifting across the table to a few plates of snacks,
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