The Noble Womans Guide On How to Tease Ones Husband Chapter 52
Translated by: Oinkoink
Proofread by: SilkScreen
This novel is only hosted on Foxaholic, copies found elsewhere are either stolen or plagiarized.
Instead of going south to Yuzhou, Chu Jinglan chose Yanzhou which was closer to Northern Land and farther away from Wangdu when he arranged their evacuation route, which fundantal reason can summarize into three words The Shen-Ce Army.
The matter about this army could be traced back to ten years ago. At that ti, billowing smoke filled the borders of Chu Country with upheaval of the Yi tribe in the north and intrusion of the Rong tribe in the west. The late emperor ordered his younger brother, Chu Rong to lead his troops to suppress the foreign invaders. Trudging thousands of miles to the west border, he led the Shen-Ce Army to fight the bloody battles against the strong and mighty Rong tribe for several months. He finally destroyed them and brought the current peace to the west. Henceforth, the impressive reputation of the Shen-Ce Army spread widely and beca known to everybody.
Regrettably, Chu Rong was stabbed in the abdominal cavity by the enemy during the battle of Lingxiao Pass and passed away shortly after. Chu Jinglan then inherited his legacy and led the 100 thousand Shen-Ce Army to conquer the capital of the Rong tribe, where he beheaded the savage king to assuage his uncles soul in heaven. After the battle, he personally transported his uncles coffin back to Wangdu, thousands of miles away, and the Shen-Ce Army followed the lead of Chu Jinglan ever since then.
Everyone thought the Shen-Ce Army achieved divinity in one battle, but nobody knew the price they had to pay was not small either. Out of the 100 thousand troops, only over 60 thousand survived death, injuries or illnesses. A group was later reassigned because of a shortage of soldiers in Northern Land and only 30 thousand remained in Wangdu. After Chu Sanghuai falsified the imperial decree and ascended the throne, he and his family imdiately joined forces with Wang Xie to massacre these 30 thousand soldiers in the na of treason; hence, the once invincible Shen-Ce Army died just like that in the hands of their own people, which was extrely tragic.
When Chu Jinglan first heard this bad news, his grief was unbearable that he vomited blood on more than one occasion. After he buckled up, he started to secretly contact his old subordinates. Fortunately, a group of the Shen-Ce Army was transferred to Northern Land and although they were scattered, they are still right under his nose. His effort was at least not wasted and he took upon himself to secretly train his troops under the pretext of shielding in Northern Land.
And the one who shot Deng Tianguan was among them.
Though there were rely a few thousand people this ti, it was difficult to sneak them into Jingzhou from Northern Land; thus, Yanzhousituated in betweenplayed a decisive role. This is the fiefdom of Chu Rongs son, Chu Zhenghe. From the provincial governor to the county magistrates, none dares to offend him. So, he secretly sent the Shen-Ce Army to Jingzhou.
All these years, he seems to be an idler in Yanzhou but in reality he is just as aggrieved as Chu Jinglan over the annihilation of the Shen-Ce Army. He doesnt want his fathers painstaking efforts buried, so he supported Chu Jinglans actions in secret by supplying provisions and funds to the Shen-Ce Army, as well as doing all the necessary cover up.
At this mont, he is sitting inside Chu Jinglans study with his legs crossed and one foot poised in mid-air.
Look at you. Its not easy for you to make a trip to my place, yet youre always showing a deadpan face. Havent the problems in Jingzhou been resolved? The remnants of Deng Tianguans troops and Chang Xin are fighting in full swing, so just let them fight. The royal court will dispatch troops to clear them up once you have reported to the royal court when you return to Wangdu. So, what are you zealously worrying about?
Tang Qingfeng was dripping sweat as he listened by the side. Perhaps only Chu Zhenghe dares to address Chu Jinglan like this.
As expected, Chu Jinglan did not get angry but rely asked with a cold face, what are you doing here? Has the Shen-Ce Army left Yanzhou safely?
Hearing that, Chu Zhenghes dashing eyebrows rose, as if he was subjected to a dubious query.
With here, are you still afraid that they wont be able to return to Northern Land? As to what I am doing here Obviously to ask you to go out and have fun. There are plenty of amusing things to do in Yanzhous Jiucheng 12th Road. Whats the fun of staying in a stifling mansion? After fighting the battles with my dad for several years, even your temperant has truly beco like his!
When Chu Rong was ntioned, Chu Jinglans face slightly mollified yet he still ignored his languorous remarks. He only asked in a stiff voice, did you find the dical officer I asked you to find?
Found. As a matter of fact, I brought the person along when I ca to look for you today Hey! Where are you going?
Without saying a word, Chu Jinglan simply flicked his sleeves and walked directly out of the study. Raising the tip of his eyebrows, Chu Zhenghe was about to follow when he was stopped by the bitter-faced Tang Qingfeng.
Junwang[1], Wangye may have gone to see Wangfei. You better not stir up any more trouble for him.
These words sounded sowhat presumptuous, yet Chu Zhenghe did not take any offense; instead he asked incredulously, isnt his marriage to that woman, by decree? When has he set his heart on her?
Ai This subordinate is unclear, too. You should ask Wangye yourself later.
Tang Qingfeng hurriedly chased after Chu Jinglan once he finished speaking. Chu Zhenghe stared at their backs when a sudden faint interest flashed in his eyes. He stroked his chin for a mont and decided to et Lan Wangfei so other day.
The moon on the tip of the branches cast oblique sparse shadows while scattered voices resounded within the narrow courtyard.
Today is the fifth day Ye Huaiyang regained consciousness. Chu Jinglan who had been constantly keeping watch by the bedside without leaving a step unexpectedly never appeared after she woke up. He rely asked the dical officer to report her condition to him on ti. Ye Huaiyangs illness kept recurring these few days and in fits of anger, he dismissed several dical officers. So when he heard Chu Zhenghe brought soone new over, he couldnt help but want to co and check her condition.
Only after quickly walking through the nurous quiet and narrow winding corridors did he realize he didnt have any lamp in his hand, but his steps did not falter as he strode towards the light source in front of him. Once he reached the vicinity, he suddenly stood frozen outside when an abrupt male voice resounded behind the slightly shut door.
Your body is still weak. So, what is it that you have to say now? Besides, us eting like this really does not conform to etiquette
The mans voice sounds sowhat embarrassed but the person on the other side didnt care and even laughed lightly.
Havent seen for just a few days and Yuanshu is back to his old self again. I thought you would have a great awakening after experiencing this adversity.
What great awakening? The social etiquette must not be abandoned! Pei Yuanshu fixedly glared at her, seemingly a little irritated, Im going back if you dont tell what the matter is.
Its nothing. I just want to thank you personally. Ye Huaiyang shifted her entangled bandages on her left leg with an extrely laborious movent. The dical officer said it was fortunate that this was dealt urgently beforehand, otherwise, the recovery would certainly be slow.
But the situation now is still not any faster!
Having that thought in mind, Pei Yuanshu said with a helpless look, Dont need to thank . I only hope that after we return to Wangdu, you can say so good words in front of Huailing lest I get more scolding.
Raising her eyebrows, Ye Huaiyang said, Why dont you simply let conceal this for you?
It was precisely my fault for leaving you alone by the mountain stream. Moreover, what a man has done is done, and its pointless to cover it up. This is against this gentlemans principle.
Pursing her lips with a smile, Ye Huaiyangs pale cheeks blushed but were rapidly brushed off by a rush of coughing. Yueya hurriedly handed over so warm water. After swallowing several mouthfuls, it barely suppressed the cough. With her back covered in sweat, she leaned on the bed for a long while without saying a word.
Seeing this, Pei Yuanshu hurriedly said, Its late. You should get so rest. I
Yuanshu, Ye Huaiyang interrupted him softly. Raising her head slowly, the phoenix eyes were amiably clear, tell , what did you see at the foot of the mountain that day?
Pei Yuanshus expression changed slightly. The reservation and tension caused by the coexistence of man and woman in the sa room vanished instantly and replaced with a profound sense of caution.
At that ti, he saw the unscathed Chu Jinglan and the shadow guards, as well as the clean-without-an-enemy-in-sight Wushan. If he himself had not experienced the previous scene of assault, he almost would have thought Deng Tianguan was the one who was ambushed and lured to death.
Deng Tianguan was indeed dead and his death was downright strange, as if their group of people had attained divine help.
He would have believed it if he was a country bumpkin but regrettably he was not. He knows there must be sothing hidden behind Chu Jinglan but he does not wish to probe into it, just as he doesnt want to comply with Chu Sanghuais order to wait for an opportunity and fra Chu Jinglan. He has righteousness in his heart.
With Pei Yuanshus intelligence, Ye Huaiyang knew he would definitely be able to see any inkling. She, nevertheless, does not know what he is thinking and at this very mont she needs him to have a clear standpoint.
No matter what you have seen, I dont want them to be presented in front of the Emperor as they are. Do you understand?
Pei Yuanshu fell silent all of a sudden. He looked straight at Ye Huaiyang for a spell before saying, is this why you called here today?
She didnt say a word. The shadow from the lotus lamp fell onto layers of swaying thin silk bed canopy, reflecting her calm water-like pair of eyes, which were attentively hardened and shrewdly calculative.
What surprised him is that he doesnt loathe her, who has such proficient scheming.
Pei Yuanshu sighed inwardly. He has yet to speak when the door behind was abruptly pushed open. Turning his head, a furious Chu Jinglan appeared in front of him. With great alarm, his shaking legs knelt down but before his knees hit the ground, two extrely cold words were heard.
Get out.
The air was filled with piercing chillness that Pei Yuanshu didnt even dare to take a deep breath. He rushed out from the side of the door in a slightly disordered gait after he was done with the salutation. In stark contrast, the person on the bed was like a green mountain in autumn water, where the slightly raised clear and calmly luster eyes fell into Chu Jinglans sight.
His anger however didnt cease a fraction due to this.
You have been lying in bed for five days and you called him over as soon as you can sit up simply to cover this matter for ?
Propping her body up slightly, Ye Huaiyang whispered to him, Jinglan
A tiger-shaped dallion suddenly hit the bottom of the bed with an extrely heavy noise. Chu Jinglan then strode in front of her, the hem of his robe swiveled in the wind as it gathered along boundless anger that surged towards Ye Huaiyang.
So what if he knows about these 30 thousand Shen-Ce Army or my utmost desire to beco the emperor? I, Chu Jinglan, have been in power for decades and quelled countless storms; thus, what can a re Pei Yuanshu do to ? Is there a need to drag your sickly body to threaten him? If you really have much vitality, why didnt you co and ask the reason for probing you up to this point and hurting you so much?
Ye Huaiyang raised her lips and smiled lightly, her voice was extrely light, What is there to ask? You probed out because you want to trust and, wanting to trust since you have in your heart.
Chu Jinglan froze abruptly, his heart seed shrouded by the drizzle of late spring and only got dampened.
She has always been delicate and tender. With such a long wound that aches constantly, she has not even voiced out half a word of reproach, just because she finds out that she has already entered his heart and this kind of joy seems able to soothe all the pain.
This knowledge made him particularly distressed.
If the price of eliminating his inner demon is to lose her, he will never forgive himself in this lifeti.
Chu Jinglan closed his eyes as a gush of fear filled his heart. This feeling has yet to quell down when violent coughs suddenly sounded in his ears. He abruptly opened his eyes and saw Ye Huaiyang lying weakly by the bedside with knitted brows as she muffled her intention to vomit.
Whats the matter?
Young Miss has been unwell since this morning and has vomited all the dicine she took in
Yueyas heart was frantic as she kept wiping Ye Huaiyangs sweat. Frowning deeply, Chu Jinglan strode forward and picked her up. The scalding temperature made his heart constrict all of a sudden. He imdiately ordered, Go get the dical officer!
Yes! As if woken from a dream, Yueya hurriedly ran out of the courtyard.
[1] (Jn wng) Prefecture King / County King. Prince of 2nd rank.
If you like my translation, do leave a comnt or buy
Thank you for your support!
Reviews
All reviews (0)