allonlinenovel Chapter 257: Witnessing What a Real Emotional Scammer Is
Chapter 257: Witnessing What a Real Emotional Scammer Is
Wei Wenshu showed no shame whatsoever and handled the situation with ease.
"The guest room that Miss Zhai arranged for Shu'er is only a few steps away from your courtyard, sir. Shu'er had too much to drink and got lost when she came out, so she went the wrong way. Please don't blame me, sir."
After speaking, she curtsied gracefully, raised her eyes like autumn water, and gave Zhai Jiqing a cold and indifferent look.
Her long eyelashes seemed to still be glistening with tears.
She looks strong yet pitiful.
When Zhai Jiqing thought of how she had been deceived in his previous life, he was immediately filled with a desire for revenge.
Since this woman became more determined despite setbacks, he pretended not to understand despite his repeated refusals.
Then let's turn the tables on them.
Wasn't she trying to get closer to him?
Give her this chance.
Once Wei Wenshu thinks she has the upper hand, she'll dump her and show her what a real emotional con artist is like!
Isn't it just acting?
Consider it a rehearsal for entering officialdom in advance.
Thinking of this, a smile appeared on Zhai Jiqing's handsome face.
Where is the thief?
"Miss Wei, don't be afraid, take me to see."
When Wei Wenshu saw that he had suddenly softened his attitude towards her, unlike how he had kept her at arm's length at the banquet, she couldn't help but sneer inwardly.
She was absolutely right.
Zhai Jiqing puts on a cold and aloof demeanor in front of outsiders, but he is a completely different person in private.
It's really boring.
However, this kind of temperament makes them easier to control.
She feigned concern and said, "Young Master Zhai, you should take some guards with you. Those two thieves seem to be quite skilled in martial arts. What if you get injured if you go alone?"
“What Miss Wei said makes sense.”
Zhai Jiqing nodded and summoned several guards.
"Miss Wei, let's go."
Wei Wenshu followed Zhai Jiqing in a delicate manner, walking towards Qinghui Courtyard, occasionally reaching out to gently tug at his clothes, looking quite frightened.
Zhai Jiqing saw this but suppressed his disgust and did not wave it away.
He kept rolling his eyes inwardly.
The two arrived at Qinghui Courtyard.
Zhai Jiqing pushed open the door and entered. Seeing the empty courtyard, a mocking smile curled at the corner of his mouth.
Wei Wenshu peeked out from behind him, exclaiming in surprise with some suspicion, "Where did he go? I clearly saw him just now..."
Zhai Jiqing smiled gently and said, "Perhaps they came to steal things because they saw that you were celebrating a great joy in your household."
"You guys, go check if there are any lost items."
The guards, accompanied by maids and servants, searched Qinghui Courtyard and quickly returned to report.
"In reply to your question, young master, there are no signs of theft."
"The valuables inside the house are all still there."
Zhai Jiqing glanced at Wei Wenshu and asked in a calm voice, "Are there any casualties inside the manor?"
"No," the guard reported.
Wei Wenshu murmured, mouth agape, "How is this possible..."
Zhai Jiqing chuckled enigmatically, "These two thieves neither steal nor kill, could they be here for a wedding?"
Wei Wenshu gave an awkward smile.
He had some doubts.
Could these two thieves have come here specifically to kiss?
...What a twisted sense of humor!
The corners of her mouth twitched.
Zhai Jiqing waved away the guards and turned to Wei Wenshu, saying, "Miss Wei, you've had too much to drink. Are you feeling better now?"
He instructed the servant, "Go and bring me a bowl of sobering tea."
"If Miss Wei doesn't mind, you can have some hangover tea in Qinghui Courtyard before you leave."
He pointed to the stone benches in the courtyard.
Wei Wenshu was overjoyed.
It seems that Zhai Jiqing also has feelings for her.
She suppressed a smile and curtsied gracefully, "Then thank you very much, Second Young Master Zhai."
"But the thieves might return. Young master, could you... stay with Shu'er?"
Her eyes, as clear as autumn water, gazed gently at Zhai Jiqing, who smiled slightly.
"nature."
……
Jun Ce carried Zhai Rongyu to the courtyard of the Regent's Palace. He kicked open the gate with one foot, and the fragrance of locust blossoms wafted out.
Zhai Rong looked up at the plaque above and softly read aloud, "Hidden Heart Pavilion".
When did you choose a name?
[Still the same name...]
A blush rose to her cheeks.
Jun Ce looked down at her; her delicate face, kissed by the moonlight, looked even more radiant and lovely.
He couldn't help but lower his head and touch her forehead.
"Does Rong'er like it?"
Zhai Rongyu lowered her head and after a long while, she shyly hummed in agreement.
Jun Ce curled his lips, walked into the courtyard, pushed open the door, and placed the person on the soft couch.
He squatted down in front of the girl, took her hand and pressed it against his face, "There is a spiritual barrier here, it's very safe."
"Rong'er can rest here. I'm going out for a bit and will be back soon."
He closed his eyes, as if trying to imprint the warmth of her palm into his heart, then opened his eyes, let go, and stood up.
Zhai Rongyu grabbed him anxiously.
"What is Ah Xu going to do?"
[Could it be that we're going to the Dragon Palace?]
Jun Ce turned around, smiled at the girl, and a glint of light flashed in his dark eyes.
"The Dragon Palace's kill order should be directed at me."
“But…” Zhai Rongyu said anxiously.
Jun Ce reached out and ruffled her hair. "Don't worry, I promise you, nothing will happen."
After saying that, he brushed the girl's hand away, turned around and left the Hidden Heart Pavilion.
The gentleness from before vanished completely, replaced by a chilling murderous aura emanating from him.
"My lord, we have found out that after Suo was injured, he fled to the East Sea and gathered a group of shrimp soldiers and crab generals. They are currently discussing how to hunt down Miss Zhai." Fei Ying said, cupping his hands.
Upon hearing this, Jun Ce's gaze grew even colder.
"Go to Yunshan and open Rong'er's Taoist temple. I'll be right back."
She needs a lot of merit now, and relying solely on the Moon Shadow Guards to accumulate it for her probably won't be enough for her to recover quickly.
He remembered Rong'er saying that the more incense she burned, the more abundant her spiritual power would be.
"Yes." Fei Ying cupped his hands in greeting and tentatively asked, "Should we, in the name of our lord, promote Miss Zhai's work?"
Jun Ce nodded slightly.
For the first time, I felt that my status as regent was actually quite useful.
Fei Ying clicked his tongue in amazement.
With the Emperor's move, the number of people going to Baopu Taoist Temple in the capital to offer incense will probably fill Yunshan Mountain.
He hurried to do it.
*
The East China Sea stretches out in a vast expanse of mist and waves.
A figure sped down from the horizon and instantly stood on the vast ocean.
The winds of change are blowing and the waves are surging.
Jun Ce flipped his hand, conjuring a powerful surge of lightning, which he channeled into the sea, piercing through the surging waves and striking the seabed.
The palace swayed, and Suo Ze frowned as he surfaced from the sea, looking at the newcomers with some wariness.
"who are you?"
"How dare you provoke the Flood Dragon Clan!"
His brows were fierce, and when he met Jun Ce's cold gaze, a chill inexplicably rose within him.
Why does this person possess such a powerful aura...?
Suo suppressed the trembling in his heart and cautiously conjured a bone sword.
Jun Ce coldly raised his eyes.
"Is this the order you issued to kill Rong'er?"
Suo gripped the bone sword tightly.
"So what?"
Jun Ce unleashed a merciless palm strike, instantly causing towering waves to surge across the sea.
Suddenly, a massive bolt of lightning appeared in the sky, striking Suo Ze directly and shattering the bone sword in his hand into pieces.