Chapter 479: Chapter 479

Surrounded by pitch darkness, she couldn’t see Cui Yun’s ugly face, but she couldn’t block Yangyang’s anger either.

Cui Yun recognized her, but that didn’t matter.

It was embarrassing for her; how could she tolerate it? Especially when she could still hear the gasps nearby.

She could also imagine the people dining in the hall, curiously pointing and talking. And there were young masters, whose fathers and brothers also served as officials, stepping forward wanting to please Cui Yun.

"Prince, who is this?"

"Ever since he entered First-tier Sky, I have been observing him. He behaves oddly, if not like a thief, then like a spy. You should take him back to the Ministry of Justice for a good interrogation!"

"No wonder he looks like neither man nor ghost. When young, why not do something worthy? It’s good that he fell into your hands, Prince, or he wouldn’t have been skinned."

"Right, my father and brother are your colleagues, speaking of which, you and I are of the same age. Prince, how about giving me some face and dining together?"

This was to belittle her and to praise Cui Yun.

The girl’s head, previously held high, gradually drooped, showing her infinite grievances. At the same moment, she stretched out her hand, swishing it in their direction. Her sleeves were very long, much longer than her arms, hanging emptily. This was an uncontrollable fury!

Your mouth simply won’t close even with a coffin board, right?!

But she was even more arrogant, swinging her legs in order not to appear too miserable, and unwilling to lose face in front of Cui Yun.

The embroidered shoes appeared, the patterns on them delicate, they were the latest style in Shengjing City, adorned with beautiful pink pearls.

Everyone’s thoughts were turning wildly.

The speaker continued to advance, but seeing Cui Yun’s cold glance, he immediately shivered and dared not speak further.

Nevertheless, for a brief moment, when the girl landed, Cui Yun also realized his earlier inappropriateness. He suppressed both his surprise and unspeakable happiness, as if alone, and tried to smooth out the creases on the back of the girl’s collar.

But Shen Hua didn’t give him the chance.

Under the black cover, she wasn’t afraid of losing face. With no concerns, following the direction of her finger without looking at the path, she strode forward as if she was about to bump into that person.

But she hadn’t walked more than a few steps when someone from behind grabbed her.

"Second Young Master Hu," with a cold and thin indifference.

Cui Yun didn’t even spare that person another glance.

"While showing off your stupidity, you might want to stop at the right moment."

Second Young Master Hu’s smile stiffened: "Yes, yes, you’re busy; it’s my thoughtlessness, I shouldn’t delay your official duties."

Cui Yun, however, was unwilling to engage, bending his index finger, tapping on the table, indicating to the Shopkeeper.

Shen Hua stamped her foot and turned to ascend the stairs toward the elegantly segregated area.

She hadn’t walked far when stable footsteps followed behind her, she didn’t need to guess to know it was that busy official.

Shen Hua turned around, standing several steps above Cui Yun, now half a head taller than him.

The girl posed with contempt, pursing her lips with disdain, and then swiftly stretched out a finger again!

I don’t want to deal with you!

Yet her wrist was grasped, she furrowed her brows slightly, while Cui Yun boldly reached into her sleeve, encasing her delicate pale arm inside.

His grip was gentle, as if handling a rare treasure, also showing comfort, yet simultaneously, he urgently expressed his longing with skin-on-skin contact.

Even though they had been much closer before, this gesture set Shen Hua’s entire body ablaze, and she even stood still, letting him lead her to the second floor.

One by one, the onlookers’ eyes brightened but dared not make a sound.

Ji Qing who stood behind blocked Second Young Master Hu’s way: "Second Young Master Hu, do you openly intend to bribe our superior?" Fınd the newest release on N0v3l.Fiɾe.net

He’s just a profligate young master; how could hosting a meal count as bribery?

Second Young Master Hu’s face fell publicly, turning gloomy, but he endured, daring not offend.

As if casually yet loudly pointing out, the Shopkeeper said: "Second Young Master, don’t you know yet? I saw the search warrant clearly myself; the Prince is here specifically to arrest your father and imprison him."

Ji Qing smiled: "The official is wise, least tolerant of those officials who oppress the people, the Hu Family has been unclean in the past few years, your elder brother has been detained just 15 minutes ago, your father being involved in multiple homicides is even less tolerable. Second Young Master Hu, your eagerness to protect someone is apparent, but rashly hosting a meal...

He was reluctant to believe it, but among the people escorted down by the officials, who else could be his father, ghostly pale in face.

Private room on the second floor.

"When did you come back? Why didn’t you tell me? Even if I couldn’t go to Fengzhou, I could at least meet you in the suburbs."

Shen Hua snapped back to her senses.

She was about to pull away from his grasp when she was suddenly hooked by him. The world spun around, and she found herself seated on the dining table, as Cui Yun looked down at her.

"Throwing a tantrum?"

Don’t you realize it?

Shen Hua, serious and reserved, replied, "Yes!"

Clearly implying, ’It’s your move!’

Cui Yun rubbed his temple, "I’ve been somewhat busy these past few days and indeed neglected you. My fault."

Shen Hua remained silent.

Busy with her! But not with that girl from the Grand Tutor’s house! Seems like he’s picking and choosing who to be busy with!

The more Shen Hua thought about it, the more uncomfortable she became, and she was quite dissatisfied with what he said. She was about to jump down from the table.

"What’s with this bizarre attire you found? Aren’t you feeling suffocated?"

"None of your business?"

"Temper has grown longer."

Shen Hua made a move to push him away when she heard Cui Yun murmuring.

"Indeed, it’s been a long time since we’ve been intimate."

He kneaded the girl’s waist.

Such words, he dare say them outright.

Her hat was suddenly removed, catching her off-guard, and Cui Yun’s teasing halted as his facial contours tightened with panic.

He cradled the girl’s face.

"Don’t move, let me have a look."

Shen Hua gasped and couldn’t even begin to retort. She hurriedly covered her face with her hands, but couldn’t block it entirely, attempting to cover Cui Yun’s eyes with a flicker of movement.

But midway, her hand was grasped tightly.

"Why didn’t you say sooner?"

His tone was grave and stern.

No wonder, it was his oversight too.

The girl always dressed so delicately and beautifully before going out, it was rare for her to step out . Now dressed so differently, he didn’t notice anything odd during their reunion.

Shen Hua’s skin was so pale it could glow, making the rash appear even more dreadful.

There were also spots on her neck.

Cui Yun’s lips tightened, his emotions surged. After briefly taking her pulse, he rolled up her sleeve to reveal densely packed red spots.

Shen Hua, such a delicate little girl, would take offense even at the mildest criticism and could brood over it for days; seeing her now, even he was startled, let alone Shen Hua.

His jawline grew even colder and firmer. His fingertips touched the sash at the girl’s waist, about to unravel it.

She grabbed Cui Yun’s hand, stopping him from proceeding.

Cui Yun: "Let me check it out."

Shen Hua firmly refused.

In Cui Yun’s pupils, the girl saw a reflection of herself, difficult to face.