Night Breeze

Chapter 117 Night Breeze
Summer nights on Phoenix Mountain are accompanied by a cool breeze.

The mountain breeze swept through the dark pine forest, carrying the fresh scent of grass and trees, and drifted into the gray brick and tile houses of Phoenix Mountain Villa.

This is probably why Yu Xinglong has lived here for so long.

He was frail since childhood. As soon as he entered the city, the summer heat and the oppressive air pressure made his chest feel like it was blocked with phlegm, and even his breathing became difficult.

But even at the hottest time of day in these mountains, the wind carries a refreshing coolness, making the inside and outside of the mountains seem like two different worlds.

As dusk deepens, the eaves of Phoenix Villa are the first to be bathed in the hazy night.

The ancient locust trees in the corner, hundreds of years old, stretched out their branches in the gloom, shrouded in a thin layer of night mist, blurring even the veins on their leaves, leaving only vague outlines.

Only the young mistress Suo Chanzhi's bedroom was still brightly lit, as bright as day.

The finest benzoin burned in the gilded bronze incense burner, its wisps of smoke rising and swirling around the exquisitely embroidered lotus patterns on the curtains, filling the room with a refined and warm fragrance, even the air itself was filled with a faint, calming aroma.

Suo Chanzhi sat in front of the dressing table, her black hair loosely draped over her shoulders, the ends still damp from her bath.

Today she wore a pomegranate red satin nightgown, with silver cloud patterns embroidered on the collar and cuffs, the silk threads shimmering softly under the light.

A faint flush of post-bath color lingered on her fair and radiant face.

Her fingertips gently stroked her lower abdomen, where a slight curve had already appeared. Four months pregnant, she was now more cautious even when raising her hands, and dared not linger in the bath for long.

"Qingmei, you've been gone for months, but I didn't expect your hair-combing skills to have gotten so bad."

Having just bathed, Suo Chanzhi was somewhat languid, her voice as soft as honey-soaked cheese.

Xiao Qingmei stood behind her, holding a peach wood comb in her hand, gently smoothing her hair with a touch of coquettishness.

"What are you saying, young lady? I've been combing your hair since you were little, for over ten years now. How could I forget it so easily?"

Once back at the villa, she naturally wanted to return to Suo Chanzhi's side.

The two were like sisters, and after being separated for several months, Suo Chanzhi pulled her to sleep with him that very night, becoming even closer than before.

After combing her hair, Suo Chanzhi helped herself up from the dressing table, slowly moved to the edge of the couch and lay down, leaning against the soft pillows, covered with a light brocade quilt.

When lying on my side, the slight bulge in my lower abdomen becomes more noticeable.

Little Qingmei squatted by the tatami mat, her eyes filled with curiosity and awe. She lightly touched that spot with her fingertips, then quickly withdrew them, holding her breath.

Inside, a little life was being nurtured. The warm touch transmitted through the fabric made her feel both nervous and tender.

Seeing her like this, Suo Chanzhi couldn't help but smile gently, with the warmth of a new mother.

"No need to be so careful, the child is still young."

As she spoke, she subconsciously touched her lower abdomen and said in a softer voice, "Turn the lights down and come up to sleep."

"Hey!"

Xiao Qingmei responded and got up to gently blow out a few lamps.

The light inside the room softened instantly, with only two wall lamps still lit, making the lotus pattern on the curtains appear even more hazy.

She carefully climbed onto the bed, lay down next to the rope-entwined branches, but her thoughts couldn't help but drift away.

What would it be like if my belly were also this swollen, and I was carrying Yang Can's child inside?
Must she be like this girl, with happiness and warmth radiating from her eyes and brows?

Suo Chanzhi gently turned around and lay face to face with Xiao Qingmei, the two of them sharing a long pillow embroidered with orchids.

After a moment of silence, Suo Chanzhi suddenly spoke softly: "These past few months, you've been serving him day and night, and he's treated you... pretty well, hasn't he?"

"what?"

Xiao Qingmei's eyes widened suddenly, and her cheeks flushed red instantly.

She knew exactly what the girl was asking.

Although she and the girl were both aware of this, and the girl had even tacitly approved of it, it was still somewhat awkward to bring it up in public.

Seeing her flustered appearance, Suo Chanzhi couldn't help but smile, and said with the composure of someone who had been through it all:
"What's there to panic about? I was the one who sent you to his side in the first place."

In fact, when she met Qingmei, she could tell from the different light in Qingmei's eyes and the unconscious shyness when she spoke that this little girl had already been "taken over" by Yang Can.

She had anticipated this, and it was she who arranged it, but now that it had actually happened, it would be a lie to say that she felt no bitterness at all.

Although she was his childhood sweetheart, whom he considered like a sister, he would ultimately have to share that man with her.

"Is he treating you well?"

Suo Chanzhi's voice softened, carrying a hint of melancholy: "Looking at you, you're even more beautiful than before, as if you've been soaking in honey water."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qingmei panicked even more.

She and Suo Chanzhi grew up together. How could she not sense whether the girl was jealous?

If we continue down this line, we might make the girl feel even worse.

What if internal conflicts arise?
Of course, the solution is to redirect internal conflicts to external conflicts!
Little Green Plum's IQ instantly soared, and she said softly, "How can a servant girl compare to you, Miss?"

The master has always been thinking about the young lady. Sometimes, he even has me pretend to be her.

what?
Are they playing such elaborate tricks?

Impersonating me?
I feel a little happy, and a little excited at the same time.

Before she could think it through, her childhood friend smoothly changed the subject:
"But young lady, ever since the master took over Feng'an Manor, there have been quite a few beauties around him who are eyeing him."

"Oh?" Suo Chanzhi instantly regained her composure, and even her tone became more focused.

Seeing that she had taken the bait, Xiao Qingmei quickly continued, "The master's mansion recently bought a Persian woman. She has a very plump figure, and her buttocks are as big as a jade millstone."

"He even bought a Persian woman?" Suo Chanzhi raised an eyebrow slightly, her tone tinged with surprise.

"The master said that the Hu woman is good at business, and he doesn't want to just sit around and do nothing. He wants to use her connections to do some business."

Xiao Qingmei quickly explained, adding, "When Master sees you later, he will definitely tell you the details. He also wants to invite you to join him."

"So, that Hu Ji... wasn't 'taken in' by him?" This was what Suo Chanzhi was most concerned about.

"of course not!"

Little Green Plum quickly stepped in to show her worth: "With me here, how could I let other women take advantage of Master? I've been keeping an eye on things for you, Miss."

Suo Chanzhi finally breathed a sigh of relief and felt much more at ease.

Little Green Plum added, "Besides that Hu woman, there's also Little Abbess Jingyao."

"What? He dares to make advances on a monk?"

Suo Chanzhi's voice suddenly rose: "Is he starving, or did you not feed him enough? How could you be so absurd?"

"No, girl!"

Xiao Qingmei quickly defended herself, "It's not that the master is after her, it's that the little nun herself has developed worldly desires and keeps thinking about getting close to the master."

"Shameless!" Suo Chanzhi's tone was full of contempt.

"you do not say!"

Following her words, Xiao Qingmei also became indignant: "I saw that she was always clinging to the master, and I was afraid that something might happen, so I found an excuse to send her far away to Pingliang County. Now the master can't see her even if he wants to."

Suo Chanzhi was finally relieved and nodded slightly: "Well done!"

Xiao Qingmei added, "And then there's Chen Wan'er, the young mistress of the Zhang family, who was originally the daughter-in-law of the Feng'an Manor lord. She always flirts with the master."

"Shameless!" Suo Chanzhi's eyebrows shot up again.

"Please don't be angry, young lady."

Qingmei quickly reassured her, "I was prepared for this long ago. I sent her and that little nun to Pingliang County together to put an end to her hopes."

Suo Chanzhi was delighted to hear this, patted Xiao Qingmei's hand, and praised, "Well done!"

Little Green Plum suddenly sighed, her tone full of helplessness: "But a few days ago, a ranch owner gave the master two more horse maids."

They were called horse maids, but they were actually twins. They were very pretty, with delicate features.

The servants tried to hide them from the master, but in the end, he still saw them.

Suo Chanzhi's face instantly darkened again, and he muttered to himself: Why is someone always watching him? They're such a worry.

She snorted and said, "Keep a close eye on those two maids for me. If things get really bad, find a chance to sell them off so they won't cause trouble in the manor."

Xiao Qingmei frowned, looking troubled: "I want to too, but... I have no title or status, how dare I interfere in Master's affairs?"

My dear lady, you have no idea. When I helped you fend off those women, it already displeased the master.

"I'm so afraid that if I do anything to displease him again, he'll kick me out..."

Upon hearing this, Suo Chanzhi also felt uneasy.

Yes, it's true that it's inconvenient for Qingmei to act without a name or status; but it's even more inappropriate for me to interfere in his affairs.

Suo Chanzhi frowned and pondered for a long time, then suddenly her eyes lit up. Perhaps it really is true that "pregnancy makes you stupid for three years." Following the clues that Xiao Qingmei had given her, she actually came up with a "good idea".

"It's settled. Leave this to me. In a few days, I'll decide to make you Yang Can's concubine."

Suo Chanzhi's tone was confident: "He wouldn't dare to touch you, would he, a person personally bestowed upon me by the young mistress?"

"Now that you have a proper title, your position in the Yang family's inner quarters will be secure. It will be more legitimate for you to keep an eye on him for me."

Actually, as Suo Chanzhi got to this point, she realized that this little girl had probably been planning this for a long time.

But she wasn't angry. After all, she and Qingmei were like sisters. Even if they had some ulterior motives, Qingmei would never betray her or harm her.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Qingmei's eyes widened instantly, her face filled with incredulous surprise: "This...this really works?"

"Of course." Suo Chanzhi snorted arrogantly, "How could I let him sleep with my person for nothing?"
They need some official status to make it look proper. Don't worry about it, I'll take care of it.

"Thank you girl!"

Little Qingmei could no longer contain herself and happily hugged Suo Chanzhi's arm, her cheek pressed against her shoulder, her eyebrows and eyes full of smiles, and even the corners of her mouth turned up high.

In the candlelight, a cunning glint flashed in her eyes.

This treacherous official has finally succeeded in his evil scheme.

……

Phoenix Manor's response to this incident was remarkably swift.

When He Youzhen's body was being publicly transported up the mountain, there were too many people who saw it along the way.

Those gazes, some surprised and some speculative, were like a fine net, enveloping the entire resort in a suffocating atmosphere.

Everyone knows that the longer this matter drags on, the more exaggerated the rumors will become, potentially even causing unrest within the clan.

Moreover, the good news of the Bali tribe's submission must be made public as soon as possible. At present, the tribe is still temporarily located on the east side of the Canglang Mountains, and every step of the subsequent resettlement and management cannot be delayed.

Because of these two matters, the next morning, Yu Xinglong publicly announced a series of results in the council hall of Phoenix Villa.

The following is how He Youzhen's death was announced to the public:

When He Youzhen, the second steward of the Yu family's external affairs, was investigating the mountain goods incident, his attendant was bribed by a villain, and the two conspired to assassinate Steward He.

The clan leader has obtained relevant clues and will continue to investigate. He will not only thoroughly crack down on mountain goods merchants, but also purge the corrupt elements within the clan!
These words were resounding and gave everyone an explanation, while also subtly suppressing the rumors that were stirring.

Personnel changes were also announced: due to the death of He Youzhen, Li Youcai, the former chief steward of the eldest branch, was promoted to the position of third steward of external affairs.

The former Third Deacon of Foreign Affairs, Yi She, was promoted to Second Deacon of Foreign Affairs.

The position of Chief Steward of the eldest branch naturally fell to Yang Can.

Thus, Suo Chanzhi personally took control of the inner quarters of the eldest son's family, while Yang Can held all the power over the outer quarters, controlling both the inner and outer quarters.

Immediately following was some exciting news for the entire Yu clan: the entire Bali tribe submitted to them.

Yu Xinglong made a special effort to address this matter, not only writing detailed documents but also instructing his managers to go to each branch and department to inform them.

His words exuded an air of confidence and control, as if he wanted to use this joyous occasion to completely dispel the gloom brought about by He Youzhen's death.

As soon as the news spread, Yang Can and Li Youcai, who had just been promoted, immediately changed into new clothes and prepared to pay their respects to the clan leader.

The two emerged from the courtyard gates, their steps light and quick. When they looked up and met, they paused in unison, then exchanged a knowing smile.

Li Youcai wore a newly made dark blue steward's robe with a jade belt around his waist, which straightened his slightly hunched back. He stroked his hooked mustache with his hand, his eyes full of smiles, and his voice was hearty as he spoke: "Brother, congratulations!"

Yang Can, also dressed in a moon-white long robe with subtle patterns embroidered on the collar, beamed with pride and quickly returned the greeting with clasped hands: "Brother, you're too kind. Congratulations to you too!"

"Oh, don't be so polite."

Li Youcai stepped forward, reached out and grabbed Yang Can's arm, speaking in a very warm tone.

“We two brothers, though not blood brothers from now on, will be closer than blood brothers. From now on, we will each be in charge of our own affairs, and we must look after each other.”

Yang Can followed him forward, smiling as he replied, "Brother is right."

Now that you are the external affairs steward, I will need your guidance and support when I work for the eldest branch of the family.

"That's what I said!"

Li Youcai threw his head back and laughed loudly, his laughter full of high spirits: "Between us, is there any need to say such things? Absolutely, absolutely, what's mine is yours!"

The two chatted and laughed as they went to the academy.

The study was filled with the scent of sandalwood. Yu Xinglong nodded with satisfaction when he saw them arrive together.

"Right now, because of what happened to He Youzhen, there is a lot of criticism both inside and outside the clan, and the situation is not stable."

Yu Xinglong first looked at Li Youcai, his tone lowering.

"Fortunately, Yi She is experienced in handling affairs. I sent him to take over He Youzhen's mission, and then had Deng Xun assist in eliminating the traitors. I think we can stabilize the situation."

"You've just taken over the position at Yi She. If there's anything you don't understand, ask Steward Yi for guidance. Don't be rash."

Li Youcai immediately straightened his back and said in a firm voice, "Don't worry, Master!"
Your subordinate will do everything in his power to handle matters perfectly and will never fail the trust placed in him by the clan leader!

Yu Xinglong nodded slightly, pondering to himself:

We'll have to see how capable this person is, but his loyalty is far superior to that of cunning and deceitful people like He Youzhen, or two-faced individuals like Yi Shena.

He then turned to Yang Can, his eyes filled with expectation.

Yang Can also stepped forward, standing as upright as Li Youcai, his tone calm and steady:

"Your subordinate Yang Can will certainly manage the affairs of the eldest branch well, stabilize the six villages and three pastures, and properly handle the resettlement of the Bali tribe, and will never let the clan leader down!"

"Now that you've taken over the position of Chief Steward of the Eldest Branch, shouldn't you return to Phoenix Manor to work?" Yu Xinglong suddenly asked.

Seeing Yang Can's surprise, he explained, "If you stay in Feng'an Village for a long time, the other five villages and three districts will inevitably feel that you are favoring one over the other, which will be detrimental to your management of your subordinates."

Yang Can's heart skipped a beat, and he instantly understood the crux of the matter. He quickly said, "What the clan leader says is true!"

I admit that I didn't think things through properly before. I was too focused on the Feng'anzhuang matter and forgot about the overall picture.

The distance from Phoenix Villa to each village and pasture is not much farther than that of Feng'an Village, and in some places it is even closer. It is time to go back to the mountain to work.

However, the resettlement of the Bali tribe is still undecided, and I intend to return to my post in the mountains after this matter is resolved.

Yu Xinglong nodded with pleasure, his tone more approving: "That's right! Although you are young, you are very thoughtful."

"Alright, we'll do it your way. You can return to Phoenix Mountain after you've settled things with the Bali tribe."

"Yes!"

Yang Can bowed slightly, but in his mind he was already planning what to do next.

We need to plan things out carefully with the Bali tribe, and we absolutely cannot afford any mistakes. We should try our best to get this new force to join us.

There are also the Six Villages and Three Shepherds, and I need to find a way to control them more tightly, even though I will be in charge of them from now on.

Once these matters are sorted out and settled, I should return to the mountain.

At that time, it must have been time for Suo Chanzhi to give birth.

Oh! I hope that heaven will grant her wish and that she will give birth to a big, healthy boy.

In that case, I won't have to do anything to have my wishes fulfilled.

……

The eldest son's family had an exceptionally lavish dinner today.

Li Youcai, who had just been promoted to the position of external affairs steward, specially paid out of his own pocket to treat everyone in both the inner and outer courtyards to extra meals.

Even the lowest-ranking servants and maids received an extra piece of palm-sized braised meat in their bowls, glistening with oil and exuding a fragrant aroma, which brought smiles to everyone's faces as they kept chanting, "Steward Li is benevolent and righteous."

This task should have been done by Li Youcai, who was about to leave office and be promoted.

Yang Can knew perfectly well that he would never try to steal the limelight from him.

For Yang Can, there is still a long way to go. He has only just taken up the position of the eldest son's chief steward, so there is no need to rush.

What he needs to do now is, in his capacity as the newly appointed Chief Steward of the First Branch, host a banquet for all the stewards of the First Branch so that they can meet again.

Two banquet tables were set up in the main hall, with a full range of chicken, duck, fish and meat, and the rice wine poured from the wine pot emitted a sweet aroma.

As the "former superior" and newly appointed foreign affairs officer, Li Youcai was naturally given the first place.

The managers sat down around the table, all with smiles on their faces, but each had their own plans in mind.

Previously, the eldest branch of the family only had one chief steward, but later a second steward was added for Yang Can's sake.

Now that Li Youcai has been promoted and Yang Can has taken over the position of Grand Steward, will someone else be promoted to the vacant position of Second Steward?

According to the rules, when Yu Chengye was still the adopted son, the eldest branch of the family only had one steward. Yang Can was a special case.

Currently, the eldest son's family has no male head, and the gender of Suo Chanzhi's posthumous child is still unknown. Logically, there shouldn't be two more stewards.

But "what's the difference between a person without ideals and a salted fish?"
None of the managers present wanted to be slackers; their eyes all held a hint of anticipation.

Niu Youde, the head of the external affairs office, was slightly overweight and always had a "harmony brings wealth" smile on his face.

As soon as he sat down, he pulled the person next to him into small talk, subtly inquiring whether the clan leader intended to appoint a second steward.

Zhao Hongyu, the procurement officer, was more direct. He quietly approached Yang Can, since Yang Can was the newly appointed Grand Steward, and it was the most reliable way to get information from him.

Ma Sanyuan, the granary manager, clung to Li Youcai, flattering him with a smile, hoping to glean some information from this "old leader."

Of all those present, only Liu Yu, the head of the eldest branch of the guards, seemed restless.

His gaze kept drifting towards Cheng Dakuan, his eyes filled with unease.

Cheng Da Kuan was originally the head of the guards, but he was first punished for serious dereliction of duty and then dismissed from his post before he was able to take over.

But he was too ruthless to his old boss back then. He suppressed him in every way as soon as he took power. Who would have thought that Cheng Dakuan would have a day when he could make a comeback?
Although Cheng Dakuan does not hold a specific official position, he is Yang Can's confidant.

Yang Can made a point of including Cheng Dakuan at the banquet tonight. Isn't that a clear indication of his attitude?
Liu Yu was filled with anxiety, constantly thinking about how to salvage his relationship with Cheng Dakuan, unsure if it was too late.

After a few rounds of drinks, the atmosphere at the table became increasingly lively. Some people were pulling others to drink, while others were chatting together. The noise, mixed with the smell of alcohol, filled the room.

Liu Yu seized the opportunity, raised his wine glass to Cheng Dakuan, and forced a stiff smile: "Brother Cheng, I was young and ignorant, and I have offended you in the past."

Please forgive me for any offense I may have caused you, and don't take it to heart.

Cheng Da Kuan glanced at him sideways, a cold smile playing on his lips, and said nothing.

Liu Yu forced a smile and said, "Today, I'd like to offer you a toast, thanks to Steward Yang. Let's put aside our past grievances and get along well from now on."

From this day forward, I will treat you, Brother Cheng, as I did when you were my bodyguard commander!

After Liu Yu finished speaking, he raised his glass to drink, but Cheng Dakuan stopped him.

"Commander Liu, you've probably had too much to drink. What nonsense are you spouting? Have we ever had any unpleasantness? I don't remember anything like it!"

Cheng Dakuan slowly pressed his wine glass down, a smile on his face:
"Now that I'm working under Steward Yang, I have to protect his safety at all times."

"Too much drinking leads to trouble. I can't drink this, and I dare not talk too much either."

Liu Yu's face instantly turned a deep purplish-red, and he stood frozen in place, embarrassed.

The surrounding managers all saw it, but no one said a word.

They pretended not to hear what they heard and not to see what they saw, instead deliberately raising their voices to laugh and toast, as if trying to cover up their embarrassment.

At tonight's banquet, Li Youcai and Yang Can were the main characters, and the stewards came up to toast them from time to time.

Seeing that he was already a little drunk, and that everyone else was also flushed and hot from drinking, Yang Can worried that if they drank any more, someone would get drunk and they wouldn't be able to talk about serious matters.

He put down his wine glass, raised his hand and patted it, and the noise in the room immediately subsided.

"Gentlemen, there is something I would like to discuss with you all."

Yang Can cleared his throat and recounted how he had persuaded the managers of the Six Manors and Three Shepherds to invest in the business.

When talking about shares, he deliberately used a different way of putting it.

If calculated on a 100% basis, the share each person would receive would be too small, which doesn't sound attractive.

He changed it to a percentage, and sure enough, every manager thought... well, not bad!
"I can't say this deal is guaranteed to be profitable, but I'm 80% sure it will work out."

Yang Can smiled and looked at everyone: "Would you all like to invest and make a fortune together?"

The managers looked at each other, still hesitating, when suddenly the drunken Li Youcai slammed his hand on the table, his voice booming:

"Brother! I trust your judgment! I'm going for this deal! Whether we make a profit or a loss, I, Li Youcai, will stick with it!"

Li Youcai was already prone to getting drunk after just a sip of alcohol, and he was already a bit dazed, but he hadn't forgotten how he got his position as an external affairs steward.

Even if this deal loses money, he'll accept it; once he becomes an external affairs officer, a high-ranking and powerful position, he'll surely make it back.
With Li Youcai taking the lead, the managers could no longer sit still and all spoke up: "Deacon Yang, I'll join too!"

"Count me in!"

"I'll get a piece of it too!"

Yang Can didn't arrange for a "shill" this time, but unexpectedly Li Youcai volunteered to be the "shill".

Everyone was already enjoying their drinks, and now that they were going to do business together, their relationship became even closer, and the atmosphere was even more lively than before.

Even Liu Yu, who was previously uneasy after Cheng Dakuan refused to reconcile with him, was busy expressing his willingness to invest.

In this way, he felt that he had become one of Yang Can's "one of his own," and he felt relieved. He picked up his glass and drank heartily.

The banquet only ended when the moon rose above the willow branches, casting a soft glow.

Yang Can's residence was next to Li Youcai's. Everyone at the table saw that the two addressed each other as "brothers" without any attempt to hide it from others. Naturally, it was Yang Can's responsibility to take Li Youcai home.

Yang Can knew that Li Youcai was heavier than a dead pig when he was drunk, so he specially asked Cheng Dakuan for help. The two of them supported Li Youcai on both sides and walked back.

After escorting Li Youcai to the main room, Cheng Dakuan left. Yang Can was also about to take his leave, but as soon as he turned around, Pan Xiaowan blocked his way.

"Don't you know what kind of person my husband is when he's drunk?"

Pan Xiaowan rolled her eyes at him, her tone slightly coquettish: "Aren't you going to help your sister-in-law carry him into the house?"

Yang Can smiled wryly: "Alright, then sister-in-law, can you lend a hand?"

"They just finished showering, they're all clean and refreshed, wouldn't you break out in a sweat if you just touched them?"

Pan Xiaowan swayed her body and said coquettishly, "Sister-in-law doesn't care, but who told you two to be brothers? Your brother, you carry it yourself."

Yang Can had no choice but to support Li Youcai and stagger towards the bedroom.

Pan Xiaowan watched his retreating figure and couldn't help but chuckle.

She leaned back step by step, pressing her back against the door until it was firmly shut, then reached for the latch with her hands behind her back and slowly slid through.

The door latch locked without making a sound.

Pan Xiaowan gently bit her plump lower lip, reached out and pulled down the collar of her moon-white silk dress, causing it to slip down half an inch to reveal a pale pink begonia flower hairpin on her collarbone, her skin glowing with a luminous sheen in the moonlight.

She tiptoed, her nail-painted toes like dew-kissed flower petals, her steps small and slow, her toes seemingly treading on a line, exuding an indescribable charm.

The movement was just like a fox that had spotted its prey, gracefully walking towards the bedroom.

Yang Can finally managed to move the lifeless Li Youcai onto the couch. Just as he straightened up to catch his breath, he turned around and saw Pan Xiaowan leaning against the screen, watching him.

Madam Xiaowan had a slender figure, like a sparse, leaning plum blossom in the cold. Her almond-shaped eyes, filled with water, curved into a soft arc, and the slightly red corners of her eyes were slightly upturned, revealing a hint of alluring charm that she was unaware of.

Seeing Yang Can turn around and see her, Pan Xiaowan chuckled again. As her left toe lightly touched the ground, her right ankle gently curled inward, and she tiptoed towards him step by step, with a delicate and charming air.

(End of this chapter)