Hidden Marriage: Spoiled by the Imperial Commander
Chapter 228: It Won’t Be a Peaceful Night

Chapter 228: Chapter 228: It Won’t Be a Peaceful Night

Yunlie noticed Yan Qianyi’s anxious expression and asked, "What’s wrong?"

Yan Qianyi fidgeted with her ring, "I don’t know, but I can’t get in touch with my brother. I’m a little worried."

"Don’t worry, he is now the Prince of the Morris Empire."

"My brother worked hard to get where he is today, making many sacrifices. Plus, he originally belonged to the Federation Empire. Even though he now holds a high position, many people still don’t accept him. My sister-in-law doesn’t manage affairs, and people only see my brother’s glory, but they have no idea about his hardships."

Yan Qianyi felt very distressed for her brother.

As a child, her brother wasn’t as favored as she was in the Yan Family. Plus, he left the Yan Family at a very young age, leaving his hometown behind to endure untold hardships alone.

He had achieved his current status entirely through his own efforts and capabilities.

That’s why Yan Qianyi did not want to tell her brother about the incidents in the Yan Family; she didn’t want to distract him with her concerns.

Mu Yunlie’s gaze became even more tender as he looked at Yan Qianyi.

She rarely talked to him about her family matters.

He suggested, "Then should we go directly to the Royal Palace?"

"Let’s wait a bit more. It wouldn’t be appropriate to just show up like that, especially since we are from the Federation Empire, and I’m currently a student at the Federation Military Academy. We should avoid any suspicion."

Before she left, her brother had told her not to draw attention to herself when in the Morris Empire.

To not let anyone know she was his sister, to avoid unnecessary trouble.

She knew her brother was protecting her.

Those who did not accept her brother, if they knew she had come, might use her to make trouble or even threaten her brother with her presence.

Mu Yunlie said, "Yan Yao is lucky to have such a considerate and understanding sister like you."

Yan Qianyi replied, "Don’t be envious. You also have a very caring and understanding sister."

Mu Yunlie was confused, "Since when do I have a sister?"

"Ning Nuan."

Mu Yunlie frowned slightly, "Have you two talked?"

Yan Qianyi nodded, "Yes, I ran into her one night at the pool."

Mu Yunlie’s voice grew heavy, "What did she tell you?"

"Nothing much, just wished us well and told me not to mind the arranged marriage from when we were children."

"Is that all?"

"Yes."

Mu Yunlie secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

He had been worried for nothing.

He had feared Ning Nuan might say something that would upset her.

But seeing her nonchalant expression, she really didn’t care about his and Ning Nuan’s childhood arrangement.

Would she still be so indifferent if she knew that he was the Commander-in-Chief she constantly thought about?

He really wanted to tell her.

Unfortunately, now was not the time.

At that moment, a message from Queen Andelle came through.

Seeing Mu Yunlie nearby, Yan Qianyi put on her headphones before answering, "Sister-in-law, what’s happened?"

"It’s nothing serious, we had planned to send someone for you today, but the Royal Palace has some urgent matters to attend to."

"My brother is alright, isn’t he?" Yan Qianyi was still worried.

But as a student of the Federation Military Academy, it was not appropriate for her to inquire into the internal affairs of the Morris Empire’s Royal Palace.

"Don’t worry, he’s just a bit busy," Andelle said apologetically, "For tonight, find a hotel to stay in with your husband, then send me the address. I will arrange for someone to collect you both tomorrow morning."

"Okay."

"Qianyi, sorry to have neglected you."

"It’s alright, sister-in-law, we’re family. There’s no need to be so formal. You and my brother have things to do, so go ahead."

"See you tomorrow morning then."

"Sure, goodbye sister-in-law."

After cutting off the voice communication, Yan Qianyi still had a furrowed brow.

Mu Yunlie asked, "Didn’t you say it was nothing? Why still look unhappy?"

"I’m a bit worried about my brother; he cherishes me dearly. If it weren’t for some thorny issue, he wouldn’t neglect me."

"The higher you climb, the colder it gets. Since Queen Andelle doesn’t deal with affairs, then your brother must be busy."

"Yeah, let’s go. We’ll stay at a hotel tonight."

She naturally understood the reason why the higher you climb, the colder it gets; she was just a little distressed for her brother.

If it weren’t for the Lord Commander, she would have joined the Morris Empire to assist her brother.

The two arrived at a hotel.

Yan Qianyi asked the receptionist for two rooms, but Mu Yunlie insisted on just one.

The female receptionist smiled, thinking the couple was having a tiff, and suggested, "Why don’t you, sir, soothe your wife first and then decide how many rooms you want? There are other guests waiting to check in."

Yan Qianyi pulled Mu Yunlie aside and frowned, "Haven’t we already agreed beforehand? Can’t you stop making trouble?"

She wanted to sneak into the Royal Palace that night to take a look.

If she shared a room with Mu Yunlie, she wouldn’t be able to get away.

And they were not even a real married couple; there was no need to put on an act in front of strangers now.

Faced with Yan Qianyi’s disdain, Mu Yunlie said patiently, "This isn’t the Federation Empire. If someone finds out that Yan Yao’s sister has arrived in the Morris Empire, do you think you’ll be safe? Don’t you want to avoid causing trouble for your brother?"

Yan Qianyi was speechless.

Mu Yunlie’s worries were not unfounded; she had considered these issues too.

But the thing is, she could protect herself.

Mu Yunlie continued, "Besides, your fertility is ranked S-class, which is no secret in the Federation Empire by now. Perhaps information brokers have already sold your details to human traffickers. You could be in danger too."

Yan Qianyi was completely at a loss for words.

She had thought Mu Yunlie wanted to share a room with her to seduce her.

But it turned out he was considering her safety.

If she refused now, she would appear ungracious.

"You sleep on the bed, and I’ll sleep on the sofa," Mu Yunlie said coldly. "Don’t worry, I have no interest in becoming a rapist."

"..." Yan Qianyi.

"I’ll handle the check-in," Mu Yunlie said, turning away to approach the front desk.

After checking in, Yan Qianyi sent the hotel address to Andelle and followed Mu Yunlie into the room.

Seeing that the room was luxurious, she asked, "How much is it? We’ll split it fifty-fifty."

Mu Yunlie chuckled and leisurely looked at her, "If you’re going to be this clear-cut with me, then you should also settle the spaceship rent with me. And then add on the expense of coming to the Morris Empire with you, not to mention my salary for teaching one class at the Military Academy, which isn’t inconsiderable."

"I..." Yan Qianyi suddenly found herself at a loss for words.

Not to mention the high salary of a teacher at the Federation Military Academy, the cost of chartering a spaceship was significant!

"I’ll go take a shower first," she said hurriedly, grabbing her toiletries from her suitcase and rushing into the bathroom.

Watching her hasten away as if fleeing from creditors, Mu Yunlie couldn’t help but chuckle.

As the sound of water came from the bathroom, Mu Yunlie’s smile vanished instantly, and he rose to check whether the room had any hidden surveillance or listening devices.

His intuition told him it was not going to be a peaceful night.

When Yan Qianyi finished her shower and came out, she was wearing a black spaghetti-strap nightgown.

Mu Yunlie was sitting on the sofa, and as he saw her looking as fresh as a daisy, he couldn’t help but be momentarily mesmerized.