The Useless Heiress Is Actually A Bigshot
Chapter 655: The Return of the State Preceptor

Chapter 655: Chapter 655: The Return of the State Preceptor

"The events of the past, since they have already passed, I have no intention of dwelling on them further."

Seeing Nolan Deye’s eyes light up in an instant, Zhong Niangyao’s lips curved into a sarcastic smile as she continued to speak, "However, don’t assume that because I let go, it means that the matter is over. That’s impossible."

After hearing what Zhong Niangyao said, Nolan Deye, who had been harboring a glimmer of hope, saw the light in his eyes extinguish at once. His lips formed a bitter smile, and he said no more.

He had long been aware of the inevitable, realizing the moment he made his decision that the State Preceptor would never forgive him.

Without paying attention to Nolan Deye’s disappointment, Zhong Niangyao went straight to the point, "I want you to help me get someone from Princess Mingyue!"

Upon hearing Zhong Niangyao’s request, Nolan Deye nodded repeatedly, "Of course, State Preceptor, whatever person you need, I will surely help you."

Zhong Niangyao nodded, "In Princess Mingyue’s residence, there’s a man named Zhong Mingxin! He was saved by Princess Mingyue years ago. However, she took advantage of his gratitude to keep him detained for as long as ten years."

"What? Princess Mingyue actually did such a thing?" Nolan Deye frowned deeply. "A young girl like her to do such a thing. No wonder she has been unwilling to marry for so many years! So, there was such a reason."

"I don’t care to know why Princess Mingyue is unwilling to marry," said Zhong Niangyao. "However, my bond with Zhong Mingxin is significant, and I must take him away."

"I’ll issue an order right away to bring Zhong Mingxin to the palace," Nolan Deye spoke up immediately. "Then, State Preceptor, you can do as you please."

Hearing Nolan Deye’s words, Zhong Niangyao felt somewhat speechless, though she did not make an effort to clarify. "This can be done tomorrow; today, I will stay here."

"Alright," Nolan Deye hastily said. "This is the State Preceptor’s domain, it’s only natural for you to stay here. I won’t disturb the State Preceptor’s rest."

It was only when he was about to leave that Nolan Deye noticed Lu Yichen, who had been standing there in silence.

Earlier, his entire attention had been on Zhong Niangyao, so he had completely overlooked the presence of such a formidable man by her side.

Seeing that neither Zhong Niangyao nor the man had any intention of introducing him, Nolan Deye tactfully left without asking anything further.

For ten years, the National Master Hall had been vacant, with no one taking up residence. It wasn’t for a lack of others wanting to, but simply that no one possessed the strength that Zhong Niangyao had. There were some half-competent individuals who wanted to become the State Preceptor, only to be exposed as frauds.

The lights of the National Master Hall were lit again; someone had moved in.

This news quickly spread; Nolan Deye did not try to conceal it. Since Zhong Niangyao had never mentioned keeping it a secret, he had seen no need for any concealment or cover-up.

The State Preceptor who once offered herself to the heavens had returned and was now residing in the National Master Hall once again.

No one doubted the veracity of this news. A dead person returning was nonsensical, but if that person was the former State Preceptor of Lai Country, everything seemed to make sense.

Inside the Prince Yu Mansion—

Han An was getting ready for bed, preparing to rest.

Although she was Princess Consort Yu, besides her, Prince Yu had two concubines and five other concubines. As for other women without official status, there were even more.

Prince Yu had not come to her room this evening, so she was alone as she got ready for bed.

Just as she was about to turn off the lights and rest, Prince Yu suddenly pushed the door open and entered.

Seeing Prince Yu arrive, Han An was startled for a moment and blurted out, "Prince, why have you come?"

Of course, her words did not mean she was unhappy with Prince Yu’s arrival. It was just that she had known Prince Yu went to Consort Li’s place tonight, so she couldn’t understand why he would come to her now, at bedtime.

"Why, aren’t you welcoming me?" Prince Nolan Chenyu smiled softly, his face exuding endless tenderness. "You are my Princess Consort, isn’t it perfectly normal for me to come to your chamber to rest?"

Seeing the gentle smile on Nolan Chenyu’s face, Han An’s cheeks flushed with boundless joy. "How could I not? I’m naturally very happy that you’ve come to my chamber. I thought you would stay with Consort Li tonight!"

Taking Han An’s hand gently, Nolan Chenyu spoke softly, "Han An, I know you might have felt aggrieved recently. But I am helpless! Consort Li and Consort Wu both have families that support me. Thus, openly, it’s difficult for me to neglect them too much."

"Prince, I understand."

The grievances Han An had been harboring dissipated upon hearing Nolan Chenyu’s words.

She looked at Nolan Chenyu touchedly, "As long as I’m in your heart, that is enough for me."

Nolan Chenyu gently embraced Han An, his voice full of tenderness, "You are the Princess Consort I went through great lengths to marry, my heart is certainly yours. I’m sorry for any discomfort you’ve felt on ordinary days."

Looking into Nolan Chenyu’s expressive eyes, Han An could not hide her joy.

She nestled softly in his arms, her voice brimming with contentment, "Being married to you is the greatest happiness of my life, Prince."

"It’s also my fortune to have married you," Nolan Chenyu softly held Han An. "If it weren’t for my sake, you and the State Preceptor wouldn’t have—"

Before he could finish, a pair of delicate hands suddenly covered his mouth.

"Prince, everything I’ve done is worth it," Han An said firmly. "You are my husband, and as spouses, we are one. Being able to help you is more than enough."

Nolan Chenyu sighed softly, "Regardless, it is my fault. But thankfully, now there’s a chance to rectify those errors."

"What?" Confusion filled Han An’s voice. "Prince, what do you mean?"

"Han An, haven’t you heard?" Nolan Chenyu said with a look of surprise. "The State Preceptor has returned and is now living in the National Master Hall again."

"My master has returned?" A jolt went through Han An as she left Nolan Chenyu’s arms. "Prince, are you telling the truth? Has my master really returned?"

"It’s true." Nolan Chenyu nodded. "That’s the news from the palace."