Young Master Is Being Jealous Again!
Chapter 248: Master Huo: His Madam is really not simple

Chapter 248: Chapter 248: Master Huo: His Madam is really not simple

Huo Zhi rose from the ground with lingering fear, giving a slight bow to the Third Master sitting at the desk, and then turned to leave the study.

The door to the room was closed from the inside by Huo Chuan behind her.

Standing outside the study, Huo Zhi felt a cold sweat breaking out across her back.

Her heart was beating rapidly, gripped by tension and fear.

If the Third Master had decided to punish her today, she may have lost her life.

The injuries she sustained in the Punishment Hall not long ago had not fully healed, tormenting her daily.

Although the Second Master was ruthless, he at least spared her life.

Once the Third Master took action, it was not as simple as shedding blood.

Huo Zhi stood there, emotionless, composing herself before heading to the master bedroom.

Inside the study.

Huo Chuan, having already organized the information early in the morning, respectfully placed it on the table in front of Huo Yunjiao.

"Third Master, Lun Wenbin is a disciple of the Jade Star Sect, he has some influence in the sect. Qiao Nanyuan and his disciple Qiao Jiu belong to the Maoshan Sect. All three became acquainted with the Madam on the trip to Qi Mountain.

Upon their return to the Capital City, they all had several contacts with the Madam, their backgrounds seemingly clean, but as members of the Mystical Sect, they are inevitably linked to various families."

Huo Yunjiao’s hand rested on the documents, but he didn’t seem interested in opening them. Instead, a look of interest crossed his face.

Qi Mountain, the Ling Family.

Now, we can add the Maoshan Sect and the Jade Star Sect to the mix.

The Third Master couldn’t help but curl his lips into a smirk.

His Madam was truly extraordinary.

It hadn’t been that long, yet she had already made connections with so many people.

None of them were simple characters.

The Ling Family was one of the aristocratic families, with a well-known movie star, and a member of the Mystical Sect, they had also provoked the crime investigation bureau.

It seemed as if all changes in Qin Ruan had started that night at the Imperial Court Hotel.

Huo Yunjiao tapped his fingers on the documents, his refined face expressing deep thought.

What exactly had happened during this period that caused such profound changes in Qin Ruan?

Huo Chuan, who had served the Third Master for many years, knew his temperament well.

His Master always strove for perfection when it came to things beyond his control.

He couldn’t help but tentatively ask, "Third Master, should we assign someone to investigate the Madam?"

Huo Yunjiao looked up, his cold, emotionless eyes staring straight at him.

This gaze sent a chill shooting from the soles of Huo Chuan’s feet to his heart.

"Are you idle?" The Third Master’s lips curled slightly, his expression somewhere between a smile and a smug look.

But beneath the surface, his eyes grew darker, full of a powerful oppressiveness.

"Your servant was wrong!"

Huo Chuan bent his body, ready to kneel.

The Third Master waved his hand, "Fine, don’t give me such formalities, how are things with the Su Family recently?"

Huo Chuan stopped, straightening his body, admitting with lingering fear, "The Su Family has not made any big moves at the moment."

"So, there are small moves continuously?"

"Yes, it is said that the Su Family is currently looking for a marriage partner for Miss Su Jingshu."

"Oh? Just after being rejected by the Huo Family, they can’t wait?" The Third Master’s lips curled up into a mocking smile, his voice derisive.

Huo Chuan said, "The major families in the Capital City have not responded to the Su Family’s overtures, all deliberately avoiding involvement."

Huo Yunjiao picked up the documents beside him and put them in the drawer.

Casually, he asked, "What is Su Jingshu’s attitude?"

"No response yet, but she hasn’t refused either, apparently letting her family arrange everything."

The Third Master closed the drawer, rose to his feet, and adjusted the shirt sleeve on his forearm.

He laughed coldly, "Those people from the Su Family, their heads must be filled with water. They’re no match for this woman, Su Jingshu!"

Huo Chuan did not dare to respond.

The Third Master snorted, "Su Jingshu may be ruthless, and she has a bit of brains, but unfortunately she stoops too low and resorts to dishonourable tactics to achieve her goals."

"..." Huo Chuan remained silent.

Huo Yunjiao didn’t need his answer.

In a deep voice, he said, "Keep a close eye on the Su Family, don’t let them hurt the Madam."

"Yes——"

Huo Yunjiao was aware of the Su Family’s restlessness, but it was not yet time to deal with them.

The major election is coming next year, and at such a time, it is best for the major families to stay quiet.

If the Su Family were to fight desperately, countless innocent people would suffer, causing ripples to affect parties involved from all sides.

At present, what the Huo Family can do is to suppress the Su Family, preventing them from stirring up trouble.

For now, this matter can be handed over to the Second Elder Brother; being in charge of the Su Family’s problem is more suitable for him.

After all, the Su Family’s daughter, Su Jingshu, had given him a big green hat to wear.

...

Qin Ruan opened the door to see Huo Zhi, who had been standing outside in a standard pose.

Her face was as emotionless as usual, impossible to read.

Qin Ruan closed the door and swung the bag onto her shoulder, asking, "Is the Third Master still in the study?"

"Reply to Madam, yes."

Her response was rigid.

Looking at Huo Zhi, Qin Ruan thought she was beautiful no matter how she looked.

But this beauty didn’t seem alive or vibrant, as if she was born without an expression.

This was not the first time that Qin Ruan had bemoaned this fact.

She said casually, "Let’s go, give a greeting, and then we’ll head to school."

"Yes——"

Huo Zhi followed behind her, and they walked towards the study, one in front of the other.

Just as they reached the door of the study, Huo Yunjiao opened the door from the inside.

Upon seeing Qin Ruan, who had changed her clothes and was carrying a shoulder bag, the Third Master’s expression faltered.

His icy countenance instantly softened, and his gaze grew warmer.

"Are you going to school?"

Qin Ruan, as if she hadn’t noticed the sudden change in him, nodded, "Yes, just wanted to let you know."

"Go, but be careful on the road."

Qin Ruan obediently nodded, "I understand."

The Third Master leaned against the door frame of the study, preparing to watch Qin Ruan leave.

His hair was slightly messy. He lifted his hand to sweep the strands that hung low back, but they slid through his fingers again.

His chin tilted slightly, his thin lips hooked in a reserved curve.

His actions seemed casual and natural, but in Qin Ruan’s eyes, they were unspeakably sexy.

Whether it was Huo Yunjiao’s good looks, or his naturally noble status, he attracted countless women.

The Third Master represented the entire Huo Family. The Huo Family held the reins of power in the Cabinet and controlled all the major families in the Capital City.

Which woman wouldn’t be moved by such an influential and handsome man?

It would be a meteoric rise to get involved with Huo Yunjiao.

Faced with Qin Ruan’s lost gaze, the Third Master’s lips rose slightly.

He tapped her forehead, bringing her out of her reverie, "What are you thinking about, aren’t you going to school?"

"Um."

Qin Ruan responded, only realizing after the fact that she turned and left.

Her movements were quick, revealing a barely noticeable panic.

Behind her, the Third Master’s low laughter echoed.

Qin Ruan quickened her pace.

...

Shengshi Academy.

As Qin Ruan entered the school, she ran into Lu Yichen who was also in a hurry.

"Junior sister?"

Seeing Qin Ruan, Lu Yichen looked surprised, his eyes widening slightly.

He glanced down at Qin Ruan’s belly, his gaze somewhat strange.

Logically, knowing that Qin Ruan was carrying the Third Master’s child, who is also the most valued direct descendant of the Huo Family, neither the Old Madam Huo nor the Third Master should have let Qin Ruan come to school.

While it seemed that there was no dispute in the Shengshi Academy, in reality, it was not so.