Young Master Is Being Jealous Again!
Chapter 542: Does Qin Ruan know her man is this jealous?

Chapter 542: Chapter 542: Does Qin Ruan know her man is this jealous?

Qin Ruan frowned in thought for a moment, then asked Josh, "Do you know what’s going on?"

Josh was also clueless, "No idea, but there were more people coming and going from the Huo Family today than usual, and the Hidden Guards were frequently seen."

Upon hearing this, Qin Ruan recalled what the third master had told her before in the room - that she would not encounter Nangong Chang anymore.

Could it be that the Huo Family was about to make a move on the Nangong Family?

It had to be said that Qin Ruan’s reaction was quite sharp.

"Madam, would you like to have a meal now?"

A servant came in and interrupted Qin Ruan’s train of thought.

Feeling hungry, Qin Ruan nodded at the servant.

She asked Josh and Qin Mei, "Have you eaten?"

Qin Mei answered, "I have."

Josh said, "I’ve eaten as well."

"Meow—"

Xueqiu decided to join the fray at this moment.

Qin Mei’s face darkened, "You just ate a fish!"

"Meow!!"

Xueqiu protested against Qin Mei.

Patting its round belly, Qin Mei seriously said, "You can’t eat anymore. If you get fat, I won’t be able to carry you."

"Meow?"

Xueqiu’s green eyes sparkled with doubt about its cat life.

Too heavy to carry?!

How weak is its owner exactly?

Qin Ruan laughed and followed the servant to the dining hall.

...

Upstairs, in the study.

Huo Yunjiao was sitting at his desk, going through the stacks of documents and files.

Standing in front of him was the expressionless Lin Hao.

Just a moment ago, Lin Hao had detailed every event that took place after Nangong Chang burst into the rest room during Qin Ruan’s attendance at the Lu Family banquet to Huo Yunjiao.

The third master, who was reviewing the files, asked in a cool voice, "Has the Madam ever been to the Punishment Hall?"

Lin Hao paused slightly, then shook his head, "No, the Madam is not interested in the Punishment Hall."

Huo Yunjiao looked up at Lin Hao, his gaze inscrutable.

He could detect the emotion in Lin Hao’s words.

As if he had objections to his arrangements.

With a slight smile on the corner of his lips, the third master said in a gentle voice, "Since the Madam is not interested, we can let this matter rest for now. There will be plenty of opportunities in the future."

"Yes, third master."

Lin Hao bowed his head, making it impossible to identify his expression.

Huo Yunjiao returned to his documents.

He spoke nonchalantly, "Lin Hao, I know you and the Madam have known each other since West City. That’s all well and good, but you can’t go back to the way things were. Your statuses are different now. Do you understand what I mean?"

Lin Hao looked up in surprise, his face bewildered.

He seemed to understand, but then again, he didn’t.

The third master’s words seemed to suggest, to him, to keep his distance from Qin Ruan.

But if he didn’t want him near Qin Ruan, why did he arrange him by her side?

Without even lifting his head, Huo Yunjiao was aware of Lin Hao’s gaze.

He gracefully signed his name on the document, folded it, and put it aside.

The third master lifted his deep eyes and shot a look at Lin Hao, "Do you know what actions the Huo Family started taking from last night?"

Since Lin Hao was now part of the Huo Family’s Hidden Guards, he would naturally not be intentionally kept in the dark about their A-level operations.

Lin Hao nodded, "Yes, I know. It’s an A-level operation, targeting the Nangong Family for an elimination."

Huo Yunjiao raised the corner of his lips slightly, "Do you know about Nangong Chang’s indecent intention toward the Madam?"

Lin Hao thought about the way Nangong Chang looked at Qin Ruan.

He frowned deeply, "The way he looks at the Madam... it’s discomforting."

Huo Yunjiao gave a light nod and emphasized, "Ruanruan is my wife, the future mistress of the Huo Family. To say something sentimental, she is my wife. I wouldn’t allow any man to covet her. Do you understand?"

Lin Hao’s mouth twitched slightly, a look of surprise evident on his determined face.

He took a deep breath and nodded seriously, "Yes, third master."

Just jealous, eh!

What a roundabout way they took; I was wondering what was going on.

Lin Hao lowered his head—at an angle where Third Master couldn’t see—and rolled his eyes silently.

He thought to himself, does Qin Ruan realize how jealous her man could get?

Huo Yunjiao didn’t feel that he was that jealous.

He simply didn’t like it when other people coveted Qin Ruan.

Now that he was still alive, and there were already others with designs on Ruanruan, his anger was tinged with a subtle shift in his idea of paving the way for Qin Ruan’s future.

If one day he was truly no more, would Qin Ruan really turn around and step into another man’s embrace?

With the thought of this possibility, his mood was no longer as relaxed as it was a few months ago.

Huo Yunjiao held the brush in his hand, applying a little more pressure than usual.

He dismissed the various schemes and dark thoughts that surfaced in his mind.

Some things should not be thought about too much, for if they were, one would be tempted to act on them.

Huo Yunjiao expelled a soft breath and said to Lin Hao, "Huo Zhi hasn’t been feeling well lately, so you should continue to stay with the Madam for now. Once Huo Zhi gets better, you can join me along with Huo Chuan."

"Yes, Third Master!"

Whatever man standing before him said, Lin Hao was all ears now.

After all, a jealous man could become utterly irrational.

It was best for him to prioritize his own safety.

The Huo Family was ready to annihilate the Nangong Family because of Nangong Chang’s covetous gazes toward Qin Ruan.

If he harbored any intentions toward Qin Ruan, the Huo Family would no doubt flay him alive.

The gruesome image sent a shudder through Lin Hao’s body.

Huo Yunjiao’s brow moved slightly: "Cold?"

"No."

Strong was Lin Hao’s instinct to survive, he quickly shook his head.

"Knock, knock——"

There was a knock on the study door.

Huo Yunjiao gestured to Lin Hao with a lift of his chin, and the latter quickly walked over to the door.

The door swung open, and standing outside, Huo Chuan walked in.

In a quick tone, he reported, "Third Master, the Long Family has sent a message; it’s been delivered to the Old Master."

Huo Yunjiao still maintained his calm, graceful, and calculated demeanor.

He asked in a level voice, "Who delivered it?"

Huo Chuan: "Mr. Long, the Old Master’s Son-in-law."

The current head of the Long Family who’s in power.

Huo Yunjiao leaned back in his chair, "What’s the message?"

Huo Chuan’s voice carried a slight weight, "Mr. Long is seriously ill and fears he may not be able to shoulder the responsibilities. The Long Family hopes the Huo Family can promptly put forth a successor."

Huo Yunjiao’s fingertips moved slightly, his index and thumb gently rubbing against each other.

His deep eyes turned to Huo Chuan, "Has Big Brother returned?"

Huo Chuan shook his head, "Nangong’s situation is tough to control, so my Elder Brother has personally gone to oversee."

"And Sister-in-law?"

"Mr. Long is seriously ill, the Madam is currently at his side."

Huo Yunjiao asked again, "Has there been any news from the Lu Family?"

Huo Chuan: "Still no news yet."

The sound of patting echoed within the quiet study.

Huo Yunjiao’s fingertips gently knocked on the armrest of the chair, creating a crisp sound.

His brows and eyes were serene, his thin pink lips slightly pursed, and the corners of his mouth turned up to the perfect degree.

His features were profound, his jawline could be considered flawless.

Third Master, like this, was undoubtedly fatally attractive.

After who knew how long, Huo Yunjiao’s deep voice slowly rang out, "Call Lu Han, tell his father to go to the Cabinet immediately."

His voice was soft, but carried an irrefutable authority of someone powerful.

Since the Long Family had given them such a good way out, if the Lu Family didn’t seize it now, when would they?

Huo Chuan asked, "Should I send someone to notify the Lu Family, or should I call?"

"Call. It’s not suitable for the Huo Family to be directly involved. Also, tell the Lu Family, except for the Su Family, rest of the aristocratic families have already agreed."

"I’ll do it right away."

Huo Chuan nodded and hurriedly left.