Young Master Is Being Jealous Again!
Chapter 602: The centuries-old rules of the Huo Family, a mistake is a mistake

Chapter 602: Chapter 602: The centuries-old rules of the Huo Family, a mistake is a mistake

Qin Ruan, who had just put on her shoes, heard a sound from downstairs.

She walked to the balcony and looked down.

The weather was lovely today, with pleasant outdoor temperatures and warm sunshine, bringing a cozy feeling when it shone on her.

Downstairs.

The Third Master was lounging casually on a wicker chair.

Huo Qiang and Huo Chuan were surrounding an expressionless Huo Zhi.

The moment Qin Ruan saw Huo Zhi, she realized that the woman had lost a lot of weight.

Dressed in tight black clothes, Huo Zhi glared accusingly at Huo Chuan and Huo Qiang.

Huo Chuan seemed oblivious, still trying to bribe her with a piece of candy he held in his hand.

"Little Zhizi, give me a smile, and I’ll give you this candy."

"Go away."

The voice of Huo Zhi was hoarse, as if she hadn’t spoken in a long time.

Huo Qiang was circling around Huo Zhi.

He looked at her sharply, an authoritative expression on his face and a clear critical light in his eyes.

After a while, Huo Qiang touched his chin in thought.

Not long after, he turned to face the Third Master.

"Master, Huo Zhi’s current recovery level is not equal to even seventy percent of her previous combat power."

The Third Master sitting in the wicker chair didn’t move or speak.

Anxiety flashed across the expressionless face of Huo Zhi.

She pushed away Huo Chuan who held the candy and swiftly walked in front of the Third Master, kneeling on one knee.

"Master, I’m well now. I can protect Madam."

Huo Yunjiao remained silent.

His gaze fell on the teacup on the table beside him, and he lightly traced the exquisite patterns on it.

The air froze, things were inexplicably becoming tense.

At that moment, the Third Master’s low, husky voice slowly rang out: "Huo Zhi, in half a month, the Second Master will be publicly executed in the Punishment Hall because of you. You’re not suitable to be around Madam at that time."

The pupils in Huo Zhi’s eyes suddenly contracted, she stammered, "I beg the Master to punish me. It’s all my fault. The Second Master, he..."

Huo Yunjiao looked down, his indifferent and cool gaze landed on Huo Zhi. "Are you saying he’s not guilty?"

He was the true ruler, high above, always looking down on others.

Without any anger, his imposing presence radiated from him.

Huo Zhi humbly lowered her head. "My subordinate dares not to, I’m not qualified."

Huo Yunjiao seemed pleased and laughed lightly, "At least you haven’t forgotten your place."

The right and wrong of Huo Yirong should not be judged by a hidden guard.

They were not qualified to point fingers.

If someone made a mistake, they were in the wrong.

The rule of the Huo Family for hundreds of years could be broken.

But those who break the rules must be courageous enough to accept the consequences.

Huo Zhi dared not mention anything about the Second Master anymore.

The upcoming public execution was greatly connected to her. If she didn’t want to implicate the Second Master, she would have to avoid the matter entirely.

Huo Zhi remained kneeling.

She looked up, her unsettled gaze resting on the noble man in front of her. "Master, can I return to Madam’s side?"

Huo Yunjiao chuckled lightly and deliberately said, "You should ask the Madam that. Ask whether she still wants you."

Huo Zhi bit her lip, wishing she could rush to the Madam’s side right now.

"Of course she wants you! Why wouldn’t she? Having such a rare beauty by her side every day is a feast for the eyes."

The sound of a cheerful, pleasant voice resonated from upstairs.

All the people downstairs looked up in the direction of the sound, including the Third Master, who was releasing an ambient aura of authority.

Qin Ruan leaned on the railing, her eyes half-closed as she looked down at the crowd. Her face lit up in a radiant and beautiful smile.

Bathing in the sunlight, she radiated a faint aura of sanctity.

With a smile in her eyes, Qin Ruan looked tenderly at the elegant Third Master standing below.

It’s a good thing that this person can enjoy the sun, it seems they are in better health today than yesterday.

Huo Yunjiao’s thin lips stretched into a smile, waving towards Qin Ruan, "The kitchen has prepared your favorite dishes, do you want to come down for a meal?"

Leaning on the railing, Qin Ruan squinted her eyes and laughed, "I’m not hungry yet, the weather is nice today, it’s good to be out in the sun."

Seeing her out there, as lazy as a cat, filled Huo Yunjiao with a pleasant feeling.

He looked up at Qin Ruan and asked, "Do you want to come down and sit for a while?"

"Sure!"

As Qin Ruan turned to leave, she took a step before turning back to look at Huo Zhi below.

She cast a stern warning, "Little Zhizi, don’t run off as soon as I am gone, I’ve missed you after not seeing you for so long!"

"Yes, madam——" Huo Zhi said excitedly, a look of gratitude on her face.

Only after hearing her response did Qin Ruan return to her room to freshen up.

Downstairs.

Laughter flickered in Huo Yunjiao’s eyes.

Qin Ruan is a smart girl. He originally planned to dismiss Huo Zhi.

Considering her current strength is only 70% compared to her peak, she is not strong enough to return to Qin Ruan’s side.

Yet the smart kid had asked Huo Zhi to stay, in front of him no less.

This was obvious protection.

He too had tasted the protection Qin Ruan offered.

Remembering the impact her abrasive ways had on Josh, Master Three remembered it well.

The protection that was once his was now given to somebody else, leaving Master Three’s feelings complex.

He lowered his head to look at Huo Zhi, who was still kneeling on the ground.

Previously he found her quite appealing, but now, something seemed off.

Her clothes were a tight fit, only making her seem thinner. Could she still take care of Ruanruan like this?

Her face was pale, evolving to the level of his sickness. Given their conditions, who would end up taking care of whom?

Huo Zhi kept her gaze down, all the while side-eyeing those perfectly paired, slender legs in her sight.

How could she not sense Master Three’s gaze?

But this time, there was no accusation or displeasure, just a sense of chaos.

"Cough!"

All of a sudden, Huo Yunjiao let out a cough.

He knew he had stared at Huo Zhi for too long.

Master Three looked at Huo Chuan and lifted his chin, instructing, "After the Madam sees Huo Zhi, take her down to rest. She should stay put unless absolutely necessary, until everything with Brother Two settles. Then arrangements can be made."

"Yes, Master." Huo Chuan clasping a piece of candy in his hand, nodded in compliance.

"What are you two whispering about behind my back?"

Qin Ruan’s gentle voice echoed from their rear.

Master Three calmly explained, "For the time being, Huo Zhi can’t be with you. We will see about that next month. Brother Two has some complicated matters to deal with, and a justification needs to be provided to Huo family’s elders."

"No problem."

Qin Ruan walked up to Huo Yunjiao and inspected Huo Zhi up and down.

Seeing her still kneeling, she spoke up, "Huo Zhi, stand up, let me see you."

Upon her command, Huo Zhi hastily rose to her feet.

Upon closer inspection, this girl had become even thinner.

Qin Ruan pursed her lips, "You need to put on some weight, you’ve lost so much going outside just once."

"Yes, madam."

Huo Yunjiao then waved Huo Chuan over.

The latter walked up to Huo Zhi, grasping her hand, placed the candy he had in his hand into hers.

Huo Chuan patted her hand, "You haven’t fully recovered. Go back and rest."

With the candy firmly in her hand, Huo Zhi respectfully bowed to Huo Yunjiao and Qin Ruan.

"I take my leave."

As she watched Huo Zhi leave, the slight smile in Qin Ruan’s eyes faded.

She sat down beside Master Three, studying his handsome face, and asked, "Did Huo Zhi offend you?"

Master Three raised his eyebrows slightly, "No, why do you ask?"