Young Master Is Being Jealous Again!
Chapter 605: A kiss that disconnects instantly, unrelated to love or desire

Chapter 605: Chapter 605: A kiss that disconnects instantly, unrelated to love or desire

Concerning Qin Ruan’s suspicion, Huo Yunjiao resolutely shook his head in denial, "Anyone else might be possible, but not Xiao Wenrou."

Qin Ruan picked her eyebrow up slightly, expressing subtle skepticism, "Are you so certain?"

Huo Yunjiao’s eyes squinted, the corners carrying a faint smile, "When Wenrou was first sent to our team, I just so happened to be there to carry out some procedures, and we had a minor dispute.

At that time, she was young and courageous enough to challenge a tiger. She knew I had spent some time at the base and thought I was fragile. So she challenged me."

I didn’t go easy on her at the time, knocked her flat on the ground, and it took her a long time to get up. Since then, she looks at me as if I’m a cat and she’s a mouse, except when others are present."

When others were present, Wenrou would transform into a perfect tea girl, radiating infatuation for Third Master Huo from head to toe.

Qin Ruan’s eyes widened, incredulously staring at the Third Master, "You hit a woman?!"

Huo Yunjiao did not deny it: "Her skills can’t match mine, she had to endure it. Many other members of the aristocratic families in the base crossed hands with Wenrou.

Those moments were tough for Wenrou. She was, after all, brought into line by the hands of members from so many powerful families. I had mentioned to you before, Wenrou is sturdy."

The corners of Qin Ruan’s mouth twitched.

Indeed, the Third Master had mentioned this to her before.

But she never imagined that Wenrou had suffered under the Third Master’s hands.

Qin Ruan tried to picture Wenrou being hit by the Third Master, but couldn’t quite imagine it.

The man in front of her sat upright, emanating a refined, gentle aura, his demeanor gentle and warm, possessing the true demeanor of a noble son.

She could not imagine such a mannerly Third Master resorting to violence.

Qin Ruan stared at his overly pale face. His weak appearance didn’t seem to match that character, either."

Perhaps Qin Ruan’s look of suspicion was too peculiar. In response, Huo Yunjiao extended his hand to lift her jaw.

With an expression that was neither smiling nor laughing, he asked, "Kiddo, what’s on your mind?"

Qin Ruan’s expression now was no different from when Wenrou questioned his skills earlier.

He might be in poor health and worse off when he’s not feeling well, but he isn’t so weak as to be unable to do anything."

Years ago, he underwent training at the base. He might not have topped the ranks in every area, but his results were always satisfactory."

Sensing the dangerous glint in Third Master’s eyes, Qin Ruan’s survival instincts kicked in.

She tried to please him by saying, "It’s nothing. Just that Wenrou may genuinely not like you."

"I wouldn’t lie to you," he replied.

Huo Yunjiao gently stroked Qin Ruan’s lip corner with his finger, speaking in tender tones.

Qin Ruan was being quite obedient, creating an illusion of surrender.

Unable to resist, the Third Master leaned down to lay a delicate kiss on the corner of her lips.

Only to pull away instantly.

This kiss, unrelated to lust or desire.

As Huo Yunjiao stepped back, a gentle smile was about to spill from the corners of his eyes.

His expression was lazy and impending fatigue was visible. "If there’s any trouble in the future, donandrsquot bother suspecting the Xiao Family. They wouldn’t do something that could get them into trouble. After all, they have to prioritize their own survival and know not to cross boundaries.

"Of the four major families, the Gu Family has some relations with the Fu Family. The Long Family and Huo Family are in-laws, but our interests don’t dictate each other.

"The Lu Family currently sides with the Huo Family, but it’s uncertain whether they’ll have other plans later. The remaining ones are the six big aristocratic families: the Su Family, the Gongsun Family, the Xiao Family, the Rong Family, the Ling Family, and the Fu Family, who’s going to enter the capital soon.

"Among these families, you’ve interacted with the people from four of them, only the Gongsun Family and Fu Family haven’t been met. There will be an opportunity to meet in the future."

Qin Ruan listened as the Third Master chatted next to her, her lips moved slightly.

The spot where she was just kissed was still filled with an intense warmth.

With those thin lips of his that unveiled smiles so dazzling, it was as if he was tempting her to do something.

He had deep, gentle eyes, and a captivating charm lay beneath the smile on his face.

Qin Ruan lowered her gaze gently, evading the visual sensation that made her heart flutter.

She hadn’t really listened to what the Third Master was saying, and complained, "This all feels so complicated."

Huo Yunjiao lovingly stroked her hair, his voice encouraging, "If you familiarize yourself with the dynamics, you’ll understand. Ruanruan, you’re intelligent and understanding the noble families won’t be a challenge for you."

"Can I not understand it?"

Qin Ruan relaxed her body, naturally leaning her head onto the Third Master’s shoulder.

She doesn’t want to do anything. But getting closer should be okay, right?

The Third Master truly was capable, unconsciously drawing her in without even realizing it.

Qin Ruan understood what he wanted her to do. By encouraging her to comprehend the complex relationships between these powerful families, he was pushing her into the center of power from behind.

Huo Yunjiao pinched Qin Ruan’s earlobe gently, playing around with it.

He asked her in a low voice, "Ruanruan, are you not interested in this scene, or fearful about it deep down?"

Qin Ruan leaned on his shoulder and her gaze swept across the fruit plate on the table."

There was a trace of confusion in her eyes, unsure of what she felt deep down."

The powerful families and aristocrats had always been distant from her."

She always felt that she couldn’t adapt to such high-profile families."

In these past few months living in the Huo Family, she had encountered members from a few families. She didn’t feel any resentment, and they all got along well."

However, in these months with the Huo Family, she never considered herself a part of them."

All she acknowledged was that she was the Third Master’s woman."

They had two children together, who would be born in just a few months."

While at the Huo’s, she never stepped out of line, and considered everything from an observer’s perspective."

This was about minding her own business and understanding her place."

Qin Ruan didn’t see a problem with living this way. Nonetheless, she couldn’t help but ponder on it now."

"Ruanruan, you’re my wife, and the mother of my two children. For our children, you have got to plan some things ahead."

The whisper of Third Master’s voice filled with temptation resonated in Qin Ruan’s ears."

Qin Ruan slightly looked up, her expression serene and straightforward. A soft smile curled up at the corners of her lips.

"I don’t understand all those intricate games, and I’m afraid I would be disadvantaged."

Perhaps he had not expected her to say this, Huo Yunjiao’s expression momentarily froze. Then he smiled and reached forward to hold Qin Ruan’s hand.

In the blink of an eye, his aura glowed with a sharpness that agitated one’s heart."

The civility and elegance of the Third Master was replaced by an aura of deep mystery."

Qin Ruan heard Third Master swear to her: "No, I will hold your hand and lead you step by step without anyone giving you a hard time."

His tender words flowed past Qin Ruan’s ear, making her fingertips tremble slightly."

Third Master’s words conveyed a conviction that required no further thoughts."

Qin Ruan beamed a brilliant smile: "Alright, you can’t let go of my hand!"

She held the man’s hand back; their hands were tightly intertwined."

They were like two lovers deeply bound to each other, inseparable by anyone."

"Okay."

Third Master’s guarantee echoed."

...

Time flew by."

Qin Ruan had been staying in Champs Elysees Manor for a week."

During these days, she had been commuting between Shengshi Academy and Champs Elysees Manor, and between these two places and the Tongsha Sky Bridge. Her life had nearly reduced to a pattern between these three places."

Despite being busy, her efforts paid off."

Qin Ruan had also managed to gather some Evil Qi at the Tongsha Sky Bridge."

Though not much, it was better than nothing."