Chapter 467 - 342: Leave the Door Open Tonight_3

"Sister Luan is so cute."

Lan Meng’Er laughed from the side.

"Yes, she is cute, just like a child. Our home will be lively in the future with two kids."

"That’s nice too. The house will be filled with laughter."

Lan Meng’Er really liked Luan Ying’s personality.

Anyway, she was very happy when with her, as for Ning Xin, she saw her more as a big sister.

"I’m going to Xian’Er’s place."

"Then I’ll go call Xiaofeng and Xiaolong."

She was about to go but was stopped by Ning Xin, "No need, they’re both in seclusion, trying to break through to the Profound Realm."

As soon as she returned to the mansion, she went to see the two brothers.

To her surprise, after not seeing them for more than two months, Ning Long had already reached the Realm Breakthrough Profound Realm, though he might need some more time.

And Ning Feng was also in Late-Stage Immortal Grade, not far from the Profound Realm.

"Then I’ll go with Sister."

She didn’t want to stay alone in the hall, because... she was afraid she couldn’t control her mouth.

The table was full of delicious food, and she had already swallowed several times.

"Let’s go then."

She said, linking arms with her and went to find Ning Immortal.

At this moment,

Qin Ying had already arrived at the gate of the Chen Mansion.

"Isn’t it too small!"

Looking at the small gate, she frowned slightly.

It didn’t seem fitting for Chen Xuan’s stature.

Long Da’s eyes showed a hint of surprise, but it was quickly covered up.

"The princess has really changed."

He couldn’t help but sigh in his heart. In the past, she wouldn’t have thought about these things.

Then he stepped forward and knocked on the door.

"Knock knock knock...."

Moments later, Liu Si appeared at the door, smiling, "Miss Qin, please come in!"

"Hmm!"

Qin Ying nodded slightly and then entered the mansion.

It was her first time here, so she looked around carefully along the way.

"You’re here, huh."

As soon as she reached the backyard, Chen Xuan was standing there, smiling at her.

"Yeah! I’m here."

A smile unconsciously appeared on her face while she spoke.

"Everything is ready, let’s go."

Chen Xuan smiled, and then they went to the main hall together.

"Little Sister Qin is here!"

Ning Xin came over, taking her hand.

"You can tell everything was made by Sister Xin, it looks delicious."

Qin Ying’s words were sweet; at that moment, she wasn’t a princess of Great Yu, but more like a good sister.

"Sit down. We haven’t eaten properly for a while, so let’s open up and eat well today."

Chen Xuan sat down first.

Only then did the other women take their seats.

Ning Xin’s culinary skills had undeniably improved, Chen Xuan hadn’t eaten this satisfyingly in a long time.

The women were chatting while eating.

Chen Xuan drank wine, listening to the women’s private conversations.

Whenever something caught his interest, he’d chime in.

But all he received in return were side glances.

The meal went on for a long time.

Chen Xuan sometimes couldn’t figure it out, how women seemed to have endless things to say when they got together, even Qin Ying, a member of the Imperial Family, was like this.

Finally, he couldn’t stand it anymore and left the main hall early, lying on a chair in the backyard, closing his eyes.

He unknowingly fell asleep.

He only woke up slowly when he felt a slight coolness on his forehead.

Look!

The coolness was actually Qin Ying’s jade-like fingers gently pressing on him.

Instantly, the corners of his mouth couldn’t help but curl up.

This was the princess of Great Yu giving him a massage.

Perhaps only Emperor Yu could enjoy such a treatment in the entire Great Yu.

"Feeling smug?"

Qin Ying saw through his thoughts at a glance.

But she didn’t stop.

"Of course... A princess of Great Yu serving me, how can’t I feel smug!"

He said while pointing at his shoulder.

Qin Ying immediately rolled her eyes and jokingly scolded, "Look at your demeanor!"

But her hands moved to his shoulders and gently pressed.

"Hmm, not bad, not bad!"

Chen Xuan slightly shook his head, quite satisfied. This is life, a man’s life.

"Slap!"

Qin Ying lightly hit his arm, scolding, "Look at how pleased you are!"

"Hehe!"

Chen Xuan chuckled.

"Oh, right, let me ask you something!"

Suddenly remembering about the Three Judicial Departments.

He asked, "Who decided on the Minister of the Three Judicial Departments?"

"The assessment from the Ritual Department is out?"

Qin Ying immediately understood.

"Yes, Ding-level, the Zong Peng brothers have to make way."

"Do you have an idea?"

She looked at him somewhat surprised.

It shouldn’t be, given his personality he should have no interest in power.

Why suddenly ask about this?

"It’s Qin Ke, Zongzheng said he’s recommending him for the Minister of the Three Judicial Departments."

"What’s more... He’s my disciple!"

"What?"

Qin Ying paused for a moment, her hand also stopped.

Wasn’t Qin Ke opening a brothel with him? How did he become his disciple?

How many things is he hiding from me?

"You bastard!"

The more she thought about it, the angrier she became, and she gave him a pinch.

"Ah... what are you doing!"

Chen Xuan cried out in pain.

"Tell me... how many things are you hiding from me?"

Although their relationship was becoming more familiar, she felt he was becoming more and more of a stranger.

"There’s so much going on, how could I remember everything? You’ll find out slowly in the future."

"Everyone at home knows!"

"Why don’t you just live here, then."

Chen Xuan felt wronged; he never intended to hide that Qin Ke was his disciple from her, otherwise, he wouldn’t have mentioned it just now.

"Hmph!"

Qin Ying was very dissatisfied, warning, "From now on, no more secrets from me!"

"Got it!"

Although he said this, it wasn’t what he actually thought.

At least there were still many things he couldn’t tell her for the time being.

Among the few women, only Ning Xin truly knew him well.

Having obtained the answer she wanted, Qin Ying started massaging him again, and then continued, "Generally, the current Minister of the Three Judicial Departments can make recommendations, and Great Yu will consider them."

"And there’s also the opinion of the prince of a mansion."

"It’s the combination of these two aspects that ultimately decides."

This has been the tradition.

"Isn’t Molan Mansion without a prince now? Does that mean Zong Peng and his people call the shots?"

Since the Crane King was summoned to the Imperial City, Molan Mansion hasn’t had a new prince.

"There’s no problem in saying it like that."

Qin Ying nodded slightly.

"But it’s not certain, after all, Molan Mansion’s prince should be decided soon."

Great Yu wouldn’t let a mansion be without a prince for long.

This would allow the Three Judicial Departments to become too powerful, which is not what Great Yu wants.

Therefore, she felt that Molan Mansion’s prince is likely to be decided before the Minister of the Three Judicial Departments.

At that time, there will be changes.

Upon hearing this, Chen Xuan furrowed his brows, so Qin Ke becoming the Minister of the Three Judicial Departments wouldn’t be that easy.

Luckily, he asked Qin Ying.

"Is there another way?"

"Hmm..."

After pondering for a while, Qin Ying replied, "I’ll communicate with my imperial brother and see if he has any methods."

Although she’s also part of the Imperial Family,

she never involves herself in these matters, only her imperial brother, who has ambitions for that position, pays attention to these things.

"Thank you."

Chen Xuan patted her hand.

"You shouldn’t leave tonight. We have plenty of rooms anyway."

"Huh?"

Qin Ying’s face reddened immediately. Just moments ago, they were talking about serious matters, and how did it suddenly become like this...

"What I mean is it’s getting dark, and it’d be troublesome to go back, so why not stay for the night."

"Or were you thinking of something else?"

Chen Xuan turned his head and teased with a mischievous smile.

"No!"

Qin Ying immediately denied it, but the blush on her face made Chen Xuan burst into laughter.

"Don’t laugh!"

She glared at him fiercely.

"Okay, okay... hahaha..."

Seeing that she seemed to be getting really mad, Chen Xuan quickly held back but tentatively asked, "Then will you leave the door open for me tonight?"

"Get lost!"

Qin Ying cursed, turning away in a flustered manner.

Gazing at her perfect figure, Chen Xuan couldn’t help but mutter, "Should I ask for some interest in advance?"

...

Night.

After performing his nightly routine, Chen Xuan left the room.

Ever since Lan Meng’Er became pregnant, he has always slept with her.

Just like he used to in the Human Realm.

Neither Ning Xin nor Luan Ying had any objections to this.

However, tonight... for some reason, as if his feet had a mind of their own, he unknowingly ended up at Qin Ying’s room.

Looking at the tightly closed door.

"Should I go in?"

He wasn’t afraid of being rejected, but rather afraid of losing control and going too far, which would lead to big trouble.

Inside the room.

Qin Ying hadn’t slept at all.

And she... had left the door unlocked.

She knew Chen Xuan was outside, sitting on the bed with her heart racing.

Eager for him to come in, yet worried.

Very conflicted.

One door, two people, just like that, stuck in a stalemate.

Eventually!

With a creak, the door opened, and Chen Xuan smiled.

"This woman has her thoughts too!"

He walked into the room and gently closed the door behind him.

Then, he walked further inside.

Soft footsteps echoed in the room, and Qin Ying, on the bed, tightly grabbed one corner of the quilt.

When Chen Xuan reached the inside, though it was pitch black, he could clearly see her expression.

Bowed head, blushing cheeks, and nervous hands.

"Hehe!"

Chen Xuan chuckled inwardly. Wasn’t this the high and mighty princess of Great Yu?

"So nervous? Afraid that I’ll devour you?"