Chapter 309: Chapter 31: Coincidence

Faced with Sister Ning’s inquiry, Zhao Housheng didn’t rush. In his view, as long as Sister Ning was willing to acknowledge him and speak to him, that was enough.

As for whether Sister Ning believed him or not, it didn’t matter, since he already had reasons and excuses prepared.

“This is Wang Er’s sworn godmother. Back in the days at the border, Wang Er came with me, and he often went out for meals at the border, gradually getting to know the shopkeeper of the restaurant. That shopkeeper was from the Capital. Hearing that Wang Er came from the Capital, even though he was from the countryside, there was a sense of kinship. Over time, upon hearing that Wang Er had a hard life, they became sworn kin, making him a godson,” Zhao Housheng explained smoothly.

Upon hearing about the restaurant’s shopkeeper, Lin Youning couldn’t help but think of the old woman.

“Is it the largest restaurant on West Street, managed by an elderly woman?” Lin Youning asked directly.

Gu Yifeng also stared at Zhao Housheng, noticing the surprise that flashed through Zhao Housheng’s eyes. He knew Zhao Housheng wasn’t telling the truth, but since this was a matter between siblings, Gu Yifeng didn’t expose it.

“You’ve had a meal at that restaurant? That’s the one.” Zhao Housheng replied.

“What a coincidence, then. Some days ago, when I went out for a meal, the shopkeeper said I looked familiar and asked which family I came from, but later said they had mistaken me for someone else,” Lin Youning said, feeling that the situation was too coincidental. But how could there be so many coincidences in the world? “I suppose the shopkeeper must have met my brother before, which is why I seemed familiar to her.”

Zhao Housheng nodded, “You know that the border is poor in resources. After staying in the camp for a long time, I wanted a change of taste. Going to the restaurant was because of Wang Er’s godmother, so we didn’t need to spend much money.”

Lin Youning nodded and stopped asking, though her expression clearly showed disbelief.

“This was originally a misunderstanding, so don’t overthink it. As for why the Eldest Prince sent people to watch me, I still haven’t figured it out. I didn’t dare enter the city before, thinking he might be up to something against you through me. Now it seems that’s not the case, so I felt at ease entering the city,” Zhao Housheng explained further.

Lin Youning didn’t want to listen any further, “I was worried about my brother’s matter last night and didn’t sleep much at all. Since I’ve learned now that it’s not an issue, I’m relieved. You and the Marquis must have much to discuss, so go to the front courtyard and talk.”

Zhao Housheng looked helplessly at his sister, “The house has been tidied up well enough, you should come visit when you have time.”

Obviously, he meant to show goodwill, but Lin Youning ignored him, got up, and went inside.

Gu Yifeng stood up, “Sister Ning is worried about you, and she really is tired. Let’s head to the study in the front courtyard.”

Zhao Housheng knew there was nothing else he could do at the moment, so he nodded and went with the Marquis to the front study. His sister was easy to dismiss, but explaining to the Marquis would not be so simple.

After entering the study, Gu Yifeng sat down and said straightforwardly, “Since you don’t want to talk, I won’t press you. But I want to tell you this: if it concerns Sister Ning, if you can protect yourself, you can keep silent. However, if you can’t protect Sister Ning, I think you should consider the matter. It’s just that with what happened last night involving your sister, the Eldest Prince’s side is already on guard. If we want to rescue her again, it won’t be easy.”

Zhao Housheng remained silent, and Gu Yifeng said no more, drinking his tea.

Zhao Housheng was indeed in great turmoil over this issue. How could he explain it?

“You’re someone I brought out, so I understand your feelings. I imagine this situation is very important as well. Since it’s difficult to talk about, maybe you shouldn’t. On the Eldest Prince’s front, if the Holy Emperor doesn’t pursue it further, this matter will blow over,” Gu Yifeng continued when Zhao Housheng said nothing.

After all, this matter was decreed by the Holy Emperor, and only with his words could the Eldest Prince stop the investigation. Gu Yifeng didn’t know who the Eldest Prince was searching for.

But for the Holy Emperor to search for someone so secretly, this person’s identity must be very special.

Or perhaps there was some Royal Family secret involved.

Thinking about a Royal Family secret suddenly shed light in Gu Yifeng’s mind as the thought of a lone eagle flashed through. He glanced at Zhao Housheng, who was staring at him blankly, and then Gu Yifeng shook his head.

He just felt that his idea was too naive. How could such a coincidence exist in the world?

“Let this matter pass for now, but be cautious in the days to come, and return early. When there’s nothing to do, come by the house, so Sister Ning won’t be bored,” Gu Yifeng advised, beginning to send him off since Zhao Housheng remained silent.

Last night should have been their wedding night, but due to the commotion it wasn’t meant to be.

Although Gu Yifeng wasn’t tired, he considered that taking a nap back at Sister Ning’s during the day wouldn’t be a bad idea.

Zhao Housheng got up, clasped his hands in farewell, and Gu Yifeng didn’t keep him, having Li Si escort him out. Gu Yifeng then took big strides back to the rear courtyard.

Lin Youning heard the sound of a greeting from outside as she drowsily leaned on the couch, causing her to open her eyes and sit up.

“Why are you back at this hour? Is something the matter?”

“I only dozed off for a little while at dawn yesterday, and I’m not going to the camp today, so I thought I’d come here for a nap,” said Gu Yifeng, heading straight to the back room. “Get me a clean set of underclothes.”

Does he want to sleep during the day?

Lin Youning got up to find what he wanted, but as she thought about the word “sleep,” her face involuntarily turned red. Last night, because of her brother’s matter, events were interrupted.

But during broad daylight, was her husband really intending to…?

Lin Youning felt she was overthinking, knowing her husband wasn’t like that. She found the clean underclothes, handed them over, and quickly walked out without looking much.

Gu Yifeng couldn’t suppress a smile at her small gesture. After changing into clean underclothes, he went toward the bed and turned back to her.

“You slept late last night; why don’t you come over and sleep for a while too? I’ve arranged for the people outside not to disturb us unless necessary.”

Lin Youning’s eyes widened. How could he say something like this in broad daylight, even if they did nothing? In the eyes of the servants, it would seem like something was going on.

Thinking of this, Lin Youning glared angrily, feeling utterly embarrassed.

Gu Yifeng sat on the bed, gesturing for her to come over, “Don’t overthink it; we’re just napping during the day.”

It would have been better if he hadn’t said that, but Gu Yifeng’s teasing remark made Lin Youning’s face turn completely red. She gave him a fierce look, then lay on the soft couch, her originally wavering heart now completely settled, with no intention to move toward the bed.

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