Chapter 446: Chapter 305: Your Senior Brother is a Voyeur

His Changsheng, after all, did care about him!

Otherwise, she wouldn’t get angry, nor would she allow him to stay in her bedroom without bothering to ask!

Realizing this, Zhou Mu’s mood suddenly relaxed a lot. As for why his Changsheng did not get jealous of him and Huo Shuixian, he would think about that tomorrow!

Having spent days painstakingly protecting the wellbeing of his Changsheng, and having dealt with military affairs in Southern Fujian, Zhou Mu’s stretched nerves, in the faint scent of medicinal herbs around him, slowly dissipated, and his eyebrows gradually unknitted…

Gu Changsheng, listening to the steady breathing coming from next door, was so angry she wanted to curse!

She had shared a bed with Zhou Mu countless times, knowing too well his living habits!

This guy… This guy actually just fell asleep like that?

Damn it, he drove her away, occupied her bed, and yet Zhou Mu fell asleep so quickly!

This was simply too outrageous!

Her mind was still filled with a vibrant color other than the lushness of flowers and willows (“Yellow, wow yellow, you know?”), incessant and persistent, yet this guy comfortably fell asleep. How could this be!

The resentment in Gu Changsheng’s heart was overwhelming, and her mind was filled with wild, brilliant colors, causing her to toss and turn, unable to fall asleep…

Only in the late night, utterly exhausted, did Gu Changsheng slowly drift off…

The night was long yet short; some people, if in a bad mood, would feel the night dark and uneasy to sleep through, like Gu Changsheng. Others, in a good mood, would see the night as beautifully moonlit and infinitely satisfying, like Huo Shuixian at the Sycamore Court of Prince Mu’s Mansion.

Upon hearing the report from Ru Ge, Huo Shuixian was utterly convinced of the news of that bitch Gu Changsheng’s death, naturally feeling indescribably delightful.

With a future threat removed, no other woman could now threaten her position as the Princess of Prince Mu, nor her future position as Empress. What could be more exhilarating?

“Ru Yu, Ru Ge, take the Jiaowei Zither. I’m going to find Brother Mu to play music and recite poems under the moonlight!” Huo Shuixian, freshly adorned, spoke with a face as radiant as a spring breeze.

“Yes, Miss!”

Ru Yu and Ru Ge exchanged glances, their faces filled with joy after resolving their concerns, quickly went to pick up the famed Jiaowei Zither and followed their mistress in the direction of Lansheng Courtyard.

In Lansheng Courtyard, when Lord Yuan Bao heard the report from the guards, he anxiously stomped his foot.

“Sir! Why haven’t you come back yet? We’re about to be caught red-handed!” Yuan Bao, his chubby baby face anxiously wrinkled into immediate dumpling folds, kept pacing in circles at the entrance of Lansheng Courtyard.

His master had gone out after dinner and stubbornly refused to let him follow.

Officially, he was told to stay behind to watch the house, just in case!

Yuan Bao, not the brightest, also understood from this that his master was going to see Lady Changsheng!

Of course, he would not try to stop him!

But, who would have expected that his master simply did not return!

Yuan Bao couldn’t help but look at the full moon hanging in the sky; it was almost past the Mao Hour–how come his master still wasn’t back?

Even if his master had a basketful of intimate things to say to Lady Changsheng, by this time, he should have finished!

“Miss Huo is really something! Doesn’t she look at the time? Seeking a man to recite poems and sing songs in the dead of night, where is the slightest appearance of a noble lady? It’s truly surprising!” As Yuan Bao paced, he couldn’t help but completely curse Huo Shuixian, who caused this predicament–You say you’re a noble lady from an official family, not sleeping in the middle of the night, stubbornly running to meet a man secretly. Is this really appropriate? Appropriate?

This is purely causing trouble!

From a distance, seeing Huo Shuixian’s delicate figure as frail as willows, Yuan Bao immediately changed his expression, bowed, and greeted her with a smile, “Oh! What brings you here with such pitch-black and windy weather, Miss Huo?”

Yuan Bao’s question was merely a polite expression, and of course, he did not expect a response from Huo Shuixian.

Actually, what he really wanted to say was, on such a dark and windy night, you a fine lady should be sleeping in your own courtyard, what are you running around for!

But he couldn’t say that! Saying that would ruin his master’s big plans!

So, even though it was frustrating, Yuan Bao had no choice but to play along!

“How could this be! Our Prince prefers simplicity, and the entire mansion is full of military men; yet you didn’t even think to bring a couple more lanterns for light? The paths here are very dark; didn’t you know to illuminate them more for Miss Huo?” Yuan Bao said while glancing at the accompanying guards.

His implied meaning was that inside Prince Mu’s Mansion were all coarse and brute military men, each one a man, with so many eyes watching, Miss Huo, you should really restrain yourself a bit!

Unfortunately, Huo Shuixian clearly did not grasp the deeper meaning in Yuan Bao’s words!

Precisely speaking, she simply did not think about other implications! Because she was fully confident in herself, firmly believing that her Brother Mu was already securely hers!

Eunuch Yuan Bao’s compliments and courtesies were naturally to be expected! Although she inwardly scorned Yuan Bao’s opportunistic attitude, clearly now was not the time to deal with him; Huo Shuixian simply endured.

“Lord Yuan Bao is too polite. I wonder if Brother Mu is here?” Huo Shuixian glanced at Yuan Bao, her stunning eyes dazzling as she looked toward Lansheng Courtyard.

Her Brother Mu was inside!

Upon hearing this, Yuan Bao, bowing his head, masked the twitching of his lips!

Polite?

Which of Miss Huo’s eyes saw him being polite?

He was only polite to Lady Changsheng!

“Miss Huo, I regret to inform you that the timing of your arrival is not fortuitous. His Lordship has been tirelessly managing military affairs in Southern Fujian for consecutive days and is completely exhausted. He has rested for the day!” Eunuch Yuan Bao thought for a moment before responding.

He couldn’t believe Miss Huo would have the audacity to barge into His Lordship’s bedchamber to see him!

“He has retired to rest? So early?” Huo Shuixian heard this, her delicate brows slightly furrowing in confusion as she asked.

Early? Is it still considered early?

Miss Huo, please open your eyes and look at the night sky! It’s already past the Mao Hour. How is that early?

With an expression of barely contained sarcasm, Eunuch Yuan Bao, his head still lowered and without looking up, responded, “Miss Huo, perhaps His Lordship is simply too weary, which is why he retired to bed early…”

“Brother Mu isn’t ill from overexertion, is he? Have you called for the Imperial Physician to examine him?” Huo Shuixian interrupted Yuan Bao before he could finish speaking, asking anxiously.

Upon hearing this, Yuan Bao’s expression darkened.

Your own mother is still lying in Sycamore Court, and I haven’t seen you so concerned about her!

What nonsense about His Lordship being sick from exhaustion! Stop cursing His Lordship with such ill words!

“Miss Huo, His Lordship, having been through a hundred battles, is robust and healthy. There’s no need for you to worry about him!” Yuan Bao’s tone carried an involuntary hint of displeasure.

This time, Huo Shuixian sensed it, awkwardly chuckled upon hearing his words, and quickly explained, “I have no desire to see Brother Mu ill. I’m merely concerned that his relentless hard work and sleep deprivation might harm his health!”

“Since Brother Mu has already retired, Shuixian will no longer disturb him. I will visit again tomorrow!”

“Farewell to Miss Huo!” Yuan Bao immediately responded, fearing she might change her mind.

Huo Shuixian didn’t linger any longer, unquestioningly leaving with her maid.

After they had gone far, Yuan Bao finally stood up straight, spitefully spitting twice to the side, “Pah, pah! Ill-tongued curse! Wishing no good upon my lord!”

His instincts were indeed correct–Miss Huo had the heart of a venomous snake disguised as a beautiful woman!

It was extremely dangerous!

There had once been an unrivaled master by his side, and even he couldn’t grasp the depths of Miss Huo. He would have to remain extra cautious and vigilant!

…

One night passed without incident, some rejoiced while others fumed.

The following morning, Borjigin Nian slowly opened her eyes and upon turning, the pain from an injury on her shoulder made her wince immediately.

Realizing she was still alive, Borjigin Nian joyously surveyed her familiar bed, which startled her tremendously when she noticed something

A rich crimson nightgown enveloped a figure lying beside her, black hair messily strewn to one side, face buried in the pillow, completely obscured.

But there was only one person who favored wearing bright red consistently, and that faint scent of medicinal herbs confirmed her suspicion beyond doubt!

“Gu… Gu Changsheng?”

Borjigin Nian, tilting her neck, reached out hesitantly to poke at the figure, fearing Gu Changsheng might disappear like a bubble.

She remembered, they had been attacked in the night by an unparalleled master!

Could this be a dream?

For a moment, Borjigin Nian almost couldn’t believe it…

“Stop it!I haven’t had enough sleep yet!” Gu Changsheng’s head moved under the pillow, looking for a more comfortable position, and continued sleeping.

Seeing Gu Changsheng’s face turn to the side, a glint of joy passed through Borjigin Nian’s face, and she pinched her with all her strength.

“Ow!”

Gu Changsheng immediately howled and sat up, rubbing her pinched cheek, and looked at Borjigin Nian furiously, shouting, “Are you trying to kill me, or are you jealous because I’m more beautiful? Do you want to disfigure me or what?”

“Hehe…” Borjigin Nian quickly withdrew her mischievous hand, laughing awkwardly, “I just wanted to make sure I wasn’t dreaming. It’s unbelievable that we’re both alive!”

“Then why didn’t you pinch yourself?” Gu Changsheng shook her still drowsy head, reaching out to feel Borjigin Nian’s pulse.

“I’m afraid of pain!” Borjigin Nian replied boldly, as if it was the most natural thing in the world.

At that, Gu Changsheng just rolled her eyes, carefully feeling the pulse under her fingertips.

“Gu Changsheng, are you worried about me, so you stayed by my bed to take care of me?” Borjigin Nian’s face was still a bit pale, yet she asked with a slight air of arrogance.

Upon hearing this, Gu Changsheng rolled her eyes even more, “Are you blind! I’m not staying by your bed to take care of you. I’m clearly sharing half of your bed to sleep!”

No wonder her tone was harsh, she had bedhair! She hadn’t slept well at all and truly wasn’t rested!

With her arrogant heart shattered, Borjigin Nian huffed, discontentedly saying, “Why leave your own bed to squeeze into mine? Are you that bored or what?”

She hadn’t meant to bring this up, but once she did, Gu Changsheng felt so wronged!

“Nian, let me tell you a secret, your senior brother is a voyeuristic creep!”