Peasant Woman's Decreed Life as a Wife
Chapter 1435: Revised: 1432 Liu Zhe

Chapter 1435: Revised: Chapter 1432 Liu Zhe

“Grandmother, is everything arranged on Uncle’s side?”

“I have already sent the evidence out.” Old Madam Huo seemed to have aged a degree, murmuring: “I hope everything goes smoothly.”

Huo Hongyan could tell that Old Madam Huo’s mental state was not good after these events, especially since she was already old and not accustomed to the weather in the capital.

“Grandmother, should I invite Doctor Lu tomorrow to come and check on your health?” Huo Hongyan was genuinely worried.

Old Madam Huo felt distressed for her granddaughter, who had gone out to attract attention and had suffered.

Seeing that she did not seem to be harmed or bullied but surely had endured quite a bit, her heart was sorrowful and resentful toward her own uselessness, leading to her worsening health.

She smiled lovingly, reaching out to touch her long hair, with a deep pain in her eyes: “It’s nothing, Grandmother is fine. If you are worried, you can ask Doctor Lu to come.”

“Grandmother, you must take care of yourself.” Huo Hongyan closed her eyes, burying herself in her grandmother’s palm.

Huo Hongyan did not stay long. She left Rongfu Manor and returned to her fragrant boudoir, soaking herself in the bathtub, contemplating the events of the past few days.

She only hoped everything would go smoothly.

Huo Hongyan murmured with closed eyes.

The Liu Family.

Liu Zhe now held the title of first place in the examination and studied at the school. The Liu Family was only a fourth rank official family, quite inconspicuous under the Son of Heaven’s feet. Liu Zhe knew he didn’t have much talent for studying, only thinking that hard work could make up for shortcomings, hoping to soon pass the imperial examination, even if it meant being sent to a distant place, it would still be a good thing for the family.

All along, he focused all his attention on his scholarly reputation. He couldn’t bear to see his family suffer grievances, as he was the eldest son, he should take on the responsibilities.

He never thought about marriage.

But last night, to save Miss Huo, he held her. Even though she calmly thanked him afterward, not mentioning anything about a woman’s reputation, he couldn’t get over it in his heart.

He had never had intimate contact with a woman, and Miss Huo was innocent. She did not want to be entangled with him, even saying that nothing happened last night, asking him not to dwell on it.

However…

Liu Zhe closed his eyes. Though he had always been self-disciplined, uninterested in matters between men and women, even holding some aversion, he never imagined that one day, that beautiful figure would keep appearing in his mind, unable to be forgotten.

He reached out to cover his chest, where it felt more alive than ever, beating rapidly, a bitter smile appearing on his lips.

“Brother, what are you still doing here, lunch is ready. Father said he’ll take you to visit Official Liu later.”

Liu Zhe quickly put his hand down, stood up steadily, and after hearing her words, wrinkled his brow unconsciously: “Sister, which Official Liu?”

“It’s the Prince of the State.” Liu Jiayun whispered, recognizing that her brother’s mood wasn’t good.

Liu Zhe closed his eyes and took a deep breath.

“Let’s go, let’s eat first.”

Liu Jiayun dared not say more, obediently following behind him.

They finished lunch, Liu Zhe remained silent throughout the meal. Only Liu Jiayun noticed her brother’s poor mood, while their father and mother were very pleased. Official Liu worked in the Qingshui Government Office, and despite his aspirations to ally with Duke Zheng, it had been impossible.

Now that the opportunity presented itself, Official Liu was naturally delighted.

“Father, I have something to tell you.” After lunch, Liu Zhe said to Official Liu. Without waiting for a response, he went straight to the small study.

Official Liu was somewhat displeased.

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