Reborn as Powerful Minister's Beloved
Chapter 369 - 352: Second Update (Part 2)

Chapter 369: Chapter 352: Second Update (Part 2)

"Do you think there’s a problem with Prince Duan’s Mansion, my lord? Does Heir Zong have some ulterior motive in approaching Princess Chao Ren?" It wasn’t difficult for Ju Nanyi to think this way. With a little extra thought, he could arrive at such a conclusion, especially since the appearance of Ghost Shadow had been linked to Prince Duan’s Mansion twice already.

Moreover, many aspects of this marriage arrangement were puzzling. From the very beginning, it was the Zong Sheng Residence, who was in a position of advantage, that suddenly sought to marry Princess Chao Ren. And yet, Prince Duan didn’t seem to favor Zong Yunqian. However, it was said that the Duke of Qing went to propose marriage in person with deep sincerity. This alone was baffling, so, other than Zong Yunqian having some hidden agenda, there was no reasonable explanation.

Zheng Congyuan looked at Ju Nanyi, neither denying nor nodding in agreement.

"Prince Duan visited the Crown Prince’s Mansion twice, deeply concerned. The main reason for your visit is to reassure Prince Duan, and to select two exceptionally reliable individuals to stay at Prince Duan’s Mansion..."

"My lord, I would like to stay at Prince Duan’s Mansion," Ju Nanyi suddenly spoke out, impulsively bypassing his usual rationality. By the time rational thought returned, Ju Nanyi appeared as if the words had been the result of deep deliberation.

Zheng Congyuan naturally knew that Ju Nanyi was not an impulsive man. As soon as Ju spoke, Zheng suddenly thought of another possibility, which made it more evident—was Ju Nanyi’s suspicion not just lip service, but genuine skepticism?

"Very well, you shall go," Zheng Congyuan said calmly. Ju Nanyi’s reliability wasn’t only reflected in completing his assigned tasks flawlessly and discreetly but also in making you feel as if you could never truly gauge the extent of his abilities.

It was only after leaving the Crown Prince’s Mansion that Ju Nanyi allowed himself a sigh of relief, unsure how to feel about his own impulsive behavior.

However, now he had a legitimate reason to enter and exit Prince Duan’s Mansion, and the suppressed emotions within him felt as if they were being laid bare under the scorching sun, buoyantly soaring into the sky.

Therefore, if the marriage arrangement between Commandery Princess Chao Ren and Heir Zong doesn’t succeed, then Prince Duan might follow through with his original plan to find her a suitable match. This time, however, he shouldn’t wait; just like today, acting rashly might lead to an unexpected outcome.

Yu Yuan desperately wanted to say that too much had occurred in the past two days. Lord Ju’s sudden decision to personally visit Prince Duan’s Mansion was baffling. Could it be that there really was a secret within?

Yu Yuan wanted to accompany him, but Ju Nanyi quickly assigned him another task.

Without delay, Ju Nanyi prepared what he needed and set off for Prince Duan’s Mansion, accompanied by a new recruit from the Fire Order Squad, freshly selected and curious about everything. Having completed a few missions with them, the recruit was brimming with energy.

"Sir, are we going to Prince Duan’s Mansion to capture Ghost Shadow?" The new recruit was very forthright and, unable to contain himself any longer, blurted out the question after seeing Ju Nanyi waiting respectfully outside Prince Duan’s Mansion.

"Yes," Ju Nanyi replied, his gaze fixed on the stately gates of the mansion, which exuded a solemn and daunting presence indicative of the Imperial Family.

Yan Guang immediately became excited; after all, this was his area of expertise, no wonder Lord Ju had brought him along.

"Lord Ju—" Housekeeper He greeted him personally with great enthusiasm, as Prince Duan had specifically requested his assistance from the Crown Prince.

Ju Nanyi bowed in greeting and followed Housekeeper He inside. Prince Duan was taking a nap and did not come out to meet them, so based on his instructions, Housekeeper He led Ju Nanyi straight to the Princess’s Courtyard.

This wasn’t Ju Nanyi’s first visit to the courtyard, yet each time he came, he discovered something new. The courtyard had been expanded, now connecting to what had originally been the back garden. The flowers planted there were unfamiliar to him, but he could tell at a glance that they were special and meticulously cared for.

So, she hoped for flowers and plants?

Indeed, the different, exquisitely realistic embroidered flowers and vines on her clothes each time were not a mere fondness, but a passion. She did not share an interest in paintings or music, nor was she knowledgeable in those arts.

With a resigned shake of his head, Ju Nanyi thought that knowing these preferences was easy. From several of her drawings, her interest seemed to lie only in flowers and vines—a gaze that was discerning and proud.

"Lord Ju, please—" Nanny Yun was very polite. Prince Duan had informed her earlier but had not expected that the Crown Prince would send Lord Ju himself. The importance the Crown Prince placed on the Commandery Princess was naturally beyond question.

Ju Nanyi focused his mind and began to scrutinize everything in the courtyard. Occasionally, bright figures flitted across, accompanied by the cheerful laughter of women. Ju Nanyi and his men immediately retreated aside.

Seeing this, Nanny Yun hurried Xue Liu and Xing Yu inside. She also noticed Yin He was there and began to worry.

In Nanny Yun’s eyes, Ju Nanyi was a man from the Crown Prince’s side. It would not be proper for him to see Yin He. Even if he were a stranger, having a foreign man in the Commandery Princess’s Courtyard was very inappropriate.

"Yin He, you too should leave. Lord Ju has important matters to attend to," Nanny Yun said as she hurried over to pull Yin He away.

"The Commandery Princess asked me to remove these withered leaves before I leave—" Yin He had no intention of departing, planning to seize the opportunity to see her after removing the withered leaves.

Ju Nanyi’s gaze fixed on the boy upon hearing this remark, though he remained silent. It wasn’t his first time seeing him and he was aware of the boy’s abilities. However, he wondered why this foreign man was within the inner courtyard doing the work of a common house servant.

"Get out now when I tell you to," Nanny Yun suddenly turned stern, believing that with the marriage arrangement with Zong Sheng Residence called off, did he think he stood a chance? He should not entertain such thoughts.

Yin He was somewhat afraid of Nanny Yun and, like the others in the courtyard, frightened of her.

Yin He put down his things and glanced at Ju Nanyi before leaving the courtyard.

Elder Can waited outside the courtyard, ready to provide comfort and encouragement to the Young Master with some motivational words, but the youth spoke coldly.

"Find out about that boy," he ordered.

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