The Aloof Lord's Mysterious Wife
Chapter 647: Second Uncle, Your Fate Conflicts with Zhongwei

Chapter 647: Second Uncle, Your Fate Conflicts with Zhongwei

Chu Yan wasn’t in a good mood. Hearing Chu Hanming’s words, he coldly mocked, "Is the next thing Second Uncle going to say, ’Remember to look out for you in the future’?"

Chu Hanming’s smile stiffened, and he let out a dry laugh. "Of course not. Second Uncle knows it’s not easy for you, so from now on, I’ll be more careful and won’t cause you trouble."

Did Chu Yan eat firecrackers today? His temper was a bit too big.

Chu Shuo perked up. "Second Uncle, Fifth Brother is the Third Prince now. When you see him, you should show respect."

Chu Hanming wasn’t happy about this. "Then why do you still call Chu Yan Fifth Brother? We’re all family, what’s the point of formalities?"

"Eh, Fifth Brother recognizes us, but not you. You know well enough what attitude you had toward Fifth Brother before," Chu Shuo said. "Now you see Fifth Brother as a royal, and you’re quickly trying to get in his good books. I’m embarrassed for you."

Chu Hanming’s face turned red.

The problem was, Chu Shuo was speaking the truth. He didn’t know how to argue back and could only turn to his mother.

"Mother, why aren’t you saying anything while Shuo talks to me like this?" Chu Hanming looked at Madam Shen. "Big Sister-in-law, you should discipline Shuo."

To his surprise, Grand Lady snorted and glared at Chu Hanming.

"What’s wrong with what he said? You never treated Chu Yan well before. Now that Chu Yan has a prestigious position, you’re rushing to act familiar with him. How can you still talk?" Madam Shen kept a straight face and said nothing.

She felt guilty now. In the past, when Chu Hanming made things difficult for Chu Yan, she didn’t protect him immediately. Now, it was too late. Her son was about to leave the Chu family, and there would be no chance for her to protect him in the future.

"Chu Yan, it’s all my fault," Madam Shen glanced at Ye Siheng, then quickly corrected herself. "Third Prince, I misspoke."

Chu Yan was from royal blood, so how could she still call herself his mother?

Chu Yan’s eyes turned red, his voice slightly choked, "Mother, are you not acknowledging me anymore?"

Madam Shen quickly shook her head. "No, your status is different now."

"But I was raised by you. I still need to show filial piety!" Chu Yan said. "I’ve lost all my family. I don’t want to lose you too unless you don’t acknowledge me anymore!"

Madam Shen’s lips trembled, and she cried even harder. "How could I not acknowledge you? You’ll always be my son..."

Chu Hanlin stepped forward to comfort Madam Shen and said, "You’re from the Chu family, which is an honor to us, and also a test. But as long as we walk the right path, sit straight, and stay upright, if you want to return, you can always come back. If anyone in the court dares to speak out of turn, I’m sure the Ninth Prince won’t spare them!"

Ye Siheng, sitting beside them, suddenly felt the pressure increase.

But when his father-in-law spoke, he had no choice but to take responsibility.

He nodded slightly. "Indeed, there are no need for formalities within the family. What was before is still the same now."

Everyone understood what Ye Siheng meant: when outside, appearances still needed to be maintained.

Chu Hanming didn’t mind the mockery earlier. He chuckled, "The Ninth Prince is right, so I’m still Chu Yan’s second uncle!"

Grand Lady had long been used to his shamelessness. "From now on, you’d better be careful. Don’t cause us any more trouble!"

Chu Hanming said, "Mother, anyway, Chu Yan is about to move out. You should let me come back. The house will be livelier, and you can keep an eye on me, right?"

Lady Tian spoke up at this point, "Yes, Mother, Second Master has really changed. We can’t keep Ying’er and him apart forever, can we?"

If he came back, their life would also be easier.

Chu Shuo wasn’t in a position to speak.

But he could give a look to the eldest son of the family: Big Brother, hurry up and oppose! We can’t let Second Uncle move back in!

Chu Ye felt helpless, about to speak, but then Nanli glanced at Chu Hanming and said, "No, Second Uncle’s fate conflicts with Zhongwei. If he stays under the same roof, both of them will be unlucky."

"What?" Chu Hanming’s eyes widened slightly. Without thinking, he immediately said, "Mother, Big Brother, I’m just saying. Since we’ve already separated, I’d better live outside, it’s more convenient."

He was already unlucky enough; he couldn’t afford more misfortune.

Grand Lady and the others couldn’t help but laugh.

Chu Hanming only realized later, looking at Nanli, "A’Li, I trust you so much. How could you deceive me like this?"

Chu Shuo stood with his hands on his hips. "Second Uncle, you already said it yourself that it’s more convenient for you to live outside. You can’t forget your own words so easily."

Chu Hanming’s face darkened.

He wanted to argue, but when Ye Siheng gave him a cold look, it was as if a cold chill rushed through his body. He immediately shut his mouth and didn’t dare to speak again.

After dinner, Nanli decided to stay at the Duke’s residence, telling Ye Siheng to go back by himself.

He looked aggrieved. "A’Li, I’ve gotten used to having you by my side. Are you really going to make me sleepless tonight?"

Nanli’s expression was indifferent as he uttered two words, "I can."

"A’Li..." Ye Siheng furrowed his brow gently, his eyes moistening as though tears were about to fall. "Are you still angry with me?"

Nanli couldn’t stand his pitiful look, and his heart softened. "It’s not that. I need to gather with my brothers."

"Take me with you."

"With you here, how can we have fun?"

"Sigh, getting old and being abandoned."

"That’s not true. You’re a few months younger than Big Brother," Nanli said seriously. "The main reason is that you’re too high-ranking. You’re so intimidating that even my brothers won’t dare speak freely when you’re around."

Ye Siheng knew very well that he couldn’t blend in with them, so he pouted and asked, "Do you want to drink?"

"Just one cup," Nanli raised a finger.

Ye Siheng thought for a moment, then replied, "Alright, I’ll come back for you tomorrow."

He left the palace with a dark face, and no one dared disturb him.

Late at night.

Qing Feng’s voice echoed outside, "My Lord, there’s trouble."

Ye Siheng was indeed unable to sleep, but hearing Qing Feng’s voice, he grew irritated. "I hope it’s something serious."

He got up.

His robe hung loosely on him.

Qing Feng’s voice trembled slightly, "Several officials... were found dead in their homes. The priests from Xuanzheng Temple went to check and said the evil spirits were very powerful. The spirit is now gone, but they fear more people will be harmed, so they came to ask the princess for help."

Ye Siheng, although a bit jealous, didn’t want others to ruin Nanli’s mood.

He was angry, "Is the ghost too fierce, or are they too useless? How long have they been in the capital, and they’re still asking A’Li for help with everything?!"

Qing Feng quickly said, "I know, that’s why I came to inform the prince."

Ye Siheng had already put on his clothes.

With a swift motion, he grabbed his sword and headed outside.

The wind blew, and before Qing Feng could react, Ye Siheng was already on the wall.

He turned slightly, more agitated. "What are you standing there for? Why haven’t you caught up?"

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