Chapter 1913: Arresting a Scoundrel
“Did you bring them to see Youzhao?” Jiang Luofu asked with a smile.
Zu An nodded, saying, “Yup. They came to the capital to ask about the Qin clan’s people, and they came to bring Youzhao with them.”
Jiang Luofu nodded. She said, “I don’t have much going on these days, so I’ll keep you guys company.”
“Sure!” Zu An replied. He thought to himself that Jiang Luofu's father was the Commandant of Attendants, and thus basically the top dog of the Great Zhou Dynasty’s judicial system. Together with Principal Jiang herself specializing in law at the academy’s rear mountain, there were too many benefits to be had by having her with them.
A hint of a smile appeared on Jiang Luofu’s face. With a tap of her toes, she sat down right next to Zu An at the front of the carriage. Her black silk stocking covered legs swayed rhythmically in the air, making the hearts of the Chu clan’s guards sway along with them. Such pretty legs, paired with those black stockings… If one had no reaction to that, one simply wasn’t a man!
As Jiang Luofu sat there, Yue Shan tactfully leaped off the other side and led the horse from the front. At the same time, he sighed inwardly.
The young master really has become more and more formidable! People all said that smoke had to be coming out of the graves of the young master’s ancestors for him to be so fortunate in entering the Chu clan.
And yet now, it seems as if it's the Chu clan’s ancestors that are creating smoke…
Ah, pah pah pah, how can I be having such disgraceful thoughts?
Even so, Principal Jiang’s legs really are beautiful! Her relationship with the young master seems to be pretty good too… I wonder if she’ll become the first miss’ love rival in the future.
Chu Huanzhao clearly had similar thoughts. She crammed her way between the two of them and said, “I want to sit in the front too! It’s easier to see the scenery here.”
When she saw Huanzhao trying to separate her from Zu An as much as possible, Jiang Luofu smiled. She naturally guessed the young lady's thoughts, but she didn’t mind it either.
However, Qin Wanru was a bit embarrassed. She said, “Silly little girl, there’s only so much room over there. What are you trying to cram yourself in there for? Hurry and come inside!”
Even if Ah Zu is the libationer, he's still too young. He might not be able to fully convince those prideful and aloof teachers. It’s great that his relationship with Principal Jiang is good. With her support, it’ll make things much easier in the future.
Huanzhao really isn’t a thoughtful child!
Jiang Luofu said with a smile, “It’s fine. Have a seat.” Then, she consoled Qin Wanru. “Right, there's no need for you to worry, Madam Chu. My father has sent some of his people to watch over the Qin clan’s state dukes in prison, so they should be alright. We're just waiting for those at Violet Mountain to come back so that Violet Mountain’s affairs can be properly discussed and concluded.”
Qin Wanru immediately sighed in relief. She took Jiang Luofu's hand and said gratefully, “I really must thank you and your esteemed father. Without your care, who knows how much suffering my father and the others would have had to endure.”
“It’s the right thing to do. The state dukes have always been loyal to the empire, and they even fended off the Fiend races’ armies. They don't deserve this kind of treatment,” Jiang Luofu said seriously.
Qin Wanru’s favorability toward her immediately increased tremendously. She began to discuss matters of daily life, and eventually brought up the subject of matchmaking. “Principal Jiang, you are so pretty, so how can you have been single all these years? Big sis will definitely help you find a good man. Don’t worry, my eyesight in choosing husbands is first-rate! Just look at Chuyan’s husband. It was me who stood my ground against people’s opinions and chose…”
Chu Huanzhao wrinkled her nose.
Mom, are you really doing this to me right now? You just had to call yourself big sister so she’s now an entire generation above me…
Hm? Wait, is mom playing a big game of chess right now? This means Jiang Luofu is also brother-in-law’s senior! Doesn’t that mean she can’t do any of that sort of stuff with him anymore?
She couldn't help but give her mother a look. When she saw Qin Wanru's happy expression, she couldn't help but shake her head.
Mom’s intelligence is the same as mine. She’s definitely not that smart. It's probably just something she said without thinking.
Just then, Jiang Luofu gave Zu An a look and said with a smile, “Thank you for your good intentions, Madam Chu, but I would still like to choose the man I like myself.”
“I guess that’s reasonable,” Qin Wanru said with a nod. “Ah Zu, you should keep Principal Jiang in mind. Your circle is large now, so there should be many outstanding people around you.”
Zu An chuckled, saying, “Even so, no one around me is as outstanding as me, so introducing big sis Jiang just feels a bit embarrassing somehow.”
Qin Wanru shot him an annoyed look, retorting,“Look at how smug you’re acting. One can't be too arrogant in one's conduct, you know?”
Just then, Jiang Luofu nodded and said, “Even so, what Ah Zu says is right. Among his peers, there is no one as outstanding as him. Even if you include the generation before him, there aren’t many who can compare to him.”
When she heard what Jiang Luofu said, Qin Wanru finally became vigilant.
Why is this woman praising Ah Zu so much? She didn’t end up liking him, did she?
I can’t let this continue! I have to be more on guard in the future!
Everyone knows that men with money and influence will change for the worse. Even though I’m happy that Ah Zu has achieved such tremendous success, he’ll definitely have more thoughts of infidelity. He’ll definitely start having thoughts once he sees a pretty lady.
Chuyan is rarely at his side, so I have to help her keep a leash on him!
This Jiang Luofu is always wearing those black silk stockings so seductively, but she still has that unapproachable and aloof air to her, which is absolutely lethal for men. In the future, she might have that kind of relationship with Zu An! It’s too dangerous…
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While she was thinking nonsense, the carriage arrived at Mount Yuquan. When she saw the pool of bright and colorful lotuses and the red carp freely swimming around, Qin Wanru immediately felt refreshed. She felt her youthful side overflow. She grabbed her daughter and left the carriage to admire them.
Soon after, Chu Youzhao heard the news and rushed out. She called out in happiness and surprise, “Mom, second sis!”
Qin Wanru turned around and saw her elegant and handsome young master-like daughter. She was also really happy, exclaiming, “Oh my, it’s my little darling!”
The two of them quickly hugged each other.
Chu Huanzhao curled her lips.
So if you don’t meet for a long time, it’s 'little darling'. And yet when you curse me, it’s 'dumb little girl'…
She couldn't help but size up her surroundings; she just happened to see the rather ill at ease Murong Qinghe. Her eyes couldn't help but light up.
This girl is so handsome!
Her face is a bit childish, and her body is tall and slender. Her tanned skin is really unique, giving her a kind of lively and energetic beauty. She’s completely different from those delicate misses who are raised in their lady’s chambers all day!
“Are you the Murong clan’s miss?” Chu Huanzhao asked curiously. She gave the two-piece spear at Murong Qinghe's waist a look and wondered when she could spar with her.
Which is stronger, her spear or my whip?
“Greetings, second sister!” Murong Qinghe reflexively shouted. She quickly blushed and changed her tone, saying, “Hello, Chu Second Miss; I am Murong Qinghe.”
She really wanted to run away and hide in embarrassment.