Chapter 304

After the Spring Festival, the weather gradually warmed up. Although the biting cold of winter had not completely dissipated, many flowers had already bloomed in the Minister's residence. In addition, the sun was shining brightly today, and the women were busy socializing, while the young men and women were busy looking at each other and laughing. Everywhere was a beautiful scene.

In such circumstances, the person wearing a veil and sitting quietly there stood out conspicuously.

When Li Ze last met Yao Susu, Yun Xi was there, so she naturally knew who was sitting next to Yao Susu.

Li Ze had recently heard some rumors, which he didn't believe, but the matter was like a needle pricking his heart, making him think about it day and night, yet he couldn't find an opportunity to ask her about it. Now that he had seen Yun Xi, perhaps he could ask her.

So, taking advantage of the increasing number of guests, Li Ze found an opportunity to get close to Yun Xi.

Yao Susu noticed him early on and was extremely wary of his approach, holding Yunxi tightly in her hand.

Yunxi asked in a low voice, puzzled.

“That strange man is here,” Yao Susu whispered. “I saw him on the street last time and I felt there was something wrong with him. Now there are so many people in the park, and he just happens to come here. He must have ill intentions!”

Yunxi was helpless.

Even Li Ze, with his exceptional hearing, was helpless.

However, since he had already been discovered, Li Ze simply stopped trying to hide it and walked towards the group openly, so as to avoid being scolded again.

Upon seeing him approach, a hint of surprise flashed in Madam Zheng's eyes: "Commander Li?"

Li Ze is thirty years old this year. He comes from a noble family and holds a high position of power as the commander of the Imperial Guard. He is also good-looking, but he has never been married. He is quite an oddity in Luoyang City.

Some say that Li Ze already has someone he loves, but he prefers to remain single rather than settle for less, which is why he has not yet married.

Even more so, some say that Li Ze is a homosexual.

However, all of these are just speculations, and no one knows the reason why Li Ze has never married.

Li Ze cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Madam Zheng: "Madam, I have something I'd like to say to...this young lady alone. Would that be convenient?"

He realized that Yunxi was deliberately concealing her identity. Although he didn't know why, he knew that there must be a reason for her doing so. Therefore, the girl Li Ze was referring to was Yao Susu.

Zheng's eyebrows twitched.

Could it be that Commander Li has taken a liking to Yao Susu?

If it were Luo Shi here now, after learning Li Ze's identity, she would probably have already pushed Yao Susu into Li Ze's arms. However, Zheng Shi has no intention of doing so.

The two are too far apart in age; they're not a good match.

Seeing Zheng's concerns, Li Ze added, "Madam, please rest assured, it's not a matter between men and women, it's... something else. I wanted to ask Miss Yao about it."

Hearing this, although Zheng still had reservations, she didn't say anything more.

After thinking for a moment, Madam Zheng said, "Xi'er, you should come with us."

In this way, it wouldn't be considered a situation where a man and a woman are alone together.

Li Ze made a "please" gesture and turned to leave first.

Yao Susu clung tightly to Yunxi's sleeve, following along with some skepticism.

I initially thought this person was going to do something to me, but seeing him standing openly in a quiet yet bright place, I felt relieved.

The place is open, so outsiders can easily see what's going on. However, there aren't many people around, so they aren't afraid of being overheard.

Therefore, he can be considered a virtuous and upright person.

Yao Susu was relieved.

“Miss,” Li Ze cupped his hands in greeting to Yun Xi, “This is a rare opportunity, so I’ll be frank. I’ve heard rumors that Zi Rong has joined His Highness the Crown Prince’s service. Is that true or not?”

He's being way too direct.

Yao Susu gasped.

Beneath the veil, Yunxi pursed her lips: "What does Commander Li think of His Highness the Crown Prince?"

“It’s just outward virtue,” Li Ze said.

Yao Susu gasped again, her gaze towards Li Ze becoming increasingly complicated.

People say that officials are the most cautious, so how come this guy has a mouth and dares to say anything?