When the gatekeeper of the Shen family saw Shen Que return, he was surprised to realize that he hadn't seen him for quite some time!
His demeanor seemed to have changed somewhat, and there was even a servant following behind him!
Could it be that the second young master has found some wealthy connections outside?
He thought about it and decided that he should tell the old lady about it.
*
Liuyan Courtyard.
Shen Que sent Fusheng back to his own courtyard, and came over himself.
When Dongyun saw him return, her face lit up with joy. "Young Master Chen Que? You're back! How did the exam go?"
Shen Que replied calmly, "It's acceptable!"
He continued walking inside, saying to her, "I have something to discuss with you about my exam. You stay outside and keep watch over me!"
Dongyun was already used to the two of them being alone in the room, and nodded in agreement. She stood guard at the courtyard gate with a strong sense of surreptitiousness.
After becoming pregnant, Li Yunyan not only became more sleepy, but also more sensitive to heat than usual. Although it was already August, there was still an ice basin in her room.
While she was fast asleep, she felt herself fall into a warm embrace.
She knew he was coming, but she was too lazy to wake up.
She murmured in his arms, "You're back?"
"Mmm." Shen Que held her tightly, looking at the face he had longed for day and night, wanting to kiss her fiercely, but not daring to.
His gaze lingered greedily on her face.
Under such intense gaze, Li Yunyan had no choice but to wake up.
How can I possibly sleep now!
She slowly opened her eyes and met his deep, affectionate gaze.
"Yanyan..." he called her softly, restraining himself.
He was wearing her favorite sky-blue long gown, with a high nose bridge, bright red and moist lips, a flawless fair face, and clear, bright eyes filled with deep longing.
Li Yunyan's heart softened, so she wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him effortlessly.
He then took the lead, letting her deepen the kiss.
He finally released her, panting, and she nestled in his broad arms.
Li Yunyan then asked softly, "How did the exam go?"
"I'm very confident!"
Li Yunyan curled her lips, "So confident?"
Shen Que was indeed confident, "It's just the autumn examination; there will be the provincial examination and the palace examination next year!"
"That's still amazing!"
Li Yunyan never hesitated to praise him, "In my heart, you are the most amazing!"
Trusted by her so much, Chen Que's heart melted, and he wanted to kiss her again!
Not only that, he wanted even more!
He forced himself to distract himself and asked in a low voice, "Have the kids been bothering you lately?"
Li Yunyan shook her head and pulled his hand to her lower abdomen. "They're very well-behaved, just like you! Feel them!"
Shen Que's ears turned red as he placed his large hand on her stomach to feel it.
"They're kicking me!" he exclaimed cheerfully.
"Yes! The children know it's their father who's back!"
This moment was so heartwarming; both of them wore gentle smiles as they quietly enjoyed their time alone.
Li Yunyan asked, "If you rank high when the results of the autumn imperial examination are released, the old lady and Shen Fengxian will definitely find out. Do you have a plan?"
Shen Que nodded, "It's alright. If I have already become a Juren (a successful candidate in the imperial examinations), it won't be as easy for them to deal with me as before."
"It's good that you know what's going on!"
Li Yunyan handed him a purse. "There are antidote pills inside. If they try to poison you, you can be prepared!"
Shen Que took it, "I'm so sorry to have troubled Yan Yan!"
"Why are you being so polite with me!"
She pinched his nose. "You're the father of my child. It's only natural for me to worry about you."
Chen Que's eyelashes trembled slightly as she murmured, "Sister..."
"Don't shout!"
Li Yunyan quickly covered his mouth, "It's getting late, you should go back!"
His eyes welled up with tears of grievance, fluttering gently.
Li Yunyan suppressed her urge to devour him and released his hand. "Be good!"
"yes."
Shen Que quickly planted a kiss on her lips, then walked away, turning back every few steps, like an abandoned puppy.
Li Yunyan was so charmed by him that her heart trembled, and she wished she could call him back right then and there!
*
When Shen Que returned to his secluded little courtyard, he saw Granny Lin waiting for him there.
Madam Shen didn't take the gatekeeper's report seriously.
She hadn't thought about this illegitimate son for a long time.
As long as he behaves himself and doesn't try to compete with Xian'er for the family property, she could tolerate him living at home indefinitely.
However, upon hearing that he had brought a servant back, he instructed Granny Lin, "Go and check on him. Our Shen family will not pay this servant! Also, find out about his character and habits. Don't bring just any dirty or smelly person into the house!"
Then Granny Lin arrived.
Looking at Shen Que, who was so different from the one she remembered, she was surprised to realize that he had grown up.
From a child who could be abandoned at any time, he has grown into an adult.
"Second Young Master?"
Shen Que politely replied, "Greetings, Granny Lin!"
Lin Mama came to her senses and remembered the old lady's instructions.
"Second Young Master, did the Old Madam hear that you brought someone back with you?"
"Yes. Fusheng, come and greet Granny Lin!"
Fusheng walked over meekly and respectfully, saying, "Greetings, Granny Lin!"
Lin Mama scrutinized Fusheng with a critical eye, and then found that there was nothing wrong with him at all!
He's a very promising talent!
Could it be that, as the gatekeeper said, the second young master has really found a better match outside?
She turned her gaze to Shen Que. "Second Young Master, how have you been? The Old Madam is very concerned about you!"
Chen Que responded calmly, "Thank you for your concern, Mother! I'm doing well! I'll go pay my respects to you in a moment!"
"That won't be necessary!"
Lin Mama smiled and said, "The old lady prefers peace and quiet, and considering that you young people have your own things to do, she has exempted you from the formalities of paying respects!"
Fearing he wouldn't believe her, she even brought up Li Yunyan as an excuse, "The old lady is kind; even the eldest young mistress has always been exempted from paying her respects!"
Shen Que knew everything that had happened before, and remained silent.
Lin Mama wanted to ask again, "Is the Second Young Master currently engaged in any kind of business?"
Shen Que smiled, "We're just barely making ends meet!"
"And you, you little rascal..."
"Granny Lin, these matters are rather complicated and a long story. Why don't I go to the old lady and tell her in person?"
That won't do.
If the old lady saw him, she might feel so uncomfortable that she wouldn't be able to sleep well at night!
Granny Lin gave up the idea of ​​continuing to investigate.
This second young master has grown up and his mouth has become tighter. It won't be so easy to get anything out of him!
Since the old lady didn't give any other instructions, she shouldn't make trouble for herself!
"The second young master has just returned; he must be exhausted! You should rest well; this old servant will be returning now!"
"Thank you for your concern, Granny Lin!"
Shen Que glanced at Fusheng, and after Lin Mama left, he quietly closed the courtyard gate.
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