However, Sheng Fanghua's attitude was very good, which made Ye Qiu not want to involve the Zhou family members other than Zhou Ziling.
"I still have some questions that I need to ask War God Zhou in person. If War God Zhou returns, please let me know."
Ye Qiu said.
"Wait a minute."
Sheng Fanghua took a deep breath and then said to her two daughters, "Xiaochen, Xiaoxiao, you two go out. Young Master Ye and I have something to talk about."
And all of you, go out and wait outside.
"yes."
None of the experts dared to disobey the order, and they all withdrew from the living room.
Zhou Xiaochen and her sister were somewhat reluctant, but they immediately got up and went out.
After everyone had left, Sheng Fanghua looked at Chen Bo, hesitant to speak.
Ye Qiu understood and glanced at Chen Bo.
Chen Bo scratched his head and said, "I suddenly need to use the restroom. You guys keep chatting. Brother Ye, I'll wait for you outside."
After saying that, Chen Bo left quickly.
"Your brother is quite sensible."
Sheng Fanghua smiled.
"It's alright. Madam, what brings you here?"
Ye Qiu asked with a smile.
"Let's talk somewhere else, Young Master Ye. Please come with me to the study."
Sheng Fanghua said.
"good."
Ye Qiu didn't think much of it.
Even if Sheng Fanghua wanted to plot against him, he was not afraid.
No one can harm him within the Zhou family mansion.
A moment later, Sheng Fanghua led Ye Qiu into the study.
The study is large and filled with all kinds of books, making one feel as if they have entered a sea of books.
Even the most prestigious pavilion in the world is not as big as the study in the Zhou family mansion.
"Young Master Ye, please sit down for a moment. I'll fetch something for you."
Sheng Fanghua smiled.
"good."
...
A moment later, Sheng Fanghua brought over a scroll.
The scroll looks quite old, some years old.
What is this?
Ye Qiu asked curiously.
Sheng Fanghua smiled, then slowly unfurled the scroll, revealing its true form.
This is an ancient painting depicting landscapes. Although the painting technique is exquisite, it is still just an antique painting. Ye Qiu doesn't understand what Sheng Fanghua is up to.
"Young Master Ye, do you think this painting is just an ordinary ancient painting? Look closely, what's different about it?"
Sheng Fanghua said.
Ye Qiu held the ancient painting and examined it carefully.
Two minutes later, Ye Qiu's expression suddenly changed.
Because he saw four ancient characters hidden deep within the mountain in the painting: Eight Desolations, Longevity!
The four characters "Eight Desolations" and "Longevity" are extremely captivating, making the entire painting extraordinary, as if the secret of longevity is hidden in the mountains depicted in the painting.
"You've discovered it, haven't you?" Sheng Fanghua said, "He went to find the Eight Desolations Map because of this painting."
Young Master Ye, although he did not order the massacre of the clan, the matter ultimately arose because of him.
This painting is titled "Four Seas," and I'm giving it to you as a small token of my appreciation. Perhaps it will be useful to you in the future.
Sheng Fanghua said softly.
"This painting is called 'Four Seas,' and when combined with the 'Eight Desolations' painting, it forms the 'Four Seas and Eight Desolations,' which are clearly one. If you give this painting to me, War God Zhou probably won't agree."
Ye Qiu said.
“You don’t need to worry about him,” Sheng Fanghua said. “His pursuit of immortality is nothing but a pipe dream. I don’t want to see him become obsessed with it. You can take this painting with you; it will be a favor to me.”
"OK."
Ye Qiu didn't mince words and put away the Four Seas Map.
Then, Ye Qiu looked at Sheng Fanghua and asked with a smile, "Your relationship with Zhou Zhanshen doesn't seem very harmonious."
“It’s more than just not harmonious.” Sheng Fanghua said bitterly, “My marriage with him was a marriage of interests. The person he loves is someone else, not me. I’m not afraid to tell you, but he hasn’t had marital relations with me for as many years as our child is old. If you do the math, it should be about seventeen years.”
Ye Qiu was taken aback when he heard the number.
Seventeen years—what a long time! A woman's best years are all spent in that time.
"So how did you manage to endure it?"
Ye Qiu was astonished and blurted out the question.
After asking the question, Ye Qiu felt it was inappropriate and quickly said, "Sorry, I asked too many questions."
“It’s alright.” Sheng Fanghua waved her hand and said, “No one usually dares to ask me questions like this, which means I don’t even have a place to tell the truth. I’m looking for someone suitable to confide in. If Young Master Ye is willing to listen, I can say more.”
"Of course, please go ahead."
Ye Qiu said.
Sheng Fanghua sat down, her legs slightly together.
After a few seconds of contemplation, Sheng Fanghua said softly, "In the past seventeen years, I have met him only a handful of times. We also cannot leave the capital, because our existence is like that of a hostage. If we are not in the capital, Lord Xia will not be at ease. You can understand what I am saying, right?"
"Of course." Ye Qiu nodded: "After all, Zhou Zhanshen commands 800,000 troops, so it's only reasonable for Xia Zhu to be on guard."
"So, it's hard to see each other, and our relationship isn't good, which is why we haven't had any married life for seventeen years. It's ironic, really. On our wedding night, he got drunk and mistook me for another woman, which is why we had sex."
Sheng Fanghua sighed.
She didn't know why she was saying these things to someone she had just met, but she just said them unconsciously.
She thought that perhaps she had really been lonely for too long!
"You don't need to be sad, things will probably get better in the future," Ye Qiu could only offer this consolation.
“I’m not sad,” Sheng Fanghua said. “I’ve become numb to it all along, but sometimes I really want to let it all out. Otherwise, I’d almost forget I’m a woman.”
This chapter is not finished yet. Please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content!
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
