Chapter 56 Chapter 56 Shen Jingzhan’s childhood sweetheart?
When Zhu Yinluan heard these words, she felt more and more confused.
"What?"
What does it mean that the Shen Jingzhan she saw in front of her is different from the Shen Jingzhan they know?
Could it be that Shen Jingzhan has another face?
What face?
Combining what Chen Kouyu said, she instantly thought of...the man in her dream.
Although I haven't seen his real appearance, his height and shape seem to be similar to Shen Jingzhan.
For a moment, Zhu Yinluan really didn’t know whether this was a coincidence or not.
After seeing Zhu Yinluan mutter something in disbelief, his expression became complicated.
Chen Kouyu felt that she had said something wrong, and thought about how Chen Jingzhan had asked Zhu Yinluan about her well-being before he left. If he came back and knew about it...
He quickly tried to make amends by saying that it was all in the past, "Sister-in-law, don't take it to heart, and don't be afraid. My brother did that to establish his authority, so he had to do that."
"Think about it, my brother entered the government at a young age and held a high position. My parents said that people in the court would think that he was from a noble family and that he climbed to the imperial court with the help of his family, so we should be more resolute!"
"My brother wasn't like this before! He was very gentle in front of us."
mild……
Mild indeed.
Zhu Yinluan thought about the scene today at the table when everyone was spying on Shen Jingzhan.
By the way, including the fact that the second wife always went to the Marquis's Mansion to find Mrs. Shen to deal with Shen Jiaxian's affairs, even Mrs. Shen asked her to ask Shen Jingzhan in a roundabout way.
Madam Shen said that Shen Jingzhan did not mention the Shen family's entry into officialdom, so why did they keep looking for him about Shen Jiaxian's decline?
What's more, the Shen family is a big and deep-rooted family that has been entrenched in the capital for so many years. To be honest, it may be presumptuous and disrespectful to say that Lord Shen and so many other branches of the Shen family will not be able to transfer Shen Jiaxian back?
Besides, listening to what Chen Kouyu said today, Shen Jiaxian is quite loved at home. If he is loved, why would he be sent to the border county?
Even if the Second House Master sent him out for training, wouldn't it be a matter of a word to transfer him back? But it revolved around Shen Jingzhan.
There was only one possibility, that Shen Jingzhan had sent him out.
What did Shen Jiaxian do to make Shen Jingzhan send him out?
Then again, the people of the Shen family seemed to... indeed be quite afraid of Shen Jingzhan.
"Sister-in-law, what are you thinking about?" Chen Kouyu couldn't help but become worried as Zhu Yinluan didn't speak for a long time.
"It's okay." Zhu Yinluan suppressed the chaotic thoughts in her mind and tried her best to look calm.
"Don't misunderstand your brother, sister-in-law." If her brother knew what she said, he would definitely marry her off tomorrow!
"No, I just feel that... my husband's journey has not been easy. Outsiders may think he looks bright and beautiful, but inside..."
Chen Kouyu was a simple-minded person, so when she heard Zhu Yinluan say that, she put her mind at ease.
The main reason is that Zhu Yinluan looks gentle and peaceful, and doesn't seem like someone who would lie.
But before Chen Kouyu could relax for a moment, she heard Zhu Yinluan asking her about the portrait.
"What portrait?" Zhu Yinluan asked curiously.
"Ah?" Chen Kouyu was stunned for a moment and stared at Zhu Yinluan.
"There is no portrait..." Her voice weakened, and she instinctively felt that this matter might not be told because Zhu Yinluan seemed to know nothing about it.
If she told him...what if her brother blamed her for being too talkative?
Noticing that Chen Kouyu was on guard, Zhu Yinluan fell silent, "..."
Chen Kouyu didn't know what to say to change the subject. She was afraid that Zhu Yinluan would feel uncomfortable. Chen Kouyu rolled her eyes and thought of an excuse, "It's like this, sister-in-law..."
"When you and your brother got married, I was in Liuzhou and couldn't come over, so I asked my mother to send me your portrait, which is why I said that today."
There should be nothing wrong with this statement, right?
"So that's how it is..." Although Chen Kouyu's reply sounded flawless, Zhu Yinluan knew that it was not the truth.
What exactly is this portrait?
That feeling of being kept in the dark and confused came back again.
"Yes, that's it."
Chen Kouyu felt that she could not stay any longer and was about to get up and say goodbye, but Zhu Yinluan asked her if the portrait was still there.
Chen Kouyu was stunned for a moment, "Here...he's gone!"
"I saw it in Liuzhou and asked the maid to put it away. Sister-in-law, if you want to see it too, I'll go back and ask the maid who packed my boxes and valuables for me."
This was originally an excuse, but unexpectedly Zhu Yinluan nodded, "Okay, you can ask then?"
"I also want to see what my husband has drawn of me like."
"Okay." Afraid of speaking without restraint and saying something wrong, Chen Kouyu left after sitting for a while.
After she left, Zhu Yinluan looked thoughtful.
Jiao Hui has been paying attention to her reaction, "..."
Chen Kouyu was also very depressed when she returned to the yard. She originally wanted to get close to Zhu Yinluan and ask her to help her talk to Chen Jingzhan, but she didn't expect this kind of thing to happen.
After thinking it over, she was still worried, so she stopped Shen Jingzhan in the corridor before he returned home, confessed her slip of the tongue to him, and said that she would never speak without restraint again next time.
Shen Jingzhan looked at her without saying a word.
Chen Kouyu felt nervous when he looked at her, and couldn't help but complain in her heart that her brother's attitude towards her sister-in-law was really different from that towards other people.
Now that Zhu Yinluan is not here, there is not a trace of smile on his face. He looks as cold as ice, and even those standing next to him feel chilly.
Chen Kouyu didn't dare to say much, and after a long while, Chen Jingzhan said, "You've been away for half a year, why are you still so straightforward, huh?"
Almost instantly, Chen Kouyu understood the hidden meaning of Chen Jingzhan's words. He was not saying that she was straightforward, but scolding her for not making any progress.
But she was indeed in the wrong in this matter and couldn't talk back.
"Kouyu will never dare to do it again, brother."
Seeing her lower her head, Shen Jingzhan said nothing more and left.
Chen Kouyu, "..."
Zhu Yinluan stayed in the courtyard all day, looking at the scenery and thinking about things.
After thinking about it for a long time, she not only failed to figure it out, but also felt something was wrong. What was even more annoying was that she herself didn't know what was wrong.
This feeling made her uncomfortable. She kept thinking about Shen Jingzhan's gentleness and consideration for her, and she felt that it was really bad for her to make malicious assumptions about Shen Jingzhan.
Maybe I should really see a doctor.
When Shen Jingzhan came back, Zhu Yinluan was sitting in the backyard and taking a nap.
It was the refreshing scent from him that startled her into realizing that he was approaching silently, and she looked up.
The man had beautiful eyebrows and eyes, and the colored glaze lamp hanging beside him enveloped his entire body, making him look like a Jade God.
He half-knelt down, right in front of her.
Before he said anything, he reached out his hand first. Zhu Yinluan was in a daze and had no time to dodge. When she wanted to hide, Shen Jingzhan's hand was already on her forehead.
She felt the tenderness of the man's fingertips caressing her, "..."
Even though Shen Jingzhan didn't say anything, Zhu Yinluan knew that he was testing whether she was feeling uncomfortable or not, because he knew that if he asked her, she might not tell him.
Shen Jingzhan saved her from danger several times. How could she doubt him, question him, or even think that he was not a good person just because of some illusory dreams?
The officialdom is full of twists and turns. Without a ruthless iron fist, how can one gain a firm foothold in the court?
He is now the son of the Shen family and the secretary of the court. Isn't it normal for the Shen family to respect him? It is precisely because of Shen Jingzhan's respect that she has won many honors.
On the surface, no one dared to embarrass her, and she didn't hear any nonsense behind her back. So, what else could she be dissatisfied with?
The two of them are allies, and she should trust him.
Wait, allies...
Zhu Yinluan repeated these two words in her heart.
In fact, from the beginning, she didn't know much about Shen Jingzhan. Even if she knew him, it was only his superficial identity. She also felt that he was gentle after a few contacts, but when she dug deeper, there was nothing special.
Why is she so concerned now? She is concerned about what kind of person Shen Jingzhan is and whether he lied to her.
Could it be that she turned her fake feelings for Shen Jingzhan into reality and fell for it?
Thinking of this, Zhu Yinluan's heart became more and more alarmed.
"Dinner is ready." He took his hand away from her forehead and held her hand.
Zhu Yinluan looked at the man's slender jade-like fingers in front of her...
He didn't come over to hold her hand directly, but stayed in mid-air, letting her decide whether to hold her hand or not.
He never urged her to stop, but just kept waiting.
After half a breath, Zhu Yinluan still handed her hand to Shen Jingzhan.
The man's palms were warm, and after holding her for a while, he took the opportunity to help her up, but he only helped her up and then let go.
Zhu Yinluan noticed his change and was surprised, but did not say anything.
During dinner, just like before, Shen Jingzhan would tell her what happened today and also ask her what she did at home.
As if nothing had ever happened.
But nothing really happened. Zhu Yinluan always felt that she was the one who was making a fuss about something strange.
All of this originated from her dream.
While resting at night, Madam Shen sent someone again.
She and Shen Jingzhan have been married for some time, but Madam Shen and Old Lady Shen have been asking people to eavesdrop on them. When will they stop?
Could it be that he had to wait until she was "pregnant"? But she wouldn't be pregnant at all.
By the way, speaking of this matter, she should consider speaking to Shen Jingzhan.
Want to say it now?
Yesterday, Old Lady Shen and Madam Shen also sent someone over, but because her waist was still sore, Shen Jingzhan did not touch her.
Today, she is fully recovered.
But that dream...
The man beside him suddenly opened his mouth, "When I came back from work today, my younger sister told me in the corridor that she was talking to Luan'er about something without restraint."
Chen Kouyu actually told Chen Jingzhan? Zhu Yinluan was surprised.
"Hmm..." She was thinking about something in her mind, but she responded to him softly.
"So, Luan'er, are you afraid of me?" The man asked her instead of making excuses.
Zhu Yinluan paused for a moment before saying no.
The man chuckled, "I thought Luan'er was afraid of me."
"It's not fear... just surprise." Plus that strange dream.
She didn’t know how to tell Shen Jingzhan.
If she told him, would he think she was weird, neurotic, or just making a fuss about nothing?
But on the other hand, Zhu Yinluan also knew very well that Shen Jingzhan would not do that.
He is a gentle gentleman, not as disgusting as Wei Ruzhuo.
Thinking of this, she calmed down again. She had been too suspicious all day.
“That portrait…” Shen Jingzhan told her softly that it was not what Shen Kouyu said.
"Not like that, then what?" She turned slightly.
"The portrait that my younger sister saw is in my study. It is her portrait."
At first, Zhu Yinluan also thought that the "she" Shen Jingzhan was talking about was Chen Kouyu, but she quickly realized that it was not.
The "she" in his words is... the one he loves hidden in his heart, right?
This was the first time that Shen Jingzhan mentioned "that person" to her.
Zhu Yinluan showed a little interest.
She also turned towards him and looked over.
"It's actually her portrait. How can my little sister say... it's me?"
She originally wanted to repeat Chen Kouyu's original words, but Chen Kouyu's original words were that she was more beautiful than the portrait. If she said this, wouldn't it be arrogance? She didn't want to say it.
"I have that small portrait in my study. If Luan'er wants to see it, I can show it to you."
It has been so long that she might not be able to recognize it, not to mention that she has lost her memory and has almost forgotten everything that happened before.
More importantly, Shen Jingzhan knows her, she won’t watch it.
This was the fact, so Zhu Yinluan said it was unnecessary.
Shen Jingzhan continued, "The portrait has been there for many years, and the characters on it have basically become blurred. My younger sister came to the study to look for me earlier. Although I put it away quickly, she still saw it."
"She didn't see the whole picture?" The girl fell into the trap of the old fox.
"Yeah." He nodded and approached her quietly in the darkness.
Zhu Yinluan's attention was still on the small statue and she didn't notice the man's actions at all.
"Luan'er, have you forgotten? I told my family that I have admired you for many years, so I thought that was your portrait."
"So that's how it is." This makes sense, Zhu Yinluan thought.
"Is there anything else you want to ask me?"
Zhu Yinluan shook her head, "No." She didn't want to talk about that beautiful and incredible dream.
I don't even want to ask about what happened in the court of Shen Jingzhan.
"I don't want Luan'er to have any grudges against me. If there is anything else in the future, just ask me directly."
Zhu Yinluan turned her face completely and met the man's gaze.
She looked at his eyebrows and was lost for a moment, "..."
She didn't know when it started, but when she came to her senses, she was already kissing Shen Jingzhan.
The man's thin lips sucked on her lips again and again, sometimes hard, sometimes lightly.
When she tried to push him away, her body went limp.
He not only kissed her lips, but also kissed her cheeks, her earlobes, and rubbed her ears.
The atmosphere was heating up invisibly.
Zhu Yinluan felt that her whole body had gone limp.
She became less and less resistant to Shen Jingzhan's contact.
Not to mention she loved kissing him.
Yes, she likes it.
Mingming was still thinking in her heart that Shen Jingzhan and the man in her dream had the same figure and body.
She had already begun to resist Shen Jingzhan's touch and didn't want to kiss him anymore, but she was still worrying about how to deal with the people who came to eavesdrop outside?
But when she really kissed Shen Jingzhan, she couldn't resist.
The comfort spread from her skin to her bones.
She couldn't help but let out a low moan again.
Not the same.
Shen Jingzhan’s body was the same as that man’s, but his personal feelings were different.
Shen Jingzhan was as gentle as the wind, and having sex with him was extremely comfortable.
With that man, she…felt scared.
"Luan'er, don't be distracted."
The slender jade-like hands peeled off the soft and protective spring clothes and kissed it.
Zhu Yinluan was more sensitive than before. She bent over and pinched the man's arm, and she couldn't help but dig her nails into it.
Tears welled up in the corners of her eyes.
After realizing that he had pinched Shen Jingzhan, he quickly let go.
But I haven't let go for a while yet.
A strong yet gentle breeze swept up into the depths of the spring mountains.
Her fingers pinched him even harder, with invisible shame and resistance.
Zhu Yinluan's tender white feet kicked the man's collarbone.
He pinched her knees and found the most comfortable place for her to hang on his shoulder bones.
Soon, Zhu Yinluan's ankles were intertwined and clasped around the back of the man's neck.
The spring flowers, beaten by the spring rain, couldn't help but tremble.
She made a pleasant sound, as melodious as the chirping of an oriole, but more delicate than that of an oriole.
He waited until she was in the mood before he had sex with her.
The joy between fish and water would be meaningless if there is not enough water.
He was very considerate of her and told her about it before climbing Chunshan Mountain.
Although Zhu Yinluan was mentally prepared, she still couldn't handle it.
It was only a day's interval, but she didn't know why it became so difficult.
What’s more, Shen Jingzhan coaxed her at the beginning.
Wait until she gets used to it before starting.
But she still couldn't stand it.
This unbearable feeling was not the discomfort or pain, but the tenderness that cared for her amidst his strength.
As soon as she expressed the slightest sign of discomfort, he stopped, and that's why he didn't climb to the most intimate place.
Shen Jingzhan stopped and waited for her to calm down.
He himself felt very uncomfortable, and could even be said to be in some pain.
In the darkness, Zhu Yinluan did not see how terrifyingly deep the man’s eyes were.
When she hugged his arms, she felt the winding and taut veins on the man's wrist and understood his pain.
Shen Jingzhan must be feeling uncomfortable too.
Zhu Yinluan pursed her lips and said to him, "I...I'm fine, you can continue."
"Are you really okay?" Shen Jingzhan asked her softly.
"If Luan'er is not well, I will leave."
The situation had come to a point where the arrow was on the string and had to be shot, but he still said he was leaving.
How could she still suspect that Shen Jingzhan, who was so good, had two faces?
Zhu Yinluan was feeling guilty and was shrinking away from him. Shen Jingzhan's veins bulged as he avoided her.
Hearing the pain in his words, Zhu Yinluan demonstrated to him that it was possible.
She not only said it, but she even moved her whole body down to actively cater to his climbing.
“…”
Ming Ya listened to the blushing voice coming from inside and said to Jiao Hui who was keeping watch beside him, "Today I was worried that the young lady and the prince would have a quarrel, but now I can rest assured."
"Yes." Jiaohui echoed her words.
She was not too worried because there was no doubt that Shen Jingzhan would definitely coax Zhu Yinluan.
The noise lasted until midnight, and the maids followed the instructions and went in to deliver water.
Zhu Yinluan was carried by Shen Jingzhan to wash and bathe.
Even though they had been intimate many times before, Zhu Yinluan still felt shy when he helped her wash in such a bright scene.
She gently refused, "My husband, please go take a bath first. Mingya and Jiaohui will be fine here."
The girl in the bathtub's face was so red that it seemed like blood was dripping out. Shen Jingzhan knew that he couldn't push her too hard, so he went along with her wishes.
"Okay, Luan'er, call me if you need anything."
She must have dreamed about the past after getting close to him.
But those were all dreams, so they cannot be used as evidence.
"Yeah." She avoided his gaze and didn't dare to look him in the eye.
Back on the bed, this time Zhu Yinluan did not forget what she wanted to say to Shen Jingzhan, which was to look for a candidate for an adopted son.
"I have actually asked someone to secretly keep an eye on this matter a long time ago, but things have to be done covertly and not in a rush, so I didn't tell Luan'er."
So he had planned it a long time ago?
Hearing this, Zhu Yinluan also made up his mind.
That’s right, she and Shen Jingzhan can’t stay this close forever, right?
Even though he once said that sex between two people was pleasurable and did not require resistance.
But...I don't know if it's because she always has sex with Shen Jingzhan, she always has those messy dreams.
If I reduce my contact with Shen Jingzhan, maybe things will get better?
She could only hope for that.
After all, she still didn't want to see the imperial physician. How could she tell him about her dream? She couldn't even tell her bedmate.
"My husband is a far-sighted person. I am just overly suspicious." Zhu Yinluan said softly.
Shen Jingzhan smiled, "Yeah."
What foresight? If one day she finds out that all this is just a cover to deceive her, how will she quarrel with him?
Drive him away like before?
Shen Jingzhan couldn’t help but think.
"Luan'er, take a rest." He asked her to rest early.
Zhu Yinluan closed her eyes for a while, then thought about Chen Kouyu's matter. She was afraid that Chen Kouyu would not let it go, so she mentioned the matter to Chen Jingzhan.
"Since Luan'er is in a difficult situation, there is no need to do it. Just deal with both sides and agree on it." He taught her to deal with the entrustment of the elders and Shen Kouyu's requests.
"These are all other people's business. You have been in a bad mood these days. Don't disturb your mind and make yourself sleep uneasy."
Zhu Yinluan felt his care and couldn't help feeling warm in her heart.
Shen Jingzhan never gave her difficult problems. Instead, he took extra care of her and only cared about her body and mood.
"…Thank you, husband." She thanked him sincerely.
Shen Jingzhan smiled lightly and reached out to gently ruffle her hair.
Zhu Yinluan closed her eyes as the man comforted her.
In the last moment after she closed her eyes, the smile on the man's face became more dangerous and dark.
“…”
As Zhu Yinluan expected, Chen Kouyu came to her for several days in a row to get close to her, just wanting her help.
When Old Lady Shen and Madam Shen learned that Chen Kouyu was getting close to her, they were also very happy about it, and asked Zhu Yinluan to persuade Chen Kouyu more and let her settle down and get married as soon as possible.
After Chen Jingzhan spoke, Zhu Yinluan just went around to do the talking, but it didn't seem like she was struggling.
In her opinion, Chen Kouyu might not be able to change her mind and would have to obey her family's arrangements to get married, because Madam Shen already had a favorite candidate and had secretly arranged one for her.
On this day, Shen Jingzhan had just gone out.
Chen Kouyu came over to have breakfast with Zhu Yinluan. Just as they were about to finish eating, the little maid said that there were guests coming to visit.
She just asked who it was?
Chen Kouyu had already opened the note handed over by the little maid, "It's Sister Yao!"
Yao?
The daughter of the Grand Commandant? Shen Jingzhan's childhood sweetheart?
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