From here, they could only vaguely see a side profile, but Sun Yaowen had seen countless beauties before, and he could tell that this woman was a beauty just from her graceful figure. Moreover, although she had a veil on her face, she seemed somewhat familiar.
"This... She looks quite unfamiliar, probably not from Lian’an Town?" Sun Yaowen’s servant hesitated to say.
This servant spent all day with Sun Yaowen in Lian’an Town, and had met all the prominent figures. Perhaps women were usually kept in seclusion and rarely exposed, but just by looking at the man beside her, he appeared quite unfamiliar as well.
Sun Yaowen stared intently at Ji Xinhe, who was slowly boarding the boat. Suddenly, he saw her turn her head and glance at him. Those agile eyes seemed to refresh Sun Yaowen’s memory instantly.
"It’s her?" Sun Yaowen exclaimed with interest: "I was curious when I saw her at Guilin Residence that day, but I didn’t expect to meet her again today. What a coincidence."
"Do you know her, young master? Unfortunately, she’s probably already married, as those are a married woman’s hairstyle, and that man beside her must be her husband." The servant couldn’t help but click his tongue; he had never seen such a perfect pairing of a handsome man and a beautiful woman before.
Sun Yaowen scoffed, "So what if she’s married? When have I ever cared about such trivial matters when it comes to the women I desire?"
In the past, Sun Yaowen might have been more restrained, but these days his luck had improved, and he had become less concerned about such trivial matters.
With Yi Ling’s assistance, he had outmaneuvered Hua Manlou, gained immense benefits, won Grandpa Sun’s favor, and even been entrusted with managing Yihong Courtyard. It was a great honor.
Yi Ling said she’d help him get even more, and Sun Yaowen certainly believed her. After all, she had burned her bridges and had no choice but to rely on him. Even if Sun Yaowen did nothing, he would still live a much better life!
Considering Grandpa Sun’s situation, he probably wouldn’t live much longer. At this juncture, being able to win Grandpa Sun’s favor meant that when the family split up, Sun Yaowen might receive a large share!
Grandpa Sun valued the family’s businesses above all else, and none of the Sun Family’s younger generation were particularly outstanding. This was precisely what troubled Grandpa Sun. So if Sun Yaowen could win his favor during this period, Grandpa Sun would naturally entrust him with the majority of the Sun Family’s assets.
So, with his current momentum, Sun Yaowen could dominate the Sun Family. What was there to fear about snatching a woman he desired?
Moreover, though the man beside her appeared quite handsome, Sun Yaowen had no impression of him. He was acquainted with every reputable family in Lian’an Town; since he didn’t recognize the man, he assumed he was a nobody. So wouldn’t it be easy for Sun Yaowen to steal an ordinary woman from him?
At this thought, Sun Yaowen’s face broke into a sinister smile.
Ji Xinhe had always been perceptive and immediately noticed someone staring at her. When she glanced over and saw Sun Yaowen, she was taken aback.
"Do you recognize him?" Mu Houchu’s face darkened.
Xin He grabbed his sleeve and boarded the boat, "I don’t know him."
Her husband was the jealous type, and if Sun Yaowen stared at her like that, it wouldn’t have been surprising if Mu Houchu impulsively slapped Sun Yaowen to death.
Mu Houchu noticed the look of disgust in Ji Xinhe’s eyes and felt somewhat reassured. After all, how could his wife be attracted to such a lewd man?
However, why should his wife be stared at so blatantly by others?
Mu Houchu coldly swept his gaze toward Sun Yaowen. Perhaps his domineering look was too chilling, as it made Sun Yaowen shudder and avert his gaze hurriedly.
After that, Mu Houchu went aboard the boat with Ji Xinhe.
He had never really been interested in such "refined pleasures." Having grown up amid bloodshed and cruelty, he didn’t have the leisure to appreciate such things. What was the point of just drifting around on a boat on the lake?
However, seeing Xin He’s excited and relaxed expression, Mu Houchu felt that coming here had been the right choice.
Being with her, even the most uninteresting activities became enjoyable.
"The water is so cold. There are many big trees by the lake, and it’s so cool and shaded. The breeze is really comfortable," said Xin He with a smile as she played with the clear lake water.
Mu Houchu watched her, a faint smile playing on his lips, and his face softening significantly.
The boatsman, looking at the couple who seemed like immortals, couldn’t help but say, "This must be the young lady’s first time here. Our Fan Lake has a renowned landscape throughout Yu State. Especially during the hot season, many people visit. As the young lady likes it, you should often bring her here, young master."
Mu Houchu had initially felt some discomfort when the boatsman spoke with Ji Xinhe, but after hearing his last sentence, all his displeasure vanished. The smile on his lips deepened, "We’ll come often if you like it."
Xin He glanced at the unmoved expression of Mu Houchu, who still looked as if he were sitting in a room staring at her. She couldn’t help but ask, "Are you bored?"
She knew him well, and it seemed unlikely that such a man would be interested in this kind of leisure activity.
If Ling Feng knew about this, they’d probably be shocked speechless.
Mu Houchu smiled and gently pinched her cheek, "No, I’m not bored. As long as I’m with you, nothing is boring."
Xin He lightly glared at him but didn’t continue the conversation, fearing that more inappropriate words would follow. Her heart fluttered a little, and she glanced at the boatsman, only to see him turning his head away as if he hadn’t heard.
Having set his sights on Ji Xinhe, Sun Yaowen couldn’t just let her go. Though deterred by Mu Houchu’s bearing, he couldn’t just give up. It would be such a pity to let go of such an extraordinary beauty.
Sun Yaowen carelessly rented the largest boat, ordering the boatsman to steer close to Ji Xinhe and Mu Houchu’s small boat.
His servant whispered into Sun Yaowen’s ear, looking quite proud, "Young master, if you truly desire that lady, I might have a way. By the end of today, the beauty will willingly fall into your arms." 𝙛𝒓𝓮𝒆𝔀𝒆𝙗𝓷𝒐𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝒄𝓸𝓶
Sun Yaowen’s eyes lit up, and he quickly demanded, "Tell!"
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