Oh no! My grandmother made me shoulder the responsibility for eight households!

Chapter 230 Yagyu Shengxue’s acting skills

In the study.

Yuan Tiangang was already waiting in the study.

"My lord." Yuan Tiangang bowed and greeted Lin Chen as he entered.

"Sit down." Lin Chen sat down behind the desk. "Any new news from Zhongzhou?"

Yuan Tiangang nodded and slowly said:

"The Bad Guards reported that the Corpse King Guards of the Corpse Refining Sect discovered Dugu Qiubai's whereabouts at Broken Soul Cliff seven days ago, and the two sides clashed."

Dugu Qiubai was outnumbered and killed three men before fleeing in defeat, coughing up blood. His whereabouts are currently unknown.

Lin Chen frowned slightly and closed his eyes to concentrate.

The name of Dugu Qiubai is still on the system panel.

He opened his eyes, his expression calm.

"Senior Dugu wouldn't die so easily. He's probably going somewhere to heal his wounds and break through to a higher level."

"That's what I think too," Yuan Tiangang said.

"Dugu Qiubai's swordsmanship is unparalleled, and his fortune is prosperous. He will not perish so easily."

"Hmm." Lin Chen tapped his fingers lightly on the table.

"Everyone has their own destiny, and there's nothing we can do to help now. What's the situation with the Gu God Temple?"

Yuan Tiangang shook his head: "Not for now."

Since the last time the lord ordered the Bad Guards not to venture deep into the Ten Thousand Mountains, they have switched to gathering intelligence on the outskirts.

However, the Gu God Temple is too mysterious, almost completely cut off from the outside world, and thus yields very little.

Lin Chen pondered for a moment, then said:

"Safety first. The Gu God Palace has existed for so many years, it must have its own foundation. Let's collect it slowly, there's no rush."

"Yes."

"And another thing," Lin Chen recalled what he had been thinking about last night.

"Have someone keep a close eye on Dongli. I have a feeling they're up to something behind the scenes."

Yuan Tiangang's expression hardened: "Does the Lord suspect that Dongli is making unusual moves?"

"It's hard to say," Lin Chen said calmly, "but one should always be wary of others."

"Understood, Your Majesty. We will send more men immediately," Yuan Tiangang said in a deep voice.

"Okay, go ahead."

After Yuan Tiangang left, Lin Chen leaned back in his chair and let out a long sigh.

With the Cui family's matter resolved, no one in the Dayan Dynasty should dare to provoke the Lin family now.

It's time to enjoy some peace and quiet.

He counted on his fingers:

Liu Ruyan is less than three months away from giving birth.

Qin Shuyan and Xiao Yulou have been together for three months.

Night's Shadow lasted for two months.

Chu Yueyao, Murong Xue, and Su Xiaoxiao each have one month.

Wen Ruoxi for almost half a month...

"Goodness, this schedule is packed." Lin Chen chuckled to himself.

Zhao Mingyue needs to hurry; her grandmother is urging her.

Lan Fenghuang is going to Zhongzhou, and probably doesn't plan to have children in the near future.

As for Yagyu Yuki... we won't consider it for now.

He didn't leave any offspring last night, and although Liu Shengxue was disappointed, she obediently dealt with it.

And then there's the Empress's side.

The True Phoenix Pill has already been given; it will be given after her breakthrough...

A smile appeared on Lin Chen's lips.

Life is getting better and better.

Just then, a soft knock came from outside the study.

"Husband, are you busy?"

It was Zhao Mingyue's voice.

Lin Chen waved his sleeve, and the door opened automatically: "Mingyue, come in."

Zhao Mingyue walked in carrying a tray with tea snacks and a pot of freshly brewed tea on it.

"I saw that my husband had been in the study for a while, so I made some tea."

Zhao Mingyue smiled gently and placed the tray on the desk.

"Mingyue is so thoughtful." Lin Chen took her hand and helped her sit on his lap.

"What's up?"

Zhao Mingyue nodded, her cheeks slightly flushed:

"My lord, there's a music performance by Master Bai at Zuiyue Pavilion today. I... I'd like to go listen. Would you like to go?"

"Okay." Lin Chen nodded with a smile. "I haven't listened to the zither in a long time either. I'll go with you."

"Really?" Zhao Mingyue asked in surprise.

"When have I ever lied to you?" Lin Chen gently stroked her nose. "When are we going?"

"We'll start at Shenshi (3-5 PM) and set off at Weishi (1-3 PM)."

"OK."

The two talked for a while longer before Zhao Mingyue got up and left.

As she reached the door, she suddenly turned back and whispered:

"Husband, don't take Grandmother's words too seriously. As for having children, just let nature take its course."

Lin Chen was taken aback, then laughed: "What, you're worried about this for me?"

Zhao Mingyue blushed again: "I was afraid it would put pressure on you..."

"What pressure could I possibly feel?" Lin Chen stood up, walked over, and put his arm around her shoulder.

"But Grandma is right, we need to hurry. Let's start working on it tonight, shall we?"

"I'll do whatever my husband says," Zhao Mingyue whispered, and quickly left.

Lin Chen laughed heartily as he watched Zhao Mingyue's obviously flustered back.

He had just returned to his desk and taken a sip of tea when the knocking on the door sounded again.

"Knock knock knock".

Lin Chen looked up and saw Liu Shengxue standing at the door, looking somewhat reserved.

"My...husband," she changed her address, her voice very soft, "I have something to report."

After paying my respects to the Old Madam and Su Wanqing in the morning, I asked them to change how I addressed them.

Although the old lady did not allow Yagyu Yuki to have children, she was not a cruel or wicked person.

Lin Chen raised an eyebrow: "Speak."

Liu Shengxue walked in, closed the door, and then whispered:

"This morning I received a secret letter from my father, the Emperor, that there have been some unusual developments in the Eastern Kingdom recently."

Lin Chen's eyes narrowed: "What's going on?"

"Specifics are unknown." Liu Shengxue shook his head.

"But my father said in his letter that many unfamiliar faces have appeared in the territory, unlike people from the Eastern Regions."

Lin Chen tapped his fingers lightly on the table.

Unlike people from the Eastern Regions?

Are they from Zhongzhou, or from some other realm?

With a major upheaval imminent, chaos was inevitable, and Lin Chen was already mentally prepared.

"Is there anything else?"

Liu Shengxue hesitated for a moment before saying:

"Father also said... those people's cultivation levels are unfathomable, and the royal family suffered heavy losses without uncovering any useful information. I hope... I hope my husband won't blame me!"

Lin Chen chuckled inwardly. Unsolicited kindness is always suspicious!

"I understand." He nodded. "Tell your father to keep an eye out and let me know immediately if there's any news."

"Yes," Yagyu Yuki replied, but did not leave immediately.

Lin Chen looked at her: "Is there anything else?"

Liu Shengxue pursed his lips, then suddenly knelt down:

"My lord, I know... my status is special, and it is only right that you are wary of me."

But now that I have married into the Lin family, I am a member of the Lin family, and in this life, I will never have any other intentions.

She looked up, her eyes slightly red:

"I beg my husband... to believe me just this once."

Lin Chen quietly looked at Liu Shengxue.

After a long silence, he finally spoke: "Get up."

Liu Shengxue did not move.

Lin Chen sighed, stood up, walked to her, and reached out to help her.

"If I didn't trust you, I wouldn't have let you stay in the Lin family."

However, trust takes time to build.

You give me time, and I'll give you time, how about it?

Looking at Lin Chen, Liu Shengxue finally let her tears fall:

"Thank you, my husband."

"Okay, stop crying." Lin Chen wiped away her tears.

Go wash your face, you have to go out in a bit.

Liu Shengxue was taken aback: "Going out?"

"Yes, I'll accompany Mingyue to Zuiyue Pavilion to listen to the zither." Lin Chen smiled and added, "You should come along too!"

Yagyu Yuki was stunned.

She didn't expect Lin Chen to invite her to come along.

"What, don't you want to go?" Lin Chen raised an eyebrow.

"Yes! I want to go!" Liu Shengxue nodded quickly, her tears turning into a smile.

"I'll go prepare right away!"

Watching her hurried departure, Lin Chen shook his head.

This woman is a natural-born actress.

Let's just play with her and have some fun!

Otherwise, life would be too monotonous!