Doted By The Regent King-Chapter 684 - 683: Visiting Again

Hou Ling watched Purple Jade depart, until her figure was no longer visible, only then did he turn to return home. Upon arrival, he learned that his grandfather and father had gone to collect pigs and had not yet returned. After a moment’s thought, he spoke to his mother and promptly left again. He found his good friend, borrowed a horse, and headed straight for the county.

Purple Jade stood on the only road leading to Huayang County from the town. Only after seeing Hou Ling ride past on the horse did she emerge from the woods with a snort.

"The boy is quite cautious, but caution is good. It proves he’s not someone who acts recklessly, otherwise, I really wouldn’t dare to use him!"

After swallowing the jerky in her mouth, Purple Jade then led her horse out and rode leisurely towards Taiping Town, waiting to see what Hou Ling would do.

While Hou Ling went to town to gather information, at the same time, Zhou Xueli arrived at Wufu’s doorway, full of hesitation and pacing back and forth.

When Madam Zhou heard of his request to see them from outside, she pricked her finger with the needle she was holding, her expression becoming somewhat complicated.

"Qiu Xiang, go and call for the young miss," Madam Zhou finally instructed the servant girl after a long pause.

Qiu Xiang hurried off and soon returned, but Wufu did not follow her back. Madam Zhou felt somewhat puzzled and anxious. Was Wufu even declining to see Xueli?

"Madam, the young miss said she has tasks at hand that cannot be delayed, so she will not receive visitors. Whether to see him or not is up to you, Madam," Qiu Xiang said.

Madam Zhou sighed, looked at the hourglass—the time was just past noon—and wondered if Xueli had had his lunch yet. ƒreewebɳovel.com

"Take him to the dining room and prepare some food to serve," Madam Zhou finally instructed after some thought.

As Qiu Xiang left to make the arrangements, Madam Zhou stood up to tidy up her appearance, then, supported by Li Zi’s hand, she made her way to the dining room.

It was Zhou Xueli’s second visit to the Wufu residence. His first visit was due to his no-good elder brother, and ironically, the second was for the same reason.

He hadn’t paid much attention to the place during his previous visit, but now, walking along the way, his eyes were opened wide. No wonder his elder brother and the others were blinded by wealth. It was truly compelling opulence.

He wondered how Wufu would use her clever tongue to mock him this time?

The sound of tinkling jingling jewelry echoed and Zhou Xueli turned to see a woman, supported by a young girl’s hand, entering the room—it was Madam Zhou.

"Sister," Zhou Xueli’s eyes intently fell upon her, his heart filled with shock.

Only a few months had passed since their last meeting, but the transformation was profound.

The person before him exuded grace and prosperity, resembling a noble Madam, while he...

Zhou Xueli looked down at his own clothing and shoes. These were his finest garments, yet they seemed shabby in front of the luxuriously dressed Madam Zhou.

"Younger Brother Li," Madam Zhou greeted him with a smile.

At this greeting, Zhou Xueli felt simultaneously flustered and relieved.

His elder sister did not insist on chasing him away; deep down, she still cared about their kinship.

"Sister, I came today because..."

"You’ve just arrived, and you probably haven’t had lunch yet? I’ve had some food prepared. Eat first, and then we can talk," Madam Zhou interrupted.

Zhou Xueli’s face felt awkward as his stomach conveniently began to growl at that moment. Before he could speak, the aroma of food wafted in from outside.

Turning to look, he indeed saw a demure servant girl leading others bearing food in their direction.

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