Reborn to Become A Queen: The Real Heiress's Comeback-Chapter 275: Mengmeng, Why Are You Blushing?

Yun He nodded and said, "Master, the Vermilion Bird Leader has reported that Yu Jinchan has been captured and will arrive in Ding’an City within two days."

Mu Yan nodded with satisfaction, "Good, I got it."

Zhan Lan would definitely be happy to hear this news.

Suddenly, Mu Yan thought about Yun He’s words, about Zhan Lan meeting with other men in private.

He chuckled lightly, although he no longer cared too much about what she wanted to do.

However, he could not let her be preoccupied with other men. Mu Yan rested a hand on his forehead, thinking to himself: It seems I need to tease her little girl again.

His Lan’er is a unique treasure in this world, incomparable even to the finest man!

She is clear-minded and independent, not relying on or leaning on anyone, blossoming amidst adversity, doing what she wants, loving whom she pleases.

Her choice is her freedom, and his love for Zhan Lan is his freedom, too.

If he were to bind her, Mu Yan knew that Zhan Lan would not be happy and would leave him without hesitation, like a gust of wind.

...

Zhan Lan was practicing the character for "blessing" inside the room, and Xiao Tao watched as Zhan Lan used sheet after sheet of Xuan paper, having already written hundreds of "blessing" characters.

She tilted her head and said to Zhan Lan, "Miss, your writing of the ’blessing’ character is getting better and better."

Zhan Lan set down her brush, in a good mood she asked, "Is that so?"

"Of course, why did you think of practicing calligraphy?" Xiao Tao asked curiously.

Zhan Lan thought about it, she had no specific reason, but she just didn’t want to come across as unrefined in front of Mu Yan; she didn’t want to be looked down upon by him.

Suddenly, Liu Xi came upstairs, speaking respectfully, "Miss, the Hidden Guard Yun He has come from the Prince; he says the Prince has important matters to inform you about."

Upon hearing this, Zhan Lan immediately rose and quickly followed Yun He to Mu Yan’s room.

Yun He opened the door of the room for Zhan Lan, and as she walked in, with the candlelight flickering, she didn’t see Mu Yan.

Taking a few more steps into the room, she suddenly caught sight of Mu Yan.

Their eyes met, and Zhan Lan saw him dressed loosely, with his hair half-tied and draped behind his head, some strands hanging across his chest and forehead. He looked like he had just taken a bath, with water droplets trailing down from his jaw to his collar, clinging to his clothes, outlining his chest and abdominal muscles.

Spotting Zhan Lan, Mu Yan emanated a casual and unruly aura, stepping closer and asking, "Lan’er, did you want to sneak a peek at this Prince bathing?"

Zhan Lan, her face flushing and heart racing at the sight before her, closed her eyes and stepped back, pointing outside as she said, "Who wants to watch you bathe? Yun He said that you had me come over because there was something important to tell."

Looking out the window towards Yun He, Mu Yan said, "Yun He, I said in a quarter of an hour, are you deaf?"

Yun He looked baffled outside the door, What did Master say?

Then he remembered what the Vermilion Bird said before he left, that when the Master needs someone to take the blame, he should step up.

His mind working quickly, he loudly said, "I heard wrong, I accept my punishment."

Inside the room, Mu Yan said firmly, "Good that you recognize your mistake."

Yun He, sweating profusely, suddenly understood why the Vermilion Bird could become the Dark Guard Commander!

This job is tough!

Mu Yan turned to Zhan Lan and said, "See? The Vermilion Bird is more reliable, he doesn’t mess things up."

"Lan’er, since you’re here, have a seat first." Mu Yan’s lips curved up as he looked at her.

Zhan Lan was flustered by his just-out-of-bath appearance.

"You... Didn’t you have something to say?" Mu Yan’s clothes were sheer, his good physique faintly visible, the veins on his arms subtly protruding, Zhan Lan’s face and ears red, she couldn’t bring herself to look at him.

Mu Yan purposefully walked up to Zhan Lan, leaned over to look at her, wrapped his arms around her waist, and asked, "Mengmeng, what’s making you blush?"

Zhan Lan pushed him away and said, "You did that on purpose..."

Mu Yan instead embraced her waist even tighter, whispering in Zhan Lan’s ear, "Master, are you afraid your disciple will commit an unforgivable offense tonight?"

Zhan Lan met his captivating eyes, and with a cold sneer said, "Be careful, or I might expel you from the sect. Now, speak. What is it?"

Mu Yan adjusted his collar, toning down the amorous look in his eyes, "Master, are you really that heartless? Then I should just be honest. Yu Jinchan has been captured by Vermilion Bird, and will be brought back to Ding’an City within two days."

As Mu Yan was speaking, he suddenly felt his arm being grasped. Zhan Lan excitedly looked at Mu Yan, "Really?"

Mu Yan nodded.

Zhan Lan calmed her excitement and said indifferently, "Okay, only after seeing Yu Jinchan can I be at ease."

Mu Yan consoled her, "Hmm, don’t worry, Vermilion Bird is quite reliable in handling matters."

Zhan Lan nodded, "Mu Yan, the witness I found last time was shot dead. I suspect someone wants to thwart my quest for my true identity."

Mu Yan took her hand and said, "Lan’er, I’m aware of the Phoenix City incident; that was an accident. You weren’t personally involved in the Yu Jinchan matter, the other party shouldn’t notice."

"Moreover, Vermilion Bird is experienced enough, you have no need to worry," Mu Yan reassured her.

Zhan Lan smiled, "Mu Yan, thank..."

She swallowed her words before they could come out, knowing that a simple thank you was too easy and Mu Yan did not appreciate it.

Mu Yan raised an eyebrow, leaning in to say, "I remember someone promised to do something if Yu Jinchan was found..."

Zhan Lan knew that Mu Yan was referring to the matter of kissing him.

She stammered, "That, wait..."

Mu Yan’s body inched closer, cornering her against the wall. With one hand propping up beside her body, he looked at her with fervent eyes and asked, "Should you pay a little interest now, or should your disciple commit an unforgivable offense tonight? You have to pick one."

Zhan Lan, watching his unrestrained demeanor, felt her heart skip a beat. She planted a quick kiss on his lips and then, with lightning speed, she fled.

Mu Yan touched his lips with his fingers, watching her flustered retreat with a smile, murmuring to himself, "Can I ask for that interest a few more times..."

When Zhan Lan returned to her room, the scent of flowers and medicinal herbs from Mu Yan still lingered on her.

After his bath, that fragrance was the strongest, as if Mu Yan was right by her side. Zhan Lan patted her head, telling herself to "Stay clear-headed."

She went back to her room to lie down but tossed and turned, unable to sleep. It was not just because of Mu Yan but also because Yu Jinchan was found.

If she were to reconcile with her family, she wasn’t sure if her parents would like her.

Or would they be too attached to Zhan Xuerou after raising her for eighteen years to let her go?

Zhan Lan had always been confident, but now, on this matter, she inexplicably lacked certainty.

She turned to her side, looking at the wall, thinking: It doesn’t matter, as long as they’re all still alive.

At least they’re all alive...

The next morning, Zhan Lan got up, dressed, and sat by the window lost in thought.

Xiao Tao whispered to Liu Xi, "Sister Liu Xi, have you noticed? Our lady has been looking more and more beautiful lately. Her skin is radiant, her lips are rosy, and even her eyes seem to hold a softer beauty."

Liu Xi smiled lightly, "Our lady spends her days accompanied by the Regent King, naturally she’s in high spirits. It is said that one’s appearance reflects the heart. Our lady has shed some of the female general’s sharpness and gained some tenderness, which is lovely!"

Xiao Tao laughed, "Yeah, I think our lady looks like a beautiful painting sitting there, so wonderful!"

Liu Xi, having prepared the tea, tugged at Xiao Tao’s hand, "Prince might come over after the morning court, let’s not stand here and be in the way."

Xiao Tao pouted, "I feel like we’re like two big candles right now!"

Liu Xi chuckled quietly, "Let’s go, big candle."