Chapter 614: Trying to Retaliate against the Huo Family and Escape Unscathed? Wishful Thinking!
Chapter 614: Trying to Retaliate against the Huo Family and Escape Unscathed? Wishful Thinking!
Hou Yunjiao's gaze fell on Dr. Chen, his voice gentle yet hoarse, "I understand what you mean, Doctor Chen."
He didn't take offense at Dr. Chen's remark; the doctor's duty and sense of mission had clouded his judgment.
Restoring his professional demeanor, Dr. Chen calmly continued, "Third Master, during the pregnancy, certain aspects need attention."
Hou Yunjiao had a composed expression, "Go on."
If not for his hoarse voice and the turmoil in his eyes, one might have thought he was calm.
Dr. Chen, being a man, understood that going through this phase was something all newly expectant fathers had to endure.
He knew this was a must for a first-time father.
Approaching Hou Yunjiao, Dr. Chen whispered, "Generally, it's not advisable in the first three months, but now Madam has passed that stage and is in the middle of her pregnancy."
"In the middle stage, the child in her womb is relatively stable, less susceptible to external influences, and less likely to suffer a miscarriage or premature birth."
"However, still be cautious; if there's any abdominal pain, you must stop…"
In the following half-hour, Hou Yunjiao and Dr. Chen engaged in an exchange of knowledge in an unfamiliar field.
After Dr. Chen left, Hou Chuan respectfully escorted him out.
In the hall, Hou Yunjiao played with the tea set on the table.
His slender, fair fingers held the teapot as he poured water into the white porcelain teacup.
The sound of water rippling in the cup was pleasant to the ears.
Hou Chuan approached and stood before Hou Yunjiao, "Master."
Hou Yunjiao raised his eyes, glanced at him, and remained composed.
He set the teapot aside, picked up the teacup, and brought it to his nose for a sniff.
In a low voice, he inquired, "What happened earlier?"
Hou Yunjiao noticed that Hou Chuan seemed anxious when he was with him and Qin Ruan in the sunroom earlier.
He intended to come out and inquire about it.
However, he hadn't expected Qin Ruan to feel uncomfortable.
Hou Chuan bowed respectfully and reported, "Third Young Master, A158 is an agent of another territorial power. Several months ago, they attempted to assassinate Second Master, and it was a certain force in the capital that wanted him dead."
Hou Yunjiao's fingertip slightly paused as he listened to the report. He could feel a hint of killing intent welling up inside him.
He looked at the ripples in the teacup, his expression calm, but inside, a surge of emotions churned.
"How much was the offer?" Huo Yunjiao asked.
"Three million," Hou Chuan replied.
A faint smile crept onto Hou Yunjiao's lips.
"If they're willing to buy off our Hou Family, they can't be a significant force," he said.
Hou Chuan concurred, "Indeed, it's a small and obscure force in the western region."
Hou Yunjiao tapped his fingertip lightly on his knee as he continued, "They dared to take action against the Hou Family and expect to leave unharmed."
He then added with a cold undertone, "After attacking the Hou Family, no one can escape unscathed."
Once again, a low sigh resonated in the silent space.
Hou Yunjiao recalled Dr. Chen's words, and he realized that he had made thorough arrangements for Qin Ruan's living conditions but overlooked her specific needs during pregnancy.
In the past six months, he had not been a qualified husband.
...
When Qin Ruan woke up, the sky outside had already darkened.
She looked a bit tired as she opened her eyes.
Despite having slept for so long, she still felt a lingering fatigue in her body and mind.
Her mood hadn't improved despite the sleep.
A ball of fire seemed to be trapped in her chest, making her feel uncomfortable.
Unaware that there was a living person behind her, Qin Ruan didn't realize that Hou Yunjiao was also there.
Hou Yunjiao knew when Qin Ruan woke up as her breathing became irregular.
He put the tablet he was holding aside and leaned over to look at her.
"Awake? Why didn't you call out? Is there anything uncomfortable?" Hou Yunjiao's gentle voice sounded in her ears, startling her.
Qin Ruan turned around and met his concerned gaze. She pursed her lips and asked, "Why are you here too?"
She didn't know that he usually avoided her during the day.
Apart from the night when they slept on the same bed, they didn't spend much time together during the day.
Unaware of the slight complaint in her words, Qin Ruan
spoke casually.
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