But moments later, Jiang Lan grew puzzled. Her husband was usually aloof and indifferent—why would he suddenly be worried about her?
“009, what’s going on? Why is he worried about me for no reason?” Jiang Lan asked, her eyes showing a trace of confusion.
Unfortunately, System 009 once again fell silent, showing no intention of answering Jiang Lan’s question.
“Jiang Lan, we’re here.” Hu Yue’s voice pulled Jiang Lan’s wandering thoughts back.
Jiang Lan stepped out of the carriage and looked at the magnificent building, a faint smile appearing in her eyes.
This was indeed Lin Yuezhi’s style—extravagant and indulgent, fitting for her renowned reputation in Azure Capital City.
Qin Yuehan’s carriage also slowly came to a stop, and the curtain was gradually drawn aside.
Standing beside the carriage, Jiang Lan saw Qin Yuehan in his moon-white robes extend a hand to rest on the carriage railing.
His peach blossom eyes, tender and watery, showed surprise when he noticed her standing there ready to assist.
“Wife.”
Hu Yue: “···········”
Jiang Lan sensed Qin Yuehan’s displeasure. This was a place where pleasure quarters gathered, and many women nearby were beginning to cast curious glances their way.
Noticing these gazes, Jiang Lan’s beautiful face instantly turned cold. She strode assertively to Qin Yuehan’s side, shielding him from most of the onlookers.
Seeing this, Hu Yue felt quite uneasy.
Witnessing Jiang Lan’s concern for Qin Yuehan, she felt a sense of foreboding.
At this moment, Qin Yuehan’s mood also sank to its lowest point. He hadn’t expected Jiang Lan to bring him to the famous Orchid Courtyard in Azure Capital City.
“Jiang Lan, let’s go up.” Hu Yue spoke up, then nodded slightly toward Qin Yuehan in acknowledgment.
Qin Yuehan gave a slight bow before retreating half a step to stand beside Jiang Lan, clearly maintaining a distance to avoid suspicion.
Observing the surrounding gazes, Jiang Lan also felt a twinge of regret for bringing Qin Yuehan here.
Although she knew Lin Yuezhi would invite Su Qinghe when hosting her, she hadn’t expected Lin Yuezhi to be so reckless as to set the banquet at Orchid Courtyard.
“Qin Zhong, go fetch the veil from the carriage.” Jiang Lan instructed, still standing firmly in front of Qin Yuehan without moving.
In the private booth of Orchid Courtyard’s pavilion, Lin Yuezhi lounged comfortably, enjoying the attentions of other top courtesans from the establishment.
Meanwhile, Su Qinghe wore an expression of deep affection as he gazed longingly toward the entrance.
Unfortunately, Jiang Lan, having prepared in advance, was destined to thwart Su Qinghe’s plans.
Hu Yue walked ahead, with Jiang Lan following a step behind, her hand firmly holding Qin Yuehan’s.
When Su Qinghe saw Jiang Lan appear, his face immediately lit up with excitement, and he moved to greet her.
But in the next moment, he unexpectedly caught sight of Qin Yuehan behind Jiang Lan.
His peach blossom eyes swept over coldly, like a thousand-year cold pool, chilling to the bone.
Su Qinghe instinctively halted his steps, waves of fear rising in his heart.
On the other side, as soon as Jiang Lan arrived, Lin Yuezhi’s voice captured most of her attention.
Naturally, she didn’t notice the visual confrontation between Qin Yuehan and Su Qinghe, the two men.
When Lin Yuezhi saw Qin Yuehan, she was genuinely taken aback.
“Jiang Lan, it might not be appropriate for you to bring Young Master Qin here,” Lin Yuezhi said as she approached them, her tone carrying a hint of audacity.
Upon hearing this, Jiang Lan’s brows furrowed slightly, and a chill emanated from her entire being.
“I was unaware that Miss Lin’s banquet was being held at the Orchid Courtyard. Moreover, Qin Yuehan is now my Lord, so it would be better for Miss Lin to address him as Jiang Husband,” Jiang Lan replied, her tone clearly displeased.
Su Qinghe stood to the side, watching as Lin Yuezhi and Jiang Lan immediately became confrontational. A flicker of something dark passed through his eyes.
Seeing Jiang Lan speak in such a manner, Qin Yuehan glanced up at Lin Yuezhi, a profound look flashing in his peach blossom eyes.
Then, he gave a slight nod to Lin Yuezhi and spoke slowly, “Regarding Miss Lin’s previous remarks about my wife, Yuehan has heard of them. I wonder what Miss Lin intends with this current situation?”
Qin Yuehan’s attitude was cold and unyielding, his words sharp and incisive.
Everyone present was startled by Qin Yuehan’s blunt and direct manner toward Lin Yuezhi.
The only exceptions were Jiang Lan and Lin Yuezhi themselves, who accepted Qin Yuehan’s temperament and behavior without any pressure.
“How could Young Master Qin speak to Miss Lin like that?” Su Qinghe stepped forward, voicing his disapproval.
Not only did he speak, but he also lifted his gaze to glance at Jiang Lan with eyes full of tender affection before continuing, “We men should not lack male virtue like this. It is rather inappropriate for you to act this way when Miss Jiang has brought you here.”
Su Qinghe spoke softly and gently, then pressed his lips together and offered an apologetic smile to the three women before him.
Hu Yue, a straightforward woman, showed agreement in her eyes upon hearing Su Qinghe’s words.
Yet Jiang Lan felt an indescribable sense of frustration!
What kind of person had the original host liked? This man, with his face full of cosmetics and pretentious mannerisms, was nothing but a white lotus from her previous world!
Was no one paying attention?
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