Chapter 564: Madam Must Take Charge of the Punishment Hall This Year
Chapter 564: Madam Must Take Charge of the Punishment Hall This Year
Hou Family.
Hou Yunjiao lay in bed, his heroic eyebrows tightly furrowed.
A chill swept over him, even though he was covered with a blanket, he still felt cold.
Qin Ruan was like a warm stove, tightly embraced in his arms, yet he couldn't feel any warmth.
Hou Yunjiao knew that this was a lingering effect of the medication.
In the days to come, his body would become weaker day by day.
The coolness that enveloped his body prevented Hou Yunjiao from falling back asleep.
He gently released Qin Ruan, who was still asleep, and who he could manipulate at will, and sat up, leaning against the headboard.
Seeing the gap in the blanket when he sat up, Hou Yunjiao reached out and pulled it up for Qin Ruan.
After doing all this, he got out of bed, walked lightly, and left the room.
The door was closed with a slight sound, but it didn't disturb Qin Ruan, who was still asleep in bed.
As Hou Yunjiao walked out of the room, he encountered Hou Qiang standing by the floor-to-ceiling window in the corridor.
Hou Qiang had a cigarette in his mouth and took a deep drag, exhaling swirling smoke rings.
Perhaps due to exhaustion, Hou Qiang rubbed his eyes forcefully.
When he heard the movement coming from the bedroom, he immediately turned around.
Seeing his master standing at the door, he hurriedly went to put out the cigarette.
Hou Yunjiao's voice was gentle as he stopped him, "old Qiang, there's no need to put it out."
It was already late at night, and it was not surprising for Hou Qiang to smoke a cigarette to stay awake.
Hou Qiang still extinguished the cigarette.
If it were any other day, he might have followed his master's orders, but not today.
His master's health was not good, so he had to be especially attentive.
Hou Qiang stood in place, looking at his master approaching.
"Third Young Master, why did you get up? Are you feeling unwell?" His tone was filled with concern, tinged with a hint of panic.
Hou Yunjiao sat down on the single sofa in front of the balcony.
"I couldn't sleep, just came out for some fresh air."
His brows furrowed, his voice carrying a hint of annoyance.
Hou Qiang could sense his master's obvious displeasure. Huo Yunjiao lazily leaned against the sofa.
His sitting posture exuded a refined and elegant demeanor, with the air of a young master, impeccable in every way.
His eyes were captivating, but there was a slight trace of impatience on his face.
Hou Qiang noticed his master's hand on the sofa moving slightly and his eyes flickered.
He turned around and picked up the plush blanket that had already been prepared on the opposite sofa, holding it in his arms.
Hou Qiang walked in front of Hou Yunjiao and squatted down before him. "Third Young Master, are you feeling cold?"
"Mm."
Hou Yunjiao responded softly.
Hou Qiang shook open the blanket and covered it over his legs.
His ordinary features showed a cautious and solemn expression, as if he was performing a very serious task.
Hou Qiang felt a tinge of sadness in his heart.
This was just the beginning for Third Young Master
He would become increasingly uncomfortable, and his body would grow weaker.
It would take several months of recuperation to return to his usual state.
Hou Yunjiao leaned back on the comfortable sofa, exuding a relaxed and somewhat lazy demeanor.
He slowly closed his eyes, feeling the coldness flowing through his meridians.
This coldness couldn't be eased no matter how many blankets were piled on.
Hou Qiang stood behind him, guarding him.
Both the master and servant remained quiet.
A faint vibrating sound broke the silence in the room.
Hou Qiang took out his phone from his pocket and saw that it was a call from one of his subordinates.
He glanced at his master, who had closed his eyes, and walked to the side to answer the call.
Huo Qiang asked in a low voice, "What's the matter?"
On the other end, something was said that made Huo Qiang's rough brows furrow.
He looked troubled and said, "At this time?"
After a moment of silence, he suggested, "Ask Master Ling Xu if it's possible tomorrow. Madam is already asleep."
Upon hearing that it involved Qin Ruan, Hou Yunjiao opened his eyes, and his cold gaze turned towards Hou Qiang.
"What happened?"
His voice was slightly deep, carrying an irresistible pressure.
Hou Qiang approached Hou Yunjiao with his phone in hand.
He lowered his head respectfully and reported, "Master Ling Xu went to the Nangong's family. Two anomalies appeared there, and Master Ling Xu expressed the intention of requesting Madam's assistance."
Hou Yunjiao pressed his temple with his slender fingertips, his tone displeased. "Ask Master Ling Xuzi if tomorrow is possible."
Asking Qin Ruan to go to the Nangong family at this time, Ling Xuzi was really causing trouble for him.
Did they forget that Qin Ruan was pregnant?
Hou Qiang conveyed Hou Yunjiao's intentions to the secret guards in the Nangong family.
It didn't take long for him to receive a response.
The latest deadline given by Ling Xuzi was tomorrow morning at nine o'clock.
After that time, it was likely that his Golden Light Barrier would no longer be able to hold the two ghosts, Wu Daochang and Li Manning.
Hou Qiang conveyed the message verbatim to his master.
Hou Yunjiao half-closed his eyes.
His hand pressed against his temple, and he gently waved his hand towards Hou Qiang, indicating that he understood.
Hou Qiang put away his phone and stood aside, gazing at his master with admiration in his eyes.
Even though he was standing while his master was sitting, the aura emanating from his master made him involuntarily look up to him.
He had watched Hou Yunjiao grow up.
From a young child to a teenager, and then from a teenager to a strong man with a powerful inner strength.
As the future successor of the Huo family, he was undoubtedly deserving of his position with his intelligence and methods.
Unfortunately, life is so unfair.
Such a humble and steady child, unparalleled in the world, is plagued by an unknown illness.
"Hou Qiang, what do you think of Qin Ruan?"
The Third Young Master suddenly spoke with closed eyes.
Hou Qiang, who was lamenting for his master, immediately replied, "Madam is excellent."
"Yes, she is excellent." Hou Yunjiao opened his cold, emotionless eyes.
His hands crossed and rested on his abdomen.
"She is so excellent. Once she takes the position of the Hou family's matriarch, there shouldn't be anyone opposing, right?"
It was unclear whether the Third Young Master was asking himself or Hou Qiang, who stood by his side.
Hou Qiang did not speak, his eyes filled with astonishment as he looked at his master's exquisite profile.
He opened his mouth, then slowly closed it, ultimately not saying anything.
Just because he didn't hear his response didn't mean the Third Young Master would change the subject.
Huo Yunjiao casually said, "Huo Qiang, what do you think?"
He knew there was no escape today.
Hou Qiang calmly stated with an even tone, "Throughout history, the title 'Madam' has been a respectful term for the mother of emperors. Later on, it was used to address noble women with status as the lady of the house. Hou family is not like a royal family, but it has been a noble family for hundreds of years. The position of Hou family's matriarch is not easily secured, and passing the scrutiny of the Hou family elders won't be easy."
In other words, it was clear that Qin Ruan would struggle to hold the position of Hou family's matriarch.
Upon hearing this, Hou Yunjiao not only didn't get angry but also burst into a delighted laughter.
His cold eyes were filled with a playful smile as he abruptly turned his head, his gaze sweeping over Huo Qiang.
"If Madam cannot hold steady, then we will find a way to make her hold steady and silence all those opposing voices."
Hou Yunjiao elegant and handsome face carried a hint of chilliness at this moment.
Despite his soft voice, his words exuded a terrifying aura of decisiveness.
Huo Qiang gently furrowed his brows and then widened his eyes, as if understanding something.
Trembling in his voice, he asked, "What do you mean, Third Young Master?"
Hou Yunjiao spoke in a casual tone, "Make sure Madam takes over the Punishment Hall this year."
Hou Qiang exclaimed, "The Punishment Hall has always been under the control of the one in power in the Hou family."
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