The Husband I Snatched Is Not Right!-Chapter 214: This Is What You Do to Me

The room was dimly lit, adding a touch of misty grace.

The two were very close.

If Wei Zhao lowered his head, he could seal her lips.

The man exuded a dangerous aura, his breathing momentarily heavy.

"Yu Tingwan."

Yu Tingwan innocently replied, "Hmm?"

Wei Zhao found it hard to explain, "Why are you just..."

"What?"

Wei Zhao sighed, "Don’t be so reckless."

Yu Tingwan: ????

Listen to that!

What kind of words are those!

Everything was fine, yet he threatened her.

Wei Zhao’s outer robe somehow slipped to the ground, and with the brazier burning, he wasn’t wearing much.

Yu Tingwan also... was down to just a thin garment.

Wei Zhao wrapped his arm around the girl’s slim waist, holding her close, forcing her nearer.

Her breath hitched slightly.

Why did it feel like...

Why did it feel like...

The contours were more pronounced than what she had seen before...

This was clearly uncharted territory for her.

Yu Tingwan was quite eager to learn.

As she was about to look down, a finger pressed firmly into her waist.

Caught off guard, sensitive, she collapsed softly in his embrace.

She was actually quite light.

After some time recuperating, her complexion improved, yet the extra flesh was exactly where it should be.

At least when she returned from the mountain recently, her previous undergarments felt a bit tight.

But Wei Zhao was weak now.

Let alone lifting her, when Yu Tingwan leaned forward, Wei Zhao staggered back a few steps, barely steadying himself.

This realization made Wei Zhao stop his actions, closing his eyes heavily.

Yu Tingwan, concerned, asked, "Did I hurt you? It’s not my fault; you’re the one who suddenly..."

Wei Zhao: "Enough."

His eyes were uncharacteristically desolate.

He was somewhat defeated.

Wei Zhao released Yu Tingwan.

His fingers gently adjusted a tie, emotionlessly securing a knot.

"I’ll remember what you said earlier."

"Don’t regret it later."

Wei Zhao paused.

No greater sorrow than a heart dead.

He felt fragile, his steps heavier.

"Bottling it up too long can be lethal. Don’t provoke me again."

His words were intimidating.

But after speaking, Wei Zhao turned away, his silhouette desolate, moving to the bed and facing away.

As always, all bark and no bite.

Yu Tingwan pressed her lips together.

Her thoughts were in disarray.

And she was a bit bewildered.

In the silence of the room.

After some time, the sound of a girl struggling to untie appeared.

Filled with torment, Wei Zhao felt more miserable: ...

In the end, he chose to go outside and cool off.

At this late hour, Wei Zhao put on his outer robe and sat in the courtyard.

Once he calmed down, regained his countenance, he didn’t rush back.

A bit annoyed.

With himself.

Why was he causing trouble for himself?

With a creak, the Wei Family’s door was pushed open, and Wei Zhao stepped out. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

Under the bright moonlight, his pace was calm and unhurried.

With a clear purpose.

He walked past the Zhao Family, stopping at a courtyard.

He raised his hand.

With a gentle push, the door opened.

At the same time, the sleeping Shunzi’s eyes snapped open.

He never intended to lock the door.

Not when the slightest noise would awaken him.

Shunzi was fully alert, grabbing a knife from under his pillow, swiftly stepping outside.

He intended to see who was being so reckless!

In the moonlight, he saw the malice in Wei Zhao’s eyes fade to tension and respect: "Gen... General?"

Shunzi led him inside.

He lit a candle, brightening the room.

Wei Zhao sat down, "How has Fu Meng been recently?"

"He’s well."

Indeed well, being picky and indulged by He Xuran with good food and drink.

Wei Zhao: "How goes He Xuran’s investigation?"

The inquiry was naturally about the famine grain case.

Shunzi understood: "The deeper he digs, the more he finds."

"Mr. He has been sending people to record village by village, the number of people who starved those years barely matches what was reported to Shangjing. Enraged, he had the list of officials discovered these days sent to Shangjing by trusted aides. They left yesterday and are on their way."

Wei Zhao asked, "How many died?"

"Over two million."

"How many reported?"

Shunzi: "Five thousand four hundred."

Wei Zhao sneered.

Something those people would do.

From the start, covering up to maintain their records, until it became an unmanageable mess.

This place, far from the Capital City, was merely a cover-up by colluding officials.

Shunzi reported, "Duke Qing’s name is in the list."

Duke Qing?

The Fifth Prince’s maternal uncle?

He was initially sent to handle the famine relief. Who knows how much he embezzled to dare to lead such recklessness?

He Xuran first investigated him.

After that event, Duke Qing amassed quite a private fortune.

Where did that money come from?

He Xuran’s intent was clear.

The big fish was caught; soon, those entangled officials would be rooted out, scrambling to confess.

But he overlooked one thing.

The emperor had to be willing to delve in.

"Find Chi Yu, have him contact the Wei Family Army deployed in the Capital."

"Capture Imperial Physician Zheng Xu alive."

Wei Zhao lowered his eyes, his expression cold, "As for Duke Qing, Qing Tan..."

Light flickered on his face.

"He should fearfully commit suicide."

Meaning he was to be killed.

The Crown Prince was frail, but his strategies were strong, and apart from him, the Fifth Prince Ying Yin was the most capable among the princes.

How could he allow too much taint on the Fifth Prince?

Even if Duke Qing committed such heinous crimes, the emperor might suppress the matter for balance of power.

After all... over two million were already dead.

Why hold anyone accountable further?

Those garbed in Dragon Robes had the cruelest methods. Wasn’t it through fratricide that he ascended the throne?

Recently, despite He Xuran’s findings, the Qing Family and Fifth Prince Ying Yin, unable to stop him, ceased futile resistance.

They believed Emperor Ying would protect him, in his rage, he’d turn a blind eye.

Only with deaths would hidden truths emerge. Revealing private detainments of Elder Ge’s decree delivery by the Fifth Prince’s orders.

Let’s see how the Eastern Palace, and the Crown Prince’s faction reacts.

The Capital could use some chaos.

"Yes."

Returning to the Wei Family, the girl was already in bed.

Curled under the covers, hearing the door open, her captivating eyes flickered but she didn’t inquire about his whereabouts.

Wei Zhao approached, blowing out the lamp.

These days, Yu Tingwan always slept in his embrace.

As soon as he lay down, her soft body rolled towards him.

Strange feelings surged through Wei Zhao, "I..."

Yu Tingwan: "Hmm?"

Wei Zhao said flatly, "Stay a little further from me."

Yu Tingwan: "Hmm???"

In the dark room, Yu Tingwan was assertive.

"What’s wrong?"

Yu Tingwan: "You went out, and now you’ve changed your mind?"

Wei Zhao resigned to his impulse.

He held her close.

His face buried in her neck.

The moonlight silently spilled through the latticed window.

"I can’t control myself."