The abstinent and powerful minister is cold and aloof during the day, but he adores her in his dream

Chapter 153 Lu Zhan is head over heels in love

Zhiwan was taken aback.

However, Lu Jinglan had come to Yangzhou specifically for her cousin, and now that she had the opportunity to be close to him, she naturally wouldn't let it pass.

"She's really scheming. Does she think that living close to Lord Lu will make him treat her differently?" Ouyang Zhenzhu said sarcastically.

“If that’s all, then so be it. But I’m afraid she might do something disrespectful to her cousin,” Zhiwan said, frowning.

If it weren't for her concern for her aunt, she really shouldn't have rushed back, leaving her cousin and Lu Jinglan to live alone in the villa.

Lu Jinglan has feelings for her cousin and will definitely seize every opportunity to get close to him.

Although her cousin had always been cold and indifferent to Lu Jinglan, it was always impossible to guard against someone with ill intentions.

If Lu Jinglan does something disreputable to her cousin, he won't be able to clear his name and might even be forced to marry her.

Her aunt disliked Lu Jinglan so much, she couldn't let Lu Jinglan succeed.

After pondering for a long time, Zhiwan walked up to Lu Zhan at the dock and whispered, "Cousin, it's not appropriate for you to live in the villa with Aunt Jinglan. Why don't you consider staying at Panyun Villa for a while?"

My cousin will be going to Jiangning in a few days. Once he gets there, Lu Jinglan should be helpless.

Lu Zhan looked at her with some surprise.

He had already planned that after his cousin returned to Beijing, he would go to Panyun Manor to stay.

Unexpectedly, his cousin had the same idea as him.

He paused, then asked, "Why wouldn't it be suitable? Isn't there Lu Lan?"

Seeing that he seemed unaware of Lu Jinglan's feelings for him, Zhiwan couldn't help but feel anxious. "Lu Lan is not a threat, after all, she is your cousin. But Lu Jinglan is different; she is only your aunt in name. I'm afraid she might not be respectful to her cousin."

Towards the end, Zhiwan used more euphemistic words.

She believed that with her cousin's intelligence, he would definitely understand what she meant.

Seeing the girl's anxious look, Lu Zhan paused and said calmly, "Cousin, you're overthinking it. Lu Jinglan wouldn't dare to be so presumptuous."

Upon hearing this, Zhiwan almost rolled her eyes, but she still patiently advised, "You must be wary of others. Cousin, you'd better be careful, otherwise you'll regret it if you fall into their trap."

Upon hearing this, a smile flickered in Lu Zhan's eyes. He stopped teasing her and nodded. "I understand. But cousin, do you still remember what you promised me?"

"What is it?" Zhiwan asked, puzzled.

Lu Zhan's handsome brows furrowed slightly, a hint of displeasure in his expression. "Have you forgotten what we said in the pavilion last night so quickly?"

Zhiwan frowned. They had talked quite a bit last night in the pavilion.

Lu Zhan rubbed his temples and reiterated, "After we get back, don't rush to find a husband to marry into your family. Let's talk about it after I get back, otherwise..."

"Otherwise what?" Zhiwan pressed.

“Otherwise I will be angry,” Lu Zhan said in a deep voice, his dark eyes fixed on her.

Zhiwan was taken aback, then frowned.

Strange, why is her cousin so nervous about her taking in a husband who will marry into her family?

If she finds someone suitable, she certainly won't wait for him to return. After all, his inspection tour of Jiangnan will definitely take a long time, and by the time he gets back, who knows when.

She didn't want to wait until the daylily was too cold.

She replied dismissively, "Okay."

Lu Zhan clearly saw through her perfunctory attitude, and his voice became slightly heavier, "Be obedient."

After thinking for a moment, Zhi Wan said, "If you're worried that I'll hire the wrong people, could you give me Jiang Shi instead?"

Lu Zhan asked in surprise, "What do you want him to do?"

“I heard from Ajiu that Jiang Shi has no parents and has been with my cousin since he was a child. I think he is a good person and he is also very skilled. Cousin, please ask him if he would be willing to be my live-in husband?” Zhiwan finished speaking in one breath.

But her cousin was a man after all, and no matter how close they were, Zhiwan still felt a little embarrassed talking to him about such things.

However, she felt that her request was not too unreasonable.

After all, Jiang Shi was his cousin's confidant. He had always been loyal and hardworking, and his cousin would eventually arrange a marriage for him.

If Jiang Shi is given to her, then her cousin won't have to worry about finding her a husband in the future.

However, as soon as she finished speaking, she saw the man's handsome face suddenly darken.

"What did you say?" Lu Zhan's dark eyes narrowed slightly, his voice dangerous and intimidating.

Zhiwan looked at him in surprise. Why was her cousin so angry?

If she doesn't want to, she won't force her.

She said sullenly, "Never mind, I'm boarding the ship." Then she tried to run away.

My cousin looked so scary right now, as if she had committed some heinous crime.

But she had only taken one step when her left wrist was grabbed.

The next moment, a strong force pulled her, and she uncontrollably spun around and fell into the man's arms.

She was momentarily stunned before she came to her senses. Just as she was about to push the man away, he released her first.

"Be careful," the man said calmly.

Zhiwan turned her head and saw several burly men carrying large bags walking past her.

She breathed a sigh of relief.

It turned out that her cousin pulled her back because he was afraid she would be knocked down.

When I looked up again, my cousin's expression had returned to normal; he was his usual calm, composed, and dignified demeanor.

It was as if her eyes had simply misjudged his intimidating appearance.

Zhiwan paused, then asked cautiously, "Cousin?"

Lu Zhan said calmly, "Jiang Shi is not suitable, so I won't give him to you. When I return to the capital, I will personally help you choose a husband."

Upon hearing this, Zhiwan nodded, "I understand."

She didn't necessarily need Jiang Shi.

She just felt that he met her criteria for a husband who would marry into her family, and she found him somewhat pleasing to the eye.

If her cousin disagrees, she won't force him.

However, she was somewhat flattered when her cousin said he would personally choose a husband for her.

Does my cousin already have someone he likes?
Thinking about this, she felt a surge of anticipation.

Lu Zhan personally escorted Zhiwan onto the ship.

He only disembarked after inspecting the entire ship and confirming that there were no problems.

"Chen Jiu, protect Miss Biao well. If anything happens to her, you'll pay with your head!"

Chen Jiu's heart skipped a beat; the young master was absolutely smitten with his cousin.

"Your Highness, rest assured, I will never let Miss Biao suffer even the slightest harm," Chen Jiu assured, patting his chest.

“In addition…” Lu Zhan paused.

"Does Your Highness have any further instructions?"

"If Mother wants to choose a husband for my cousin, you must find a way to sabotage it," Lu Zhan instructed calmly.

Chen Jiu: "..."

Back on the ship, upon seeing his cousin standing by the railing, his expression immediately turned solemn.

"A-Jiu, what are you doing?" Zhiwan noticed his scrutiny and asked, puzzled.

"Hehe, it's nothing," Chen Jiu said, scratching his head.

Ouyang Zhenzhu asked curiously, "Chen Jiu, you were with Lord Lu for so long just now, what did you talk about?"

"It's a top-secret matter," Chen Jiu said solemnly.

Ouyang Zhenzhu rolled her eyes at him. "It must be something shameful."

“Miss Ouyang, you mustn’t speak carelessly and tarnish my young master’s reputation,” Chen Jiuyi said righteously.

Zhiwan ignored their bickering and looked towards the shore.

My cousin was still standing there.

He remained standing there until the ship set sail.

"Cousin, take care!" Zhiwan waved vigorously to the man on the shore.

(End of this chapter)