People in the Qin Dynasty, entertained during the Warring States period

"Furthermore, Zilan Pavilion is not far from here, so I can visit Yu'er anytime."

Nongyu nodded slightly, "Mother is right."

Madam Hu secretly exchanged a glance with Cao Ze, her eyes instantly becoming alluring, and her body slightly weakening.

She coughed lightly, barely managing to calm herself and suppress the urge to have anything happen between her and Cao Ze.

"Yu'er, do you need me to take you?"

Nongyu smiled and shook her head, "No need, Mother, it's fine for you to keep me company."

She had long wanted to return to Zilanxuan to see Zi Nu and looked forward to meeting Mr. Cao Ze more often.

Madam Hu's face stiffened slightly, and she was speechless for a moment.

Nongyu noticed that her mother's expression was a bit off and asked curiously, "Mother, what's wrong?"

"Ah..." Madam Hu came to her senses and quickly said, "It's nothing, let the master accompany you, it's better to go early than late."

Cao Ze watched the mother and daughter, each harboring their own secret thoughts, with a smile, finding it amusing.

Before leaving, he took advantage of Nongyu's inattention and kissed Madam Hu.

Madam Hu watched Cao Ze and Nongyu leave with teary eyes, then returned to the West Garden somewhat impatiently. She dismissed the servants and stayed alone in her room, counting down the time, both excited and expectant, waiting for Cao Ze to sneak in.

Madam Hu was right about one thing: Zilan Pavilion was not far from the mansion.

Cao Ze and Nongyu chatted idly for less than a quarter of an hour before arriving at Zilan Pavilion.

"Go inside and find your sister Zi Nu, I have other things to do."

Nongyu was a little reluctant to part and couldn't help but ask, "Is it that important?"

Cao Ze easily saw the hope in Nongyu's eyes, but he had already given Madam Hu a secret look. He couldn't let his sister-in-law be left alone in her room.

"Yes, although Tianze has been captured, there are still two remnants outside. I have a lead on them, go and confirm it."

"It's about catching a thief..." Nongyu entered the building with a little hesitation.

Cao Ze turned around, humming a little tune as he walked away with light steps.

He easily scaled the wall and entered the courtyard, arriving at Madam Hu's room in the West Garden. Looking at the half-open door, he whistled softly and revealed a smug smile.

His sister-in-law remained as caring as ever towards him, Aman.

Cao Ze slowly pushed the door open and entered.

There were no lights inside, but the sunlight outside was plentiful, so the lighting inside was just right.

There was no one at the desk, so he turned his head to look at the bed.

A charming and beautiful woman with her pink neck lowered, unlike before, had already dressed up and made herself up again.

With delicate eyebrows and red lips, she was stunningly beautiful.

Her jet-black hair was loosely tied up, clearly she hadn't had time for elaborate dressing, it was just held up with an ordinary jade hairpin, but her eyebrows and eyes were exquisite, just by looking at her face one could tell she was an absolute beauty.

She was not wearing a dignified green silk dress at this moment, but rather a thin gauze draped over her shoulders, through which a bright red bodice could be vaguely seen, and her smooth, jade-like arms and thighs were faintly visible through the thin gauze.

Cao Ze's heart fluttered, and in an instant he was beside Madam Hu.

He held Madam Hu's soft, plump waist with one hand and played with her delicate hands with the other.

He chuckled and said, "Your wife's attire today is truly unique."

Madam Hu twisted her body slightly and said reproachfully, "Didn't you say you liked me dressed like this? I'm dressed like this for you today."

After scolding him, she smiled and gently punched Cao Ze.

Am I pretty?

Cao Ze naturally replied, "Of course she's beautiful. Your wife is both dignified and charming."

Madam Hu chuckled, her beautiful eyes sparkling with spring-like joy, and said with a smile, "Is she prettier than my daughter?"

This is a life-or-death question... Cao Ze gently stroked Madam Hu's jade-like body under the thin veil and chuckled, "How can Nongyu compare to her mother? Our daughter still needs to grow up a few more years."

Madam Hu snorted, "You're not allowed to lay a finger on my daughter. She's my only daughter."

Cao Ze sighed, "To be honest, I met Nongyu two years ago, and we developed feelings for each other back then. Now it's not a matter of whether I want to or not, but whether Nongyu is willing or not."

Mrs. Hu was stunned, and murmured, "So early..."

She had overheard Nongyu talking about Cao Ze, but she never imagined that Nongyu and Cao Ze had known each other for a long time.

She nestled in Cao Ze's arms, feeling reluctant and hesitant, and whispered, "Don't let her find out, let's just leave it at that."

Cao Ze embraced Madam Hu.

Although Madam Hu was past her prime, she was still quite charming. Her skin was soft and fair, and her fragrance was irresistible.

Cao Ze didn't say anything witty. He gently inhaled the warm fragrance emanating from Madam Hu and said, "Keeping it a secret isn't a long-term solution. Why don't we find a good opportunity for me to take you as a concubine and adopt Nongyu as my daughter? What do you think, Madam Hu?"

"This..." Madam Hu was extremely conflicted, both tempted and troubled.

She naturally wanted to be with her lover openly and honestly, but now that her daughter had developed feelings for him, she, as her mother, had to step in and shatter her daughter's beautiful dreams. In her eyes, she was truly wicked.

"We'll talk about it then..."

Madam Hu closed her beautiful eyes, not wanting to think about this embarrassing matter.

She planned to consult her younger sister privately, as her sister was more knowledgeable and experienced than she was.

Cao Ze ruffled Madam Hu's hair and gently stroked her ivory-white, smooth skin. "That's fine too. In any case, everything will be alright."

Madam Hu hummed in agreement and opened her beautiful, watery eyes.

Her face was as beautiful as a lotus flower, and her dignified demeanor carried an alluring charm. Every smile and frown had a fatal attraction for Cao Ze.

Faced with such a dignified, beautiful, charming, considerate, and gentle woman, who wouldn't be moved? It's truly a delightful and refreshing experience.

Madam Hu breathed softly into Cao Ze's ear, whispering, "Sir, you are the only one in my heart and soul right now. I dream of making love with you..."

Cao Ze untied the ribbon binding Madam Hu's thin gauze, and listened to Madam Hu's soft words of pleasure, his heart swaying.

His beautiful and dignified sister-in-law was so infatuated with him that he could not let her down.

Madam Hu lowered her head, a smile playing on her lips, her beautiful eyes sparkling as she gazed affectionately at her young lover. Every glance and gesture exuded charm and radiance.

In April, the peach blossoms of the mountain temple begin to bloom.

Flowers bloom in every cup, music plays in every tune, and tender feelings prevail in this era.

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Chapter 339 Morning Activities

As night faded, a faint ray of light appeared on the horizon.

The dawn broke through the darkness, illuminating the green reeds and emerald waters along the riverbank outside Xinzheng City, and the rooms in Madam Hu's West Garden.

Cao Ze opened his eyes and tilted his head slightly.

Mrs. Hu was nestled against him, her lips slightly parted, breathing evenly as she slept soundly.

The bright light shone on Madam Hu's pretty face, making her already beautiful features even more stunning. It made her rounded jawline appear even whiter and more delicate, and her bright red lips looked as if they were coated with lip rouge.

Cao Ze gently brushed the stray strands of hair from Madam Hu's face, savoring the soft, fleshy feel of her body from the previous night, and let out a sigh of relief.

He slowly lifted Madam Hu's jade-like arm, which was resting on his chest, and tiptoed off the bed.

Mrs. Hu's long eyelashes trembled slightly. Without opening her eyes, she mumbled, "Wouldn't it be better to sleep a little longer together..."

Cao Ze pinched Madam Hu's delicate and plump face and chuckled, "Go to sleep, I'll come again when I have time."

Madam Hu hugged Cao Ze's waist and back, still without opening her eyes, but instinctively kissed Cao Ze on the lips.

"I'll wait for you. Don't let Nongyu see me."

Cao Ze hummed in agreement, glanced at the slightly messy bed, and chuckled, "Did you enjoy yourself last night, Madam?"

Madam Hu barely opened her eyes; her once bright and beautiful eyes were now red and swollen, with clearly visible blood vessels.

She said with a light, reproachful tone, "Are you trying to kill me? I'm so sleepy."

Cao Ze chuckled.

My sister-in-law ate with her eyes open last night, and by chance, he blinded her.

Madam Hu closed her eyes again and said helplessly to Cao Ze, "You should leave now, the servants will be here soon."

Cao Ze couldn't resist teasing the gentle and charming Madam Hu, almost making her swoon.

After finishing his morning exercise, Cao Ze leisurely left Xiyuan.

The streets of Xinzheng were already bustling with people, and the sun was clearly visible.

Sunlight streamed onto the eaves and tiled roof of the Han King's Palace.

The high-pitched, shrill voice of the eunuch seemed to echo throughout the palace: "Li Si, the envoy of Qin, is here to pay his respects!"

Li Si, dressed in a simple robe, held the six-foot-long staff of the envoy, tapping it with each step.

The sound of the scepter striking the ground was deep, heavy, and powerful.

Li Si, with his imposing presence and unparalleled confidence, ascended the royal palace step by step.

The civil and military officials, led by Ji Wuye and Zhang Kaidi, lined up on both sides.

Hearing the sound of the scepter striking the ground, they all turned their heads to look.

Han Fei sat on the spacious royal chair, watching his junior brother approach him, and sighed softly.

Junior brother, don't blame your senior for scheming against you. Your senior is in a difficult position too.

Li Si paused before the steps of the throne, raising his head to look at Han Fei behind the imperial crown.

Senior brother, although I don't know what your purpose is, I am unwilling to fail easily.

Upon realizing this, Li Si preemptively said, "The other day, I crossed the bridge and went through the West Gate to Xinzheng. It was bustling with activity, and it seemed that no one remembered that the former Qin envoy had been assassinated in Xinzheng."

Han Fei remained silent and looked at Zhang Kaidi.

Zhang Kai stepped forward and said slowly, "The State of Han has always treated Qin with courtesy, and such an unexpected event is by no means what the State of Han desires."

As Li Si turned to face Zhang Kaidi, he struck the palace floor heavily with his envoy's staff.