I am born a beauty, and I am supreme

Chapter 49

Something seems off.

Chu Zhen stopped moving, only her gaze remained alive, shifting away, then back, landing on the neck where he had just unbuttoned her clothes.

There……

So smooth.

His heart suddenly and noticeably stopped beating, in that instant, so fast it was almost negligible, yet he could feel it nonetheless.

He swallowed hard, his throat constricted.

The person lying on the bed slightly opened their eyelids, their dark eyes looking at his face.

He then realized that his hand was still resting on the corner of her lips, lingering there unconsciously, as if to caress or wipe them, but he did nothing at all.

Suddenly, Chu Zhen felt an urge to unbutton her coat and find out what was going on.

Since we already sense something is wrong, and since there are already some clues, why back down at this crucial moment?

His personality shouldn't be like this.

Yes……

A sudden surge of hatred welled up in my heart.

He shouldn't have been so indecisive in the first place. The hatred he felt at this moment had nothing to do with romantic love; it was just a questioning of his own character and a mourning for past love. If he had been more decisive and courageous in the past, he would never have given that person the chance to make a move and create a regret that he could never make up for in his life.

The person on the bed seemed obedient and harmless, and there was a gentleness in his eyes when he looked at him. Was it because of his injury? So he was not as domineering as usual, and he did not have the shameless cunning and slyness of someone who forced his way into his sedan chair.

"Leyan..." Chu Zhen finally decided to speak.

He looked at the person and asked uncertainly, "Are you a girl?"

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Tang Leyan looked at the hesitant man in front of her.

What was that expression on his face like?

It was like hatred, yet also like a determination to do something. Her hand was at her lips, and she held back for a long time before she managed not to turn her head and bite it.

This was also out of consideration for her already exhausted physical condition.

On the other hand, it was also to avoid scaring the person.

Given the Grand Secretary's uprightness, his gentlemanly demeanor, and her subtle observations of his aversion to women from various rumors, such an action would likely be considered shocking and frightening to him.

Haha, when has she ever worried about a complete stranger with whom she has no relationship?

That's really strange.

Could it be that she is attracted to the warmth he exudes?

Yes, why do I feel safe, warm, and reliable when I'm with him?

He was clearly a complete novice in martial arts.

However... when she saw him bend down to take the dagger and hold her in his arms... she felt inexplicably excited.

She has always been the one who commands the wind and rain, all-powerful, standing at the forefront in battle, able to control the sky with her own hand.

"Don't be afraid..." — Even her father rarely said that sentence after she turned ten.

Yes, she nodded emphatically. This was probably the only time in Tang Leyan's entire life... that she had ever done so...

For the first time, someone tried to protect her.

Even if it doesn't succeed.

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"You...are you a girl?" he asked.

She wasn't afraid of what the man might do to her; in fact, she mischievously thought to herself: wouldn't it be even more interesting if he did something to her?

A hint of surprise appeared on her usually calm and composed face, as smooth as jade and as cold as ice, an expression that made her secretly chuckle.

—Sigh, when did she become so wicked?

Tang Leyan thought to herself: Could it be because she has been spending too much time with that devil Chu Gexing? As the saying goes, one is influenced by one's company.

Ha ha.

She deliberately didn't answer.

I hope he will do it himself.

And his hand reached out, reaching towards her chest. A man's hand... could it be so beautiful? This was the first time she had noticed the military commander's hand... such slender, jade-like fingers with hardly any wrinkles reached out, about to fall, then trembling as they approached, then curled up adorably, every little detail carrying an indescribable sensuality.

She even passionately proclaimed: Come on, bravely step on it, I will take responsibility for you.

Extremely bad.

If Chu Zhen knew what she was thinking at that moment, he would probably kick her off the bed without saying a word.

Hmm... I'm afraid I'll have to step on it a few more times.

Chapter Sixty-Four: It Seems Like an Old Friend Has Arrived

"Come on, come on, be brave and come at me, I'll take responsibility for you."

Tang Leyan screamed inwardly.

If the military intelligence officer knew what she was thinking at that moment, he probably would have thrown her off the bed without saying a word.

Unfortunately, he didn't know that, despite being more than ten years older than her, he was less adept at handling romantic relationships than a fifteen or sixteen-year-old boy.

Emotional intelligence seems to have been sealed away.

Moreover, there are always people who can't stand by and watch someone's "good thing" come to fruition.

Just as Chu Zhen's fingers were about to touch it, footsteps sounded at the door.

Chu Zhen was taken aback. Someone over there announced in a deep voice, "Reporting to the lord, the Nine Gates Admiral heard that you were attacked and has come to visit you."

The cry of "Attacked!" jolted Chu Zhen awake; yes, he was injured too.

Then I realized what he was about to do.

The thought that the person in bed might be a girl made Chu Zhen stiffen instantly, and she sat up straight from the edge of the bed.

At that moment, a blue demonic figure flickered at the doorway, and a familiar voice slowly rang out: "I was shocked to hear that you, sir, have been attacked. It was due to my inadequate supervision that I have come to visit you and apologize."

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He is truly omnipresent, both in heaven and on earth.

Tang Leyan looked at Chu Gexing with admiration as he entered. Was he a hunting dog? He ran really fast.

Chu Gexing lowered his head slightly, a way of showing respect. The man in front of him was his uncle and also his superior, so it was only right and proper for him to do so.

In fact, he liked it that way too.

This seemingly weak demeanor is an impression he unconsciously projects to others—harmless, and evoking a desire to protect them.

In reality, no one could have predicted how formidable this person was.

"It's nothing." The military commander's voice was gentle. "Ge Xing, why did you have to come all this way to see me?"

"Uncle Zhen, you're injured." He answered calmly, his head bowed, his tone carrying a hint of guilt and melancholy, a perfect balance.

"It's just a minor injury, nothing serious. The imperial physician will be here soon."

"It's because the song company failed in its duties," he apologized with shame.

Tang Leyan stared at the man, thinking maliciously: Why don't you just die? What's the point of saying all this now?

It's a pity I can't say it.

Chu Zhen glanced at her, then turned and said, "It's fortunate that Guard Yue was here this time, otherwise it would have been terrible. Ge Xing, you don't need to blame yourself, but this matter needs to be investigated quickly to find out who did it. We must find out the truth. You know, if they can attack me, they might attack other officials in the court, understand?"

What he spoke of so casually was the biggest crisis facing Shundu at present.

Chu Gexing remained calm: "I had already made arrangements before coming here."

Chu Zhen nodded: "You always handle things meticulously, which puts my mind at ease."

"Hmm..." Chu Gexing was neither alarmed nor arrogant. He gave a light reply, then looked up slightly at the person pretending to be dead next to Chu Zhen.

Chu Zhen followed his gaze and looked over as well.

Tang Leyan quickly closed her eyes.

Chu Gexing said, "It seems that Guard Yue is injured..."

If we're talking about feigning ignorance, then if the Commander of the Nine Gates claims to be second, then no one dares to claim to be first. Don't they even consider who the real culprit is?

Chu Zhen nodded: "Yes, to protect me..."

He felt extremely guilty.

Tang Leyan moved her lips, but ultimately remained silent.

She originally wanted to protest: not to protect you, but... because of the person in front of you... if it weren't for him... hmph.

Chu Gexing looked at her and suddenly spoke sincerely, "Uncle Zhen, how about I examine Guard Yue?"

"This..." Chu Zhen was stunned.

I could have easily agreed, but... this situation is rather strange. First, the person lying in bed, or rather, a girl, being touched by a man... well, that's not quite appropriate. Second, my nephew is usually meticulous and thoughtful, handling things flawlessly. He never interferes in matters that don't concern him. Why is he acting so unusually this time?

As he hesitated, his gaze shifted and he saw Tang Leyan's slightly closed eyes, her small face seemingly carrying a strange sense of restraint.

He had clearly asked her directly just now, but she hadn't answered...

Chu Zhen had made up his mind. He turned his head and smiled, "Since you've spoken up like this, Ge Xing, you must have some confidence... Well, let's have you examine Guard Yue."

Chu Gexing calmly replied, "Yes."

They stepped forward.

He stepped to the bedside, reached out, and touched Tang Leyan's body.

But in that split second, the person on the bed reached out and deftly blocked his falling hand.

Chu Gexing smiled, and with a wave of his left hand, pushed Tang Leyan's hand away.

She blocked it again with her backhand.