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Shangguan Residence Quiet and silent, the sounds of thunder and rain outside were particularly clear.
Shangguan Shaoyi extinguished half of his cigar, Fingertips lingering with a faint scent of tobacco, as he heard Shangguan Yiting knocking on the door.
“It’s so late, why aren’t you asleep?” Shangguan Shaoyi asked casually, his expression unchanged. Shangguan Yiting smiled gently and raised an eyebrow, “Aren’t you awake as well?”
Shangguan Shaoyi adjusted his military uniform, stood up, and turned on the light switch. The dark room instantly brightened like daylight, the dazzling light shining on him, yet it still couldn’t dispel the layer of solitude surrounding him. His gaze was fixed on the distance, emotions unreadable. “Is there something you need?”
“Nothing much, just that the weather has started to cool down recently. Mo Su isn’t feeling well and didn’t bring any warm clothes when she left. I can’t help but wonder when she’ll be back,” Shangguan Yiting sighed. “This child is so stubborn; she could have stayed but insisted on going…”
Before she could finish her sentence, Shangguan Shaoyi stood up and walked outside. Shangguan Yiting hurriedly asked, “Where are you going?”
The sound of rain pattered outside, and a cool breeze swayed the young saplings gently. Shangguan Yiting smiled slightly and fell silent.
The faint morning light illuminated Cheng Mo Su's peaceful sleeping face. She curled up under a thin blanket, murmuring softly in her dreams. He watched her quietly; the exhaustion of recent days made him momentarily dazed, his eyelids feeling heavy as lead. He sat beside her and fell into a deep sleep.
Her delicate fingers moved slightly as she opened her blurry eyes. When her gaze met his handsome face, she paused involuntarily, a wave of sweet warmth rising in her heart. Imitating how he kissed her, she placed a gentle kiss on his forehead. He suddenly woke up, leaving her flustered as if caught in the act; her face turned as red as the evening glow.
He raised an eyebrow and smiled with interest while she lowered her Eyes, the blush on her face deepening.
Suddenly recalling something, she jumped out of bed and casually tidied her dark hair. “You just arrived and haven’t eaten yet; I’ll have the guard prepare something for you.”
“No need; they stand guard for so long every day; let them rest a bit,” Shangguan Shaoyi said with a self-deprecating smile.
“That’s true,” Cheng Mo Su casually draped a light blue shawl over herself and smiled. “They treat me very well too; this room is fully equipped with everything, including a kitchen. I’ll go make you something to eat.”
“You?”
"Yes." Cheng Mo nodded, her delicate fingertips pointing at herself, "It's me."
Shangguan Shaoyi smiled slightly. He had tasted Mo Su's cooking once, and now that he thought about it, he truly missed it.
Cheng Mo was momentarily taken aback, almost melting in his smile. She hurriedly turned around and ran into the kitchen. She had never imagined that the girl who used to avoid even touching water would learn to cook. If the young ladies from those prominent families in Shanghai found out, it would probably become the biggest news of the century.
Seeing Shaoyi's smile growing wider, Cheng Mo shyly pouted and said, "Why are you looking at me like that? I've learned a few tricks from Xiao Jing recently; I can do more than just beef brisket porridge. She told me your favorite dishes, so I'll make them right away. Wait for me."
A warmth suddenly surged in Shangguan Shaoyi's heart. If possible, he only wanted to live poetically with Mo Su and wander among the mountains and rivers. But... he ruffled Cheng Mo's hair and said, "Then I'll trouble you, Mo Su. Do you need my help?"
Cheng Mo shook her head, looking determined. "You just wait here; I'll be done soon."
Shangguan Shaoyi smiled slightly as he watched Cheng Mo happily run out. Her fragrance seemed to linger in the room. He slowly sat down; although he hadn't slept much all night, he was still not overwhelmed by drowsiness. He casually picked up the Classic of Mountains and Seas that she had been reading for a long time. The book was filled with various annotations made by Cheng Mo; her handwriting was elegant and lively, a standard small script. It turned out that Mo Su was this serious; the smile on his lips became more pronounced.
A knock sounded at the door from Shen Deputy Officer.
He frowned and stepped outside to see Shen Deputy Officer's serious expression, which made his heart tense a little. He asked, "What's wrong?"
"Young Marshal, may I have a word?" Shen Mingliang lowered his voice, his gaze drifting over Shangguan Shaoyi as he searched for Cheng Mo's figure.
Shangguan Shaoyi nodded, closed the door behind him, and went outside with him. The morning in Feng Province was mixed with an inexplicable chill. He looked at Shen Mingliang and said calmly, "Let's hear the investigation results."
"Young Marshal..." The usually straightforward Shen Deputy Officer seemed somewhat hesitant this time. "This matter... I'm afraid it has something to do with Miss Cheng's family."
Shangguan Shaoyi's brows furrowed slightly. "Speak!"
"Well..." Since the Young Marshal wasn't afraid, what was there for him to fear?
Shen Mingliang stood straight and reported honestly, "This morning, my subordinates found the correspondence. They have identified the pawn's identity; he is an underling of the head of the Shanghai Ministry of Transportation. That head is a close friend of Miss Cheng's father, Cheng Yi."
"I know. I often saw Mo Su and the head of the Ministry of Transportation's daughter, Huang Wei, interacting when I was at the Cheng Family," Shangguan Shaoyi said expressionlessly.
Shen Mingliang could not fathom his thoughts and cautiously said, "Young Marshal, this matter has been clarified. Miss Cheng's father, Cheng Yi, is the one who provided arms to Lin Hongyao! What should we do now? Should we deal with Miss Cheng's father..."
He felt engulfed by darkness, with no light around him. Responsibilities or conspiracies, hatred or love flashed through his mind; every memory burned like a hot iron, causing his heart to ache.
Yet even so, he bore these burdens alone for what purpose...
From a broader perspective, he aimed for world domination, the people's peace, and national stability. From a selfish standpoint, he desired to live in a tranquil time with her, free from war, conspiracies, or schemes—creating a world that belonged solely to them.
"Allow me to think it over. You must not leak this matter to anyone, especially not to my sister. Do you understand?" he said loudly.
"But..." Shen Mingliang was unwilling to accept this. "The Grand Marshal has shown me great favor. Now that we have discovered who plotted against him, I cannot rest easy without avenging him! Young Marshal..."
"Do not say more." A cold gaze swept over him. "In a few days, I will give you a response. Until then, do not mention this matter again." He waved his hand. "You may leave."
"But... Young Marshal..." Shen Mingliang continued to protest, but Shangguan Shaoyi ignored him and boarded the military vehicle, which drove toward the indistinct horizon, raising a cloud of dust.
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