Chapter 615 - Six Hundred and Twenty-One

“Zhai Li, go back immediately and keep an eye on Madam. Stay alert, and if there’s something amiss with her, stop it right away. I’ll return as soon as I’m done here,” Han Yu said anxiously. Today’s matters were of great importance and required his personal presence, yet he couldn’t help but worry about his wife. He had no choice but to send Zhai Li to watch over her first. With Zhai Li there, at least there wouldn’t be any accidents. As for the rest, he believed that after explaining things clearly to his wife upon his return, she would understand. He had always kept his wife’s words in mind, even when acting; he maintained his bottom line to the very end.

Zhai Li had been with Han Yu for so long that he naturally knew what kind of person the Madam was. She was fine in every aspect, except that she was excessively jealous and couldn’t stand other women around her husband.

However, at this moment, their impression of Su Wenyue had improved, and they didn’t see anything wrong with it. To be fair, if he were in the position to marry a good woman like the Madam, he too would be willing to remain by her side his entire life. Having too many women would only bring trouble and gossip, and some beauties were simply too difficult to handle. Just take the Master’s current situation for example.

Though there were compelling reasons to tolerate that woman, even so, the Master was already finding it difficult to bear it. Normally a person who concealed his emotions well, showing neither joy nor disgust, they could still sense an intense aversion from the Master, indicating just how much he disliked that woman.

“Master, rest assured, I will make sure Madam is safe and prevent anything from happening to her,” Zhai Li solemnly promised, understanding that this task was more important than anything else. The Master gave Madam the utmost priority, and only when she was safe could he focus on his tasks with peace of mind.@@novelbin@@

“If Madam has no unusual behaviors, then just quietly stand guard. Do not disturb her, and wait for my return,” Han Yu added after a moment’s thought, feeling that his instructions were still not adequate; without his direct orders, he simply couldn’t be at ease.

Seeing Han Yu this way, Zhai Li sighed inwardly. Indeed, nobody was perfect. The General’s greatest flaw and weakness in this life was the Madam. Seeing the General unable to peace, “Master, why don’t I go back first and explain everything to Madam? Once she knows the truth, she should understand.”

Zhai Li didn’t initially dislike Chen Li so much, even if she was flouncing about in front of Liu Xiu, and in fact, because Chen Li and Zhou Yao were at odds, he was somewhat more favorable towards her. But now, he genuinely felt that this woman was just too troublesome. Despite being so busy, she still managed to run to the Madam and complain, resulting in the current situation. He really didn’t know what to say.

“No need, I will explain the situation to Madam myself; you just make sure to keep a good watch over her,” Han Yu dismissed Zhai Li’s suggestion without a second thought. This was a matter between him and his wife, and he wanted to explain it to her himself, not through anyone else.

“As for how exactly to handle things, I won’t teach you that. You’ve been with me long enough to know Madam’s character. Just adapt to the situation as necessary, but above all, ensure Madam’s safety and prevent her from doing anything dangerous.”

With that, Han Yu waved his hand, dismissing Zhai Li. Unless he was there in person, he couldn’t fully relax about her safety, and continuing like this would only delay matters. It was better for Zhai Li to return immediately.

As soon as Zhai Li arrived back at Han Mansion, he immediately inquired about Su Wenyue’s movements from the mansion’s secret guards. Learning that Madam had been alone in her room the whole time, without anyone attending to her or allowing anyone to enter, his heart skipped a beat. Madam’s reaction was clearly not normal. He didn’t know what that madwoman Chen Li had said to his wife, but he hoped it wasn’t too terrible.

Zhai Li prayed in his heart yet didn’t halt his pace, hurrying to the backyard and arriving at the door of Madam’s room. Seeing Aunt Li and Shu Xiang with worried faces standing outside, he felt even more uneasy.

Aunt Li and Shu Xiang should have known better than to let Madam stay in her room alone at such a time. What if something happened? Madam had such a fiery temperament and was so possessive over the General, who knew what she might do? It would be less of a concern if she was just helping out and ended up hitting someone, but he feared that Madam might harm herself.

“General Zhai, have you come back? Is it the General who sent you? Did he say anything? Did he ask you to explain anything to Madam?” Aunt Li was also very anxious. Seeing Zhai Li appear, a glimmer of hope shone on her face as she eagerly asked, clearly seeing Zhai Li as a lifesaver, sure that he had been sent back on the Master’s orders.

Zhai Li shook his head: “No, the Master simply ordered me to return and ensure that nothing happens to Madam. As for the true nature of the situation, the Master will explain it to Madam personally.”

“Aunt Li, you’re one of the elders, how can you let Madam stay alone in her room at a time like this? Don’t you know what kind of person she is? What if she has a misguided thought and hurts herself?” Zhai Li added disapprovingly.

Zhai Li usually held Aunt Li in high regard, given her age and the trust Su Wenyue placed in her, which was why he showed her respect. But no matter past or present, his status remained above Aunt Li’s. Which is why he spoke with such a questioning tone, his anxiety and dissatisfaction coming through unintentionally.

“What General Zhai said is true. I certainly understand Madam’s temperament. But you must also know that once Madam decides on something, we, as her servants, cannot go against her will, especially at this time. If I show even the slightest defiance, I fear it would only add to Madam’s troubles and make things worse. So I must yield to Madam’s wishes. However, rest assured, General Zhai, I have been listening attentively for any unusual signs inside, ready to rush in the moment anything seems off,” Aunt Li explained without any sign of anger. She was not offended by Zhai Li’s concern for Madam, as their respective positions and the rules were deeply ingrained in her.

Zhai Li, hearing Aunt Li’s response, realized he had been too quick to blame her. Madam’s temperament was indeed as such. Yet standing idly by also didn’t seem right. He couldn’t relax without seeing Madam safe and sound.

“My apologies for being impulsive. However, Madam has been in her room for so long now; it’s truly worrying,” Zhai Li expressed his concern, hoping Aunt Li could think of a solution. But then he thought, if Aunt Li had a solution, she would have acted already, not just waiting around. While it was one thing for Aunt Li to wait, he was specifically sent back by the Master and couldn’t afford to do the same. As he worried about what to do next, he saw Brother Xing approaching and his eyes lit up, his expression mirroring Aunt Li’s when she saw him, clearly treating Brother Xing as a savior.

Brother Xing brought his younger brother and sister-in-law home, and though he worried, his mother had not allowed him to stay. So, he had no choice but to ask others to stay alert for any commotion coming from the main house.