Chapter 2441 - 2438: Helplessness

Chu Heng paused for a moment: "Master, I may need to bring my wife with me recently, but rest assured, my wife will not interfere with politics. She will just wait for me in the side room of the yamen."

Elder Zhong didn’t quite understand at first: "Madam Chu? Why?"

Chu Heng gave a bitter smile, feeling deeply concerned: "I was injured this time, which greatly frightened my wife. That’s why I went to great lengths to seek Master Yuanhe’s help and even caused such a big commotion for the free school, all for me. My heart is troubled, but for my wife, this is the only choice I can make. I just hope you don’t mind it, Sir."

Elder Zhong stroked his beard, looked surprised for a moment, and then laughed openly: "You rascal, showing off your affection even in front of an old man like me! But you didn’t do anything wrong. In any case, the yamen does not strictly prohibit female family members from coming and going. However, although there’s no explicit regulation, there’s still a flaw, and I fear some might intentionally make trouble for you because of this."

"Thank you for the reminder, Sir. However, my recent incident indeed let my family down. I have also sought the Emperor’s grace, at least for the month I need to rest and recover, there’s no need to worry." Chu Heng was evidently well-prepared; bringing Ye Muyu into the palace wasn’t solely for her peace of mind but also to seek grace through it.

Emperor Xuanming enjoys watching his subjects with shortcomings, yet he already has other measures to ensure Ye Muyu doesn’t get hurt. Under such circumstances, why should he make Ah Yu feel aggrieved? Naturally, she should follow her heart. As for the rumors, what do they have to do with him?

Elder Zhong couldn’t help but laugh after hearing this. Though a bit surprised, he quickly accepted it, knowing his own household is also quite clean and understanding the thoughts of young people.

Chu Heng went to the side palace to bring Ye Muyu out.

Ye Muyu held his hand, calmly walking beside him.

She didn’t interject as Chu Heng spoke with Elder Zhong, nor did she have any special reaction. She was very quiet, but her occasional glances checking Chu Heng’s condition made Elder Zhong realize that her feelings were genuine.

Upon leaving the palace.

Chu Heng asked Elder Zhong to proceed first.

He then helped Ye Muyu onto the carriage, telling her about the Emperor’s grace.

Ye Muyu listened, her eyes gleaming, and she leaned to kiss his cheek: "Wonderful."

Chu Heng held her face and returned the kiss, chuckling as he rubbed her head: "Then come with me, and don’t find it bothersome."

"Not at all." Ye Muyu looked at him steadily. Seeing Chu Heng raise his eyebrows, she frowned a bit, repeating: "I won’t find it bothersome."

"Ah Yu, how did you become so adorable?" Chu Heng hugged her, feeling even more affectionate.

Ye Muyu said nothing, just resting on his shoulder, half-closing her eyes, hugging him peacefully.

Such a pity, this segment of the journey seemed so short to Ye Muyu that she felt it was just a blink of an eye before they were off the carriage.

When Chu Heng led Ye Muyu into the Official Gazette Office, they almost got surrounded by everyone.

Chu Heng glanced around and said, "Everyone, please wait in the hall for a moment."

As he spoke, he took Ye Muyu to his usual resting room, right next to the main hall. All it took was opening a window to see the inside of the hall, while its special design prevented anyone inside the hall from seeing within.

This room was typically used for brief rests while Elder Zhong discussed matters with him.

Ye Muyu, though displeased that Chu Heng had to busy himself with other matters yet again, understood that she couldn’t prevent it, feeling the helplessness that accompanies being in one’s position.

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