Nine out of ten gamblers lose; I've run into a jerk!

Chapter 69 How can one tell if I am male or female?

"What is love in this world that makes people willing to die for it?"

Seeing that Shen Qing, at such a young age, already seemed like a seasoned lover, Shen Yun was somewhat surprised and said, "Sanlang certainly has profound insights~"

"A man who isn't a bit of a playboy in his youth is wasting his life," Shen Qing chuckled, then looked at the drunken Nie Feng and said, "The General is really drunk. He probably won't remember what he said when he sobers up tomorrow. If that's the case, Jun Yue, you shouldn't bring it up again, lest you reopen old wounds."

Seeing that Shen Yun nodded in agreement, he added with concern, "And don't tell outsiders about this. It would damage the reputation of the deceased and anger the Ning and Nie families."

Shen Yun rolled his eyes at Shen Qing with displeasure. "Am I such a gossipy person?"

Haha~ So he heard all those scandalous stories about Yudu from ghosts?

Seeing Shen Qing remain silent, Shen Yun perhaps finally gained a clearer understanding of himself, and said awkwardly, "That's because I didn't treat my uncle as an outsider."

"..." You should at least be a little more polite.

The Nie family's carriage was still waiting outside, and they instructed people to lift the unconscious Nie Feng into the carriage.

"Jun Yue, you should go back first. I still have some things to take care of. Oh, and don't tell my brother that we came to the Jiaofangsi (a government-run entertainment venue). Just say... a teahouse!"

Shen Yun nodded knowingly. He had also witnessed Shen Che's strict family discipline and often thought Shen Che was old-fashioned and pedantic.

After they parted ways, Shen Qing looked up at the sky. It was a dark and windy night, the perfect time for a secret rendezvous with his beloved.

Since the atmosphere had reached this point, let's get started. Shen Qing scurried up to the roof. Who would take the usual route at night?

Shen Qing glided across the staggered rooftops, now able to move as lightly as a swallow even without the Legendary Beauty Experience Card.

In order to make it easier to escape, I had already familiarized myself with the terrain of Yudu. As long as I jump over the restaurant in front, I will be able to see the Jade Residence.

Shen Qing pushed off with his feet and flew over the rooftop. In mid-air, he suddenly discovered the next foothold, which was on the other side of the roof, where someone was already sitting.

Fortunately, he was highly skilled and adjusted his posture in mid-air, narrowly avoiding the person upon landing, thus preventing a traffic accident.

Shen Qing almost slipped on the roof tiles, staggering but managing to regain her balance. She breathed a sigh of relief and turned to unleash her national treasure on the culprit.

However, when she met those deep eyes, Shen Qing was speechless. Yudu is really small; she could bump into Ning Cuo twice in one day.

The situation was a bit awkward. Should they pretend nothing had happened and keep running? But if Ning Cuo still remembered him from their brief encounter on the pleasure boat last time, that wouldn't be so pleasant.

"Young Master Shen has truly refined tastes."

He really remembered it.

Shen Qing chuckled awkwardly, "My lord, would you believe me if I said I was practicing martial arts?"

"letter."

Huh? You're surprisingly easy to talk to.

Shen Qing breathed a sigh of relief and casually asked, "What is Your Excellency doing?"

"The Imperial Guards patrol at night."

"..."

Does that mean he used martial arts to break the law?

Seeing that Ning Cuo didn't seem to intend to argue with him, he cupped his hands in greeting and slipped away.

To mislead Ning Cuo, Shen Qing deliberately took a longer route. Wasn't Ning Cuo supposed to be at the courtesan's courtyard? He's out so quickly? Tsk, this kid's no good.

They circled the eastern city all the way to the Yu family's courtyard without any further incidents. They were just surprised to see Yu Jue still in the courtyard so late, dressed neatly and not looking like he had gotten up in the middle of the night.

"Cousin, are you still awake so late?"

"I'm waiting for you."

Seeing Shen Qing's somewhat surprised expression, Yu Jue explained, "When you came the day before yesterday, you must have something to say to me. But some trouble happened afterward, so it would be a bit conspicuous for you to come again. Sanlang has always been unconventional in his actions, so I assumed you would come to visit at night, which is why I have been waiting."

"What a clever girl," Shen Qing exclaimed, somewhat embarrassed. "I heard that something had happened at the Duke of Yu's mansion, but I dared not make any further contact with them because of my status as a member of the delegation. I am truly ashamed."

"Sanlang, don't be too hard on yourself. A wise man doesn't stand under a dangerous wall. At that time, the situation was unclear, and even my own uncle chose to protect himself. How much more so should Shen Shaoqing, whose identity is sensitive and who bears the heavy responsibility of Xuan Kingdom, be involved."

Seeing how understanding Yu Jue was, Shen Qing admired his wisdom and character even more. He took out the gold and silver he had prepared and said, "I didn't mean anything by it. I just thought you might need some money for emergencies."

Yu Jue shook her head and declined, "Thank you for your kindness, Sanlang. Actually, I had already made arrangements in this regard, but I can't reveal it to others, which is why I live a rather frugal life."

Indeed, even a starved camel is bigger than a horse. I felt that Yu Jue was far too prescient, and I couldn't help but call on the system in my heart.

"Tongzi, do you think Yujue might also be a reincarnation?"

【You're such a strange human. Can't you just acknowledge the innate intelligence of your own kind? ←_←】

These words were like a wake-up call. Shen Qing felt ashamed; he had been too arrogant and had underestimated the heroes of the world.

"What are your plans for the future, cousin? If you can't stay in Yu Kingdom, perhaps you could consider coming to Xuan Kingdom with us to start over."

Yu Jue thought about it carefully for a moment and said, "There is something I hope Sanlang can help me with."

Upon hearing Yu Jue say this, Shen Qing subconsciously replied, "Please speak freely."

Yu Jue hesitated for a moment, but now she had no one to turn to for help. Finally, she made up her mind and said, "My brother has been missing ever since he went to the Southern Frontier to investigate. Now he can't even enter Yudu."

Shen Qing then remembered that there was also Yu Ze. All the male members of the Yu family over the age of ten had been exiled. He had thought that Yu Ze was among them, but according to Yu Jue's words, Yu Ze had left Yudu long before the incident, so he could not come back now. If he did, he would be arrested.

“It’s not just because of the fear of being arrested,” Yu Jue explained, seeing Shen Qing’s suspicion. “If someone is really interfering with the affairs of the Southern Frontier, then my brother’s journey back to the city will definitely be intercepted, and he won’t be able to get in at all.”

"Does my cousin want me to go out of town to meet her?"

“I made a promise with my brother that if this happened, we would meet at a secret place we discovered when we were playing as children. Only my brother and I know about that place, and I wanted Saburo to take me there.”

“This matter is dangerous, so it is understandable that you refuse. I will not blame you.”

Shen Qing did not immediately agree. He analyzed the situation in his mind. This matter involved internal strife in Yu, and it was indeed not appropriate for him to get directly involved.

But if it's just about accompanying Yu Jue and ensuring her safety when she meets Yu Ze, then perhaps a different pretext could be used.

"A beautiful and graceful lady is the object of a gentleman's affections. How about I invite my cousin to go boating on the lake outside the city?"

Yu Jue understood Shen Qing's meaning and shook her head, "Then your chivalrous act the other day was in vain."

Oh right, that would ruin the persona.

“If Sanlang is only afraid of being seen, I do have a way, but it will be hard for Sanlang to do it.”

"what?"

"Sanlang is young, and his height is about the same as the little maid beside me... How about... he dresses up as a woman?"

"..."

【Hahahaha (/≧▽≦)/~┴┴】