Oh no! My grandmother made me shoulder the responsibility for eight households!

Chapter 178 A Day of Desperation

When Lin Chen arrived at Chu Yueyao's courtyard, he saw her sitting on the veranda, resting her chin on her hand and staring blankly at the herb garden in the courtyard.

She usually takes meticulous care of the food every day, but now she's just sitting there in a daze.

He clearly has something on his mind, and it's something significant.

"Yao'er!"

Lin Chen paused for a moment, then walked over with a smile.

Chu Yueyao snapped out of her daze, saw it was Lin Chen, and her eyes immediately lit up. She said softly:

"Husband, why are you up so early? Aren't you spending time with your little sister?"

"Something came up at the manor, so I got up a little early. Little Xiao is probably still sleeping."

Lin Chen sat down next to Chu Yueyao, his arm naturally draped over her waist.

"I came to see you as soon as I finished my business. Why aren't you tending to the herbs today?"

"I'm not in the mood..." Chu Yueyao turned her face away, but her eyes were a little red.

Lin Chen sighed and pulled Chu Yueyao into his arms:

"Yao'er, the matter of having a child should be left to nature. I'm back now, there's plenty of time, why are you in such a hurry?"

Chu Yueyao leaned against Lin Chen's chest and said in a muffled voice:

"I don't want to, but I can't help thinking about it. There's nothing wrong with my body, so why isn't anything happening?"

"Let nature take its course!" Lin Chen kissed Chu Yueyao's forehead and chuckled softly.

"Besides, aren't I here to work overtime and put in extra effort?"

Chu Yueyao blushed, lightly punched Lin Chen, and scolded him playfully, "You're so frivolous!"

"Can being serious fill your stomach?" Lin Chen chuckled as he picked up Chu Yueyao.

"Come on, let's go inside and get production going."

"Hey! Put me down!" Chu Yueyao refused verbally, but her hands obediently wrapped around Lin Chen's neck.

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When Lin Chen came out again, the sun was already high in the sky.

He stretched, feeling refreshed, but his kidneys ached slightly, and he felt completely drained.

However, thinking that Chu Yueyao was already fast asleep, with a satisfied smile on her lips, she thought to herself.

Lin Chen felt it was worth it!

"Sigh!" Lin Chen sighed and rubbed his lower back.

"Looks like we need to get some more medicine from Hua Tuo (a legendary Chinese physician); who can withstand this kind of intensity?"

As soon as I stepped out of the courtyard, I ran into a little maid carrying some snacks.

"Your Highness," the maidservant bowed.

"Hmm." Lin Chen glanced at the pastries in her hand.

"Take it in quietly, the Second Madam is asleep."

"Yes."

After walking a few steps, Lin Chen suddenly remembered something and turned back to say:

"Oh, by the way, have the kitchen make some nourishing soup and send it to me later."

"Yes, Your Highness." The maid nodded gently, her ears turning slightly red.

Lin Chen walked slowly towards his own courtyard with his hands behind his back.

Halfway to the lotus pond, they bumped into Murong Xue.

"Xue'er," Lin Chen greeted her with a smile.

Murong Xue looked at Lin Chen with a half-smile: "Just came from Second Sister's?"

"Yes! Go and check on them." Lin Chen said without batting an eye.

"Concerned until this hour?" Murong Xue glanced at the sky, a hint of amusement in her voice.

"My husband, when will you ever show some concern for me?"

Lin Chenqian chuckled twice:

"Let's wait until tonight. It's really too late now; there's none left."

"Pah! You're so frivolous!" Murong Xue spat inwardly, then changed the subject:

"Seriously, Brother Chen, has Phoenix spoken to you yet?"

"We met this morning," Lin Chen nodded. "What happened?"

"She...didn't say anything to you, did she?" Murong Xue hesitated for a moment before asking.

"She actually came here to ask for a favor, but I noticed she hasn't said anything yet, and I'm afraid it would put her in a difficult position."

Lin Chen smiled and said, "She said she wants to use my influence and power to go to Zhongzhou to acknowledge her ancestors and restore the glory of her family."

Murong Xue was taken aback: "You agreed?"

"We'll see how they perform." Lin Chen shrugged.

"Xue'er, you know me. If she wants to show sincerity, I'll naturally help. If she can't... then forget it."

Murong Xue rolled her eyes and sighed softly:

"It's good that you know what's going on. Phoenix is ​​my good friend. I'll help her if I can, but don't let her scheme against you."

"You plotted against me?" Lin Chen chuckled lightly.

"When have you ever seen me being schemed against by a woman?"

Murong Xue thought for a moment, then smiled as well:

"That's true, no one dares to scheme against you these days."

The two stood by the pool and chatted for a few more minutes.

Before leaving, Murong Xue suddenly leaned closer and gave Lin Chen a flirtatious wink:

"My lord, remember to come to my courtyard tonight, you promised."

"Don't worry, my wife," Lin Chen said with a smile, "I will do my utmost, even unto death."

Murong Xue smiled with satisfaction and swayed away.

Lin Chen watched her retreating figure, shook his head, rubbed his aching back, and continued walking back.

Back in his courtyard, he lay down on the couch and began to ponder, staring at the roof beams.

Blue Phoenix... Nanzhao Temple...

This force is neither particularly large nor small.

If we can truly control it, it would be a valuable piece.

Most importantly, the Blue Phoenix is ​​a decent collectible.

He's deep-thinking and needs time to be cultivated.

In the Central Plains...

As Lin Chen was thinking, footsteps came from outside the door.

"Your Highness," the steward Lin Fu's voice rang out.

"Breakfast is ready. Would you like some?"

"Bring it in." Lin Chen sat up.

Lin Fu came in carrying a tray, setting out the bowls and chopsticks as he spoke:

"Your Highness, Miss Lan just went to the library, it seems she was looking for some books."

"Okay, let her look for it." Lin Chen took a sip of soup.

"Just keep an eye on her, don't bother her. Okay, you can go do your work if there's nothing else!"

After Lin Fu left, Lin Chen finished his meal in a few bites, lay down on the couch, and decided to take a nap.

Those troublesome things... we'll talk about them after I wake up.

I slept straight through until the afternoon.

Lin Chen was awakened by hunger.

He rubbed his eyes and sat up, only to see that the food was already laid out on the table, still steaming.

"Your Highness is awake?" a maidservant peeked in from outside the door. "The tonic soup is ready; shall we bring it in now?"

"Bring it in." Lin Chen yawned. "What time is it?"

It's three-quarters past Shen time.

Lin Chen got out of bed and washed up with the help of a maid.

Then I ladled out a bowl of nourishing soup and drank it all in one gulp, instantly feeling warm all over.

Yes, I have to go to Murong Xue's place tonight.

Lin Chen sighed and ladled out another bowl of nourishing soup.

"Well, I guess I'll have to work my butt off again tonight."