Chapter 18: Old Tales of Lengshan County
The third day of the third month.
Within the Changle Residence, beneath the skies of Lengshan County
“How has your wife been lately?” the Marquis of Changle asked suddenly.
Fang Xun was visibly taken aback. Cold sweat broke out across his back as he hurriedly nodded. “Thank you for Your Lordship’s concern. I have already invited a renowned physician to tend to her. She is currently resting in bed and recuperating.”
The Marquis of Changle spoke calmly, “I have heard that the two of you knew each other since your humblest days and endured hardships together. Especially now that she is with child… you must not fail her.”
“In my life, I detest most those cold-hearted men who abandon their partners after taking advantage of them.”
The smile on Fang Xun’s face looked even more strained than a grimace. Forcing himself to appear righteous, he declared, “Your Lordship worries too much! As an official of the Great Qian court, I am meant to serve as an example to the people. How could I ever commit such heartless and despicable acts that would earn the scorn of all?”
“Good.” The Marquis cast him a meaningful glance.
Only then did she turn to the matter at hand.