Chapter 297: One More
Wen Ling was snapped back to reality and immediately surprised by his own lapse in composure. He quickly averted his gaze, not daring to look again, as if the girl before him emitted a blinding light that seemed to absorb his soul upon contact.
"Brother——" the lady from the Wen Family called out again, clinging tightly to her own brother’s sleeve.
At this moment, the other ladies from prominent families also glared at Zheng Nianru, their enmity deepening further because of the dazzling appearance of the girl standing before them.
Two of the ladies from prominent families suddenly realized who the girl standing before them was and guiltily glanced around. Just now, it seemed that they had been discussing Princess Chao Ren, which had caused the plate to be thrown.
"Why are you still standing there, seize her——" the lady from the Wen Family urged anxiously. She wasn’t afraid; her brother was now with the Imperial Forest Guard, and who didn’t give face to the Wen Family.
Wen Ling and Wen Ying were distant relatives from a collateral branch of the Wen Family. Thanks to their mother, who was extremely adept at socializing, they were mingling amongst the various Wen relatives all year round and had become familiar faces, managing to secure a good future for her own son. Wen Ling was originally a person with a sinister and ruthless nature, who had relied on his means to achieve the position of Captain of the Imperial Forest Guard.
Upon seeing Zheng Nianru, Wen Ling conceived a different kind of thought, a wildly growing desire to possess her completely, like a craving for power. This unprecedented desire to possess was more rampant than for power, instantly overtaking all his thoughts. He nearly wished that in the next moment, the girl before him would live only for him.
"In that case, miss, please come with us——" said Wen Ling, without betraying any emotion. Now was not the right time, at least not until he knew more about this girl. If she was just a lady from a small aristocratic family, then things would be relatively easy to handle. If she had a significant background, then he would have to wait for the right opportunity. In any case, he couldn’t let anyone catch on at this moment.
The other guards of the Imperial Forest Guard showed a flicker of surprise upon hearing his words. Although they could intervene in this matter, strictly speaking, it was ultimately the business of the Governor of Zheng Capital. However, given that Captain Wen’s own sister was involved, and considering his deep affection for his sister, it was possible that he intended to scare the other party.