Chapter 368 - 352: Second Update
Elder Can was not blind to the change in the Young Master these past few days; the usually gloomy temperament had vanished, and the relaxed brow and eyes shone like a brightly blooming flower, delicate and striking, as if he had just walked out of the light.
"How are things going?" Yin He’s tone was much gentler. After all, Elder Can had played a significant role in reaching this point, especially since Nian Ru was growing fonder of his body. Whether he intentionally or unintentionally laid bare his chest, he always saw her very approving gaze.
"Rest assured, Young Master, although there have been some twists and turns, things need to appear natural and convincing. Please bear with it for a couple more days," Elder Can said. With Zong Yunqian’s matter resolved, the first wall standing between the Young Master and the Commandery Princess was effectively removed.
Compared to this first barrier, the next step would be much easier.
It was time to cleanse the Young Master’s identity.
Naturally, his identity as a ghoul from Ghoul Ravine could not be exposed. It couldn’t just be kept secret from Princess Chao Ren—it must not be hinted at in the slightest.
Elder Can had spent a good deal of money to bribe the house servants of the mansion. In these past few days, these servants had indeed played a significant role, allowing Prince Duan to successfully visit Zong Sheng Residence and break off the betrothal.
However, that was not the main reason Elder Can had bribed the servants.
The most crucial purpose of the servants was to gather intelligence, namely to find out what kind of husband Prince Duan really wanted for Princess Chao Ren.