Adopted Husband.

Summary

In the Su residence courtyard, after the New Year festivities, Ning Yi, despite being injured from a scuffle, attracted concern from Chan Er. News of his injury spread quickly, stemming from an incident at Zhu Ji where patrons thwarted an assassination attempt on a court official. Ning Yi managed the situation by compensating those involved, turning the event into a heroic tale to stir patriotic feelings. Speculation arose about the attackers being minor nobles from the Liao Kingdom, possibly acting on their own amidst rising tensions. Ning Yi remained cautious, hoping for a peaceful resolution. His relationship with Su Tan’er deepened, as they discussed the possibility of taking Xiao Chan as a concubine. The night passed quietly, and the next morning, Ning Yi, feeling better, jogged towards Yun Zhu’s residence, concerned for her well-being after the previous day's events.

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