Young Master Gao? Call me Little Grand Secretary!

Li Qiaoniang ultimately did not answer Qian Bao'er's question. After being repeatedly questioned, she covered her face and ran away in a flustered manner!

Gao Zhao watched her running with admiration in his eyes. He only reluctantly turned his gaze away after she had run far away. When he turned back, he was met with Qian Bao'er's angry gaze.

"It's all your fault for talking nonsense and scaring Qiaoniang away!"

Qian Bao'er stood with her hands on her slender waist, her almond-shaped eyes wide open, her pink face puffed up with anger, glaring at Gao Zhao with a look of annoyance.

She had seen Li Qiaoniang's shy, embarrassed, and hasty escape just now, and it was clear that this was all caused by Gao Zhao's glib tongue and unrestrained teasing.

Seeing her fierce yet adorable appearance, Gao Zhao couldn't help but smile and teased, "What's wrong? Is Bao'er jealous?"

"Who...who's jealous...?"

Qian Bao'er's heart skipped a beat, and her fair cheeks flushed red instantly, the blush spreading from her cheeks all the way to the tips of her delicate ears.

Her eyes darted away in a panic, avoiding Gao Zhao's ambiguous gaze. Her earlier righteous indignation instantly vanished, and she protested, "I didn't, I didn't, don't talk nonsense!"

Gao Zhao stared intently into her eyes and said with a teasing smile, "Really not? I thought Bao'er was unhappy to see me talking to Qiao Niang!"

His intense, direct gaze was fixed on her, leaving her no room to flinch.

Qian Bao'er's heart was pounding wildly, her chest was pounding so hard it felt like it was going to burst, and her forced composure completely crumbled.

She hurriedly turned her head away, her eyelashes fluttering rapidly, her small hands nervously clutching the hem of her skirt, her voice barely a whisper: "I'm not upset... Look if you want, say what you want, what does it have to do with me?"

At this point, she suddenly realized that what she said might not be quite right, and quickly added, "I just can't stand you bullying Qiaoniang. She's shy, but you always treat her so disrespectfully. It's really too much!"

"Then shall I take liberties with Bao'er?" Gao Zhao suddenly stepped forward, grabbed Qian Bao'er's slender waist, and pulled her into his arms.

"What...what are you doing? Let me go!"

Startled by being suddenly grabbed around the waist, Qian Bao'er looked around frantically, afraid of being seen, while struggling and desperately pushing away Gao Zhao's chest.

Her slender waist was firmly held in his hand, and the warm touch burned her skin through the thin fabric, making her feel numb all over.

Her already flushed face turned even redder, as red as a ripe peach blossom, and even her slender neck and delicate ear tips were completely red.

Qian Bao'er was no longer the spoiled girl she usually was. Her clear almond-shaped eyes were wide open, filled with panic, shyness and helplessness, and misty with tears in them, making her look pitiful.

Gao Zhao's heart fluttered at his adorable expression, and she couldn't help but lower her voice, saying, "Bao'er, do you still remember how you offered yourself to me before? I didn't take you then, but now I regret it. What should I do?"

"You scoundrel!" Qian Bao'er panicked, her heart pounding like a drum, her mind blank. She could only raise her hand haphazardly to his chest, but at this moment she only felt numb all over, and she had no strength left.

"Then I might as well be even more shameless!" Gao Zhao tightened his grip and pulled her directly into his arms. Facing Qian Bao'er's panicked gaze, he lowered his head and bent down.

A shadow suddenly fell, and a warm breath enveloped the girl.

Qian Bao'er's pupils suddenly contracted, and she froze completely on the spot, even her breathing stopped instantly.

She suddenly woke up and stomped hard on Gao Zhao's foot.

"Ouch!" Gao Zhao cried out in pain.

Qian Bao'er struggled violently, breaking free from his embrace. Like a startled deer, she took several steps back, her heart still heaving and her chest slightly panting.

She covered her burning face with both hands, feeling her face burning like fire, even her ears were burning painfully, her almond-shaped eyes were watery, she was both ashamed and angry.

"You little brat, you stomped way too hard!" Gao Zhao complained. "You almost broke my toe!"

"I hope you break it!" Qian Bao'er said fiercely, filled with panic and embarrassment, "Let's see if you dare to bully people again!"

"What you say makes sense!" Gao Zhao clicked his tongue, implying, "Even if it breaks, it's not a loss!"

Qian Bao'er was stunned when she heard this. Seeing his smacking lips, she then thought of the scene where he had taken liberties with her. She immediately felt her face burning and quickly bent down to spit out saliva.

Upon seeing this, Gao Zhao burst into laughter: "Seriously? You kissed me last time too!"

"Who kissed you!" Qian Bao'er turned her head and scolded angrily, "And who told you to stick your tongue out! It's filthy!"

"I actually think Bao'er smells pretty good, let's have it again!"

As he spoke, Gao Zhao made a move to step forward. Qian Bao'er was so frightened that she quickly straightened up, turned around and ran away, which made Gao Zhao laugh out loud!

Back in the courtyard, Shi Qian and Gao Yi had already moved all the luggage and were waiting for him to return.

Gao Zhao spoke a few words to the two men in the courtyard, then dismissed them and went into the room, where he saw Feng San Niang tidying up the bedding and other items on the bed.

As she busied herself, Gao Zhao felt as if a full moon was constantly swaying before his eyes, stirring his heart and making him unable to control himself.

So he stepped forward...

Gao Yi walked back and was about to enter the house when he suddenly heard Feng San Niang exclaim in surprise from inside. He immediately stopped and listened carefully. He heard muffled groans coming from inside. He silently turned around, walked to the gate of the courtyard, and stood up.

After a long while, Feng Sanniang, panting heavily, straightened her clothes, raised her hand and slapped Gao Zhao, scolding, "What do you take me for! You came without even saying hello!"

Gao Zhao got out of bed, wrapped his arms around her waist, and laughed, "I don't want to do this either, but I just can't help it when I see my sister."

"Stop trying to sweet-talk me!" Feng Sanniang glared at him, slapped his hand away, and complained, "What if someone sees us in broad daylight?"

Gao Zhao chuckled and said, "What's there to be afraid of? Last time it was in the courtyard..."

"Shut up, don't say another word!" Feng Sanniang quickly covered his mouth, looking at his mischievous gaze, and said resentfully, "You're the son of the Commander-in-Chief, of course you're not afraid of being discovered, but what about me? If I'm discovered, I'm afraid I'll be kicked out!"

"Whatever!" Gao Zhao pulled her hand away, saying nonchalantly, "I'll go out with you, and then we'll find a place to live together!"

"Really? You're just trying to fool me!"

"Of course! I've already decided on a place, somewhere around Fengqiu Gate! I'll go check it out when I have some free time!"

Gao Zhao looked up and said softly, "Sister, you have no idea how heartbroken I am every time I see you in these coarse linen clothes. When we move out, I'll make sure you're adorned with gold and silver, and covered in silks and brocades!"

"Hmph, I don't believe you. You're just good at sweet-talking people!"

"Why are you trying to fool me? Oh, right, sister, don't leave tonight. I have to report to the Ministry of Personnel tomorrow, so wake me up!"

Feng San Niang finally understood the meaning behind his words. She bit her lip and pondered for a moment before nodding and agreeing.

He just didn't expect that she would be woken up from behind by Gao Zhao the next day.