Chapter Forty-Six: The Honeymoon Journey, Liu Yan’s Secret Ambush

Zhang Fan had drunk far too many drinks today.

Among the guests who attended the banquet were dignitaries of unfathomable status and influence.

That was not to mention that he now possessed a fortune of five billion, nor that he was the husband of the sole female heir to the main Zhu family branch.

There were many prominent figures who had traveled all the way from the capital.

Compared to these heavyweights, Zhang Fan considered himself to be absolute nobody at the moment.

When such important people offered you a toast, would you ever dare refuse?

Consequently, by this point, his consciousness was somewhat hazy, and wave after wave of drowsiness washed over him.

Zhu Qingan evidently failed to notice this. She turned her head away, not daring to meet Zhang Fan’s eyes.

"Darling, why aren't you saying anything?"

"Starting today, I am your wife. We must live a wonderful life together!"

"You know what? I've waited for this day for so long, so very long."

"You, you must be gentle, okay? I'm a little scared..."

Yet, Zhang Fan remained completely motionless for a long time.

After waiting endlessly, Zhu Qingan turned her head back once more, only to find that Zhang Fan had already fallen asleep.

He was slumped right on top of her, sound asleep and snoring softly.

At this sight, the anticipation and nervousness in Zhu Qingan's eyes instantly transformed into disappointment and regret.

Immediately afterward, a blush bloomed across her face, and she covered her mouth with her hands.

Oh my goodness!

I, what on earth was I just saying out loud?

I was already mentally prepared to welcome my husband with open arms, and yet, my husband fell asleep!

Thank goodness he fell asleep, though. Otherwise, the things I just said would be so utterly embarrassing...

Zhu Qingan's heart was beating frantically, filled with a mixture of slight anticipation.

What kind of feeling would it actually be, I wonder?

She gently rolled Zhang Fan over, placed him properly on the bed, and took off his shoes and socks.

Then, she fetched a basin of warm water to wash his face and feet.

After that, she changed him into a pair of pajamas.

Once she finished changing his clothes and tucking him in under the quilt, Zhu Qingan sat at the edge of the bed, her mouth agape in sheer shock.

"Oh my god!"

She managed to hold back for a long moment before failing to suppress it, letting out a gasp.

Tianxiao, standing guard outside the door, heard the commotion and instantly rushed into the room with a stern expression.

"What happened?"

"Could someone have launched an attack on Mr. Zhang Fan?"

"Do not be afraid! Ms. Zhu Qingan, I am here!"

Zhu Qingan waved her hands hurriedly, her expression one of utter astonishment.

"No, no, it's not what you think."

"It's just, it's just..."

Tianxiao froze.

"Ms. Zhu, what on earth is the matter?"

"Please tell me!"

Zhu Qingan's face burned hot, and she mustered her courage.

"Tianxiao, have you ever done that kind of thing with a man?"

Tianxiao froze once more, torn between laughter and tears.

"What kind of question is that..."

"Please answer me! This is very important! Really!"

Seeing the urgency in Zhu Qingan's tone, Tianxiao had no choice but to offer an explanation.

"I am an orphan, adopted by prominent figures of the state at a young age, and have been toughened up in the military ever since."

"Ever since I was little, I have been trained in assassination techniques, counter-surveillance, and all sorts of knowledge and skills."

"Indeed, I have never done that sort of thing. Why are you asking this?"

Zhu Qingan bit her lip, her voice trembling, her eyes still tinged with fear.

"My husband, he... his is just way too..."

Feixiao shuddered all over.

As for what the two women were actually discussing, only the heavens knew.

Zhu Qingan's voice was practically shaking.

"Re-really, it won't work, right? There's no way, is there?"

"Won't I be in unbearable pain?"

Feixiao could only respond with a bitter smile.

Given Mr. Zhang Fan's...

That truly sounded quite dangerous!

Realizing she could get no help from Feixiao, Zhu Qingan could only sigh and wave her away.

Early the next morning.

As soon as Zhang Fan woke up, he saw Zhu Qingan staring at him with red, swollen eyes.

Still in a daze from the lingering effects of his hangover, he was momentarily stunned to see his wife looking like this.

"Wife, what's wrong?"

"Did someone bully you?"

"Or could it be that after drinking last night, I was too violent with you?"

Zhu Qingan quickly covered Zhang Fan's mouth with her hand and shook her head gently.

"No, it's not like that, darling."

"It's just that, it's just..."

Zhang Fan kissed Zhu Qingan's cheek, his gaze softening as he gently stroked her back.

"It's alright, go ahead and tell me."

"Wife, we are husband and wife now. There is nothing we cannot talk about."

Zhu Qingan mustered her courage, tears sparkling in her eyes.

"I might not be able to give myself to you for a while yet, darling."

"Please don't be angry, okay?"

"I, I know that for a man, that kind of physical need is completely normal, but right now I really can't..."

Zhang Fan's heart sank. He pulled Zhu Qingan into his arms and sat up.

"Did something happen at home?"

"Is something wrong with Mom and Dad?"

"Tell me quickly, let me know."

Too embarrassed to put it into words, Zhu Qingan leaned close to Zhang Fan's ear and whispered the whole story to him piece by piece.

"Your, your... it's just way too..."

"I honestly don't dare."

"I'm really so scared, darling."

A sudden wave of realization dawned upon Zhang Fan, and he burst into hearty laughter.

"And here I thought something terrible happened at home!"

"Oh my god, you were worrying about something like this?"

"Wife, don't you worry, there won't be any problems. Didn't health class teach us? Things will adjust according to..."

Zhu Qingan was practically dying of embarrassment, curling up in Zhang Fan's embrace with her head buried against his chest, her face burning hot.

"Stop talking already!"

"You're a nuisance."

"I really am terrified. Can we wait a little longer and let me prepare myself, please? Darling, I've waited for you for so many years. I've looked forward to today, truly looked forward to it, and dreamed about it countless times."

"B-but yours is just too... Anyway, just wait for me, okay?"

Naturally, Zhang Fan had no intention of forcing Zhu Qingan.

He stroked Zhu Qingan's head, torn between laughter and affection.

This silly girl...

"It's fine, I understand how you feel."

Zhu Qingan let out a sigh of relief, her mind still a chaotic mess.

When she had tried to help her husband last time, she hadn't seen it properly...

It had been too dark back then; she never imagined it could be so...

How terrifying!

After having their meal, the two naturally began making preparations for their honeymoon.

After much deliberation, they ultimately decided to travel to the Miaojiang region for a getaway.

The Zhu family's ancestral home was located there as well.

Once their itinerary was finalized, they immediately went ahead and purchased their plane tickets.

Since it was their honeymoon, Zhang Qingyun was temporarily sent to stay with Zhao Tiezhu, and Zhang's mother went along to live at Zhao Tiezhu's home as well.

Zhao Tiezhu sauntered over, grinning broadly as he lowered his voice.

"Bro, you've really struck it rich now! Landing such a gorgeous wife."

"Did you enjoy yourself last night?"

Zhang Fan glared at Zhao Tiezhu and retorted irritably, "Enjoy what? She was terrified out of her wits."

"She said I was too... she didn't quite dare."

Mentioning this, Zhao Tiezhu sucked in a sharp breath of cold air and smacked his own forehead.

Right!

His bro really was... beyond imagination.

He still remembered back when they were in elementary school together and went pee side by side.

When his bro let loose back then, it left all the other boys gaping in stunned silence.

Regarding this, Zhao Tiezhu could only offer a sympathetic expression.

"It's alright, bro. Use this honeymoon to finally conquer sister-in-law."

"Go catch your flight now, I'll take good care of auntie and Yun'er!"

Zhang Qingyun was also very sensible; she came over to give both her mom and dad a hug without making a fuss about tagging along.

The couple promptly headed to the airport.

Meanwhile.

Upon receiving word that the two had boarded their flight to Miaojiang, Liu Yan wore a sinister smile on her face and dialed a phone number.

"They will arrive in Miaojiang by noon today!"

"Yes, Tianxiao and those hundred bodyguards are still trailing along with them."

"Whether you succeed or not is up to you now! I'm heading to Miaojiang immediately as well; I want to see Zhang Fan suffer with my own eyes!"