Ling Mo Han nodded faintly, agreeing with Feng Jin's actions this time. The child's identity was too special. Keeping them here was like a ticking time bomb that could explode at any moment, leading to consequences they might not be able to bear.
In the midst of such treacherous court affairs, he did not want to get entangled in too much trouble. He only worried that if the child remained at the Ling Manor and was discovered by someone with ill intentions, they would certainly use it to their advantage. By then, even if he had a thousand mouths, he wouldn't know how to explain himself clearly.
It was best to send the child away as soon as possible to achieve true peace, allowing his heart to settle, at least temporarily.
"Keep a close eye on this child during this period. Absolutely do not take them out of the manor, lest outsiders see and cause another incident."
After this experience, he had long grown tired of the endless struggles in the court and only wished to live a peaceful and harmonious life with Feng Jin and their two children.
"I understand. If this truly causes you trouble, you must tell me immediately. Don't hide anything from me, and we'll find a solution together."
Feng Jin reached out and embraced the man's strong waist, leaning her head gently against his chest. She also understood the child's special identity.
If it were truly exploited, then Ling Mo Han would be firmly implicated, and the ensuing infamy would be impossible to wash away, no matter how much he tried to explain.
For a moment, she regretted her momentary soft heart. Why had she brought the child back?
However, when she saw the weak and helpless child struggling to survive despite their frail state, she couldn't bear to abandon them. Her heart was filled with a thousand emotions, and she didn't know what to do.
"It's alright. If anything happens, I will find a way to resolve it. You just need to stay here with peace of mind. The outside world is turbulent during this time, so do not leave the manor for a single step."
Ling Mo Han pulled the little woman into his arms, his face full of worry.
All the other rebels had been captured, but Chu Yan Xi was still at large. Until Chu Yan Xi was apprehended, this matter would not be considered concluded, and he would not have peace of mind.
"Has Chu Yan Xi been caught yet?"
Feng Jin hesitated for a moment before deciding to ask.
"No, there is still no trace of him."
Chu Yan Xi was truly adept at escaping. After searching the entire city for a day, they still hadn't found him.
A team had already been dispatched to search outside the city, and there was still no news. He wanted to see how long Chu Yan Xi could hide. He couldn't possibly hide for his entire life.
"I have a method that might be able to lure Chu Yan Xi out."
Ling Mo Han's interest was immediately piqued. He pulled Feng Jin to sit on a nearby chair. "Tell me your method."
"Luring the snake out of its hole... Feng Ruo Yan is in our hands now. Although she has gone mad, Chu Yan Xi may not know this yet. Chu Yan Xi has always been deeply infatuated with Feng Ruo Yan. Why can't we use Feng Ruo Yan as bait? Spread the news, and Chu Yan Xi might come to rescue her."
"For a woman, Chu Yan Xi shouldn't disregard his own life. Are you sure this will be effective? Don't let it be a wasted effort in the end."
He was somewhat skeptical that Chu Yan Xi would fall into a trap for Feng Ruo Yan. Anyone with eyes could see it was a trap. Chu Yan Xi shouldn't be foolish enough to jump into it knowingly.
Feng Jin rolled her eyes and grabbed Ling Mo Han's ear, questioning him fiercely, "Let me ask you, if I were captured by the enemy and was about to lose my life, and you knew it was a trap, would you go to save me?"
"Of course, I would save you!" Ling Mo Han replied decisively without hesitation. Let alone saving Feng Jin, he would willingly exchange his own life for hers.
Ling Mo Han's answer was temporarily acceptable, barely passing muster.
"Since you would save me, how can you be so sure Chu Yan Xi won't save Feng Ruo Yan? Young man, it's best not to speak so absolutely. Everything requires room for maneuver!"
Feng Jin put on a very mature demeanor and patted Ling Mo Han's shoulder.
"If that's the case, then it's worth a try. Perhaps Feng Ruo Yan as bait can truly hook the big fish."
"Then it's up to you. I've already told you my method, and how to proceed is your business."
Since Feng Ruo Yan was already in their hands, arranging this would be easy.
Ling Mo Han pondered for a moment and finally decided to adopt Feng Jin's suggestion. However... however...
"You have a hesitant look on your face. What's wrong now?"
"Today, we intercepted the Third Prince's carriage outside the city. Liu Meng Han is also in our hands now, and it seems she is close to giving birth. I have already arranged for imperial physicians to attend to her."
"Liu Meng Han!" Feng Jin was slightly surprised. She hadn't expected Liu Meng Han to be so quick to run, only to be captured in the end.
Ultimately, she couldn't escape her fate. It was all a pointless effort.
"Then you were happy for nothing. Chu Yan Xi has no feelings for Liu Meng Han, and Liu Meng Han's life means nothing to him. I advise you not to waste your efforts. Imprison Liu Meng Han and hand her over to His Majesty for judgment when we return. Just settle down and take good care of the trump card you hold."
Let alone Liu Meng Han, even Liu Meng Han and her unborn child together could not threaten Chu Yan Xi.
To lure Chu Yan Xi out, only Feng Ruo Yan could do it. She placed no hope in Liu Meng Han.
Ling Mo Han's brows were tightly furrowed. This situation was truly chaotic and convoluted, making things very troublesome. Weren't both of them Chu Yan Xi's women? Why was there such a vast difference between them?
If the two stood side by side, he wouldn't be able to distinguish who was better or worse even if he stared for a whole day.
He didn't know why Chu Yan Xi showed such favoritism, treating his wives with such disparity. He didn't find it troublesome at all.
"Forget it, you won't understand even if I explain it to you. In short, just do as I say, and I guarantee there will be no problems."
There was no point in explaining further, and she was too lazy to do so. She might as well finalize the matter.