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**Chapter 144: Throw the Soul Bones to Feed the Dogs**

Zhao Ling noticed the strange look in Ning Fengzhi's eyes. Fengzhi was scrutinizing him from head to toe, exuding an expression that blended shock, curiosity, and confusion. The intensity of the gaze unsettled Zhao Ling, making him feel a little creeped out.

Inwardly, Zhao Ling grumbled, annoyed: 'Hey, Ning Fengzhi, have you seen enough? Can you stop staring at me like that? I swear, your eyes are unnerving.'

'I know I'm good-looking, but I'm a man, and I like women. I'm not interested in you. If your future daughter, Ning Rongrong, looked at me like this, I'd enjoy it. But with you? Forget it. Look away before I lose my temper.'

Despite these thoughts, Zhao Ling refrained from confronting Ning Fengzhi. After all, how could he fight his future father-in-law while still harboring designs on his future daughter? Zhao Ling shook off his annoyance and focused on enjoying his meal.

The royal chef's cooking surpassed the skills of the chefs at his own residence, with flavors rivaling the best five-star restaurants on Blue Star. After three rounds of wine and five dishes, Zhao Ling returned to his mansion in a carriage.

As he stepped down, he was surprised to find Liu Erlong waiting by the gate. She looked for all the world like a wife anticipating her husband's return. Zhao Ling felt puzzled but walked over to her, gently brushed her hair aside, and kissed her between the eyebrows.

"Long'er, are you waiting for your husband to come back and pamper you?" he teased.

Liu Erlong blushed at the warmth of his kiss and buried her head in his chest, her voice soft and pleading.

"Ling... Brother Ling, Long'er was wrong. I won't provoke you again. Please forgive me."

Zhao Ling frowned, displeased. He lifted her in his arms and glared at her.

"Didn't I tell you this morning to call me 'husband'? But you didn't listen. And now you want forgiveness? When you provoked me earlier, you should have known the consequences. Tonight, you'll face punishment."

Although Liu Erlong pretended to be defiant, her trembling gave her away. Zhao Ling smirked, finding her amusing. She was obviously scared, yet she wouldn't admit it. With playful determination to see how far her stubbornness would go, Zhao Ling carried her inside.

On the way to her room, they passed Ah Yin, who was drinking tea in the courtyard. The moment Ah Yin saw them, her expression changed, and she bolted. Her speed was so incredible that it left Zhao Ling stunned. Then it hit him: Ah Yin must have assumed he intended to drag her into Liu Erlong's punishment.

The absurdity of the situation escalated when they passed Bo Saixi's room. As soon as she spotted them, she slammed her windows shut and audibly locked her door. Zhao Ling shook his head, exasperated.

'Really? Do you two think I'm some kind of beast incapable of reason? I told you I'd punish Long'er tonight, so no one else will be involved.'

Liu Erlong, on the other hand, was bitterly disappointed. She had always shared a good relationship with Ah Yin and Bo Saixi, but when she needed help, they abandoned her without hesitation.

Zhao Ling carried her into her room, locked the door, and turned off the lights. Soon, muffled sounds filled the space…

Two days later, Ah Yin and Bo Saixi were sitting in the courtyard, playing chess. Bo Saixi occasionally glanced toward Liu Erlong's room, her expression a mix of pity and amusement.

"Two whole days, and my husband hasn't come out of Long'er's room yet. It's terrifying," Bo Saixi murmured.

"Luckily, I didn't provoke him. When he stayed in my room, he only pestered me for one day and one night before leaving. Otherwise..."

Ah Yin nodded in agreement.

"I warned Long'er not to provoke him, but she didn't listen. Now she's paying the price."

Bo Saixi's focus drifted back to the chessboard. She frowned as Ah Yin moved her knight to capture her rook.

"Sister Yin'er, I wasn't paying attention just now. That move doesn't count. I want a redo."

Ah Yin smiled slyly, holding the captured rook behind her.

"No way. My husband says there are no take-backs in chess. Don't think I'm a fool."

"Damn it," Bo Saixi muttered, frustrated. The game had barely begun, and she was already at a disadvantage. Resolving to turn things around, she grew serious. The match became a thrilling battle of strategy, with both sides vying for dominance.

Minutes later, the tide shifted in Bo Saixi's favor, much to Ah Yin's dismay. Though she played carefully, her lead was slipping away. Desperate, Ah Yin tried a different tactic.

She gave Bo Saixi a mischievous smile and asked casually, "Sister Saixi, when we first met, you mentioned looking for someone named Tang Chen. What's your relationship with him? Could it be..."

Bo Saixi interrupted with a serene smile.

"Tang Chen? Who is that? I don't know him. Sister Yin'er, please don't mention any man other than my husband in front of me. I wouldn't want him to misunderstand. If you spread rumors, I'll kill you and throw your soul bone to the dogs."

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