Chapter 386 - Chapter 386: Chapter 393: What Is The Price (2/2)

Han Yu wasn’t someone who sought quick success. He understood the principle that haste makes waste. Today’s activities were just the first step and went fairly well, yet…

“Daughter-in-law, you may have to endure Chen Li for a while longer. I did not expect that Brother Liu would regard her more highly than I thought. That woman does indeed have some ability. If it weren’t for her promiscuous nature, I might even admire her business acumen a little,” Han Yu commented, the tone in his voice conflicted.

Su Wenyue fluttered her eyelashes on hearing this, feeling somewhat uncomfortable deep down. After all, in her previous life, she was the ‘surprisingly talented and beautiful’ Imperial Consort. Even Han Yu could speak a word of admiration for her, yet such a woman was now coveting her own man.

While Su Wenyue might not understand everything, she knew that Chen Li valued most the future and status a man could offer her. In her previous life, she staunchly supported Liu Xiu, and in this life, because of her rebirth, many things had changed. Han Yu’s status was now not much different from Liu Xiu’s; hence, Chen Li’s actions of playing both sides.

“Why do you say that? Has Chen Li done something to gain your regard?” Su Wenyue asked without revealing her emotions, though in her heart, she already had an eighty percent guess. In her previous life, Chen Li had supported Liu Xiu with significant economic help, thanks to her talent in business, which had helped her secure a firm foothold at his side.

As expected, Han Yu went on to say, “Even though that woman is frivolous and unorthodox, she has quite a talent for business. In just half a year, she has amassed quite a fortune. Brother Liu needs such talent right now. Even though she is a woman like Chen Li, Brother Liu still regards her highly. Truly, his open-mindedness in accepting talent is not something everyone possesses.”

There was a teasing tone in Han Yu’s voice, and he didn’t feel there was anything wrong with Liu Xiu’s approach. Given Liu Xiu’s current weak state, wanting to grow stronger required some special tactics. Han Yu admitted to himself that he couldn’t do such a thing. Just the sight of Chen Li disgusted and repelled him to no end, let alone showing her kindness. He couldn’t even bear to be in the same room as her.

Liu Xiu’s demeanor toward Chen Li was the opposite of Han Yu’s. Courteous, graceful, and often prepared to accommodate her wishes, even showing a doting attitude at times. However, Han Yu could still discern the discontent and frustration Liu Xiu hid beneath the surface of his behavior. Otherwise, one might really think Liu Xiu had feelings for Chen Li. With such patience, sacrificing so much to achieve his goals, it was no wonder he eventually reached that position. Suddenly, Han Yu found himself agreeing with his daughter-in-law’s words—that position was not easy to hold. To gain something, one has to give something in return.

“Indeed, he’s no ordinary man. The sacrifices he’s made to reach that position are not just these few,” Su Wenyue said in complete agreement upon hearing Han Yu’s words. Emperor Wu had started with a weak foundation, and reaching his position was not only due to his abilities but also the contributions of the women by his side. Even after gaining that position, he still faced many constraints in the early stages.

“Daughter-in-law, due to Brother Liu, I might not be able to deal with Chen Li right away. However, you only need to maintain a superficial relationship with her. There’s no need to be aggrieved. If I, Han Yu, can’t even protect my own woman, then what’s the point of all this?” Han Yu, as of today, spoke with a different confidence, which also changed the weight of his words.

Su Wenyue felt even more reassured by these words; Han Yu saying so clearly meant he placed her importance above his career, and she believed his words were sincere.

“Rest assured, I won’t let myself be wronged. What kind of person is your daughter-in-law? Could I possibly suffer at the hands of another woman?”