webnovelfull Chapter 392 Success or failure depends on this move
Chapter 392 Success or failure depends on this move
Wen Jiayue looked at Shen Funian nervously.
Because Granny Wang was present, she couldn't offer any advice, otherwise it would be too easy for her to see through her.
"Do you know how awful she is? She used to say that I married down to a poor scholar and was tricked into having a son. I hate her so much!"
Wen Jiayue breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Shen Funian didn't say it aloud, and her voice only paused for a moment, so it was impossible to hear unless you listened carefully.
“That happened so long ago,” Wen Jiayue comforted her. “Huan’er has already apologized to you, and you said you forgave her. Why bring it up again now?”
“I just can’t stand her,” Shen Funian said, pouting. “We hate each other.”
Wen Jiayue said softly, "Why don't we turn our hostility into friendship for my sake? You two are both my own sisters. How can sisters kill each other?"
As she spoke, she glanced at Granny Wang's expression and, seeing that she had relaxed her guard, she felt relieved.
I just don't know why Shen Funian suddenly changed the subject, and I didn't have a chance to ask.
She glanced at Xiao Suye beside her; perhaps it was thanks to him.
"Alright, alright, today is my auspicious day for returning home, I'll give you face," Shen Funian said reluctantly. "As long as she doesn't provoke me, I promise I won't argue with her."
The group walked towards the main courtyard while talking.
Taking advantage of their pause, Xiao Suye interjected, "Sister-in-law, I wonder where my brother went? Why did he leave in such a hurry?"
Shen Funian was also unhappy to hear this and said, "Brother, really, can't you even leave tomorrow for my sake?"
Wen Jiayue comforted her, saying, "The Emperor's affairs are of great importance, and he must be carrying out orders. As for where he went, I'm not quite sure."
Upon arriving at the main courtyard, Xiao Suye sat for a moment before saying, "Sister-in-law, Niannian, you two catch up. I'm going to the medical hall to see my master, and I'll come back later."
As he said this, his eyes were fixed on Wen Jiayue.
Wen Jiayue naturally noticed, and although she didn't quite understand why he did this, she nodded in agreement.
"Okay, let's go."
After watching his figure disappear, Wen Jiayue turned her gaze away and started chatting with Shen Funian.
"Is Young Master Xiao good to you?"
"It's alright, but my lower back is a little sore."
Shen Funian rubbed her lower back and then corrected her, saying, "But you should call him brother-in-law now. Calling him Young Master Xiao sounds too formal."
Wen Jiayue smiled and changed her address: "Okay, brother-in-law, brother-in-law, brother-in-law, say it a few more times, I will definitely remember it in the future."
Shen Funian stared intently at her, then suddenly asked, "Sister-in-law, did you not sleep well last night? Were you missing my brother?"
Wen Jiayue was about to deny it when she saw her shake her head slightly with a serious expression, and she understood what was going on.
“I didn’t sleep well last night,” Wen Jiayue said, giving her a reproachful look, “but it has nothing to do with your older brother.”
"Stop making excuses," Shen Funian blinked. "I won't bother you anymore. Go back to your bedroom and rest. I'm going to go play with Zhao Zhao."
As she spoke, she stood up and walked briskly toward the side room, with Granny Wang following naturally.
Wen Jiayue seemed to be deep in thought, and obeyed her words to return to her bedroom, leaving Ruyi to guard the door.
A short while later, the window suddenly made a "click" sound, and a man quietly slipped in.
Even though she was somewhat prepared, Wen Jiayue was still startled and quickly stood up.
Only when he saw that it was Xiao Suye who had returned did he breathe a sigh of relief.
Xiao Suye turned and closed the window, lowering his voice to say, "Sister-in-law, I apologize. With Granny Wang watching over us, this was the only way Niannian and I could think of to speak with you alone."
He said seriously, "Time is limited, so let's get to the point. Why was Granny Wang sent by the Princess to monitor Niannian?"
Xiao Suye and Shen Funian are both trustworthy, and Wen Jiayue doesn't want to keep it a secret from them.
Moreover, Shen Funian is impatient and often speaks without thinking. He only becomes cautious in his words after understanding the cause and effect.
Thinking of this, Wen Jiayue explained, "Wen Ruohuan is the eldest princess's person. The two of them want to take advantage of the time when the Marquis is away from the capital to get rid of me, so that they can marry the Marquis in a natural way."
“Niannian guessed that Wen Ruohuan liked the Marquis and said it to her face. That’s why the Princess was wary of her. She arranged the marriage for you and placed Granny Wang in charge of the marriage.”
Xiao Suye wrote down these words and nodded, saying, "I understand. Since you and my elder brother are already aware of this matter, you must have a solution. Is there anything I can do for you, sister-in-law?"
Wen Jiayue shook her head: "Just calm Niannian down, don't let her say anything out of line. This is the key to success or failure."
Xiao Suye replied, "Okay, then I'll be going now. Take care, sister-in-law."
He turned around, and Wen Jiayue suddenly remembered something and said urgently, "Wait."
"Is there anything else, sister-in-law?"
Wen Jiayue composed herself and asked, "Do you know about Bone-Corroding Powder?"
She didn't believe what Mr. Qian said; he must have conspired with Shen Fuhan.
Xiao Suye certainly didn't know about this; he was also a doctor and might have some knowledge of these poisons.
“Of course I know, the Bone-Corroding Powder is extremely poisonous,” Xiao Suye asked. “Why is Sister-in-law asking about this?”
Just as Wen Jiayue was about to ask if taking it once would cause poisoning, she suddenly heard footsteps approaching from outside.
"Sister, why are you keeping the door closed in broad daylight?"
It was Wen Ruohuan's voice.
Wen Jiayue and Xiao Suye exchanged a glance, realizing something was wrong.
At this critical juncture, if people misunderstand that she and Xiao Suye have an affair, wouldn't Li Zhilan and Wen Ruohuan have even more reason to come and enter her home?
Fortunately, Ruyi was blocking the way outside, which temporarily bought them time.
However, climbing through a window now would be too conspicuous, and one could easily be discovered if not careful.
Wen Jiayue looked around, let Xiao Suye hide in the wardrobe, covered him with a few of Shen Fuhan's clothes, and hurriedly lay down in bed.
She feigned sleepiness and asked lazily, "Huan'er, what is it?"
Ruyi then let Wen Ruohuan in.
Wen Ruohuan asked in surprise, "Why is my sister sleeping?"
Wen Jiayue rubbed her eyes: "I didn't sleep well last night, and I was just about to take a nap when you came over. Is something the matter?"
“Of course there is,” Wen Ruohuan said with a smile. “Yesterday, didn’t my sister suggest that I meet the heir of the Duke of Qi? I’ve thought about it and I think it’s worth it.”
Wen Jiayue pursed her lips. Why did she suddenly put on this act?
“That would be wonderful,” Wen Jiayue said with a smile. “I will send a letter to the Duke of Qi’s mansion in a few days to arrange a marriage between you two.”
“Wait a few days, it will be too late,” Wen Ruohuan said coquettishly. “Why don’t you write a letter now, please, sister?”
Wen Jiayue could only agree, "Okay, I'll go write it now."
It's just a letter, it shouldn't be considered a disturbance, right?
“Sister, please continue writing,” Wen Ruohuan said. “I would like to take a look at your wardrobe. Perhaps there are some suitable clothes for me to wear when I meet the heir of the Duke of Qi. Is that alright?”