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Chapter 253 Meeting with Pei Huaijin

Shen Fuhan is very different today.

He was no longer as silent and forceful as before, but was extremely gentle and even asked about her feelings.

Wen Jiayue was too embarrassed to speak, so she pursed her lips and remained silent.

Shen Fuhan stared intently at her expression, trying to decipher her changes.

When you frown, you should move gently; when you bite your lip, it's unbearable; when you slightly open your mouth, it's pleasurable; when you force tears to flow...

Wen Jiayue reached out to push him, but he didn't stop, sending her soaring to the clouds.

Countless times, she cried and said "no," but he still insisted.

In her hazy state of consciousness, she suddenly heard Shen Fuhan speak in a hoarse voice close to her ear.

"How was the flower viewing party today?"

Wen Jiayue didn't want to answer such a boring question at all; she missed the quiet Shen Fuhan from before.

Seeing that she didn't speak, Shen Fuhan continued, "What do you think of the heir of the Duke of Qi?"

He sensed her, and unexpectedly, she didn't change at all.

Did he not hear what he said, or did he really not care?

He hoped it was the latter.

He tentatively asked, "Ah Yue?"

Wen Jiayue was really annoyed. She opened her eyes and glared at him.

But her eyes were misty, not so much angry as she seemed to be pouting.

Shen Fuhan smiled and kissed her almond-shaped eyes.

He knew it was Pei Huaijin's fault.

When it finally ended, Wen Jiayue felt as if she had died once, and even breathing became much more difficult.

She was so tired that she closed her eyes and fell asleep.

Shen Fuhan helped her clean up and then drifted off to sleep in a good mood.

Before leaving the mansion the next day, he went to his study and gave important instructions to ten guards.

"Go to Liuzhou and investigate the actions of Pei Huaijin, the heir of the Duke of Qi, here, especially his correspondence with Chang'an. Report back to me in detail."

The ten guards exchanged glances, clasped their hands in agreement.

Shen Fuhan instructed, "Act in secrecy and do not let the Duke of Qi's mansion find out."

"Yes!"

After the ten guards left, Shen Fuhan pondered whether he should give Ling He a few helpers.

It was somewhat difficult for him to investigate the past between Wen Jiayue and Pei Huaijin on his own.

But then I thought, this matter might concern Wen Jiayue's reputation, so the fewer people who know about it, the better.

Let it be slow, he's not in a hurry.

As usual, Wen Jiayue slept until late morning before waking up exhausted.

The scenes from last night flashed through her mind, and she covered her head, unwilling to recall them.

Suddenly remembering that she had important matters to attend to today, she quickly called Ruyi over.

"What time is it?"

"It's just past noon," Ruyi said. "Would you like to get up, Madam?"

Hearing that it was still early, Wen Jiayue felt relieved.

"I'll lie down for a little while longer."

Fortunately, she and Brother Dragonfly had agreed to meet at Shenshi (3-5 PM), so there were still two hours left, which would be enough.

Ruyi asked curiously, "Madam, do you have something to do today?"

Wen Jiayue nodded: "I need to leave the mansion before Shenshi (3-5 PM) to see Brother Dragonfly."

Ruyi's eyes widened: "What if the Marquis finds out?"

“No, it won’t,” Wen Jiayue said. “The Marquis won’t concern himself with such trivial matters. We’ll bring some more things back later, and the Marquis won’t care about them either.”

Ruyi still felt uneasy: "Madam, Young Master Gu... no, the Crown Prince is, after all, a man from outside the family. It doesn't seem appropriate for you to meet him alone."

She knew that the relationship between the lady and the prince was completely innocent, but others did not, and she had to consider the lady's reputation.

Wen Jiayue said, "Of course I know, but there are many things I don't know about Brother Dragonfly's past. Don't worry, this is the only time."

This time, everything has been laid bare, and we won't be meeting alone anymore.

Although it's a bit of a shame, it's understandable.

She is already married and cannot have too much contact with other men, not even old playmates.

But this time she wanted to make an exception.

After following the rules for so many years, she wanted to think about herself for once.

Seeing that the lady was determined, Ruyi had no choice but to say, "No matter if it's going through fire or water, I will accompany you."

"It's not that serious," Wen Jiayue shook her head and chuckled. "Help me up."

Ruyi didn't say anything more, and while serving, she said, "I have already told the chef in the small kitchen how to make chilled mung bean cakes. Would you like some with your meal later?"

Wen Jiayue nodded, sat up, and the rich fragrance of osmanthus blossoms instantly filled her nostrils.

Ruyi sniffed: "Madam, did you apply too much osmanthus oil yesterday?"

Wen Jiayue said somewhat awkwardly, "It was the Marquis; he didn't know the dosage."

Ruyi smiled and said, "So it was the Marquis who personally served the lady last night."

Her words were only literal, but Wen Jiayue's face felt hot.

Last night, Shen Fuhan truly put her first in everything, being extremely gentle.

She stopped thinking about it and forced herself to forget.

After lunch, Wen Jiayue prepared to go out.

Brother Dragonfly knew that it was inconvenient for her to go out alone as a woman, so he specially said that he would wait for her in the afternoon, no matter when she came.

Wen Jiayue then agreed that if she hadn't arrived by 3:45 PM, it meant she was delayed and there was no need to wait any longer.

Fortunately, today the timing, location, and people were all in harmony, and there were no people or things to hinder us.

Just as I finished thinking this with relief, I walked out of the main courtyard and was greeted by Shen Funian.

Wen Jiayue instinctively tried to avoid her, but Shen Funian had already seen her and hurried over.

"Sister-in-law, why are you hiding?" Shen Funian asked suspiciously. "Where are you going?"

Wen Jiayue forced herself to say, "I'm going to the street..."

“Let’s go out,” Shen Funian’s eyes lit up. “Why didn’t you call me? Never mind, let’s go. Remember to call me in advance next time.”

Wen Jiayue: "..."

She knew she would go with her.

Fortunately, she had another idea, so she said with difficulty, "But I was planning to give you a surprise, that's why I was hiding from you."

"What surprise?"

"I felt bad about the many gifts you gave me last time, so I'm giving you a gift in return."

“Oh, it’s nothing,” Shen Fu said. “There’s nothing to feel bad about.”

Wen Jiayue said earnestly, "But I don't think so, Third Sister. You and I are not only sisters-in-law, but also good friends. Last time you gave me something as a friend, so this time I should return the favor as a friend."

Shen Funian had never made many friends growing up, and upon hearing this, she asked in confusion, "Is that so?"

Wen Jiayue nodded sincerely: "So you should go back first, and I will bring you the gift this evening."

Shen Funian left, completely bewildered.

Wen Jiayue breathed a sigh of relief; she had finally gotten away with it.

She left the mansion without incident and boarded a carriage.

Before long, Wen Jiayue put on a veil and entered the Peach Blossom Spring Restaurant.

At the same time, the guards entered the Dali Temple and informed the Marquis that the Lady had left the mansion.