Pampered Poisonous Royal Wife – o
Chapter 319: The Furious Guh Family and Qin Family (1)

Chapter 319: Chapter 319: The Furious Guh Family and Qin Family (1)

She was talking about the incident where she had challenged Guh Siqing. Among the many notables of Xuanjin, it was Old Master Duan who had stepped forward first. Although he did not do it to help her, his outspoken and generous nature still commanded her respect.

Duan Jingning looked at An Yiqing and chuckled light-heartedly, waving his hand and saying, "Hey! What of it! I simply couldn’t stomach her haughty airs! She was a disgrace to the reputations of our great families!"

Looking at the two who seemed perfectly at ease with each other, Ma Tianci was utterly confused. He hadn’t been there on the first day, and although he had heard a rough account of what had occurred, the part where Duan Jingning took a stand had been glossed over by gossipmongers.

"Er...girl, do you know this old man?" Ma Tianci asked, pointing at Duan Jingning and looking at An Yiqing.

The girl nodded, smiling gently as she said, "We met briefly on the first day of the Jade Stone Association. Elder Duan is generous and righteous, and I greatly admire him."

"Oh? What a coincidence!" Ma Tianci exclaimed. "Girl, do you have some time? The old man would like to treat you to a meal! Bring this fellow along too! I’ve got to properly host you, so that next time I want to see the Jade Spirit, you’ll do me the favor, haha!"

An Yiqing was at a loss whether to laugh or cry at Ma Tianci’s joking; she responded with a tender laugh, "Grandpa Ma, even if you don’t treat me to a meal, you’re welcome to see the Jade Spirit anytime you wish to visit me. But it has been quite some time since I last saw you, so I should be the one to invite you for this meal. It’s also a chance to show Elder Duan some hospitality from his host. What do you think of that?"

Her words warmed the hearts of both Ma Tianci and Duan Jingning, and their regard for her soared.

"Great, great!" Ma Tianci laughed, nodding. "Today, let this little rich girl pay the bill! But remember, if Grandpa Ma invites you again in the future, you can’t refuse!"

An Yiqing smiled sweetly and nodded repeatedly in agreement, her docile demeanor bringing much joy to Ma Tianci and Duan Jingning.

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The Jade Stone Association had concluded, and what remained was just the wrap-up work. An Yiqing instructed Zhang Yusheng to transport the rough stones and the jade they had carved to the Yuyuanzhai warehouse. She then sent someone to carry the rough stone that shone with a golden light and seemed to move on its own back to the An Family Mansion. That particular rough stone was quite a curiosity to her, and she wondered if it could possibly be the treasure rumored to have appeared at the Jade Stone Association this time.

But these speculations would have to wait until later to be addressed. For now, An Yiqing led Ma Tianci and Duan Jingning to Penglai Residence.

Gu Yelin would have loved to stick to An Yiqing’s side every day, and naturally, he was keen to accompany her. But a phone call from Old Master Gu meant that he had to leave reluctantly.

Watching Gu Yelin disappear at the entrance of Penglai Residence, Ma Tianci teased An Yiqing, saying, "Little girl, you really have a way with people, training that boy to be so obedient."

"Grandpa Ma, whatever are you saying!" An Yiqing said helplessly, her voice tinged with embarrassment.

"Hahaha! Look, the little girl is blushing! Old Ma, quit teasing her already! The maid has thin skin, and you’re just asking for trouble!" Duan Jingning burst into hearty laughter, hurrying forward to defend An Yiqing.

The older gentlemen and the younger lady joked among themselves, all in a relaxed and comfortable mood.

The manager who attended to the three of them this time at Penglai Residence had served An Yiqing twice before. The first time she came with Gu Yelin, the second with Duan Tang, and this time, she came on her own. The manager felt somewhat moved. A few months ago, this girl was a nobody, but now she had become the renowned owner of Yuyuanzhai, a famous Divine Doctor, and was recognized as the treasured pearl of the Xuandu City An Family. Having worked at Penglai Residence for nearly a decade, meeting all manner of famous and influential figures, he had a deep understanding of the high society. He truly admired this gentle lady, An Yiqing.