She Holds the World After Being Reborn
Chapter 438 - 437 The mansion is dilapidated and shabby, no longer suitable for the Crown Prince

Chapter 438: Chapter 437 The mansion is dilapidated and shabby, no longer suitable for the Crown Prince

The Crown Prince was on the verge of going mad with anger.

But the person in front of him still stared with a pair of peach-blossom eyes, looking eagerly at him, their eyes watery.

He spoke a few words, and somehow, most of the anger in his heart dissipated, yet he didn’t show it on his face, still as cold as to freeze someone to death.

"But I don’t like him," Yan Wanqing said gently, frowning, "I only like you."

Her words were clear and distinct.

The Crown Prince’s neck flushed red to the roots of his ears in an instant, and the remaining half of his anger vanished as well.

"You can’t take out your anger on me because of others; it’s not fair to me," Yan Wanqing felt that even though there were feuds as great as nations between them, she still chose to come together with him firmly. Why should they be unhappy now because of a third person?

It was completely illogical.

Similarly, everyone has the right to like someone else. Ji Yuntai admiring her was his business. She hadn’t responded at all, hadn’t betrayed Xiao Pingfeng; this was her loyalty to their relationship.

One encounters numerous people and countless events in life, facing many choices. With every choice made, one steps onto a corresponding path, which leads to more opportunities.

So, instead of blaming one’s partner, it’s better to hold on to one’s heart, and trust a bit more.

And worry less.

Xiao Pingfeng, being extremely intelligent, naturally knew that Yan Wanqing was hinting at him.

After a silence, his voice hoarse, he said, "This time, your husband was narrow-minded."

He always felt like she was a gust of wind that he couldn’t grasp with an outstretched hand.

There are often inexplicable barriers between two people, just as he never knew why Yan Wanqing always seemed pensive.

Perhaps it was because they weren’t yet married.

Once they were married, once she became his legally recognized wife, perhaps he wouldn’t be so insecure.

While he was thinking this.

Yan Wanqing sighed and reached back to hug his waist, "Using Xiao Liu’s words, this time I didn’t give you enough security. In the future, if I go out with someone, I will make sure to inform you first."

"...Okay," Xiao Pingfeng nodded, inhaling the faint fragrance of her hair, his mind steadying somewhat, "Just now, your husband had a bad attitude, and made my darling feel wronged."

"Then you’re punished to accompany me to buy snacks," Yan Wanqing stuck her head out from his embrace, a sly glint twinkling in her eyes.

Xiao Pingfeng chuckled, his finger gently tapped the tip of her nose, "Okay."

This trip to Luzhou County, Hao Ren solved the case of the triple murder, earning great merit, and the Imperial Court specially granted him promotion to the Capital City.

Ji Yuntai and Hao Ren bid farewell at Luzhou County by the River Head.

"Has elder brother really decided to return to Penglai?" Hao Ren still couldn’t believe his ears at this moment.

Years ago, Ji Yuntai had a falling out with the people of Penglai and had left for over twenty years; returning now might mean everything had changed.

Returning would only add to his worries.

Ji Yuntai shook the folding fan in his hand, the word "charming" glittering in the sunlight, forceful and unfettered, inexpressibly stylish.

"After all, it’s my homeland. Having roamed for so many years, it’s time to go back. Besides, to completely heal my legs, to walk like a normal person, I still need to seek help from the people of my sect."

That made sense.

Hao Ren looked at his senior brother, his heart filled with endless sorrow and grief.

"Then, if elder brother heals his legs, will you come back out later?"

The last parting lasted over twenty years; this departure might last a lifetime.

How could Hao Ren not weep.

Seeing him cry, Ji Yuntai sighed and scolded, "I am just returning home, not dying. Don’t be so dismal. Besides, we people of Penglai have no other skill but a long life. Perhaps one day if I grow bored, I might want to travel the mainland for fun again."

Hao Ren found himself speechless at that.

The two waved goodbye, and even as the small sailboat disappeared at River Head, Hao Ren stood on the shore, reluctant to leave.

The herd of white horses by his side grazed leisurely on the grass by the green mountains and blue waters.

With this farewell, the mountains loom high and the roads stretch long; they may never meet again in this life.

Xiangcheng.

Lady Sun had bought that residence in Xiangcheng and planned to settle down in this scenic and simple place.

She had received the letter from the Crown Prince early on.

But she had never replied.

Not until the sound of horse hooves echoed through the rain curtains and deep within the green grass at the gate of the residence did she suddenly snap back to reality.

In the blink of an eye, she was about to marry off her eldest daughter.

And to the man who stood second only to one in the Capital City and who was soon to be crowned Emperor.

To be honest, Lady Sun was reluctant.

"Madam, the eldest miss and the son-in-law have returned," the nursemaid announced, knocking on the door.

Lady Sun wrapped the porcelain-white Buddhist prayer beads around her wrist, and a tassel of green color dropped; only then did she slowly rise from the iris mat: "I know."

She had finally escaped the strife.

Yet now she couldn’t escape if she tried.

On the walk from the Buddhist hall to the main hall, her heart was in turmoil.

Meanwhile, inside the main hall, everyone was buzzing around Yan Wanqing, chattering and laughing, congratulating her for the impending good news.

"Mother!" Yan Wanqing, with her keen eyes, spotted Lady Sun coming in through the threshold and immediately got up to greet her.

She clung to Lady Sun’s arm with both hands like a little girl: "Mother, I missed you so much."

"You are going to be a mother yourself, yet you still behave like a child," said Lady Sun, feeling nothing but softness in her heart upon seeing her daughter.

"Greetings, Lady Sun," Xiao Pingfeng said, seizing the perfect moment to come forward and bow.

Lady Sun glanced at him and said nothing.

Xiao Pingfeng felt slightly uneasy inside.

But his face remained calm as ever.

By this time, Lady Sun had already moved ahead with Yan Wanqing. Although Wanqing was puzzled by her mother’s attitude, now was not the time to ask more.

Her mother must know that despite the many things standing between herself and Xiao Pingfeng, they had still resolved to be together; with a child on the way, they had surmounted numerous hardships.

Her mother must have her concerns.

In the following time, Lady Sun led everyone in merry conversation as if deliberately overlooking the Crown Prince, leaving everyone jittery with anxiety.

Interwoven with imperial power, Lady Sun had always been composed — how could she do such a thing?

Since the eldest miss did not speak, others could only turn a blind eye.

Fortunately, the Crown Prince was a magnanimous man and did not fly into a rage.

The dinner was soon over.

Finally, Lady Sun’s gaze landed on Xiao Pingfeng: "It is truly an honor for Crown Prince to personally bring Wanwan back. Since it is getting late and the residence is humble and cold, I won’t impose on the Crown Prince to stay the night."

With those words.

No one dared to stir.

Fearing the mere clinking of a spoon or chopstick might sound.

Yan Wanqing slightly frowned, her eyes immediately focusing on Xiao Pingfeng.

He merely shook his head gently toward her, and Yan Wanqing pressed her lips together, ultimately saying nothing.

Xiao Pingfeng displayed a mild smile: "I thank Lady Sun for her consideration. I shall take my leave now and will visit again tomorrow."

After his chair was empty.

Yan Lingzhen was the first to react: "He really left?!"

Just like that?

What’s happening!

Is my mother trying to drive a wedge between lovers?!! Has the script been switched...

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