The Aloof Lord's Mysterious Wife
Chapter 192: Mind-to-Mind Communication

Chapter 192: Mind-to-Mind Communication

Lu Yanyan rose to her feet, awkwardly straightening her dress before approaching the elderly matriarch to pay her respects.

However, her hopeful anticipation of making a good impression on the old lady had been completely ruined by her own clumsiness.

A tingling sensation welled up in her nose, and tears threatened to spill from her eyes.

Oh no, the old lady must think she was unruly and lacked any semblance of a ladylike demeanor.

"Are you hurt, my dear child?" The old lady stood up, her face filled with concern and devoid of any hint of disdain.

"N-no..." Lu Yanyan was taken aback, and her tears retreated.

The Prime Minister’s wife interjected, trying to smooth things over.

"This child was just too overjoyed upon hearing of your arrival, she didn’t pay attention to her footing."

Lu Yanyan nodded hurriedly, adamant that her falling had nothing to do with being distracted by Chu Shuo.

The old lady nodded with a smile. "As long as you’re not hurt."

Chu Shuo also paid his respects to the Prime Minister’s wife.

Only then did she invite everyone to sit down and instructed the servants to bring the finest tea and refreshments.

She was unsure of the purpose behind the old lady’s visit, but seizing the moment seemed more opportune than waiting.

She decided to broach the subject and gauge whether Chu Shuo had any intentions of betrothing the Lu family’s young miss.

As she pondered how to approach the topic, the old lady spoke up, quick and direct.

"I came here today for the sake of my grandson. Chu Shuo has come of age at eighteen, and though he may not have achieved any official rank, he has proven himself in business. He is a good child."

Chu Shuo tensed up upon hearing this, his usually shameless demeanor replaced by a hint of nervousness.

The Prime Minister’s wife, catching on to the old lady’s intentions, felt a surge of joy in her heart.

The distinguished families were indeed different; they spoke and acted straightforwardly without beating around the bush.

However, as the representative of the bride’s family, she didn’t want to be too direct. Instead, she cautiously inquired, "What does the old lady mean?"

"I simply wish to inquire if the Second Miss has any marriage prospects. I wonder if my grandson has the chance to pursue such a match." The old lady didn’t beat around the bush either, stating her intentions plainly.

Since she had come directly to their doorstep, there was no need for her to be circuitous.

Lu Yanyan widened her eyes and couldn’t help but stand up.

"No!"

Her outburst startled both the old lady and the Prime Minister’s wife.

Chu Shuo, finding her anxious appearance amusing, abandoned any pretense.

"So, you’re giving me this chance to pursue you?"

Lu Yanyan’s face immediately flushed.

The Prime Minister’s wife sighed in relief, grateful that the people of Anyang Marquis’s residence didn’t harbor ulterior motives.

If it were any other family, they would surely look down on her daughter, thinking she couldn’t discipline her properly.

She smiled and said, "The old lady’s visit couldn’t have come at a better time. I was actually planning to visit the Marquis’s residence myself. It doesn’t matter if the Second Young Master hasn’t achieved any official rank; what matters is his character. However, my daughter lacks proper manners. She caused a scene at the Marquis’s residence before, and I’ve been feeling guilty about it."

The old lady burst into laughter, delighted by the affection between the couple. "Li’er doesn’t mind, so we won’t either."

As an elderly person, she always prioritized her grandson in everything.

Even Nanli had let go of her grudges, so there was no need for her to keep track of Lu Yanyan’s mistakes.

After discussing matters privately, they finalized the marriage arrangement.

They still had other matters to discuss, so they asked Lu Yanyan and Chu Shuo to explore the residence.

The Prime Minister’s residence was spacious, and with the pleasant spring weather and gentle breeze carrying the fragrance of flowers, it was a refreshing and delightful atmosphere.

The two of them walked side by side, but neither spoke a word for quite some time.

Chu Shuo remembered their initial meeting, where they exchanged a few heated words.

Now, he couldn’t help but worry, "You haven’t said a word for so long. Could it be that you’re unwilling? Rest assured, if you don’t want to, I won’t force or trouble you."

He couldn’t help but feel that they were destined to be apart in this lifetime.

Lu Yanyan quickly glanced at him and bit her lip.

Ever since she learned of Chu Shuo’s feelings, she hadn’t been as outspoken as before, instead adopting a more demure demeanor.

In a low voice, she said, "I am willing, but... I just wanted to ask, if you marry me, wouldn’t that mean neglecting the Qian family’s cousin? Or will you take her as a concubine?"

Chu Shuo was puzzled.

"The cousin’s marriage matters are decided by her uncle. Our families have never discussed any engagement. How could I be neglecting her?"

"It was your sixth sister who said you were discussing a marriage arrangement." Lu Yanyan pouted.

"That’s not true. Perhaps you misheard." Chu Shuo replied.

He considered Qian Ruolan as his sister, and he never had such thoughts.

At first, Lu Yanyan thought she had misheard, but upon careful consideration, she quickly understood why Nanli said that.

It was a way to make her anxious, so she would understand his feelings.

She couldn’t help but feel both amused and exasperated, realizing that Nanli had long seen through everything.

With a flicker in her eyes, she took two steps forward and grabbed Chu Shuo’s hand.

Memories of their time together flooded her mind, from the little moments to the encounter with evil spirits beneath the Wanfo Temple, vivid and unforgettable.

When did her heart start to flutter?

It must have been from that moment when she completely fell for him.

"Chu Shuo, I like you," Lu Yanyan took a deep breath and confessed, "I don’t know when it started, but my heart is filled with thoughts of you."

Speaking out one’s feelings bravely is not a difficult task.

Chu Shuo was momentarily stunned, but then he grinned and tightened his grip on Lu Yanyan’s hand.

"I feel the same," he said, "I don’t know when it started, but whenever I see something beautiful, I not only think of my family but also of you."

Learning about the entanglement between Lu Zheng and Yun Zhi, he feared missing out on his destined partner in this lifetime.

Life is short, and if one is not careful, regrets may linger.

Lu Yanyan’s heart raced.

Chu Shuo’s words, though simple, struck a chord deep within her.

That night, Nanli learned that the engagement between the two was temporarily settled, but due to Lu Zheng’s wedding, which was turned into a funeral, the formalities of the marriage ceremony could be postponed for a few months.

The timing of the wedding was not important; what mattered was that they both knew each other’s hearts.

Nanli was in a good mood, and after dinner, he wanted to have a few drinks.

Ye Siheng hurriedly intervened, saying, "Last time, you had three cups of peach blossom wine and ended up drunkenly babbling."

"I can handle three cups, this time I’ll only have two, I should be fine," Nanli said earnestly.

Under the flickering candlelight, Ye Siheng’s handsome face was as gentle as jade.

His gaze was intense, and finally, he relented slightly, "Just one cup."

"One cup is not enough," Nanli pouted, "Forget it, I won’t drink."

Seeing her displeasure, Ye Siheng’s heart trembled, and he was at a loss, "Alright, the Emperor sent some Western grape wine with a low alcoholic strength. You can drink as much as you want."

Nanli immediately smiled, "Thank you, Your Highness!"

Her smile was enchanting, her gaze captivating.