The Eldest Daughter of a Rural Family
Chapter 1128 - 257: The Deep Pit Set by Brother-in-law_4

Chapter 1128: Chapter 257: The Deep Pit Set by Brother-in-law_4

Princess Xi Yun as a concubine? Even as a main wife, his status would still not be sufficient, even if he topped the imperial examination. But the current situation is completely different! He has no feelings for Princess Xi Yun, and Princess Xi Yun resents him. Meanwhile, Xie Yi is still waiting for him to take responsibility! The more Pei Wendong thought about it, the uglier his expression became. He didn’t even know how to break the news to Xie Yi.

Doctor Qi came over to apply medicine to him. "The wound is quite deep, so don’t let it get wet for a few days. I’ll go and prepare some scar removal medicine to prevent any scarring and ruining your appearance."

Pei Qin looked at his gloomy and dreadful face. "Let Princess Xi Yun go to hell! There’s no need to bother with her anymore!"

Pei Wendong saw her speak so lightly, and his face looked even more terrible. Things had gotten this far; how could they just ignore it!?

Fang Fu and Fang Liuming strongly agreed, "Since this accident happened due to a stroke of fate, it indicates that you two are destined. Perhaps in your previous life, you longed for her but could not have her. Now, with the help of your elder sister, you’ve been given this rare opportunity!"

"This is clearly elder brother-in-law..." Pei Wendong began to say but stopped mid-sentence when he saw his brother-in-law’s faintly disinterested glance. It was clear that his elder brother-in-law did it on purpose!

Mo Heng cut straight to the point. "Clean up and go make the formal marriage proposal!"

Pei Wendong clenched his fists, not wanting to go. He had no feelings for Princess Xi Yun, and neither his elder sister nor brother-in-law should get involved with the Deposed Prince’s daughter. He could not marry the daughter of the Deposed Prince!

Pei Qian eagerly prepared the visiting gifts. "The kitchen has just made new hundred-flower pastry and peony pastry. Pack them up! And also the winter melon candy, Drunkard’s Peanuts, multi-flavor sunflower seeds, and other snacks that the Princess liked before, right!?"

Pei Qin looked at Pei Wendong. "Marriage is a major life event. You don’t have to wrong yourself just to repay me. Today’s incident was purely accidental, and no one in our family will mention a word about it, nor will anyone around the Princess. We’ll prepare a generous gift. You’ve already been disfigured; we’ll just visit Anping Prince Mansion and settle this matter."

Pei Wendong didn’t speak for a moment. This matter was too sudden, involving a lifetime commitment, and also power struggles – he couldn’t help but think twice before diving headlong into it, lest he harm his elder sister and brother-in-law. Then he thought again, that wasn’t right—his elder sister seemed indifferent, but his brother-in-law was clearly the main culprit behind this affair! Could it be, just like supporting Prince Yongle to the throne, there was something else he didn’t know about?

Seeing that he finally got wise, Mo Heng pursed his lips and ordered food. "Eat something first to fill your stomach, then head to Anping Prince Mansion."

Huang Qiu, hearing the order, immediately went to the kitchen and brought out some food.

A little maid fetched water as well, attending to Pei Qin as she washed her hands.

Not knowing when they would return from this visit, a visit meant to seek forgiveness, Pei Qin washed her hands and began eating some steamed dumplings with meat filling and side dishes.

Mo Heng also grabbed a bite, letting them eat without waiting for him, as long as the fire in the kitchen wasn’t extinguished.

Pei Qin, somewhat reluctantly, opened her chest and took out the biggest piece of citrine, along with a piece of Green Jade rough stone, enclosing them in a brocade box, with a thought, "I have always received gifts from others, but have never given one in return!"

Elder sister... Pei Wendong knew he should go, but if he did, it would be tantamount to seeking marriage. Xie Yi... she still didn’t know.

"Just tell them your appearance has been marred, and it’s not suitable for you to visit and apologize. Your elder sister and brother-in-law will go in your stead." Pei Qin told him to stay at home, while she left with Mo Heng.

Pei Qian urged him, "If you won’t say it, I will!"

Letting her go would surely result in harsh words, humiliation as unpleasant as possible. Pei Wendong quickly stopped her. "I will talk to her myself."

"Then go quickly!" Pei Qian said impatiently.

With a bitter heart, Pei Wendong went to find Xie Yi.

Even though she lived far from the main courtyard, Xie Yi had already heard the commotion. Pei Qin’s identity as a woman had been exposed, and there was a stir outside. She too came out of concern, having heard that everything was fine. Knowing Pei Qin had returned, they would surely have matters to discuss, so she didn’t go to the main courtyard.

Princess Xi Yun’s visit had also reached her ears, the trouble it caused; however, she didn’t know the specifics.

Yet all the maids and matrons below were already aware, gleeful in their hearts, but no one informed her.

Hearing Pei Wendong coming, Xie Yi was somewhat surprised and pleased, and hastened to greet him, "Brother Wendong... What happened to your face!? Why are you injured!?"

"It’s nothing! I’ve already applied medicine!" Pei Wendong stepped back, avoiding her hand.

Xie Yi, feeling a slight dejection, withdrew her hand. "How did you get injured? Did you get into a dispute outside, was there some trouble?"

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