At any other time, Shen Yaxin might have felt proud to see people around her protecting her like this, but now she only felt extremely annoyed.

If it weren't for the need to save face for the Shen family and her own image, she would have really wanted everyone around her to get lost.

Seeing that others were about to speak up for her, Shen Yaxin spoke first: "In my opinion, Miss Su's medical skills and character are both top-notch! As for the rumors about Miss Su outside, I think they are pure nonsense!"

If anyone continues to spread rumors about Miss Su without knowing the truth, then they are making an enemy of the Shen family!

After saying that, Shen Yaxin glared at the scholar who had just spoken.

This glance made the scholar's face turn even paler.

The others who were about to speak up for Shen Yaxin swallowed their words.

Although they disapproved of Su Muxi's attitude, their desire to speak up for Shen Yaxin was simply to gain a good impression in front of her.

If we fail to make a good impression and instead offend the Shen family, then it would be a great loss.

The scholar glanced at Shen Yaxin, then at Su Muxi, and finally gritted his teeth, clasped his hands in a deep bow to Su Muxi.

"I made a hasty judgment before I understood the whole story. Please forgive me, Miss Su."

Looking at the scholar before her, Su Muxi gained a new understanding of power.

Su Muxi remained silent, because she didn't want to generously say it was alright, but she also didn't want to continue arguing with this unfamiliar scholar.

After all, they don't know each other, and there's no need for them to know each other.

So she chose to ignore it and looked at Shen Yaxin, "Miss Shen, is there anything else? If you don't want to talk to me, I'll be leaving."

She didn't believe that Shen Yaxin had come today just to thank her with a bracelet. If she were truly grateful, she wouldn't have shown such a haughty attitude from the beginning.

Therefore, Shen Yaxin must have come here today with a request.

Shen Yaxin glanced around briefly, then hesitated before speaking, "Miss Su, the ointment my grandmother uses will probably only last for another two or three days. When would you have time to make some more? I'd like to come and pick it up myself."

After saying that, he added, "It's best to make more."

That way she won't have to come over so often.

Su Muxi had already prepared a new ointment for Shen Yaxin, but now she suddenly didn't want to give it to her.

Even though she hadn't said when she would have time, Shen Yaxin immediately told her to do more.

She had the attitude of asking for help, but in her heart she believed that the ointment would definitely be made.

Since that's the case...

"I'm sorry, I probably won't have much time lately. After all, I'm getting married soon and need to stay home and wait for my wedding."

If I have time, I will make the ointment and have the servant deliver it to the Shen residence. If there is nothing else, I will take my leave.

After bowing slightly to Shen Yaxin, his fox-like eyes widened slightly, as if he had thought of something, and he quickly added, "May Old Madam Shen live a long and healthy life."

Shen Yaxin originally wanted to say something more, but after hearing Su Muxi's last words, she blushed instantly.

I was both angry and ashamed.

Filial piety is the most important virtue, yet she used her grandmother as a cover-up to hide the freckles on her face…

Su Muxi ignored Shen Yaxin and instead took Azhu home in the carriage.

Seeing the worry in Ah Zhu's big, round eyes, Su Muxi asked curiously, "What are you worried about, Ah Zhu? Are you afraid I'll offend that Miss Shen?"

Ah Zhu hesitated for a moment before nodding.

Seeing this, Su Muxi winked playfully, "Don't worry, I'll be the Princess of Yong'an soon, the Shen family won't dare to do anything to me. By the way, you haven't met the Prince of Yong'an yet, have you? When he comes to our house next time, I'll definitely let you meet him. You can also help me judge whether he's worthy of my entrusting my life to him."

Ah Zhu nodded firmly, her eyes filled with determination.

His earnest expression made Su Muxi feel both amused and heartbroken.

During her time with Ah Zhu, she discovered that although Ah Zhu couldn't speak, she was a very sensitive person who was good at reading people's expressions.

Her caution at such a young age must be related to her past experiences.

She gently patted Ah Zhu's head and said softly, "We'll be home soon."

Upon hearing the word "home," Ah Zhu's round eyes instantly filled with tears, and her lips trembled for a long time, as if she wanted to say something.

Hesitation flashed in his eyes, but in the end he simply nodded.

The journey was smooth, but unexpectedly, they encountered Qiao Xiuyuan as soon as they got off the carriage.

"Xi'er..."

It was still that kind and gentle face, and that voice full of longing and love.

But Su Muxi could no longer trust Qiao Xiuyuan.

"My lord, what brings you here? Is there something you need to see me about?"

Su Muxi remained calm as she dismounted and stood at the door, showing no intention of inviting Qiao Xiuyuan inside.

Qiao Xiuyuan's eyes darkened, but his face still maintained that gentle and kind expression.

"Xi'er, I just ran into Lord He, the Prefect of the Capital. I heard you were in danger outside the city a couple of days ago. Are you injured anywhere?"

His tone was full of worry, and he wanted to step forward to check on Su Muxi, but Su Muxi subtly avoided him.

"Thank you for your concern, Lord Marquis. I'm fine."

Qiao Xiuyuan sighed heavily, "Alas! Xi'er has indeed become estranged from me."

"But I'm relieved that Xi'er is alright."

The forced smile was somewhat heartbreaking to see.

But Su Muxi's heart remained unmoved.

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