I like chapter 6. So cute.

The food was quickly served under Harumi's guidance.

The dishes that caught the eye were all red and green, and some even had obvious syrup on them, which made them look particularly tempting, while the few light dishes seemed much more pitiful.

He Zhiliao naturally noticed that the dishes on the table were almost all his favorites. He looked at Chun Jian nervously. How could he give such instructions to the kitchen? It would be bad if Pei Ji got angry!

"We don't need you to serve the food here, so go down and serve." Pei Ji curled his lips and chuckled.

Although he disliked Harumi who stuck her neck out at him in both his past and present lives, he had to admit that he was truly loyal to the little mute.

Even for this reason, he would not blame the other party.

The servants all retreated outside, leaving only the two of them at the dining table. The atmosphere was unusually quiet and strange, making them feel uncomfortable.

But the "culprit" seemed unaware of it.

"I'll get you some food, it's too far for you to reach."

"These tactless people will keep your favorite food away, but rarely do they know how to do anything."

"Would you like another bowl of rice? Why aren't you gaining weight when you eat so well?"

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Throughout the meal, I could hear Pei Ji chattering beside me, which was totally inconsistent with his appearance. He should be a cold and stern young general, but he was unusually enthusiastic and active.

This is how He Zhiliao felt at this moment.

After breakfast, Pei Ji wanted to stick to him and walk in circles in the yard. Rather than interacting with friends he had known for a long time before he felt settled, he wanted to stay with the little mute quietly. He felt at ease even if he did nothing.

In her previous life, she should have lowered her face and gotten along with him properly, but in this life and past life combined, these two days were the times they spoke the most.

"By the way, my mother called me over to talk this morning, saying that an imperial edict would be issued today, and His Majesty wanted to comfort you after hearing about what happened yesterday." Pei Ji walked back and forth holding his hand, his rough fingertips kneading his restlessly.

It was clearly the lightest touch, but it made them both sweat slightly.

He Zhiliao understood after a little thought.

As the queen, she should have set an example for all women in the world, but she was overly harsh on him for such a small matter as breaking a cup. In addition, he was now married into the Pei family and his identity was particularly sensitive. If someone with ulterior motives made a fuss about it, they would probably think that the queen was jealous and could not tolerate Pei's Concubine Rong.

His Majesty certainly would not want his subjects to talk about his queen, and he must put an end to this matter as soon as possible.

After all, the Pei family is at its peak, and they will never be criticized or attacked unless it is absolutely necessary. They can only be calmed down and appeased.

Seeing his serious face, Pei Ji immediately started to pinch it, "Why bother thinking about that? You just need to know that your husband's family is something that even His Majesty is wary of..."

He also knew the taboo, so he whispered this in He Zhiliao's ear.

After all, he had never dispelled his doubts about His Majesty.

He Zhiliao covered his ears in shock, but his waving hand lost control and hit Pei Ji on the chin.

Not only were He Zhiliao and the servants of Qingyuan stunned, but even Feihong, who had come in to deliver the message, subconsciously held her breath...

The Fourth Young Master's domineering temper was obvious to all. He would rather be stabbed by swords on the battlefield than let others hurt his face...

"Ah!" He Zhiliao's knees immediately went weak and he knelt down, looking at Pei Ji in fear and trepidation, the fear in his eyes almost turning into tears.

Pei Ji lowered his eyes and stared at him. When he was not smiling, it seemed that even his hair was cold and shining.

As soon as he raised his hand, the people who were kneeling immediately hugged their heads and shrank back, fearing that if they were a little late, slaps and fists would fall on their heads.

"Do you think I will hit you?" Pei Ji couldn't even laugh. The pain brought by this obvious look of distrust towards him was more painful than being beheaded in his previous life.

It would be a lie to say that he didn't expect the little mute to trust him. He never thought that just one or two days of getting along could heal the previous hurt, but he thought that there was at least a little trust.

He seemed so well behaved, but it turns out I didn't trust him.

I should be angry, but I can't muster up the anger. When I see the timidity in the other person, I want to beg him not to be afraid.

"Fourth Young Master, Fourth Lord, a palace maid has come to the front yard to deliver the imperial edict. Madam asks you two to go over and receive the order." Feihong spoke at the right time, looking at Pei Ji with a hint of helplessness in her eyes. It was time to let Lord Zheng get up first.

Pei Ji remained silent, motioning Feihong and Chunjian to help him up, then he turned around and walked quickly towards the front yard. He was afraid that if he stayed any longer, the little mute would be even more scared.

"Zhengjun, please get up quickly." Feihong and Chunjian helped him up, and did not forget to comfort him, "Although the Fourth Young Master is domineering, you know he has a good nature and will not really attack you."

He Zhiliao frowned slightly, with self-blame in his eyes. He shouldn't have made Pei Ji sad, and shouldn't have speculated about him privately just because the He family did such a thing.

You have to apologize.

In the front yard.

Qin Yurong was standing in front chatting with the eunuch Peng Tongmin who came to deliver the imperial edict. This eunuch Peng was a shrewd man. He would never do anything to offend others. Before everything was concluded, he would greet everyone with a smile.

"The Fourth Lord has arrived. Eunuch Peng has been waiting for a long time." Feihong stepped forward and saluted respectfully.

Peng Tongmin thought of Pei Ji, whose face was filled with gloom, glanced at He Zhiliao, whose eyes were red, and then looked at Qin Yurong. He smiled respectfully and said, "Then I will read out the imperial edict."

They had known the will for a long time.

In order to appease He Zhiliao, one of the four chief ministers of the Pei family and the eldest son of the He family, His Majesty first expressed his concern and comfort verbally, and then rewarded him with a lot of gold, silver, jewelry, silks and satins.

But they are just vulgar things.

But it was His Majesty who gave the statement after all. If I were still dissatisfied, I would probably make His Majesty dissatisfied.

"Your Majesty, please keep this imperial decree. His Majesty is concerned about your injury and has specially sent you the best ointment. Please take good care of it." Peng Tongmin smiled and gestured to the eunuch beside him to pass the ointment over. Then he looked at the others in the Pei family and said, "Then I will take my leave."

He Zhiliao nodded slightly with a decent smile on his face.

Qin Yurong immediately signaled the maid beside her to escort the person out. Only after she had completely escorted the person out of the house did she turn around and look at He Zhiliao.

"Have these items sent to your storeroom. The medicines in the palace must be of good quality. Use them wisely." Qin Yurong glanced at Pei Ji while speaking. "I've already told him that I'll take you back to your parents' home when you're healed. It's reasonable for him to go."

He Zhiliao nodded respectfully and quickly gave her a thumbs up.

Qin Yurong was slightly surprised, as if she didn't quite understand what he meant.

Pei Ji said indifferently: "He is saying thank you."

A smile appeared on Qin Yurong's gentle face. She nodded to He Zhiliao, gave him a few words of advice, and left.

She didn't like He Zhiliao. Although this boy was the legitimate son, he was in an awkward situation in the He family. He had the status of a legitimate son but no real power. Moreover, apart from his good looks, he had no other advantages when they got to know each other briefly.

But after spending these days together, she realized that although he was timid and cowardly, he was also dignified, polite, quiet and well-behaved... When marrying into their Pei family, background is the least important thing; what matters is character.

Everyone will feel sorry for the weaker party. Seeing him being bullied by Pei Ji like this, even if they dislike him, they will still feel pity for him.

Qin Yurong left, taking the maids with her. Chun Jian took the servants of Qingyuan to put all the rewards back into the warehouse.

In an instant, they were the only two left in the front yard.

Pei Ji stood there, with his eyes slightly lowered, watching the person who was slowly walking towards him. Every step was slow and timid, which was very cute.

"Ah..." He mustered up the courage to speak softly, his long and curly eyelashes trembling slightly, but he still looked straight at Pei Ji.

Put the five fingers of your right hand together and lift them to the end of your eyebrows, then slowly place your hand in front of your chest, make a fist with four fingers, and gently tap your chest twice with your little finger.

sorry.

He is apologizing.

Pei Ji scoffed lightly: "What are you doing with all that fuss?"

So cute.

【sorry. 】

He Zhiliao forgot that he couldn't understand the gestures, and quickly raised his face and moved his mouth silently.

"Ha..." Pei Ji couldn't help laughing out loud. His sharp eyebrows were smiling, and there was an endless smile in his eyes. He held He Zhiliao's face with both hands and kneaded it gently with his thumbs, "You really..."

So likable.

He wanted to express his passionate emotion countless times. How could there be such a lovable little guy?

Are you still angry? I'm sorry.

"I was never angry with you." Pei Ji held his hand tightly in his palm. "I was just a little annoyed, but not towards you. However, the rule of kneeling down to apologize at every turn needs to be changed. I don't like it."

He Zhiliao immediately nodded heavily.

He was already a member of the Pei family. He had to do whatever the Pei family asked him to do. Only in this way could he have a stable life. He understood all this.

Before his mother passed away, she told him many truths, one of which was "be humble and modest". At that time, he only understood the meaning of the words but not the meaning behind them. After his mother passed away, he understood everything.

So far, we have been doing well.

He never cared about verbal insults. If he could survive being ridiculed and insulted by others when he was in a lower position, it would be nothing to him.

My mother said that being alive is the most important thing.

Pei Ji had been pampered since childhood. Even when he was a soldier in the military camp, no one dared to do anything to him. Naturally, he didn't know what "being humble" meant, but he knew one thing.

That is, these unacceptable rules must have been formed after the He family suffered a lot of hardships!

"What do you want to bring with you when you go to the He family in a few days? Do you have any remaining items at the He family? You can bring them all back when the time comes." Pei Ji seemed to bring up the topic unintentionally, and looked down at his expression.

He Zhiliao shook his head. When he got married, all the things belonging to him in the He family were taken into the Pei Mansion, even the golden nanmu coffin was put away.

Pei Ji smiled, "Then I'll have to prepare some good things for your family. They raised you with all their heart... so they should repay you well, right?"

"Ah!" He Zhiliao became anxious in an instant and waved his hands quickly. He couldn't take any good things with him!

Pei Ji smiled and nodded, "Okay, okay, I will prepare well for you."

He Zhiliao: "..."

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