Chapter 259: The First Grand Secretary (21)

Qin Yuege packed her things and left the house, happily running to find Gu Sui. She was eager to see him.

Qin Yuege arrived at Gu Sui's residence, tidied her hair and clothes. Just thinking about how such an outstanding and handsome man would become her other half and love only her for life made Qin Yuege unable to suppress her joy, and even a little resentful. Why didn't she transmigrate at a later time, directly to the time when the female lead and the male lead got married? Then she wouldn't have to live in such fear.

But it doesn't matter. What's meant to happen will happen. It's her time to shine. She is the only leading lady.

"Gu—" Qin Yuege was just about to knock on the door when she heard a voice from inside.

Besides Gu Sui's voice, Shen Jiao's voice is also in it.

Qin Yuege leaned closer to listen.

"What are you doing? No, no... Let go... Ah Sui, please... Please let me have this one time..."

Qin Yuege felt a surge of fire in her heart, and then she couldn't help but push open the door, and their eyes met.

Wen Yan: "..."

Can the game continue?

Besides, she's the female lead. Even though she was impolite and didn't knock, she's still the female lead, so shouldn't she leave first?

Gu Sui frowned, seemingly in a bad mood.

Qin Yuege was completely dumbfounded. After calming down, she realized what she had done. She had just barged in, and the two of them hadn't done anything; they were just playing chess face to face.

"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to," Qin Yuege quickly explained. "I just had something urgent to discuss with Young Master Gu, so I forgot to knock."

"Is something urgent? That's alright, I'll be going then." Wen Wan got up to leave, but Gu Sui grabbed her arm. "This game of chess isn't finished yet." Then he looked at Qin Yuege, "What's the urgent matter?"

Qin Yuege: "..."

What urgent matter could she possibly have? Shen Jiao is still here, what is she going to do?

How should I make this up? She doesn't have anything urgent at all.

I frantically searched my mind for anything related to the world of this novel, but to no avail.

Wen Wan was almost numb. How could the female lead be so... stupid? Her eyes darted left and right, and even she knew that she must be thinking of an excuse. Moreover, this was the second time Wen Wan had seen the female lead. She hadn't looked at her carefully last time, but this time, because of the quiet and awkwardness, Wen Wan took a closer look at the female lead.

How should I put it? It just doesn't feel right. She has delicate features, but her expression feels very off. I didn't really feel the gentleness and kindness of the female lead in the original work. Instead, Wen Wan felt that she was somewhat familiar with the female lead, but she didn't know why she had this feeling of familiarity.

"My mother's death anniversary is in two days, and I want to go see her. I'm worried because I won't be able to take care of you in the next few days."

Wen Yan: "..."

There are many grooves but no openings.

But it was also a reason: "Your mother was my wet nurse, and she was an elder who watched me grow up. Since it's the anniversary of her death, I should go and visit her."

"Thank you for your understanding, Miss."

Wen Wan: "..." She secretly looked at Qin Yuege, and that strange feeling came again. It was a vague hatred, but she had hardly met this female lead, so why would she have a problem with her?

"It's just that my mother is of low status, and how can a young lady of noble birth go to pay respects? I accept your sentiments on behalf of my mother."

"Then I'll have Guizhi prepare some offerings, you can take them with you."

Wen Wan isn't a saint. Since she sensed the malice, she naturally wouldn't wrong herself, and she didn't necessarily have to go.

"Thank you for your kindness, Miss." Qin Yuege said this on the surface, but she was furious that Shen Jiao was bowing her head to her. She didn't even want to see Shen Jiao, because the two of them together were too glaring.

Qin Yuege kept thinking about Shen Jiao's ending in the book in order to comfort herself. Since her future was miserable anyway, why should she care about the gains and losses of this city or the city?

After Qin Yuege left the room, Wen Wan asked the system curiously, "Are you sure she's really the female lead? This doesn't quite match the female lead in 'The First Grand Secretary'?"

system:【……】

It's no wonder its host thinks this way. It also feels that in every world before, although the female protagonists were all different, at least they were good-looking and had the aura of a female protagonist. But why does Qin Yuege seem so ordinary and confident?

However, after testing, it was confirmed that this was Qin Yuege, and there was indeed no system on her. [Could it be a rebirth?] This is not unheard of.

Wen Wan, who had no memories of the previous worlds, was shocked when she heard the system's words. "Is that so? So I might not be the only transmigrator in this world? What if I encounter a system more powerful than you? Wouldn't I be doomed? After all, you really aren't very useful."

System: [...] There's no need to say that, it's rather hurtful to one's self-esteem.

Moreover, it has provided a lot of help to its own host. The host is such an ingrate, truly heartless.

"However, I don't think Qin Yuege is reborn. After all, if she were reborn, how could her acting be so bad? I could tell."

System: [You're right. Even you, not being very smart, can see that her acting is really bad.]

Wen Yan: "..."

There's no need for us to hurt each other like this.

If you really have doubts, you should test her.

Wen Wan thought it was a good idea, after all, she wouldn't feel at ease if she didn't know what kind of person the female lead was.

"Gillian? Gillian? Snap out of it."

"ah?"

Gu Sui chuckled, "What were you thinking about just now? I called you several times and you didn't hear me."

"I was just thinking about Aunt Qin. Aunt Qin is such a good person. I miss her. When I was little, when my mother didn't have time, it was Aunt Qin who took care of me. Maybe I should go and burn some paper money for her in a few days."

Gu Sui: "Qin Ma must be very pleased that you have such a kind heart. If you want to go, then go. Don't overthink it."

Gu Sui glanced at Wen Wan, then continued, "Let's continue this game of chess."

Wen Yan: "..."

"Gu Sui! I'm a newbie, I've already lost eight games, can't you let me win a few?

Gu Sui said with a smile, "Haven't I gone easy on you? You take back your moves at least three times in every game."

Wen Yan: "..."

That's true, but she's a beginner, and the rules of Go are too complicated. There are many things she simply can't understand. Even if she manages to understand them, she's still too weak against Gu Sui, who is proficient in all the arts, including music, chess, calligraphy, and painting.

Since we're destined to lose, we might as well give up.

"It seems I'm not suited to playing Go. How about we play something I know, Gomoku?"

"Gomoku? What's that?"

Wen Wan immediately demonstrated to Gu Sui that the rules of Gomoku could be explained in just a few words. Gu Sui nodded, and the two switched from Go to Gomoku. Wen Wan was very confident, "You have to be careful. I've been playing Gomoku for over ten years. I'm definitely an expert in this area."